It’s not as if everyone’s excited to ride the darn thing.
“To make the Pasig River ferry service commuter-friendly, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) will initiate moves to lower its fares following a decrease in the number of passengers during commercial operations,” reports Anna Liza Villas-Alavaren in Manila Bulletin.
Passengers have complained that the PHP30 (short distances) to PHP50 (long distances) fare is “too high,” especially since the ferry boats are not air-conditioned.
Passengers have likewise complained about the stench of the Pasig River and the long waiting time.
Bottom line: It’s OK to suffer when it’s free, but not when you pay for it.
Photo from the Philippine Information Agency website
