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dxn · 17 March 2009, 07:40 AM

Is it safe to travel to Manila with a Rolex?
I hear some people say not to wear anything
expensive due to crime over there. Is this
accurate?

Dan

Tools · 17 March 2009, 07:47 AM

I don't know...

Joe Frazier did, but somebody beat him up............

Jocke · 17 March 2009, 08:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dxn

Is it safe to travel to Manila with a Rolex?
I hear some people say not to wear anything
expensive due to crime over there. Is this
accurate?

Dan

I will go with a airplane or a car instead.

Sorry I couldn't resist.

I suppose it's better to be safe than sorry.

Jocke

Bebot · 17 March 2009, 08:23 AM

You should be safe as long as you know where you going and doing at all times. My brother alway wear his RG Daytona when he travel and he goes to PI once every 2 months.

jaelyncruz · 17 March 2009, 08:24 AM

Are you a native to the philippines? - i think you should be fine, just keep an eye on your Rolex and be careful.

Bebot · 17 March 2009, 08:29 AM

By the way, make sure it's real or they feed it to you if it's not.

salipsip · 17 March 2009, 09:30 AM

As with any place you go to in the world, you have to be careful with the way you carry yourself. In ANY major city there are always incidents of theft or robbery.

postiff · 17 March 2009, 09:39 AM

Manila was a bad, bad place a few years ago. Although I have never been only heard about tourist being robbed and beaten. Talk to your travel agent see what they say. You going for business or pleasure? Maybe wear a long sleeve shirt and if someone asks for the time pull out the ever trusty and easily replaceable cell phone. just back up all your contacts before you go

Whiskey · 17 March 2009, 09:45 AM

I heard there was a hand grenade thrown in a marketplace somewhere in the Phillipines the other day and it killed 4 people.

If I were you I'd be more concerned about my health than the watch. Make sure you get all your shots before you go there.

ekek888 · 17 March 2009, 09:49 AM

it depends on where you go and how you go.

Adconads · 17 March 2009, 09:56 AM

Just like in any other cities in the world, its safe to wear a Rolex just as long as you avoid the ff:

1. Having a lengthy conversation with a stranger.
2. Walking into an unlit/dark street or alley at night.
3. If you're staying in a hotel, be sure to keep your watch in a safety deposit box or in
the safe provided in you're room.
4. Hailing a cab late in the night. I suggest you call a cab service # to have
them pick you up and bring you to you're destination.
5. Wearing your watch in a jeep.
6. Walking along downtown Manila.- Sta Cruz, Taft Avenue, Ermita, Pasay and Baclaran.
It would be better to avoid this places while wearing your watch.

gene74 · 17 March 2009, 10:00 AM

I won't risk it. And I'm native to the philippines and grew up in Manila. No matter how careful you are, there's always the risk.

bradg · 17 March 2009, 10:15 AM

I would be careful for sure...leave the rolex at home

LDLemu4U · 17 March 2009, 10:25 AM

I go the Philippines every year for 6 weeks or more and always use one of my Rolexes. Not one incident for me in 31 years..........................

Cato · 17 March 2009, 10:26 AM

If you have your doubts, why risk it?

chenx15 · 17 March 2009, 10:33 AM

i'm from the philippines... don't! i repeat don't take it with you... not worth the risk. then again there are amazing rolex counterfeits back there the muggers won't know the difference. advice to enjoy Manila, be as simple as you can. but in the provinces and other islands it's pretty ok. just manila you have to watch out for.

Ronnie Rolex · 17 March 2009, 11:46 AM

I would NOT take it. Casios work fine there...

bodybump · 17 March 2009, 12:35 PM

it depends where you actually going...is it in the business district?? or in the province?? because a lot of people in manila wears Rolex watches we have a couple of members here are from the Philippines...i guess it depends on where you going....even here in the US i take off my watch just going to wallmart....

bodybump · 17 March 2009, 12:35 PM

when are you going to manila actually?

bodybump · 17 March 2009, 12:35 PM

it depends where you actually going...is it in the business district?? or in the province?? because a lot of people in manila wears Rolex watches we have a couple of members here are from the Philippines...i guess it depends on where you going....even here in the US i take off my watch just going to wallmart....

bodybump · 17 March 2009, 12:35 PM

it depends where you actually going...is it in the business district?? or in the province?? because a lot of people in manila wears Rolex watches we have a couple of members here are from the Philippines...i guess it depends on where you going....even here in the US i take off my watch just going to wallmart....

bodybump · 17 March 2009, 12:35 PM

it depends where you actually going...is it in the business district?? or in the province?? because a lot of people in manila wears Rolex watches we have a couple of members here are from the Philippines...i guess it depends on where you going....even here in the US i take off my watch just going to wallmart....

bodybump · 17 March 2009, 12:35 PM

just incase bring 1 non rolex...thats what i do when i travel anywhere...

bodybump · 17 March 2009, 12:35 PM

it depends where you actually going...is it in the business district?? or in the province?? because a lot of people in manila wears Rolex watches we have a couple of members here are from the Philippines...i guess it depends on where you going....even here in the US i take off my watch just going to wallmart....

bodybump · 17 March 2009, 12:35 PM

it depends where you actually going...is it in the business district?? or in the province?? because a lot of people in manila wears Rolex watches we have a couple of members here are from the Philippines...i guess it depends on where you going....even here in the US i take off my watch just going to wallmart....

sea-dweller · 17 March 2009, 01:39 PM

Interesting post, I've never been to the Philippines before, but have been to Bangkok a couple of times before and felt safe wearing my GMT II, Explorer and a ND Sub. Even at night, no issues...

James T · 17 March 2009, 01:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SLODUCK

By the way, make sure it's real or they feed it to you if it's not.

LOL... I'm laughing... but this is a fact...

dxn · 17 March 2009, 03:02 PM

I'll be going in a couple months or so. It is business related but
don't have the details of the trip yet. Maybe I'll just bring it
and if I feel unsafe then I'll put the rolex in my pocket when I'm
on the streets. I plan on bringing the GMTIIc as it has the time zone capability.

dxn · 17 March 2009, 03:06 PM

I plan to go in a couple months or so on a business. I don't have the details of the trip
yet other than to Manila. I like to bring my GMTIIc since it has the time zone function.
Maybe I do as Oscar suggested...put the rolex in my pocket if I feel the street is not safe.

Looks like there are some think that it is safe and some don't think it is safe. Like to hear
more input from those that been there.

AstroBoy · 18 March 2009, 12:44 AM

I don't know about Manila, but I've been in Vietnam many times. I won't take my Rolex with me there since I've seen purses and watches being snatched off by the bikers! and beside, I like to go to town and mingled with locals there. A Timex or Casio will do me just fine! I'd rather be safe than sorry!

17 March 2009, 07:40 AM	#1
dxn "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Dan Location: california Watch: datejust Posts: 23	Is it safe to travel to Manila with a rolex? Is it safe to travel to Manila with a Rolex? I hear some people say not to wear anything expensive due to crime over there. Is this accurate? Dan

17 March 2009, 07:47 AM	#2
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,515	I don't know... Joe Frazier did, but somebody beat him up............ __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

17 March 2009, 10:33 AM	#16
chenx15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: somewhere Posts: 2,891	i'm from the philippines... don't! i repeat don't take it with you... not worth the risk. then again there are amazing rolex counterfeits back there the muggers won't know the difference. advice to enjoy Manila, be as simple as you can. but in the provinces and other islands it's pretty ok. just manila you have to watch out for. __________________ 16 GS Titles 16 AMS titles (1 short of Agassi) 23 Consecutive GS semifinals 17/18 of the last GS finals, 237 consecutive weeks #1 5 consecutive wimbledon + 1 = 6 cups 5 consecutive US open 4 Australian open 1 Sweet french open a crown for every achievement The Greatest Of All Time loves Rolex

17 March 2009, 12:35 PM	#18
bodybump ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Oscar Location: Florida Watch: Me!!! Posts: 23,233	it depends where you actually going...is it in the business district?? or in the province?? because a lot of people in manila wears Rolex watches we have a couple of members here are from the Philippines...i guess it depends on where you going....even here in the US i take off my watch just going to wallmart.... __________________

17 March 2009, 12:35 PM	#19
bodybump ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Oscar Location: Florida Watch: Me!!! Posts: 23,233	when are you going to manila actually? __________________

17 March 2009, 08:23 AM	#4
Bebot "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Emil Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: U macallit Posts: 2,645	You should be safe as long as you know where you going and doing at all times. My brother alway wear his RG Daytona when he travel and he goes to PI once every 2 months.

17 March 2009, 08:24 AM	#5
jaelyncruz Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: JAELYN CRUZ Location: the OC Posts: 79	Are you a native to the philippines? - i think you should be fine, just keep an eye on your Rolex and be careful.

17 March 2009, 08:29 AM	#6
Bebot "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Emil Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: U macallit Posts: 2,645	By the way, make sure it's real or they feed it to you if it's not.

17 March 2009, 09:30 AM	#7
salipsip "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Philippines Posts: 1	As with any place you go to in the world, you have to be careful with the way you carry yourself. In ANY major city there are always incidents of theft or robbery.

17 March 2009, 09:39 AM	#8
postiff Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Danny Location: Ca Watch: 116710LN Posts: 936	Manila was a bad, bad place a few years ago. Although I have never been only heard about tourist being robbed and beaten. Talk to your travel agent see what they say. You going for business or pleasure? Maybe wear a long sleeve shirt and if someone asks for the time pull out the ever trusty and easily replaceable cell phone. just back up all your contacts before you go

17 March 2009, 09:45 AM	#9
Whiskey Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Toronto, Canada Watch: Deepsea Posts: 521	I heard there was a hand grenade thrown in a marketplace somewhere in the Phillipines the other day and it killed 4 people. If I were you I'd be more concerned about my health than the watch. Make sure you get all your shots before you go there.

17 March 2009, 09:49 AM	#10
ekek888 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: qc Posts: 9	it depends on where you go and how you go.

17 March 2009, 09:56 AM	#11
Adconads "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Philippines Posts: 16	Just like in any other cities in the world, its safe to wear a Rolex just as long as you avoid the ff: 1. Having a lengthy conversation with a stranger. 2. Walking into an unlit/dark street or alley at night. 3. If you're staying in a hotel, be sure to keep your watch in a safety deposit box or in the safe provided in you're room. 4. Hailing a cab late in the night. I suggest you call a cab service # to have them pick you up and bring you to you're destination. 5. Wearing your watch in a jeep. 6. Walking along downtown Manila.- Sta Cruz, Taft Avenue, Ermita, Pasay and Baclaran. It would be better to avoid this places while wearing your watch.

17 March 2009, 10:00 AM	#12
gene74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Eugene Location: Frisco, TX Watch: 116660 Posts: 82	I won't risk it. And I'm native to the philippines and grew up in Manila. No matter how careful you are, there's always the risk.

17 March 2009, 10:15 AM	#13
bradg "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Brad Location: Pittsburgh Pa Watch: 14060M,GMT1675, Posts: 650	I would be careful for sure...leave the rolex at home

17 March 2009, 10:25 AM	#14
LDLemu4U Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Canada Watch: GMT Master IIc Posts: 472	I go the Philippines every year for 6 weeks or more and always use one of my Rolexes. Not one incident for me in 31 years..........................

17 March 2009, 10:26 AM	#15
Cato Banned Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Land of the Lost Watch: 116610LN Posts: 2,201	If you have your doubts, why risk it?

17 March 2009, 11:46 AM	#17
Ronnie Rolex Member Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Ronnie Location: Man. Bch., CA USA Watch: SS-P YM Posts: 679	I would NOT take it. Casios work fine there...

17 March 2009, 01:39 PM	#26
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Interesting post, I've never been to the Philippines before, but have been to Bangkok a couple of times before and felt safe wearing my GMT II, Explorer and a ND Sub. Even at night, no issues... __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

17 March 2009, 03:02 PM	#28
dxn "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Dan Location: california Watch: datejust Posts: 23	I'll be going in a couple months or so. It is business related but don't have the details of the trip yet. Maybe I'll just bring it and if I feel unsafe then I'll put the rolex in my pocket when I'm on the streets. I plan on bringing the GMTIIc as it has the time zone capability.

17 March 2009, 03:06 PM	#29
dxn "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Dan Location: california Watch: datejust Posts: 23	I plan to go in a couple months or so on a business. I don't have the details of the trip yet other than to Manila. I like to bring my GMTIIc since it has the time zone function. Maybe I do as Oscar suggested...put the rolex in my pocket if I feel the street is not safe. Looks like there are some think that it is safe and some don't think it is safe. Like to hear more input from those that been there.

18 March 2009, 12:44 AM	#30
AstroBoy "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Lucky Location: Ohio USA Watch: TT-Tona/EXII/Tudor Posts: 696	I don't know about Manila, but I've been in Vietnam many times. I won't take my Rolex with me there since I've seen purses and watches being snatched off by the bikers! and beside, I like to go to town and mingled with locals there. A Timex or Casio will do me just fine! I'd rather be safe than sorry! __________________ Astroboy "Life Is Not A Problem To Be Solved But A Reality To Be Experienced" "JJ - Your smile takes all my troubles away!"

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