Jeepney
Also called the Jeep (or "dyip"). The most common form of transport in the Philippines. These modified war vehicles are usually made of stainless steel decorated with paint or sticker decals and figurines. Riding a jeep usually involves squeezing together for the unfortunate last 2 people who need to sit with half of their butts hanging off of the seats.
HOW TO RIDE A JEEPNEY
STEP 1
Read the signs!
Jeeps usually have signboards on their windshield with their stops written on it. They also have the major stops written on the side!
TIP 1
Just ask.
If you aren’t sure whether your jeep is passing by your destination, you can always ask the driver before getting on board.
STEP 2
Notice me!
Raise your hand to hail down your chosen jeep. They may shake their hand if the Jeep is already full or if it’s their ‘curfew’.
STEP 3
Bayad po!
After getting a seat, pay by calling out “Bayad po” (I'm Paying) and reach out. If you don’t know the price of your fare, you can ask the driver before paying.
STEP 4
Until here
As you pay, call out your destination. If you don’t know where exactly that is, tell the driver to drop you off at a landmark near your destination. You can also state for how many you are paying for.
e.g. Your desitination is Quiapo
STEP 5
Stop in the name of love
Say “Para po” (Please Stop) to halt the jeep when you’re at your destination. Some jeeps have strings on the ceiling that you can pull to stop them!
TIP 2
My precious
Keep you arms around your bags to keep it safe. Try to cover the sides to avoid your bag getting slashed by sketchy characters. Be aware of your surroundings.
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