Area code: (78)
Currency: Philippine Peso (PHP1 = US$0.02)
TRIVIA In recent news, Tuguegarao City was recognized nationally as the most child-friendly city in the Philippines. It is livable, competitive and well-managed. The local government has succeeded in uplifting the people’s lifestyle
TOUCHDOWN To get to town, you take two tricycles — one from the airport to the main road, and then another to the town proper. It should cost no more than PHP10 per ride
BY DAY Explore the Callao Caves. It’s made up of seven chambers including, a chapel that has been featured in many tourism ads and postcards. It’s a beautiful place that’s worth seeing
BY NIGHT The Port is one of the more common hangout places in the city. They usually play hiphop and house music. Max’s Restaurant also has local talents jamming away
SLEEP Casa Carag is a cozy place with simple rooms and homecooked food. It’s the headquarters of Adventures and Expeditions. Tel: (78) 844 1298
LOCAL LIFE
Jake Verzosa
photographer
Best breakfast
Hotel Roma serves good tapa. Have it with garlic fried rice and fried egg
Best night out
Kofun features local reggae bands in a chill setting — a great spot to hang out
Best dinner
The buffet at the cozy Las Palmas de San Jose is winner. Good food at good value
Best buys
Longganisa, carabeef tapa, pancit and Alcala milk candy
Best souvenirs
Buy longganisa by the kilo and have it vacuum packed as pasalubong
Must-do experience
Don’t miss watching the bats go out of the caves at sunset
Must learn…
Say “Mabbalo” to express your gratitude. It means “Thank you”
Insider’s tip
Tricycles are the city’s only means of public transport, with a fare of PHP9
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