Caramoan and Legaspi

Caramoan and Legaspi are both located in the southern part of Luzon. It is about 416 kms from Manila airport to Bicol or about estimated travel time of 8 hours but less than 2 hours by plane.

In Legaspi, you would have an opportunity to visit nice places and buy stuff that are made locally or by the natives. Handicraft is one of the means of income of the Bicolanos (how natives called). Relax and enjoy the white and fine sand beaches and the serenity. Enjoy the cool weather, the warm people and spicy foods cooked with coconut oil which Bicolanos are known for.

Here are some beaches and places that you can find in Bicol province:

Caramoan Peninsula

Camarines Sur Water Sports Complex

Bagasbas Beach 

Puraran Beach

Calaguas Islands

Ticao Islands

Cagraray Islands

Busay Falls

Sharing these photos taken sometime in June before rainy season started in the Philippines. You can see some photos of my friends and my daughter. 

The right time to visit Philippines is summer that start from March and end in mid of June. If your budget is tight, avail of promo fares  online and book early. Plan , plan , plan ahead if you wish to enjoy your vacation without a lot of cost.

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Matukad Island of Caramoan

Cagbalinad Island of Caramoan

Top view from Our Lady of peace Grotto in Caramoan

Ther Perfect Cone: Mayon Volcano

Cagsawa National Museum

Top view Legaspi Domestic Airport

Huge limestone and rocks that makes Caramoan beach as one of the tourist attraction

Baguio City of the Philippines

Baguio City is the summer capital of the Philippines. The city is about 206 kms away from Manila. It can be reach by land or by plane. By land, it would take like 6-8 hours depends on traffic situation in Manila. However, travelling by plane is more convenient, may take like less than 1 hour flight.

Baguio City is considered a tourist spot destination.Baguio City is located in the province of Benguet in northern Luzon of the  Philippines. Natives speak in Ilocano dialect. This city is called summer capital of the Philippines because of its mild climate  due to elevation.  Average temperature ranges from 59-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

Tourist will enjoy the mild climate and the nature as well.  Cost of living is average, condominium rental ranges from Php 1500-5000/day depends on one's lifestyle.

Baguio City is a good retirement place too for foreigners who wants mild climate and loves nature.

These photos were taken in different locations of Baguio City. The photo were taken in Botanical Garden, Mines View and Strawberry Farm.