MY FIRST TIME FLYING PHILIPPINE AIRLINES Economy Review + 💥my MANILA Airport Security Experience

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  • @grrrltraveler
    @grrrltraveler  Рік тому +4

    UPDATE: see below. Who's flown with Philippine Airlines? What was your experience?
    This video is my three-leg journey. Watch part 1: Sri Lankan Airlines review: ua-cam.com/video/7nEVWqfWmj0/v-deo.html
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    • @grrrltraveler
      @grrrltraveler  Рік тому +1

      Finally googled it as there’s been comments from others about this airport and you’ll find articles online about it
      DHS has warranted Manila airport non compliant to their standards - I feel like it’s more due to excessive safety checks. 😂Articles say Manila is on high with terrorist attacks.
      The confiscating part seems to be a “thing” that’s a little suspect.it’s something more travelers have mentioned and I laughed it off in the video but there was something creepy about it that I couldn’t put my finger on.
      But the most disturbing news is there’s been a 2015 bullet planting incident where airport staff planted bullets in travelers’ luggage to extort money from them (as you can get jail time if you’re caught with firearms) & the gov denies. It’s given to rumors the airport was corrupt. 😅

    • @thetrimlife
      @thetrimlife Рік тому

      No masks? I'm getting ready to book Philippine & if it means no masks from Bali to LAX, I'm IN!

  • @l.d.916
    @l.d.916 Рік тому +3

    In my opinion still the service is good for Economy class if I'm not mistaken.For other airlines they will not give amenity kit for economy class,for salt and pepper you should ask the stewardess.For the special menu you should request it during your booking/online.

    • @grrrltraveler
      @grrrltraveler  Рік тому

      Yes it is. But probably similar to US carriers in that domestic gets less than the international flights.
      Yes. Special diets need to order at the time of booking. 😄 I did not book this flight

  • @gunvaldsandhaland7757
    @gunvaldsandhaland7757 Рік тому +2

    Love the 2-4-2 seating in eco On A330.Great work

  • @marcelaferrari1
    @marcelaferrari1 Рік тому +2

    Hi,SSSS on your boarding pass means Secondary security screening selection!!!! I love your channel. Best regards from Buenos Aires

    • @grrrltraveler
      @grrrltraveler  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching 😃 wow so k wonder if I won a lottery selection or if it was just for my route?

  • @Hispandinavian
    @Hispandinavian 5 місяців тому

    Depending on the route and destination, sometimes I´ll deliberately have a longer layover because of customs checks and security protocols. I´m going to Japan again. I´ll probably go through Taipei from on the way back. I also like the option of Hawaiian airlines, because I´ll get another state off the bucket list. I´ll already be in US territory and cleared customs, before I even get to the mainland.

  • @pmdrglj7310
    @pmdrglj7310 Рік тому +6

    I love flying on Philippine Airlines. Their meals on flights from Manila are really better as compared to Manila-bound flights.

    • @grrrltraveler
      @grrrltraveler  Рік тому

      Interesting. On the way to Phils I wonder if food caters to the locals?

    • @pmdrglj7310
      @pmdrglj7310 Рік тому

      @@grrrltraveler for PH-bound flights, onboard meals are usually prepared by a catering company from the point of origin. So they would serve Japanese food for NRT-MNL flights and Korean food on ICN-MNL flights. They still serve Filipino food sometimes.

    • @grrrltraveler
      @grrrltraveler  Рік тому

      Makes sense.

  • @MommyHeleninAction
    @MommyHeleninAction Рік тому +1

    Thanks for sharing, i wanna watch more of your travel vlogs!

  • @devonshrestha7078
    @devonshrestha7078 Рік тому

    Great to see the videos have a great trip

  • @dayanaruniqueexperiences5856
    @dayanaruniqueexperiences5856 Рік тому +2

    I will be traveling alone as a deaf person for the first time. I want to know if the flight attendants collects the menus after deciding what passengers want to eat or do they just ask when it's time to eat?

    • @WRic86
      @WRic86 Рік тому +1

      On flight P104 & P105, it's always when it's time to eat (I have very bad hearing, (and they talk so soft) no matter how many times you ask them to speak louder, they won't do it)

  • @halsmith3021
    @halsmith3021 4 місяці тому

    You have the 4 SSSS on boarding pass, that is why you have extra security check

  • @matriksist
    @matriksist Рік тому +6

    FYI, if your layover going to the USA via country to country of course you will pass through security checks depending on each countries regulations. Another thing, SG to MNL is only about 2 hours in a 777 or smaller aircraft the service wont be the same as the ones with longer flight. Compare to interstates flights within the US like Delta, American or United they only serve cookies or chips, PAL to Manila served a lot better than the US airlines. Probably if you travel First Class you will have a better flight next time.

    • @grrrltraveler
      @grrrltraveler  Рік тому

      I had two flights in that video- I guess you only watched the first.
      Common that was a lot of security checks- in all my lifetime of flying I’ve never had that much.

  • @NepaliNomad1234
    @NepaliNomad1234 Рік тому

    Nice to see you again 🙏🙏

  • @davidgroves123
    @davidgroves123 Рік тому +1

    Well worth waiting for.Try Marrakech for security checkpoints(at least five or six).The dreaded SSSS on your boarding card!!!!

    • @grrrltraveler
      @grrrltraveler  Рік тому

      I don’t recall Marrakech being that bad. Is SSSS for security?

    • @deandecoursey2334
      @deandecoursey2334 10 місяців тому

      @@grrrltraveler SSSS s TSA’s random way to check passengers, all through the security process

  • @philipjanek3864
    @philipjanek3864 Рік тому

    Did you have to switch terminals and did you need thier e travel just to transit? Im going back to lax from bangkok ok

  • @fridzveliganio4562
    @fridzveliganio4562 Рік тому +1

    JOSH CAHILL gives best experience in flying philippine airlines.

  • @KanishkaShandilya
    @KanishkaShandilya Рік тому +1

    Hi nice video
    I doing the same route just wanted to know if we need a transit visa as it’s very unclear

    • @grrrltraveler
      @grrrltraveler  Рік тому

      I did not leave the airport so I did not need one. But I am USA. To be safe I’d research the visa situation for your country.

  • @kaambo4785
    @kaambo4785 Рік тому +1

    This is your primer for the Philippines. It starts in the airport.

  • @RenielSantos10
    @RenielSantos10 Рік тому +1

    Iloveyou and i like your vlogs welcome to philippines ♥️😘😘

    • @grrrltraveler
      @grrrltraveler  Рік тому +3

      Awww thanks Reniel- I hope give the Philippines a proper visit soon!

    • @RenielSantos10
      @RenielSantos10 Рік тому

      I hope ms. Christine ♥️😇 godbless always and take care to your journey 🥰

  • @wdtrott4850
    @wdtrott4850 Рік тому +3

    Hello Christine, I flew Philippine Air on my last trip to the Philippines and Thailand, I do recall all the security checks on a short layover in Manila. Bags claimed and re-checked along with your Passports, which didn't seem necessary. The process took so long, because of the number of people in transit, that the Phil. Air flight on to NY had to be delayed. That was in 2019, there must be a better solution...

    • @grrrltraveler
      @grrrltraveler  Рік тому

      I was thinking the EXACT same thing!!! Gotta be a better solution than to risk peoples’ flights.
      They actively pulled our bags from luggage, OPENED it and made us wait to identify it. I was so lucky not to have a long line or I could’ve missed my flight cause then the next security checks came.
      So your flight waited for you?

    • @hasaki_oce4611
      @hasaki_oce4611 Рік тому

      Oh no, just booked that company from BNE to PEK.

  • @Thuli_Kumalo
    @Thuli_Kumalo Рік тому

    Hey. Nice video! I’ll transit via Manila airport with Philippines airline and I have 1h30 minutes. Do you think this is enough time? I’m a little nervous 😭

  • @fan.80s_90s
    @fan.80s_90s Рік тому +2

    Outstanding video. Few things I've observed in the video, yes you look really exhausted travelling from point A to point Z at Changi international airport to get to the boarding gate, second is the reason for additional screenings is probably connecting flight to the US mainland and Hawaii is Department of Homeland Security and Department of Agriculture(prevention of entry of food and veggies into the United States) has made instructions to all airlines and airport operetors to do extensive and additional checks to all passengers entering into the United States even if passengers are US passport holders hence that's why you had to go through additional screenings from Singapore to Honolulu via Manila and last is the food, I'm impressed with the selection of food for a long flight including goodies. With respect to choice of dietary preferences like veg and fish items, airlines should had made accommodation to give preference dietary for veg and fish items. Overall it's a great video and a big thumbs-up 👍.

    • @grrrltraveler
      @grrrltraveler  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for your comment! Yes the hospitality on that airlines was pretty impressive.
      I can’t say what it was that caused so many security checks that they’d pull our luggage and make us identify it … that was very new to me. But wow.

  • @MarilynIdanan
    @MarilynIdanan Рік тому +1

    I got a bad experience (Manila airport)with my last flight last October 15,2022 ..Manila to Melbourne,Too much question and checking etc.

    • @grrrltraveler
      @grrrltraveler  Рік тому

      I wonder why there is so much security at that airport vs others ?

    • @MarilynIdanan
      @MarilynIdanan Рік тому +1

      @@grrrltraveler actually it was my first time to asked too much question and security exaggerated.

    • @TheCantonboy
      @TheCantonboy Рік тому

      @@MarilynIdanan were you on a tourist visa ?

  • @ichisp
    @ichisp Рік тому +2

    I was flying to SFO from MNL last month and the additional security at the gate took less than 5 minutes. Hardly worth mentioning. I see this all the time on international flights back to the US.

    • @grrrltraveler
      @grrrltraveler  Рік тому

      Wow. That’s what I usually encounter but tjj hi is one was definitely a process I’ve never been thru.

    • @jsjsjsjsj578
      @jsjsjsjsj578 Рік тому

      they say non locals get treated diff to local

  • @jsjsjsjsj578
    @jsjsjsjsj578 Рік тому +2

    my Filipino said the security checks are very strict on local passengers compared to nonlocals they go through smoothly without even being questioned. I find it very discriminating how their people treated at the airport in manila

  • @rutc1976
    @rutc1976 11 місяців тому

    I wonder how much difference between other airlines.
    I just just bought BKK > JFK and JFK to Incheon S.Korea for 671USD.
    What if this was ANA, Singapore or some other airlines, it would be more then 2000usd.
    Please no complaints in what you paid and give thanks for being able to translate your butt in a less than a thousand for a cross pacific r/t ticket
    PAL all the way ❤

  • @sabinomanuel562
    @sabinomanuel562 Рік тому +4

    forget PAL, puro delay

  • @ernestoguevara8599
    @ernestoguevara8599 Рік тому

    Hi, is your checked in tag stated SG-HNL or SG-MNL?

  • @Emilh321
    @Emilh321 Рік тому +1

    The “SSSS” the airline place on your ticket means that you will be screen and checked throughout your flight, how do you not know this? Video sucks,

  • @45ruthie1
    @45ruthie1 Рік тому

    Why not try ANA Airlines next time.
    I just arrived from Manilato LA and everything was so good. No complain.
    Restroom was Super Clean, so Roomy.

  • @dayanaruniqueexperiences5856
    @dayanaruniqueexperiences5856 Рік тому +1

    Have you had any complaints with the Philippines airlines? I heard they cancelled so much flights or delays occurs. It will be my first time traveling with them.

    • @julieocampo5493
      @julieocampo5493 Рік тому

      Never fly PAL i was scam by this airline horrendous cancellation and delaying and food is bad and keep going about this PAL.

    • @dayanaruniqueexperiences5856
      @dayanaruniqueexperiences5856 Рік тому

      @@julieocampo5493 Really? Maybe it's just an experience of yours.

  • @jsjsjsjsj578
    @jsjsjsjsj578 Рік тому

    for your privacy and safety cover your name on ticket. alot hackers these days

  • @bogsadorn1146
    @bogsadorn1146 Рік тому

    food is much better than other ailine.

  • @Ubiquitous_1
    @Ubiquitous_1 Рік тому +4

    I remember that at Manila airport. You get checked excessively. Like 3 different times! Once from outside, another when you're already inside and again before the waiting area. It's their last minute to confiscate stuff that you buy at the airport but can't bring on the plane. It's ridiculous.

    • @grrrltraveler
      @grrrltraveler  Рік тому +1

      Finally googled it. DHS has warranted it non compliant to their standards - I have a feeling it’s because its excessive. Manila is on high about terrorist attacks and there’s been a 2015 bullet planting incident where airport staff planted bullets in travelers’ luggage to extort money from them & the gov denies. It So there’s rumors the airport was corrupt. Something like that. 😅

  • @gala4008
    @gala4008 Рік тому +1

    I think your not aware on the policy of airport...

  • @jennylifejourney5656
    @jennylifejourney5656 Рік тому

    I've noticed your second ticket has 4 SSSS meaning you are flag....How was the experienced with your seconf ticket?

  • @WyrdBlogger01
    @WyrdBlogger01 Рік тому

    I saw this adventure and rushed over.

    • @grrrltraveler
      @grrrltraveler  Рік тому +1

      Awww thanks for taking the time to watch, Wyrd. =D

  • @christophermaldonado5149
    @christophermaldonado5149 Рік тому

    I live in the US and in that airport i had to go through 3 checks and then additionsl get off the plane check in canada...crazy...Lol

  • @maeladera5469
    @maeladera5469 Рік тому +1

    My friend just got home with her Aunt. And told me it was their first worst travel ever! They wanted to fly with PAL hoping to get hassle free from Toronto to Manila but it turned out the worst travel ever. Lost their one luggage where all her aunts medication for the whole month. WORST!! They have their connecting flight that morning to cebu but the flight was canceled and they let them out and book another flight to cebu. Instead of having a smooth travel and a smooth connecting flight, they arrived to cebu at late night with an Aunt who has medical condition. They have filed a complain at manila airport for a lost luggage, never know what happened. I can't believed this. I won't be traveling with PAL. I feel bad to my friend with her aunt. How about those people travelling with kids? PAL should do a better service as you are carrying the name of our Country. What a shame!

    • @grrrltraveler
      @grrrltraveler  Рік тому +1

      Oh no!!!! I’m sorry it was such a bad experience.
      In the future tell your friend to pack all important meds in your in flight carryon. Lots of luggage getting lost these days.
      Good that they filed a complaint too. They’ll have an easier time collecting from their travel insurance co.

  • @jsjsjsjsj578
    @jsjsjsjsj578 Рік тому

    im watching this because my phip gf just took off from sing to manila lol

  • @ilovepotatos
    @ilovepotatos Рік тому

    Freedom🥳

  • @NathalieMakesCakes
    @NathalieMakesCakes Рік тому +9

    That airport is the worst! Lose ur luggage and so many check points had to run coming and going to japan from nyc it was outrageously slow and strange and yes they took the umbrellas smh

    • @NathalieMakesCakes
      @NathalieMakesCakes Рік тому +1

      And i gave myself an hour connecting and both times only had time to use the bathroom and almost missed the flights

    • @grrrltraveler
      @grrrltraveler  Рік тому

      Oh no! Can’t believe they took your umbrella ☂!!!

    • @efriendsf
      @efriendsf Рік тому +1

      Airport procedures dictated by the U.S. specifically the TSA. No choice or they will give a low category security rating to the airport.

    • @cs77smith67
      @cs77smith67 11 місяців тому

      ​@@NathalieMakesCakeshow long did it take them to find your luggage 🧳?

    • @NathalieMakesCakes
      @NathalieMakesCakes 11 місяців тому

      @@cs77smith67 few day , going and coming they lost some luggage. It was a few of us. Smh terrible experience.

  • @MVTX
    @MVTX Рік тому

    Wait I thought the Philippines still requires everyone to wear masks. Filmed pre 2020?

    • @fan.80s_90s
      @fan.80s_90s Рік тому +2

      This was filmed before the pandemic.

  • @efriendsf
    @efriendsf Рік тому +1

    The additional security checks are requirements of the United States TSA.

  • @Miguel863
    @Miguel863 Рік тому

    OMG... I am flying Philippine airlines first time from US to Manila and I hope its not that bad. Food looked horrendous and seating does not look too comfortable. I always flue China Air na never had any problems. This is gonna be bad....oh gosh hahahahahaha

    • @johanmartinezvaca9897
      @johanmartinezvaca9897 Рік тому

      When you travél to manila?

    • @Miguel863
      @Miguel863 Рік тому

      @@johanmartinezvaca9897 This September...I think I will do the same thing is record my experience. UA-cam is filled with alot of reviews. Some Good and some bad. I am almost not worried. Room sitting down is my biggest worry. I will make me miss China Air cause they do have plenty of room but some of thier planes are old.

  • @simcity93simcity93
    @simcity93simcity93 Рік тому

    Go work?!

  • @lenardjazpergata4496
    @lenardjazpergata4496 Рік тому

    Well some other airlijes can be bumpy because of the turbiolance

    • @grrrltraveler
      @grrrltraveler  Рік тому

      All airlines are bumpy when there’s turbulence 😹

  • @condedecuba4349
    @condedecuba4349 Рік тому

    Great Job! Thanks! Airline food is simply gross!!

  • @pipopasion6000
    @pipopasion6000 Рік тому

    Our Security procedures in Manila are PRESCRIBED BY THE US FAA , we have to follow it WORD FOR WORD....

    • @grrrltraveler
      @grrrltraveler  Рік тому +1

      It's certainly interesting execution of regulations for sure. Apparently there's been shady security "modifications" with this in the past that travelers also have to caution. I'd be on your toes nonetheless.

    • @dennisdonovan2752
      @dennisdonovan2752 Рік тому

      I find that hard to believe.sorry.

  • @99cachorro
    @99cachorro Рік тому +1

    Oh lady, you need a home cooked meal made with love after all that.

    • @grrrltraveler
      @grrrltraveler  Рік тому

      🤣😂 I’m sure those meals were made with a bit of love. I wish I could’ve eaten it.

  • @gutadin5
    @gutadin5 Рік тому

    are you from Oahu?

  • @zenjoe560
    @zenjoe560 Рік тому

    So many bag checks 🥴 don't get me wrong I understand for security purposes but atleast give me a free drink or snack as a compensation lol

  • @jamescarpenter3490
    @jamescarpenter3490 Рік тому

    I wish there is another international airline that allows direct flight from Manila to US…PAL is one of the worst airlines in the world 2/10, also the airport can be rated 5/10?

    • @enricocontrerasaraneta7290
      @enricocontrerasaraneta7290 Рік тому +2

      PAL is a 4 STAR global airlines..meaning it's a high class/ top rated airlines
      You're very DELUSIONAL

  • @AsakuraClan
    @AsakuraClan Рік тому

    But you ate the chicken!!! 😱 😢

  • @ernest8017
    @ernest8017 Рік тому +1

    Can I go to the Philippines and be a philipino.. can I go to China and be a Chinese.. can I go to Japan and be a Japanese.. can I go to Korea and be a Korean. Can I go to Jamaica and be a Jamaican.. can I go to Brazil and Brazilian.. can I go to Columbia and be a Colombian.. you can't come to America and be an American...😮