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AREA CODE
(68)
CURRENCY
Philippine Peso (PHP1 =
US$0.02)
TOUCHDOWN
There are no cabs in
Tawi-Tawi. Tricycles are everywhere,
however, especially in Bongao, the
capital. Drivers charge PHP15–20 per
5
km. To visit nearby islands, rent a
lantsa
(
small motorboat) for about PHP100.
SEE &DO
Visit the Majestic Bud Bongao
and experience the breathtaking view
of the island from the top. Stroll along
the white sand beaches just at the foot
of the mountain afterwards. And watch
the sunset from along the shores of the
Simandagit or Silisad beach. Have a fun
night out at a videoke bar like DanMar.
SLEEP
Stay at the Beach Side Inn Hotel
and Restaurant for convenience.
Tel: +63
2 268 1446
EAT
Try the chicken or beef satti at a
poblacion cafeteria for your breakfast.
Make sure to include pastil!
SHOP
Buy your souvenirs from Bongao
Souvenirs at NDB Nalil Facultyville, Nalil
Road Bongao, Tawi-Tawi.
MUST-TRY
Visit the Badjao Village to
experience the culture.
Carlo
Dela Rosa
Delfinado
cs administrator
PHILIPPINES
TAWI-TAWI
EDGAR ALAN ZETA YAP
SAMUEL DE LEON
AREA CODE
(62)
CURRENCY
Philippine Peso (PHP1 =
US$0.02)
TOUCHDOWN
From the airport, take a
jeepney (PHP7) or tricycle (PHP20–25)
to the
pueblo
(
city) as there are only a
few taxis. Plissap Rent-A-Car charges a
minimum of PHP150, and may be the
best way to go.
SEE &DO
Take an early morning swim
at the breathtaking LaVista del Mar, then
enjoy fresh seafood for breakfast in their
restaurant at an affordable price. Head to
the breezy Pasonanca park to enjoy the
famous tree house, and see the sights
at the nearby butterfly park, boy scout
village and bird sanctuary.
SLEEP
Get reasonably priced
accommodations at Lantaka Hotel.
Tel:
+63 62 991 2033
EAT
Enjoy a mix of international and local
cuisines for brunch at Garden Orchid Hotel.
For dinner, go to Patio de Palmeras.
SHOP
Get lovely sea-inspired
accessories for you and your home from
stores all around the city.
MUST-TRY
Feel like a true Zamboangueño.
Go shopping at the local barter center.
Ella Mae
D.G. Cruz
medical student
PHILIPPINES
ZAMBOANGA
Brillante Mendoza's
Thy Womb
was
filmed in Tawi-Tawi.
DIDYOU
KNOW?
