Affiliate Disclosure

How We Make Money

Some links on ManilaPlaces are affiliate links. That means if you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission. It costs you nothing extra, and it doesn't sway our recommendations. We write about what we genuinely think is worth your time and money, period.

Our Commitment to Honest Recommendations

Here's the thing: commissions don't change what we write. If a hotel, restaurant, or service isn't worth recommending, we won't recommend it, regardless of whether an affiliate link is involved. Our readers in Manila trust us for accurate, no-BS information. That trust is worth more than any single commission check.

We only participate in affiliate programs for services we've personally used or thoroughly vetted. Before adding any affiliate link to the site, we ask ourselves: would we recommend this to a friend without getting paid? If the answer is no, it doesn't go on the site.

Does This Affect Our Rankings or Coverage?

No. We don't pay for better placement, and we don't favor one business over another because of affiliate relationships. Our editorial decisions are independent of any revenue we generate. A place earns its spot on ManilaPlaces based on merit, not on whether it has an affiliate program.

Transparency Note

If you ever have questions about whether a link on this site is an affiliate link, just ask. You can reach us through our contact page, and we'll let you know.

Third-Party Policies

When you click an affiliate link and land on a third-party website, that site's privacy policy and terms of service apply. We have no control over what they do with your data once you leave our site. We encourage you to review their policies before making any purchases.

Changes to This Disclosure

We may update this disclosure from time to time. If our affiliate relationships change significantly, we'll update the date at the top. Check back periodically if you want to stay informed.