Good for you, Hodd. I've lived in the Philippines and still spend winters there, since 2014, and have never even stepped into a bar, other than various eateries and resorts that might have a bar or serve alcohol onsite. Definitely no go-go bars, lol. Also have traveled to most of the neighboring countries. There is so much to see and do, and the food is so good (mostly) in those beautiful, exotic countries it amazes me to see the expats sitting around in bars getting wasted. and eating bar food. They also put themselves at greater risk, especially at night. Of course plenty of locals like their Red Horse too...
Enjoy your adventure, Hodd.