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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
Naga has seven historical
churches that date back over four
centuries. Commune with nature and
visit the hot springs up Carolina. You can
hire a taxi to take you up there. Take a
jeepney ride to Panicuason and check out
the hot springs.
SLEEP
Avenue Plaza Hotel is perfect for
business and leisure travelers.
EAT
Taste the best crispy
pata
(
deep fried
pork ) at Bob Marlin Restaurant & Grill, or
check out Bigg’s Diner for breakfast.
SHOP
Naga City People’s Mall is full
of the best that Bicol has to offer, from
handicrafts to delicacies.
MUST-TRY
Sample some local noodle
soup called kinalas at Kinalas Twin along
Dayangdang Street.
Carlo
Buenaflor
entrepreneur
PHILIPPINES
NAGA
RAYMOND CALACDAY
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(52)
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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, renting a
van is a good way to see the city.
SEE&DO
Head to the Legazpi Boulevard
if you’re up for a good walk. The sight
there is spectacular, whether it’s day
or night. Also, you shouldn’t miss the
historical Cagsawa Ruins, which will
complete your picture-perfect tour of
Legazpi.
SLEEP
Though a bit further away from
Legazpi, you can travel to the luxurious
Misibis Bay.
EAT
Small Talk Café is famous for its
fusion dishes like the Pasta Pinangat and
the Bicol Express Pasta.
SHOP
Embarcadero is not only known
for its shopping, but as a venue for family
bonding and fun as well.
INSIDER TIP
The best time to visit
Legazpi is during the Ibalong Festival in
August, so plan your holiday now!
Juan Silva
chef
PHILIPPINES
LEGAZPI
LESTER LEDESMA
SAMUEL DE LEON
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(35)
CURRENCY
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US$0.02)
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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
Enjoy the magnificent view
from the resto deck at the Balinsasayao
Twin Lakes Natural Park. Rent a boat
and take an enchanting ride at the
Balinsasayao Lake going to the shore,
where the viewing tower is located. Once
you’re there, climb up and enjoy the view.
SLEEP
Stay at the Sta Monica Beach
Club Resort in Brgy Banilad, Dumaguete.
EAT
Everyone will love the sans rival
and silvanas at the Sans Rival Cakes and
Pastries Restaurant.
SHOP
Buy fresh seafood at the
Dumaguete Public Market, also a good
spot to pick up souvenirs.
MUST-TRY
Dip in the warm waters of
Pulangbato Falls ("Red Rock" hot spring)
in Valencia, Dumaguete.
Ross Flores
Del Rosario
IT consultant,
social media
evangelist, blogger
PHILIPPINES
DUMAGUETE
HERSLEY VEN CASERO
