A few days in Manila

Work took me back to Manila for another week in this vibrant and chaotic paradise. With several meetings across the city, I knew I’d be on the move—less time to build connections, and more effort required to seek company each night, especially in regional areas. Fortunately, I had a few dating app contacts lined up and hoped one might join me on my road trip.

Day 1

I arrived in Manila around 5:30 PM on a Philippine Airlines flight and had a coffee meet scheduled for 7:30 PM in Makati. To my surprise, the girl messaged to say she was already on the way—rare punctuality. She showed up at 6:45 PM, while I was still en route from the airport. We eventually met, but reality didn’t quite match the profile pics—for either of us. She was seeking something serious, while I was after something more casual. It quickly became clear we weren’t a match—especially as she spent most of the evening texting other prospects.

Plan B: a walk-in massage near my hotel. For PHP 2,000 (around $50), I got a solid one-hour massage and a happy ending.

Day 2

My morning date postponed to lunch, so I jumped back on PinaLove and found someone nearby. She arrived within 30 minutes—dressed up, friendly, and hotel-friendly (as most are in the Philippines). A single mum with striking red hair and a sweet demeanor, she seemed nervous—something I understood later. After some intimacy, I noticed blood on the condom—turns out she was at the end of her period but didn’t want to miss the opportunity. I paid her PHP 4,000 ($100), and before she left, she offered a goodbye BJ.

My lunch date texted to say she was on her way, so I cleaned up, refreshed the room, and got ready. She was engaging, intelligent, and pleasant company. Although nothing physical happened, I enjoyed her vibe enough to invite her to join me on my upcoming trip. She went home that evening, and I turned in for the night.

Day 3

She arrived at the hotel at 7:30 AM, ready to hit the road. It was great to have someone to chat and cuddle with on the journey. She made an ideal travel companion—affectionate, attentive, even fussing over my shirts. We checked into a provincial hotel where it was simpler to refer to her as my “wife.” At 22, unmarried, and with a stunning figure, she attracted attention, so the “wife” label kept things smooth with hotel staff. We had an early dinner and were in bed by 7 PM—great chemistry and a memorable night.

Day 4

We started the day with some morning affection, followed by a hearty breakfast. With time to explore the area before our driver arrived, we enjoyed a relaxed pace. That night was a repeat of the one before—easy, affectionate, and fun. She always dressed well for dinner and was consistently pleasant company.

Day 5

In a new town, she kept being the ideal travel partner—posting TikToks, snapping Instagram shots, and reminding me how great I was. One reason I travel in late June is that it’s enrollment time for many uni students. Eventually, she brought up her need for tuition—short by PHP 6,000. I happily covered it as a thank-you for five enjoyable days.

Day 6

Time to part ways. I dropped her off early and reopened the dating apps, but chasing a new girl that morning proved tedious. Instead, I headed to LA Café in the evening, but most girls were overpriced and unimpressive. One wanted PHP 10,000 for short time—no thanks. Wandering the streets of Ermita, I passed some friendly locals and stumbled into a low-key bar where I felt comfortable. I barfined a sweet woman in her 30s for PHP 3,000 overnight, plus a PHP 3,000 tip the next morning—great company, relaxed vibe.

Final Thoughts

Manila and its surrounds offer a unique kind of dating adventure. The women I meet are genuine in the moment, and understand the temporary nature of the arrangement. I’m always honest about my situation back home, and they respect that—often even giving me space for daily calls to Australia.

I’ll definitely be back.