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LA UNION’S
SURFING
HAVEN
SURFING HOT SPOT
OF THE NORTH

E XPLORING
CALLAO CAVE
CAGAYAN'S DEPTHS AT ITS BEST

WILD RIVER
RIDING CAGAYAN'S RAPIDS

BULACAN
GEARS UP FOR THE
ANNUAL SINGKABAN
Find everything up north - from cultural heritage sites, to excellent cuisine; from fine For inquiries, call the North Philippines Visitors Bureau at (632) 637-6798, or any
sandy beaches to cool mountain weather… it’s all there! Covering the four northern of its affiliate local Conventions and Visitors Bureaus located in Pampanga, Greater
regions of the country - Ilocos, Cagayan Valley, the Cordilleras and Central Luzon – North Clark, Greater Subic, Tarlac, Pangasinan, Pangasinan West, La Union, Baguio,
Philippines has much more to offer than people had previously imagined.
Ilocos Norte, and Cagayan North (see directory listing at the back of the magazine)
It is fast becoming the preferred destination for meetings, incentives, conventions
and exhibitions because of its great facilities and close proximity to Metro Manila. Just
a car ride away. And now, the North is even more accessible with the new North Luzon
Expressway (NLEX) and the recently opened Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEx).

Together, let us experience North Philippines. Rediscover the North!


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CRUISE
CONTROL PATHWAYS
10
QUICK TIPS FOR EXPLORING
EXTREME TRAVEL CALLAO CAVE
Engaging in an extremely
Spelunking Callao Cave is not
memorable travel adventure
difficult but the experience is not
is a breeze if you follow these
compromised.
important tips.

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TIME AND TIDE WAIT
IN LA UNION
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Travelers are starting to
recognize La Union for its
surfing beach, San Juan.

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LA UNION HOTELS

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These hotels will make travelers
feel like they’ve never left home.
Experience W.W.R. up North

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SURFING HAVEN
Ride the waves at the Surfing
Capital of the North.

ON THE COVER
LA UNION SURFING
40 LUNA’S
BOUNTY
An interesting
With friendly waves and more .
accessible roads, La Union encounter with La Union’s
has been a favorite destina- pebble beach in Luna
tion for surfing aficionados.
With surfing lessons and nice
resorts, La Union is a perfect
getaway for surfers and even
those who just need a break
from the bustling city life.

Photographed by
Abel Baldemor

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EDITOR
SEPTEMBER - NOVEMBER Ivan Anthony Henares
Festivities Calendar
ASSOCIATE EDITOR
Robby Benson Torres

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> MARIAN Voyage of Peace
> NPVB Annual Meeting
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PICO Integrated Marketing Agency

PHOTO CONTRIBUTORS
Dear Friends,

Welcome to North Philippines! I invite you to


> NPVB welcomes new Abel Baldemor, Sol Racelis, Melchor G. explore the exciting events and destinations that make
corporate partners Labagala III, Oggie Ramos, Michael Alison north Philippines a great place to visit anytime of the
R. Alviar, Vazir Querol, Rommel Diaz, year.
Third Gonzales, Farlet Vale, Jerry Chan,
7 NPVB Welcome Note Jericson Valle, Gina K. Dycaico
In order to help our visitors, the North
Philippines Visitor Bureau (NPVB), a private sector
tourism organization that aims to boost tourism in
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Christa de la Cruz, Sol Racelis,
the Ilocos Region, Cagayan Valley, the Cordilleras
and Central Luzon through meetings, incentives,
Kristy Ann Texon, Constantine Agustine,
48 Directory Jerome Baluyut conventions and exhibitions (MICE), comes out
with its third issue of Northbound Magazine, a free
quarterly visitors’ guide to the region.
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MARKETING DIRECTOR
Michelle Bautista The third issue of Northbound features the La
Union Convention and Visitors Bureau (LUCVB),
ADVERTISING EXECUTIVES the Cagayan North Visitors Bureau (CNCVB), and
Joan Cyril Mallari, Joanna Montoya, various adventure destinations and activities in North
Malvin Romero, Anne Chavez, Philippines including white water rafting, kayaking,
Carla Tolentino, Bobby Buenaflor, surfing, trekking and spelunking. The magazine also
Lorena Castro, Cha Fernandez, features destinations and activities in other provinces
John Almeda, Rommel Bobiles, of north Philippines such as the Singkaban Festival in
Cai Cena, Chee Estanislao Bulacan.
This third issue is also special as the NPVB
Published quarterly by the
welcomes Victory Liner, Inc. and Robinsons Land
North Philippines Visitors Bureau in partnership with Corporation as partners in the promotion of tourism
PICO Integrated Marketing Agency in north Philippines. To Victory Liner and Robinsons
Land, NPVB and its network of Conventions and
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Email: northbound@northphilippines.org We are sure you will enjoy this third issue of
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Kudos to your article about the


beaches of Zambales and the rest
of Northwest Luzon!

Being an avid mountain climber, I


would like to suggest however that
you feature another natural feature
that the North is very famous for
- its mountains. The Cordillera
region has a lot of mountains that
can easily rank among the most
fascinating in Southeast Asia. We
have Mt. Pulag, with its unique
summit covered with dwarf bamboo
groves, as well as cross-country
trails amid the temperate breeze of
pine forests.

Going back to Zambales, its open,


grassy mountains are excellent
spots to view its famed beaches.
We have Mt. Balingkilat and
Mt. Cinco Picos that overlooks
Anawangin, Silanguin, and Nagsasa
Thanks you very much for providing Cove, and even Capones Island.
us a copy of issue No. 2 of There are trails connecting these
NORTHBOUND MAGAZINE. peaks straight to the beach! And
of course there are many more
Congratulations for coming up awaiting discovery.
with such a beautiful magazine.
The features and photos are vivid We look forward to reading more
and enticing, surely anyone who issues of Northbound Magazine.
reads it will be enticed to go road- Reading about all these beautiful
tripping towards the North’s jewel places is as refreshing as cool
destinations. Cordillera mountain breeze.

LILIA B. DE LIMA
GIDEON LASCO
Director General PinoyMountaineer.com
Philippine Economic Zone Authority

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CRUISE CONTROL

Motion sickness can


QUICK TIPS FOR
strike anyone. Anytime.
EXTREME TRAVEL
The emergence of extreme sports
in the country has now made a lot
of adventure-seeking Pinoys spoilt
for choice. Most of these sports
are offered outside the metro, but
quite a handful of people think that COLD SWEAT FATIGUE & DIZZINESS
traveling just to get to such sites is
well worth the trip.

For some, traveling may as • Bring extra plastic bags


well be an extreme sport, for wet clothes. A number of
because it takes you out extreme sports will get you wet,
and plastic bags make bringing
of your comfort zone. Like
home wet clothes so much easier.
an extreme sport, it can be
fun, but also challenging. • Pack a first-aid kit. You’ll
Below are some tips for never know what’s in store for
conquering the feat that is you out there, so it would be RAPID BREATHING NAUSEA & VOMITING
traveling. best if you come prepared for
emergencies.
• Always carry a bottle of water
• Before you embark on a trip,
Take
with you. Traveling can tire you
out, and water will keep you take an anti-dizziness tablet.
from being dehydrated. Water The ride to the site may be
will also prime you for whatever bumpy, and you’d want to save
sport you’ll try. your energy for the sport that’s
waiting for you.

If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.

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ADVERTISING FEATURE

SOUTHEAST ASIA’S ROX (RECREATIONAL OUTDOOR


EXCHANGE) IS THE BIGGEST OUTDOOR
BIGGEST OUTDOOR SPORTS AND RECREATION HUB IN ASIA.

SUPERSTORE AND IT’S HERE IN THE PHILIPPINES!

Top-of-the-line outdoor sporting


brands fill-up the 1,800 square
meters of retail area.

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LA UNION
Like an underdog suddenly and silently
gaining advantage, the tourism industry in
La Union has picked up in the recent years.

It was back in 2007 when a


group of hotel managers, owners, and
businessmen decided to establish the La STRAIGHT
Union Convention and Visitors Bureau
(LUCVB), a collective under the North
AHEAD
Philippines Visitors Bureau (NPVB).
The LUCVB brought together hotels
and other establishments with the
common aim of promoting La Union as
a prime tourist destination.
While a lot of the popular
Philippine beaches are found in
the South, the LUCVB is staunch
in promoting La Union’s unique
strengths. Currently, the group is
putting forward the town of San Juan To further make traveling to the north easier, an
as the main attraction of the province. 84.5-kilometer, four-lane expressway is being made
and will be known as the Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union
The dawn of the surfing culture Expressway. The said expressway will connect La Paz,
in San Juan has done wonders, as more Tarlac and Rosario, La Union. Once all four lanes are
complete, the Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway
and more travelers come to La Union will be able to accommodate 25,000 vehicles. Started in
to catch the waves. It is said that the January 2009, the construction of this expressway aims
waves in La Union are kinder than to boost trade, tourism through speedy transportation
in Tarlac, Eastern Pangasinan, and La Union.
those in other surfing beaches, thus
providing a perfect spot for beginners.
Local surfing instructors in the area are what San Juan and other La Union
always ready to teach a new batch of
ILOCOS NORTE

towns have to offer.


surfers. Moreover, since the destination While the LUCVB has
is just a couple of hours from Manila, accomplished what they initially set
commuting travelers are spared from an out to do—which is to promote La
extremely exhausting journey. Union’s offerings—the group chooses
Because of the immense potential not to rest on its laurels. The LUCVB
of San Juan, it is usually the chosen seeks to forge partnerships with more
venue for LUCVB’s events. The success marketing and events groups, and
of Summer Chill 1 and 2 is testament tourism systems to allow La Union to
that people are starting to recognize reach its full potential.

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In the recent years, La Union’s popularity rose again because of


its beaches. Water sports like snorkeling and surfing has put La
Union on the map, and weekenders flock to this place to get
their fill of adventure. Travelers have nothing to worry about
when they visit this charming place, as hotels and resorts will
make them feel like they’ve never left home.

Thunderbird The china sea coconut grove hotel ariana


ADDRESS: Poro Point Freeport beach resort ADDRESS: Km 263 National ADDRESS: Paringao, Bauang,
Zone, San Fernando City, La Union ADDRESS: Paringao, Bauang, La Highway 2501 Bauang, La Union La Union TELEPHONE: (072)
TELEPHONE: (072) 888-7777 Union TELEPHONE: (072) 607- TELEPHONE: (072) 607-6604 705-0050 / 705-0080 E-MAIL:
E-MAIL: pororeservations@ 6607 / 705-0833 WEBSITE: http:// FAX: (072) 607-6621 WEBSITE: hotelariana.marketing@gmail.com
thunderbird-asia.com WEBSITE: www.chinaseabeachresort.com.ph http://coco.com.ph WEBSITE: http://www.
http://www.thunderbirdresorts.com/ hotelariana.com.ph
philippines/ The China Sea Beach Resort takes Coconut Grove Beach Resort is the
pride in being a family-oriented perfect destination for anyone who is The Zen-inspired interiors of Hotel
Just a few minutes away from the establishment, and this idea is evident bound for a day or two of relaxation Ariana in Bauang, La Union provide
premiere and oldest surfing haven of in their amenities and services. The in the surfing capital of the north. guests with a calming atmosphere.
San Juan, La Union is the home of resort features a child-friendly pool, so With its 28 spacious and Hispanic/ The hotel features sleek interiors
Thunderbird Resort—a Mediterranean- the entire family can enjoy in the water. Filipino-inspired rooms, 24-hour bar and muted hues. This is also a
inspired hotel on an over 65-hectare There is free WiFi access in the hotel. and restaurant service, and world-class perfect choice for business trips, as
property in Poro Point that opened its Their restaurant also offers the best amenities, Coconut Grove should satisfy Hotel Ariana is WiFi ready, and
doors in May 2008. What used to be a continental dishes in the province. even the most discerning guest. is equipped with its own business
United States Air Force Facility called It is no wonder that guests— The sporty ones can enjoy the various center.
the Wallace Air Station, the Poro Point comprised of Europeans, Koreans and activities such as surfing, scuba diving, Guests can have their fill of
Freeport Zone is now being developed locals—are huge fans of the restaurant. Hash House Harriers, golf, fishing Chinese-Cantonese cuisine in the
into a major tourist and economic There is something for everyone, as the and lawn bowling among others. The hotel restaurant. Their bestsellers are
destination—boasting its cove of white restaurant offers Mexican, European, adventurous diner can have a luxurious Spareribs Salt and Pepper, Ariana
beach as the only one in the province. American, and Filipino cuisine. dining experience in their 24-hour Seafood Soup, Steamed Fish Fillet
This enjoyment of the seaside wonder bar and restaurant with their Filipino, in Ginger Leek Sauce, Ariana Fried
is complemented by world-class European, and Thai cuisine. Rice, Hot Shrimp Salad, and Cold
accommodations and modern facilities Cuts.
of the resort.

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With waves coming in almost all-year round,


the town of San Juan in La Union is hailed as the
Surfing Capital of the North. Only six to seven hours
from Manila, surf bums in the metro can easily ride
an Ilocos-bound bus and get off right in front of
Urbiztondo Beach in San Juan.
BY CHRISTA DE LA CRUZ | PHOTOGRAPHED BY ABEL BALDEMOR

San Juan’s beach breaks is now a


popular spot for beginning surfers

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The South swell in the months
of May to August and North swell
in the months of October to March
appeal to both the beginner and
advanced surfer, especially since
there are separate spots for soft waves
breaking on sand bottom and for
trickier waves breaking on coral reefs.
Surfing in San Juan picked up
in the early ‘80s when Australians
and Americans frequenting the
Wallace Air Station at Poro Point
found the promising waters of
La Union. It did not take long
before the locals grabbed their own
boards and rode their own waves.
Eventually, a local community who
can stand out in the sport of surfing
was born in the beach strip.

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One of the best local surfers
and surfing instructor is 27-year old
half-Australian Luke Landrigan.
Raised in the Philippines, he
represented the country in various
surfing competitions like the 1st
Asian Beach Games in Bali last
October where he bagged a silver
medal. When asked about what he
loves about La Union aside from
2 the waves, Luke shares that La
Union lifestyle is a mix of the city
and the province—“we have malls,
cinemas, golf courses, and casinos;
but we also have fresh seafood and
vegetables and zero traffic.” He also
adds that the community of surfers
in San Juan is like a big family
extending their knowledge to those
who wants to learn about surfing.

(1) A shot of Luke Landrigan at


sundown (2) Lemon demonstrates
3 the basics of surfing (3) An advanced
surfer performs a floater

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Felimon “Lemon” Dines,
another surfing instructor, claims
that San Juan’s beach breaks are
more suitable for teaching surfing
than Siargao’s waves. Before sending
his students into the water, he first
demonstrates the proper positions
and stances and gives out necessary
precautions. Instructors in the area
charge PhP200/hour for a board
plus PhP200/hour for surfing 2
lessons.
A surf board shaper and also a
surfing instructor, 61-year-old Kazuo
Akinaga has been surfing since
1967 in different places like Japan,
California and Hawaii. After seeing
the good waves of San Juan and
meeting the hospitable locals, he left Surf Camp boasts of its
Japan 15 years ago and settled right being a one-stop surf resort
in front of the beach. Commonly
known as Aki, he taught as much as
30-40 students during his first few 3 San Fernando Airport becomes open
years in La Union. Being one of the Local resorts line the beach to international flights, La Union
pioneers of the sport in the area, he strip of San Juan to accommodate will definitely have further boost in
has helped together various surfing the visiting weekend surfers. One eco-tourism.
oganizations and competitions like of the well-known resorts is the
the first surfing club in 1986. San Juan Surf Resort, also known
as Surf Camp, owned by Brian
Landrigan, father of Luke. As a DIRECTORY
(1) Even kids try out the soft one-stop surf resort, it does not only
waves of Urbiztondo Beach (2) offer boarding and lodging but also San Juan Surf Resort (Surf Camp)
A surfer tries to take off with an Brgy. Urbiztondo, San Juan, La Union
impressive surfing technique hosts a surf school and houses a surf
Tel. No.: (072) 720-0340
(3) A frequent surfer rides the shop. Another accommodation is E-mail: landrigan@sflu.com
waves of San Juan Below: Lola Nanny’s Surf Retreat, owned Website: sanjuansurfresort.com
Surfers from Manila frequent La
Union on weekends by Maria “Lola Nanny” Landrigan,
where one can buy authentic Lola Nanny’s Surf Retreat
Brgy. Urbiztondo, San Juan, La Union
Australian meat pies made by Lola Mobile No.: (0915) 418-4034
Nanny herself.
With the rise of the surfing
industry, La Union is fast-becoming
a major tourist destination. Surfing
events, like the La Union Surfing
Break every October, are drawing
in surfers from different parts of the
Philippines, even different parts of
the world. Locals say that once the

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Unknown to some people in the


country, the Philippines has a long
list of great surfing areas. Here are
some of the other popular surfers’
haunts in the north where you
could ride the waves or simply get
lessons if you are a beginner. PAGUDPUD, ILOCOS NORTE

Few people know that


way beyond the resorts of
Pagudpud is a secret hideaway
called Blue Lagoon, the best
beach in that part of the
country. Saud Beach may
be great, but Maira-Ira is
astounding! And what’s great
CABUGAO, ILOCOS SUR is that on a windy day, the
beach is perfect for surfing.
Kido’s Point has been a
popular site for surfing
competitions in Ilocos Sur,
attracting participants from
surfing areas all over the
country. The place got its
name from Cabugao’s local
surfing hero Kido Cabasug.

BALER, AURORA

Most have heard about


Sabang, a beach break five
to 10 minutes away from the
ZAMBALES town proper where most of
the tourism establishments are
San Narciso is the closest found. Cemento on the other
surf spot city dwellers hand is a reef break which is 30
can enjoy, a mere three minutes away from the town
to four-hour drive from proper. But you can easily get
Manila. lessons in Sabang Beach.

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PATHWAYS
A chapel inside gives emphasis to
the majestic interiors of the cave

Photographed by
MELCHOR G. LABAGALA III

EXPLORI NG
CALLAO CAVE O ut of the five more
popular caves, the
Callao Cave of Sitio Quibbal,
Brgy. Callao, in the town of
Peñablanca, has become a
favorite destination for its
accessibility. I used to see
You have not been to Cagayan it in pictures; and with its
Valley if you have not gone luxurious skylight from the top
of the chapel inside the cave
to any of its popular caves. as the common focal point of
Known as the caving capital of everything that can be seen, I
the Philippines, the province is thought of it as a majestic image
of the meeting of grandeur
home to over 300 caves. of nature and the ingenuity of
mankind.
BY C O N S TA N T I N E A G U S T I N We then decided to plan an
escapade to Cagayan Valley to
venture into the depths of Callao
Cave. Arriving in Tuguegarao City
in the evening, we took a much
needed rest after a long drive to
prepare for the spelunking activity
of the following day. As soon as the
sun was up, we packed the basic
needs for the adventure, which
included some extra shirts, bottled
water and a camera. After getting
the information on how to get to the
destination, we immediately hit the
road. Driving through the national
highway was a breeze, as well as the
road to Peñablanca. Following the
cemented path going to Quibbal
brought us directly to the entrance
of Callao Cave. For the more

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(1) The holy mass is celebrated regularly
in the chapel inside the cave adventurous travelers, there is
(2) Stalactites adorn the cave and are a
there early and before others
photographer’s favorite subject (3) Lush another route that one can take – a arrive in groups will give you a
green vegetation cover some parts of the boat ride that passes through the better chance to get closer to the
cave, complementing the beauty of the
various formations inside it (4) Crossing
Pinacanauan River for PhP 300 per surroundings of the cave.
the Pinacanauan River is one way to get to head. A right turn to the Callao Inside the cave, the calmness
the cave (5) Holes above the cave provide Cave Resort will finally lead you to and serenity of the area is very
dramatic lighting to certain parts of the
cave (6) An image of the holy mother can
the cave. apparent. The sound of alternating
be found in the cave’s chapel A fee of PhP20 at the entrance drops of water from stalagmites
is collected and guides are available that have formed through the
for a negotiable fee. A short trail years and the rhythm that comes
leads to the cemented stairs going up from sweeping the hardened mud

PHOTOGRAPHED BY OGGIE RAMOS


the caves. Start counting once you

PHOTOGRAPHED BY OGGIE RAMOS


floor by the caretaker provided a
hit the first step if you want a first- pleasant beat to every step made. A
hand account of the number of steps view of the surroundings will slow
to the cave. There are supposed to down the initial adrenaline rush
be 187 steps, but some people say from going up the cave and prepare
that there are only 184. Whichever you for more quests inside.
is correct, a three-step difference is At the ceiling of the first
nothing once you get inside. Getting chamber, a natural hole was
1 4

P H O T O G R A P H E D B Y M I C H A E L A L I S O N A LV I A R
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SUBIK CLICKS
No special talents
needed to explore
this wonderful
work of nature

PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST WINNERS

P H O T O G R A P H E D B Y FA R L E T VA L E
formed and provides just enough
sunlight to illuminate the chapel below.
This sight is quite breathtaking and OLONGAPO BATAAN SUBIC BAY ZAMBALES STA. CRUZ,
CATEGORY CATEGORY FREEPORT CATEGORY ZAMBALES
worthy of being the most recognized ZONE CATEGORY
CATEGORY
image and description of Callao Cave.
Several other skylights allowing 1st Place Sta. Cruz
1st place 1st Place 1st Place 1st Place
natural rays of sunlight inside makes Water Edge Weight Lift Twilight at the Mangrove Solitude Waterscape
Tina Marie De Leon
the adventure gracious and theatrical. Diosdado Dominado Mary Ann Agustin Gary Andy Oriño Cleo Roda Nodado

Visiting the other chambers is 2nd place 2nd Place 2nd Place 2nd Place 2nd Place
Walking the Fields of
Look at Me Farmers
manageable even without guides but Parked
Kristine Dominado
Bahay Kubo Kahit Munti
Samuel De Leon Roy Van Morales Pacifico Jose Jr. Green of Golds
Don Clavo De Comer
the last two may need one though it 3rd Place 3rd Place
3rd place 3rd Place The Cross
does not require extraordinary skills in Jump Roy Van Morales Sunset at the Port Morning Wash 3rd Place
Jessica Napalan Samuel De Leon The Wood Gatherer
spelunking. Before finally taking the Jenny Ong
1st Honorable Mention
Danilo Victoriano Jr.
stairs to go down the cave, we opted to 1st Honorable Mention Full Parking 1st Honorable Mention
Taking Flight
1st Honorable Mention
Masinloc Fishermen 1st Honorable Mention
Olongapo Lighthouse Kristine Dominado
go up a little bit more to the view deck Dr. Johann Ong Michael Caballes Dr. Diosdado Dominado Morning Forms
Samuel De Leon
opposite the entrance. An old tree to 2nd Honorable Mention
2nd Honorable Mention
Mighty Egret Guarded 2nd Honorable Mention 2nd Honorable Mention
the right of the stairs stands probably The Lighthouse by Two Horses Teardrops from Heaven
Jose Lemuel Lucas
Ruins
Dr. Arvin Rolly Antipolo
2nd Honorable Mention
Fishermen
Ivy Cabardo Daniel Burrenechea
as the lone witness to the early settlers Pacifica Jose Jr.
3rd Honorable Mention 3rd Honorable Mention
of Callao Cave. After two hours of 3rd Honorable Mention
3 Krus sa Balimpuyo
3rd Honorable Mention
Migrants Lighthouse Sunset Peaceful Giant 3rd Honorable Mention
exploring, we finally decided to end Rodolfo Vicente Dr. Dale Dominado Jenny Ong Brian Gabarda Sagrada Cave
Rodolfo Vicente
An image of the our adventure and as we descended the 4th Honorable Mention 4th Honorable Mention 4th Honorable Mention 4th Honorable Mention
holy family lies stairs, we are sure that the Callao Cave Fishing Alone Montemar Sunset The Lagoon Waves and Rocks 4th Honorable Mention
Elein Castro Jaime Mendoza Jr. Sampaloc Net
inside the cave. Carlo Cesar Rodillas Joy Santos
experience is a memorable adventure Dewey Sergio

for us.
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A wet, wild, and
happy ride awaits
the brave rafter

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BY SOL RACELIS | PHOTOGRAPHED BY ABEL BALDEMOR

Under the afternoon sun, a little girl


with a warm smile greets the incoming
visitors and offers a bottle of colorful
pebbles—this is one of the common
sights that welcome visitors to Luna’s
pebble beach. Named after the
Luna brothers, but originally called
Namacpacan, the town has been
blessed with a shoreline that never
seems to run out of pebbles and stones
of every size and color. Having this
abundant gift from nature, the locals
have made it their source of livelihood.

Stonepickers stay on the shore all day lon


stones and pebbles that they peddle

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THE

ALING
blue, purple, red and yellow. The
A PEBBLE AFFAIR locals say that these stone pebbles
are used as decorations in homes and
Take home bits of the Luna’s Pebble
Beach, literally. Pebbles are sold establishments locally and also sold
for export.

LUCING
at varied amounts according to
shape,colors and quality. In stark contrast to the variety of
little and varied sizes of pebbles found
Flat Stones PhP50 / pail on the beach, a towering structure
Seven Colors PhP80 / pail along the shore of Luna becomes a
Egg Stone PhP80 / pail spectacle of interest—the Baluarte.
One bottle
containing pebbles
of seven colors PhP50
Ravaged by time and the constant
pounding of the waves, this Spanish SISIG STORY
watchtower now stands split in two,
each half supported by concrete
beams. Back in the days of Spanish From a kariton near the foot of Eventually, the sisig became part
rule in the country, this watchtower Balibago Bridge to the train station of the local cuisine that a group of
The faithfuls of the town believe was instrumental in warning the local at Angeles and finally, to the fast young entrepreneurs opened a sisig
that the sea’s abundant blessing is a residents of the town of any imminent food restaurant at the SM malls, stall at the Paskuhan Village of San
provision from the miraculous “Lady threat from the sea. Spanish soldiers Pampangueños have followed the Fernando. Pretty soon, patrons from
of Namacpacan” to help them carry would use it as an observation post delectable taste of Aling Lucing’s nearby provinces and other cities
on a living not entirely dependent on to remain aware of possible attacks sisig since the ‘70s. would regularly troop to Pampanga to
fishing. or disturbance. Centuries later, the After peddling their meat enjoy their crispy sisig. Unfortunately,
This image of the Blessed Virgin rough surface of the Baluarte, the barbeque on the streets, Aling the Pinatubo tragedy hit the town of
Mary, requested from Spain by an bricks showing from its crack, its Lucing and husband Apung Tino San Fernando, including the stalls
Augustinian priest, was originally massive presence and historic past can Cunanan settled at a 12-square- of the Paskuhan Village. It was only
destined to make Vigan as its home still captivate any spectator. meter stand at the Angeles PNR Aling Lucing’s at Crossing that saved
when bad weather prevented it from The rush of waves along the train station, locally known that year’s Christmas.
completing its journey. The people of shoreline of Luna seems to have no as “Crossing”. Swamped with It was in 2001 when Elena Casin
Luna took it as a sign that the Blessed end. Unmindful of the scorching customers from Clark field and and Angelita Ong opened the first
Virgin has chosen to stay in their town. sun, another lady approaches to offer night club employees, Aling Lucing mall branch of Aling Lucing Sisig at
Stone pickers take to the shores a set of newly picked pebbles, and concocted the best Pampanga-style SM’s first provincial mall. After the
everyday to gather stones. One of the Baluarte stands in their midst, sisig served as a partner dish to incorporation of Aling Lucing Sisig
the huts in the area had them sorted remaining faithful to its watchful liquor. Diner, Inc. in July 24, 2001 and its
according to their shape and size. duty, however battered by time. approval by the Securities & Exchange
Interestingly, there are stones that They form a charismatic scene, true Commision in August 1, 2001, the
are shaped like eggs, there are some and reflective of the town’s way of restaurant not only served sisig but
which are flat and there are also those life—one of enduring industry and also other grill foods at affordable
that are of varied shades—gray, green, resilience. prices.
Eventually, the signature dish
reached the metro with Aling Lucing
Stonepickers stay on the Sisig branches and outlets at SM
shore all day long to gather City North, Landmark Makati,
stones and pebbles that they
peddle to visitors.
Pasong Tamo, Salcedo Makati, and
Greenhills Mall San Juan among
others. Aling Lucing’s Sisig became
the standard of all sisig recipes in the
country, thus making her the Queen
of Sisig.
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If there’s any legacy that Bulacan would like


to pass on from one generation to another,
it is its celebration of Singkaban Fiesta
every September 8 to 15.

The name singkaban is derived a mightier race, rather, this is an Madrigal Singers, Kasal: Wedding And to the maximum delight of
from the famous bamboo arc decoration affirmation that we are grateful, Expo and Bridal Fair, Bulacan Travel many Bulakeños and tourists who
usually seen in Philippine Fiestas. It humbled, and jubilant that our sense of Mart featuring the province’s premier will mark the Singkaban Fiesta
was given a deeper meaning in Bulacan pride as a province transcends time and resorts, Tatak Bulakenyo Trade in their calendars, the Provincial
where it actually originated. The fiesta generation.” Expo, Bahay Kubo-Bahay Gulay and Government will convene 21 towns
name stands for Sining at Kalinangan The week-long festivities will Disenyong Hardin ng Magagaling. and three cities in the Parada ng
ng Bulacan. Singkaban is also touted as kick-off on September 8 coinciding The younger audience will mga Karosa, Restaging of popular
the mother of all feasts in this province. with the feast day of Mother Mary certainly enjoy the nightly fireworks festivals and Street Dancing
The event is marked with band and will culminate on September 15 display, Bulacan Adventure Competition to flaunt the best
performances, concerts, cultural with the commemoration of the 111th Race: Quest for Pride, Sigaw- products, skills and talents that each
performances, street dancing, float anniversary of Malolos Congress, an Saya Cheerdance Competition, of the participating municipalities
parade, theatrical plays, trade fairs, art event that figures prominently in the Alay-Lakad, S.O.S for Biak na can offer.
and food exhibits, fireworks display, history as it paved the way for the Bato Concert, Laro ni Kenyo, La The eight-day fiesta can only
pro-environment activities and a founding of the Philippine Republic, Bulaqueña Pageant, Kenyo Run be enjoyed by witnessing and
competition and parade of talents, skills the first in Asia. Again, Indakan sa Kalye and the daily experiencing the variety of flavors
and distinctive products. By merely walking around the Katuwaan sa Hardin ng Sining. mixed and ready to be served to the
Gov. Jonjon Mendoza said busy compound of the Provincial Activities to boost the public. Hence, Governor Mendoza
this year’s theme of celebration is Capitol, visitors can bump into various marketability of the province’s invites everyone to take time to feel
“Kahapon, Ngayon at Bukas, Husay exhibits including Bagong Bulakenyo distinct Tatak Bulakenyo products and celebrate with the Bulakeños
ng Bulakenyo’y Walang Kupas.” He Photo Exhibit, Dakilang Bulakenyo are also slated including Fiesta with a promise that this year’s
said, for this year, “We are not trying Exhibit Series featuring Andrea Ensaymada, Lechon Festival celebration, Todo na ang saya ng
to make an impression that we are Veneracion—the founder of Philippine and Kapit-kapit sa Pistang Inipit. Singkaban Fiesta.

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NORTHBOUND NEWS

NPVB
ANNUAL MEETING

The North Philippines Visitor tourism stakeholders from all over


Bureau (NPVB) recently held its north Philippines, as well as partners
Annual Membership Meeting and in the private sector, who work for
elections at the EDSA Shangri- economic development through
La Hotel in Mandaluyong City increased visitor arrivals.
ushering the entry of four new Headed by its Executive Director,
corporate partners namely Victory Vince Araneta, the NPVB is creating
Liner, Smart, Robinsons Land and an impact in north Philippines
McDonald’s. tourism. Early this year, it launched
The new tourism partners the Northbound Magazine, which
joined the Manila North Tollways invites readers to rediscover the
Corporation (MNTC), a founding north. The magazine is distributed
member of the NPVB. for free in hotels and resorts all over
Elected to the Board of Trustees north Philippines. Other projects are
for 2009-2010 were Renato Ticzon scheduled for roll-out this year.
(President), George Lorenzana NPVB is a private sector, non-
(Vice- President), Cornelio Mapa stock, non-profit organization that
Jr. (Treasurer), Marivic Del Pilar aims to boost tourism in north
(Secretary), Margot Torres, Annie Philippines. Its vision is to re-establish
Naval, and Carmen Tayag-McTavish. north Philippines as a preferred
The meeting brought together domestic tourist destination.

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NORTHBOUND NEWS

MOA
MARIAN VOYAGE of PEACE
SIGNING
The Marian Voyage of Peace Badoc from Badoc, Ilocos Norte; Our
was held in Tuguegarao, Cagayan Lady of Guibang from Gamu, Isabela;
from July 26 to 28, 2009 which was Our Lady of Charity from Agoo, La
organized by the Cagayan North Union; Our Lady of Namacpacan
Convention and Visitors Bureau. from Luna, La Union; Our Lady of
As part of the three-day Marian Fatima from Valenzuela City, Metro
Voyage of Peace event, 10 Marian Manila; Nuestra Senora de Caridad
images from all over north Philippines from Bantay, Ilocos Sur; Our Lady of
were brought to Tuguegarao, Cagayan Manaoag from Manaoag, Pangasinan; MOA signing NPVB and RLC
and some neighboring towns for Our Lady of the Immaculate N O R T H P H I L I P P I N E S V I S I T O R S B UR E A U
( N P V B ) a n d R O B I N S O N S L A N D CO R P O R AT I O N
public veneration. Concepcion from Malolos, Bulacan; ( R L C) re c e n tly sign e d a M E M O R A N D UM O F
These included the Our Lady of and Nuestra Senora del Mar de Cautiva A G R E E M E N T a i m e d t o h e l p s t re n g t h e n t h e
N o rth P h ilippin e s to u rism in du stry th ro u gh
Piat from Piat, Cagayan; Our Lady of from Sto. Tomas, La Union. N P V B ’s pro gra m s a n d n e two rk o f Co n v e n tio n s
a n d V i s i t o r s B u re a u s . T h e M O A i n c l u d e s a
m e m b e r s h i p c o n t r i b u t i o n f ro m R L C , a n d i n re t u r n ,
N P V B w i l l p ro m o t e R o b i n s o n M a l l s i n N o r t h
P h i l i p p i n e s t h ro u g h i t s t o u r i s m m a r k e r s , b u s a d s ,
a n d f e stiv a l a c tiv a tio n s, a m o n g o th e r be n e f its.
( S e a t e d f ro m L e f t ) V i n c e A r a n e t a , E x e c u t i v e
D ire c to r o f N P V B ; Co rn e lio M a pa Jr. , G e n e ra l
M a n a ge r o f R L C; a n d, M r. R e n a to U. T ic zo n o f
M N T C , P re s i d e n t o f N P V B .

MOA signing NPVB and VLI


NORTH PHILIPPINES VISITORS BUREAU (NPVB)
LEFT : Marian images venerated at the a n d V I CT O RY L I N E R I N C. ( V L I ) re c e n tly sign e d
Tug ueg a r a o C a t hed r a l a M E M O R A N D UM O F A G R E E M E N T a im e d to
h e l p s t re n g t h e n t h e N o r t h P h i l i p p i n e s t o u r i s m
O N T H I S PA G E : ( 1 ) Tu g u e g a r a o A rc h b i s h o p in du stry th ro u gh N P V B ’s pro gra m s a n d n e two rk
D i o s d a d o Ta l a m a g a n l e a d s t h e H i g h M a s s o f Co n v e n tio n a n d V isito rs B u re a u s ba c k e d by
t ha t op ened t he M a r i a n Voy a ge o f P e a c e . V L I ’s n e two rk o f tra n spo rta tio n sy ste m . T h is
A rc h b i s h o p Ta l a m a g a n i s a f o r m e r t r u s t e e o f M O A in c lu de s th e u se o f V L I ’s B u se s f o r to u rism
t h e N o r t h P h i l i p p i n e s V i s i t o r s B u re a u ( N P V B ) . p ro m o t i o n s a n d e n h a n c e m e n t . N P V B w i l l a l l o c a t e
( 2 ) Tr u s t e e s o f t h e C N C V B . ( 3 ) M e m b e r s o f t h e a s e a t i n i t s B o a rd o f Tr u s t e e s f o r V L I . ( S e a t e d
d e l e g a t i o n t h a t a c c o m p a n i e d t h e d i ff e re n t f ro m L e f t) V in c e A ra n e ta , E x e c u tiv e D ire c to r o f
M a r i a n voya g es . N P V B ; M a riv ic D e l P ila r, Tre a su ry a n d M a rk e tin g
Manager of VLI; and, Renato Ticzon of MNTC,

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SEPTEMBER 8 SEPTEMBER
VICTORY DAY
KIANGAN, IFUGAO
Annual peace commemoration
14
of the end of the WW II. FEAST OF THE
TRIUMPH OF THE

7-9
CROSS OF JESUS
SEPTEMBER SAN JOSE, TARLAC
OCTOBER
8-10 The Feast commemorates
the finding of the cross. PYESTANG TUGAK
PANAGDADAPUN Every September 14, all
monastery and basilicas, SAN FERNANDO, PAMPANGA
CABARROQUIS, including the Monasterio To celebrate the resilience of the people of San Fernando
QUIRINO de Tarlac, that keeps a relic during the Mt. Pinatubo eruption, Pyestang Tugak or
Presentation of 19 cultural of the true cross opens the Frog Festival is held annually by having different schools
groups residing in the silver reliquary to the public participate in the mascot parade featuring different frog
province. for veneration. images.

SEPTEMBER
8-15
SEPTEMBER
28-29
OCTOBER
BAGUIS FESTIVAL
9 OCTOBER
LA NAVAL
11
SINGKABAN 2ND UNIVERSITY ANGELES CITY, ANGELES CITY,
FESTIVAL OF THE PAMPANGA PAMPANGA
MALOLOS, BULACAN A part of the Fiestang
A religious and cultural
PHILIPPINES Kuliat, this parade
In celebration of the victory
against the Dutch in 1646, the
festival, in honor of Our ASIAN INSTITUTE is participated by people of Angeles holds a
Lady of Victory, showcasing OF TOURISM representatives from parade of the Holy Mother’s
different schools in
Malolos’ arts of the
Balagtasan, Kundiman and
CONFERENCE ON Angeles City.
image around the city.

Singkaban arches. TOURISM AND


HOSPITALITY
MARIKINA CONVENTION
CENTER, MARIKINA CITY
With the theme
“Philippine Festivals as
mirrors of culture and
catalysts for tourism”,

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UP AIT brings together
LGU Officials, academe
SEPTEMBER and students at the
Marikina Convention
OCTOBER
ANGELS FESTIVAL Center. Highlights of the FEAST DAY OF
SAN RAFAEL, BULACAN
event include plenary
sessions, academic paper
SENORA DEL
A yearly, week-long, street presentations, exhibits PILAR
dancing festivity featuring and a forum with National PILAR, BATAAN
various angel costumes in Artists. The feast day is celebrated
honor of Saint Rafael the every 12th day of October to
Archangel. honor the miraculous Nuestra
Señora del Pillar.

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OCTOBER 24
PMA
FOUNDATION
ANNIVERSARY
BAGUIO CITY
MONTH NOVEMBER
17-19
Alumni homecoming of the
country’s premier Military
school. LONG
TIKHAW AND LA UNION SURFING
MAJAWJAW FESTIVAL
MAYOYAO, IFUGAO SAN JUAN, LA UNION
An ethnic celebration A tourism activity where surfers
featuring traditional songs, from around the Philippines are
dances, arts & crafts invited to compete and have
fun at one of the best surfing
destinations in the country.

OCTOBER 25 OCTOBER 30 NOVEMBER


8-10 NOVEMBER18
ARTS FESTIVAL
FEAST OF APO FIESTA
ST. DOMINIC ANGELES CITY PAWIKAN BAGUIO CITY
ABUCAY, BATAAN Held on the last Friday of FESTIVAL An ethnic celebration
The feast day is celebrated to October, devotees from all MORONG, BATAAN featuring traditional songs,
honor the the Patron Saint of over Pampanga flock to the dances, arts & crafts.
Pawikan Festival in Brgy.
Abucay, Bataan. Apu shrine every Friday to Nagbalayong, Morong was
venerate the supposedly organized to intensify the
miraculous image of Jesus information campaign and
Christ lying in the sepulcher. generate public awareness on
the importance of endangered
baby Olive Ridley turtles
(Lepidochelys Olivacea are the
smallest in the world) in our
eco-system.

NOVEMBER
30-31 OCTOBER 27 OCTOBER 30
PANANGEDAYEW MT. PINATUBO
FIESTANG KULIAT DAGUPAN CITY TREK
BALIBAGO, Panangedayew, Pangasinan CAPAS, TARLAC
ANGELES CITY word meaning to uplift. With the native Aetas as
The celebration of Fiestang Acitvites include garden guide for the trek, anyone
Kuliat culminates with the ever show beside the Dagupan can make their way through
popular TIGITIGAN, TERAKAN Astrodome, trade fair of the trails of this world-
KENG DALAN which features Pangasinan’s pride like famous volcano.
singing and dancing in Bonuan bangus, bagoong,
the street. peanut brittle, quilted
products housewares and
locally made Christmas
decors.

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Camp 1, Rosario, La Union
+6372-712 0852
Saint Louis University Bonifacio
Street
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Restaurant Gas Station Philippines, Inc. Camp John Hay, Loakan Session Road
Services Market +6374-445-3800 +6374-424 0931 +6374-442-3867
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Choco-late de Batirol Swiss Baker
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BAGUIO D’ Motorist Pitstop, Inc. Mountain Lodge Top Outsource Performance, Inc.
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El Kabayo Riding Stables
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Department of Tourism Narda’s Trading Corp. PLDT Clark Telecom, Inc.
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Elizabeth’s Fantasy Resort Puning Hotspring & Restaurant
Purok 2 Ambayao Irisan National Delphic Council Victory Liner, Inc. Holiday Inn Clark Sitio Target Brgy Sapangbato,
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+6374- 444-8182 Eve’s Garden (632) 845 1888 / (045) 5998000 loc 1320
+6374-619-0000
La Trinidad, Benguet Nevada Square Pulu Amsic (Balinesean Estate)
Alabanza Meat Store 0920-9476264 Nevada Square, 2 Loakan Rd. Historic Camalig Restaurant
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292 Sto. Rosario St. Heritage
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Ground Floor SM Baguio NOANTS Consultancy +6345-888-1077
Anne Raquel’s Pawnshop $
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Planners & Coordinator Northern Philippines Angeles City
Aromin Orchids Travel & Tours Hotel Vida +6345-322-2829
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Baguio Arts Guild 30 Camp 7, Kennon Road Paliz’zata Caffe Ristorante
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Greenhouse Effect Gallery +6374-442-8538 Bldg. 7160 Claro M. Recto L & T. Int’l Group (Phils.), Inc. Teriyaki Boy
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Baguio-Benguet Market Plaza Gibralter Road, Baguio City Palm Grove Hot Springs
10-A Caldero & Tobacco Sts. (074) 619-0367 / (02) 912-2691 & Mountain Resort Maharajah Hotel & Restaurant
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Baguio Country Club 111 Magsaysay Avenue Phil. Economic Zone Angeles Int’l Travel Center, Inc. +6345-625-6976
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Hotel Veniz Mister Frosty
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Festival Foundation +6374-446-0701 Diamond Subd.
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Hotel Villa Rosal Lualhati Cpd., Romulo Drive
Gen. Luna Road +6374-442-2150 Angeles Sports & Country Club
Baguio New City Supermarket Zeppelin St. Hensonville, Angeles Montevista Villas
Piao Yan Shoppesville +6374-443-8132 +6345-892-6358/6359 Golf Academy Lane, Clark
+6374-442 9842 Picart Int’l Professional +6345-599-7000
Kalapaw Career Development Center Batis Asul Caterers
Baguio’s Best Choice Food 17 Martinez St., Engineers Hill CFSPI Building, Easter Road Mac Arthur Highway Nayong Pilipino – Clark Expo
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+6374-442 1946 PNKY Home Bed & Breakfast
13 Leonard Wood +6345-599-7568
King Louis Farms C’ Italian Dining
Baguio Burnham Suites Mom & Pop, YMCA, Session Rd. +6374-446 7094 Brgy. Malabanas, Angeles City
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Quadro Image Center
30 Greenwater Castro Travel Solutions Agency +6345-625-8301 to 04
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ILOCOS NORTE CAGAYAN 47 A. Bonifacio St.,Tuguegarao PANGASINAN Holistic Resort Hotel
0920-577-7556
Subic Bay Freeport Zone
+6378-8447678
Extremely Expresso
DAGUPAN CITY, Sta. Rita Road cor Dewey Ave.,
Nat’l Economic PANGASINAN SBFZ
Dev’t Authority (Neda) +6347-252-3681 / 7642
+6378-8441243 Borasinta Beach Club
Uyong, Labrador, Food & Beverages Subic, Inc.
Pampanguena Pension House 0920-9503095 Bldg. 1143 Rizal cor. Argonaut Hi-way
43 Caggay Hi-way, Tuguegarao City +6347-252-5118
Lennox Hotel
+6378-8444639 Rizal St., Dagupan City Freeport Services Corporation
+6375-515-8889; 515-852 Bldg. 710, SBFZ
Pampaguena Restaurant +6347-252-1792
Rm. 02, Balay da Blas, Rizal Street, Tuguegarao City 33 Gov. Antonio Sison St. Matutina Restaurant
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1 Aguinaldo cor. Blumentritt Sts., 075-614-3076; 075 6143162 Bldg 12-P, SRF Area, SBFZ
Tuguegarao City +6347-252-5951 / 7064
Balay da Blas Pensionne Parabur Etc. ALAMINOS CITY Max’s Urdaneta
10 Giron St. Brgy. 7-B, Laoag City +6378-844-0755 San Gabriel Vill., Tuguegarao Urdaneta City Grand Leisure Hotel
+637-7704389 +6378-8443196 Hundred Islands Mgt. 0918-3131272 Waterfront Road. Subic
ABC Pavilion Resort (Partner Tour Packages) +6347-252-2764
Herencia Cafe Alaminos City 0917-6104144 Mouse House Internet Cafe
Maddarulug, Solana, Cagayan
Sangladan, Paoay
+637-6140214
+6378-501-7044 PAMPANGA Tourism Office of Alaminos
Dagupan City Grande Island Resort
Waterfront Rd., SBFZ
Alaminos City, Pangsinan Palmas Verdes +632-688-7300
Abraham-Henrrage Shoppersville Bonuan, Dagupan City
Palazzo de Laoag Hotel 0921-299-0696 09175081266 Interisland Travel and Tours
P. Paterno Street, Laoag City 55 Blumentritt St., Tuguegarao
+6378-844-4746 Bldg. 281, Aguinaldo St., CBD
+637-7731842 BOLINAO Pangasinan Council of +6347-252-5136
Tourism & Industries International Freeport Traders
Playa Tropical Resort Hotel Adventure & Expedition Phil. Inc. El Pescador Resort & Hotel c/o TOPAD (075) 542- 8007 Bldg. 640 Burgos St., SBFZ
Brgy. Victoria, Currimao 29 Burgos St., Tuguegarao Poblacion, San Andres +632-813-5668
+637-6761001 +6378-844-1298 +6375-554-2559 Star Plaza Hotel
A.B. Fernandez, Dagupan City Kainan sa Puno
Saramsam Cafe Bali Leisure Club, The Port North walk Plaza, Jose Abad Las Residencias +6375-523-4888 Subic Bay Freeport Zone
Barangay 7-A, Laoag City +6378-844-7808 Santos Ave., City of San Fernando Patar, Bolinao +6347-252-3781
(0917) 5702110 +6375-542-5381
Bed & Breakfast Aling Lucing’s Sisig
SUBIC BAY Les Belles Filipinas
Performing Arts
Sitio Remedios Heritage Village 38 Luna Street, Tuguegarao City Robinson’s Starmills & SM Food Puerto del Sol +6347-825-4873
Barangay Victoria, Currimao +6378-8448155 Court Bolinao, Pangasinan
(0917) 3320217 +6375-696-0530 MBK Grand Leisure Hotel
Bedfellow Inn Abe’s Farm Lot MC-9, Waterfront Rd.
Shorestop Inn & Restaurant Brgy. Ayala, Magalang Punta Riviera +6347-252-2764
Brgy. San Isidro, Pasuquin +6378-8462447 Ilog Malino, Bolinao
+6345-8651930 +6375-6961350 Meat Plus Café
(0918) 6923522
Carmelita Hotel Bldg 65, Sampson Rd., SBFZ
Balzain, Tuguegarao City Burger King Pampanga Rock Garden Hotel +6347-252-6090
LA UNION +6378-844-7027 SM City San Fernando, Pampanga Arnedo, Bolinao
SBMA Bldg. 662, SBFZ Mountain Woods Hotel
CLTV 36 +6375-544-2876
+6347-252-5212 Entremedor St., West Kalayaan
Catagayan Restaurant 3rd Flr. CGIC Bldg., Jose Abad +6347-252-1985
Treasures of Bolinao Hotel
Santos Ave., San Fernando City Manila: +632-497-1068
City Wine Bar & Café Animo JWS Corporation Networxx Jetsports
Bolinao: +6375-696-0668 B Swordfish Terrace, U-33
+6378-844-0087 Everybody’s Cafe Waterfront Road, SBFZ
City of San Fernando LINGAYEN Cluster III, SBFZ +6347-252-3469
+6347-252-2569
GMB Lasam Travel Agency +6345-8601121
Capitol Resort Hotel Pier One
Bonifacion St., Tuguegarao A Tavola Moonbay Marina, SBFZ
+6378-8449238 Hotel Gracelane Lingayen. Pangasinan 1131, SBFZ
+6375-8932; 662-0848 +6347-252-7098
San Agustin, San Fernando +6347-252-6556
Hotel Candice +6345-9613696 Rali’s Bar and Grill
2/F ODL Bldg. Aguila Rd., El Pueto Marina Bayfront Hotel and Restaurant
San Fernando Blumentritt, Tuguegarao City Pangapisan North, Ligayen Subic Bay Freeport Zone
King’s Royal Hotel & Moonbay Marina, SBFZ +6347-252-1147
+6378-844-2148 Leisure Park +6375-542-5328 +6347-252-3148 / 1948
Coconut Grove Beach Resort Olongapo-Gapan Rd., Bacolor Hotel Consuelo Resort Rama Mahal
Nat’l Hi-way, Paringao, Bauang Hotel Lorita +6345-9617000 Blue Note Jazz Café Indian Cuisine
67 Rizal St., Tuguegarao City Alvear St., Maramba Blvd. Rizal Hiway, SBFZ +6347-252- 3663
+6372-607-6604 +6375-542-8932
+6378-844-1390 The Lakeshore Estate Carcon Upper Mau Inn Ritz Tropical Spa
China Sea Beach Resort Km. 71 NLEX, Mexico Narciso Ramos Subic Bay Freeport Zone
Paringao, Bauang, La Union Hotel Kimikarlai +6345-4555253 Sports Civic Center Rizal Hiway, SBFZ
+6347-252-3342 / 3346
+6372-7050833 Ugac Sur, Tuguegarao City +6375-542- 5941 Casa Kalayaan Learning Center
+6378-844-9698 Northwalk Plaza (Shell) 5144 Argonaut Hi-way, West Royal Duty Free Shops, Inc.
Lola Nanny’s Report Jose Abad Santos Blvd., Pangasinan Tourism Office Kalayaan Bldg. 1109, Palm St., SBFZ
Urbiztondo, San Juan La Union Hotel Roma City of San Fernando Capitol Compound, Lingayen +6347-252-1951 +6347-252-3258
0920-409-1030 Luna St., Tuguegarao City +6375-542-8007
Pampanga Agents Travel Society Courtyard Inn Seahorse Tours & Souvenirs
+6378-844-1057 The President Hotel Waterfront Road, SBFZ www.seahorsetours.com
Hotel Ariana Unit 2, Sevilla Bldg. Mac Arthur
Paringao, Bauang, La Union Maramba Blvd. Lingayen +6347-252-2366 /courtyard@ +6347-252-5617
+6372-705-0050 / +6372-705-0080 Kainang Pilipino Highway Dolores, San Fernando +6375-5423056 subictel.com
+6372-607-6788 +6378-8442663 +6345-861-2020 Segye IRC
Urduja Real Estate Days Inn Suites Grande Island Terminal, SBFZ
hotelariana.marketing@gmail.com +6345-961-2020 Development Center 8271, Bohol St., SBFZ
Las Palmas De San Jose patsociety@yahoogroups.com +6347-252-9864 to 65 +6347-252-3241
San Jose Village, Tuguegarao Lingayen, Pangasinan
San Juan Surf Shop
San Juan, La Union +6378-8441661 SM City Pampanga LABRADOR, DFS Inc. Sibil Bar and Restaurant
+6372-7200340 Brgy. San Jose, San Fernando City PANGASINAN Bldg. 332, Burgos St., SBFZ Lot 2 Blk 4 Moonbay Marina
Maynard Resort +6345-9637681-85 +6347-252-3719 / 524 +6347-252-1488
Thunderbird Resorts 43 Caggay Highway, Tuguegarao Covelandia Du Labrador
Poro Point, San Fernando +6378-8444388 Teriyaki Boy Tubuan, Labrador, El Kabayo Riding Stable Signature Brands
+6372-8887777 SM City Pampanga +6375-549-5198 1411, El Kabayo Road, SBFZ Subic Bay Freeport Zone
Villa Jireh Japhet +632-852-3117 +632-915-2911

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Moonbay Marina, Waterfront Rd. 3 Magsaysay Drive, Olongapo Cawag,Subic, Zambales tarlacsouvenirs@gmail.com / Salud Subd., Poblacion 1, Gerona
sales@vmhotel.com +6347-223-2078 +6347-252-2724 to 25 www.tarlacsouvenirs.multiply.com +6345-608 0235
Winstar Transport Services Los Polluelos Lechon Dream Plaza Gems Cutflowers & Party Needs mytarlac.com
Bldg. 1124 Argonaut H-way 2753 Rizal Ave., Olongapo Subic, Zambales Blk 5 MH. Del Pilar St., Sto. Cristo +6345-982 0403
+6347-252-5106 +6347-224-8155 +6347-232-4989 / 5293 +6345-982-8754 godfreykarol@yahoo.com
0916-850-0524
Zoobic Safari New Cherry Blossom Philippine Merchant Marine
www.zoobic.com.ph +6347-224-7879; Academy Arlyn Angel Orchestra Inc.
Mo Marketing Capitol Villas, Carangian
+6347-252-2272 +6347-223-3283 +6347-913-4395 / 4398 4039 MacArthur Highway, +6345-800 1946
Admiral - Barbara’s Photo Density Punta de Uian +6345-982-0090
17 Anonas St., West Bajac Bajac 7 Magsaysay Drive, Olongapo San Antonio, Zambales 0917-506-0090
+632-527-3893 +6347-223-7711 +6347-252-2692
Aeroflite Airways Corp.
+632-831-0962 Playa Papagayo White Rock Beach Resort
Tarlac Fortune HK Seafood
Restaurant
OTHERS
aeroflite_aviation@yahoo.com Bo. Barretto, Olongapo Matain, Subic 1030 Mc Arthur Highway, San Nicolas
+6347-224-1002 +6347-232-5716 +6345-982-1504
ANA Int’l Placement Burger King NLEX
+632-404-2595 Sam’s Pizza Zambales Tourism Council Hon Kee Tea House Shell Station, Balagtas, Bulacan
Magsaysay Drive, Olongapo +6347-811-7216 San Sebastian Tarlac City
Anne Raquel’s Hotel +6347-222-3686 +6345-982 1499 Chris Sports
1 Magsaysay Drive, Olongapo DWB Marketing and +6345-982-1388 SM Marilao, SM Pampanga,
Slimmer’s World Int’l +6347-224-2283 Subic Mirage Hotel Advertising
2F Times Square Bldg., SBFZ 60 Nat’l H-way Brgy. Barretto +632-724-2131 SM Baguio, SM Clark
+6347-252-6514 Anne Raquel’s Mountain Resort +6347-223-9245 Giardinni Mfg Int’l L Paras Pavillion www.chrissports.net
National Hi-way New Cabalan San Sebastian, Gate 3,
Sports Values, Inc. +6347-224-2283 Subic Bay Resorts Association PRS Commercial Don Gregorio St., Pancake House
ramcut@pldtdsl.net Adamos 101 Beach +6345-982-3715 Robinson’s Tarlac
+6347-252-9069 April Mae Pawnshop +6347-224-6372 Vintage Production +6345-985-1348
1960 Rizal Ave., East Bajac Bajac, +632-303-0050 Latitude Cafe / Koffee Kopi
Starland Properties, Inc. +6347-222-6021 Harley’s 3M Bldg. McArthur Highway Fersal Hotel
(Subic Holiday Villas) +6345-491-0168 Makati*Manila*Quezon City
+6347-252-7973
Subic Bay Golf & Country Club
Arizona Int’l Hotel
#47 Nat’l Hi-way, Bo. Barretto
Mango’s Restaurant
+6347-223-4139
TARLAC (02) 912-2691
Latino’s Seafood Grill
+6347-252-1588 loc 105 +6347-224-4557 Mc Arthur Hi-way San Nicolas Blk 5 Pancake House
Mangrove Hotel & Restaurant +6345-800-2007 BGH Rotunda, Kisad Road,
Subic Bay Marine Exploratorium Ayala Land Premier +6347-222-7909 Baguio City
(Ocean Adventure / Camayan +632-759-4715 +6374-446-1285
Beach) Midnight Rambler Max’s Restaurant
+6347-252-9000 Bataan Tourism Council +6347-223-4142 Plaza Luisita, Tarlac City Pancake House
Capitol Grounds, Bataan +6345-611-2202 Ground Level SM City Clark
Subic Bay Sports Mgmt, Inc. +6347-237-4785 Seascape Inn +6345-499-0275
beeyong@subicbaytennis.com +6347-224-6928 Microtel Inn and Suites
+6347-252-2885 to 86 Brew’s Bistro Luisita Industrial Park Pancake House
(Willi’s Bar & Jax Comedy Bar) Sierra Beach +6345-985-1770 8 Waves Hotel and Waterpark,
Subic Bay Yacht Club +6347-223-3588/1682 Bulacan
Rizal Hiway, SBFZ The Coffee Shop Nay’s House Restaurant +6344-766-6851
+6347-252-1001 By The Sea Resort 2 Rizal St., Bo. Barretto Romulo Blvd.
Bo. Barretto, Olongapo City +6347-222-4530 +6345-982-5286 Pancake House
Subic Boardwalk Inn +6347-222-2888 / 4346 Petron, Bocaue
bwinn@info.com.ph Zeebra Beach
+6347-252-2893 Casino Filipino (PAGCOR) 49-A Nat’l Highway, Secretariat Office - Café Maja Rica Paseo De Hilario Grill (NLEX - Southbound)
Magsaysay Drive, Olongapo Bo. Barretto, Olongapo City At La Maja Rica Hotel 04 Hilario St. +6344-984-3247
Subic Family Land +6347-222-4565 to 66 Mcarthur Highway, Ligtasan, Tarlac +6345-982 0706
Group 3, Ilanin Forest, SBFZ Venerberg City 2300 Pancake House
+6347-252-8269 Choa’s For Everything 0918 480 6885 Rustica Restaurant Petron, Marilao (Bldg. 2, Petron
Olongapo City Victory Liner, Inc. tarlac_cvb@yahoo.com.ph San Sebastian Express Center 1) +6344-975-1881
Subic Homes / Blue Mountain Café Anonas St., West Bajac Bajac www.tarlaccvb.multiply.com +6345-982 0344
56-A Lanzones St., Binictican, SBFZ City Spa +632-361-1516 Petron Bocaue (Southbound)
+6347-252-1907 #51 Magsaysay Drive, Olongapo Bulacan
Central Park Hotel Sarangbang Restaurant
+6347-223-1682 Bataan White Corals Lot 808 G-2 Sitio Paroba, Tibag
Subic International Hotel Panibatuhan, Morong, Bataan Hacienda Luisita, San Miguel Petron Marilao (Northbound)
sales@subichotel.com Contisa Corporation 0928-5000-801 +6345-985-0683 +6345-982-1117 Bulacan
+6347-252-2222 Rizal Ave., East Bajac Bajac
+6347-222-5301 Crown Royale Hotel La Maja Rica Hotel Tessie’s Grill & Petron Lakeshore (Northbound)
Subic Legend Hotels crown@crownoyalehotel.com Mc Arthur Highway, Ligtasan Roasters Pampanga
www.subiclegend.com Cosmetiderm +6347-237-1961 +6345-611-2053 to 55 McArthur Highway, San Roque
+6347-252-9457 Olongapo City +6345-982-4100 Pugad Dencio’s
Joyous Resort and Restaurant Sun Garden Hotel G/F Robinson’s Starmills
Subic Majestic Hotel Gawang Gapo Products Balanga City, Bataan Mc Arthur Highway Tita Pat’s Restaurant & Catering +6345-875-1212
CBD Area, SBFZ City Livelihood Office 2nd Floor +6347-791-3313 +6345-982 0688 Mc Arthur Highway, San Rafael
+6347-252-5136 to 37 +6347-222-5401 / 2661 +6345-491-0133 Pugad Dencio’s
Lou-is Resort and Restaurant New Butterworld Bakeshop SM City Baguio
Subic Media Net Goldilock’s Bakeshop City of Balanga, Bataan Marketview Subd., Maliwalo Tri Gold Catering Services Lunetal Hills, Upper Session Rd.
+6347-252-1843 1 Magsaysay Drive, Olongapo +6347-237-3517 Sto. Cristo St. Cub cub, Capas
bedimayuga@yahoo.com +6347-224-2283 +6345-982-9482
+6345-925 0158 Microtel Inn and Suites
The Waterfront Beach Resort Cafe Majarica Cabanatuan, Nueva Ecija
Subic Park Hotel Greg’s Waterworld Nagbalayong, Morong, Bataan
Moonbay Marina, Waterfront Rd. 0920-920-7313 +632-822-3070 Mc Arthur Hi-way, Ligtasan Urdu Restaurant & Bakeshop
+6345-611-2060 71 P. Burgos St. Poblacion Microtel Inn and Suites
+6347-252-2092 Luisita Industrial Park, Tarlac
Happy Valley Superstore Bakasyunan sa Baybay Dagat +6345-982-2981 +6345-985-1770
Tender Touch Enterprises 39 21st St., West Bajac Bajac Iba, Zambales Coconut Grill Restaurant & Resort
Bldg. 640,Rm. E, +6347-224-2050 +6347-811-3234 Ninoy Aquino Blvd and Magic Star RPC Travels & Tours
Sampson St.,SBFZ Mall +6345-491-2820 Teriyaki Boy
La Maja Rica Business Center Petron, Marilao
Hillside Guesthouse Country Cottage Resort +6345-611 2178
The Bay Magazine +6347-222-2778 Castillejos, Zambales Dencio’s (NLEX - Southbound)
kevinhamdorf@photographer.net +6347-232-1364 Luisita Industrial Park, San Miguel +6344-975-1881
Jennifer Cocktail Lounge +6345-985-1390 Hi-Tech
+6347-252-7821 Sunrise Subd., Maliwalo
Olongapo City Crystal Beach Surf Resort Teriyaki Boy
Tree Top Adventure +6347-222-2586 San Narciso, Zambales Daisy Tanjuakio’s Catering +6345-982-0505 SM City Baguio
treetopadventure@yahoo.com +6347-913-4309 Hilario St., Ligtasan +6374-619-7714
+6347-252-9425 / 27 +6345-982-8585

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