Area code: (88)
Currency: Philippine Peso (PHP1 = US$0.02)
TRIVIA “Cagayan” comes from the ancient Filipino word carayan which means river. “Oro” was added in recognition of the fact the gold was found in the rivers and hills of Cagayan. Formerly, Cagayan was also known as Kalambagohan
TOUCHDOWN CEB runs a shuttle van to town. Or you can take a taxi for PHP300 or a cheaper jeepney service for PHP20. Taxis, jeepneys, motorcycles and multicabs ply the town proper
BY DAY Thrill seekers will enjoy Macahambus Adventure Park where they can walk the sky bridge, rappel or try the 120m zip line. Entrance fee is PHP300 per person
BY NIGHT On Fridays and Saturdays, drink and dine while enjoying live bands at the Golden Friendship Park also known as Divisoria and then shop at the nearby night market
SLEEP Mallberry Suites is a stone’s throw away from Robinsons and Limketkai Center, making it accessible to restaurants and shopping. Tel: (88) 854 9999, info@mallberrysuites.com
LOCAL LIFE
Mae Gabutina
banker
Best breakfast
Visit ZC, a carinderia serving fresh seafood. It’s the governor’s favorite meeting place
Best night out
Head to Rosario Strip. There are many coffee shops, restaurants and bars there
Best dinner
Honeybaked Café for Filipino comfort food. Also JO’s Inato for delicious chicken barbecue
Best buys
Country ham and longganisa from SLERS Ham and Café, and garlic peanuts
Best souvenirs
Household items made of sinamay, a handwoven material made of abaca fiber
Must-do experience
For exotic local fare, dine at Kambingan sa Buena Oro
Must learn…
“Lugar lang” if you want the driver to stop at your destination
Insider’s tip
Ride the motorela — it’s a cheap, easy and adventurous way to move around the city
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