SINULOG
every 3rd Sunday of January, Cebu City's super celebration distinguished by its unusual two step forward 1 step backward shuffle, this simulating the Holy child of the shores is a century old tradition observed in this part of the Visayas region. The prayer dance is harmonized to the beat of Pit Senor! Viva Sto. Nino.
DAROSIMULOG
every 3rd week of January in Dumaguete street dancing in colorful costumes by the locals to celebrate the conversion of pagan tribes to Christianity.
ATI-ATIHAN
every 3rd week of January in Kalibo, Aklan the Ati-atihan festival honors the 13th century land deal between 10 migrating Bornean chieftains and the indigenous Ati King Marikudo. It also honors the town patron Sto. Niño. The celebration is highlighted by local covered in black soot and dressed in colorful costumes like the native Aeta dancing on the street to the rhythm and beat of drums while shouting Viva Sto Niño!
DINAGYANG
every 4th week of January in Iloilo City Ilonggos take to the streets in colorful costumes, with bodies covered in black paint in honor of the Holy Sto. Niño.
FEBRUARY
SIBUG-SIBUG FESTIVAL
from February 17-26 in Ipil, Sibugay, Zamboanga Sibug-Sibug Festival is celebrated during their foundation day in the province of Sibugay with colorful ethnic street dancing with rituals illustrating good harvest, wedding and healing rituals. During the festival, it endorses it's number one product which is oyster and known to be the biggest and juiciest and meatiest oyster in the Philippines.
DIA DE ZAMBOANGA
every 26th of February in Zamboanga City a celebration of cultural and religious harmony between Christians and Muslims in this most cosmopolitan of the Philippine cities. Marks the date when Zamboanga became a city.
FEAST OF OUR LADY OF CANDLES
every February 2 Jaro, Iloilo the largest and the most wealthy religious pageantry in Western Visayas.
TINAGBA FESTIVAL
FEBRUARY 11 IRIGA CITY CAMARINES SUR A harvest festival that coincides with the feast day of Our Ladyof Lourdes. Features a parade of colorful and grandiosely-decorated carabao carts.
MARCH
ARRIBADA FESTIVAL
first week of March in Donsol Sorsogon is a celebration welcoming the whale shark season and the blessings this season brings.
ARAW NG DABAW
March 10 - 16, Davao Del Sur. The celebration of Davao's Foundation Day as a Chartered City.
SINIGAYAN
every March 19 Sagas, Negros Occidental named after the native seashell. shell craft art is featured during the festival.
MORIONES
every Easter Sunday in Marinduque come the seven days of Holy Week, the people of the island take part in the age-old ritual of the Moriones. colorful warrior costumes are worn topped with finely carved masks portraying the violent Roman soldiers of Christ's time. All these are done to show the story of the conversions of Longuinus, the centurion who stabbed Jesus' side and his subsequent beheading.
HOMONHON LANDING
MARCH 16 SOUTHEASTERN SAMAR A pageant by the seashore re-enacting the discovery of the Philippines by Ferdinand Magellan.
FIRST MASS IN THE PHILIPPINES
MARCH 31 LI MASANA ISLAND SOUTHERN LEYTE Features a street pageant by the different municipalities.
APRIL
KALILANG
April 10-15 Marawi City, Lanao Del Sur. The charter anniversary celebration of Muslim culture including songs, dances, crafts and food.
KADAUGAN SA MACTAN
April 27, Cebu City. a reenactment of the battle of Mactan where Magellan's forces are defeated by Lapu-lapu and his warriors, resulting in the death of the Spanish explorer.
CASSAVA
Last week of April, Camotes, Islands, Cebu highlights the many uses of this root crop. Features cooking contests.
BINIRAYAN
late April in San Jose, Antique celebrates the reenactment of the landing of ten Borneo Datus in 13th Century.
MAY
RODEO FILIPINO
May 6 to 9, Masbate City. The highlight of Masbate's livestock week focusing on the importance of cattle raising to the island's economy.
BOLIBONG KINGKING
May 23-24 Loboc Bohol. A music and dance festival of folklore and traditions of Bohol. MANGO FESTIVAL a month long celebration in San Miguel, Guimaras to celebrate a good harvest of their main produce - mangoes, merry making is done every year at the front lawn of the Provincial Capitol Building
TAPUSAN
a month long celebration in Alitagtag, Batangas to honor the Holy Cross.
CARABAO CARROZA RACE
every 3rd day of May in Pavia, Iloilo the race features the fastest water buffalos (carabaos) in the area pulling bamboo carts.
ALINSANGAN BOA-BOA HAN
MAY 1 NABLA CAMARINES SUR A fertility festival of pagan origin.
MAGAYON FESTIVAL
MAY 1-31 MIT MAYON VOLCANO ALBAY Pays tribute to the beauty and power of regal Mayon Volcano.
PINEAPPLE FESTIVAL
MAY 1-31 DAET CAMARINES NORTE in honor of Daet's main crop, the Queen Formosa Pineapple, reputed to be the sweetest variety.
BANG KERO
LAST SUNDAY OF MAY PAGSANJAN, LAGUNA Flotilla of decorated boats (bancas) that also showcase the skills of Pagsanjan boatmen
JUNE
PILI FESTIVAL
June 20-29, Sorsogon. Street Dancing showcases the growth stages of Bicol's indigenous Pili nut.
MUDPACK FESTIVAL
every June 24 in Murcia, Negros Occidental oneness with nature is the underlying theme behind Murcias annual mud moving spectacle.
BUKLOG
from June 1 to 6 in Dipolog City, Zamboanga Del Norte features stationary dancing by native Subanons on three meter structures.
PINTADos FESTIVAL
TACLOBAN CITY Back duringpre-Hispanic years, tattoos denoted courage among the natives of Tacloban. These they symbolize a cultural revival, and are highlighted in a wild, wild fiesta called the Pintados. Town residents decorate themselves with body paint, imitating the warriors of old while dancing to the frantic beat of drums.
JULY
PINTA FLORES
every 1st of July in San Carlos City, Negros Occidental participants with floral-painted bodies dance through the streets.
SANDUGO FESTIVAL
3rd week of July, Tagbilaran City Bohol. The Spanish colonization of the Philippines began with a blood-sealed peace treaty on the shores of Bohol. The historic event is celebrated in Tagbilaran with an all out festivities. This festival features a parade of colorful costumes and street dancing.
KINABAYO FESTIVAL
JULY 25 DAPITAN CITY An exotic and colorful ageant re-enacting the panish-Moorish wars particularly the Battle of Covadonga where the Spanish forces under general Pelagio took their last stand against Saracan They were able to overturn the tide through the miraculous spirit of St James The addtion local color and modernism has made this annual revelry a popular attraction which brings thousands of visitors to the city.
AUGUST
KADAYAWAN SA BADAW
August 20-24, Davao City. This festival assures a weekend full of fun -tribal style. Watch as festivities reach a glorious peak on Saturday Morning when the Kadayawan parade is held featuring colorful ochid laden floats and more than a dozen ethnic groups dancing to the beat of the wooden drums.
KAAD LAW AN HAN SAMAR
AUGUST 11 CATBALOGAN, SAMAR Marks the celebration of Samars provincehood.
LUBI-LUBI
AUGUST 15 CALUBIAN, LEYTE Festivities in Calubian, Leyte, which focus on the various uses of coconut and its by products
BUYOGAN
AUGUST 19 ABUYOG (Bees buyog) depict the origin of the towns name in colorful dances.
SEPTEMBER
BONOK BONOK FESTIVAL & SLOP CAVE ADVENTURE
SEPTEMBER 9 SURIGAO CITY Behind Surigao's culture is its original tribal background. The Surigaonons go back to their roots this month as they celebrate their heritage with a loud, noisy street dancing parade.
PENAFRANCIA VIVA LA VIRGEN
SEPTEMBER 16 NAGA CITY CAMARINES SUR Bicol Region's largest celebration is an annual affair that combines religion with culture and tradition, all in a 9-day fiesta of biblical proportions. Stay until sundown for the stirring climax: the fluvial parade as it makes its way down the river, surrounded by a sea of glowing candles a fitting end to this truly spiritual occasion.
SARA KIKI
SEPTEMBER 18 CALBAYOG CITY SAMAR The Filipino passion for cockfighting is celebrated with dancing and costumes which mimic the movements and appearance of these brave birds.
OCTOBER
MASSKARA FESTIVAL
every 3rd week of October in Bacolod, Negros Occidental, elaborate, colorful and creatively done masks are worn by the locals of the City of Smiles as they dance on the streets to have fun and celebrate.
HERMOSA FESTIVAL
from October 1-12 in Zamboanga City all roads in Mindanao lead to Zamboanga as the City of Flowers celebrates its grand, annual Hermosa Festival, the Vintas, those colorful native sea boats, once again make their appearance in a fast paced race till you drop regatta. there's also wealth of cultural and flower shows art exhibits, and trade fairs. Its an all out celebration of life- Chavacano style.
LANZONES FESTIVAL
3rd week of October, Camiguin. The Lanzones festival in Mambaao is celebrated with weekend street dancing competition parties cultural shows, a parade and beauty pageant and a trade fair of local handicrafts and products. houses are ornamented with lanzones during this festival.
IBALONG
OCTOBER 6-12 LEGAZPI CITY ALBAY The festival depicts Bicol's early history and is named after an early hero of the region
BATTLE OF SURIGAO STRAIT
OCTOBER 25 SURGAO Commemorates the anniversary of the largest naval battle in history which took place during World War II.
LEYTE GULF LANDING
OCTOBER 20 PALO, LETTE Marks the anniversary of the Allied Forces landing on Red Beach and the famous return of General Douglas MacArthur to the Philippines
NOVEMBER
PYAGSAWITAN
3RD WEEK MARAGUSAN, COMPOSTELA VALLEY A thanksgiving festival that highlights the province's eco-tourism potential
DECEMBER
SAMBAT MASCARA Y REGATTA FESTIVAL
1st Saturday of December, Loay Bohol. The festival is held in honor of Saint Francis Javier Highlighted by a fluvial parade.
Thursday, September 26, 2013
RORO Vessel Travel Tips
Enjoy comfortable RORO travel with these helpful tips While traveling by the sea is a fine idea, quite a handful of passengers suffer from seasickness, a condition stemming from a conflict in your sensory signals.
This happens when your inner ear's balance center tells your brain that you are movie, but your other senses feel that your body is still. Ergo, you may feel dizzy or nauseous, and before you know it, the trip isn't that fun anymore.
Seasickness can be such a hassle, but you wouldn't have to worry about it if you practice these preventive measures;
This happens when your inner ear's balance center tells your brain that you are movie, but your other senses feel that your body is still. Ergo, you may feel dizzy or nauseous, and before you know it, the trip isn't that fun anymore.
Seasickness can be such a hassle, but you wouldn't have to worry about it if you practice these preventive measures;
- Avoid taking alcohol drinks before your trip. Alcohol will make you feel uneasy, especially when the ship starts moving. Drink water instead.
- Eat moderate amount of food. Consuming too much food may trigger nausea, while starving yourself will only increase the acid levels in your stomach.
- Keep a stash of mints. Pop a mint into your mouth when you start feeling nauseous. Mints have calming effects, plus itreplaces the bad taste in your mouth.
- Go out on the deck and get as much fresh air as you can. Spending too much time inside the cabin can make youfeel dizzy.
- An hour before you get onboard, take a safe antivertigo tablet that combats sea sickness, and will keep you in tiptop shape for 24 hours. Now you can look forward to a nausea free island to island trip.
Thy Womb shot in Tawi-Tawi, Philippines
Agriculture, fishing, and agar-agar farming are the leading source of livelihood of the people of Tawi-Tawi, with quite a number engaged in the barter trade business. Copra is the top agricultural produce, followed by root crops, fruits, and vegetables.
Tawi-Tawi is an island province of the Philippines located in the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM). The capitals of Tawi-Tawi are Bongao and Panglima Sugala. The province is the southernmost of the country sharing sea borders with the Malaysian State of Sabah and the Indonesian East Kalimantan province. To the northeast lies the province of Sulu and to the west is Sabah in Malaysia. Tawi-Tawi also covers some islands in the Sulu Sea to the northwest, the Cagayan de Tawi-Tawi Island and the Turtle Islands, just 20 kilometers away from Sabah.
The main island of Tawi Tawi supports many endemic species and subspecies of vertebrates, invertebrates and plants unique to this island, plus some that are only shared with Sulu Province. These include the Tawi Tawi Brown-dove, the Sulu Hornbill and the Sulu Bleeding-heart, although this latter species may already be extinct. The rapid expansion of human settlements into forested areas together with clearance for agriculture in the last few decades has dramatically reduced the available habitat for most of the endemic species, many of which are now considered 'Critically Endangered' by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature.
Tawi-Tawi is an island province of the Philippines located in the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM). The capitals of Tawi-Tawi are Bongao and Panglima Sugala. The province is the southernmost of the country sharing sea borders with the Malaysian State of Sabah and the Indonesian East Kalimantan province. To the northeast lies the province of Sulu and to the west is Sabah in Malaysia. Tawi-Tawi also covers some islands in the Sulu Sea to the northwest, the Cagayan de Tawi-Tawi Island and the Turtle Islands, just 20 kilometers away from Sabah.
The main island of Tawi Tawi supports many endemic species and subspecies of vertebrates, invertebrates and plants unique to this island, plus some that are only shared with Sulu Province. These include the Tawi Tawi Brown-dove, the Sulu Hornbill and the Sulu Bleeding-heart, although this latter species may already be extinct. The rapid expansion of human settlements into forested areas together with clearance for agriculture in the last few decades has dramatically reduced the available habitat for most of the endemic species, many of which are now considered 'Critically Endangered' by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature.
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
DAVAO DEL SUR AT A GLANCE
Davao is one of the largest cities in the world in terms of land area. But more than the vast expanse of land, Davao boast of cultural, commercial and natural resources that make it one of the most visited destinations in the southerns part of the Philippines. A whole range of adventure activities also draw tourists and weekenders to this province.
ADVENTURES IN DAVAO
Contents
1 ADVENTURES IN DAVAO
2 FOOD TRIP
3 LOCAL FINDS
4 BOARD AND LODGING
While in Davao, try one of the most popular adventure activities in Santa Cruz, Davao Del Sur, white water tubing (Php 200) down the Sibulan River in Bgy. Darong. The whole route takes two hours to complete.
After tubing adventure, buy the famous fruit of Davao — durian sold a kilo for only Php 25, the arancillo variety which they sold for Php 40 People’s Park, a four—hectare leisure zone which opened in 2008, is located at the heart of the city 5 and has become popular among tourists influence of Chinese culture remains apparent in the temples that dot the city and its outskirts.
The Long Hua Temple or the Temple of the Dragon (Cabaguio St.). Admission is also free and it is open from 7:30am until 4:30pm every day. The Taoist Temple (RGA Village between Dakudao and Cabaguio Avenues), with its red pagoda made of bricks.
It used to be one of the tallest buildings but now the temple is obscured by the growing number of building structures within its vicinity. Tthe Philippine Eagle Research and Nature Center (tel. no. 082-224-3021, Php 50 admission fee, open every day 8am — 5pm). The center features the largest eagles not only in the country but also in the world.
This endangered specie considers the center their sanctuary, living longer housed in the center than in their natural habitat. To reach the center, go to the bus terminal located between San Pedro and E. Qiirino Sts. and ride the bus (45mins.) going to Calinan.
Trekking at Mt. Apo National Park for a fee. From the research center, further south, is the Malagos Garden Resort. Matina Town Square or MTS (F. Torres St.) to unwind and meet up with some friends.
MTS is bursting with nightlife activities — bars with live music and coffee shops abound, but only until 2am. This is the curfew set in the city. Eden Nature Park (tel. no. 0918-9307590 Php 450 admission fee inclusive of buffet) in your itinerary.
FOOD TRIP
Kusina Davaw in San Pedro St.
Dencia's in Gen. Luna St.
Kuya Ed's in A. Pichon St.
Buffet Plaza in JP Laurel st.
Tsuru Restaurant in J. Camus St.
Claude's Cafe in Rizal St.
De Bonte Koe in Habana Complex
Jack's Ridge Santiago St.
LOCAL FINDS
Lola Ambon's in Matina Aldevino Shopping Mall
BOARD AND LODGING
Sampaguita Tourist Inn Php 1,000 per night
Regency Inn
Villa Margarita
Casa Leticia
Royal Mandaya Hotel
Grand Regal Hotel
Marco Polo Hotel
ADVENTURES IN DAVAO
Contents
1 ADVENTURES IN DAVAO
2 FOOD TRIP
3 LOCAL FINDS
4 BOARD AND LODGING
While in Davao, try one of the most popular adventure activities in Santa Cruz, Davao Del Sur, white water tubing (Php 200) down the Sibulan River in Bgy. Darong. The whole route takes two hours to complete.
After tubing adventure, buy the famous fruit of Davao — durian sold a kilo for only Php 25, the arancillo variety which they sold for Php 40 People’s Park, a four—hectare leisure zone which opened in 2008, is located at the heart of the city 5 and has become popular among tourists influence of Chinese culture remains apparent in the temples that dot the city and its outskirts.
The Long Hua Temple or the Temple of the Dragon (Cabaguio St.). Admission is also free and it is open from 7:30am until 4:30pm every day. The Taoist Temple (RGA Village between Dakudao and Cabaguio Avenues), with its red pagoda made of bricks.
It used to be one of the tallest buildings but now the temple is obscured by the growing number of building structures within its vicinity. Tthe Philippine Eagle Research and Nature Center (tel. no. 082-224-3021, Php 50 admission fee, open every day 8am — 5pm). The center features the largest eagles not only in the country but also in the world.
This endangered specie considers the center their sanctuary, living longer housed in the center than in their natural habitat. To reach the center, go to the bus terminal located between San Pedro and E. Qiirino Sts. and ride the bus (45mins.) going to Calinan.
Trekking at Mt. Apo National Park for a fee. From the research center, further south, is the Malagos Garden Resort. Matina Town Square or MTS (F. Torres St.) to unwind and meet up with some friends.
MTS is bursting with nightlife activities — bars with live music and coffee shops abound, but only until 2am. This is the curfew set in the city. Eden Nature Park (tel. no. 0918-9307590 Php 450 admission fee inclusive of buffet) in your itinerary.
FOOD TRIP
Kusina Davaw in San Pedro St.
Dencia's in Gen. Luna St.
Kuya Ed's in A. Pichon St.
Buffet Plaza in JP Laurel st.
Tsuru Restaurant in J. Camus St.
Claude's Cafe in Rizal St.
De Bonte Koe in Habana Complex
Jack's Ridge Santiago St.
LOCAL FINDS
Lola Ambon's in Matina Aldevino Shopping Mall
BOARD AND LODGING
Sampaguita Tourist Inn Php 1,000 per night
Regency Inn
Villa Margarita
Casa Leticia
Royal Mandaya Hotel
Grand Regal Hotel
Marco Polo Hotel
CAGAYAN DE ORO GATEWAY TO MINDANAO
The rushing rapids in Cagayan de Oro has made the province popular for white water rafting. Located in the northern part of Mindanao. Cagayan de Oro is the Gateway to Mindanao for its strategic location and readily available transportation facilities.
Contents
1 NATURE ADVENTURE
2 FOOD TRIP
3 LOCAL FINDS
4 Cagayan de Oro BOARD AND LODGING
5 GETTING AROUND
NATURE ADVENTURE
cdoTake a stroll along Plaza Divisoria one of the busiest district in the city during weekends. Here you can haggle with locals and tourists shopping for cheap finds. Experience white water rafting organized by Rafting Adventure Philippines for Php 700.00 for beginners and Php 1,000 for advanced course. Best enjoyed from January to June when rapids are more technical. Guided tour to Macahambus Cave this cave serves as a refuge to Filipino soldiers during the Philippine American war. Cost is Php 500 per person. Goto Malasag Eco Tourism Village, a 7 hectare botanical garden with a museum and replicas of tribal houses in the region.
FOOD TRIP
Inilog Grill serves eat all you can rice, grilled pork, chicken, seafood.
Floating River Restaurant in Carmen Bridge for a Php 250 pesos per head buffet.
Consuelo Restaurant popular in sizzling steaks and sizzling spaghetti.
Open air restaurant in Plaza Divisoria
LOCAL FINDS
Cashew nuts
Pastel Jamon
Cagayan de Oro BOARD AND LODGING
Natures Pensionne (T): 0888572274
Grand City Hotel (T): 0888571900
Pryce Plaza Hotel (T): 0888583111
GETTING AROUND
Taxi flag-down rate Php 30 Tricycle that can accommodate 7 persons Local jeepneys are available Local Bus Lines bound for Cotabato City also available
Contents
1 NATURE ADVENTURE
2 FOOD TRIP
3 LOCAL FINDS
4 Cagayan de Oro BOARD AND LODGING
5 GETTING AROUND
NATURE ADVENTURE
cdoTake a stroll along Plaza Divisoria one of the busiest district in the city during weekends. Here you can haggle with locals and tourists shopping for cheap finds. Experience white water rafting organized by Rafting Adventure Philippines for Php 700.00 for beginners and Php 1,000 for advanced course. Best enjoyed from January to June when rapids are more technical. Guided tour to Macahambus Cave this cave serves as a refuge to Filipino soldiers during the Philippine American war. Cost is Php 500 per person. Goto Malasag Eco Tourism Village, a 7 hectare botanical garden with a museum and replicas of tribal houses in the region.
FOOD TRIP
Inilog Grill serves eat all you can rice, grilled pork, chicken, seafood.
Floating River Restaurant in Carmen Bridge for a Php 250 pesos per head buffet.
Consuelo Restaurant popular in sizzling steaks and sizzling spaghetti.
Open air restaurant in Plaza Divisoria
LOCAL FINDS
Cashew nuts
Pastel Jamon
Cagayan de Oro BOARD AND LODGING
Natures Pensionne (T): 0888572274
Grand City Hotel (T): 0888571900
Pryce Plaza Hotel (T): 0888583111
GETTING AROUND
Taxi flag-down rate Php 30 Tricycle that can accommodate 7 persons Local jeepneys are available Local Bus Lines bound for Cotabato City also available
BLISSFUL IN BOHOL
The 10th largest island in the Philippines, Bohol is a destination that offers a lot of options for cultural immersion, as well as adventure for tourists and locals alike. Getting there is quite easy, being one of the most visited island provinces in the Philippines, regular flights are available from Manila and Cebu. But this is about how to get there via the RORO vessels.
Contents
1 TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
2 FOOD TRIP
3 LOCAL FINDS
4 BOARD AND LODGING
5 GETTING AROUND
From Cebu we arrived at Tubigon port after 2 hours via RORO. And we began our adventure. We took a 15 minute bus ride from Tubigon to Calape where the replica of San Sebastian Church is located. Then 45 minutes away is the town of Loon where another church is built from corals and lime stones. Off we went again passing by the town of Maribojoc then to The Capital City of Bohol, Tagbilaran. Churches to visit when in Bohol
Tagbilaran Cathedral
Baclayon Church
Maribijoc Church
Duero Church
Sta. Monica Church
Loay Church
Calape Church
Dimiao Church
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
The Chocolate Hills is the most famous tourist attraction in Bohol, scientifically believed to be weathered formations of limestone rocks, and coral reef deposits. The Chocolate Hills Complex is where the view deck is and requires 213 steps up to get to the top. On the ground you can rent a motorcycle for 250 pesos to take a closer look at the foot of the hills. Other attraction is a cruise at the Loboc River it costs 300 pesos per person to experience a house boat ride with floating restaurant which offering a buffet. When on this cruise you will be able tosee the Tontonan Falls while you can only reach the Busay falls using small boats which are also available in the area. Then there is Panglao Island. With its fine white sand, Panglao Beach is among the best in Bohol. You can stay in Amorita Beach Resort for 6,000 - 12,000 pesos per night.
FOOD TRIP
MR Restaurant (Tagbilaran)
Garden Cafe
Cafe Olegario (Loay)
LOCAL FINDS
Handicrafts
Peanut Kisses
Calamay
Chokolate de Bohol
BOARD AND LODGING
Soledad Suites Php 3200.00 per night
Villa Alzhun Tourist Inn Php 1,900.00 per night
Meridian Hotel Php 1,150.00 per night
GETTING AROUND
There are several RORO ports in Bohol 1. Tagbilaran, 2. Tubigon, 3. Talibon 4. Jagna. From Tubigon tricycle and jeepneys will take you to Tagbilaran City. The most common mode of transportation are tricycle, multicab and taxi. If you plan on visiting other town there are buses and vans for hire.
Contents
1 TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
2 FOOD TRIP
3 LOCAL FINDS
4 BOARD AND LODGING
5 GETTING AROUND
From Cebu we arrived at Tubigon port after 2 hours via RORO. And we began our adventure. We took a 15 minute bus ride from Tubigon to Calape where the replica of San Sebastian Church is located. Then 45 minutes away is the town of Loon where another church is built from corals and lime stones. Off we went again passing by the town of Maribojoc then to The Capital City of Bohol, Tagbilaran. Churches to visit when in Bohol
Tagbilaran Cathedral
Baclayon Church
Maribijoc Church
Duero Church
Sta. Monica Church
Loay Church
Calape Church
Dimiao Church
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
The Chocolate Hills is the most famous tourist attraction in Bohol, scientifically believed to be weathered formations of limestone rocks, and coral reef deposits. The Chocolate Hills Complex is where the view deck is and requires 213 steps up to get to the top. On the ground you can rent a motorcycle for 250 pesos to take a closer look at the foot of the hills. Other attraction is a cruise at the Loboc River it costs 300 pesos per person to experience a house boat ride with floating restaurant which offering a buffet. When on this cruise you will be able tosee the Tontonan Falls while you can only reach the Busay falls using small boats which are also available in the area. Then there is Panglao Island. With its fine white sand, Panglao Beach is among the best in Bohol. You can stay in Amorita Beach Resort for 6,000 - 12,000 pesos per night.
FOOD TRIP
MR Restaurant (Tagbilaran)
Garden Cafe
Cafe Olegario (Loay)
LOCAL FINDS
Handicrafts
Peanut Kisses
Calamay
Chokolate de Bohol
BOARD AND LODGING
Soledad Suites Php 3200.00 per night
Villa Alzhun Tourist Inn Php 1,900.00 per night
Meridian Hotel Php 1,150.00 per night
GETTING AROUND
There are several RORO ports in Bohol 1. Tagbilaran, 2. Tubigon, 3. Talibon 4. Jagna. From Tubigon tricycle and jeepneys will take you to Tagbilaran City. The most common mode of transportation are tricycle, multicab and taxi. If you plan on visiting other town there are buses and vans for hire.
BANTAYAN AND CEBU SOJOURN
The center and the most populous area in the Visayas region is as cosmopolitan as any city can get. But Beyond The bustling city scene, Cebu still has a lot to offer to regular traveler. Apart from the rich culture of the island, there is another treasure that makes it one of the most visited provinces in the Philippines. Off coast of mainland Cebu lies the pristine and paradise island of Bantayan, my chosen destination for this travel story.
HERITAGE AND NATURE TRAIL
Contents
1 HERITAGE AND NATURE TRAIL
2 FOOD TRIP
3 LOCAL FINDS
4 BOARD AND LODGING
5 GETTING AROUND CEBU CITY
To get to Cebu, we decided to be more adventurous by doing the RORO route. We rode our way to Pilar, Sorsogon via the Philtranco Bus in Pasay terminal. After 12 hours of land travel we arrived at the wharf just in time for the 7am RORO trip to Aroroy, Masbate.
It took us 3 hours to get to the island of Masbate, from there we took a bus going to the Cawayan Port which is the jump-off point to Bogo, Cebu via RORO vessel. The ship leaves every 12 noon. And after 4 hours of being in the sea we arrived in Cebu.
A 20 minute tricycle ride from Bogo took us to Hagnaya Port. while there we rush to make travel arragements to Bantayan island. Ferry service is available from 5am to 6pm depending on the tides. In less than an hour our ferry arrived in Santa Fe, Bantayan Island.
According to a local guide, fare prices drop as much as 50% when the ferries happen to be on the port and scheduled to leave at the same time. We were not lucky during our trip.
From Santa Fe we rushed to our hotel and proceeded to the town of Bantayan at 15 pesos fare via jeepney. We saw well preserved old architechtures like churches and ancestral homes. A church made of coral stones, the Saints Peter and Paul church has remained intact after it was built during the Spanish era.
After the Bantayan town we make our way to Madridejos via motorcycle for hire for 300 pesos, there we visited the ruins of the Spanish Watchtower which means Bantayan got its name. We decided to call it a day and went backto our hotel in Santa Fe Beach Club their rates are as follows: 900 pesos to 1000 pesos for non-aircon rooms and 1,600 pesos - 7,000 pesos for air-conditioned rooms.
Off to Cebu via ferry from Bantayan to Hagnaya port then we took a bus to Cebu City.
The province of Cebu is abundant in heritage structures and churches that have stood the test of time. 2 to 3 hours bus ride for 75 pesos fare In Bogo there is the San VIcente Ferrer Church which was built during the american colonial period. In Danao 1 hour bus ride for 30 pesos is tha St. Tomas De Villanueva Church built in 1755 with coral stones architecture. The church has a very well preserved facade but the interior is already modern. In Liloan, we found a lot of old buildings, a spanish lighthouse, an american lighthouse built in 1904.
In Carcar one of the oldest town in Cebu lies St. Catherine Church which is the second oldest church in Cebu next to Saints Peter and Paul.
FOOD TRIP
DJungle in Bantayan
Carcar roasted pig
Larsian Food Palace in Osmena Circle
Sutukil in Mactan
LOCAL FINDS
Titay's Rosquillos
Danggit
Pork craklings
Crispy chicharon
BOARD AND LODGING
Sta. Fe Beach Club
(T):09189199101
Kota Beach
(T):0324389042
Marlin Beach Resort
(T):09173647027
Budyong Beach Resort
(T):0324385700
Yooneek Beach Resort
(T):09179993829
Sugar Beach Resort
The Islander cottage
Abaniko Beach Resort
(T):09192427622
GETTING AROUND CEBU CITY
IS NOT A PROBLEM THERE IS A JEEPNEY, BUS AND TAXI SERVICE TO TAKE YOU WHERE EVER YOU WANT TO GO. BUT IF YOU WANT ADVENTURE YOU CAN RENT A MOTORCYCLE AT DJUNGLE.
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HERITAGE AND NATURE TRAIL
Contents
1 HERITAGE AND NATURE TRAIL
2 FOOD TRIP
3 LOCAL FINDS
4 BOARD AND LODGING
5 GETTING AROUND CEBU CITY
To get to Cebu, we decided to be more adventurous by doing the RORO route. We rode our way to Pilar, Sorsogon via the Philtranco Bus in Pasay terminal. After 12 hours of land travel we arrived at the wharf just in time for the 7am RORO trip to Aroroy, Masbate.
It took us 3 hours to get to the island of Masbate, from there we took a bus going to the Cawayan Port which is the jump-off point to Bogo, Cebu via RORO vessel. The ship leaves every 12 noon. And after 4 hours of being in the sea we arrived in Cebu.
A 20 minute tricycle ride from Bogo took us to Hagnaya Port. while there we rush to make travel arragements to Bantayan island. Ferry service is available from 5am to 6pm depending on the tides. In less than an hour our ferry arrived in Santa Fe, Bantayan Island.
According to a local guide, fare prices drop as much as 50% when the ferries happen to be on the port and scheduled to leave at the same time. We were not lucky during our trip.
From Santa Fe we rushed to our hotel and proceeded to the town of Bantayan at 15 pesos fare via jeepney. We saw well preserved old architechtures like churches and ancestral homes. A church made of coral stones, the Saints Peter and Paul church has remained intact after it was built during the Spanish era.
After the Bantayan town we make our way to Madridejos via motorcycle for hire for 300 pesos, there we visited the ruins of the Spanish Watchtower which means Bantayan got its name. We decided to call it a day and went backto our hotel in Santa Fe Beach Club their rates are as follows: 900 pesos to 1000 pesos for non-aircon rooms and 1,600 pesos - 7,000 pesos for air-conditioned rooms.
Off to Cebu via ferry from Bantayan to Hagnaya port then we took a bus to Cebu City.
The province of Cebu is abundant in heritage structures and churches that have stood the test of time. 2 to 3 hours bus ride for 75 pesos fare In Bogo there is the San VIcente Ferrer Church which was built during the american colonial period. In Danao 1 hour bus ride for 30 pesos is tha St. Tomas De Villanueva Church built in 1755 with coral stones architecture. The church has a very well preserved facade but the interior is already modern. In Liloan, we found a lot of old buildings, a spanish lighthouse, an american lighthouse built in 1904.
In Carcar one of the oldest town in Cebu lies St. Catherine Church which is the second oldest church in Cebu next to Saints Peter and Paul.
FOOD TRIP
DJungle in Bantayan
Carcar roasted pig
Larsian Food Palace in Osmena Circle
Sutukil in Mactan
LOCAL FINDS
Titay's Rosquillos
Danggit
Pork craklings
Crispy chicharon
BOARD AND LODGING
Sta. Fe Beach Club
(T):09189199101
Kota Beach
(T):0324389042
Marlin Beach Resort
(T):09173647027
Budyong Beach Resort
(T):0324385700
Yooneek Beach Resort
(T):09179993829
Sugar Beach Resort
The Islander cottage
Abaniko Beach Resort
(T):09192427622
GETTING AROUND CEBU CITY
IS NOT A PROBLEM THERE IS A JEEPNEY, BUS AND TAXI SERVICE TO TAKE YOU WHERE EVER YOU WANT TO GO. BUT IF YOU WANT ADVENTURE YOU CAN RENT A MOTORCYCLE AT DJUNGLE.
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