Familiarize yourself with your route and the\u00a0available public transportation.<\/p>\n
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You’d also want to know how the weather would be during your commute\u00a0so you can dress appropriately. Avoid rush hours!<\/p>\n
In Manila, the rush hour is around 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.<\/strong> and 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.<\/strong>\u00a0For this, you could use Waze<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Also read:\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n There are more than five options of public transportation available for you in Metro Manila alone. You could ride the two major railways:\u00a0Metro Rail Transit (MRT) and Light Rail Transit (LRT),\u00a0<\/strong>which could take you around the city\u00a0without the traffic. However, these trains could get packed during rush hours.<\/p>\n Another is the famous jeepney\u00a0<\/strong>with certain routes\u00a0around different points in\u00a0the city. Buses<\/strong>\u00a0have a wider route loop and majority of them are air-conditioned like the public\u00a0vans<\/strong>.<\/p>\n For longer distances, you can hail cabs or taxis<\/strong>\u00a0to go around. Grab <\/strong>is also available for your convenience.<\/p>\n In case you’re\u00a0within a small village or township, you may find tricycles <\/strong>on the side of the roads. They are usually ridden on specific terminals and would charge you depending on the distance.<\/p>\n Also read:\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n Riding the iconic Philippine jeepney\u00a0can be a bit intimidating if it’s your first time. There’s a whole new culture inside, and learning some Filipino words would help you.<\/p>\n It’s best to have coins or smaller bills when traveling in the morning. Inside a jeepney, you might read a sign that says “Barya lang po sa umaga<\/em>” (only accepts change in the morning).<\/p>\n Also read:<\/em><\/p>\n Apps are nice to have but tangible maps have proven themselves to be very handy through the centuries. Fortunately, the Philippine Primer magazine<\/strong> has\u00a0a map of Makati and Taguig City<\/strong>.<\/p>\n City maps, meanwhile, are available\u00a0at convenience stores, bookstores, and from travel agency offices around the metro.<\/p>\n There are car rental services in the Philippines\u00a0where you can borrow\u00a0automobiles for periods of time. This is great for a quick weekend getaway, airport transfers, and those who want to avoid taking the public transportation.<\/p>\n If you are heading out of town or planning on multiple stops in a short time, this could be your best bet. Some services have an option to have your own driver while some don’t. Do the necessary research and compare your options to find the best car rental package for your needs and budget.<\/p>\n\n
Know your options<\/h3>\n
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Learn the lingo<\/h3>\n
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Have a map<\/h3>\n
Rent a car<\/h3>\n
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