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AREA CODE
(54)
CURRENCY
Philippine Peso (PHP1 =
US$0.02)
TOUCHDOWN
Naga City Airport is
about 12km away from the city center,
and is accessible by many modes
of transportation including bus, van,
jeepney and tricycle. You can also hire an
eight-seat kalesa to tour the city.
SEE &DO
Visit the Naga Metropolitan
Cathedral, the oldest cathedral in
southern Luzon, Our Lady of Peñafrancia
Shrine and San Francisco Church.
Walk along Magsaysay Avenue and
check out the bars and restaurants. Try
local specialties such as crispy
pata
and
laing
at Bob Marlin Restaurant & Grill.
SLEEP
Stay at Villa Caceres Hotel
located along Magsaysay Avenue.
SHOP
Bottled laing, Bicol Express,
and pili nut candies from J. Emmanuel
Pastries.
LOCAL SPEAK
“
Dios mabalos”
means
“
thank you”.
“
Masiramon”
means
“
delicious”.
EAT
Try local food available in
restaurants along Centro.
Brian
Enriquez
self-employed
PHILIPPINES
NAGA
SAMUEL DE LEON
AREA CODE
(52)
CURRENCY
Philippine Peso (PHP1 =
US$0.02)
TOUCHDOWN
Tricycles are available to
take you into and around Legazpi. From
the airport, you can easily hire a taxi to
take you to the city proper or directly to
your hotel or inn. Alternatively, you can
rent a van. It’s a good way to see the city.
SEE &DO
Marvel at the beauty of
the world-famous Mayon Volcano.
Be immersed in its history by visiting
the Cagsawa Ruins and the church of
Nuestra Señora de la Porteria. See the
breathtaking view of the city at night at
Embarcadero de Legazpi. Have dinner at
Gilian’s Sea Wharf Chef.
SLEEP
Casablanca Suites is strategically
located and offers free round-trip airport
transfer.
SHOP
For a wide selection of souvenirs,
go to Legazpi City Grand Terminal. Take
the jeep marked “Tahao Road” to get there.
EAT
Sumptuous Bicolano food at Sibid-
Sibid Food Park. Their seafood options
are definitely a good bet.
LOCAL SPEAK
“
Marhay na aga”
means
“
good morning”.
Ma.
Myra C.
Austero
civil servant
PHILIPPINES
LEGAZPI
LESTER LEDESMA
SAMUEL DE LEON
AREA CODE
(35)
CURRENCY
Philippine Peso (PHP1 =
US$0.02)
TOUCHDOWN
There are taxis to
help you get around the city, as well
as jeepneys and pedicabs (which are
powered by a bicycle). Once in town, you
can also rent a motorbike — a fun way to
get to where you need to go.
SEE &DO
Dumaguete is a perfect mix
of recreation and relaxation. For the
former, go north and explore Twin Lakes,
Sand Bar and Mabinay Caves. To relax,
go south and visit Antulang Resort and
Dauin. Hayahay, Labeled and Tiki bars
are among the best chill-out hubs all
located along Escano Street.
SLEEP
La Residencia al Mar along Rizal
Boulevard is best for a laid-back, homey
stay.
EAT
Try the treats and chill out with
friends at the Sans Rival Bistro, KRI or
Gabby’s Bistro.
MUST-TRY
Tour the century-old
buildings of Silliman, eat
puto
at Putohan
(
Public Market) and shop downtown!
INSIDER TIP
Save on transportation and
walk from one site to another.
Joel Sanico
Aba
bpo trainer,
blogger
PHILIPPINES
DUMAGUETE
HERSLEY VEN CASERO
