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AREA CODE
(36)
CURRENCY
Philippine Peso (PHP1 =
US$0.02)
TOUCHDOWN
The best way to get
to the city center from the airport is by
tricycle — it’s cheap and the Kalibo
version is larger than the ones in Manila.
It can accommodate six adults, including
the driver.
SEE &DO
Enjoy a leisurely day in
Basang and Hurom-Hurom Cold Spring,
as you let the refreshing and cool flowing
water rejuvenate your senses. Or check
out the Bakhawan Eco-Park where you
can see mangroves and take in nature’s
bounty. For a romantic evening, head to
Sampaguita Gardens.
SLEEP
Find reasonable accommodations
at Marzon Hotel at Sta. Monica,
Andagao, Aklan.
Tel: +63 36 268 2188
EAT
For a sumptuous dinner, visit Coffee
Latte Café located at Andagao, Kalibo.
Don’t skip dessert!
SHOP
Go to the local market to shop for
native handicrafts and souvenirs. Buy
longganisa too!
MUST-TRY
Experience the Wild River in
Libacao, Aklan.
Edina T.
Ismael
government
employee
PHILIPPINES
KALIBO
LESTER LEDESMA
SAMUEL DE LEON
AREA CODE
(43)
CURRENCY
Philippine Peso (PHP1 =
US$0.02)
TOUCHDOWN
You can take a tricycle
from right outside the airport to the town
center for about PHP50, inclusive of tip.
To get around town, you either walk or
take tricycles, which are cheap and easy
to find.
SEE &DO
For sun worshippers, spend a
fun day at Grace Island Resort where you
can enjoy activities such as kayaking,
banana boat adventures, and zip lining.
For adventure seekers, head to Linaw
Baboy and Busay Falls but be sure that
you’re fit enough since you have to climb
a mountain to see the waterfalls.
SLEEP
Sikatuna Beach Hotel and
Restaurant has modern amenities.
MEALS
Try the Circle Food Center. The
food tastes great and the servings are
good for two to three persons.
MUST-TRY
Those with a sweet tooth
would love the pastillas made of pure
carabao’s milk.
SHOP
Don’t forget to bring home native
delicacies and handicrafts.
May Anne
V. Guillero
team lead
PHILIPPINES
SANJOSE
GEORGE CABIG
AREACODE
(36)
CURRENCY
Philippine Peso (PHP1 =
US$0.02)
TOUCHDOWN
You can find Capiz Cab
taxis waiting outside the arrival area of
the Roxas airport. Once you’re within
the city, the tricycle remains the primary
means of getting around.
Tel: +63 919
707 9224
SEE &DO
Visit one of the oldest
churches in Panay, the Immaculate
Conception Metropolitan Cathedral. You
can also take a leisurely walk along the
historical city bridge or the plaza area
where you can find a giant chess board.
At night, head to the beach and have
grilled seafood for dinner.
SLEEP
Stay at Roxas President’s Inn
along the corner of Rizal and Lopez
Jaena Streets.
Tel: +63 (36) 621 0208
EAT
If you are a seafood lover, the best
place to eat here is the Coco Veranda, a
beach restaurant and bar.
SHOP
Head to Balay Capisnon, just
near the cathedral, to buy beautiful and
creative Capiz-shell handicrafts.
MUST-TRY
All kinds of seafood. Taste the
scallops fresh from the sea.
Michelle
C. Balitaon
company trainer
PHILIPPINES
ROXAS
SAMUEL DE LEON
