Manila: A Digital Nomad's Sticky Adventure
okay, so manila. it’s… a whole vibe. woke up sweating at 5am because the a/c decided to peace out, naturally. checked the weather app like a lost sheep and it’s 24.84°C right now, feels like 25.36°C. hope you’re cool with that kind of perpetual shower. humidity’s cranked to 76%, my hair’s doing things it shouldn’t, and the pressure’s dropping like a bad habit. pro-tip? pack deodorant that could stop a charging bull.
roamed around binondo yesterday, which is basically the food coma capital. someone told me the lumpia here is laced with crack, and they weren’t wrong. but also heard a local whisper that if you eat too much street food, your stomach will stage a full-blown rebellion. risky business.
if you start feeling claustrophobic, tagaytay’s just a short drive away-volcano views and cooler air. perfect for escaping the *sticky city heat. i swear i saw clouds that looked like giant cotton candy. also, pampanga’s nearby for those weirdly delicious sisig joints. check out this local food map for more questionable decisions.
the coworking spaces? mixed bag. one place had wifi that moved slower than a snail on valium. another had great coffee* but smelled like old gym socks. found a hidden gem though-this spot with AC that actually works and a balcony where you can pretend you’re in a movie.
last night, a drunk guy at a bar warned me about the tricycles-said they’ll take you on a scenic detour for extra cash. also, someone mentioned that the moonlit river cruise is gorgeous until it isn’t, so maybe skip that unless you enjoy mystery boat tours. more gossip here.
overall? it’s chaotic. the weather’s a clingy ex, the neighbors are loud, and the rumors are wild. but hey, that’s the thrill. next stop: who knows. probably somewhere less humid. fingers crossed.
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