Philippine Christian University

Senior High School Department

In Partial Fulfilment for the Requirements in

TOURISM PROMOTION SERVICES

NORTHERN MINDANAO
REGION X

Members:
Mark Gerald L. Vergara
Jaypee Tucay
Alliah May Penarubia

Section:
HE – K ABDON

Submitted to:

Ms. Claudine A. Urbino

Teacher

February 2020
I. REGION:
PROVINCE :
CAMIGUIN
Capital : Mambajao

II. HISTORY
The Camiguin Island’s history is both colorful and intriguing. The
name Camiguin is derived from the native word “Kamagong”, a tree of the
Ebony family that thrives near Lake Mainit in the Province of Surigao del
Norte. The original inhabitants of Camiguin were “Manobos” who migrated
from Surigao. The old native language in Camiguin is called “Kinamiguin”,
which is similar to the dialect spoken in Surigao.
III. DIALECT/LANGUAGE
The language widely spoken in the province is Cebuano, although Kinamigin
is considered to be the indigenous language. Today, Kinamigin is still spoken
by few in the municipalities of Sagay and Guinsiliban. English is also widely
spoken by the local population.
IV. HOW TO GET THERE
There are 4 ways to get from Manila to Camiguin by plane, bus, bus and ferry or car ferry

V. CULTURE
The Camiguin culture is a mixture of both Boholano and Cebuano culture.
It is very colorful and creative. The people are deeply religious, hospitable and friendly.
VI. TOURIST DESTINATION
Mantigue Island
Mantigue Island is so intriguing that you wouldn’t help but want
to find out what it is made of. If you are someone who’s fond of making love with
the sea and its amazing creatures, then nothing will make you happier but to dive
into the richness of this island and its surrounding waters.

Mt. Hibok-Hibok Ardent Hotspring

What’s the perfect way to cap off the night in Camiguin? It’s
having a very relaxing bath in Ardent Hotspring. Nights in Camiguin can
sometimes be so cold and one way to chase it off is to have a quick dip in a
warm running water. This is usually the best place to meet and converse with
other tourist, local and foreign alike.

Sto. Niño Coldspring

Camiguin Island always has the answer to your needs.
There’s the hotspring to help you relax and wash away that cold lonely nights but
if you prefer something more refreshing then there’s Sto. Niño Coldspring where
you can swim for hours and enjoy the cool running waters under the sunny skies.
Stations of the cross and the walkway to the old volcano
If you are a devout Christian who wants to experience the
stations of the cross in a brand new light or someone who simply want to trek up
the mountain but doesn’t want the arduous task it requires then you would love to
see the stations of the cross. This is just an approximately 1 hour trek up the top
of the hill where the last station could be found. It is so rewarding that you would
want to do it again.

Sunken Cemetery
This also made Camiguin famous. The sunken cemetery is a
remnant of that havoc which had once plagued the island and almost swept it out
of existence. It is represented by a huge cross of what have been an old chapel.
An adventurous heart won’t be content with seeing what is on the surface and
would love to dive and explore the world beneath it. If you are that kind of person
then this is the perfect place for you.
VII. RESTAURANTS
Casa Roca Inn

Casa Roca Inn is a wonderful and unique "full service" Inn located
on beautiful Camiguin Island, Philippines. We offer cost conscious travelers a
fantastic and affordable alternative to the typical resorts.Our breakfasts are
legendary, a fantastic lunch and dinner menu including "market fresh dinners,
an ever-changing daily "specials" board for lunch and dinner items, and of
course, a full service bar featuring the best Island Shakes, Cocktails, and of
course ... Freezing Cold Beer combined with great music and beautiful
atmosphere! We also have a great selection of wines including our very own
imported Casa Roca Vino Tinto and Chardonnay!

Isla Filete Resto

Isla Filete Resto is a family owned restaurant opened 28 Sept

2013 with the idea to provide quality food and service to locals and visitors to
the friendly and beautiful Camiguin Island. We serve a variety of steaks and
 seafood cooked to perfection, seasoned with a blend of local and imported
ingredients. Werther you are wanting an international breakfast, steak, or a
snack along your journey, we are sure to have a dish to satisfy your craving.
So treat yourself to a good meal. Feel Good flavors, Undeniably delicious

Camiguin Sunset Lounge

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CUISINES
Filipino, Bar, Pizza, Cafe, Sushi, Asian, Pub
MEALS
Breakfast, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street
Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Table
Service, Waterfront, Jazz Bar, Dog Friendly
VIII. FOOD
A.Delicacies (
Chicharon Pusit – This looks like dried pusit but it’s much thinner.
 Pastel – Bread bun filled with flavors. Their best seller is the flavor YEMA.

Wine – Use this as a sauce. Combine this with Chicharon Pusit. 

B. Fruits
Lanzones - Lansium parasiticum, commonly known in English
as langsat or lanzones is a species of tree in the Mahogany family with commercially
cultivated edible fruits. The species is native to Southeast Asia
COCONUT - Coconut is the fruit of the coconut palm (Cocos nucifera).It’s used for its
water, milk, oil, and tasty meat.

Banana - A banana is an edible fruit – botanically a berry – produced by several kinds

of large herbaceous flowering plants in the genus Musa In some countries, bananas
used for cooking may be called "plantains", distinguishing them from dessert bananas.

C.Pasalubong
LANZONES JAM – SPREAD MADE WITH LANZONES
 Pastel - These soft and chewy buns filled with yema filling. 

Kiping - Kiping is a traditional Filipino leaf-shaped wafer made from glutinous rice. It
originates from the city of Lucban, Quezon. It is celebrated annually in the Pahiyas
Festival. It can be eaten grilled or fried and can be dipped in sugar, vinegar, or other
sauces.

IX. ACCOMMODATION
1. AGOHAY VILLA FORTE BEACH RESORT

Rate starts at Php900 per night: 

Guests’ Reviews/Comments: It’s position is so central it makes it very
easy to get around. All the added extras the hotel provides makes for a
 wonderful stay. The attentive & friendly staff make sure your visit is
perfect. Stay here and you won’t be disappointed

2. CABUA-AN BEACH RESORT

Rate starts at Php950 per night

Guests’ Reviews/Comments: If you are looking for an affordable place to
stay in where you can relax and enjoy Camiguin, this is the right place. If
you are traveling with a group , the dormitory type room is a great deal.
You only have to pay P150/day /person for maximum of 5 people in one
room.
3. . CAMIGUIN ACTION GECKOS AND DIVE RESORT

Rate starts at Php900 per night

Guests’ Reviews/Comments: We stayed here for four nights and although
we were quite unlucky with the weather, we still had a great time. The
rooms are lovely, cosy and romantic. Specially the one that face the sea
with no obsruction. You get an unhindered view of the sea right from your
bed.

X. SPECIAL INTEREST/ACTIVITIES.
SNORKELING
Go up a thousand steps to the island’s Old Volcano

XI. FESTIVAL

Lanzones Festival- Lanzones Festival, an annual event marked in the month of

October, is a four-day festival held to celebrate bounty harvests of the Lanzones fruit.
Lanzones, also known as langsats, is a type of tree in the Mahogany group of plants,
and whose edible fruits are a favorite for many people in the Philippines. The origin of
Lanzones in Southeast Asia has made it a critical part of this festival.

Panaad During Holy Week, the Panaad involves a 64km walk around the island, an
expression of devotees’ penitence and commitment. Stations of the Cross are placed on
the route, ending with ‘Tabo’ on Easter Sunday in Mambajao.
Pasundayag ta mga Baylan and Kabog Showdown
To portray old traditions and rituals, relive tribal practices, and underscore the
significance of knowing the roots of the island, the Provincial Government of Camiguin
held the first ever Pasundayag ta mga Baylan and Kabog Showdown on October 22 at
Cong. PPR Tourism and Sports Complex.

XII. TRIVIA
#1 The name “Camiguin” came from a tree called “kamagong”, this is from the
Ebony family that widely grows near Lake Mainit.
#2 Out of 81 provinces, Camiguin Island is the second smallest province in the
Philippines in terms of population and land area, just next to Batanes. The land
area of Camiguin island is 241.44 sq kms only. And it is divided into 5
municipalities: Mambajao (capital), Mahinog, Guinsiliban, Sagay, and Catarman.
#3 In 1521, Ferdinand Magellan, a Portuguese explorer working for Spain,
landed in Camiguin along with his men. Magellan tried to spread Christianity in
the Philippines, and he also died during the Battle of Mactan. While Miguel
Lopez de Legazpi, a Basque-Spanish navigator and governor, landed in 1565.
Legazpi became the first ever governor of the Philippines.
#4 One of the five municipalities in Camiguin called Guinsiliban actually means
“to look out for pirates from a watchtower”. It was around 1598 when the first
Spanish settlement took place on the island.
#5 Camiguin is also famous for being called “born of fire”. Because despite
its small land area, it is a home for 7 volcanoes: Mount Vulcan Daan, Mount
Mambajao, Mount Karling, Mount Uhay, Guinisiliban Peak, Tres Marias
Mountain, and Mount Hibok-Hibok. Imagine it has more volcanoes than
municipalities!
#6 In 1871, Mt. Vulcan erupted which affected the whole island of Camiguin and
even sunk a cemetery under the sea. Unfortunately, the volcano erupted again in
1948 which made the area sunk deeper. Fast forward today, the Sunken
Cemetery became one of the most popular destinations in Camiguin. You will
see a stunning huge cross that seemed floating across the sea.
#7 American soldiers reached Camiguin in 1901 and they assume political
control over the island. When the American soldiers arrived, a group of
Camiguingnons did not easily surrender their independence. They actually fought
for it during a short battle in Catarman.
#8 In 1942, Japanese army landed in Camiguin. They created a government in
Mambajao (now the capital of Camiguin).
#9 In 1945, the battle of Camiguin happened. During this year, the Philippine
Commonwealth army fought with Japanese Imperial forces to liberate the island.
While the whole country celebrated independence from the United States on July
4, 1946, and the Republic of the Philippines was established.
#10 In 1968, Camiguin officially became a province apart from Misamis
Oriental.
#11 Camiguin celebrates the Lanzones festival every October. It’s a four-day
grand celebration to give thanks for a bountiful harvest. This celebration includes
street dance competition, trade fairs, pageants, and cultural shows.
The history of Camiguin is best enjoyed first hand. If you are curious about this
amazing island, then get a reservation now at the best place in Camiguin:
Bintana sa Paraiso!