In order to bring order to chaos (the metro’s vehicle-congested EDSA), the Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA), through the leadership of Bayani Fernando, conceived the Organized Bus Route (OBR) scheme. It was meant to complement in twofold the BRT system.
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Organized Bus Route (OBR)
Feb 16th, 2010 by Mang Parfum
Water Bus
Feb 12th, 2010 by Mang Parfum
The Pasig River Ferry Service, or the Water Bus, is the first of its kind within the metro’s biggest river–the Pasig River. Privately owned by Nautical Transport Services, Inc. and run by the Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission (PRRC), the service cruises the river from Pinagbuhatan, Pasig City to Intramuros, Manila.
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The Things [Professional] Commuters Do
Nov 18th, 2009 by Papa Cologne
Commuting is often a long, tedious, and boring process. When I had a job somewhere faraway from where I lived, I spent 4-6 hours of my day commuting. That’s roughly five days of my life every month, two months in a year!
Anyway, that much time on the commute gave me the chance to observe the things commuters usually do to help pass the time (or make it more productive).
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CQ #3: “Walang Tawiran NAKAMAMATAY”
Oct 7th, 2009 by Mang Parfum
Commuting Quote # 3
Walang tawiran NAKAMAMATAY.
This quotation is common in the metro’s major thoroughfares, where there are speeding public and private vehicles. This signage abound Epifanio Delos Santos Avenue (EDSA), C5, Osmeña Highway, and Commonwealth Avenue (the metro’s widest roadway), to name a few. It is meant to invoke fear to the commuting public who of course need to cross streets to get to their destinations as part of their commute.
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Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) System
Oct 6th, 2009 by Mang Parfum
Ever wondered what the yellow-lined lanes are for in the metro’s major thoroughfares like EDSA? These yellow-lined lanes are the two outer lanes, the first and second lanes to be specific, of a given thoroughfare. They comprise the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system targeted to maximize utilization of major roadways within the metro.
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CQ #2: “God Knows HUDAS Not Pay”
Oct 2nd, 2009 by Mang Parfum
Commuting Quote # 2
God knows HUDAS not pay.
Like CQ #1, this quotation is also common in jeepneys and tricycles. It is meant to ward off possible free riders, who want to pull a fast one on humble and hardworking drivers by not paying their fares.
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Bb. Toilette’s Way
Sep 15th, 2009 by Papa Cologne
Commuting should never be an icky experience. And that is why the Bb. Toilette’s way exists. This way believes that there is no need to get all sweaty when you don’t bring your own car.
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Signboards
Jul 31st, 2009 by Papa Cologne
Signs are crucial to a commuter. They give you an idea where PUVs are going, let you know what street you’re on, warns you about falling debris and such. Unfortunately, signs are not exactly what you’d call regulated. That said, a lot of signs are not going to make sense.
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LRT-1
Jul 31st, 2009 by Mang Parfum
The yellow line or LRT-1 is the first metro line of the Manila Light Rail Transit System. Predominantly spanning Taft Avenue (and a portion of Rizal Avenue), it links Quezon City, Caloocan, Manila, Pasay, and Parañaque. It goes from Baclaran in Parañaque to Monumento in Caloocan.
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Walk
Jul 24th, 2009 by Mang Parfum
Walking or ambulation is the simplest mode of transportation you can employ to get to your desired destination without the aid of vehicles or animals. As a testament to its enduring importance, this was the primary method used by our forefathers to cross those land bridges that eventually led them to this archipelago we call home, the Philippines.
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Bus
Jul 23rd, 2009 by Bb. Toilette
A bus is a public utility vehicle designed to carry loads of people to a certain destination or along a specific route. Buses are common in any part of the Philippines, especially in major cities. Unlike other Asian countries, buses in the Philippines are operated and managed by private entities and fares are not subsidized by the government.
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Rainy Day Commuting
Jul 20th, 2009 by Papa Cologne
We are experiencing lots of rains this rainy season and believe us, even here at TPC, we get tempted to go the Bb. Toilette way when it’s raining hard outside. The rain is a major antagonist to every commuter. The best option of course, is to stay in and just curl up on your bed. However, for most of us, that rarely is a viable option. Here are some tips for your rainy day commutes.
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MRT-3
Jul 10th, 2009 by Mang Parfum
The blue line or MRT-3 is the metro rail transit that links Quezon City, Mandaluyong, Makati, and Pasay. It goes from Taft Avenue in Pasay to North Avenue in Quezon City, spanning most part of EDSA (16.9 kilometers of its 24-km stretch).
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LRT-2
Jul 9th, 2009 by Papa Cologne
The purple line or LRT-2 is the light rail transit that links San Juan, Manila, Pasig, Quezon City, and Marikina. It goes from Recto in Manila to Santolan in Pasig (or Marikina, depends on how you put it).
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Taxi
Jun 29th, 2009 by Bb. Toilette
The taxi cab, or the taxi, is essentially a hired vehicle. It is usually a four-door sedan, but lately some AUVs (i.e. Toyota Avanza) are being used as taxis as well. The driver drops you off the at the destination you specified. A meter determines the fare, which includes the flag-down rate (Php 30) and the corresponding rate for every 500 meters or every two minutes of idle time (Php2.50).
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CQ #1: “Barya Lang Po Sa Umaga”
Jun 26th, 2009 by Mang Parfum
Commuting Quote # 1
Barya lang po sa umaga.
This quotation is most common in the crudest types of public transportation—jeepneys and trikes. It basically means that you have to (or at least try to) pay exact fare at start of day. You’ll find this quote in signs hanging by the driver’s rear-view mirror or by the vehicle’s windshield. They are usually made of improvised plastic boards, done in stabilo boss-style of writing with metallic trinkets for an extra oomph.
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Commuters’ Lingo
Jun 26th, 2009 by Mang Parfum
1-2-3
Tawag sa hindi pagbayad ng pamasahe kasabay ang mabilisang pagtakbo para makatakas. The act of intentionally forgetting to pay one’s fare.
Use in a sentence:
Pagbaba ng lalakeng nakaitim, nag-1-2-3 sya agad.
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Trike
Jun 25th, 2009 by Mang Parfum
Tricycle, or simply Trike, is another modification of the standard motorized tricycle by ingenious Filipinos. In urban areas, trikes have mostly been restricted to residential/village areas. However, in smaller towns or municipalities, they are the preferred public transportation mode over jeepneys just because of their compact size—small enough to fit in their usually single-lane, two-way roads.
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FX-Taxi
Jun 25th, 2009 by Papa Cologne
The FX Taxi came to be when enterprising owners of Toyota Tamaraw FX AUVs decided to enter the public transport business. The name of course came from the “FX” in Tamaraw FX and it has since stuck. Today AUVs of other manufacturers are still called by the generic term FX.
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Jeepney
Jun 24th, 2009 by Papa Cologne
The Jeepney is the heart of Filipino commuting. Originally made from refurbished military jeeps left by the US troops, it is a prime example of Pinoy ingenuity.
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Introducing Commuters’ EXPRESSions!
Jun 24th, 2009 by Papa Cologne
Welcome to Commuters’ EXPRESSions!
Here we post all our more ahem creative content.
Stay tuned for updates.
Iconology
Jun 23rd, 2009 by Papa Cologne
The Jeepney is the most iconic Filipino mode of commuting. A visit to the Philippines is not complete without having tried commuting via jeepneys.
The Bus is a larger vehicle with usually longer routes, usually passing through major roads and highways. For example, when at EDSA, they occupy the two outermost lanes.
The LRT-1 or the Yellow Line is a light rail system that goes from Monumento to Baclaran.
The LRT-2 or the Purple Line is a light rail system that goes from Recto to Santolan.
The MRT-3 or the Blue Line is a light rail system that goes from North Avenue to Taft Avenue.
The FX-Taxi is for the lack of a better word, an air-conditioned Jeepney or a MEGA Taxi.
The Trike or the Tricycle is a motorcycle that has a “side-car” for carrying passenger.
The Walk or ambulation is the primary method of transportation without the aid of vehicles or animals.
The Taxi or the Cab is a car for hire and the preferred Bb. Toilette way of commuting.
The Water Bus or the Ferry is the first of its kind within the metro’s Pasig River. Not only do you get to your destination, but you also get to enjoy the views along the riverbanks.
The Bb. Toilette’s Way icon appears in directions by Bb. Toilette. It usually involves asking Manong to take you to your point of destination.
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