Area code: (54)
Currency: Philippine Peso (PHP1 = US$0.02)

TRIVIA This city is considered both the religious and cultural center of the region. It’s also known as the “heart of Bicol”. These famous people are from Naga: Raul Roco, Conrado De Quiros, Anjo Yllana and Antonio Trillanes

TOUCHDOWN Naga City Airport is about 12km from the city center, and is accessible by many forms of transportation, including bus, van, jeepney and tricycle

BY DAY Visit the National Historical Landmark and the Holy Rosary Minor Seminary Museum. The seminary has a beautiful façade and many priceless treasures found in the museum

BY NIGHT Bistro Roberto, located in Villa Caceres, is a great place to listen to live bands. For a steady night, head to Lolo’s Bar in Avenue Square and just chill

SLEEP Casa Ofelia is a resort/hotel great for family reunions, team building activities, swimming parties, weddings or just the simple weekend getaway

LOCAL LIFE
Sarah C Imperial
writer/event manager

Best breakfast
Cafe Frederico in Crown Hotel, they have the best hongma bread and brisket in town

Best night out
To swing the night away, nothing beats Bistro Roberto in Villa Caceres

Best dinner
Chef Doy’s in Cereza has great Filipino fusion food. I love the inihaw na bangus!

Best buys
Pili bars and tarts from J. Emmanuel Pastries and Chocolate Bliss Cake from Diet Secret

Best souvenirs
Miniature statues of Our Lady of Peñafrancia and native bags from Calabanga

Must-do experience
Eat the best pizza in the world at Grissini Ristorante in Cereza

Must learn…
Always say, “Dios mabalos” it means “Thank you” and remains a courtesy

Insider’s tip
Do not forget to say “po” and “opo” when you converse with elders or strangers