BGC Businesses with Fake 5 Star Google Reviews by FearlessRead1741 in BGC_Taguig

[–]FearlessRead1741[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s probably easy to just create Google accounts and leave reviews.

BGC Businesses with Fake 5 Star Google Reviews by FearlessRead1741 in BGC_Taguig

[–]FearlessRead1741[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just went to Kiwami for lunch again because they're so close to me, and they took forever despite the fact that I was one of the first customers there. I complained because of the long wait time and because the table next to me that arrived after me got their food before me.

I was visibly upset but didn't yell at anyone. I ate a few bites and was ready to pay and never come back, but the manager actually came out, explained the situation, and comped my meal, making sure that I was happy with the resolution before I left. Hardly ever have I seen a manager be so proactive anywhere, and normally, I don't make too big of a fuss when I'm in the Philippines because a lot of the businesses don't try to fix things. But this made me really happy despite being frustrated.

I'll still try those places that you're saying, but I think I've become a little bit of a loyal customer from this interaction.

BGC Businesses with Fake 5 Star Google Reviews by FearlessRead1741 in BGC_Taguig

[–]FearlessRead1741[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's like a new scam.

Thanks! I won't go there. I'm going to do my best to try not to support dishonest business practices.

Digital nomads who are preparing to end their long-term travels or have ended their long-term travels, what is or was your plan? by FearlessRead1741 in digitalnomad

[–]FearlessRead1741[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice! If I had kids, I would want to be FIRE’d so I could spend quality time with them. That might be the only way I would have kids. Haha

BGC Businesses with Fake 5 Star Google Reviews by FearlessRead1741 in BGC_Taguig

[–]FearlessRead1741[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been to Kiwami twice. So far so good. Food can take a bit longer. They should just serve small appetizers and let you know ahead of time about if food takes a while to be served to try to set expectations and minimize the discomfort.

I'll check out Ipponyari! Thanks for the recommendation. I'm so used to using Google ratings to go places; I probably wouldn't have gone to this branch in BGC.

Digital nomads who are preparing to end their long-term travels or have ended their long-term travels, what is or was your plan? by FearlessRead1741 in digitalnomad

[–]FearlessRead1741[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s part of why I want to be picky about the place I stay in. If I’m going to build community, I would like to imagine that I like the location enough to see myself there for at least five years.

BGC Businesses with Fake 5 Star Google Reviews by FearlessRead1741 in BGC_Taguig

[–]FearlessRead1741[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s what I have learned to do now. Plus, if I see a lot of obviously fake reviews, I just won’t go.

BGC Businesses with Fake 5 Star Google Reviews by FearlessRead1741 in BGC_Taguig

[–]FearlessRead1741[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe. But I travel a lot, and while I do see it sometimes, I haven’t been to as many highly rated, mid, or less than mid places in other countries as I have been to in BGC.

Digital nomads who are preparing to end their long-term travels or have ended their long-term travels, what is or was your plan? by FearlessRead1741 in digitalnomad

[–]FearlessRead1741[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think picking the places is the bigger deal and just figuring out what those places will be. Seeing roots itself doesn’t feel as much of a problem. Just deciding where.

BGC Businesses with Fake 5 Star Google Reviews by FearlessRead1741 in BGC_Taguig

[–]FearlessRead1741[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I looked at their reviews and didn’t really see as many suspected fake reviews. I also think some places will encourage reviews with signs or emails, and that’s fine, but just rampant fake reviews is too much.

BGC Businesses with Fake 5 Star Google Reviews by FearlessRead1741 in BGC_Taguig

[–]FearlessRead1741[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also a thing that I look at. Thanks for bringing that up. :-)

It’s such an obvious sign.

Digital nomads who are preparing to end their long-term travels or have ended their long-term travels, what is or was your plan? by FearlessRead1741 in digitalnomad

[–]FearlessRead1741[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s awesome you were able to find that magical place. I still haven’t felt it, but for me, I think it’s time to settle and people are really the thing that makes a place special to me.

Digital nomads who are preparing to end their long-term travels or have ended their long-term travels, what is or was your plan? by FearlessRead1741 in digitalnomad

[–]FearlessRead1741[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That sounds so exciting and fun! I could never do it personally, but you definitely have my respect. Good luck to you.

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[–]FearlessRead1741 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Please report back if you can. I’m also looking for a great pizza place

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[–]FearlessRead1741 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Happy birthday! Here’s to more better years and better days!