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President, North Philippines Visitors BureauAVP for Marketing, NLEX Corporation

NORTH PHILIPPINES VISITORS BUREAU (NPVB)

Publisher

GRACE AYENTOPresident, NPVB

AVP for Marketing, NLEX Corporation

GRETCHEN FILARTEditor-in-Chief

KARA SANTOSContributing writer

MARTIN SAN DIEGOPhotographer

We travel far up North for this issue! The perfect weather and friendly locals from the sitios of Stonehill, Botiw-tiw, and Sadjap (also known as

Stobosa) made Barangay Balili in La Trinindad, Benguet a perfect destination for this last quarter of the year. The postcard-worthy view of the Cordillera mountain range, balmy breeze and vast forests afforded us the comfort of both home and vacation.

Also featured is the sixth Lakbay Norte media tour that brought us to the rice granary center that is Nueva Ecija and the island hopping destinations of Cagayan Valley. Both places opened windows of exciting agricultural landscapes, rich history and culture and unparalleled peace that only the North offers. Truly, this experiential farm tour made us appreciate North Luzon’s bounty even more.

We hope that you will have as much pleasure reading this issue as we enjoyed putting all the B.E.S.T. (Buys, Eats, Stays, Tries) together, from this part of the North to you, our dear readers.

Happy trip up north!

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Northbound MagazineNorthbound Magazine is a free quarterly travel magazine published by the North Philippines Visitors Bureau (NPVB), a non-stock, non-profit organization founded by the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) Corporation in 2006. NPVB’s primary thrust is to promote Northern Luzon destinations, culture, and events.

ON THE COVERStoBoSa Hillside Homes Artwork, Benguet

Photographed by Martin San Diego

LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT


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NUEVA ECIJA & CAGAYAN

Lakbay Norte Goes to

On January 30, members of the country’s leading digital and print publications and blogs came together for a five-day exploration of Nueva Ecija and Cagayan with the Lakbay Norte 6. Lakbay

Norte is an annual media familiarization tour organized by the North Philippines Visitors Bureau (NPVB) that aims to promote the best-kept secrets of Northern Luzon, in partnership with the NLEX Corporation - concessionaire of NLEX/ SCTEX - Victory Liner, Inc., Nueva Ecija Convention and Visitors Association (NECVA), and Cagayan North Convention and Visitors Bureau (CNCVB).

With the help of its sponsors - Department of Tourism Regions 2 and 3, the provinces of Nueva Ecija and Cagayan North, Petron Corporation, Jollibee Foods Corporation, and Prifood Corporation – this year’s Lakbay Norte offered media participants the unique experience of immersing in the two provinces’ most top-rated food and travel destinations, proving how game-changing it is to travel up North.


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A guide to an epic journey to the Philippines’ Northeast

Words by GRETCHEN FILART DUBLIN / Images by MARTIN SAN DIEGO

CAGAYAN

A trip to Cagayan is not for the fainthearted. Located roughly 500 kilometers from the Philippine capital, this massive coastal province in Northeastern Luzon entails a butt-numbing 10 to

12-bus ride, plus an additional hour or two to reach its islands off coast - a journey that is no less nerve-wracking.

Travelers sometimes choose not to visit the province due to distance, but for the brave, coming here proves to be one epic adventure filled with gastronomical delights, natural and man-made wonders and a rich history that make the long travel time truly worth it.

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MAPURAO BEACH Located in San Vicente, Jerolynda’s White Beach Resort and Restaurant can be visited on the way to Anguib Beach and Palaui Island or vice-versa. It offers white sand and clear, kid-friendly water. Boats pass by a lush mangrove forest to and from the beach. On site, you will be served toothsome seafood dishes that are cooked straight from sea to table.

ANGUIB BEACH Anguib Beach’s cream-colored, agoho-lined shores span around two kilometers long, with one tip ending in a forested hill. Guests can enjoy glamping, swimming, or just lazing around in a hammock by the trees. The beach is accessible after a one-hour boat ride from the port, depending on water conditions.

PUNTA VERDEAddress: Palaui Island, Sta. Ana, CagayanResting on Palaui Island’s southeastern tip, Punta Verde serves as a boat dock and camping ground for visitors who would like to stay the night. From Punta Verde, the nearly six-kilometer hike to Cape Engano takes around three to four hours. There is also a waterfall nearby.

PALAUI ISLAND Palaui Island is arguably the most famous of Cagayan’s attractions - and for good reason. Entailing a two-hour boat ride through the Philippine Sea’s tempestuous waters, this remote 7,145-hectare island in the Philippines’ extreme northeast boasts several hiking trails through rich forests, including one that leads to an 18th -century lighthouse on a hill. Considered a National Marine Reserve, the water surrounding the island is home to 21 fish species and 50 hectares of unspoiled coral reef.

It is also home to several species of wood, shrubs and other endemic flora and migratory birds. Because of its raw beauty, the island has served as a location for the TV series Survivor and is one of CNN’s 100 Best Beaches Around the World.

CAPE ENGANO LIGHTHOUSEAddress: Cape Engano, Palaui Island, Sta. Ana, CagayanOpposite Punta Verde, Cape Engaño Lighthouse - or Faro de Cabo Engaño - sits on the southwest tip of Palaui Island, accessible after a scenic 15-minute hike up a 229-step hill. Built in 1892, the lighthouse is an acclaimed National Cultural Treasure. From the lighthouse, guests enjoy a bird’s eye view of the island’s westerly cove, Dos Hermanas Islands and Babuyan Island north of the cove.

LYCEUM OF APARRI Lyceum of Aparri is considered one of the most competitive institutions in the entire Cagayan Valley.

CAGAYAN STATE UNIVERSITY FARMApart from being the “largest station institution of higher learning in the Cagayan Valley Region”, Cagayan State University (CSU) is also recognized for its extensive farm in Piat. At the CSU Farm, visitors can mingle with friendly sheep and goats and learn how to milk cows firsthand.

CAGAYAN PROVINCIAL CAPITOL Cagayan’s provincial capitol is home to the provincial museum, capitol building and administrative seat.

BUNTUN BRIDGEThe Philippines’ second longest bridge (after San Juanico Bridge), Buntun Bridge spans 1.1 kilometers and serves as the gateway to Tuguegarao. Made of 240-foot Japanese steel, it connects Tuguegarao to Apayao. Built in the 60s over the mighty Cagayan River, the bridge offers an unobstructed vista of the country’s largest river basin.

MAGAPIT BRIDGELike Buntun Bridge, the Magapit Suspension Bridge runs across the Cagayan River. Also called the Golden Gate of Cagayan, it links the river’s eastern and western side.

IMPORTANT LANDMARKS AND ATTRACTIONS

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BALAI CARMELAOnly three kilometers from Tuguegarao Airport, Balai Carmela is an ideal base for families, big groups and couples who plan on seeing the capital and adjacent towns. The hotel offers spacious Balinese-inspired rooms, suites and dorm-type accommodations with air conditioning, TV and free WiFi. After a tour, rejuvenate with in-room massage, take a dip in an outdoor pool, or indulge in sumptuous Asian dishes at Troy’s Bar and Cafe.

RIVERVIEW ROYALE HOTEL A new player in Aparri’s budding hotel industry, Riverview Royale Hotel is praised for its clean, well-furnished rooms and impeccable service. Only 2.5 kilometers away from the city center, this three-storey hotel puts you close to Aparri’s best dining facilities and important landmarks, such as CSU. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, cable TV, en suite shower, towels, and free WiFi.

HOTEL DIANSuitable for both business and leisure travelers, Hotel Dian features plenty of recreational facilities: a fitness center, karaoke, coffee shop, bar, restaurant (with 24-hour room service), massage, and spa. Pet-loving guests will be happy to know that pets are welcome in the property too. All rooms are non-smoking and are fitted with a mini bar, plus complimentary WiFi access.

CONTACT FOR PALAUI ISLAND TOURSta. Ana Motorized Boat AssociationAddress: San Vicente Port,Sta. Ana, CagayanContact Number: +63915- 4670964

Island hopping rates: P500 to P3,500 per boat (maximum of 8 passengers)Crocodile Island – P500Pugo Moro – P500Punta Verde – P1000 Anguib Beach – P1500Siwangag Cove – P1500Cape Engano – P1800Puzurubo – P1800

POTTERY MAKING VILLAGEBarangay Atulu in Iguig is known for its beautiful churches and pottery crafted by local artisans, the Itawis. They barehandedly shape vases, garden wares and ornate pieces using clay from the Cagayan River and simple implements such as wood blocks, kilns, carabao dung (for fuel), and makeshift stoves.

CAGAYAN MUSEUMTake a trip back into time at the Cagayan Provincial Museum and Historical Research Center. Situated within the provincial capitol and about five kilometers from the city center, the museum houses local artifacts, heirloom pieces and wares from the valley, as well as fossils of animals that once inhabited the region. It also details the discovery of the Callao Man, whose 67,000-year old remains were discovered in Callao Cave in Peñablanca.

BASILICA MINORE DE NUESTRA SENORA DE PIAT (OUR LADY OF PIAT CHURCH)Named the “Pilgrimage Center of the North”, Piat Church is one of 12 minor basilicas in the country and features a beautiful four-level belfry. It houses a 407-year old Black Virgin Mary that is said to be miraculous. Also called Yena Tam Ngamin (The Mother of Us All) and Apo Baket (The Venerable Matriarch), the church’s icon was transported in the 1600s from Macau.

ST. PETER METROPOLITAN CATHEDRAL PARISH (TUGUEGARAO CATHEDRAL)Dating back to the 18th century, the Tuguegarao Cathedral is known for its “Cagayan-style” pediment, which is distinctly crested like many other churches in Cagayan Valley. This baroque church is one of the largest in the region and serves as the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Tuguegarao.

ST. PHILOMENE CHURCHAddress: Maharlika Highway, Alcala, CagayanContact number: (078) 848 1917Twenty meters long and 12.5 meters high, St. Philomene Church is Tuguegarao’s biggest brick church and the Philippines’ widest. Built by Spanish friars in 1881, its distinct features include its red brick design, a newly refurbished tile floor, and a belfry situated next to St. Philomene Academy.

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TRADITIONAL FILIPINO CUISINEFor traditional Filipino flavors, head to Chelsea’s Diner in Aparri. Seated along the highway, this cozy 70-seater restaurant serves Western and Filipino specialties, including sumptuous crispy pata and sweet and sour fish. Offering cocktails and beers, it is also well-suited for unwinding after work or tours.

If you prefer more rustic accommodations, visit Jaja’s Resto Grill along San Vicente Road. Serving both Ybanag and traditional Filipino meals, it is well known for its papaitan, pancit batil patong and sisig liempo.

Chelsea’s DinerCagayan Valley Road, Aparri, Cagayan Jaja’s Resto Grill3514 Santa Ana, Cagayan

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PUTOFLANTuguegarao's version of puto, putoflan is a rice cake that uses flour and egg yolk for the muffin and a soft leche flan base.

Where to get it: Seguro Snack Hauz in Gattaran

SINANTAPancit batil patong not your cup of tea? Try sinanta. An Ybanag soup, it consists of sotanghon and miki noodles, chicken, clams, pork, and fish sauce. Best eaten alongside a warm cup of coco and a rice cake called pinakufu.

Where to get it: Food stalls across Cagayan

LUMOTAs a coastal province, there is no short-age of edible seaweeds in Cagayan. A popular one is lumot, so called for it algae-like consistency. Lumot is often paired with grilled or fried fish and seafood.

Where to get it: Jerolynda White Beach Resort in Sta. Ana

CHICHACARABAOIf you prefer your chicharon lean, grab a pack of chicarabao. Airy, light and fat-free, chichacarabao is made by deep-frying square cuts of carabao skin. Choose from three awesome flavors: garlic, hot and spicy, and onion and vinegar.

Where to get it: Lighthouse Cooperative Ybanag Food Products, Tuguegarao

PAWAAnother Cagayan kakanin worth noting is pawa, a glutinous rice cake with sweet ground peanuts. Available in bite-size pieces, you can find this steamed delicacy in stalls surrounding Piat Church.

Where to get it: Modest stalls around Piat Church in Centro, Piat

MILK CANDIESDrop by the towns of Alcala and Lal-lo for a taste of their signature milk candies. Crafted using carabao beef, these bite-size candies can be extremely addicting.

Where to get it: Stalls in Lal-lo and Alcala

PANCIT BATIL PATONGWhen it comes to Cagayan’s culinary wonders, there is nothing more famous than pancit batil patong (sometimes spelled as patung). This unique noodle dish is made using Tuguegarao’s signature pancit miki noodles, sauteed in beef and thick egg broth. Toppings, including ground carabao beef, vegetables, and poached egg are added last, along with a second round of broth. Add a tablespoon of chopped onion and special vinegar for a truly authentic pancit batil patong experience.

Where to get it: Various food stalls in Gattaran, Aparri and Tuguegarao, such as Win-Mae Panciteria, sell the dish. Some carinderia in Lal-Lo use sotanghon instead of miki.

YBANAG LONGGANISATuguegarao’s take on the famous Pinoy breakfast favorite, Ybanag longganisa is made from pork or carabao beef mixed with garlic tidbits. Bring home some and slow-fry to a crisp.

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NUEVA ECIJAMore than rice fields

I will be dead honest. Prior to the Lakbay Norte 6 trip, whenever someone mentioned Nueva Ecija as a weekend destination, the first thing that came to mind was, “Nueva Ecija? Isn't it just rice

fields and nothing else?”

During our two-day exploration of the province, I learned that one really shouldn't judge from what is often heard, but keep an open eye for new discoveries. Here are some for starters.

Words by GRETCHEN FILART DUBLIN / Images by MARTIN SAN DIEGO


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HERD SHEEP AT PMP PARADISE FARM AND RESORTAddress: Brgy. Nazareth Road, General Tinio, Nueva Ecija Contact number: (044) 4631233

Time moves slowly as you explore the tree-fringed, 250-hectare property of PMP Paradise Farm and Resort in General Tinio. A carabao-drawn cart takes guests around

HIKE, SWIM, OR GO ON A RIVER CRUISE IN MINALUNGAO NATIONAL PARK.

LEARN ABOUT NUEVA ECIJA’S RICH FARMING HISTORY IN NFA GRAINS INDUSTRY MUSEUMAddress: Cabanatuan City, Nueva EcijaPhone number: (044) 4631233Entrance fee: donationOpen: 8:00 am to 5:00pm

At the newly opened NFA Grains Industry Museum, you will learn all about the history and evolution of Nueva Ecija’s main industry – farming – from the olden times to the modern. On display are farming equipment, grain types, elaborate dioramas of farming, and an intricate mosaic of the Last Supper, created purely using rice grains.

The museum sits from the street across the highway en route to Cabanatuan. Drop by before or after dining in nearby Robinson’s Mall.

the farm, a trip that culminates in a grassland where hundreds of sheep freely graze. Learn how to herd sheep with guided lessons from the farm’s sheep herders.

Savor all-organic fare - like nilupak and palitaw – made fresh from farm to table or get on a bamboo raft and try your hand at catching a tilapia or two from the pond. You can also ride a pony and set off to the sunset.

Address: Minalungao National Park, Minalungao Trail, General Tinio, Nueva Ecija Phone number: (056) 606 3352 Rates:•Entrance fee: P20•Zipline: P50 (one way); P100 (back and forth)•Bamboo raft: P100 to P600, depending on raft size

A stark contrast to the flatlands that dominate Nueva Ecija, Minalungao National Park features lofty limestone rocks and an emerald river that glistens in the summer.

There are floating huts available for picnics, as well as native rafts for river cruising. Swimming and cliff jumping can be done all throughout the year. If you love hiking, cross the hanging bridge and take a thousand steps up a hill. On the way back, ride the zipline and fly over the Peñaranda River.

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HOTEL CONSUELOAddress: Maharlika highway, Santa Rosa, Nueva EcijaContact number: (044) 4560394

Built along Maharlika Highway, a stay at Hotel Consuelo makes sidetrips to nearby malls, dining outfits and attractions easy. This three-storey hotel offers spacious rooms with toiletries, towels, private bathroom, air conditioning with hot and cold shower, and compli-mentary breakfast. Some also have private balconies and a guest area in the common hall.

You can get decent rooms that start under P1,000.

HARVEST HOTELAddress: 1179 Del Pilar Street, Cabanatuan City, Nueva EcijaContact numbers: (044) 950 8888/ +63917 539 6125Website: www.theharvesthotel.com

If you don’t mind spending a little more, book a room at Harvest Hotel. The only 4-star hotel in the province, you can expect a luxurious stay, unparalleled service and choice rooms that are bigger than any other in the city. Rooms and suites are furnished with flat-screen TV with cable, clothes rack and hair dryer, mini bar, fridge, marble bathroom and toilet, and designer toiletries. Though Harvest Hotel is a favorite among corporate guests, it also has a large following among leisure travelers because of its amenities: swimming pool, banquet facilities, gym, and a restaurant serving international fare both indoors and al-fresco. The buffet breakfast is specially notable, consist-ing of diverse items like bototay and Western dishes.

Rooms range from P2,300 to P5,000+.

TOP STAR HOTELAddress: PCG Building, KM 112, Maharlika Highway, Brgy. H. Concepcion, Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija Contact number: (044) 940 8080/ +63-977-827-3572Email address: [email protected]

Located along Maharlika Highway, Top Star Hotel conveniently rests near SM City Cabanatuan, Robinson’s Mall and Pacific Mall, and beside a bank and ATM machine.Opened in 2016, it is one of the newest boutique hotels in Cabanatuan - and the rooms are a testament to this. Patrons like its comfortable beds and clean and swanky interiors. All rooms afford an expansive view of the city, some equipped with private balconies. A reservation also comes with complimentary slippers, bottled water, WiFi access, and toiletries. Be sure to check out the on-site restaurant, Star Cafe, which serves local and international fare.

A room for two averages at P2,000.

MICROTEL BY WYNDHAM – CABANATUANAddress: Sta. Arcadia, Cabanatuan City, Nueva EcijaContact number: +63 (44) 958 7777/ +63 (927) 804 2929/ 63 (02) 899 7171 (Manila sales office)Email: [email protected] | [email protected]: http://www.microtel-cabanatuan.com

Part of the renowned Microtel Group budget hotel chains, you can expect that signature Microtel service at Microtel by Wyndham – Cabanatuan. The hotel rests in a quiet community, making it perfect for unwinding after a day of tours. Like its sister branches, it tends to attract young professionals and business travelers with its clean, contemporary and savvy design. Rooms provide adequate space and amenities for working away from home, such as high-speed internet access and a work desk. Or just simply relax and sink down to a queen-size, chiropractor-approved mattress while enjoying premium cable channels in your room. Free-flowing coffee and newspaper are available in the lobby.

Rooms range from P2,000 to P3,500.

Relax after a day of tours with these top lodging options in Nueva Ecija.

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PMP PARADISE FARM AND RESORTFancy lean, all-organic fare? Head to PMP Paradise Farm and Resort in General Tinio. A passion project from a retired major, this sprawling farm offers healthy, homemade dishes created with fresh herbs and poultry raised in the farm itself. Among its most notable dishes are sinigang salad, sliced fruits and vegetables topped with salted egg. Guests also get to witness how soups are made using homegrown alibangbang.

CLSU-CHS-’S DAERRY’S TILAPIA ICE CREAMThink tilapia for dessert is weird? Think again. At Central Luzon State University, a professor in the College of Home Science and Industry Department has found a way to transform this popular fish into something novel: ice cream. Tilapia flakes are mixed with carabao milk, all-purpose cream, walnut tidbits, condensed milk, and cubed cheese, then sandwiched between two crackers.

THEA’S CATERINGChicken just became more interesting as we chowed down a local cuisine called tiniim na manok at Minalungao National Park. This unique dish, cooked by renowned Novo Ecijano caterer Thea’s Catering, is slow-cooked in a thick pineapple sauce with herbs. Other specialty items worth noting are ensaladang labanos, and papaitan, which uses goat innards and alibangbang.

MILKA KREMJust a few minutes away from CLSU, along Maharlika Highway, you will find Milka Krem. This massive milk hub sells milk and bath products (such as kala soap) developed by the Philippine Carabao Institute. The most famous of Milka Krem’s creations is its bottled carabao milk, which is used in rice milk, fruit-flavored yogurt drinks, coffee, and chocolate milk. Take some home, along with pastillas and silvanas or enjoy them with tea, smoothies and coffee at Milka Krem’s in-house cafe.

CHANOS CHANOSLove fish? Then you’ll surely love Chanos chanos. Inspired by the scientific name of milkfish – one of Nueva Ecija’s top produce - this modest, enterpreneur-run stall in Muñoz sells affordable and hearty dishes with milkfish as the main ingredient. Among its top sellers are rellenong bangus and sweet Pinoy-style spaghetti with milkfish meat, a healthy alternative if you are cutting down on red meat.

CAFFE LA TEAFor the young (and the young at heart), there’s Caffe La Tea at the ground floor of Robinson’s Townville Cabanatuan. Students and yuppies flock to this artsy cafe for its delicious frappes and hot brews. Other notable menu items include mozzarella sticks and yummy tofu swathed in sinful sauce. If you’re feeling a little more adventurous, try Caffe La Tea’s Chiz Buco Lumpia – a deep-fried roll of shredded coconuts, ham, vegetables, and cheese.

PUNO’S ICE CREAM AND SHERBETAddress: Various branches in Cabanat-uan CityContact number: (044) 4648694

What better way to cap off a food crawl than with ice cream! And where ice cream is concerned, there’s probably none more famous in Nueva Ecija than Puno’s Ice Cream and Sherbet. Puno’s Ice Cream is available in fruit salad, strawberry, corn queso, cookies and cream, ube cheese, chocolate with cashew, and langka cheese cashew flavors – all of which are worth dipping into. It’s light and milky in taste. A family-owned business since the 60s, Puno’s has transformed into a household name, delivering products to 24 stores across the province. If you’re from Manila, you can take home a pint or gallon. Puno’s ice cream can last for hours without melting when stored inside a cooler.

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MALIGCONGRICE TERRACES

A Walk in the Clouds

Words by KARA SANTOS / Images by MARTIN SAN DIEGO

The trek to Maligcong Rice Terraces starts before the break of dawn. The rest of the town still sleeps as we make our way up Mt. Kupapey with our guide Tina and a pack of friendly guide dogs. Maku and Kunig,

named after the area “Makunig” belong to Suzette, who runs a homestay where we bunked for the night. Her neighbors dogs Misty, Friday and Tiny join the party.

The hike is made more fun by the company of our canine guides, as they weave in between our legs, jostling to overtake humans on the trails and the narrow paths between terraces. They stop whenever our group stops to rest or take photos. When we resume hiking, they shake off the morning mist from their fur and happily run ahead.

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Maligcong is a small town with less than 500 households in Bontoc, Mountain Province. Since 2014, hikers have started trickling in to hike up Mt. Kupapey, to see the well-preserved and unspoiled mountain and its rice terraces firsthand. The hike up takes 45 minutes or so, depending on one’s skill level. Traversing through the terraces on the way back down takes a little longer, but provides a different perspective and spectacular view. The guide dogs make it look easy as they go on ahead.

The hike is the easy part. Getting there is a different story. It takes about six hours to get from Manila to Baguio and another five hours from Baguio to Bontoc. The last stretch to Maligcong passes a steep winding mountain roads best left to expert drivers familiar with the terrain. But for those looking for a place that’s raw, pure and uncommercialized, Maligcong is paradise.

It’s hard not to fall in love with the place. A part of you wants to keep the place a secret getaway for you to keep coming back to. Another part of you wants to share its beauty with the world. It’s a place where you can disconnect with technology and reconnect with the beauty of the world around you.

While sipping a cup of mountain tea in the veranda overlooking the terraces, I chat with Suzette. Like other residents, she is wary of the dangers of mass tourism seen in other areas which quickly rose to popularity.

The number of hikers per day is currently limited by the accommodations the town has to offer. At present, Suzette is one of three households offering rooms for rent. Camping is not allowed

on the grounds.

In her homestay, a sign reminds all guests of lights out at 9:00 pm. But she tells me there have already been some tourists who arrive with more people than expected, and ignore the rules. They now get an average of 30 hikers during weekends in the peak season of November to April. Since we visited on a weekday, we have the whole place to ourselves.

It’s quiet and peaceful as we reach the summit. The dogs curl up by a tree in the clearing and take a nap by our feet, satisfied with their duty of escorting us to their playground.

A sea of clouds hovers above the mountains. The glassy reflection of the terraces slowly reveals itself as the sun breaks through the clouds. It’s a beautiful morning.

A sea of clouds hovers above the mountains. The glassy reflection of the terraces slowly reveals itself as the sun breaks through the

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Admire the different cultural treasures of the

BANAUE RICE TERRACESThe most famous of the Philippines’ rice terraces, the Banaue Rice Terraces in Ifugao are located approximately 1500 meters (5000 feet) above sea level. Contrary to popular belief, the Banaue Rice Terraces are not a UNESCO World Heritage Site. However, they have been declared by the Philippine government as a National Cultural Treasure. Look out for the traditional wooden bikes in souvenir shops near the viewdecks.

THE RICE TERRACES OF THE PHILIPPINE CORDILLERASThe first property to be included in the cultural landscape category of the UNESCO World Heritage List, the inscription includes five sites: the Batad Rice Terraces, Bangaan Rice Terraces (both in Banaue), Mayoyao Rice Terraces, Hungduan Rice Terraces, and Nagacadan Rice Terraces in Kiangan. The beautifully contoured ampitheater-like Batad Rice Terraces is recommended for strong hikers, as getting here requires a 1.5 hour hike through the mountain trails.

HIWANG NATIVE VILLAGEHiwang Native Village in Gohang provides a panoramic view of the entire region, overlooking the Banaue and Hapao valleys. The site contains a museum with a large collection of antique artifacts and several native Ifugao houses.

BAYYO RICE TERRACESBayyo Rice Terraces is located in Brgy. Bayyo, one of 16 barangays in Bontoc, Mountain Province. This is one of the more easily accessible rice terraces, located only 30 to 40 minutes from the Poblacion. There is an eleveated viewdeck right along the highway where you can get a good view of cluster of houses next to lush green terraces.

OPEN AIR MUSEUMExperience a unique hike through the rice fields of Nagacadan in Kiangan and learn more about the culture of the Ifugaos. Walk through rice fields, forests, villages, and over the rivers of Nagacadan.

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Baguio City Mayor Mauricio Domogan (2nd from right) awards the championship trophy and prize to NLEX Corporation Assistant Vice President for

Marketing Grace Ayento (3rd from right) for the winning float (inset photo). Flanking them are: (from left) former Rep. Bernardo Vergara, Rep. Mark Go, councilor Leandro Yangot, and Panagbenga Chief of Staff Vanj Payno.

NLEX-SCTEX: Panagbenga Hall

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With the championship, NLEX-SCTEX has been ushered into the Hall of Fame of Baguio City’s Panagbenga Festival Grand Float Competition. Earlier, it had won the two consecutive titles since 2015. NLEX Corporation is a staunch supporter of the Panagbenga Festival since 2010. Themed as “Beauty of the Wild,” the NLEX-SCTEX float captured this year’s Panagbenga theme, ‘Inspired by Beauty, Nurtured by Nature,’ with a safari-inspired design.

NLEX-SCTEX first Ultimate Frisbee foray was a huge success as more

than 250 athletes from Metro Manila, Pampanga and nearby provinces flocked to the Clark parade grounds to join the NLEX-SCTEX Clark Ligang Amihan. The action was hot on the field as four-time National Champions UP Diliman Sunken Pleasure swept the competition en route to the taking the top plum. Tandang Sora Pleasure (TSP) from Quezon City took second place while local club Pampanga Chicks & Chongs won third place.

Ultimate Liga Pilipinas Inc (ULPI) President Coach Peng Manlapaz

said the success of the event was mainly due to the support given by the Clark Development Corporation, the City of Angeles and NLEX-SCTEX! He also said that the Philippines has had huge success with this sport in the international stage and soon, it will be included in the Olympics.

The Ultimate Frisbee teams of the Philippines cannot wait to join the next events of ULPI especially with the convenient ride through the NLEX-SCTEX. Watch out for the next NLEX-SCTEX Clark Mekeni Cup at the Clark parade grounds!


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Highland Paradise

CORDILLERA

Farms, traditional villages and a colorful masterpiece rise from the mountainous

villages of Cordillera

NORTHERN ESCAPES

Words by KARA SANTOS / Images by MARTIN SAN DIEGO


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“Take a trip soon and make sure it’s off to the North.”

Mention Cordillera and most people will think of the highly urbanized city of Baguio. The “City of Pines”, which serves

as the regional center, has long been a favorite summer getaway for local and international tourists because of its cooler climate. But the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) comprised of six provinces - Abra, Apayao, Benguet, Ifugao, Kalinga and Mountain Province - has a lot more to offer.

As the only landlocked and least densely populated region in the Philippines, Cordillera is ripe for scenic road trips and explorations. Adventurers who like taking long drives through mountain roads can go off the grid, wake up to cooler weather and enjoy spectacular views in the highlands.

In this issue of Northbound, we take a look at some of the unique attractions in three of the region’s provinces: Benguet, Ifugao and Mountain Province, which are all conveniently accessible by land travel from Baguio City.

A new attraction that has sparked interest through social media is Stobosa, a community of colorful houses in La Trinidad. The project was inspired by Brazil’s favelas, which aims to turn public urban spaces into inspiring artwork of monumental size. Residents from 200 homes from sitios Stonehill, Botiw-tiw and Sadjap volunteered to paint their

houses following a mural design conceptualized by Tam-Awan Village artists.

If you’ve already tried strawberry picking in La Trinidad, how about walking among flower fields and vegetable gardens at King Louis Flower Farm and Atok Highland Gardens? Get a high at these farms located 1,200 meters above sea level in the La Trinidad Valley to 2,000 meters above sea level in Atok.

Learn more about the rich culture and history of the indigenous peoples of the Cordillera at the Bontoc Museum. Be sure to visit the mini-Bontoc Village with several structures inspired by traditional Ifugao homes with their peaked roofs, wood-and-stone facades and open-plan interiors.

The Cordillera Region is also associated with rice terraces, those idyllic winding fields carved into the mountainsides. The Banaue Rice Terraces, which is featured prominently in Philippine currency banknotes, is the most well-known. Beyond Banaue, there are other equally beautiful rice terraces, including the majestic Maligcong Rice Terraces in Mountain Province, our cover feature.

Wherever you choose to explore in the Philippine highlands, you will leave refreshed, rejuvenated and no doubt eager for your next trip. Onwards to the North.


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Before you head home, take a memento of the Cordillera region with you. Here are some of Northbound’s best souvenir picks.

WOVEN PRODUCTS FROM EASTER WEAVINGWith over 100 years of weaving heritage, Easter Weaving in Baguio City is the place to buy woven products and textiles. These fabrics have been transformed into useful modern items like pillowcases, wall hangings and table runners and are also used as design elements in formal wear, bags and even neckties. You can see weavers in action at the lower floor of the center.

COFFEE, VEGETABLES AND FRUITSNo trip to Baguio would be complete without passing by the Baguio City market for staple souvenirs such as coffee beans, strawberries and fresh vegetables. Your entry point should be the Hangar market in the southeastern side, which gives you access to stalls selling fresh produce like romaine lettuce, kale, cherry tomatoes and shitake mushrooms, at a fraction of the cost of their prices in Manila markets.

BAGUIO CRAFT BREWERY BEERNot a fan of wine? How about some unique beer instead. Grab a 6-pack of assorted beers infused with local ingredients like Strawberry Beer from Baguio Craft Brewery. One can costs P180 while a pack of six goes for P999.

WOOD CARVINGSThe age-old wood carving industry is alive and well in Baguio, with numerous souvenir stalls selling wooden products including Baguio’s (in)famous “barrel man.” Stop by one of the family-owned stores in Woodcarver’s Village along Asin Road, en route to BenCab Museum, for wood crafts and furniture.

NATIVE WINEBugnay is a semi-sweet tasting wine made from native wild berries found in Mountain Province. Strawberry wine, which uses strawberries grown in farms in La Trinidad, are popular as souvenirs as well.

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Go on an exotic culinary adventure by sampling native dishes from the Cordillera Region.

PINUNEGPinuneg are sauteed Ibaloi blood sausages. This dish is exclusive to the Benguet Kankanaey and is typically served when a pig was butchered during a ritual or ceremony. If you are a fan of dinuguan, you will like the sausage’s thick and earthy texture.

PAK-PAKO To balance out all the strong meaty flavors, be sure to order some vegetables for your side dishes. Pak-pako, river-fern salad with tomato and cucumber mized in vinaigrette, is a fiber-rich dish that will keep you feeling full and lessen your food cravings.

PINIKIPIKANThis Igorot chicken soup dish, that is often likened to tinola, is traditionally prepared by beating a live chicken with a stick to draw out the meat’s flavor prior to cooking. The preparation is rooted in native rituals of reading signals from gods to determine one’s course of action.

KINUDAYThe practice of smoking meat (kinuday) has long been practiced by Ibaloi families in the region, resulting in meats with very strong, salty flavors. Variants include kinuday jen baha (steamed smoked beef meat), kinuday jen baboy (stir-fried pork meat), and kinuday jen manok (stir-fried smoked chicken meat).

ETAGEtag is a general term for the preservation of meat in the Cordilleras. There are different variants of etag including sun-dried etag, where meat is rubbed with salt before being exposed to sunlight, and smoked etag, where it is cured and aged underground in an earthen jar.

DINAKDAKANDinakdakan is a traditional dish that makes use of charred pork ear, tongue and snout chopped into small pieces, dressed with pig’s brain and other spices like mayonnaise, onions, salt and pepper to taste. Similar to sisig, this tasty dish is usually served as an appetizer.

FARMER’S DAUGHTER RESTAURANTOpened in 2015, this homey restaurant offers Cordilleran cuisine, which is well-known for its fresh vegetables, smoked meats and native wines. Farmer’s Daughter is located just beside Tam-awan Village, a bit off from the main thoroughfare of Baguio City center, making this a dining destination away from the crowds.

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Check out these accommodations when you step into the wondrous Cordillera terrain.

SUZETTE’S HOMESTAYMALIGCONG, MT. PROVINCEFor those looking for a peaceful respite, Suzette’s Homestay is a good base for backpackers in the Mt. Province.Enjoy freshly baked cupcakes, locally brewed coffee and mountain tea and the lively company of resident dogs, who also serve as guides for hiking trips to Maligcong Rice Terraces and Mt. Kupapey.

NATIVE VILLAGE INN BANAUE, IFUGAOThis secluded mountaintop eco-lodge located 1250 meters above sea level gives guests a spectacular view of Banaue’s World Heritage Rice Terraces. Experience sleeping in original native Ifugao cottages, with modern amenities in the lobby, a cozy restaurant with an open fireplace, and Western toilets and hot showers.

BANAUE HOTEL & YOUTH HOSTELBANAUE, IFUGAOExuding old world charm, Banaue Hotel features upscale lodging and dining and accessibility from the main highway. The hotel offers in-house dining, a large lobby with souvenir shops, swimming pool, weekly cultural shows, and a spacious parking area. Banaue Hotel is ideal for large groups and is the top choice for conferences, events and wedding parties in the area. Backpacker-type rooms are available in the adjacent youth hostel.

IBUALO BED & BREAKFASTKIANGAN, IFUGAOA quaint retreat house of couple Drs. Toto and Tess Kalugdan, this unique hideaway was built on what once a coffee plantation and a Japanese military camp and is composed of their main house, several villas and a café. Existing rocks and trees are incorporated in the structures, which are decorated with intricate woodwork, tribal decor and recycled materials. The hospitable owners provide hands-on service and tailor-fit meals to match their guests dietary preferences.

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Craft Beer Tasting at Baguio Craft Brewery

While most tourists heading up to the Baguio usually look forward to sipping brewed coffee or strawberry taho, beer lovers will be happy to find a craft beer haven in the City of Pines.

Baguio Craft Brewery is a microbrewery that serves a wide range of fresh, handcrafted beers on tap with some variants brewed using local ingredients like strawberries, wild honey and orange zest.

Their flagship line of Mythic Beers was inspired and named after the Five Realms of Ifugao mythology, including Pugaw India Pale Ale, Dalom Brown Ale, Daya Lager, Lagud Strawberry Beer, and Kabunyan Wheat Beer. Other beers worth trying include Zigzagger (a triple-hopped double IPA with 10% ABV), Rolling Fog (German Hefeweizen), Keywheat (kiwi beer) and RIPE (passion fruit beer), to name a few.

Baguio Craft Brewery’s Tasting

Best Tries

The Tasting Room at Baguio Craft Brewery is located at the RKC Building, 120 Marcos Highway, Km 4 (Ben Palispis Highway) Baguio City, Benguet, Philippines.

Room also serves delicious appetizers and beer parings including BCB Renowned Ribs Platter (P479 for solo; P1150 for family size) and Stout Isaw (P280), which is marinated in their signature beers.

Formally opened in 2014, this hip bar along the Baguio City highway can get quite crowded during weekends and holidays with expats and tourists all eager to sample local brews. Because of their success, they opened a second branch in Harbor Point, Subic and are set to open a third branch in Cebu.

A recent addition to their main branch is Speakeasy by BCB, a relaxed and sophisticated hidden bar reminiscent of the vintage atmosphere and clandestine glamor of the 1920s prohibition era. As the first speakeasy in Baguio City, this offers an intimate space where discerning clients can enjoy quality whiskeys and wines. Now you just have to figure out how to get in.


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NPVB MEMBERS DIRECTORYNorth Bound Magazine available in these establishments

BAGUIO CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU2nd Floor, Philippine Tourism Authority Building, Abad Santos Drive, Burnham Park, Baguio City(074)442.4315

HOTEL AND RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION OF BAGUIO (HRAB)(074)619.2050 to 60 / Fax (076)442.3618 or (076)[email protected]

HOTELS / RESORTS / LODGINGAZALEA RESIDENCES BAGUIO7 Leonard Wood RoadBaguio City(074)424.8712 / 424.8710

BAGUIO BURNHAM SUITES6 Kisad RoaBaguio CIty(074)424.2211 to 15

BAGUIO COUNTRY CLUBCountry Club RoadBaguio City(074)619.2050

BENGUET PRIME HOTELCalderon St. & Session Road,Baguio City(074)442.8363 / 442.5166

BlOOMFIELD HOTEL3 Leonard Wood RoadBaguio City(074)446.9112 / (0917).510.0044

CAMP JOHN HAY GOLF CLUBCJH, Lookan RoadBaguio CIty(074)444.2131

CHALET BAGUIOUpper Military Cut-offBaguio City(074)424.8070 / 424.8097

CHARLO INN5 Tacay Road, GuisadBaguio City(074)619.0364

CITYLIGHT HOTEL 245 Upper General Luna RoadBaguio City (074)442.8080

CROWN LEGACY HOTEL BAGUIOKisad Road, Baguio City(074)442.4480 to 83 /Fax (074)422.1218

DL DIVINE INN61 P.Valencia StreetBaguio City(074)442.3125 / (0910)720.3239

EL CIELITO INN50 North Drive, Baguio City(074)445.0456

GOLDEN PINE HOTELCarino & Yandoc StreetsBaguio City(074)444.9965 to 72

GRAND SIERRA PINES 43 North Outlook DriveBaguio City(074)619.0488

HOLIDAY PARK HOTEL129 Abanao ExtensionsBaguio City(074)619.2807 to 08

HOTEL COSMOPOLITAN3 Bokawkan Road, Baguio City(074)442.7006 or 08

HOTEL ELIZABETH1 J. Felipe cor Gibraltar Road,Baguio City(074)619.0367

HOTEL SUPREME113 Magsaysay AvenueBaguio City(074)443.2016

JACK’S GRANDVIEW HOTEL58 Montinola Subdivision, Kisad RoadBaguio City(074)422.0638

MICROTEL INN & SUITES5 Marcoville, Session RoadBaguio City(074)619.3333

MINES VIEW PARK HOTEL1 Apostol St., Mines ViewBaguio City(074)442.1559

NEW RAJAH SOLIMAN HOTEL & RESTAURANT 44 Bokawakan RoadBaguio City(074)442.7574

PALADIN HOTEL136 Abanao Ext.Baguio CIty(074)442.2408

PARAGON HOTEL & SUITES14-16 Otek St.Baguio City(074)444.9968 to 71

PINES VIEW HOTEL24 Legarda RoadBaguio City(074)446.9287 to 88

RIDGEWOOD RESIDENCE17 Julian St., Brgy. Lualhati,Baguio City(074)446.6295

SAINT ALFONSO’S PLACE36 Purok 7, Bakakeng Norte,Baguio City (074)245.0977

ST. PATRICK VILLAGE34 Paterno Street, South DriveBaguio City(074)448.6742 to 43

SOUTH DRIVE BAGUIO MANOR34 Scout Drive Road, corner PaternoBaguio City(074)448.6743 to 44

THE FORREST LODGE ATCAMP JOHN HAYCJH, Loakan RoadBaguio City(074)422.2075 to 76

THE MANOR AT CAMP JOHN HAYCamp John Hay, Lookan RoadBaguio City(074)424.0931 to 43

VENUS PARK VIEW HOTEL19 Kisad Road, Burnham ParkBaguio City(074)442.5597


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BULACAN TOURISM CONVENTION AND VISITORS B0ARDRM-105 ILGA, Natividad Hall, Bulacan State University, Malolos City, Bulacan(044)919.7800 local 106

HOTELS / RESORTS / RECREATIONCIUDAD CLEMENTINO RESORT San Isidro, Paombong, Bulacan(044)791.1256 / (0916)500.0480

KLIR WATERPARK RESORT Near Sta. Rita Exit, Kabilang Bakood,Guiguinto, Bulacan (044)892.0227 / (044)760.1075 / (0925)500.5547

LAWISWIS KAWAYAN GARDENRESORT AND SPA402 Barangay Buguion,Calumpit, Bulacan, 3003(02)425.9715 / (0917)811.2332 /(0922) 861.2332

SAN RAFAEL RIVER ADVENTURETalacsan, San Rafael, Bulacan(0917)885.6761 / (0917)924.4546

THE GREENERY80 Rio Vista Subdivision,Sabang, Baliuag, 3006(044)766-6325 / (0922)827.5122

RESTAURANTS / BAKESHOPSBISTRO MALOLEÑO1 Valenzuela St., Brgy. Bulihan,Capitol View Park, Malolos City, Bulacan(0942)824.7876

ENLINS BAKESHOP53 Pinagbakahan,Malolos City, Bulacan (044)796.1029 / (044)760.2458 / (0917)326.7259

EUROBAKE RESTAURANT AND BAKESHOP 369 McArthur Highway, Tabang,Guiguinto, Bulacan (044)794.0123 / (0917)533.8250 / (0922)837.0647

THE CRIB CAFÉ 173 G. Dela Cruz St. 2nd Floor, Metrover Building, Poblacion,Guiginto, Bulacan(044)931.1023 / (0917)716.5179

LA FAMILIA SIZZLERS & RESTAURANT FUNCTIONS & CATERING SERVICESDoña Remedios Trinidad Highway,Baliuag, Bulacan(044)766.2037

TRAVEL AND TOURISMCAMI TRAVEL AND TOURISM215 J. Garcia St,. Banga 1st,Plaridel, Bulacan(044)325.0021 / (0917)568.3374

ESPER TRAVEL AND TOURS 42 Poblacion, Pulilan, Bulacan (044)769.9342

VILLA SILVINA HOTEL(FORMER VILLA LA MAJA)Outlook DriveBaguio City(074)442.7329

RESTAURANTS / DINING 2600 GASTRO PUB66 Upper Gen. LunaBaguio City(074)424.5475

ALWAYS BEAN CAFE144 Kisad Road, EDY BuildingBaguio CIty(074)424.4594

AUNTIE PALACE FOODSPinewood Cafeteria,Baguio Country Club, Baguio City(074)424.6395

CLASSIC SAVORY 132 Upper Ground Floor, SM CityBaguio City(074)424.1991

FORTUNE HONGKONGSEAFOOD RESTAURANT 16 Otek Street, Baguio City (074)442.9773

GILIGAN’S ISLAND BAGUIO, INC.7 Legarda Road, Baguio City(074)619.2634

HILL STATION TAPAS BAR & RESTAURANTCasa Vallejo, Upper Session RoadBaguio City(074)424.2734 / 423.9100 / 423.9558

IL PADRINO BAGUIO Ground Floor, Antipolo Main Building Session Road, Baguio City

ILONGGO FOOD DELICACIES23 Assumption Road, 3F Porta VagasBaguio City(074)446.5578 / (0906)572.5517

JACK’S BAGUIO RESTAURANT102 Manahan Building, Session RoadBaguio City(074)444.9844

JACK’S RESTAURANT Magsaysay Avenue, Baguio City (074)304.5113

KALAPAW TASTE OF LAOAG17 Martin St., Engineer’s HillBaguio City(074)448.1805 / (0908)867.6647

LE CHEF AT THE MANORCamp John Hay, Baguio City(074)424.0931 loc 1017

LOTS’ A PIZZA2F, Victory Liner Terminal, Baguio City(074)446.1111

MARIO’S RESTAURANT16 Upper Session Road ExtensionBaguio City(074)442.4241 / 442.5445

MEI HWA CHINESE DELICampo Sioco, Baguio City(0922)863.4492

ROSEBOWL STEAKHOUSE & RESTAURANT88 Upper Gen. Luna Rd.,Baguio City(074)442.4213 / 442.5374

ROUTE 55 BY HERNAN’S KITCHEN55 Legarda Road, Baguio City(074)422.1276

RUMOURS BAR & COMPANY55 Session Road, 102 A Lopez Bldg.Baguio City(074)304.1966 /442.7268

SOLIBAO & GANZA RESTAURANTDoor 1, Puso ng Baguio, Session RoadBaguio City(074)442.3867 / 442.3319

SWISS BAKER / DAD & I BISTRO & RESTAURANTDoor 4, Puso ng Baguio, Session RoadBaguio City(074)442.8834 / 444.333 / 424.8109

TRAVEL AND TOURS / TRANSPORTSCITY TOURISM OFFICEBaguio Convention Center, Baguio City(074)442.1006

DEPARTMENT OF TOURISMGovernor Pack Road, Baguio City(074)442.7014

ESGALA TRAVEL & TOURS INTERNATIONALKm 14 Balili, La Trinidad, Benguet(074)422.2329

NOANTS CONSULTANCY SERVICES23 Chuntug Street, Baguio City(074)442.5041

VICTORY LINER, INC.Passenger Center, PNR CompoundBaguio City(074)619.0000 / 442.5708


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E.F. COSTALES LODGESan Vicente, Sta. Ana, Cagayan(0905)959.6115

HOTEL CANDICEBlumentritt corner Luna St.,Tuguegarao City(078)844.2003

HOTEL CARMELITA9 Diversion Road, Balzain,Tuguegarao City(078)844.7027

HOTEL LORITA67 Rizal St., Tuguegarao City(078)844.2179 / 844.1390 / 501.7044

JOTAY RESORTCentro, Sta. Ana, Cagayan(078)372.0560 / (0906)748.1270

LAS PALMAS LEISURE CLUB & HOTELLas Palmas de San Jose,Tuguegarao City, Cagayan(078)844.8091

OFEL’S BEACHFRONT RESORTElmar Street, Sta. Ana, Cagayan(0915)582.1262 / (0917)685.8898

ORQUINDA BEACH RESORTSta. Ana, Cagayan(0917)466.3009 / (0915)790.6457

PULSAR HOTELCapitol Hills, CagayanTuguegarao City, Cagayan(078)304.1118 / 304.0024

SPORTS / HEALTH /RECREATION / SHOPPINGBALI CARMELA#08 Dunkin Drive, Capitol Hills, Caggay, Tuguegarao City(078)377.0032

GROGIES WINES & SPIRITSLegaspi Street, Centro 6,Tuguegarao City, Cagayan(078)373.0356 / (0917)578.0037

TRAVEL AND TOURISMADVENTURE & EXPEDITION PHILIPPINES INCORPORATION29 Burgos St.,corner Arellano St.Tuguegarao City(078)844.1298

CAGAYAN VALLEY TRAVENTURES CO.1A Montana Place, Palawig,Sta. Ana, Cagayan(0916)277.6600 / (0920)281.7878

W3GO TOURS AND TRAVEL2F Editha Bldg., Balzain Hi-way,Tuguegarao City(078)225.1684 / (0916)557.7303

GREATER CLARKVISITORS BUREAUThe Boardroom Business CenterBldg. 7160 Claro M. Recto Highway,Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga(045)499.1146

CAGAYAN NORTH CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU2nd Floor Fragante Bldg. 1 Aguinaldo cor. Blumentrit Sts., Tuguegarao City(078)844.0755

HOTELS / RESORTS / LODGINGBENJIE’S PLACE02 Cayosa Homes,Maharlika Highway, PengueTuguegarao City, Cagayan(078)369.1067 / (0917)718.9011

COSTA CARINA BEACH FRONTSta. Ana, Cagayan(0915)378.6901

EDEN’S LODGING HOUSECentro, Sta. Ana, Cagayan(078)844.1508 / 373.9332 / (0917)881.5129

FLIGHT FRONTIER TRAVEL AND TOURS Unit N2C Cabanas Mall,City of Malolos, Bulacan(0920)923.6149

INTRAMUROS TRAVEL AND TOURS Unit A VERA Building, Katipunan Avenue, Goodwill Homes I, Brgy. San Bartolome, Novaliches, Quezon City(02)393.6433 / (02)418.0141 /(0918)668.8596 / (0932)859.9479

MANEJKOM TRAVEL & TOURSGround Floor, Uniwide Building, Guinhawa, City of Malolos, Bulacan(044)796.0528 / (044)662.7557 / (044)662.0506 / (632)734.5576 / (0922)886.8772

THE EXTREME ADVENTURE ZONEOffice of the Tourism Officer,Norzagaray, Bulacan(0916)738.8880

JB EDUCATIONAL TOUR88 Poblacion Loma De Gato,Marilao, Batulao(0927)352.5674

OTHERSBULACAN EVENT SUPPLIERASSOCIATION (BESA)Malolos, Bulacan (0922)807.9042 / (0942)824.7876

PAMBANSA.COM3F, Estrella St, Malolos, Bulacan

HOTELS / RESORTS / ACCOMMODATIONSGLOBAL CLARK ASSETS CORP. THE VILLAGESC.M. recto AvenueClark Freeport Zone(0925)526.3104

KOREGON VILLAS INC.Jose Abad Santos AvenueClark Freeport Zone

MIMOSA CITYSCAPES, INC.QUEST HOTELMimosa Drive, Mimosa Leisure EstateClark Freeport Zone(02)845.1888

OASIS HOTELS.M. Maranao620 Don Juico Ave.Clarkview Angeles(045)892.6272

XENIA HOTELC.M. Recto AvenueClark Freeport Zone(045)499.0000

FOOD / RESTAURANTS / CAFE / BARSAPU LITSUNANSto. Rosario St. San Jose,Angeles City(045)887.6708

AMANTE RIBS AND STEAKSEl Kabayo CompoundGil Puyat Ave. cor. Panday Pira Ave.,Clark Freeport Zone(045)499.0696

BALE DUTUNGVilla Gloria, Angeles City(0917)535.5163

HEALTHWISE BAKESHOP AND CAFÉBlock 18 Lot 13 Zeppelin St.Hensonville, MalabaniasAngeles City(0917)378.3571

HISTORIC CAMALIG RESTAURANTSto. Rosario St.Angeles City(045)888.1077 / (0918)906.7261


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ILOCOS NORTE CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAURm. 2 Balay de Blas, 10 Giron St.,Brgy. 7-B, Laoag City(077)[email protected]

KOONING’S KITCHEN13-7 Sarita St. Diamond Subd.Balibago, Angeles City(0917)551.5322

MY TOOTH GOODIES11 a Atis Road, Trinidad Village(0932)013.6513

NUTRI DELIGHT DELICACIES177 Sto. Rosario St., San JoseAngeles City(0921)432.2675

YUFUINFirst St. corner 2nd AvenueBalibago, Angeles City(045)625.5537 / (0917)759.8105

TOURISM ASSOCIATION / ORGANIZATIONSALLIANCE OF TRAVEL & TOUR AGENCIES OF PAMPANGA (ATTAP)Horizonhill Hotel, Malabanias Road cor. Plaridel St., Angeles City

ANGELES CITY TOURISM OFFICE (ACTO)Angeles City Hall, Pulung MaragulAngeles City, Pampanga(045)625.2286 / (0917)812.2106

ARTS, CULTURE & TOURISMOFFICE OF PAMPANGA Pampanga Provincial CapitalCity of San Fernando, Pampanga (045)963.0107 / (0917)962.9389

CLARK DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONTOURISM & PROMOTIONSClark Freeport Zone(045)599.3222 / (045)599.6235

CLARK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CORPORATION (CIAC)Andres Bonifacio AvenueClark Freeport Zone(045)499.1464

CLARK INVESTORS AND LOCATORS ASSOCIATIONClark Freeport Zone(045)599.3442

DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM REGION3Balibago, Angeles City(045)625.8525

HOTEL & RESTAURANTS ASSOCIATION OF PAMPANGA (HARP) Marlim Mansion, Diamond SubdivisionBalibago, Angeles City(0915)283.3965

KULIAT FOUNDATION, INC.Museo Ning Angeles, Old MunicipioSto. Rosario, Angeles City

METRO ANGELES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & INDUSTRY, INC.(045)888.2624

SUBIC-CLARK ALLIANCE FOR DEVELOPMENTGround Floor, Bldg 2127 CDC Corporate HeadquartersClark Freeport Zone(045)599.7499

TRAVEL AGENCIES / TOUR OPERATORSAMEGA TRAVELHorizonhill Hotel,Malabanias Road cor. Plaridel St.,Angeles City(045)624.0203 / (0917)626.4907 / (0917)626.4925

ANGELES INTERNATIONALTRAVEL CENTER, INC.805 Don Juico Avenue, ClarkviewAngeles City(045)625.6051 to 52

ANGELES VESPA TOURSFiesta Communities, Angeles City(0917)821.0466

GO CLARK TOURS C O LTD.G/F 2041 Clark HostelNinoy Aquino Ave. cor. M.A. Roxas AveClark Freeport Zone(0905)337.3864

METRO ANGELES TRAVELSto. Entierro St., Angeles City(045)888.3927

PETER LISINGMAG Travel and Tours(0927)486.2597

TIES THAT TRAVELSM City Clark, Angeles City(045)499.0357 to 58 / (0917)606.6299 / (0929)864.6299 / (0922)855.2966

583 IMMIGRATION & TRAVEL CONSULTANCYRovimar Bldg. McArthur Highway corner Rovimar Sts.Balibago, Angeles City(045)624.7966 / (045)436.0573 / (0921)879.8296 / (0906)475.8539

RECREATION / SHOPPINGCLARK (EL KABAYO)RIDING STABLES, INC.Gil Puyat Ave. cor Panday Pira Ave. Clark Freeport Zone(045)499.0920 / (0916)519.9149

CYNTHIA TIZON CRC CHARISMA NATURE FARM INC.(0933)397.4833

NAYONG PILIPINOClark Freeport Zone(0949)768.1893 / (0927)287.0097

ORISSA GARDEN OF WELLNESS

HOTELS / RESORTS / LODGINGBALAY DA BLAS PENSION HOUSE10 Giron St. Brgy. 7-B, Laoag City(077)770.4389 / (0917)550.7522 / (0920)968.6695 / (0922)882.6907

ILOCOS ROSEWELL HOTELNational Highway Brgy. 1 San Nicholas, Ilocos Norte(077)781.2122 / (077)670.6528 / (0918)461.0482 / (0923)950.2266

JAVA HOTEL55-B SALET Gen. Segundo Avenue, Laoag City Ilocos Norte (0917)548.4894 / (077)770.5996-97 / (0917)500.5282 / (0939)916.5800

MIRA DE POLARIS HOTELVentura St. Brgy. 1 San Francisco San Nicolas, Ilocos Norte(077)676.1647 / (0917)558.6472

Magalang, Pampanga(0915)290.2947 / (0917)843.6043

SERVICES / WELLNESSEMERGELOCAL INC.JEV Bldg. McArthur HighwayBalibago, Angeles City(045)624.7255

GOTO PLUS/SUBICOM2/F GT Bldg. Sta. Rita Rd.cor Canal Rd. SBFZ(047)252.9978

LANSANG AND CRUZ REALTYSan Jose St., Brgy San JoseAngeles City(0943)262.3950

SMILE MAKEOVER DENTALAESTHETICS & IMPLANT CENTER, INC.ClarkHauz Bldg. Bayanihan ParkBalibago, Angeles City(045)625.6151

OTHERSK’s CREATIONS BEADS AND BLINGS226A 1st Street, Marison SubdivisionAngeles City(045)436.5629


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URBIZ GARDEN134 Beachfront, MacArthur Highway, Urbiztondo, San Juan, La Union(072)888.7991 / (0917)590.8256

FLOTSAM & JETSAMARTIST BEACH HOSTEL 12500 MacArthur Highway, Urbiztondo, San Juan, La Union(0917)802.1328

RESTAURANTS BALETE RESTO BARBarangay Madayegdeg,San Fernando, La Union(072)888.3522 / (0917)659.9111

HALO-HALO DE ILOKO12 Zandueta St. City of San Fernando, La Union(072)700.2030 / (0917)852.7919

ICELAND AGOOAgoo, La Union(072)521.0074 / (072)607.2733 / (0915)658.4778

LA UNION BBQRizal Avenue, San Fernando, La Union(072)607.8250 / (0917)564.2500

MOMMY LU’S RESTAURANTNational Highway, Barangay Carlatan,San Fernando City, La Union(072)242.4938 / (0920)920.2454

ROSE BOWL STEAKHOUSE AND RESTAURANTMacArthur Highway, Pagdalagan Sur, Bauang, La Union(072)888.7830 / (0917)506.2598

SURF SHACK239 National Highway, Urbiztondo,San Juan, La Union(072)607.4914 / (0917)306.2662

GOVERNMENTPROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT OFLA UNIONSan Fernando, La Union(0915)702.6600

SAN FERNANDO LA UNIONTOURISM OFFICESan Fernando, La Union(072)888.6922

ARTS & CULTUREARTIST GUILD OF LA UNION (AGLaUn)San Fernando City, La Union(072) 603.0236 / (0929)366.8859

AGRICULTURELOMBOY FARMUrayo, Bauang, La Union(072)607.1362 / (0917)564.1800

NORTHVIEW HOTELAirport Ave. Brgy. 46 Nalbo, Laoag City(077)773.1689 / (0917)506.0660

PANGIL BEACH RESORTBrgy. Pangil, Currimao Ilocos Norte(0917)547.7750 / (0906)953.3469

THE PALACIO DE LAOAG INC.27 P. Paternos St. Vintar Road.Laoag City(077)772.2951 / (077)772.2950 / (077)771.5717 / (0948)302.2392 / (0917)503.2055 / (0939)906.4548

RESTAURANT / DININGALOHALYN’S PLACECalayab, 2900 Laoag City(0918)490.3688 / (0975)847.1658

EAGLES’ NEST BAR AND RESTAURANT55-B SALET Gen. Segundo Avenue, Laoag City Ilocos Norte(077)770.5996-97 / (0917)500.5282 / (0939)916.5800

SARMSAM YLOCANORESTAURANT & BARN. Corpuz Building, Rizal St. corner Hizon St., Brgy. 7-A Laoag City, 2900 Laoag(077)670.3219 / (0917)702.6401 / (0917)963.7774 / (0919)888.5628

TRAVEL AND TOURISMRAVAL TRAVEL NETWORK832 3/F 880888 Realty Bldg. Gen Luna St. Cor. Balintawak St. Brgy. 9 Laoag City(077)771.5541 / (0936)915.6675 / (0919)894.4593

VIVA ILOCOS TRAVEL AND HOSPITALITY SERVICES INC.Brgy. 55 Barit - A, General Segundo Avenue, Laoag City, Ilocos Norte, 2900 (0917)887.5005 / (077)677.1922 / (077)677.1099 / (0917)883.2999 / (0928)346.9559

LIFESTYLE / ACTIVITYL.E.A.D MOVEMENTIlocos Sand Boarding90 J.P. Rizal St. Laoag City(077)772.0538 / (0917)841.5155 / (0919)873.5516 / (0917)523.0331

TOUR GUIDE / SERVICEAPO MAX TRANSPORTBrgy. 57 Pila Laoag City, Ilocos Norte(0906)310.8339 / (0908)709.9043

ACADEMEMARIANO MARCOS STATE UNIVERSITYBrgy. 16 City of BatacIlocos Norte

LA UNION CONVENTIONS AND VISITORS BUREAUCoconut Grove Beach Resort, National Hi-way, Paringao, Bauang(0917)802.0973

HOTEL / RESORTS / RECREATIONCHINA SEA BEACH RESORTParingao, Bauang, La Union(072)607.6607 / (0917)540.6607

COCONUT GROVE BEACH RESORTParingao, Bauang, La Union(072)607.6604 / (0917)502.2914

HOTEL ARIANAMacArthur Highway, Paringao,Bauang, La Union(072) 705.0050

KAHUNA BEACH RESORT AND SPAUrbiztondo, San Juan, La Union(072)607.1040 to 41 / (0917)885.6566

HACIENDA PETER BEACH RESORTUrbiztondo, San Juan, La Union(072)607.7461 / (0939)283.7962

LA UNION SURF SCHOOLUrbiztondo, San Juan, La Union(0917)564.1759

MONALISA SURF RESORTUrbiztondo, San Juan, La Union(072) 888.4892 / (0915)634.034 / (0917)838.5715

P&M FINAL OPTION BEACH RESORT320 Eagle St. Ili Norte, San Juan,La Union(072)888.2724 / (0908)865.0010

SAN JUAN SURF RESORTUrbiztondo, San Juan, La Union(072)687.9990 / (0917)887.5470

THUNDERBIRD BEACH RESORTSan Fernando City, La Union(072) 888.7777 / (0917)555.2373

BEACH HUB Urbiztondo, San Juan, La Union(0928)554.6262

OTHERSCIVIL SERVICE COMMISSIONCSC Laoag City(0929)108.1749


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NUEVA ECIJA CONVENTIONS AND VISITORS ASSOCIATIONMicrotel Hotels and Resorts Sta. Arcadia, Cabanatuan City(044)464.7777 / 806.2695

TRAVEL AGENCYA.BEE TRAVEL AND TOURS Cabanatuan City(044)329.0503 / (0922)865.4079

EJC TRAVEL AND TOURS Guimba, Nueva Ecija(044)335.0623 / (0927)782.3286

MOIRAH’S TRAVELIGHT TOURSAND TRAVEL Cabanatuan City(044)600.2464 / 806.1180 / (0917)878.6192 , (0922)898.4945

SIR JUN’S TOURS ANDTRAVEL AGENCY Talavera, Nueva Ecija(0998)981.6959

TRIP SAVVY TRAVEL AND TOURS Cabanatuan City(044)940.3305 / (0917)634.7591

UPRIGHT TRAVEL AND TOUR Cabanatuan City(044)600.5897 / (0917)878.6378

M. A. TRAVEL SERVICESJaen, Nueva Ecija(0926)068.6967

RESTAURANTS25th DINER Cabanatuan City(044)329.9322 / (0936)929.2337

AMBULA RESTAURANT Cabanatuan City(044)960.1527 / (0926)321.1216

ANN’S SNACK HOUSEAND RESTAURANT Guimba, Nueva Ecija(0915)411.1918

CAFFE LA TEA Cabanatuan City(0998)960.0399

HAPAG KAINAN SA HARDIN Cabanatuan City(0925)810.1929

NYORK CAFÉKapt. Pepe Subd. Phase IICabanatuan City(0923)625.6163

HOTELS / RESORTSALMON WATERPARK Sta. Rosa, Nueva Ecija(044)940.6398 / (0917)857.4682

CRYSTAL WAVES HOTEL AND RESORT Talavera, Nueva Ecija(044)411.0834 / (0917)559.6662

GRANDE MARAWA RESORT Jaen, Nueva Ecija(044)336.0526 / (0927)776.7561

HARVEST HOTEL1179 Del Pilar Street,Cabanatuan City(044)950.8888 / (0917)539.6125

JERRY DE ALICIA FARM AND RESORT Peñaranda, Nueva Ecija(0922)828.9920

LEIVY LANCE RESORT Gabaldon, Nueva Ecija(0908)888.8713

NIPA HUT HOTEL & RESORT COMPLEXSan Leonardo, Nueva Ecija(0927)776.8999

MICROTEL INN AND SUITESBY WYNDHAMCabanatuan City(044)958.7777 / (0915)870.4010

SITIO SAN ROQUE LEISUREAND RESORT HOTELGuimba, Nueva Ecija(0922)869.1702

STONE 8 RESORT Gabaldon, Nueva Ecija(0920)955.1057

THE STONE HOUSE(Bed & Breakfast)Brgy. Curva, Bongabon-Dingalan Road,Bongabon, Nueva Ecija(0923)736.5143

VALLEY BREEZE RESORTGabaldon, Nueva Ecija(0906)507.9565

VENUS PARK VIEW HOTELBaguio City(074)619.2881 / (0936)972.8088

WINDBLOWS PRIVATE PLACESta. Rosa, Nueva Ecija(044)806.6088 / (0918)959.6088

ACADEMECENTER FOR ENTERTAINMENT PERFORMING ARTS AND PRODUCTIONCabanatuan City(044)960.8986 / (0915)889.7877

COLLEGE OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTIONCabanatuan City(044)463.8101 / (0915)789.1551

GLOBAL KIDS MOTESSORI OFNUEVA ECIJA INC.Cabanatuan City(044)463.2071 / (0923)358.7877

ISAIA OF NUEVA ECIJACabanatuan City(044)463.2071 / (0923)358.7877

ST. JOHN REGIS HEALTHCARE INSTITUTE INC.Cabanatuan City(044)411.0292 / (0905)322.3143

LGULGU OF STA. ROSASta. Rosa, Nueva Ecija(044)940.0304 / (0908)873.5711

LGU OF GUIMBAGuimba, Nueva Ecija(044)611.7950 / (0917)834.9897

CONSERVATION CENTERDALUMPINAS PAWIKANCONSERVATION CENTERSan Fernando City, La Union(0917)549.8441

YOUTH SECTORDON MARIANO MARCOS MEMORIALSTATE UNIVERSITYSan Fernando City, La Union(0917)812.1792

COMPANIES / ASSOCIATIONSAQUAREX MARKETINGMonterey Meatshop , National Highway, Barangay Pagdaraoan, San Fernando City, La Union(072)607.3099 / (0917)564.0361

HOLCIM, INC.Quirino, Bacnotan, La Union(072)888.5673 / (0998)534.0233

LA UNION HOTEL & RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION (0917)883.3869

PORO POINT MANAGEMENT CORPORATIONSan Fernando City, La Union(0917)575.5766

RED MANGA ALLIANCEQuezon Avenue, San Fernando,La Union(0919)859.4515

ASIA STAR PROJECTSan Fernando, La Union(0926)507.6657


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PANGASINAN VISITORS BUREAU33 Gov. Antonio Sison St., Lingayen, Pangasinan(0928)733.4798

HOTEL CONSUELO RESORT &CHINESE RESTAURANT Maramba Blvd., Lingayen, Pangasinan (075)662.0848 / (0999)354.6011

HOTEL TRISH & TRISHLAND Rizal St., Mangaldan, Pangasinan (075)527.3767 / (0917)554.9711

ILOG MALINO BEACH RESORTBolinao, Pangasinan (0933)401.5191

ISLANDIA HOTEL Palamis, Alaminos City, Pangasinan (075)551.3683 / (0917)577.8785

ORCHIDS HOTEL Brgy. 4, Rizal St. Dagupan City (075)516.2568 / 522.3221 / (0918)555.8001

PUNTA RIVIERA DEL MAR, INC. Ilog Malino, Bolinao, Pangasinan (0905)553.1401 / (0943)551.2582

PUROK MARCELA RESORTGUEST HOUSE Lingayen, Pangasinan (0917)102.0131 / (0920)970.3227

RAGTIME SUITES & RESTO Perez Blvd., Dagupan City (075)529.6932 / 522.7524 / (0917)508.8320

ROHEIM FARM RESORTSan Fabian, Pangasinan(02)710.3203 / (0998)571.9025 / (0917)814.1974

U & ME APARTELLE & INNAlaminos, Pangasinan (0939)108.6056

FOOD / RESTAURANTSAJUSSHI’S KOREAN SHACKM.H Del Pilar Mayombo Dist.,Dagupan City(0917)817.9772

ALIBABA SHAWARMA &SIZZLING MEALS1343 Tamdoc 1 Subd., Lucao Dist., Dagupan City(0909)065.4321

BEACH CAFECapitol Bay Walk, Lingayen,Pangasinan(0917)505.3935

CIUDAD ELMINAMayombo & Bacayao Norte,Dagupan City(0916)533.2580

ELIANA’S RESTO GRILL Alaminos City, Pangasinan(0927)393.0125 / (0947)922.4704

LGU OF TALAVERATalavera, Nueva Ecija(044)336.0038 / (0935)208.7953

LGU OF GENERAL TINIO/PAPAYAPapaya, Nueva Ecija(0905)312.9383

LGU OF BONGABONBongabon, Nueva Ecija(0975)693.3030

LGU OF SAN JOSE CITYSan Jose City(0906)430.0602

LGU OF NAMPICUANNampicuan, Nueva Ecija(0905)956.7888

LGU OF GABALDONGabaldon, Nueva Ecija(0915)337.0487

LGU OF LAURLaur, Nueva Ecija

LGU OF PALAYAN CITYPalayan City(044)940.5510 / (0918)965.6360

LGU OF CUYAPOCuyapo, Nueva Ecija(0915)655.2898

LGU OF ZARAGOZAZaragoza, Nueva Ecija(0915)351.0934

LGU OF CABIAOCabiao, Nueva Ecija

ADVERTISINGPINTA BY ERROLCabanatuan City(0917)860.0255

SPAL J SPA OR TOUCH OF CARE Guimba, Nueva Ecija(0916)571.7861

MERLETTE SPARADISE GARDEN & WELLNESS CENTERCabanatuan City(0905)348.2433

NORTHERN MASSAGE & SPACabanatuan City(0927)300.9117

TRIPLE J’S NAILS AND BODY SPACabanatuan City(044)951.1400 / (0927)476.6566

OTHERSANTREXE ENTERPRISECabanatuan City(044)330.0388 / (0977)813.5297

HOTEL / RESORTS / LODGINGCAPITOL RESORT HOTELCapitol Complex, Lingayen, Pangasinan (075)542.5871 / (0947)978.8349 / (0917)721.5348

CARTHEL ISLAND RESORTSual, Pangasinan (0906)247.0895

CASA DEL CAMBAAlaminos City, Pangasinan (075)205.0538 / 205.0591 / (0998)995.4491 / (0933)675.4162

CIUDAD FERNANDINO HOTEL & RESTAURANT Nancayasan, Urdaneta City (075)568.2416 / (0917)824.0039

DASOLAND ADVENTURE PARKDasol, Pangasinan (02)847.0523 / 847.0525 / (0918)612.3432 / (0917)869.7447

DOÑA JOSEFA AQUINO BEACH RESORTAlaminos City, Pangasinan(0921)795.8578

EL PUERTO MARINA RESORT & VACATION CLUB Pangapisan, Lingayen, Pangasinan (075)632.5769 / (0917)677.8492

DISHENYO ATELIERCabanatuan City(044)464.7795 / (0906)484.4075

PHIL RICE RESEARCH INSTITUTEMuñoz, Nueva Ecija(044)456.0285 / (0998)868.5540

YOGURTREE & PUNO’SFROZEN DAIRIES INCCabanatuan City(044)463.0818 / (0927)975.7654

FARM VILLEGASAgri-Farm & Training Center196 Mari Street, Macatbong,Cabanatuan City(0905)389.3503

GIRON BOTANICPlants & Accents/Garden ConsultancyBrgy. Sinipit, Bongabon, Nueva Ecija(0922)850.5599 / (0917)414.1649


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SUBIC BAY HATS ANDVISITORS BOARDHarbor Point Mall Admin Office,3F Rizal Highway, Subic Bay Freeport Zone(047)250.8888

HOTELSBAYFRONT HOTELBlk 19 Lot 1, Moonbay Marina Complex, Waterfront Rd., CBD Area Subic Bay Freeport Zone(047)252.3148

CASA SAN MIGUELBarangay San Miguel, San Antonio, 2206 Zambales(0917)838.2752

FOREST VIEW LEISURE RESIDENCESAdmin Bldg. El Kabayo Road, Binictican, Subic Bay Freeport Zone(047)252.6089

HOTEL BAHIA SUBIC BAYBldg.664 Waterfront Road, Subic Bay Freeport Zone(047)252.2893 / 252.2894 / 252.1913

LECIEL HOTELDewey Ave., Subic Bay Freeport Zone(047)252.2522 to 23

MOONBAY MARINA VILLASBlock 5 Lot 1 Moonbay Marina Complex, Waterfront Road,Subic Bay Freeport Zone(047)252.9718 / (047)252.1663

SUBIC BAY VENEZIA HOTELBldg 675 cor Aguinaldo and Canal Streets, Central Business District,Subic Bay Freeport Zone(047)252.1888 / (047)252.8404

SUBIC GRAND HARBOUR HOTEL249 Waterfront Road,Subic Bay Freeport Zone(047)250.9888 / (047)250.3071

SUBIC PARK HOTELBlk 3 Lot 2A, Moonbay Marina, Waterfront Road Central Business District Area,Subic Bay Freeport Zone(047)252.2092 / (047)252.2093

TERRACE HOTELBlk 1 Lot 2, 3 & 3A Moonbay Marina, Waterfront Road, Central Business District, Subic Bay Freeport Zone(047)250.2732

THE LIGHTHOUSE MARINA RESORTBlk 4 Lot 1 Moonbay Marina,Waterfront RoadSubic Bay Freeport Zone(047)252.5000

RESTAURANTXTREMELY XPRESSO CAFÉLot 1 Dewey Avenue, Sta. Rita, Subic Bay Freeport Zone(047)252.3681

ATTRACTIONSFUNTASTIC PARKBldg. 2070, Corregidor Highway, East Ilanin Forest, Subic Bay Freeport Zone(047)250.3099

NETWORX JETSPORTSWaterfront Road,

FRY DAYSMayombo Dist., Dagupan City(0917)701.4028

GINO’S SISIGPerez Blvd., Dagupan City(0923)533.5536

KOPPITEA RESTO KAFFEM.H Del Pilar, Mayombo Dist.,Dagupan City(075)522.8290 / 515.6088

KUYA MAX RESTAURANTDe Venecia Highway,Dagupan City(0917)523.5629

MATUTINA’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT De Venecia Ext. Highway, Dagupan City(0977)826.0228 / (0917)529.0088

NENA’S GARDENSitio Tondaligan, Bonuan Gueset, Dagupan City(0920)950.3074 / (0922)844.7015

PAPA DONG’S GRILL & RESTORamos St. Lingayen, Pangasinan (075)529.1214 / (0977)840.6006

PATIO ELMINA RESTAURANTDe Venecia, Highway, Dagupan City(0933)003.9509

PIA’S PLACETapuac Dist..,Dagupan City(075)540.1117 / (0917)778.5207)

RESTO J ONEBaker’s Compund, Mayombo Dist., Dagupan City(0917)520.9584

SUNGAYAN GRILLBolinao, Pangasinan(0912)353.4433 / (0977)853.7582

TRAVEL AND TOURISMALL FOR J TRAVEL & TOURS Lingayen, Pangasinan(0921)903.8550 / (0925)741.0125

ESGALA TRAVEL & TOURS CIP Complex, Brgy. San Miguel, Calasiao, Pangasinan(075)522.4794 / 522.0534 / (0920)951.7972

KHARMELA EVENTS TRAVEL & TOURS 160 New Public Market Bldg. A., Poblacion, Urdaneta City, Pangasinan(075)529.7392 / (0917)720.0233

REGENCY ESCAPADE TRAVEL & TOURS 174 2nd Flr., M&A Bldg. Ambrosio St., Poblacion, Urdaneta City, Pangasinan(075)656.4788 / (0917)585.3124

TRAVVY INTERNATIONAL CORP. El Puerto Marina, Pangapisan North,

Lingayen, Pangasinan(075)736.7078 / 587.6024 / (0916)464.6919 / (0917)535.0166

OTHERSALLIED BOTANICAL CORPORATION c/o Mr. Herlo Atole126 C. Lichauco, Tayug, Pangasinan No. 15, 21st Avenue, Brgy. Tagumpay Cubao 1109, Quezon City, Philippines (02)911.2822 / (0998)566.8774

PROVINCIAL TOURISM & CULTURAL AFAIRS OFFICE 1st Floor Malong Bldg., Capitol Complex,Lingayen, Pangasinan (075)542.6853 / (0999)883.9740

LA PLAYA AZUL SUBD.Bonuan Gueset, Dagupan City(0939)417.0000

LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNIT OFALAMINOS CITY Alaminos City, Pangasinan (075)551.2525 / (0927)992.3180

LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNIT OF BALUNGAO Balungao, Pangasinan(075)518.2116 / (0917)828.1072

MORMONT ENTERPRISES Lingayen, Pangasinan(0947)812.8839

PHILIPPINE ADVENTURECONSULTANTS INC.Boulevard St. Lucap., Alaminos City, Pangasinan(0925)672.2722

VICTORY LINER INC.407 E. Rodriguez Sr. Avenue, Brgy. Pinagkaisahan Cubao, Quezon City(02)725.3539 / (0918)888.6997


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CHAPS DINER AND CAFÉ AT KART CITYMac Arthur Highway(in front of SM City Tarlac) San Roque, Tarlac City(045)491.4053 / (0922)867.8395

CHIMICHANGA MEXICAN BAR & GRILLUnit I Talon Citi Plaza,San Sebastian-Fairlane by Pass Road Tarlac City(0923)747.1363

D&C CUISINE Zamora St. San Roque Tarlac City(045)982.0485/ (0917)514.0513

DAMPA SA TARLAC SEAFOODS RESTOFelomina Subdivision,MacArthur HighwayBrgy. San Rafael Tarlac City(045)491.1601 / (0919)998.0106

DP RESTAURANT & EVENTS PLACERizal St. Cor Burgos St. Poblacion, Camiling, Tarlac(045)628.2946 / (0917)574.7343

E&M LUTONG BAHAYSouthern by Pass Road San Sebastian Tarlac City(0919)272.8708 / (0915)466.6667

GOOD EARTH FARMS AND FOODS38 Romulo Highway, Carangian,Tarlac City(0917)278.9237 / (0977)398.6682

HAMILTON’S RESTAURANTCaramutan, Lapaz, Tarlac(045)491.0491 / (0918)897.5818

HUAT CHAN TEA HOUSE RESTAURANTMc Arthur Highway, Ligtasan,Tarlac City(045)491.4176 / 983.3883 / (0922)873.9979

JACK MEETS KALDI SPECIALTY COFFEEUnit II- Cluster IV Ripples Building, Talon City Plaza, South by pass road, San Vicente, Tarlac City(045)628.1600

LATINO’S SEAFOOD GRILLAND RESTAURANTMac Arthur Highway San Nicolas Blk 5, Tarlac City(045)800.2007 / (0925)810.3511

LATTETUDE CAFÉSunGarden Hotel Milagros St.Aquino Subd., Tarlac City(045)982.0688

MARY ANN’S KITCHEN 7044 Fairlane Subd., Tarlac City(0998)959.6135

MEL’S CATERING SERVICESNorthern Hills Subd., Tarlac City(045)491.0233 / (0922)877.4592

M. PARAISO CATERING SERVICESSan Rafael Tarlac City(045)985.0457/ (0925)814.6426 / (0922)896.6425

NICOLE’S CATERINGCapas, Tarlac City(0927)856.5296

PASEO DE HILARIO GRILL AND RESTAURANT04 Hilario St., Tarlac City(045)982.4146 / (0918)936.4578/ (0922)859.2345

PASSELLO RESTAURANT ANDCATERING SERVICES23 Hilario St. Ligtasan Tarlac City(045)491.4938 / (0916)716.6575

PRIMADELI RISTORANTE &CATERING SERVICESSouthern by Pass Road,San Vicente Tarlac City(045)491.0539 / (0939)910.2186 / (0923)340.3761

RAZON’S RESTAURANT BY GLENN (HALO-HALO & PALABOK)Cor. F. Tanedo St. And Panganiban st. San Nicolas Tarlac City &LC Bldg, MacArthur Highway San Roque Tarlac(045)491.4955 / (045)982.0081

RUSTICA RESTAURANTConcepcion-Magalang Road Purok 3 San Juan, Concepcion, Tarlac(045)491.7843 / (0915)194.9586

SOLACE LIFESTYLE BAR & RESTAURANTSouthern By Pass Road,San Vicente Tarlac City(045)470.8054 / (0927)474.4102

TANJUAKIO CATERING SERVICESHilario St. Ligtasan Tarlac City(045)982.8535 / (0920)919.9109 / (0918)921.9219

TARLAC FORTUNE HK SEAFOOD RESTAURANT1030 MacArthur Highway,San Nicolas, Tarlac City (045)982.0558 / Fax: 8000 547 / 982.1841

TATUNS KAMBINGANFilipino Restaurant7051 Fairlane Subd. Tarlac City(0916)229.4541

TESSIE’S GRILLS & ROASTERSMacArthur Highway, San Roque,Tarlac City(045)982.5500 / Fax 982 4100 / (0922)826.0908

TITA PATS RESTAURANT ANDCATERING SERVICESRosario Street Concepcion, Tarlac(0906)252.0276

RESTAURANTS / BAKESHOP / CATERERSCAFE MAJA RICALa Maja Rica Hotel, Mc Arthur Highway, Ligtasan, Tarlac City(045)491.3927 / (0920)945.1182

CAFÉ ROYALESouthern By Pass Road,Brygy. San Vicente(045)470.8054

CAFÉ TEODORAL Square Hotel McArthur Highway San Rafael Tarlac City (045)491.0714 / (0917)825.5710

TARLAC CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAUc/o Microtel by Wyndham Luisita, Luisita Industrial Park, San Miguel, Tarlac City 2300(0905)[email protected]

Central Business DistrictSubic Bay Freeport Zone,Zambales 2222(047)252.3469

TREE TOP ADVENTUREJest Area, Upper Mau, Cubi PointSubic Bay Freeport Zone(047)252.9425 / (0922)576.9156 / (0915)838.9354

TOURISM STAKEHOLDERSSUBIC.COM now GOTO PLUS2nd Floor Unit 205 GT Building,14A Sta. Rita Corner Canal RoadSubic Freeport Zone, Zambales, 2222(047)252.9978

ABENSONHarbor Point, Rizal Highway,Olongapo, 2222 Zambales(047)250.8888

OTHERSSYSCOMUnit 1F-9A Business Center 6, PHILEXCEL Business Center Park, Manuel Roxas Highway,Clark Freeport Zone (0917)709.5224


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URDU RESTAURANT AND BAKESHOPMain Branch: 71 P. Burgos St.Poblacion, Tarlac City (045)982.2981 or 982.3373 / (0917)511.3835

VES FOOD RESORT & VILLAS588 Sto. Domingo II, Capas, Tarlac(045)491.3467 / (0917)319.5707

HOTEL, RESORTS, & ACCOMMODATIONL PARAS RESORTBrgy. Dolores, Tarlac City(045)982.3715 / (045)982.3730

L SQUARE HOTELMcArthur Highway San Rafael,Tarlac City (045)491.0714/ (0917)825.5727

LA MAJA RICA HOTEL & RESTAURANT Mc Arthur Highway, Ligtasan,Tarlac City 2300 (045)491.3914 / (045)491.3913 / (0918)427.9228

LUISITA CENTRAL PARK HOTEL Hacienda Luisita San Miguel Tarlac City(045)985.1912 / (0917)514.1914

MICROTEL BY WYNDHAM LUISITALuisita Industrial Park Road San Miguel Tarlac City 2301(045)985.1770 / (045)985.1975

NICK HOTELStop Over Commercial Complex,Mc Arthur Highway, Namkwang Road cor. Gerona-Pura Road, Brgy. Abagon, Gerona, Tarlac(045)931.3742 / (0933)374.9249 / (045)491.5260 / (045)491.5259

SUNGARDEN HOTELMilagros St. Aquino Subd.,Tarlac City(045)982.0688 / 982.143

VES FOOD RESORT & VILLAS588 Sto. Domingo II, Capas, Tarlac(045)491.3467 / (0917)319.5707

PLACE TO VISITAQUINO ANCESTRAL HOUSEMabini St. Poblacion Concepcion,Tarlac City(0920)265.8760

AQUINO MUSEUMLuisita Industrial Park Road San Miguel Tarlac City 2301(045)985.0968

CAPAS NATIONAL SHRINEBrgy. Cristo Rey, Capas, Tarlac(045)925.0154 loc 109

TARLAC RECREATIONAL PARKSan Jose, Tarlac(045)493.2484

MONASTERIO DE TARLACSan Jose, Tarlac(045)493.3002

EVENT VENUES & SUPPLIERSAQUINO CENTER Luisita Industrial Park RoadLuisita, San Miguel, Tarlac City(045)985.0968

AZAYA GARDENMacArthur Highway, Estrada, Capas(045)985.0045 / (045)491.2820 / (0920)945.1183

KIM’S GARDEN PLACEMatatalaib, Tarlac City (045)491.3917

THE TARLAC EVENTS PLACETimes Square Complex Ninoy Aquino BlvdSan Vicente, Tarlac City(045)493.2875/ 493.0009

EVENT EVENTSPoblacion 1, Gerona, Tarlac(0918)918.9538 / (0923)502.3861

THE BELLA PLAZALot 42 David Ave.cor Dizon St.San Sebastian Village (Gate 2)Tarlac City(045)982.8810 / (0917)851.8552

LEISURE & SPORTSJSJ GOAT FARMBrgy. Caturay Gerona, Tarlac(0918)908.0488 / (0922)818.1488

KART CITY (KCT)MacArthur Highway(in front of SM City Tarlac)San Roque, Tarlac City(045)491.4053 / (0922)867.8395

LUISITA GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB INC.San Miguel Tarlac City(045)985.0810/ (045)491.2071 / (0917)514.8950 / (0922)890.5807

LGC BIKE EXPRESS 41 M.H. Del Pilar, Tarlac City (045)628.6076 / (0917)566.7036

TARLAC MOUNTAINEERING CLUBFairlane Subdivision, Tarlac(0915)944.2224

TRI FORCE CLUBSan Sebastian Tarlac City(0939)927.0377

SOUVENIR & TOURSCENTRO PASALUBONG DE TARLACMcArthur Highway Brgy.Ligtasan,Tarlac City(Beside Huat Chan Restaurant) (0922)736.6412

DISENYO NG TARLAC SOUVENIRAND TOURSBarangay San Rafael, Tarlac City, Tarlac(045)493.1155 / (0919)811.7811

EGT TRAVEL AND TOURSZone 4 Brgy.Maliwalo Tarlac City(045)628.0292 / (0917)807.0601

NORTH SHORE TRAVEL AND TOURSUnit 3 Felsennon Bldg.McArthur HighwayBlock 6 San Roque Tarlac City (045)493.0305 / (0928)855.1914

PROUDLY TARLAC MADE Inc.147 Surgui 3rd Camiling Tarlac(045)934.0313

VES TRAVEL AND TOURS588 Sto. Domingo II Capas, Tarlac(0917)548.6247 / (045)491.0551

VISITOURS PHILIPPINES TRAVEL AGENCY CORP.166 Romulo Blvd. cor Rosal St. Brgy San Vicente Tarlac City. (045)628.1563 / (0915)388.5269

LGU PARTNERSTARLAC PROVINCIAL INVESTMENT TOURISM AND INFORMATION OFFICE 2nd Floor, Tarlac Capitol(045)982.1234 loc 148

PROVINCE OF TARLAC - SUSTAINABLE TOURISM DEVELOPMENT PROJECT –TARLAC ECO TOURISM3rd Floor, Tarlac Capitol(045)925.9930/ (0917)857.9208

TARLAC CITY TOURISM OFFICE 2nd Floor Ninoy Aquino Plazuela,Tarlac City

CAPAS TOURISM OFFICEMacArthur Highway, Capas, Tarlac(045)925.0154 loc 109 / (0919)962.3149

OTHERSLUZON PETRON SERVICE STATIONMacArthur Highway San Roque,Tarlac City(045)982.5275 / (0918)803.8780

RED SLAB POTTERY37 B Sanchez Farm Brgy. Bulo Victoria Tarlac(0917)580.8942

WWW.VISITTARLAC.COMSurgui 3rd Camiling, Tarlac(0917)807.2152 / (0920)963.8021

THEM COOPERATIVEGround floor, Diwa ng Tarlac,San Vicente, Tarlac City(0926)661.6947


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