Clean, organized and fast. Best way to get around to avoid traffic. It has separate cars for senior…read morecitizens, PWD and female only passengers. This is really nice.

This station is crazy!…read more I think I was just lucky yesterday. There weren't many people in the station and waiting for a train here wasn't that bad. But trust me. During rush hour, this place can get crazy. If you're waiting for a train here, be ready for people to push or shove you so they can get in. The people here have also mastered the art of packing themselves in the train even though they don't fit. If you do find yourself in this station during rush hour, hang on to your bag, stop texting or calling or chatting on your phone, put your wallet away and hope for the best.

When heading for the other business center in the Philippines that is not the one in Makati, the…read moreMetro Rail Transit (MRT) makes a stop in Ortigas through the (aptly named) Ortigas Station. One of the busier stations in the line, this is a favorite not just among shoppers (who can also take this to go to the other end of the malls that are accessible through the neighboring Shaw Boulevard Station) but also for those who want to commute further through the FX terminal that can take them as far as Marikina if you look closely, as well as the nearby Robinson's Mall, too. However, for many, it's also the portal to the working day, as many major offices and corporations are in Ortigas as well. This busy place is certainly one of the major places that commuters go to when they want to take up their options in the MRT line, and it also helps that it is near the EDSA Shrine and ESDA Monument, which are both influencial and important parts of the nation's history (not to mention the station looks over the EDSA road itself, which is very busy on regular days, indeed).

If you find yourself in need of a taxi and you're in SM Makati, first know where you're going. If…read moreyou have to go to Pasay or Paranaque, do not go to this taxi stand. If you have to go to Makati or Ortigas or anywhere North, then, line up here. I always use the Southbound taxi stand and whenever I need to use this one, I get pretty jealous. There are more taxis that stop here and the waiting time isn't that bad. There are times when there is a guard who gives you a slip of paper with the taxi's plate number. If the guard isn't here, just snap a picture of the plate number. Again, senior citizens and pregnant women do not have to endure the long lines. They get to cut the line.

I could be wrong, but this is probably the biggest MRT station, and probably the busiest…read moreconsidering its location in the Metro. This station is practically one of the biggest hub of commuters in the Metro. I can't even begin to imagine just how many commuters go through this place. I think the government knew this which is probabl;y why they designed this place to be huge. In fact, this place probably has the most number of food stalls and restaurants along the MRT line. Heck, there's a KFC and Mang Inasal. Most MRT stations only have a wide variety of food stalls. It's a nice place if it's a empty, but a bit of a troublesome spot to be in during rush hours. I sometimes pass by here during rush hours and I swear the line gets so long that sometimes I can imagine that walking would be a better option than riding the train. This is especially true after they've cut down on the number of working trains.

MRT Ayala Station is a tricky place to be in. It's not exactly perfect especially when it's rush…read morehour and there are hoards of people in the place. The lines can drive anyone insane and the heat is sometimes unbearable. The place houses many little shops where one can buy a meal or a snack to help you stay sane in this place. Though many people hate the MRT Ayala Station, I enjoy it. It's always an experience and I never know what to expect. I appreciate the effort that the guards put in when it's rush hour and they have to make sure that the commuters stay in their line and follow the rules. The commuters are also used to the unofficial rules of this place and make life easier for everyone by preparing the exact amount needed for a ticket, standing in the right lines and not bring in items that are not allowed on the train. The people also know that they must give way to those getting off the train and try their best not to push (unless you're going too slow). Getting on a train will get you to your destination in less than an hour. If you're a girl, you're lucky. You get your own section on the train. Sometimes, I walk all the way to the end of the train 'cause there's fewer people there. Other times, when I'm really desperate, I just push myself in with the guys in their section.

This is one of the more known and reliable bus lines that I won't hesitate riding. I've ridden…read morePhiltranco for a trip to Daet with the end destination as Calaguas, and it was quite fast. My travel companions and I have ridden another bus line going to Daet and our experience was that Philtranco is faster, though still with the assurance of safety. I've always ridden the basic and air-conditioned bus, though sometimes I ride on the one with a restroom if that's the only available one for my trip. I noticed also that Philtranco is relatively cheap compared with some other established bus lines. I haven't tried riding a bus to Mindanao yet (yes, they have trips to Mindanao, too!), though I suppose it must be safe and pleasant enough. I was a bit surprised when I first came to Philtranco's main terminal in Pasay. It's well-lit, spacious, and quite clean. It's far better than most of the other bus terminals I've encountered. And, there are certainly many seats! So far, I haven't encountered the terminal yet so crowded that many are standing - there seems to be enough seats even on Friday nights, though I can't really claim the same during Holy Week as I haven't traveled with Philtranco yet during that time.

This is the granddaddy of all bus liners bound for Bicol, Visayas and Mindanao. Headquartered in…read moretheir main terminal along EDSA in Pasay City, Philtranco is reputed to be one of the safest bus liners for southbound provincial travelers. For passengers coming from Quezon City and other northern cities within Metro Manila, the company also has a small terminal in Cubao, right along EDSA's southbound lane and a stone's throw away from the MRT-Cubao station. The company has hundreds of buses that cater to all sorts of travelers, from the budget-conscious to the business tourist. Their ordinary open-window buses charge the most affordable fares (Manila to Naga fare from PHP 500.00). They also have 45-seater standard air-conditioned buses (Manila to Naga fare from PHP 750.00) with relatively comfortable reclining seats. The Gold Service is their luxury class (Manila to Naga fare from PHP 800.00), perfect for group tourists bound for Bicol. Philtranco has day and night trip schedules. What I like about this company is that their buses have limited stopovers - no more than two - in the entire trip to Bicol.

Overall the food is delicious! The place itself is scenic and relaxing. Lots of greens around. When…read moreI visited there weren't a lot of people and the place seems quite outdated. Would honestly be a great place to stay in if the place is maintained better.

Calming, quiet place with good food and pleasant staff If…read moreyou love garden and greenery, this is the place. Very near mall and small restaurants, with easy access to public transportation

Commuting home is like trying to decide on which boat to use to cross a river. Sometimes, I'm not…read moresure which option is the best. Taking the bus is often the cheapest way and involves two rides, while taking the train involves three rides, taking a UV express is the least stressful since its one ride, but would definitely cost the most. The problem I have with buses is that there aren't enough of them to go around (I'm probably going to get a lot of flack for that statement). Trying to catch a bus along EDSA beneath the Ayala MRT station can sometimes make you feel like your trying to get rich by playing the lottery. If you're unlucky, you'll find yourself taking a pilgrimage heading east to try and find a bus before that's empty in the hopes that you catch it before the people who don't have the energy to walk do.

Most villages just have a single line for both trike and all passengers, but I really do appreciate…read morehow this station has some sort of route system going on. Better Living Subdivision is pretty big and congested, so a single line isn't going to cut it. For regular routes, there are several destinations for which you can line up at. You wait for 6 passengers, and once you guys are complete, that's when you're able to ride the next empty tricycle in line. If you prefer a special ride, then there's a separate queue for that. Sounds easy peasy, eh? Well, wait until rush hour when all hell breaks loose! Haha, just kidding. Well, almost. At around 6pm onwards, the regular lines here start to merge into just 4 main destinations, so it helps to ask around which queue you have to place yourself in. Though, there are times when lines get extremely crazy long, and it's actually better to walk outside of the station, into Doña Soledad Avenue, and try your luck there. I've done this several times, as I just don't have that much patience or willpower to stand there for an eternity! I've even walked all the way home!