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CURRENCY
Philippine Peso (PHP1 = US$0.02)
TOUCHDOWN
Cebu Pacific runs a shuttle van
to town. Or you can take a taxi for PHP300 or
a cheaper jeepney service for PHP20. Taxis,
jeepneys, motorcycles and multi-cabs ply the
town proper.
BY DAY
If you’re feeling adventurous, you must go
whitewater rafting. It’s fun and very affordable. You
must also see the Gardens of Malasag Eco-Tourism
Village and appreciate its breathtaking scenery.
Bring a picnic basket and enjoy a relaxing day.
BY NIGHT
Visit CDO’s night market in DVsoria
on weekends for cheap finds, great food and the
occasional talent competition. On weeknights, you
can enjoy acoustic music and food at Loreto’s Bar
in Tomas Saco St.
SLEEP
If you are traveling with a group and on a
tight budget, try D’ Budgetel. For just PHP250 a
night, you get a dorm-type air-conditioned place to
stay in.
info@budgetel.ph
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CAGAYANDEORO
LESTER LEDESMA
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CURRENCY
Philippine Peso (PHP1 = US$0.02)
TOUCHDOWN
From the airport, you can hire a
taxi or van to take you to the city proper. Once in
the city, do as the Butuan residents do — hop on
the ubiquitous tricycle, still the main way to get
from place to place.
BYDAY
Have your pictures taken beside the
proud Balanghai Boat docked at the Old Narra
Hotel in Bading. Consider yourself lucky if there’s
a scheduled Balanghai boat ride in the serene
waters of Agusan River the day you’re in Butuan.
BYNIGHT
Drink thirst-quenching local and
imported beers at Boy’s. But if you want quiet
conversations with friends, go to Pizzeria Di
Italia near the City Hall and have a bite of their
delectable thin crust Quattro Stagioni pizza.
SLEEP
Red Palm Suites along Villa Kanangga
Road is decent and affordable. It is located right
at the back of the Provincial Capitol building and
near the Immaculate Conception Parish Church.
PHILIPPINES
BUTUAN
BOBBY TIMONERA
BESTDINNER
Gather your friends
and family to get the best barbeque in
town at Butcher’s Best.
INSIDERTIP
Have a different
experience and ride a
motorela
for
PHP7. It’s a fun way to explore CDO.
LOCALSPEAK
“Tagpila ni?”
means “How much is this?” and
“Walay hangyo?”
means “Can’t I get
a discount?”
BESTDINNER
The baby back
ribs at Priscilla City Guest House are a
must-try!
BESTBUYS
Nothing beats the
ukay-
ukay
sling bags and signature shirts at
Montilla Boulevard.
INSIDERTIP
It pays to be cordial in
giving your impressions of the city. Just
be honest and constructive; Butuanons
will love you for that.
Katheri Ann
Charcos
court attorney
Chito G.
Butardo
priest
06CA Smile
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