Buses are available with air-conditioning or without. The price for riding in air-conditioning is about double what you would pay for riding without and use certain main routes. There are also charter bus lines available for those wanting to travel outside Manila. The most popular mode of transportation in Manila is the jeepney. They have regular stops, as do buses, but will also stop if they are flagged down.
Taxis are air-conditioned and can be found practically anywhere in Manila.
It is time to get out and find another taxi, as you will probably get overcharged by this scam. If a person traveling to the Philippines wishes to travel by car, but not in a taxi, they can rent a car, but need to have a valid international drivers license. For travelers staying in deluxe hotels, many offer limousine services. It's relatively inexpensive and is very fast. An option for traveling between the islands is to use ferries.