Kare-kare and modern Filipino tasting menus alone justify the trip, and Intramuros gives you the history to walk off the meal. February fares dip to USD 85, so aim there rather than fighting the December surge, which runs 50-70% above average as OFWs head home for Christmas. Once you land, GCash and BillEase make instalments easy, and a 30-day visa-free stay means minimal admin. Just build in 90 minutes at NAIA, especially Terminal 1, before you plan the rest of your day.
