Originally Posted by maverick17

I've driven in the Philippines quite a few times. It's difficult for a rookie, but depends on how good you are at home in the US. I actually really like driving there at this point.

Basically, go kinda slow and remember bigger vehicles have right of way. Honks mean watch out, not road rage.

I use my Amex, which is supposed to be pretty good from what I read for car insurance, but didn't get any extra coverage. It does take awhile for me sometimes to get the deposit charge back. And one time I had an extra charge on my card a few weeks after getting home, so be diligent.

Anyway, cars with drivers, or taxis, are not very expensive in the Philippines if it's an option and you're not certain about it.