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Palawan, PhilippinesTransit

Use landmark names and barangay names, not just a street number, when telling drivers where you are going: how to use this local-spend move in Palawan, Philippines

Use landmark names and barangay names, not just a street number, when telling drivers where you are going. In the Philippines that often gets you there faster and with fewer "sir, where exactly?" detours. That check is usually worth it before paying convenience pricing in Palawan. Use it as a qui...

Phuket, ThailandStays

On monthly stays, confirm whether electricity, water, cleaning, and internet are extra before agreeing to anything: how to use this local-spend move in Phuket, Thailand

On monthly stays, confirm whether electricity, water, cleaning, and internet are extra before agreeing to anything. On monthly stays, confirm whether electricity, water, cleaning, and internet are extra before agreeing to anything. “cheap rent” gets expensive fast when the small print starts biting.

Krabi, ThailandMoney

If you need airport cash, change only enough for arrival transport and immediate essentials, then compare city rates later: how to use this local-spend move in Krabi, Thailand

If you need airport cash, change only enough for arrival transport and immediate essentials, then compare city rates later. If you need airport cash, change only enough for arrival transport and immediate essentials, then compare city rates later. delayed comparison gives you options instead of f...