Our Baguio trip has been long overdue, me and my friends can't come up with a decent schedule since most of us are already working. But this time we made sure to align our schedule for this trip to happen. 

I've been to Baguio when I was a kid, I was 9 years old then and I don't even remember half the things we did - but with the help of the photos I stumbled upon every time I fix old boxes at home, I am a bit reminded what Baguio looked like.

Camp John Hay

We travelled to Baguio via Victory Liner Bus. You can check their website for other terminals near you. 

source: Victory Liner Website

Travel Tip #1. Make sure to dress appropriately for the weather. Check the weather online what would be the temperature during your stay. During ours, and this is according to my search it's 20-22 degrees from Saturday to Monday, so I didn't expect much for a very cold weather plus the fact that summer season is approaching.

We visited The Strawberry Farm in La Trinidad, there's also a float parade; it's part of Strawberry Festival Celebration

Rose Float for the Strawberry Festival

Travel Tip #2. Choose hotels/transient house near tourist spots. It will save you a lot of time and money (if you don't have a private car with you). You can walk from one place to another; ours is near Baguio Cathedral, Session Road, Baguio Market, SM Baguio, and Burnham Park. 

We also visited the Baguio Craft Brewery [freshly brewed beer!!]

We also had breakfast at 50's Diner, old location at General Luna Road is now closed. NEW LOCATION is at Porta Vaga Mall 4th Level.

Quite fancy Dinner at Cafe by the Ruins,

Travel Tip #3. Taxis are one of the main mode of transportation. If you haven't visited Baguio before, regular taxis there don't have aircon plus flag down rate is cheaper than Manila (they even give you exact change). 

Mines View Park [the famous pink horse]

You can try out horseback riding at Wright Park

Travel Tip #4. Don't be shy, Ask the locals. I know some of us [yes, including me] are shy asking locals for directions. The Baguio locals are accommodating and will tell you easiest way to your destination. So, don't be shy to ask directions.

Valley Of Colors in La Trinidad

Strawberry Farm you can also try Strawberry Picking if you like.

Travel Tip #5. Buy pasalubong at the Baguio Market. If you're just so friendly and always want to share pasalubong wherever you go, best is to know where to buy cheapest goodies in the area. We bought all our pasalubong at the Baguio Market, cheaper and lots of choices. Plus, we also bought [fresh] vegetables to cook back home.

BEST STRAWBERRY ICE CREAM

We also visited BenCab Museum, you can ride a Jeepney [bound to Asin] terminal is near Baguio Market. Or by taxi, approx 30 minutes from Session Road.

Inside Ben Cab Museum

Museum Schedule:
Tuesdays to Sundays 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
(last entry at 5:30 pm).
Closed on Mondays, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

General Admission is Php 120.

basket of freshly picked strawberries 🍓🍓🍓

Here's a list of Restaurants we visited:
- Cafe By The Ruins - quite expensive but food is really good!!
- 50's Diner - budget friendly meals
- Good Taste - budget friendly PLUS big servings!! 
- Vizco's Resto & Cake Shop - must try strawberry shortcake
- Chocolate De Batirol - best for breakfast and for hot chocolate lovers
- Pizza Volante - love the 8 inch pizza 

CAN'T LEAVE BAGUIO WITHOUT TRYING THE STRAWBERRY TAHO 🍓🍓

I love how Baguio is not only cold, but also rich in culture. Lots of places to visit, food to try and delicacies only Baguio can offer. I'd love to go back and relax, and see more of our summer capital.

late post, this trip was from April 23-24, 2015 

Off the coast of Mauban Quezon, Cagbalete Island, a literal overnight sensation -- it's a secluded paradise that awaits everyone. 

It's an ultimate barkada getaway with almost 6 hours travel time away from Manila. If you're into a pampering kind of vacation this place is quite not for you - as it is being a virgin island the resort uses generators at 5pm-6am daily. 

The island has creamy white sand, warm and clear water, plus a relaxing and intoxicating ambiance - and the best part well, kind of - when it's low tide, sand ripples appear on the shoreline.

Cagbalete Island is a good place to relax and rejuvenate, with a scenic and breathtaking view of sunrise and sunset, just a quiet and peaceful time away from the hustle and bustle of the city. 

Palawan is known as the Philippine’s last ecological frontier.

Coron, Palawan is a paradise; a little heaven here on earth. I can't help but feel thankful about God's masterpiece and that we are so blessed with all these beaches and islands we have in our country.

And, the famous picturesque and postcard view of Coron, Palawan.