tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-50306671139534526642024-03-21T19:43:38.655+08:00Directions on WebLagalaghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05864024430417258801noreply@blogger.comBlogger291125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5030667113953452664.post-40633432915814043362017-10-01T00:55:00.000+08:002017-10-01T00:55:09.355+08:00How to Get to Galleon MuseumIf you're searching on <b>how to go to Galleon Museum</b> the fastest possible time, read this guide and soon you'll get there at no time. Galleon Museum is located at Mall of Asia but since the entire shopping, dining and entertainment center is so huge, you must know the exact location of the museum in the complex. <br />
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Galleon Museum is located just adjacent to IMAX of Mall of Asia. It is in the north western tip of the mammoth shopping center. Specifically, Galleon Museum is at the corner of Seaside Blvd and Sunset Ave, see map at the bottom of this post. So by public transportation, the jeepney you must take in getting there must be headed to the <b>MOA north transport terminal</b>, not the south transport terminal. But if you can't avoid boarding a jeepney or van which is headed to their MOA south public terminal, just get off at the unloading area in the roundabout where the digital globe landmark is situated. Follow the walk direction which is given here. <br />
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For fast direction, quick guides on how to get to Galleon Museum from either MRT or LRT are given below. Next to them are detailed directions from particular locations in Metro Manila.<br />
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Here are two fastest ways on how to get to Galleon Museum by train:<br />
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<h2 style="margin-bottom: -12px;">How to Commute to Galleon Museum via MRT or LRT train</h2><br />
<font size="2em"><i>From LRT:</i></font><br />
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<li style="margin-top: -10px; padding-bottom: 8px;">Take a train from any station and get off the train at Gil Puyat Station.</li>
</b> <p style="padding-left: 10px; padding-right: 10px;">This is the quickest way to get to Galleon Museum from any location served by Line 1 of LRT. Gil Puyat route to Galleon Museum is less congested compare to EDSA.</p><b>
<li style="margin-top: -10px; padding-bottom: 8px;">Take the tiny jeepney bound for Mall of Asia located along Gil Puyat Ave.</li>
</b> <p style="padding-left: 10px; padding-right: 10px;">The terminal of MOA bound small jeepnies is located along westbound of Gil Puyat Ave around 20 meters from LRT Station southbound exit and about 5 meters past McDonald's.</p><b>
<li style="margin-top: -10px; padding-bottom: 8px;">Get off at Mall of Asia North Transport Terminal.</li>
</b> <p style="padding-left: 10px; padding-right: 10px;">The driver unloads all passengers at designated area before it goes to its queue. Alight here.</p><b>
<li style="margin-top: -10px; padding-bottom: 8px;">Enter Mall of Asia via North Wing walkway which is below the huge pedestrian bridge.</li>
</b> <p style="padding-left: 10px; padding-right: 10px;">Just walk underneath the pedestrian bridge towards MOA building. You will cross Pacific Dr and then you will take the open-air walkway flanked by row of restaurants.</p><b>
<li style="margin-top: -10px; padding-bottom: 8px;">Walk all the way to Seaside Blvd and turn right there to get to Galleon Museum</li>
. </b> <p style="padding-left:10px; padding-right: 10px;">The outdoor walkway ends at Seaside Blvd which is next to Ocean Dr. Turn right on Seaside Blvd, keep walking until you get to the distinctive and humongous dome-shape Galleon Museum.</p></ol><font size="2em"><i>From MRT:</i></font><br />
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<li style="margin-top: -10px; padding-bottom: 8px;">Take a train from any station and get off the train at Taft Ave Station.</li>
</b> <p style="padding-left: 10px; padding-right: 10px;">Take MRT-3 from North Ave or any important spot along the route, i.e., Vertis North, Centris, Araneta Center, Ortigas Center, Ayala Center, etc. If you want a shorter route from MRT-7 <i>(under construction)</i>, transfer to MRT-3 at the common station.</p><b>
<li style="margin-top: -10px; padding-bottom: 8px;">Take a city bus with "Mall of Asia" signage or any jeepney bound for MOA</li>
. </b> <p style="padding-left: 10px; padding-right: 10px;">A whole bunch of public transport is available from MRT Taft Station, though this route is congested. Buses and jeepneys arrive at loading area by the minute. If loading area is too far for you, a terminal of jeepneys headed to Mall of Asia is located just across the stairs of MRT Station.</p><b>
<li style="margin-top: -10px; padding-bottom: 8px;">Get off at Mall of Asia roundabout unloading zone across metallic globe</li>
. </b> <p style="padding-left: 10px; padding-right: 10px;">The bus or jeepney takes the roundabout and stops right in front of Mall of Asia main building. You must alight here. Except if the vehicle turns right and proceeds to North Terminal and not passes through the roundabout. In that case follow the direction from LRT.</p><b>
<li style="margin-top: -10px; padding-bottom: 8px;">Walk and follow the path to North Wing to cross Pacific Drive and take the walkway</li>
. </b> <p style="padding-left: 10px; padding-right: 10px;">North Wing is on right hand side if you're facing Mall of Asia once you have gotten off the bus or jeepney in the roundabout. You will immediately see the pedestrian bridge, proceed there to take the pedestrian crossing underneath it so that you can take the walkway.</p><b>
<li style="margin-top: -10px; padding-bottom: 8px;">Keep walking, cross Ocean Dr and turn right on Seaside Blvd to get to Galleon Museum</li>
. </b> <p style="padding-left:10px; padding-right: 10px;">The outdoor walkway ends at Seaside Blvd. But you will cross Ocean Dr first. Turn right on Seaside Blvd, walk further, and few meters away is the distinctive and humongous dome-shape Galleon Museum.</p></ol><br />
Below are different commute directions to Galleon Museum from various locations in Metro Manila:<br />
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<h2 style="margin-bottom: -12px;">How to get to Galleon Museum from different locations of Metro Manila</h2><br />
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<b>Route #1</b><br />
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<b><i>From Alabang, Star Mall Alabang, Festival Mall, Sucat, Bicutan, FTI and other areas along Osmena Higway</i></b><br />
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All you need to do is to take a jeepney with "Mall of Asia" sign. It is a one jeepney ride from any point of Osmena Highway originating from Alabang area all the way up to Magallanes and finally to the Mall of Asia. Get off the jeepney at the roundabout with digital globe and follow direction given under <i>From MRT</i> above.<br />
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<b>Route #2</b><br />
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<b><i>From Novaliches, Fairview, Philcoa, Quezon City Hall, Commonwealth, East Ave, Kamuning and areas nearby</i></b><br />
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<i>Option 1</i> - One bus ride to Mall of Asia. The sign of bus should read "Baclaran MOA" or "Mall of Asia". Get off the bus at roundaboun in Mall of Asia ang follow walk direction given in <i>From MRT</i> above.<br />
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<i>Option 2</i> - One bus plus train. Get off the bus at either a nearer LRT-1 or an MRT-3 station. Take a train bound for Baclaran if LRT 1, alight at Gil Puyat Station. Take a train bound for Taft if MRT-3, get off at Taft. Follow respective next rides to Mall of Asia given above as well as walk directions to the museum.<br />
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<b>Route #3</b><br />
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<b><i>From East of Metro Manila, e.g., Masinag in Antipolo City, Sta Lucia East, Santolan Pasig, SM City Marikina and areas nearby</i></b><br />
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<i>Option 1</i> - Take a train at nearest LRT-2 station bound for Recto and alight at Araneta Center Cubao Station. Follow direction to MRT-3 station inside Gateway Mall. Take a southbound train and get off at last station which is Taft Station. Follow given direction <i>From MRT</i>.<br />
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<i>Option 2</i> - Instead of alighting at Araneta Center, board the train all the way to Recto Station. Transfer to LRT-1 bound for Baclaran at Doroteo Station. Get off the train at Gil Puyat Station and follow given direction <i>From LRT</i>.<br />
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<i>Option 3</i> - Take a jeepney bound for Divisoria or Sta Mesa. Get off at EDSA. Take a bus bound for Mall of Asia. Get off the bus at roundabout unloading area ang follow given walk direction. <br />
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<b><i>From Eastwood City, Tiendesitas, Ugong Pasig, Pasig Palengke, Ortigas Center, Greenhills, Greenfield District and areas near these locations</i></b><br />
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These areas are either one jeepney ride or walking distance from MRT-3 stations. In Eastwood, take a jeepney to Cubao and use MRT-3 Araneta Center Station. In Tiendesitas, take a jeepney to Robinson's Galleria and use Ortigas Station. In Ugong, jeepney to Crossing and use Shaw Station. In Pasig Palengke, jeepney to Quiapo, get off at EDSA Shaw and use Shaw Station. In Greenhills Shopping Center, jeepney to EDSA-Annapolis and use Santolan Station. In Ortigas Center and Greenfield District, walk to Ortigas Station and Shaw Station, respectively. Get off at Taft Station and follow given directions earlier in the post <i>From MRT</i>.<br />
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<b>Route #5</b><br />
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<b><i>From Caloocan, Malabon, Navotas, Valenzuela or CAMANAVA</i></b><br />
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You can take a one bus ride from Letre and Caloocan to MOA. Or you can use LRT to Gil Puyat. In Valenzuela and Malabon, take a jeepney to EDSA or Monumento. Or if you want fast commute, use LRT-1 Monumento Station to Gil Puyat and follow given direction <i>From LRT</i>. <br />
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<b><i>From Divisoria, Binondo, Ongpin, Lucky Chinatown Mall, Tutuban, Escolta, Sta Cruz in Manila, Quiapo, Recto and nearby areas</i></b><br />
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Option 1 for those coming from Ongpin, Escolta, Sta Cruz, Quiapo is to take a train at LRT-1 Carriedo Station bound for Baclaran and alight at Gil Puyat. In Recto, use Doroteo Jose Station. Option 2 is to take a jeepney bound for Pasay Taft and alight at Gil Puyat. In Divisoria, Binondo, Lucky Chinatown Mall and Tutuban, take a jeepney to Avenida and from there either take a jeepney or train to Gil Puyat. In Gil Puyat, follow given direction <i>From LRT</i>.<br />
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<b><i>From Market Market, SM Aura, Uptown Mall, Serendra, High Street, Burgos Circle, Mind Museum and other parts of Bonifacio Global City (BGC)</i></b><br />
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Take the BGC bus bound for EDSA-Ayala at any bus stop in West BGC. The sign of the bus must be "West Route". In Market Market, take the BGC bus at the terminal outside. The sign of bus is not "West Route", just ask the driver if it's headed to EDSA. In SM Aura, take a jeepney to Ayala at Market Market terminal or take the BGC bus. In Uptown Mall, you can take a jeepney to Guadalupe or BGC bus (North Route), alight at Bonifacio Stopover and take another BGC bus (West Route) to EDSA-Ayala. Take MRT train to MOA and follow given walk direction earlier in the post.<br />
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Manila Galleon Museum map<br />
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</div>Lagalaghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05864024430417258801noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5030667113953452664.post-76998590359917003672017-07-21T20:50:00.001+08:002017-07-22T15:38:53.247+08:002 Jeepney & Van Terminals Bound to East of Metro Manila near MRT ShawFor all commuters that have been affected by the removal of the terminal of jeepneys and Urvan Express vans in Mayflower inside the Greenfield District, this directional article is for you. The terminal that formerly occupied a block called Mayflower within the new central business district of Mandaluyong had been expunged. I think it happened for quite some time now. And I only learned about it recently. So for you, commuters, especially those coming to Ynares Center Antipolo, Tektite Towers, etc, here are different routes to guide you on how to get to your destination from MRT-3 Shaw Blvd Station.<br />
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<h3>2 jeepney & van terminals headed to Antipolo, Cainta, Pasig, etc by the MRT Shaw</h3><br />
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<b>1. Along Shaw Blvd just outside Greenfield District:</b><br />
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Just around 15 to 20 meters approx walk from MRT Shaw northbound exit. Take the north exit of MRT which means you should get down to the northbound lane of EDSA. You also must use the concourse located at the south end of the MRT which means if you're from Taft, walk towards the tail of the train and exit there, that's the side of Greenfield District. If you're from North, walk towards the front of the train from which you alighted and take the elevator/stair to exit. Get down to EDSA, walk to the corner of EDSA-Shaw, turn right on Shaw, walk further, cross the perpendicular road there and you're already in the mini Terminal of jeepneys and vans. Wait for jeepneys there and get to the corresponding queue. There are barkers whom you can ask for a particular destination. <b><i>Tip:</i></b> This terminal is located opposite Shangri-La which is at the other side of Shaw. <br />
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In the table below are some of the destinations of jeepneys and UV Express in this mini terminal. These routes are also served by jeepneys and vans from the main terminal. If your particular destination is not listed, please ask a driver or the barker for that information.<br />
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Antipolo<br />
Baytown<br />
Binangonan<br />
Cainta-Parola<br />
Floodway<br />
Morong<br />
Pasig Palengke<br />
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Shopwise<br />
Tanay<br />
Tektite<br />
Teresa<br />
Tiendesitas<br />
Ugong<br />
Ynares Antipolo<br />
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<b>2. Main terminal of jeepneys and vans located along Shaw Blvd:</b><br />
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This big terminal of jeepneys and vans headed to Antipolo, Cainta, Pasig and other areas in the eastern part of Metro Manila is located along Shaw Blvd around 20 meters away from MRT Shaw Station southbound exit. You need to exit MRT station via south exit which means you get down to the southbound lane of EDSA. And it is important to exit through the concourse located at the south of the entire MRT Shaw. You must take the stair which goes down directly to Shaw Blvd. Once in the ground, walk straight along Shaw Blvd until you get to the big terminal. This terminal is complete in terms of routes to the east of MM because this terminal is in large complex compare to the one outside Greenfield District which only can accommodate 2 jeepneys and 2 vans, so you have to wait for a particular jeepney headed to a particular destination there, and the queues are lengthy. Once you get to the big terminal, ask a barker or a dispatcher for the location of jeepney or van that you need to ride in going to your destination. Definitely, there's a jeepney headed to Ynares Center Antipolo. Just look for a jeepney with "Antipolo Simbahan" signage. <b><i>Tip:</i></b> This big terminal is located opposite Star Mall which is located on the other side of Shaw.<br />
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The destinations listed in the table above are also served by jeepneys and vans in this terminal. Below are other destinations included in the routes of jeepneys and vans in this big terminal. So, if your destination are any of the listed below, head down this terminal and board a jeepney or van that either passes by or stops in your destination. Most of the below destinations except Ynares Antipolo are very near. So, be attentive to driver or better yet ask him to drop you off at your destination. For those going to Tektite Towers, or any building located along San Miguel Ave in Ortigas Center such as Jolibee Center, etc, the sign of jeepney to take from here is "Ugong Tektite." <br />
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Meralco Ave<br />
Pasig Palengke & Kapitolyo<br />
San Miguel Ave<br />
San Miguel Ave Ortigas Center<br />
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Tektite<br />
Tiendesitas<br />
Ugong Pasig<br />
Ynares Center Antipolo<br />
Ynares Sport Complex Pasig<br />
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So whether you're headed to <i>faraway</i> Ynarez Center in Antipolo or the <i>closely located</i> Tektite Towers in Ortigas Center, go to any of the two terminals. In big terminal, look for your jeepney. In Greenfield District, go to the queue, wait for a jeepney bound for your destination and hop in. Soon you'll get there. Meanwhile, if your destination is Ynarez Sports Arena which is situated near that area along Shaw Blvd, just take a jeepney bound for Pasig Palengke. Ask the driver to drop you off at Ynarez Sports Arena. For those who are headed to any buildings located along San Miguel Ave, please go to <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2011/07/commute-to-ortigas-center-buildings.html" target="_blank">Commute To Ortigas Center Buildings From MRT Shaw Station</a>. Remember that "Ugong-Tektite" route jeepney turns left onto San Miguel Ave. Use the guide in that post so that you know where to get off the jeepney. Again, if your destination is not listed in the two lists above, please ask any of the following: dispatcher, barker, driver. Hope this guide will help you in getting to your destination. <br />
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Below is the map where the two terminals are pointed by two markers. <br />
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</div>Lagalaghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05864024430417258801noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5030667113953452664.post-72571264706504237212017-05-10T15:47:00.000+08:002017-05-12T16:50:18.530+08:00How to Get to Southwest Integrated Provincial Bus TerminalThis is a quick guide on commuting to the newly launched Interim SouthWest Integrated Provincial Terminal now located at HK Sun Plaza in Pasay. You can get to SWIPT from north of Metro Manila by one city bus ride. The city bus takes EDSA, turns right onto Ayala Ave all the way to Roxas Blvd and unloads passengers just outside SWIPT. Read directions below.<br />
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As this provincial bus terminal is temporary, expect that you will be redirected to the third terminal when built which will be biggest and hopefully commuters friendly. The <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2013/07/South-West-Integrated-Terminal.html" target="_blank">first Southwest Integrated Terminal which was located in Coastal Mall</a> will no longer be operational. So, head to this new terminal for your provincial travel by bus to any towns and places of Cavite, Batangas and as authorities say Mindoro. Where is South West Integrated Terminal? It is flanked by Diosdado Macapagal Blvd and Roxas Blvd and just across the corner of Libertad and Roxas Blvd See map at the bottom of this post.<br />
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<b>How to go to Southwest Provincial Terminal from Metro Manila north</b><br />
<ol style="margin-top: 10px;"><li style="margin-left: 15px;">Along EDSA northern part, take a bus with sign that reads "Baclaran Ayala Leveriza".</li>
<li style="margin-left: 15px;">Observe that the bus should turn right onto Ayala Ave. That means you're on the right bus.</li>
<li style="margin-left: 15px;">The bus takes Buendia all the way to Roxas Blvd where it will make a U-Turn to Roxas Blvd.</li>
<li style="margin-left: 15px;">Get off the bus at unloading zone before the big pedestrian overpass that you see from afar.</li>
<li style="margin-left: 15px;">Get inside Southwest Integrated Terminal and proceed to Bay of bus headed to your destination.</li>
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<b>How to get to Southwest Provincial Terminal via MRT/LRT</b><br />
<ol style="margin-top: 10px;"><li style="margin-left: 15px;">Get on board an LRT-2 train to Recto Station or an MRT-3 train to Taft Station.</li>
<li style="margin-left: 15px;">Transfer from MRT-3 Taft to LRT-1 EDSA Station or from LRT-2 Recto Station to LRT-1 Doroteo Station.</li>
<li style="margin-left: 15px;">Board a LRT-1 train to Libertad Station.</li>
<li style="margin-left: 15px;">Take a tricycle to Roxas Blvd or jeepney to Harrison where you walk to Roxas Blvd.</li>
<li style="margin-left: 15px;">Cross Roxas Blvd via the big pedestrian overpass and get inside Southwest Integratged Terminal located at HK Sun Plaza.</li>
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<b>How to get to different parts of Metro Manila from Southwest Integrated Provincial Terminal</b><br />
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Once you arrived at Southwest Integrated Provincial Terminal and just alighted from a provincial bus, proceed to the terminal of jeepneys bound for different popular locations, e.g., Divisoria, Sta Cruz, Quiapo, Baclaran, EDSA, Libertad, LRT, MRT, etc. Choose jeepney destination where you can take your next ride to your final destination. Take your next ride. Be safe. <br />
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<b>Provincial destinations of buses in Southwest Integrated Provincial Terminal HK Sun Plaza</b><br />
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<table width="90%"><tr> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 20%;">Bay 1</td> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 15%;">Dasmarinas City</td> </tr>
<tr> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 20%;">Bay 2</td> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 15%;">Mendez/Tagaytay</td> </tr>
<tr> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 20%;">Bay 3</td> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 15%;">Tagaytay</td> </tr>
<tr> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 20%;">Bay 4</td> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 15%;">Tagaytay</td> </tr>
<tr> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 20%;">Bay 5</td> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 15%;">Trece Martires</td> </tr>
<tr> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 20%;">Bay 6</td> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 15%;">Indang/Trece Martires</td> </tr>
<tr> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 20%;">Bay 7</td> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 15%;">Alfonso</td> </tr>
<tr> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 20%;">Bay 8</td> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 15%;">Alfonso</td> </tr>
<tr> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 20%;">Bay 9</td> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 15%;">Balayan</td> </tr>
<tr> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 20%;">Bay 10</td> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 15%;">Nasugbu</td> </tr>
<tr> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 20%;">Bay 11</td> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 15%;">Calatagan</td> </tr>
<tr> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 20%;">Bay 12</td> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 15%;">Naic</td> </tr>
<tr> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 20%;">Bay 13</td> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 15%;">Cavite City via Cavitex</td> </tr>
<tr> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 20%;">Bay 14</td> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 15%;">Cavite City via Cavitex</td> </tr>
<tr> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 20%;">Bay 15</td> <td width="50%;" style="padding-left: 15%;">Cavite City via Cavitex</td> </tr>
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<b>How to Commute to Southwest Integrated Terminal from Different locations and via other modes of public transportation</b><br />
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<b><i>Route #1</i></b> - from Divisoria, Binondo, Quiapo, Sta Cruz Manila, Tondo Monumento, Tondo, etc.<br />
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Take a jeepney bound for Baclaran with secondary sign that reads "Mabini Harrison". Get off at Libertad, walk to Roxas Blvd and cross the boulevard via pedestrian overpass toward SWIPT. For fast commute, LRT-1 to Libertad Station is recommended. <br />
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<b><i>Route #2</i></b> - from Baclaran, Paranaque and nearby areas<br />
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Take a jeepney bound for Quiapo or Monumento with a secondary sign "Harrison Mabini", alight at Libertad and walk toward Roxas Blvd.<br />
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<b><i>Route #3</i></b> - from Marikina, Cainta, Antipolo, Sta Lucia East Grand Mall, Robinsons Metro East, SM City Marikina & Masinag and areas nearby.<br />
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Recommended: Take LRT-2 and LRT-1. Follow given directions earlier in the post. Other option: Take a jeepney bound for "Divisoria" and alight at Avenida. Next, take a jeepney bound for "Baclaran" but with "Mabini Harrison" secondary sign. Get off at Libertad, walk to Roxas Blvd and cross the boulevard via the pedestrian overpass. <br />
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<b><i>Route #4</i></b> - from areas of Pasig Palengke, Masinag, and other nearby areas.<br />
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Recommended and other option, respectively. Take a jeepney to MRT-3 Shaw Station and follow given direction in How to Get to SWIPT via MRT/LRT. Or take the "Quiapo" bound jeepney. In Quiapo, take "Baclaran" bound jeepney via "Mabini Harrison", follow Route #1.<br />
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<b><i>Route #5</i></b> - from Alabang, Bicutan, Sucat and other nearby areas.<br />
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Take a jeepney bound for "Mall of Asia" and get off at Harrison St. Take another jeepney bound for "Monumento", "Quiapo" or "Sta Cruz Manila" with a secondary sign of "Harrison Manini". Follow Route #2.<br />
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<b><i>Route #6</i></b> - from SM Mall of Asia<br />
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Go to the north terminal for public transportation which is just outside Hypermart. Look for the bay of yellow color small jeepneys bound for Buendia Taft. Board one of them and ask the driver to drop you off at HK Sun Plaza/Southwest Integrated Provincial Terminal.<br />
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<b><i>Route #7</i></b> - from Novaliches, Fairview, SM City Fairview, Fairview Terraces, Philcoa and areas nearby<br />
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You can opt for one city bus ride. Wait for a bus bound for "Baclaran" but with "Ayala Leveriza LRT" secondary sign. Follow direction given in How to go to Southwest Provincial Terminal from Metro Manila north. If there's no such bus in your area, take one to EDSA where you wait for that particular bus. <br />
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Location map of Southwest Integrated Provincial Teminal in HK Sun Plaza<br />
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Hope this directional guide will help you in going to Southwest Integrated Provincial Bus Terminal. If your location is far from any places mentioned here and you want my help, you can ask for direction using our comment box below.Lagalaghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05864024430417258801noreply@blogger.com2Diosdado Macapagal Blvd, Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines14.5459841 120.98888790000001-10.9760504 79.680293900000009 40.0680186 162.2974819tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5030667113953452664.post-19225909610501468172017-04-26T16:43:00.001+08:002017-04-26T16:54:29.655+08:00How to Get to St Michael the Archangel Parish in BGCIf you're searching for ways on how to commute to St Michael the Archangel Parish Church in Bonifacio Global City, you're on the right page here. Below you will find directions on public transportation with detailed guides on how to go to the church from your location. You must read this article continuously to get the right direction for you as directions are given from nearer point to farthest locations. Therefore, if you already know how to get to the nearest point to the church, all you need to do is to head to that spot, e.g., MRT Station and take the next ride to the church.<br />
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<b>Location of St Michael the Archangel Parish BGC</b><br />
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Where is St Michael the Archangel in Bonifacio Global City? The church is located at the corner of 10th Ave and 39th St in Uptown, BGC. It is much nearer to Guadalupe Station of MRT-3 via one quick jeepney ride compare to 2 BGC bus rides from MRT Ayala Station. See map below this post.<br />
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<b>How to commute to St Michael the Archangel Parish BGC</b><br />
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<i>Nearest MRT stations:</i><br />
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<b><i>MRT Guadalupe Station - </i></b>Nearest train station. You only need to take a jeepney with sign that reads "Market-Market", "Gate 3" or "Fort Bonifacio."<br />
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<b><i>MRT Ayala Station - </i></b> Near to BGC but far from St Michael the Archangel Parish. You need to board 2 BGC buses from MRT to get to the church. First bus is "West Route" and second bus is "North Route."<br />
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<b>How to get to St Michael the Archangel Parish BGC from different locations</b><br />
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<b><i>Route #1</i></b><br />
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<i>From anywhere inside Bonifacio Global City or BGC</i><br />
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Use any bus stop inside Bonifacio Global City and wait for a BGC bus with "North" sign. If you're in Market Market or SM Aura, take a BGC "Central Route" bus to RCBC bus stop and wait for BGC "North Route" bus. Get off the bus at the last terminal/stop which is located right at the location of St Michael the Archangel Parish Church.<br />
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Alternatively and faster if you're in Market Market or SM Aura, take a jeepney to Guadalupe at loading area along McKinley Pkwy which is the road between Market Market and Serendra. In SM Aura, it is the road that bounded the lengthy side of the mall on the east, northeast to be specific. <br />
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<b><i>Route #2</i></b><br />
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<i>From MRT Guadalupe Station</i><br />
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Exit the MRT Station at northbound exit which is attached to Guadalupe Commercial Center mall. Either enter the mall and exit the mall at the ground floor main entrance beside Chowking or use the train station stairs, walk uphill along EDSA and turn left on the perpendicular street which bounded the Guadalupe Commercial Center. There are jeepneys there. Ride one with any of these signs: "Fort Bonifacio", "Gate 3", and "Market Market." It will pass by St Michael the Archangel the Parish which you will see on your right once the jeepney enters Uptown area of BGC via 10th Ave. To make sure, just ask driver to drop you there.<br />
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<b><i>Route #3</i></b><br />
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<i>From MRT Ayala Station</i><br />
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Exit the MRT Station at northbound exit and get inside BGC Bus Terminal. Take "West Route" BGC bus and alight at RCBC bus stop aka The Fort bus stop. Wait for the "North Route" BGC bus and get off at the last bus stop where the St Michael the Archangel Church is situated. You must buy ticket first from a crew manning the bus stop.<br />
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<b><i>Route #4</i></b><br />
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<i>From Gate 3 and Sales Road</i><br />
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One long jeepney ride from Osmena Highway. Go to Gate 3 Plaza which you can see from Sales Bridge. Turn right onto the perpendicular street which also bounded the Gate 3 Plaza bldg. You will walk past the entrance of Gate 3 Plaza and immediately see the terminal of "Gate 3 to Guadalupe" jeepneys on the right, opposite Gate 3 Plaza. Go to the queue to board the next "on-duty" jeepney. Ask driver to drop you off at St Michael the Archangel church.<br />
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<b><i>Route #5</i></b><br />
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<i>From Monumento and others areas in CAMANAVA (Caloocan, Malabon, Navotas, Valenzuela)</i><br />
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Option 1. By train. Board a Baclaran bound LRT-1 train at nearest station and get off at EDSA Station. Transfer to MRT-3 to either Ayala Station or Guadalupe Station. If you prefer one jeepney ride from MRT to the church then get off the train at Guadalupe Station. If you prefer 2 aircon bus rides to the church, alight at Ayala Station. Ayala Station comes first. Guadalupe is next to Buendia which follows Ayala.<br />
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Option 2. By bus. From any point of EDSA, take a bus bound for south of MM, i.e., Alabang, Baclaran, MOA, etc. Get off the bus at either Guadalupe or Ayala. Cross EDSA via pedestrian bridge in Guadalupe and MRT Station in Ayala. Take the next ride/rides - jeepney to the church or 2 BGC aircon buses to the the church. Guadalupe comes first before Ayala in this route. Take bus with "Ayala Ibabaw" secondary sign if you prefer to take BGC buses.<br />
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<b><i>Route #6</i></b><br />
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<i>From Novaliches, SM Fairview, Fairview Terraces and areas nearby</i><br />
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Option 1 is to take a bus to south of MM mentioned in route #5 and follow given direction there. Option 2 is to take a bus or jeepney to EDSA and take Taft bound train and follow already given direction.<br />
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<b><i>Route #7</i></b><br />
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<i>From Alabang, Festival Mall, Starmall Alabang, Filinvest City, Sucat and areas nearby</i><br />
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Option 1. Via PNR. From any station of PNR along Osmena Hi-way/SLEX, board a train bound for Tutuban and get off at Nichols Station. Head to Gate 3 Plaza by taking the road that continues Sales Bridge which crosses Osmena Hi-way. Walk away from the bridge and you'll see Gate 3 Plaza on the right. Follow direction given at route #4.<br />
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Option 2. By bus or jeepney. Take a bus bound for north of MM, i.e., Monumento, Novaliches, Fairview, alight at Nichols or take a jeepney bound for Pasay Rotunda/MOA (Mall of Asia), alight at Nicholds. Follow direction given above. <br />
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You can opt for Option 3 which is getting off the bus (bound for north of MM) at Ayala Ave and take 2 BGC buses to the church. But I don't recommend that for the reason that it is too way far out. But conveniently, it is the way to go like arriving at the church via 3 aircon buses.<br />
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<b><i>Route #8</i></b><br />
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<i>From Divisoria, Lucky Chinatown and areas nearby</i><br />
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Option 1. Via PNR. Board a PNR train bound for Alabang and get off at Nichols Station. Follow direction given at Option 1 of Route #7.<br />
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Option 2. By jeepneys and buses. Take a "Baclaran" bound jeepney and alight at EDSA. Take a bus bound to north of MM via EDSA, e.g., Monumento, Fairview, Novaliches. Get off the bus at either Ayala or Guadalupe. Follow direction given on either Route #2 or Route #3. <br />
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<b><i>Route #9</i></b><br />
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<i>From Calumpang, Marikina, Cainta, Antipolo, Sta Lucia East Grand Mall, Robinsons Metro East, SM City Marikina & Masinag and areas nearby</i><br />
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Option 1. By trains. Board a LRT-2 train bound for Recto at the nearest train station to you. Get off the train at Araneta Center Cubao and transfer to MRT 3. Board a MRT-3 train bound for Taft and alight at either Guadalupe or Ayala Station. Follow direction given on either Route #2 or Route #3.<br />
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Option 2. By jeepneys and buses. Take a jeepney bound for Divisoria. Alight at EDSA. Board a bus bound for south of MM, e.g., Alabang, Baclaran, NAIA. Get off the bus at either Guadalupe or Ayala. Follow direction given on either Route #2 or #3. <br />
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<b><i>Route #10</i></b><br />
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<i>From Pasig, Tiendesitas, Eastwood Mall and areas near these vicinities</i><br />
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From Eastwood, take jeepney to Cubao. From Tiendesitas, take jeepney to EDSA-Ortigas. From Pasig, take jeepney to EDSA-Crossing. Board a MRT-3 train bound for Taft. In Cubao, use Araneta Center Station. In EDSA-Ortigas, use Ortigas Station. In EDSA-Crossing, use Shaw Station. Get off the train at either Guadalupe or Ayala Station. Follow direction given in either Route #2 or Route #3.<br />
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Alternatively, you can take a southbound MM bus instead of train. Just make sure that the bus has secondary sign of "Ayala Ibabaw" if you prefer to take 2 BGC buses in getting to St Michael the Archangel Parish church BGC.<br />
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If your point of origin is far from any of the places mentioned in all the routes here, you can ask for direction by using the comment box below this post. This is the article of directional guides on how to get to St Michael the Archangel Parish Church BGC from different locations in Metro Manila. That's it. Now see the map below to have an idea on how near and how far the church to Guadalupe and Ayala MRT stations, respectively. <br />
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In this map, the shaded area is Bonifacio Global City. Three red icons represent two stations of MRT and the St Michael the Archangel Church. You immediately see here that the church is very near to Guadalupe Station.<br />
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<h3>NAIA Airport Expressway (NAIAX) Entrance/Exit Ramps</h3><br />
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</div><b>Entertainment City</b> - These entrance and exit ramps are dedicated to motorists coming in and out of Entertainment City. Located at New Seaside Dr near corner Macapagal Blvd. New Seaside Dr is the extension of NAIA Road. There is no fork or ramp to other direction upon entrance to NAIAX from Entertainment City so you will not get confused. But upon exit from NAIAX, you must change to the rightmost lane if you're going to Entertainment City. There are road signs and one reads Entertainment City but still if you're going fast and you're in the middle or leftmost lane, you might end up in the wrong lane. The entrance ramp from Entertainment City is an excellent alternate to Macapagal entrance ramp if you're coming from <i>Diokno Blvd, SM Mall of Asia, MOA Arena, Senate Bldg, Philippine Plaza Hotel, CCP Complex, etc</i> as you get to avoid the traffic and traffic lights along Macapagal Blvd. While in Diokno Blvd, cross Aseana Ave and enter Entertainment City, drive past the prominent Okada Manila and follow the road until you see the entrance ramp of NAIAX. <br />
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<b>Andrews Ave</b> - Located between Newport City and NAIA Terminal 3 along Andrews Ave, these entrance and exit ramps are for motorists going to and from NAIA Terminals 1 & 2, Entertainment City, Cavite and Macapagal Blvd. But you will only need to use the Andrews Ave entrance ramp if you're coming from SLEX, Osmena Highway, BGC, Makati and other nearby areas and not passing through Skyway. Likewise, use the Andrews Ave exit ramp if you're not going to use Skyway in heading to your destination via SLEX or Osmena Highway from Terminal 1&2, Entertainment City, etc. Andrews Ave exit of NAIAX is under the road sign "SLEX Makati BGC". If you're going to use Skyway to and from NAIAX, use the Skyway Connector. You don't need to use NAIAX if your destination is Terminal 3 from either SLEX or Skyway in this route. Just take Andrews Ave and take the roundabout to Terminal 3.<br />
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</div><b>Skyway Connector</b> - The route to take via Skyway to Terminal 1 or 2 or 3 from either: <i>South of MM: SLEX, Alabang, Muntinlupa, CALABARZON and the rest of Southern Tagalog and South Luzon or North of MM: NLEX, EDSA's northern part, Quezon City, CAMANAVA and the rest of north and central Luzon.</i>. On the Skyway, take the lane under road signs "NAIA Terminals 1-2-3"/"NAIA Expressway" to exit the skyway. Somewhere in the exit ramp, the Skyway ends and the connector to NAIAX extends the ramp. There's a fork in the connector. Choose your lane - "Terminal 3" or "Terminal 1&2". The ramp to NAIA 3 goes down to Andrews Ave while the connector merges to NAIAX lane bound for Terminal 1&2 (and Entertainment City.) Once in the NAIAX on your way to T1 and T2, drive is smooth. Just pay attention to road signs above and up ahead to get to your destination - Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Entertainment City, etc. Make sure you're on the right lane. In going back from Terminal 1&2, take the NAIA Expressway all the way to Skyway if you're going to use Skyway. If not, use the Andrews Ave exit. It is the leftmost lane past toll plaza and under road signs "SLEX BGC" and "Makati Alabang" of NAIAX in front of Terminal 3.<br />
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<b>CAVITEX</b> - These entrance and exit ramps of NAIA Expressway are located in the northern end of Manila-Cavite Expressway, most popularly known as CAVITEX. Entrance ramp of NAIAX from CAVITEX is specifically situated along leftmost northbound lane of CAVITEX meters away before the intersection of NAIA Rd. Exit ramp to CAVITEX is specifically starts at the rightmost westbound lane of NAIAX past the fork for "Terminals 1&2" and "Entertainment City" if you're coming from Terminal 3/SLEX/SKYWAY and past the fork for "Terminal 3" and "Entertainment City" if you're coming from Terminal 1 or Terminal 2. CAVITEX Exit/Entrance served motorists from: the province of <i>Cavite</i> that include <i>Tagaytay City, Dasmarinas, Amadeo</i> as well as some parts of Batangas near Cavite border.<br />
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</div><b>NAIA Rd</b> - This ramp, located at westbound lane of NAIA Rd past cor of Ninoy Aquino Ave, is the one that connects NAIA Terminals 1&2 to Terminal 3. But you can also use it if your coming from: <i>Sucat, Multinational Village, Moonwalk, Duty Free Philippines Fiesta Mall, etc</i> and headed to Terminal 3 via <i>Dr Santos Ave, Ninoy Aquino Ave or Multinatinal Ave</i>. From those places just turn left onto NAIA Rd and immediately change lane to the rightmost.<br />
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<h3>How to get to a NAIA terminal from NAIA Expressway</h3><br />
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Depending on where you enter the NAIA Expressway or which entrance ramp you use except NAIA Rd, heading to your terminal destination is no issue as signs are there to guide you. Nevertheless, below are directions to each terminal of NAIA from all entrance ramps of the airport expressway:<br />
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<b>From Macapagal Blvd</b> - Take the NAIAX ramp which is located at the leftmost lane of the southbound Macapagal Blvd. Soon your lane will merge to the one coming from Entertainment City as your lane turns left. Then Cavitex ramp will merge up ahead above Roxas Blvd. Now this is where you must pay attention as the expressway firstly forks to left which is headed to "NAIA Terminal 3" before it forks to right which is headed to "Terminal 1" while the remaining lane goes straight to "Terminal 2". So if your destination is Terminal 3, make sure you're on the leftmost lane of NAIAX to take the fork below road sign "Terminal 3" and if your destination is Terminal 1, make sure you're on the rightmost lane of NAIAX and take the second fork under the road sign "Terminal 1" while if your destination is Terminal 2, take the lane that goes straight below the road sign "Terminal 2" which goes down to NAIA Rd. If you're taking the route to Terminal 3, watch for road sign "Terminal 3" to avoid taking wrong lanes which will take you to any of the following: Skyway, Andrews Ave and SLEX.<br />
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</div><b>From Entertainment City</b> - Your landmark in Entertainment City is Okada Manila. The road in front of Okada is New Seaside Dr and it is headed to NAIAX ramp. From SM MOA Complex and Diokno Blvd cross Aseana Ave, take the roundabout and head toward Okada which is seen from afar. Drive past the frontage of Okada, stay on that road, New Seaside Dr, until you get to the NAIAX ramp. NAIAX first forks to left which is headed to "Terminal 3". If your destination is Terminal 3, stay to the leftmost lane immediately after entering NAIAX. Next fork is to the right and it's headed to "Terminal 1". So if your destination is Terminal 1, stay to the rightmost lane and follow the fork which is under road sign "Terminal 1" while under "Terminal 2" road sign (left handside) is the remaining lane that goes straight and is headed to "Terminal 2". So, if your destination is Terminal 2, stay on the main lane. <br />
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<b>From CAVITEX</b> - As Cavitex entrance ramp merges to NAIA expressway above NAIA Rd and Roxas Blvd intersection, you get to take the specific lane headed to a particular NAIA Terminal much faster after entering the NAIAX. Just remember these: For Terminal 3, you must immediately change lane to the leftmost and take the first fork under "Termianl 3" road sign and then watch for next overhead "Terminal 3" road sign. For Terminal 1, take the next fork which is to the right. Finally, for Terminal 2, take the straight lane. There are road signs for both Terminals - left hand side is Terminal 2, right hand side is terminal 1. <br />
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</div><b>From Skyway</b> - After exiting either southbound or northbound Skyway at "NAIA Expressway"/"NAIA 1-2-3" Exit, the connector to NAIAX will fork. Under "Terminal 3" road sign, if that is your destination, the ramp will take you down to Andrews Ave and then a big roundabout. Take the lane in the roundabout with directional sign pointing to Terminal 3 and follow that lane. Taking the lane under "Terminal 1&2" road sign as the connector merges to NAIAX, next fork is to the left and it is under "Entertainment City" and "Macapagal Blvd" sign, while the main lane has "Teminal 1&2" road sign above it. So, you must be driving to the rightmost lane all the time while taking the NAIAX. Last fork is to the right for "Terminal 1" and the main lane goes straight to "Terminal 2". Just choose the lane under either "Terminal 2" road sign (left hand side) or "Terminal 1" sign (right hand side.)<br />
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<b>From Andrews Ave</b> - You will take this route if you're coming from SLEX without passing through SKYWAY. This is also the route to take from BGC and Makati via Lawton Ave, Chino Roces, Sales Bridge and Sales Rd which becomes Andrews Ave as the road turns right. If your destination is Terminal 3, no need to take NAIAX. Just take Andrews Ave and the roundabout up ahead and follow direction to Terminal 3. If your destination is either Terminal 1 or Terminal 2, take the Andrews Ave entrance ramp of NAIAX and follow direction given for motorists using Skyway (From Skyway.)<br />
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<h3>Driving Directions to NAIA Terminals 1-2-3 via Airport Skyway aka NAIA Expressway</h3><br />
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<b>Route #1</b><br />
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Via <b><i>Roxas Blvd</i></b> from <i>Intramuros, Manila Hotel, Rizal Park, Luneta, South & North Harbor (Pier), Delpan, Lucky Chinatown Mall, Divisoria, Ongpin, Tondo, Caloocan and nearby areas</i>. <b>NOTE:</b> This is Option 1 for those coming from CAMANAVA.<br />
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</div>From your location head towards Roxas Blvd. From CAMANAVA use Rizal Ave or Abad Santos Ave towards Lawton then Roxas Blvd. Now in Roxas Blvd drive all the way past Manila Yacht Club. Turn right onto CCP Complex. Drive all the way to the tip of the road where Tanghalang Francisco Balagtas aka Folk Arts Theater is located. Make left and drive to the road tip where opposite is PICC. That intersection is Vicente Sotto.<br />
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<i>Option 1.</i> Turn left onto Vicente Sotto then immediately turn right onto Magdalena Jalandoni. That road will become Macapagal Blvd once you cross Buendia where World Trace Center is located. Now stay to the middle of Macapagal and drive all the way past Seaside Blvd, EDSA and Bradco Ave. Change lane to the leftmost past Aseana Ave to take the entry ramp of NAIA Expressway. Choose the lane under sign of Airport Skyway.<br />
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<i>Option 2.</i> This is used to avoid traffic in Macapagal Blvd/EDSA intersection. Turn right onto Vicente Sotto. Turn left at the end of the road, Drive past Hotel Sofitel Philippine Plaza and the old bldg of Manila Film Center. You will cross intersection of Buendia Ext and road now you're taking J.W. Diokno Blvd. Drive past Senate bldg and all the way to Mall of Asia. Drive past Mall of Asia passing through the big roundabout of Globe Rotunda. Turn left at Coral Way which is next to MOA Arena and turn right onto Macapagal Blvd. Drive past Bradco Ave and Aseana Ave until you see the entry ramp of NAIA Expressway under sign Airport Skyway.<br />
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<b>Route #2</b><br />
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Via <b><i>Skyway</i></b> from North & South of Metro Manila, i.e., <b>North:</b> <i>CAMANAVA (Caloocan, Malabon, Navotas, Valenzuela), Bulacan, Novaliches, Balintawak and nearby areas</i>. <b>South:</b> <i>Alabang, Muntinlupa, Pacita, Laguna, Batangas, Festival Mall, Filinvest City and areas nearby</i>. <b>Note:</b> <i>This is second option for those coming from CAMANAVA. For areas where skyway is not yet completed take the ground level road, i.e., Bonifacio Dirve, Quirino Ave, etc.</i><br />
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<b>Route #3</b><br />
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Via <b><i>CAVITEX</i></b> from <i>Cavite, Tagaytay some parts of Batangas near Tagaytay</i> as well as areas near <i>Alabang Zapote Rd</i> in MM and other areas of <i>Paranaque and Las Pinas</i> near to Cavitex.<br />
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</div>Simply take CAVITEX either from Alabang-Zapote Rd or Tirona Highway and take the NAIA Expressway entrance ramp located before NAIA Rd in Paranaque. Once in the expressway change lane according to your terminal destination, i.e., Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3.<br />
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Via <b><i>NAIA Rd</i></b> to Terminal 3 only from <i>Sucat, BF Homes, Paranaque, Las Pinas, Multinational Village, Moonwalk, Duty Free Philippines Fiesta Mall, etc</i>. Take Dr A Santos Ave until its name changes to Ninoy Aquino Ave. Drive all the way to the road's end changing lane to the left. Turn left onto NAIA Rd and immediately take the rightmost lane to take the NAIA Rd entry ramp. Once in the Airport Skyway, take the lane under the sign of "Terminal 3."<br />
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<h3>NAIA Expressway Toll Fees</h3><br />
From Entertainment City to Terminal 3: Php 45 for car, Php 90 for bus and Php 134 for truck. Minimum toll fees are Php 35 for car and Php 69 for bus.Lagalaghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05864024430417258801noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5030667113953452664.post-50650547733709267042016-06-06T15:44:00.001+08:002020-02-23T09:47:48.947+08:00How to Commute to Uptown Mall BGC TaguigLocated in Uptown Bonifacio of North Bonifacio District, Bonifacio Global City, Uptown Mall and Uptown Parade is way too far from MRT Ayala Station. You will need 2 rides of BGC bus to get there - first bus from BGC Bus Terminal in EDSA to RCBC Bus Stop aka The Fort Station in BGC, second bus is from RCBC Bus Stop to Uptown Mall. It is convenient, yes, if you want an air-conditioned commute from MRT and a safer route. But if you want a one ride from a MRT Station, then get off the train at Guadalupe Station and ride a jeepney there and alight at Uptown Mall. Although this route is exposed to bad elements especially in Guadalupe area where robbers lurk in almost everywhere. Just take care especially if you're carrying expensive gadgets. Here you have 2 choices of commuting to Uptown Mall from MRT. Jeepney is also most economical as fare is minimum. Below are directions on how to go to Uptown Mall from MRT Station, pick your choice - by 2 BGC Bus rides or by 1 jeepney ride. Next to it is the 1 jeepney ride from SLEX/Osmena Hiway and of course directions from different parts of MM. Uptown Parade and Uptown Mall are located next to each other.<br />
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</div><h3>How to Get to Uptown Mall Taguig from MRT Station</h3><br />
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</div><b>Option 1:</b> <i>Two BGC Bus ride from MRT Ayala Station.</i> How to get to Uptown Mall from MRT Ayala? Proceed to BGC Bus Terminal from northbound exit of MRT Station. Buy your ticket for "West Route" bus. Get off the bus at second station inside BGC which is RCBC aka The Fort Station. Buy ticket for your second bus ride at personnel manning that station. Your destination - North. Wait for a BGC bus with "North" sign and get on board. Alight at Uptown Mall. You can also take "East Route" bus but unload at Crescent Park West Stop, buy "North" ticket there and wait for "North" bus. For commuting guide to different destinations in BGC from EDSA, read <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2012/02/commute-guide-to-buildings-attractions.html" target="_blank">Commute Guide To Buildings & Attractions Inside BGC From MRT Ayala Station</a><br />
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<b>Option 2:</b> <i>One jeepney ride from MRT Guadalupe Station.</i> How to go to Uptown Mall from MRT Guadalupe? Take the north exit of MRT station, get inside Guadalupe Commercial Complex connected to the station or go downstairs to EDSA. Inside Guadalupe Commercial, go down to ground floor and exit at P Burgos, just adjacent to Chowking. In EDSA, walk towards the next corner which is P Burgos where Jollibee is situated.<br />
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</div>Take a jeepney there with any of these signs: "Market Market", "AFP/PNP Housing", "Gate 3", "Fort Bonifacio", "Bonifacio Global City". Pay minimum and ask driver to drop you off at Uptown Mall.<br />
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<h3>How to Commute to Uptown Mall from SLEX aka Osmena Highway</h3><br />
<b>Via Gate-3:</b> If your origin is southernmost part of SLEX like Alabang, Bicutan, Muntinlupa, Binan, Sta Rosa, etc, you can use any of three major transportation vehicles from your location to the terminal of jeepneys bound for Uptown Mall. These are: bus or jeepney or PNR train. By PNR, get off the train at Nichols Station. By jeepney, alight at "Lawton Ave" or "Gate 3" or "Fort Bonifacio" or "Nichols". Note: Drivers of jeepneys have their own preferences in calling that area. The important thing is, your jeepney must not "Express" as it will not stop at Nichols. The jeepney must take the SLEX Service Rd. Most jeepneys bound for "Pasay Rotunda" and "Mall of Asia" from Alabang stop here. By city bus, alight at "Nichols" or "Gate 3". City Bus drivers know it. Most provincial buses don't stop there. Head to Gate 3 Jeepney Terminal located at Gate 3 Plaza, a big commercial bldg opposite the tip of Chino Roces Ave Ext. See our second map below this post to locate the Gate-3 Jeepney Terminal. Ride a jeepney bound for Guadalupe, it will pass by Uptown Mall. Ask driver to drop you off there.<br />
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</div>Shoppers, mall-goers, moviegoers, you can go to Uptown Mall much faster from areas served by either LRT-1 or LRT-2. You just need to transfer at MRT-3 and choose Option 1 or 2. For example you're in UN Ave in Manila, take a LRT to Baclaran and get off the train at EDSA station and transfer to MRT-3 bound for North, alight at Ayala or Guadalupe. In LRT-2 transfer is in Araneta Center Cubao Station, get inside Gateway Mall and follow directional signs to MRT-3 station where you take "Taft" bound train and alight at either Guadalupe or Ayala stations for your next route which is either Option 1 or Option 2.<br />
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<h3>How to go to Uptown Mall from different locations in Metro Manila</h3><br />
<b>Route #1</b><br />
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From Baclaran, SM Mall of Asia, Pasay Rotunda, Harrison St, Pasay Taft and nearby areas.<br />
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You can take a bus bound for north of MM like Caloocan, Cubao or Fairview and alight at Ayala. The bus must have secondary sign of "Ayala Ibabaw". Use Option 1. You can also take MRT at Taft Station and get off at Ayala Station. If you prefer Option 2, get off the bus/train at Guadalupe.<br />
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<b>Route #2</b><br />
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From Alabang, Sucat, Festival Mall, Bicutan, FTI, Sta Rosa and nearby areas.<br />
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</div>Take a city bus bound for "Cubao", "Monumento", "Novaliches" or "Fairview". You can also take a jeepney in Alabang or along the service road route. The jeepney must have "Pasay Rotunda" or "Mall of Asia" sign. If applicable, you can board PNR bound for Tutuban. Follow direction given at <b>Via Gate-3</b>.<br />
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<b>Route #3</b><br />
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From Fairview, Fairview Terraces, Philcoa, Quezon Memorial Circle, Commonwealth and nearby areas.<br />
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Take a bus all the way to Guadalupe or Ayala. Sign of Bus is any of the ff: "Baclaran", "Alabang", "Sucat". You can alight at Guadalupe and follow Option 2 or in Ayala SM Makati and follow Option 1. If you choose Ayala, the bus from your area must have secondary sign of "Ayala Ibabaw". For fast travel, take MRT from Kamuning Station to either Guadalupe or Ayala.<br />
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<b>Route #4</b><br />
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From Antipolo, Marikina, Sta Lucia East, SM Marikina, SSS Village and other areas nearby.<br />
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Take 2 train rides. LRT-2 and MRT-3. Transfer to MRT-3 at Araneta Center Cubao via Gateway Mall. Get off the train at either Guadalupe or Ayala ang follow either Option 1 or 2. By jeepney and bus, take a jeepney bound for Divisoria and transfer to bus bound for "Baclaran" or "Alabang" at southbound EDSA. Unload at either Guadalupe or Ayala.<br />
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<b>Route #5</b><br />
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From Divisoria, Binonodo, Lucky Chinatown Mall, Ongpin, Quiapo, Sta Cruz Manila and other areas nearby.<br />
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</div>By jeepney, take one bound for "Baclaran", alight at EDSA. Ride a bus bound for "Cubao" with "Ayala Ibabaw" secondary sign and alight at either "Ayala" or "Guadalupe". By trains, take LRT-1 bound for Baclaran and transfer to MRT-3 bound for "North" at EDSA. Alight either at Ayala or Guadalupe. Follow Option 1 or Option 2.<br />
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<b>Route #6</b><br />
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From Caloocan, Malabon, Monumento, Navotas, Valenzuela, Letre and other areas nearby.<br />
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By bus, take one bound for "Alabang" or "Baclaran" with "Ayala Ibabaw" secondary sign. Get off either at Guadalupe or Ayala. Follow either Option 1 or 2. By train, take LRT-1 to EDSA Station and transfer to MRT-3, choose option 1 or 2. Alternatively, this is once LRT-1 and MRT-3 North Common Station is finished, take LRT-1 to North Station and transfer to MRT-3 to Taft and get off either at Guadalupe or Ayala. You must first take a jeep to Monumento from Navotas or Malabon and Valenzuela.<br />
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<b>Route #7</b><br />
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From Tiendesitas, Ortigas Center, SM Mega Mall, Pasig and areas nearby.<br />
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Take a jeepney from Pasig bound to "EDSA Crossing Ilalim". Take a bus or MRT train to Guadalupe or Ayala. From Tiendesita, jeepney along Ortigas bound to Robinsons Galleria.<br />
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</div>Take a bus or train to Ayala or Guadalupe. From Ortigas Center and Mega Mall, walk to MRT Ortigas and take the train or bus to your chosen route.<br />
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<b>Route #8</b><br />
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From Newport City and Resorts World Manila<br />
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Take a jeepney bound to "Gate 3" along Andrews Ave. You will be dropped off before SLEX. Walk and cross SLEX via Sales Bridge and go straight to Gate 3 Jeepney Terminal. Board a jeepney there bound for Guadalupe and ask the driver to drop you off at Uptown Mall. See our second map below.<br />
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<b>Route #9</b><br />
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From Eastwood City, Cainta, Cubao and areas nearby.<br />
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In Cainta take bus or jeepney to "Robinsons Galleria", then take "Baclaran"/"Alabang" bus (at EDSA loading area) or take the MRT (at Ortigas Station) to Guadalupe or Ayala. In Eastwood, take jeepney to Araneta Center Cubao. In Cubao, go to MRT-3 Araneta Center Cubao Station. Take train to Guadalupe or Ayala and use either Option 1 or 2. By bus, cross EDSA via MRT Araneta Center and take "Baclaran" or "Alabang" bus at southbound EDSA. Alight either at Guadalupe or Ayala for Option 2 or Option 1, respectively.<br />
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<b>Route #10</b><br />
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From Rockwell, Power Plant Mall, Robinsons Place Manila, Paco, San Andres Bukid, Santa Ana Manila, Makati City Hall, JP Rizal Makati, Delpan and areas nearby.<br />
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</div>Take a jeepney bound for "Guadalupa" along JP Rizal outside Rockwell and along its route with loading areas in Makati City Hall, Kalayaan Ave Makati, Delpan, San Andres Ext, JP Rizal & Pedro Gil intersection, Pedro Gil & Pasig Line Ext intersection, Paco and the entire stretch of Pedro Gil all the way to Taft. The terminal of "Guadalupe" bound jeepneys is located near Taft/Pedro Gil area. But if you're in this area, you can use LRT1 plus MRT3 for past commute. If you're from Robinsons Place Manila, you have 2 options: LRT1 plus MRT3, read directions mentioned earlier, (note: please make sure that you read the entire article as directions are connected to routes mentioned in preceding parts) or jeepney to Gadalupe. In Guadalupe go to the loading area (mentioned earlier in the post) for jeepneys bound to or passing by Uptown Mall.<br />
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If your point of origin is not listed here and you want me to give you direction in <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2012/02/commute-guide-to-buildings-attractions.html" target="_blank">commuting to Uptown Mall & Uptown Parade</a>. Just use the comment form below. Enjoy your malling!<br />
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<i>Vicinity Map of Uptown Mall</i><br />
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<i>Vicinity Map of Gate 3 Jeepney Terminal</i><br />
<p class="mobileShow" style="margin-bottom: -10px">Use 'pinch-out' gesture on the map to zoom in and tap the jeepney icons to display additional information. Tap the bus and the train icons.</p><div class="mobileShow"><div class="google-maps"><iframe src="https://www.google.com/maps/d/embed?mid=1kSWRgWkNdYqyEpi0hXu9Dry0JZ8&z=16" width="640" height="480"></iframe><br />
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</div></div>Lagalaghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05864024430417258801noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5030667113953452664.post-14731826599553530492016-01-07T22:22:00.000+08:002017-07-17T22:06:00.574+08:00Kia Theater Commuters GuideWhere is Kia Theater? Formerly known as New Frontier Theater, Kia Theater is located inside Araneta Center in Cubao, Quezon City. It is just outside Gateway Mall and Araneta Coliseum and will only take you minutes from both LRT-2 and MRT-3 Araneta Center Cubao stations. This post will guide you on how to go to Kia Theater from different parts of Metro Manila as well as from towns and cities in the different provinces or northern and southern Luzon.<br />
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<h3>How to get to Kia Theater from LRT-2 and MRT-3 Cubao Stations</h3><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-i_7SpKduRNQ/Vo5z7eNr-EI/AAAAAAAAE-E/ZT72UauzNmA/s1600/Kia%2BTheater.png" alt="Kia Theater in Araneta Center" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-i_7SpKduRNQ/Vo5z7eNr-EI/AAAAAAAAE-E/ZT72UauzNmA/s1600/Kia%2BTheater.png" alt="Kia Theater" /></a></div><br />
<b><i>From LRT-2 Araneta Center Cubao Station</i></b><br />
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Go downstairs and take the exit to Aurora Blvd. If you take the East Exit which means that you boarded the train from Recto Station, walk forward along Aurora Blvd. Turn right onto the next major intersection which is Gen Aguinaldo Ave. You will immediately see Kia Theater on the left of Gen Aguinaldo Ave past General Malvar Ave which is paralleled to Aurora Blvd and very near as well. You need to cross Gen Aguinaldo Ave via General Malvar to get to Kia Theater. If you take West Exit which means that you boarded the train from Santolan Station, walk backward along Aurora Blvd and cross Aurora at the next intersection which is Gen Aguinaldo Ave. Walk along the left side of Gen Aguinaldo Ave and cross Gen Malvar. Kia Theater is situated at the corner of Gen Aguinaldo Ave and Gen Malvar Ave.<br />
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<b><i>From MRT-3 Araneta Center Cubao Station</i></b><br />
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</div>Take the North Exit which is connected to Farmers Plaza mall. Get inside Farmers Plaza and take the exit to Araneta Coliseum and Gateway Mall, the one on the second level of the mall which means you will take the pedestrian bridge that connects Farmers Plaza and Araneta Coliseum. You will get inside Gateway Mall at the end of the elevated pedestrian lane which traverses a portion of the Big Dome's circumference. Once in Gateway Mall, go downstairs and take the exit to Gen Roxas Ave which runs underneath the Gateway Mall. Walk along Gen Roxas Ave eastward. You will immediately see Kia Theater on the left side of Gen Roxas Ave past Gen Aguinaldo Ave. Kia Theater is bordered by Gen Roxas Ave to the south, by Gen Malvar Ave to the north and by Gen Aguinaldo Ave to the west.<br />
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<h3>How to Commute to Kia Theater from different locations</h3><br />
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</div><b>Route #1</b><br />
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<b><i>From Alabang, Bicutan, Sucat, Filinvest City, Festival Mall, Star Mall Alabang, FTI, and other areas nearby</i></b><br />
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By bus. Take a bus with secondary sign that reads "Cubao Ibabaw" and alight at Cubao. Walk along Edsa past Farmers Plaza and take the road perpendicular to EDSA and immediately next to Farmers Plaza.<br />
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</div>That road is Gen Roxas and it bordered Farmers Plaza to the north. Walk along Gen Roxas, cross next intersection, past Gateway Mall and Araneta Coliseum until you see Kia Theater, left hand side of Gen Roxas from EDSA.<br />
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By train. Use Magallanes Station of MRT. That means you must get off the bus at Magallanes from your location. Take northbound train and alight at Araneta Center Cubao Station. Follow given direction from MRT.<br />
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<b>Route #2</b><br />
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<b><i>From Caloocan, Malabon, Navotas, Valenzuela and other areas nearby</i></b><br />
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By bus. Take a bus to Baclaran or Alabang but must also have secondary sign that reads "Cubao Ibabaw" and alight at Farmers. Cross EDSA via pedestrian lane to Farmers Plaza. Go down and take the road perpendicular to EDSA that also bordered Farmers Plaza. Follow direction given at Route #1.<br />
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</div>By train. Use any station southbound and get off the train at Araneta Center Cubao Station. Follow given direction at subhead <i>From MRT-3 Araneta Center Cubao Station</i> mentioned earlier.<br />
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<b>Route #3</b><br />
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<b><i>From Divisoria, Lucky China Town Mall, Recto Manila, University Belt, Legarda, Sta Mesa, Sampaloc, Morayta and other areas nearby</i></b><br />
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By jeepney. One ride only. Take a jeepney with "Divisoria-Marikina (vice versa)" route. It will be a long commute especially from Divisoria and Recto Ave corner Regina St which will be the spot where you can ride if you're from Lucky Chinatown Mall. After long, the jeepney will take Aurora Blvd and will cross EDSA. Get off the jeepney at unloading area near Aurora Blvd cor Gen Aguinaldo Ave. Walk along Gen Aguinaldo Ave. you will immediately see Kia Theater on the left.<br />
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By train. Take a LRT-2 Santolan bound train from any station. If you're from Divisoria, you will need to take a jeepney to Recto Station of LRT-2. Get off the train at Araneta Center Cubao Station. Follow given direction under subhead <i>From LRT-2 Araneta Center Cubao Station</i>. <br />
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<b>Route #4</b><br />
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<b><i>From Baclaran, SM Mall of Asia, Malibay, Pasay Rotunda, Harrison St, Evangelista Pasay and other nearby areas</i></b> <br />
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By bus. Take a bus that plies EDSA to north of Metro Manila such as Caloocan and Novaliches or Fairview. If you're in SM MOA, take a Malibay jeepney to Heritage Hotel and take bus there. Just remember, the bus must have secondary sign "Cubao Ibabaw." Follow direction given at Route #1.<br />
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</div>By train. Take a northbound MRT train at Taft Ave Station and get off at Araneta Center Cubao Station. Follow given direction at subhead <i>From MRT-3 Araneta Center Cubao Station</i><br />
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<b>Route #5</b><br />
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<b><i>From Eastwood City, Tiendesitas and other nearby areas</i></b><br />
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Take a jeeepney bound for Cubao. In Cubao it will unload passengers at Ali Mall along Gen Romulo Ave. You have option to get off at other spot along Gen Romulo Ave. Alight at spot near corner Gen Roxas Ave which runs perpendicular to the left of Gen Romulo Ave. Take Gen Roxas Ave until you get to Kia Theater which is at right hand side of Gen Roxas from Gen Romulo Ave. The frontage of Kia Theater is at Gen Aguinaldo Ave, so you will turn right onto Gen Aguinaldo Ave from Gen Roxas Ave. <br />
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Take a provincial bus to Southwest Integrated Terminal in Coastal Mall. From there take a city bus bound for Caloocan or Fairview and Novaliches.<br />
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</div>The bus must also have secondary sign that reads "Cubao Ibabaw." Follow next direction given at Route #1. For fast commute, you can also take a MRT-3 train. Use Taft Station.<br />
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<b><i>From San Pablo City, Pila, Lipa City, Lucena City, Tayabas, Carmona, Calamba, Batangas City, Sariaya, Tiaong and other areas in Cavite, Laguna, Batangas and Quezon or CALABARZON</i></b><br />
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Take a provincial bus to Alabang or to a Provincial Bus Terminal located along EDSA. From there, take a city bus with secondary sign that reads "Cubao Ibabaw" and get off at unloading area in Cubao. Walk towards Farmers Plaza, the mall connected to MRT Araneta Center Cubao Station. Turn right onto Gen Roxas Ave, the road perpendicular to the right of EDSA that bordered Farmers Plaza before Aurora Blvd above which LRT Line 2 runs through. Walk along Gen Roxas Ave from EDSA and follow direction given in Route #1.<br />
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<b><i>From Bocaue, Olongapo, Dau, Tarlac, Angeles City, Baguio City and other areas in Northern Luzon</i></b><br />
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Take a Provincial Bus to EDSA, e.g., Balintawak, North-EDSA, Trinoma, SM North, Monumento, Kamias, Kamuning, etc. Take a City Bus southbound with "Cubao-Ibabaw" secondary sign. Get off the bus at the unloading area opposite Farmers Plaza, the mall connected to MRT Line 3 northbound side. Follow direction given in Route #2.Lagalaghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05864024430417258801noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5030667113953452664.post-24682739790905448632015-09-27T00:06:00.002+08:002017-03-05T15:11:30.975+08:00Commute Guide to Newport City Buildings & Spots via Free Shuttle BusFree Shuttle bus ride from jeepney loading/unloading area to Newport destinations such as Remington Hotel, Resorts World Manila, Maxims Hotel, Marriott Hotel, St Therese Church, Star Cruises Centre, etc. How do you get to Resorts World Manila or Remington Hotel via Newport City's NCEA Free Shuttle bus? Read this guide and soon you will be conveniently whisked away to your destination from its terminal in Emperador Building which is also the north tip gateway of Newport City where public jeepneys from MRT EDSA and LRT Taft stations in Pasay Rotunda as well as from Sales Rd in SLEX are located. But take note that from Sales jeepney terminal, you can get off at the locations of aforementioned spots. So, go read the directions.<br />
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Newport City is located opposite NAIA Terminal 3. Conveniently, Airport Loop shuttle bus is the way to go if you come from MRT Taft Station and LRT EDSA Station and your destination is any of these: Resorts World Manila, Star Cruises Centre, Remington Hotel, Newport Mall and other institutions which are located just across the airport loop bus stops. <div class="insidemobilepost"><script async src="//pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js"></script><br />
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</div>But what if your destination is too far from NAIA Shuttle's unloading areas. Marriott Hotel, Maxims Hotel, Belmont Hotel, Palm Tree and The Shrine of St Therese church are located way far from the Airport Loop bus stops. The good news is you can get to any of these institutions from the Newport City free shuttle's bus stops in a breeze. What's more? Ride is free around Newport City.<br />
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Officially known as NCEA Free Shuttle, the bus terminal stop is located at the northern entrance of Newport City where public jeepneys from both Pasay Rotunda and Sales Rd unload passengers. You only need to walk a little bit from jeepney unloading area to the free shuttle terminal, wait for shuttle's arrival, get on board and get off at your destination. NCEA is acronym for Newport City Estates Association.<br />
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<h3>How to get to Newport City free shuttle terminal</h3><br />
<b><i>From MRT/LRT stations in Pasay Rotunda</i></b><br />
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Wait for and take a jeepney with "Nichols" sign at loading area along EDSA's northbound lane near MRT Taft Station in Pasay Rotunda. You can also get inside the Bus Terminal at the back of McDonald's where Airport Loop has a terminal and look for the jeepney queue. Get off the jeepney at Newport City northern tip gateway where there is huge "Newport City" signage and big statues of five carabaos. <div class="insidemobilepost"><script async src="//pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js"></script><br />
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</div>That is Newport Blvd. At the left corner is the Emperador Bldg which you should immediately see. The jeepneys actually stop there to drop off passengers. The Newport City NCEA free shuttle terminal is located along the left hand side of Newport Blvd as you enter it, on Emperador Bldg side. But you must make sure that you're on the right place because a bus from Eastwood City also parks along that side. There's a road sign that reads "NCEA Free Shuttle." Go there. See the first map below. Click all markers in the map - pin, bus icon, jeepney icon.<br />
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<b><i>From Sales Bridge in SLEX</i></b><br />
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This is the route if you come from BGC boarding a jeepney to Gate 3 or if you are from Chino Roces Ave Ext. You can also take this if you're from Alabang or Southern Tagalog provinces (CABALARZON.) Just remember to alight at Sales/Nichols/Villamor as what you must mention to driver. There's also a PNR train station there. So both from Tutuban and as far as Bicol, commuters can use this route. Walk and cross SLEX via Sales Bridge from northbound lane of SLEX. If you're riding a jeepney or bus from EDSA/Pasay/Manila area, you don't need to cross Sales Bridge. Go to jeepney terminal that you will immediately see at Sales Rd which continues Sales Bridge. Those jeepneys are headed to Newport City. You need to buy fare token before you get on the jeepney in the queue. Same way, you will also alight at Newport City free shuttle terminal if you opt to use it. BUT... if your destination is Resort World Manila or Remington Hotel or Star Cruises Center and even St Therese Church as well as Palm Tree, you don't need to use the free shuttle because jeepneys from Sales Brige/Rd pass by right at their locations. In fact, RWM has entrance along Sales Rd. So just ask driver to drop you off at any of the aforementioned destinations.<br />
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<h3>How to get to Newport City destinations via Newport City free shuttle bus</h3><br />
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Once you get to its Bus Stop Terminal in Emperador Bldg, stand in line at queue area while waiting for the free shuttle. Alight at the right location where your destination is located. Here are the destinations in Newport City and where you can get off the bus along the route of NCEA Free Shuttle to get to them:<br />
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<i>Note:</i> As Newport City is a development in progress, other new buildings and destinations will be added here as soon as they are finish. This guide will be handy in the future. If you have have any destination in Newport City and you don't know its location or how to get there, just look it up here. See sixth map below. <br />
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<h3>Two Fleets of Airport Loop buses</h3><br />
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There are two kinds of buses that served as Airport Loop. There's the one with all white outer body color with black signage that reads 'Airport Loop' on its both sides (photo below.) This one is the offshoot of the all white NAIA shuttle buses that preceded airport loops.<br />
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</div>The second one is the bus owned by HM Transport, Inc. Body color is orange and on its both sides printed is 'HM Transport Inc Airport Loop' (photo above.) These buses are bigger ones compare to the white ones. They are new fleet of buses. But there are few which are old and a bit rundown but I think those old ones are being phased out.<br />
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Unlike before when you can easily see NAIA Shuttle Buses upon entering the big Pasay Rotunda Bus Terminal, the new slot of Airport Loop bus is located far inside of the massive provincial bus station. If you don't know the location of Pasay Rotunda bus terminal, please see map in our post <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2011/04/naia-1-2-3-shuttle-bus-easy-way-to-get.html" target="_blank">NAIA 1-2-3 Shuttle Bus: Easy Way To Get To & From NAIA Terminals</a>.<br />
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</div>Upon entering the bus terminal via access where McDonald's is located, walk along the left side of the terminal all the way straight past all the row of establishments there. Soon you will see this sign. If there's no Airport Loop bus behind the signage, just wait until it arrives.<br />
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<h3>Unloading Areas along the route of Airport Loop</h3><br />
In four maps below are spots where you can get off the bus. Click each <i>red bus stop icon</i> in the maps for accurate information.<br />
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</div><b><i>Bus Stop icon 1 -</i></b> Airport Loop terminal in Pasay Rotunda. Remaining passengers that take the bus from Terminal 3 alight here. All passengers headed to NAIA terminals 4,2 and 1 from here must alight at Terminal 3 to transfer to another Airport Loop bus. Details direction on how to get to this bus terminal in the post <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2011/04/naia-1-2-3-shuttle-bus-easy-way-to-get.html" target="_blank">NAIA 1-2-3 Shuttle Bus: Easy Way To Get To & From NAIA Terminals</a>.<br />
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<b><i>Bus Stop icon 2 -</i></b> If your destination is northern tip of Newport City like Emperador Bldg, you can ask driver to drop you off here. But it is not designated bus stop so if driver won't allow it, get off the bus at the first bus stop inside Newport City and take Newport City free shuttle. Read detailed direction in <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2015/09/Airport-Loop-Bus-Stops-Newport-City.html" target="_blank">How to get to Newport City Destinations via Airport Loop</a>.<br />
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<b><i>Bus Stop icon 3 -</i></b> Airport Loop Unloading Area in NAIA-3. Unloading in T-3 is far from loading area so if you are headed to any of terminals 4,2 and 1 and you have heavy luggage ask driver to drop you off at the loading bay of Airport Loop. The bus will pass through it anyway. He will allow it based on what I have observed.<br />
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<b><i>Bus Stop icon 4 -</i></b> First Bus Stop inside Newport City. You can get off here if your destination is any of the following: Shrine of St Therese (church), Belmont Hotel, Emperador Bldg (take free shuttle), Star Cruise, Marriott Hotel, etc. Read <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2015/09/Airport-Loop-Bus-Stops-Newport-City.html" target="_blank">How to get to Newport City Destinations via Airport Loop</a>.<br />
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<b><i>Bus Stop icon 5 -</i></b> Second Bus Stop in Newport City. Alight here if your destination is any of the following: Remington Hotel, Resorts World Manila, Newport Mall, Newport Performing Arts Theater, etc. Again, go to link given in 'Bus Stop icon 4' for details.<br />
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<b><i>Bus Stop icon 6 -</i></b> Airport Loop Terminal in NAIA-3. This is the terminal of all Airport Loop buses headed to all other NAIA terminals as well as Pasay Rotunda Airport Loop terminal where MRT/LRT stations are located. If you are an arriving passenger from Terminal 3 proceed here from Arrival and look for banner sign that reads 'Baclaran Pasay Rotunda MRT/LRT.' If you are arriving passengers from Terminal 1 or 2 or 4 and you want to take Airport Loop to train station, take an Airport Loop shuttle headed to NAIA-3 at loading area in your Terminal of Arrival. For details read <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2011/04/naia-1-2-3-shuttle-bus-easy-way-to-get.html"target="_blank">NAIA 1-2-3 Shuttle Bus: Easy Way To Get To & From NAIA Terminals</a> and <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2012/07/naia-1-2-3-4-shuttle-bus-updates.html" target="_blank">NAIA 1-2-3-4 Shuttle Bus Updates</a>.<br />
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<b><i>Bus Stop icon 7 -</i></b> First stop from NAIA-3 Loading bay. located along Airport Rd past the corner of Quirino Ave.<br />
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<b><i>Bus Stop icon 8 -</i></b> Second stop Baclaran Redemptorist. The bus stops along Roxas Blvd near Redemptorist Church. Because of bad traffic situation there's no fixed bus stop here so it could be way far from Redemptorist. After the bus stops here, it will now proceed to its terminal in Pasay Rotunda without anymore stops. All remaining passengers will be dropped inside Pasay Rotunda Bus Terminal.<br />
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<i>First map - Zoom out level for bird's eye view of the entire Airport Loop route.</i><br />
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<i>Second map - Airport loop turns left from Aurora Blvd headed to NAIA-3. Click the bus stop icon.</i><br />
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<i>Third map - Airport loop stops at T-3 then go to Newport City and returns to T-3. Click all bus stop icons.</i><br />
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<i>Fourth map - From T-3 the bus unloads passengers at 2 Baclaran bus stops before returning to MRT/LRT stations to drop remaining passengers and pick up passengers headed to NAIA-3 and Newport City in another new loop cycle. It enters bus terminal adjacent to MRT Taft Station.</i><br />
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<h3>NAIA Airport Loop Shuttle Unloading Areas in Newport City</h3><br />
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There are only two NAIA Loop Shuttle bus stops in Newport City. You can not use them to get back to Pasay Rotunda as they are only used to unload passengers. But you can board the airport loop shuttle at its NAIA-3 terminal. The unloading area in Remington is the last stop before the shuttle goes back to Terminal-3. The first bus stop in Newport City is located at Resort Dr which is perpendicular to Andrews Ave. Please see map below. In photo above is a NAIA Airport Loop bus at the first bus stop. Star Cruise building (in background of photo above) is just across the one way Resort Dr. To get there, just use the pedestrian lane.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-0vOtZPAiWOg/VfKSCGMchEI/AAAAAAAAE8Y/TZOA2qo22GY/s1600/The%2BShrine%2Bof%2BSt%2BTherese%2BNewport%2BCtiy%2BPasay.jpg" alt="how to go to Shrine of St Therese church Newport City Pasay" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-0vOtZPAiWOg/VfKSCGMchEI/AAAAAAAAE8Y/TZOA2qo22GY/s1600/The%2BShrine%2Bof%2BSt%2BTherese%2BNewport%2BCtiy%2BPasay.jpg" alt="Shrine of Saint Therese Newport City" /></a></div>If your destination is The Shrine of St Therese, the only church in Newport City, get off the bus here and walk your way there by turning left onto E-Palm Dr. At the end of the road is The Shrine of St Therese. McDonalds is at the left corner. Belmont Hotel is at the right corner opposite McDonald's restaurant. Palm Tree, clusters - A,B,C,D is located next to the church on this direction, just walk past the front of the church and turn left onto the next street, Resort Dr extension, to get to the entrance of Palm Tree condominium. Note that Resort Dr bends leftward inside Newport City from the first bus stop and it is extended back to Andrews Ave similar to a very wide U-turn.<br />
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If your destination is the Emperador Building, wait for NCEA Free Shuttle right at the first bus stop of Airport Loop, the one opposite Star Cruise building. NCEA stands for Newport City Estates Association. After getting off the airport shuttle bus, go to the sidewalk and wait for free shuttle to arrive. This is the last stop of NCEA buses before they head to Emperador Building loading & unloading area. Located at Emperador Bldg are S&R New York Style Pizza, another McDonald's restaurant and at the other side of the building is Metro Supermarket.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0OK3dWxHYtQ/VfKV4b5uYcI/AAAAAAAAE8o/-OJkEV0Nd3c/s1600/marriot%2Bgrand%2Bballroom%2Bnewport%2Bcity%2Bpasay.jpg" alt="how to get to Marriott Hotel and Marriott Grand Ballroom" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0OK3dWxHYtQ/VfKV4b5uYcI/AAAAAAAAE8o/-OJkEV0Nd3c/s1600/marriot%2Bgrand%2Bballroom%2Bnewport%2Bcity%2Bpasay.jpg" alt="Marriott Hotel and Grand Ballroom are located in this spot" /></a></div>You can also get off the airport loop bus at first bus stop if your destination is any of the following: Marriott Grand Ballroom, Marriott Hotel and Maxims. Cross E-Palm Dr and take Resort Dr, cross Newport Blvd and the three hotels are immediately there. See map below and click the red pins and bus stop icons in the map for guidance. It's faster to get to Maxims from this bus stop but it's more convenient in the second bus stop as you don't need to walk outside. If it's raining or the weather is sultry, I will recommend to use the second bus stop in going to Maxims.<br />
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Important note in getting to Emperador Building. You can ask the driver of Airport Loop Shuttle to drop you off before it turns right onto Terminal 3. From there you can walk your way to Emperador Building which is easily seen from afar. It will save you time. If the driver allows it. But from what I have experienced in taking the Airport Loop Shuttle from Pasay Rotunda, there are times that some passengers get off at that tip of Andrews Ave before the big roundabout or rotunda (formerly known as Circulo del Mundo.)<br />
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This article is the updated guide of getting to Newport City via NAIA Shuttle bus which is now known as Airport Loop. The content of the first post is commuting guide to Newport City and Resorts World Manila by all modes of transportation. There are no directions to other destinations inside of Newport City there as at the time it was published Newport City was still in the initial stage of development. For jeepney mode of transportation going to Newport city and RWM, go to <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2011/12/how-to-commute-to-newport-city-resort.html" target="_blank">How To Commute To Newport City & Resort World Manila</a>. If your destination is not mentioned in this guide, just let me know and I will try my best to give you direction.<br />
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<font size="2"><i>For more accurate direction, please use this map. CLICK each red pin and bus stop icon for more information such as walking direction from bus stops.</i></font><br />
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<h3>What is the Route of the City Buses bound for NAIA-3</h3><br />
The route takes Roxas Blvd from EDSA, turns left onto NAIA Rd aka MIA Rd. Then it turns left again onto Domestic Road where the Domestic Airport Terminal 4 is located. The city bus will stop at designated unloading/loading area outside Terminal 4 to unload passengers going to Manila Domestic Airport Terminal 4.<br />
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</div>The bus then turns right onto Andrews Ave. It will traverse the whole stretch of Andrews Ave up to the next bus stop or unloading/loading area which is located at Circulo Del Mundo which is around 300 to 400 meters from Arrival and Departure areas of NAIA Terminal 3.<br />
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<h3>Which one is fastest - city bus or the Airport Loop bus?</h3><br />
It will take you a very very long time reaching either Terminal 4 or Terminal 3 from your location north of Metro Manila if you take this city bus. As we all know, EDSA is notoriously trafficked all the time. So if you take a city bus bound for NAIA terminals, it would be safe to get on the bus hours in advance.<br />
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Airport Shuttle buses which leave its terminal across MRT Taft Station every 30 minutes or so will take you faster to Terminal 3 factoring the fast travel you would have already made via MRT-3 or LRT-1 before boarding the Airport shuttle.<br />
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<h3>Is it practical for a flying passenger to take a city bus to T-4 or T-3?</h3><div class="inpost-responmobi"><style>
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</div>We all know that we need to be at the departure area 4 hours before boarding time. For me the only practical use of taking a city bus from let's say Commonwealth, QC, is to be at the airport night before your scheduled flight. That means you're going to stay overnight at the lobby which is done by many in Terminal 3. You don't know how many hours the bus will be stuck in the traffic. And you need to factor in the driver's stubborn way of staying longer at bay areas of malls and loading zones along EDSA. There might be a chance of you getting late for your flight if you take a city bus from far areas in the north of Metro Manila.<br />
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<h3>Who will get the Convenience of riding a City Bus to T-4 and T-3?</h3><br />
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Now if you're going to any of these NAIA terminals to fetch an arriving relative, then it would be convenient for you to take this bus if you don't want to ride a metro train. Just make sure you arrive at the airport on time. You can also use a city bus in going home if you accompanied a flying passenger. It's convenient, you don't need to make any transfer.<br />
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<h3>How to get to NAIA Terminals 3 and 4 via City bus</h3><br />
Metro Manila's city buses' routes originate from various locations: Fairview, Novaliches, Malanday, Monument, Valenzuela, Navotas, etc. Loading areas from strategic locations can be found at Commonwealth, Philcoa, East Ave, Quezon Ave, North EDSA, Balintawak, Kamuning/Kamias, Araneta Center Cubao, Santolan Rd, Ortigas, EDSA-Shaw Crossing, Boni Ave, Guadalupe, Estrella and so on.<br />
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You can get to either terminal 3 or 4 of Ninoy Aquino International Airport from any locations served by city buses bound for NAIA-3 which must be on the sign board of the bus by going to the nearest city bus loading zone.<br />
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Just ride a bus with 'NAIA-3' on its sign and get off at unloading area of either Terminal 4 or Terminal 3.<br />
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<h3>Important Reminders</h3><br />
In NAIA Terminal 3 you need to walk far from the bus stop to the airport. The buses don't enter the airport terminal 3 as they are not allowed. The bus stop or unloading and unloading area for terminal 3 is located at Circulo del Mundo, the roundabout before NAIA-3. The roundabout is where the buses make the return trip to their respective origins.<br />
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If you're carrying heavy loads of luggage, a city bus ride to Terminal 3 would not be friendly for you. Go for a taxi.Lagalaghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05864024430417258801noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5030667113953452664.post-25179937947328613352015-06-09T03:05:00.000+08:002015-06-09T13:39:54.903+08:00Ultimate Commute Guide to Cagayan Tourist Spots & Patapat ViaductUltimate handbook for backpackers and first timers in Cagayan Province, the home of Callao Cave and Palaui Island where a season of Survivor USA was filmed, this guide will make your Cagayan travel a breeze. Detailed commute directions to attractions of Cagayan, very cheap lodgings, eateries, fares and tips. Everything to cut costs for budget travelers is written here. Immediately below, next to Callao Cave photo, are links to the contents of this article. Check out the links so that you know what to expect in reading this guide.<br />
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<h3>Links to subtopics of this Commute Guide to Cagayan Attractions</h3><i>Click a question to read its content. To return here, click 'back button' in each subtopic.</i><br />
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<a href="#cagayan destinations">What are the travel destinations in Cagayan Province?</a><br />
<a href="#jumpoff to destinations">Where is the jumping-off point to Cagayan attractions?</a><br />
<a href="#commute to tuguegarao from manila">How to get to Tuguegarao City from Manila?</a><br />
<a href="#where to stay in tuguegarao">Where are cheap lodgings situated?</a><br />
<a href="#getting around tuguegarao">How do I get around Tuguegarao City?</a><br />
<a href="#how to go to callao cave">How to get to Callao Cave?</a><br />
<a href="#get back to tuguegarao from callao cave">How to return to Tuguegarao City from Callao Cave?</a><br />
<a href="#go to tuguegarao cathedral">How to get to Tuguegarao Cathedral?</a><br />
<a href="#commute to buntun bridge">How to get to Buntun Bridge and back?</a><br />
<a href="#commute guide to calvary hills cagayan">How to get to Iguig Calvary Hills?</a><br />
<a href="#return to tuguegarao from calvary hills">How to get back to Tuguegarao from Calvary Hills?</a><br />
<a href="#commute guide to palaui island">How to get to Palaui Island?</a><br />
<a href="#palaui island boat and guide rates">How much is the cost of Palaui Island Tour?</a><br />
<a href="#palaui island contact person">Whom to contact for Palaui Island tour in advance?</a><br />
<a href="#return to tuguegarao from palaui">How to return to Tuguegarao from Palaui or Sta Ana?</a><br />
<a href="#palaui in map">Where is Palaui Island in Cagayan map?</a><br />
<a href="#commute to tumauini church">How to get to Tumauini Church?</a><br />
<a href="#commute from tumauini to tuguegarao">How to get to Tuguegarao City from Tumauini Church?</a><br />
<a href="#route to cagayan tourist spots">What is your suggested route in seeing Cagayan destinations?</a><br />
<a href="#getting to patapat viaduct">How to get to the scenic Patapat Viaduct?</a><br />
<a href="#cagayan food">What to eat in Tuguegarao City?</a><br />
<a href="#tips cagayan travels">Tips for budget travelers & backpackers?</a><br />
<a href="#time to travel cagayan">What are the best months to enjoy traveling in Cagayan?</a><br />
<a href="#cagayan in map">Where is Cagayan in Philippine map?</a><br />
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The major attraction of Cagayan nearer to Tuguegarao City is the <b><i>Callao Cave</i></b> (pronounced as kalyaw), located in the rural town of Peñablanca. While in the city, don't forget to go to <b><i>Buntun Bridge</i></b>, the second longest bridge in the Philippines, you'll enjoy the unobstructed view of Cagayan River while walking the entire length of the bridge. Right at the city proper, the imposing <b><i>Tuguegarao Cathedral</i></b> aka St Peter Metropolitan Cathedral capped the skyline with its 5-storey quadrilateral bell tower. Outside the city, <b><i>Iguig Calvary Hills</i></b> at the back of St James the Greater Parish is a must-see spot of Cagayan too. It has a commanding view of rolling hills covered with bent-grass where life-size statues of stations of the cross are erected in artistic formation. But the destination you must not forget to include in your Cagayan travel is the <b><i>Palaui Island</i></b> (pronounced as palawi), which was the location of a season of reality show Survivor and aired on 2014 as 'Survivor: Cagayan.' Palaui Island jumping-off point, the San Vicente Port of coastal town Santa Ana is approximately 100 kilometers away from Tuguegarao City. Another important destination, located in Isabela, is a national cultural treasure as declared by the National Museum. The <b><i>Tumauini Church</i></b>, built over 200 years ago. Although not located in Cagayan, <b><i>Patapat Viaduct</i></b> is worth the side trip considering it is in the center of the northern tip of mainland Luzon. Main reason is the great views. Here, the association of word attraction to the term viaduct is ultimately an excellent one. Make sure your camera is not yet full before heading to its location. <br />
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<h3><a name="jumpoff to destinations">Where is the jumping-off point to Cagayan attractions</a></h3><br />
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Originating from (Metro) Manila, your jump-off point to all attractions in the Cagayan including Patapat Viaduct in Ilocos Norte, is the booming capital of Tuguegarao City. Two major means of travel - by air and by land - have their terminals in the city. Hotels, both high-end and budget lodgings, are easy to be found. Authentic Cagayan dishes such as pancit batil patong and pancit cabagan as well as original dinendeng are served almost in every restaurants and eateries. So, head to the nearest bus terminal and reserve a ticket. I recommend Victory Liner as it's the one I used. And the budgets lodgings and cheap hotels are only a stone's throw away from its Tuguegarao terminal.<br />
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<h3><a name="commute to tuguegarao from manila">How to get to Tuguegarao City from Manila</a></h3><br />
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Both plane and bus served travelers bound for Tuguegarao. There's a Victory Liner terminal in EDSA-Kamias. You can also use Five Star but its terminal is a bit far from hotels and cheap lodgings. Bus fare from Kamias to Tuguegarao as of this writing is Php 647.<br />
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<h3><a name="where to stay in tuguegarao">Where are cheap lodgings situated</a></h3><br />
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Opposite the terminal of Victory Liner, across the road is row of very affordable lodges and low-cost hotels. They are not actually next to each other as there are other establishments between them. Just avoid the "NetOne" hotel which is the only one lighted at night that you would think it's the only one hotel there. Rate is higher on that particular place. If you arrive at night, just walk along the highway past NetOne hotel and you would make out the unlighted signs of other hotels there. As of this writing, the lowest room rate type is the 12-hour fan only and no TV. The rate is Php 300. It's good for backpackers as you just need to have a bed to sleep and a bath in the morning. The fact that there's no television is to your advantage because there's no temptation to push a remote and consume your time in TV watching. You get to rest longer and have ample sleep. The check-out time is always 12 hours past your check-in time. So, if you have checked in at 2 am, they don't force you to check out at 12 noon. Although in cases like this, you will be too excited to get out early.<br />
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<h3><a name="getting around tuguegarao">How do I get around Tuguegarao City</a></h3><br />
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There are two types of public transportation within the city of Tuguegarao - horse drawn carriage and motorized tricycle. First thing first, "Plaza" is a word to remember when riding a tricycle or calesa, if your destination is the main avenue of the city proper where big commercial buildings, malls, banks, drug stores, bargain centers, restaurants, expensive hotels, fast food chains, market place, etc are located. Upon boarding, just say to driver "Plaza" and he'll take you to that area. You can alight in front of the huge Mall of the Valley and explore the city center or check out the bargains and souvenir shops there. Minimum fare is 10 pesos for both of the transport vehicles (horse drawn and trike) and that covered the distance from areas of hotels in Victory Liner vicinity. You will think that the street should have been named Rizal Ave but it's not. And most locals don't know the name of the street as they refer to it only as "Plaza" even if there's no actual plaza anywhere there. Interestingly, the road name is Bonifacio and Rizal St is the one paralleled to it two blocks away and the one bounded Tuguegarao Cathedral. Rizal St doesn't even look like a main street, pretty much like a back alley. Maybe because it's Bonifacio St that teeming with business and commercial activities.<br />
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<h3><a name="how to go to callao cave">How to get to Callao Cave</a></h3><br />
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Outside your hotel, flag down a tricycle and ask driver to take you to the terminal of tricycles bound for Callao Cave. Please pay attention to what I say here if you don't want to spend a lot of money in getting to the cave. The trike from your hotel might request for extra but you can negotiate up to 30 pesos because the Callao bound tricycle terminal is a bit far. It's alright. But once in the next trike terminal, be smart. Except if you have a lot of money. The drivers will approach you and offer a Php 500 peso fare right off the bat. Now if you're in a group of six that would be okay. But if you're alone, that's crazy. I paid only 45 pesos. How did I do that? I said "I don't have money and I will just take the one in the queue and share with other passengers." So I boarded the one waiting for local passengers. But you have to "mention to the driver that you are headed to Callao Cave itself."<br />
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The trike will drop all local passengers at their respective houses so expect that it will get in a barrio before taking you to your destination. You will be the last one to be dropped at the end of the road by the river. You will take a small boat, the fare is 20 pesos which also covers your return from the cave. Across the river, you must register first and pay the 10 pesos entrance fee if the officers in the outpost at the boat terminal told you to skip them and just pay after crossing the river. You have to trek up about 200 steps of stairs before you see the cave. Getting to Callao Cave is a breeze and inexpensive if you follow this.<br />
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<h3><a name="get back to tuguegarao from callao cave">How to return to Tuguegarao City from Callao Cave</a></h3><br />
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It's important that you're already done in Callao Cave by 2 pm to ensure you get a trike back. Trek down to the river bank and wait for a boat to arrive. You must stand in line if there are some locals or other travelers ahead of you. Get in the boat and don't pay again as it's already known that you're already paid. Walk to where you were dropped by the trike previously. Option 1. Wait there for a trike. If you get bored, do Option 2. Take the path of the trike that brought you to the river and walk your way to the terminal where tricycle that don't have passengers headed to the river is parked waiting for passengers. The terminal is at the waiting shed of the barangay. You might pass by a first shed but it's no longer used and covered in fences. The one you're headed is after the road turned left. It's better to walk because in my experience, once there's new tricycle bringing a traveler or passengers to the river, the driver will signal to you that you can hop in. As soon as he drops the passengers by the river, he will drive to their designated terminal where he waits to be filled. Now once you get to the main terminal in Tuguegarao, take another tricycle back to the city proper.<br />
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<h3><a name="go to tuguegarao cathedral">How to get to Tuguegarao Cathedral</a></h3><br />
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The best time to get to the cathedral is when you're in the city proper, particularly in Bonifacio St. From the frontage of Mall of the Valley, walk toward McDo and Jollibee until you get to the next corner which is Luna St. As you look to your left toward the end of Luna St, you will immediately see the church. Walk past Hotel Roma to get there.<br />
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<h3><a name="commute to buntun bridge">How to get to Buntun Bridge and back</a></h3><br />
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After your tour of Tuguegarao Cathedral, you can breeze into Buntun Bridge which is located at the west end of Luna St. Tuguegarao Cathedral is located at the east end of Luna St. They are opposite each other. Take a tricycle along Luna to get to the bridge. The driver might charge extra because it is farther and Luna St becomes Buntun St as you get nearer. Depending on how you haggle, you can get there for 30 to 40 pesos. If you decide to walk the entire length of the bridge, you can return to the city proper from across the river by taking another tricycle east bound.<br />
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<h3><a name="commute guide to calvary hills cagayan">How to get to Calvary Hills Cagayan</a></h3><br />
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Take a jeepney bound for "Iguig" (see sign on the body) with its terminal located near Don Domingo Public Market. From Jollibee and McDonald's restaurant in junction called Tanza, walk eastward along the road in front of Jollibee or from inside of Jollibee, get out to the frontage and turn right onto that road which was the route taken by bus in going back to Manila (I was slept when the bus from Manila arrived at its terminal on my first day - early dawn.), turn right onto the next street, walk further until you get to market area which is teeming with people, trikes, vendors, public vans, jeepneys, etc. You don't need to reach the building of Don Domingo Market with its name written conspicuously. Jeepneys with "Iguig" signs pass through the road toward the highway which you use in getting to the market area. Wait for one and get in. I paid Php 20. Please see the map below for more clearer location of the jeepney bound for Iguig. I'll mention how to get to the exact location of the Calvary after these other directions:<br />
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From a hotel near Victory Liner or from downtown Tuguegarao, take a trike and ask driver to take you to Don Domingo Public Market. Tanza Junction is very near to hotel row in the vicinity of Victory Liner. You can walk to get there, have some budget meal inside either Jollibee or Mcdo then walk your way to Don Domingo Market.<br />
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Inside the jeepney, ask driver to drop you off at the corner of the road that led to St James Parish Church. You can add that you're going to Iguig Calvary Hills. Once gotten off the jeepney, cross the main road and hike the uphill road where the church is located at the other end. Once in the church, you will easily see the way to the Calvary Hills. The entrance is located at the left hand side of the church if your facing the frontage of the church.<br />
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In the map below is the location of the jeepney bound for Iguig. Click each pin to reveal its information. If you drag the map toward bottom, you will see the location of Victory Liner Bus Terminal and how near it is to Tanza Junction where Jollibee and McDonal's are located.<br />
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<h3><a name="return to tuguegarao from calvary hills">How to get back to Tuguegarao from Calvary Hills</a></h3><br />
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Return to the highway and flag down a van with sign that reads "Tuguegarao City." You must alight at the spot near to the downtown as their terminal might be located way too far like the one I have ridden. If you don't know how to go back to either Tanza Junction or Plaza area, take a trike and you can ask him to bring you directly to your hotel or to your next spot of destination.<br />
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<h3><a name="commute guide to palaui island">How to get to Palaui Island</a></h3><br />
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The jumping-off point to Palaui Island is San Vicente Pier which is popularly known here as San Vicente Fish Port. It is located in the municipality of Sta Ana which is the northeastern tip of mainland Luzon. To get there from Tuguegarao City, you will travel approximately 100 kilometers via public van to Sta Ana, Cagayan. The terminal of vans is located on the left of the other end of the road where Don Domingo Public Market is situated. See map below, click the red pin at the bottom of the map. Coming from Jollibee/Mcdonald's Tanza Junction branches by foot, walk past Don Domingo Market where you boarded a jeepney to Calvary Hills, until you see the terminal to your left and located meters away before the road ends at Balzain Highway. Take the van bound for Sta Ana. If you're coming from your hotel and you take a tricycle or calesa, make sure that the driver will take you to this terminal. Because there's another terminal of vans bound for Sta Ana but passengers there are so scarce you will wait hours before the van gets full. The vans in the terminal located near Don Domingo Market is known to locals so passengers keep coming and the van gets filled up fast. The fare as of this writing is 180 pesos. After the long journey, the van will stop at Santa Ana Market. You can buy stuff there before heading to the port. There are hotels and lodgings around the market too if you prefer to explore Palaui Island early morning of the next day. Rates of hotel range from 300 to 400. Terminal of trikes headed to San Vicente Port is in front of Sta Ana Commercial Center which is the market building itself.<br />
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You can skip getting off at Sta Ana Public Market and go directly to San Vicente Port which is the last stop of the van. If you choose that, ask driver to drop you off at Arnold Peralta's office. He rents boat to travelers and he is licensed Palaui Island tour provider under local government unit in Sta Ana, Cagayan. Next to the map below is subheading "How much is the cost of Palaui Island Tour", please check it out if you want to know rates of boat rental, guides and other fees. <br />
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<b>Palaui Island only</b> <br />
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<b>Rates:</b><br />
Boat rental - Php 1,800<br />
Guide - 300<br />
Entrance fee - 50<br />
Environmental fee - 20 <br />
Highlight - Trek to the lighthouse of Engaño Cape, enjoy the island's white shore, throw a memorable daytime picnic, etc.<br />
Overnight - not allowed<br />
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<b>7 Destinations Palaui Tour that include:</b><br />
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Palaui Island<br />
Engaño Cape Lighthouse<br />
Anguib Beach<br />
Crocodile Island<br />
Mangrove Forest<br />
Punta Verde<br />
Siwanag Cove<br />
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<b>Rates:</b><br />
Boat rental - Php 3,500 (maximum 8 persons)<br />
Guide - 300 (lighthouse to punta verde)<br />
Environmental fee - 20<br />
Entrance fee - 50<br />
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<b>Tour hours:</b><br />
Leave San Vicente Port - 6 am<br />
Return to San Vicente Port 3 pm<br />
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Note: You can camp out overnight at Anguib Beach for 100 pesos but you MUST bring mosquito repellent or mosquito net. 'Niknik' as locals call it and a kind of mosquitoes and biting insects that attack even at daytime are unforgiving.<br />
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Things to do in Punta Verde:<br />
Trek to Balatubat Falls - 50<br />
Snorkeling - 250 for goggles<br />
Guide - 300<br />
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<b>Licensed Tour Provider:</b><br />
Contact Person - Arnold Peralta<br />
Globe CP - 0915 467 0964<br />
Smart CP - 0929 392 0737<br />
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Palaui Island is a protected area and you can't just rent a boat and sail onto the island. If you do, officer manning the island right at where boats dock to unload passengers will stop you. You must have processed and obtained receipts of payments at authorized tour provider of Palaui Island. Most importantly, you must have a guide which also provide by the tour provider. Without a guide, there's no way you can go beyond the sentry's outpost.<br />
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That said, you can avoid the inconvenience by having an authorized person assisting you even if you're still on your way to San Vicente Port or better yet make advance arrangement for schedule of your arrival days before the date of your travel. This allows for a better time management and stress free travel.<br />
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I highly recommend Mr Arnold Peralta, in photo above taken at his office which is just few meters away from his boats' docking area. He's the head of boat association and owns boats of varied sizes. He employs guides and boat skippers. He is licensed under local government unit and his boats are seaworthy with enough life jackets that they also required to be worn while on-board. Please be reminded that it's open sea that you would traversing in going to Palaui Island. The waves are bigger and at times rogue. A boat that passed government agency's requirement is your only defense for safe sea travel and with number of precautionary measures in place, you have peace of mind that you need in embarking to an adventure in area like Palaui Island. The office of Arnold Peralta is also charged in safekeeping of boat's manifest. So you must register your name there as required by law for your own protection. How's about that for reassuring? Furthermore, he is hands-on in entertaining guests and clients. A very unassuming person, approachable and reliable. You will definitely like him. You can call him at 09154670964 or 09293920737.<br />
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<h3><a name="return to tuguegarao from palaui">How to return to Tuguegarao from Palaui Island or Sta Ana</a></h3><br />
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Get back to Tuguegarao City the way you came to Sta Ana. You can take a trike in the port or along the road outside. Just don't use one in the terminal there as they'll ask you to contract them at high price. Wait for one to arrive far from the trike terminal and take that one as they charge regular fare. The terminal of vans bound for Tuguegarao City is in front of the market area.<br />
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<h3><a name="palaui in map">Where is Palaui Island in Cagayan map</a></h3><br />
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<h3><a name="commute to tumauini church">How to get to Tumauini Church</a></h3><br />
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The terminal of vans going to Tumauini, Isabela, Cagayan is located at the area popularly known as Riverside. Take a trike from anywhere in downtown Tuguegarao or from your hotel and ask driver to bring you to Riverside. Fare from Riverside to Tumauini is 60 pesos. In the van, talk to driver and tell him that you're going to Tumauini Church and ask him to drop you off at the corner of the road in Tumauini from which you will enter to reach the church. The road is on the right of the highway so no need for you to cross. It's a bit tricky if the driver drop you off early. Walk from the highway past two intersections and turn left on the third intersection. Walk further until you get to the compound of the church. That's the direction to take if the driver drops you off at the street where a communication tower is situated and seen from the highway. That's where I was dropped off and given a walk direction to the church by the driver. Now if the driver drops you off at the corner of the street that leads directly to the church, just walk straight past two intersections and the church will come into view at your right. <br />
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<h3><a name="commute from tumauini to tuguegarao">How to get to Tuguegarao City from Tumauini Church</a></h3><br />
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If you have decided to go to Tumauini Church first before the other major attractions of Cagayan such as Callao Cave and Palaui Island, it would be better as Isabela is located south of Tuguegarao City. Walk your way from the church to the highway and go towards Tumauini Public Market. That means you will turn left once you reach the national highway from the church or towards north where Tuguegarao is located. Vans bound for Tuguegarao City stop there and there are also loading terminals in that area.<br />
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<h3><a name="route to cagayan tourist spots">What is your suggested route in seeing Cagayan attractions</a></h3><br />
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The best itinerary if you're travelling to Tuguegarao City by land is to see Tumauini Church first. Because the town of Tumauini comes first before the bus gets to the city of Tuguegarao. And the distance between Tumauini and Tuguegarao is a bit way far. So, if you get there hours before daybreak just kill time in some eatery until daylight. Then head to Tumauini Church. That way, you get to arrive in Tuguegarao City still early.<br />
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In Tuguegarao City, go head to Callao Cave as early as possible because you must be on your way back to Tuguegarao riding in a tricycle from near river by 2pm. Unless you are a gumptious and hitching is not an issue just like what I did, make sure you leave the cave by 1pm. 11 am to 1 pm is the best time to be inside the cave as the sun rays coming in from the opening above create a very astounding scenery worth photographing.<br />
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You can get to Buntun bridge even near dusk and Tuguegarao Cathedral is a stone's throw away from city center.<br />
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Iguig Calvary Hills aka Calvary Hills Cagayan is great in the morning as the sprawling and rolling hills in which the life-size stations of the cross are erected wouldn't be friendly if the sun is already high-up. So, you might want to get there early morning of your second day.<br />
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After your meandering in the Calvary Hills and back to Tuguegarao, take the van bound for Sta Ana for your island hopping of Palaui Island and its neighboring headlands such as Crocodile Island. It'll take up over half of your day to cover all attractions in the promontory region much of which are consumed by boat ride from one spot to another. Palaui Island being the main attraction commands astounding view of its white sand seashore from the trail above going to Cape Engaño Lighthouse which is at the top of the island. Trekking uphill to the lighthouse is wonderful experience as you get the preview of Batanes. From Sta Ana Commercial Center or market area, ask trike driver to take you directly to the office of Arnold Peralta.<br />
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Other destinations served by boat from San Vicente Port are: Anguib Beach, Crocodile Island, Pugo Moro, Punta Verde, Puzurubo and Siwanag Cove. Please check out <a href="#palaui island boat and guide rates">How much is the cost of Palaui Island tour</a>.<br />
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Although Patapat Viaduct is not part of Cagayan Province as it's located past the border of Ilocos Norte's coastal town of Pagudpud, it still is worth the trip especially if you're already in Sta Ana fresh from your Palaui Island adventure. The best time to travel to Patapat Viaduct from Sta Ana is at daybreak. You get there in balmy morning. But most importantly, there are still public buses and vans bound for Tuguegarao that would pass through the bridge if you decide to go back to Cagayan's capital. That said, make sure you're done viaduct sightseeing at around 2pm. Wait for any van or bus back to Tuguegarao. As there's no terminal there, you will wait for a bus or a van from Laoag to arrive. After your Palaui Island tour, go back to Sta Ana town proper. Spend the night at a cheap lodging by the Sta Ana public market and take a van bound for Tuguegarao first thing in the morning. Ask driver to drop you off at Lal-lo Junction through which buses bound for Laoag, Ilocos Norte pass. Wait for Laoag bound bus at the section of the road where a lot of passengers are waiting and Magapit Suspension Bridge can be easily seen from the distance. The bus to Laoag will pass through that suspension bridge and so you know which lane to wait for the bus, right? The one getting to the suspension bridge. That's a landmark there. So which city should you be headed to after Viaduct sightseeing tour - Laoag or Tuguegarao? To help you decide, read my Tips Section, here.<br />
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<h3><a name="getting to patapat viaduct">How to get to the scenic Patapat Viaduct</a></h3><br />
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There are regular trips of buses from Tuguegarao to Laoag and these buses pass through the viaduct. But since the purpose of this guide is to manage your time and money in travelling from one spot to another, I will not advice you to go directly to the viaduct from Tuguegarao. Instead, make Patapat Viaduct as your side trip from Palaui Island as you are already near the famed mega architectural structure of Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte. Read the direction on how to get to the viaduct from Sta Ana, Cagayan in the last paragraph of my <a href="#route to cagayan tourist spots">suggested route in seeing Cagayan attractions</a>.<br />
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<h3><a name="cagayan food">What to eat in Tuguegarao</a></h3><br />
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There are three kinds of authentic food that you should not miss out once you hit the streets of Tuguegarao City. Now there are so much information written about these delicacies including how they are made and cooked so we will not dwell on those details. Instead, let me just present to you each of the dainty chows I have savored in Tuguegarao that made me wish I could find a place in Metro Manila that served them.<br />
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1. Pancit Batil Patong is the first on the list that you should taste as soon as your taste buds crave for pancit. A full meal loaded with carbohydrate, protein and all nutrients a traveler needs. From the bean sprout mixed together with a special kind of noodle to the pork rinds mixed to sliced meat, topped with sunny side up egg, the blending of different tastes has never been so delicious. So tasty and filling. Eaten with a sauce made of mixed soy sauce, vinegar, chopped onion and chili pepper. Plus a hot meat broth on the side, pancit batil patong meal set is so appetizing. A perfect complete meal. The only lacking in the meal? Soda. I mean it's a treat, right? So, why not indulge. Just this once, LOL. <br />
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2. Pancit Cabagan has contrasting element compared to Pancit Batil Patong. It is soupy and palatable at the same time that you'd consider its savor as a Filipino dish eaten with rice. As a result you would be tempted to order a serving of rice or two. The quail eggs added the temptation for rice I presumed. It's really a must-taste food. It's also served with a cup of broth notwithstanding the soupy state of the dish. And the grated white onion and sliced lime on the side made this Cagayan noodle dish more appealing to one's sense of eating. <br />
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3. Dinendeng has a lot of versions. But the one I have tasted in Tuguegarao City transcends the general savor of dinengdeng. From aroma that comes from squash flower to the vegetable broth, you would literally feel you're digesting a highly nutritious Filipino dish. Vegetables are fresh and cooked while you wait. And that's the part I like most. Because when it's finally served, with rice of course, my eating mood level goes up a notch and at the end I had ordered 3 servings of rice. Blame it to delectable dinengdeng.<br />
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<h3><a name="tips cagayan travels">Tips for budget travelers & backpackers</a></h3><br />
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1. Once arrived in Tuguegarao Victory Bus Terminal, it's best to check-in at any of the lodgings across the highway as they are cheaper and clean except one mentioned earlier.<br />
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2. Tanza Junction is walking distance from hotel row mentioned in tip #1 above. Once there you can get to Don Domingo Market easily. It's where branches of Jollibee and McDonald's are located.<br />
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3. Before you go to Sta Ana for Palaui Island adventure, make sure you have already bought items that you want to buy in flea market in downtown Tuguegarao as you might decide not to get back and head instead to Laoag City after Viaduct sightseeing.<br />
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4. Tricycle fare is only 10 pesos around Tuguegarao including from the hotel row area to the city proper although they charge higher at night.<br />
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5. Make Patapat Viaduct your last destination so that if you decide to return to Manila via Laoag City, you would have not miss out a spot in Cagayan.<br />
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6. After Viaduct tour, it's best to head to Laoag City as you get to see attractions in the city proper such as the bell tower, capitol bldg, etc before catching a bus bound for Manila. Not only that. You would have been into two important capital cities of Northern Luzon if you go to Laoag City.<br />
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7. If you want to embark on a journey in the loop from Cagayan Province to Ilocos Norte and down to Vigan, Ilocos Sur with still enough budget, you can check my travel posts on how to get to different attractions of Ilocos Norte and commuting guide from Laoag City to Vigan. Here are the links: <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2012/01/getting-to-ilocos-nortes-important.html" target="_blank">Getting to Ilocos Norte's Important Attractions</a>, <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2012/01/commute-guide-to-bacarrra-church.html" target="_blank">Commute Guide to Bacarra Church & Pagudpud Ilocos Norte</a>, and <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2012/01/how-to-commute-to-vigans-tourist-spots.html" target="_blank">How to Commute to Vigan's Tourist Spots from Laoag</a><br />
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8. Whatever city you want to leave from, make sure you book your ticket in advance to avoid inconvenience of being a chance passenger.<br />
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9. Jomar Panciteria, located very near to the Plaza area or downtown serves the best Pancit Batil Patong. From Mall of the Valley, cross Bonifacio Rd and take Gomez St which also borders Mall of the Valley. Walk past next intersection of Blumentrit St and Jomar Panciteria is on the right of Gomez St.<br />
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10. Pancit Cabagan is served best at an eatery opposite Victory Liner. Available at morning. Meanwhile, the superb dinengdeng is served at a large shack inside an open area opposite one of the lodgings there and at the same side of the highway where Victory Liner is situated. <br />
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The best time to enjoy Palaui Island and the beaches there is during sunny season as it would be uninspiring during rainy days like when I was there in December, the waves are humongous and it's so unnerving at open sea en route to Palaui Island. Cagayan has different rainy season. Best months to be there - March to September.<br />
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Now if you're not including Palaui on your travel of Cagayan and you don't plan to be on any beaches there, then, cold weather is not bad and December to February is great time to enjoy Tuguegarao City and its neighboring attractions.<br />
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</div>Lagalaghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05864024430417258801noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5030667113953452664.post-18471415887700477392015-03-30T01:08:00.000+08:002015-03-30T23:15:54.148+08:00Visita Iglesia RoutesIn the observance of the Holy Week that culminates in our rumination and reflection of the Sacrifice of Jesus Christ in the holy cross that ended His life at the Calvary, DirectionsOnWeb published this post for the Lenten season. As an author of a blog that provides commuting and driving directions, it is my calling to serve readers timely directional guide. That said, today's post is a selection of Visita Iglesia routes from which you can pick a Seven Churches Visitation course to take for this year's Holy Week. Each Visita Iglesia route below is published days before a Holy Week came which started from the very first year of our blog.<br />
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You may want to start your church visits in Redemptorist Church and end in Quiapo Church visiting five other churches along the way. Or you can take the opposite way from Quiapo to Baclaran, depends on which is nearer to your current location. It uses Mabini, del Pilar and Roxas Blvd roads. For complete directions, go to <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2011/04/two-visita-iglesia-routes.html" target="_blank">Two Visita Iglesia Routes</a><br />
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If you live in Binondo and Chinatown area, you might like to start your church visits at Minor Basilica of St Lorenzo Ruiz, popularly known as Binondo Church. Your last church will be the Ermita Church. The most significant part here is you get to visit two churches inside Intramuros - Manila Cathedral and San Agustin Church. But that's after your visits to Sta Cruz Church and Quiapo Church. Note: The article was published during the retrofitting and major repairs of Manila Cathedral. During that time, we needed to go to Our Lady of Sorrows in Pasay to complete the seven churches visitation. Now that Manila Cathedral is open, the route is shorten. If you like to do your penitence walking from one church to another, I highly recommend this route. Yes, I have written in the post walk direction to take. Although, also written in the article are commuting and driving directions with parking recommendations as well. You can read the complete guides and directions by going to this post: <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2012/04/visita-iglesia-routes-2012.html" target="_blank">Visita Iglesia Routes 2012</a> <br />
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Now if you live in Quezon City, you can start your seven churches visitation at either Santo Domingo Church in Quezon Ave or Immaculate Conception Cathedral in Cubao. You don't need to get far to other areas. If you think that no seven churches are nearer to each other in Quezon City, let alone walking distance from each other, you can go and read the article I published. Go to <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2013/03/visita-iglesia-routes-2013.html" target="_blank">Visita Iglesia Routes 2013</a><br />
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Are you in Baguio City this Holy Week? Contemplating about doing Visita Iglesia in the Summer Capital? Well, if you think that Baguio is just for beating the heat in Metro Manila, here's the good news. You can also have <b>seven churches visitation in Baguio City</b>. For visita iglesia in Baguio City, visit <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2014/04/Baguio-Visita-Iglesia--Route.html" target="_blank">Visita Iglesia Routes 2014</a><br />
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Hope this article helps you in your penitence this Lenten Season.Lagalaghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05864024430417258801noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5030667113953452664.post-5969809039605173142015-01-27T16:15:00.001+08:002015-01-27T16:15:40.821+08:00BGC Bus new EDSA-McKinley Terminal across MRT Ayala OpensCommuters going to Bonifacio Global City can now breathe a sign of relief. BGC Bus, the fleet of two-route buses that served East and West of the business and financial district has opened this January 5. The big terminal building is just a few meters across the stair of northbound exit of MRT-3 Ayala Station. For almost two years, commuters have trekked the distance of <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2013/05/BGC-Bus-Temporary-Terminal.html" target="_blank">BGC temporary terminal</a> that was located farther north of the big Shell Station across McKinley Rd. It was quite a long walk for both regular workers and visitors who also needed to wait further before crossing McKinley as there's no pedestrian bridge and motorists have to be prioritized. Now going to any building or destination located inside Bonifacio Global City, simply called BGC, is a breeze. If you don't know how to locate or walk to the building you are headed to in BGC, you can check it out on this post -> <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2012/02/commute-guide-to-buildings-attractions.html" target="_blank">Commute Guide To Buildings & Attractions Inside BGC From MRT Ayala Station</a> <br />
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The new BGC Bus Terminal building is located at the south corner of EDSA and McKinley Rd. Commuters' entrance and boarding area is located at the service road which runs right from the foot of the MRT staircase and bends leftward towards McKinley. See transfer from a MRT train to BBC bus has not been easier this time around. For direction to your destination to BGC building from MRT Ayala Station, go to -> <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2012/02/commute-guide-to-buildings-attractions.html" target="_blank">Commute Guide To Buildings & Attractions Inside BGC From MRT Ayala Station</a> for detailed direction from a BGC bus stop (unloading station) to your destination.<br />
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As of this writing, a convenience store is already opened in the new BGC Bus terminal building. But the way the facade of the building is being finished, there will be more stores and shops in it, like fast food restaurants, snack stalls, coffee shops, flower shops, boutiques and more. But that's only my observation. We'll see in the coning moths. That's all folks. Hope this new development is a good news to you!<br />
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Ops! By the way. There are some folks specially long timers who still called or referred to the entire Bonifacio Global City as The Fort. I think it is no longer applicable. And it's wrong nowadays to use that term. It creates confusion if you're giving direction. The Fort is a strip and only a spot within the BGC. The Fort is not the BGC. Cheers!<br />
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Lagalaghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05864024430417258801noreply@blogger.com2BGC Bus Terminal across MRT Ayala Station in Makati14.549461725596545 121.0294675827026414.547540725596546 121.02694608270264 14.551382725596545 121.03198908270264tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5030667113953452664.post-38677135023904412792014-12-06T01:25:00.002+08:002017-03-10T10:01:56.853+08:00How to Commute to Laguna's Tourist SpotsThis commute guide will give you commute directions to some of major destinations and spots of Laguna. As we all know, the province of Laguna is blessed with a lot of wonders, among them are the seven lakes that bestowed the city of San Pablo its title of "City of the 7 Lakes." That said, these lakes are not in the same state of cleanliness and once you arrive to a polluted and filthy one, your travel optimism might crash. So, we've...<br />
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...only selected 3 lakes for the awesomeness of the two with 6-star given to the first while the superb artificial landscaping and its proximity to the city proper are the reasons why the third lake is picked. Another thing to consider is the diversity needed to make your hopping from one spot to another more pleasurable and diverting. <div class="insidemobilepost"><script async src="//pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js"></script><br />
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</div>And so, using this guide, you'll find yourself within different dimensions and themes as you arrive to each destination. Talk about posing against various backgrounds for your photos. Now you wouldn't want to be photographed with only the lake as backgrounds of all your photos, right? So, below are eight destinations in Laguna that you might covered in one day.<br />
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how to go to Pila Heritage Town from Manila<br />
how to go to San Pablo Cathedral from Pila<br />
how to go to Pandin Lake from the cathedral<br />
how to go to Pandin Lake direct from Manila<br />
how to go to Yambo Lake<br />
how to go to the Underground Cemetery of Nagcarlan<br />
how to go to the red brick church of Liliw<br />
how to go to the famous shoe center of Liliw<br />
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The best time to get to our first destination is early morning, so that you can arrive to the highlight of this travel as early as possible as well. It's not that enjoyable to be at the most picturesque lake during lunch time. Though you can find pleasure having lunch in a bamboo raft, except the lunch is expensive. Arriving early, there will be enough window if you decide to go bamboo-rafting, that is if the price is in your budget. <div class="insidemobilepost"><script async src="//pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js"></script><br />
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</div> So, I suggest to arrive at the bus terminal in Manila before sunrise and please pick a day with less traffic. If this is your first time to explore Laguna's attractions, given after the eight destination near bottom of this article is direction on how to get back to Manila from the last destination of this Laguna Trip Guide.<br />
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<h3>First Destination - Pila Heritage Town</h3><br />
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You can have your fast breakfast at the restaurant that although looks classy still serves food at low price. It is opposite 7-11 store and occupied the ground floor of one of the heritage houses in the town plaza.<br />
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<h3>Second Destination - San Pablo Cathedral</h3><br />
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<b>How to Get to San Pablo City from Pila</b><br />
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Wait for a jeepney with "San Pablo" sign at the opposite lane of where you alighted from the bus you've ridden from Manila. The direction of jeepney is toward Manila and it will just take a fork somewhere along the highway.<br />
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<h3>Third Destination - Pandin Lake</h3><br />
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<i>Note: I've posted photos of the trail you need to take from the highway to Pandin Lake. They are towards the end of this article, next to</i> <a href="#to manila from pandin">How to Return to Manila from San Pablo City Plaza</a> <i>and</i> <a href="#to pandin from manila">How to go to Lake Pandin from Metro Manila</a><br />
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<b>How to Get to Pandin Lake from San Pablo City Proper</b><br />
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As your fourth destination, Yambo Lake is just next to Pandin Lake. Just walk further from Pandin. I never went there as I was petrified by the beauty of Pandin until it's time for me to return to the highway for lunch. Don't ask me the price of food in Pandin as it was hilarious, for solo traveler, that is. Planning to go bamboo rafting and eating in Pandin Lake in budget? Here's a tip: Go in a group, the more the cheaper.<br />
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<h3>Fifth Destination - Nagcarlan Underground Cemetery</h3><br />
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<b>How to Get to Nagcarlan Underground Cemetery</b><br />
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<h3>Sixth & Seventh Destinations - The red brick Church and Liliw's Shoe center</h3><br />
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<b>How to Get To Liliw from Nagcarlan or San Pablo City</b><br />
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<h3>Eight Destination - Sampaloc Lake</h3><br />
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<h3><a name="to manila from pandin">How to Return to Manila from San Pablo City Plaza</a></h3><br />
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In front of Jollibee, wait for a jeepney with "SM" wording along with other signage but avoid "SM Calamba" as it will take you to Calamba Laguna. All buses bound for Manila, e.g., "Cubao", "Buendia", "Pasay", pass by the frontage of SM City San Pablo. Do not cross the highway. Right on the spot where you get off the jeepney from the plaza, wait for the bus to Manila.<br />
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<h3><a name="to pandin from manila">How to go to Pandin Lake from Metro Manila</a></h3><br />
If you want to get to Lake Pandin straight from Manila, take a bus bound for "San Pablo City" and get off at SM City San Pablo. Right on the lane where you get off, opposite SM is the spot where a jeepney will park and a barker will call out its destination which is "San Pablo" (proper) or "Plaza". Ride this jeepney, get off at city plaza and follow direction to the terminal of jeepney headed to the lake vicinity that I've already given, under third destination - Pandin. You don't need to wait for a jeepney to arrive at SM, you can ride one that passes by, with "San Pablo" sign, of course.<br />
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<h3>The Trail to Lake Pandin</h3><br />
On the way back to the highway and the sky had already cleared, I took photos of the trail. Here they are, arranged in the order from the jump-off point along the highway to the tip of the trail which once reached, a roller-coaster like decent will suddenly appear and the picture-perfect Lake Pandin comes into full view.<br />
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<center><i>Looking from the distance below as you climb, the peak of the trail is unassuming. But once you get there, you will be stunned at what you'll see.</i></center>Lagalaghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05864024430417258801noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5030667113953452664.post-40435944080303231562014-09-27T19:51:00.000+08:002014-09-27T19:51:03.070+08:00Comet E-Jeepney Routes and Faring SystemJust today I have learned that <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2014/01/COMET-E-Jeepney.html" target="_blank">Commet E-Jeepney</a> is operational already in Quezon City. So I created this post so that commuters will be guided in riding Comet jeepneys.<br />
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<b>What are the routes served by Comet E-Jeepney?</b><br />
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<b>How to ride a comet e-jeepney?</b><br />
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Here's the faring system of the comet jeepney. Say goodbye to loose coins and the hassles of not receiving a full change from traditional jeepney drivers. To ride a comet jeepney, you must first buy a reloadable GET pass card. Tap the card on a marked portion of the passengers' door, then ride. For the locations of where to buy GET cards, you can ask drivers once they stop at loading areas.<br />
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Environment friendly because they don'r emit fumes, fast as their speed is 60 km per hour, and fan for its free wifi and television on-board. And the best part is the e-jeepney has camera installed at other end of the jeepney aimed at the door. The cameras take photos of each passengers getting on board and then transmit all photos taken to the command center. Now that's a one step forward for passenger safety, right?<br />
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<b>Operating hours of Comet E-Jeepneys</b><br />
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Commets served passengers from 5am to 9pm.<br />
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All comets are being monitored by the command center for any problem, be it technical or human related, that might occurred while on the road. The command center has GPS tracking device that ensures all units are monitored wherever they are on their respective routes.<br />
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<i>For our introductory post about COMET E-Jeepney, please go to <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2014/01/COMET-E-Jeepney.html" target="_blank">Comet E-Jeepney Is The New King Of Philippine Roads</a></i><br />
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Lagalaghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05864024430417258801noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5030667113953452664.post-49802952488744160932014-06-22T04:56:00.000+08:002017-07-03T17:01:07.167+08:00Philippine Arena Commuters GuideThis directional guide will tell you how to go to Philippine Arena from different locations of Metro Manila as well as other nearby provinces. Philippine Sports Stadium is located adjacent to the humongous dome. Going to the exact location of Philippine arena by public transportation, e.g., bus, jeepney, and even in part by MRT/LRT trains is a breeze. Returning to Manila - also written.<br />
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<h3>Where is Philippine Arena located</h3><br />
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</div>The largest indoor arena in the world is located at 75 hectare land owned by Iglesia ni Cristo at Bocaue, Bulacan. Specifically referred to as Ciudad de Victoria, the massive territory in which the world's largest dome arena majestically stands is bordered by NLEX itself. That said, you will have no trouble in going to the exact location of Philippine Arena as the giant iconic building is very visible from the distance. And as the bus or jeepney from Manila you're riding in passes by this architectural and engineering marble, you would think that you could literally walk right from the edge of NLEX straight to the gigantic dome and get there quickly. Well, if you can get off the vehicle on that spot, that is.<br />
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<h3>How to Commute to Philippine Arena from Different parts of Metro Manila</h3><div class="inpost-responmobi"><style>
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</div>First, go to any terminals of jeepney or bus headed to its location. Or along EDSA, go to the loading zone and ride the bus headed to its location.<br />
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Second, alight at "Barangay Turo" or you can simply say to driver or bus conductor as "Turo" which is approximately 535 meters from NLEX ramp where the bus or jeepney bearing you and other passengers turn right after stopping at Bocaue Exit on its way to destination in Bulacan. A tall and wide metal arch is erected at the corner of the street perpendicular to the left of the main road you're taking from NLEX which is Gov F Halili Ave. Attached to the arch reads "Welcome Brgy Turo Bocaue Bulacan" and that's where you must alight.<br />
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Third, go to the terminal or queue of tricycles that you would see not far. Take a trike and say your destination to the driver - "Philippine Arena"<br />
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The trike takes the narrow road perpendicular to the right of Gov Halili Ave which is just a little bit past the Brgy Turo welcome arch. It will take you right to the Philippine Arena. You can view the location map of Philippine Arena at the end of this article.<br />
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<h3>Terminals & Loading Areas one ride to Philippine Arena Vicinity</h3><br />
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As I have already mentioned, after getting off the jeepney or bus from Manila, you still need to take a trike to set foot on the ground of Philippine Arena. So, below are three different spots in Metro Manila where you can take a one ride route to Brgy Turo from which you take a trike to Philippine Arena.<br />
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<b>Monumento Jeepney Terminal</b><br />
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There are two terminals of jeepneys bound for Philippine Arena - via McArthur Highway and via NLEX. Forget about 'via McArthur Highway' as it takes long to get there. Take only the jeepney with route 'via NLEX' for fast commute. The terminal of jeepneys that take NLEX is located near LRT-1 Monumento Station. Exact location is Benin St corner Maximo St. The route and sign of jeepneys there is "Monumento - Sta Maria."<br />
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<i>How to locate the terminal</i><br />
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</div>From LRT Monumento Station, walk towards EDSA where Andres Bonifacio Monument is located. Turn right onto street before EDSA which is L Bustamante. Walk past a street perpendicular to the left and then turn left onto the next street perpendicular to the left which is Benin. Walk to the next corner on the left of Benin before EDSA, where the terminal is located.<br />
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From Andres Bonifacio Monument aka Bantayog ni Andres Bonifacio and popularly known as Monumento, walk on the right of EDSA. Turn right onto the first corner from Andres Bonifacio Monument which is Benin. The terminal is located at the next corner of Benin St, on the right from EDSA.<br />
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From footbridge of EDSA before Bantayog ni Andres Bonifacio (Monumento.) If you're in the northbound lane of EDSA (you have alighted from jeepney or bus from Balintawak part of EDSA), use the footbridge and cross EDSA. Walk toward Andres Bonifacio Monument and turn left onto the road before Andres Bonifacio Monument.<br />
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<b>Doroteo Jose Bus Terminal</b><br />
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Located below LRT-1 Doroteo Jose Station, exactly beneath the footbridge that connects LRT-2 Recto Station to LRT-1 Doroteo Jose Station. The route and sign of bus to take here is "Sta Cruz - Bocaue."<br />
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<i>How to locate the bus terminal</i><br />
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</div>From LRT-2 Recto Station, follow directional signs to LRT Doroteo Jose Station, use the footbridge. Don't cross to the other side of LRT-1 D Jose Station. Just go down the road once you get to Doroteo Jose train station. You'll immediately see the bus terminal next to the building of LRT Doroteo Jose Station, along Doroteo Jose St and just below the footbridge.<br />
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From a Baclaran bound LRT-1 train, go down the D Jose Station. Cross Avenida towards the opposite corner of D Jose and Avenida. Go to the back of LRT D Jose Station via D Jose St and the bus terminal is there.<br />
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From a Roosevelt bound train, go down to Doroteo Jose St, and go to the first bus terminal below footbridge of LRT-1 and 2.<br />
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<b>EDSA Bus Loading Zones</b><br />
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The most convenient spot to board a bus headed to the location of Philippine Arena along EDSA is at Farmers Plaza in Cubao. The bus has a lot of vacant seats there. During peak hours, it helps if you take the bus at this area. Other loading zones are located past Aurora Blvd, Trinoma, SM North EDSA, Roosevelt-Munoz and Balintawak. The sign of the bus to take is any of these: "Garden Bocaue Exit Sta Maria", "Sta Clara Bocaue Exit" and "Sta Maria Bocaue Exit."<br />
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<i>How to find the bus at Farmers</i><br />
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</div>Just go out of Farmers Plaza and wait along the sidewalk in front of Farmers Plaza which is shaded by Farmers Plaza building itself. The bus passes through the lane nearer to the sidewalk.<br />
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<h3>How to go to Philippine Arena from...</h3><i>(Note: You must have read the directions above before reading routes below)</i><br />
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<b>Route #1</b><br />
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From Alabang, Sucat, Bicutan, FTI via SLEX<br />
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<i>Option 1</i> - take a bus with secondary sign that reads "Cubao Ibabaw" and alight at Farmers Plaza. Then ride the bus to Brgy Turo in Bocaue.<br />
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<i>Option 2 (faster)</i> - alight at MRT-3 Magallanes Station, ride train to Araneta Center Cubao Station which is connected to Farmers. Go down to the loading area and take the bus to Bgy Turo.<br />
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<i>Option 3</i> - take a jeepney with "Pasay Rotunda" sign, alight at Pasay Rotunda, ride a LRT-1 train to Roosevelt and alight at either Doroteo Jose or Monumento stations. Then go to the terminal of either bus or jeepney mentioned earlier.<br />
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<b>Route #2</b><br />
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From NAIA Terminals<br />
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<i>Terminal 1 & 2</i> - take a NAIA shuttle and and alight at Terminal 3 then ride the shuttle headed to Pasay Rotunda in Taft.<br />
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<i>Terminal 3</i> - go to shuttle bus bay and ride the train headed to Taft/Genesis Terminal.<br />
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<i>Terminal 4</i> - jeepney along Domestic Road, alight at Airport Rd. Ride another jeepney with "Nichols MRT/LRT" sign. Alight at Pasay Rotunda.<br />
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Take MRT-3 train to Araneta Center Cubao and ride the bus to Bocaue Bulacan mentioned earlier.<br />
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<b>Route #3</b><br />
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From Southwest Integrated Terminal<br />
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<i>Option 1 -</i> Ride city bus bound for Fairview via Espana, Lawton and UST. Alight at any point along the route with LRT-1 station. Ride a train bound for Roosevelt and follow Option 3 of Route #1. You can also take jeepney with "Sta Cruz Monumento" sign.<br />
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</div><i>Option 2 -</i> Ride a city bus with "Cubao Ibabaw" secondary sign. Follow either Option 1 or Option 2 of Route #1.<br />
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<b>Route #4</b><br />
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From Cavite towns and cities, i.e., Dasmarinas, Bacoor, Silang, Tagaytay, Imus, Kawit, etc as well as in Batangas City via Southwest Integrated Terminal.<br />
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Ride a provincial bus to Southwest Integrated Terminal, then, follow directions given in Route #3.<br />
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Note: If the terminal of bus you're riding from your provincial origin is located along EDSA such as in Kamuning, you can take the provincial bus headed to Brgy Turo. Just wait for that bus at loading area near the terminal of the bus you have ridden from Batangas or Cavite.<br />
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<b>Route #5</b><br />
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From SM Mall of Asia and SM Arena<br />
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There are lots of jeepneys you can take to EDSA. Look for "Malibay" bound jeepney at South Terminal which is just outside SM Store or SM Department Store. You can ride that jeepney and alight at MRT-3 Taft Station then take the train to Araneta Center Cubao Station and follow Option 2 of Route #1.<br />
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If you prefer bus, then get off the jeepney at Heritage Hotel, then ride the bus with "Cubao Ibabaw" secondary sign.<br />
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<b>Route #6</b><br />
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From Divisoria, Binondo, Lucky Chinatown Mall and areas nearby.<br />
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Walk from Lucky Chinatown Mall to Recto Ave which is very near. In Divisoria, Recto is where ends. In Binondo, use a pedicab or if you can, then walk your way to Recto or take a jeepney headed to Divisoria in front of Binondo Church or nearby.<br />
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Ride a jeepney bound for Cubao, Morayta/PRC, Quiapo or Marikina. Alight at Avenida where LRT-1 runs above.<br />
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<i>Option 1 -</i> Cross Recto Ave and walk along Avenida until you get to Doroteo Jose. Now, take the provincial bus to Bulacan mentioned earlier in the post.<br />
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</div><i>Option 2 -</i> Ride a train at Doroteo Jose Station bound for Roosevelt and alight at Monumento. Now, follow direction to the jeepney terminal which is mentioned also at the start of this post.<br />
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<b>Route #7</b><br />
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From Eastwood City<br />
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Along C-5 Road, just outside Eastwood City, jeepneys bound for Cubao pass through. Take one of these jeepneys. In Cubao, walk your way to Farmer's Plaza mall. Once there, go to the frontage which is EDSA. Now take the bus to Brgy Turo.<br />
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<b>Route #8</b><br />
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From Marikina, Antipolo, Angono, Cainta, SSS Village, Sta Lucia East, Robinsons Metro East, SM City Marikina and nearby places.<br />
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You can take a jeepney or Urvan Express. You can also take a bus with "Quiapo" sign if there are in your area. If bus, alight at EDSA-Ortigas or Robinsns Galleria. If jeepney or FX, alight at either EDSA-Crossing or EDSA-Ortigas. Ask the driver if where he's headed. Either way is okay, as long as you're near EDSA.<br />
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In EDSA, ride a bus with secondary sign that reads "Cubao Ibabaw." Now, take the provincial bus to Brgy Turo in Bulacan.<br />
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<b>Route #9</b><br />
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From Central Temple of Iglesia ni Cristo in Commonwealth Ave Quezon City where New Era University College of Evangelical University is also located. Also from Quezon Memorial Circle, Quezon City Hall, Philcoa and other areas nearby.<br />
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Ride a jeepney bound for "Roces", "Pantranco", "Delta", "Fisher Mall", "Quiapo" in any loading area located along Commonwealth Ave. Alight at the corner of Quezon Ave and EDSA. Use the pedestrian footbridge, cross Quezon Ave and go to Centris. Go to the bus loading area along EDSA and wait for the bus bound for Bulacan. Note: Some bus also stop at the spot along EDSA past Quezon Ave but it's not convenient to wait there because most of the time buses are already full. Buses stand longer at Centris area before crossing Quezon Ave.<br />
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<b>Route #10</b><br />
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From any station of LRT Line 2. You can get to Philippine Arena faster by using LRT-2 from your location along Aurora Blvd, Magsaysay Blvd or from Santolan Station. Legarda Station is the one to use from Sampaloc/Legarda area and Mendiola where university belt is located.<br />
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</div>Just take a train either to Recto Station (last station) or to Araneta Center Cubao Station, depends on what type of bus you want to take. Most buses in Doroteo Jose are ordinary while in Farmers Plaza/EDSA bus bay, buses are air-conditioned. Take the exit to Gateway Mall in Areneta Center and follow the directional sign to MRT-3 which is connected to Farmer's Plaza. Once there just go down to EDSA and ride the bus to Bulacan.<br />
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<b>Route #11</b><br />
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From BGC or Bonifacio Global City - Market Market, SM Aura, Bonifacio High Street (BHS), etc.<br />
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Take a BGC Bus bound for EDSA-Ayala at Market Market BGC Bus Terminal. If you're location is at west part of the BGC, just go to any Bus Stop located near you and take a bus with "West Route" sign, it returns to EDSA after dropping all passengers in all bus stops there while also loading passengers headed to Makati and MRT-3.<br />
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Once in EDSA, ride a northbound train at MRT-3 Ayala Station and alight at Araneta Center Cubao Station. Get down to the bus loading bay in front of Farmer's Plaza and wait for the bus headed to Bulacan.<br />
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<b>Route #12</b><br />
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UV Express via NLEX from SM San Fernando, Angeles, Dau, Tarlac, Pangasinan, Bataan.<br />
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Look for the terminal of UV Express in your area and ask for the one headed to its terminal in Bocaue. Once you reach Bocaue terminal, just walk down Gove Halile Road away from NLEX until you get to the arch of Brgy Turo. Take a trike to Philippine Arena. Note: If you're riding a provincial bus bound for Manila, make sure to alight at Bocaue Exit, cross NLEX and walk further until you get to Brgy Turo arch where you a tricycle to Philippine Arena.<br />
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</div>If your point of origin is not included in this commuting direction to Philippine Arena, you can use the comment form below to seek my help.<br />
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<h3>How to go back to Metro Manila from Philippine Arena</h3><br />
First you need to return to Brgy Turo the way you came. There's also tricycle terminal right at the spot where you get off the trike you would have ridden in going to Philippine Arena. Take one of those waiting tricycles and get off at Gov Halili where you would have alighted from the bus from Manila. Now wait for any bus bound for anywhere in Metro Manila, e.g., Cubao, Alabang, Baclaran, etc. Get off the bus at the spot along EDSA from which you would take the next ride on your way home if applicable. You can alight at any LRT or MRT station and take the train for fast commute. <br />
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<b>Plaza Mexico Ferry Station</b> - Riverside Drive, Intramuros, Manila<br />
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<b>Escolta River Ferry Station</b> - exactly located next to Jones Bridge where jeepneys bound for Divisoria and Binondo pass through.<br />
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<b>PUP Station</b> - located in Sta Mesa within the complex of Polytechnic University of the Philippines.<br />
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<b>Guadalupe River Bus Ferry Station</b> - located very near to EDSA and Guadalupe Commercial Complex Bldg which is attached to MRT-3 Guadalupe Station.<br />
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<b>Pinagbuhatan</b> - Pasig City<br />
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<h2><a name="pasig river ferry fares">Pasig River Ferry Fares</a></h2><br />
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The interim fares for a ride of Pasig River Ferry are Php 25, 32, 35 and 50 as what written on the ticket. Free ride is extended for this week. Watch for update on which fare is for what station destination.<br />
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<h2><a name="pasig river ferry schedules">Departure Schedules of Pasig River Ferry</a></h2><br />
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As of this writing the only station that has departure schedule is Guadalupe Station. For some reason, other stations or the people in-charge of each station can't post the schedule of departure of ferries as they are dependent on the time at which the ferry from Guadalupe would arrive. Below is the departure schedules of ferries from Guadalupe bound for Pinagbuhatan Station in Pasig and Mexico Plaza in Intramuros.<br />
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<b>Guadalupe to Plaza Mexico via PUP</b><br />
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6:45 am<br />
7:45 am<br />
8:45 am<br />
9:45 am<br />
10:45 am<br />
Mid-day break<br />
2:45 pm<br />
3:45 pm<br />
4:45 pm<br />
5:45 pm<br />
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<b>Guadalupe to Pinagbuhatan</b><br />
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6:45 am<br />
7:15 am<br />
7:45 am<br />
8:15 am<br />
8:45 am<br />
9:15 am<br />
9:45 am<br />
10:14 am<br />
Mid-day break<br />
2:45 pm<br />
3:14 pm<br />
3:45 pm<br />
4:14 pm<br />
4:45 pm<br />
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If you are going to take a ferry from a station that don't have departure schedule, the thing to do is look at the departure schedule of Guadalupe Station and make a time estimate of what time the ferry would arrive to your station. Factors to consider are:<br />
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1.) Travel duration of one ferry differs from the others as they are not of the same size and speed.<br />
2.) Travels are interrupted always because they have to stop the motor every time some garbage get stuck on the propeller and clean it all up.<br />
3.) Pasig River ferries have to give way to small boats that taking people across the river from one bank to the other and the most number of small boats crossing the river at one time is three, so expect traffic there.<br />
4.) The boat from Escolta Station have to go to the Coast Guard ship so that an escort can get on board as required every time a ferry passes through Malacanang.<br />
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<h2><a name="pasig river ferry travel time">Pasig River Ferry Travel Time</a></h2><br />
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Travel time varies. One time I boarded at Escolta, it took 1 hour and 20 minutes to reach Guadalupe Station. Much of the delay on that one was when the boat had to stay a while at a Coast Guard ship and then had to make a return path to another Coast Guard ship where the escort finally got on board. It was a bit longer that it should and I know it happens on occasion. You see it's not as simple as berthing the ferry and the officer hop in. Coast Guard job is to protect the passengers so there is a lot of checking like if there's an engine man which is vital for the safety of all passengers. The man steering the boat and always at the helm who is the one to board the Coast Guard ship to report is asked on some important matters and at times get reprimanded if at fault. Meanwhile PUP to Guadalupe station clocked at 27 minutes when I have timed it and heading to Pinagbuhatan from Guadalupe took longer than the return trip which was only 34 minutes. Apparently, there were lots of times that junks got stuck on the propeller on our way there.<br />
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There's one more thing. When registering your name and waiting for a ferry to arrive are added into the equation, the time involved would be more longer that what you might think. Having said that, it will be at your convenient to expect that you wouldn't arrive at your destination on schedule.<br />
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Let's just be thankful that we have another way of commuting. One that showcases the sin we made to our "beloved" Pasig River which has now become stinky and looked more like a dumping site for all kinds of waste. <br />
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<h2><a name="pasig river ferry bgc bus">BGC Shuttle Bus from Guadalupe Station to Bonifacio Global City</a></h2><br />
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The shuttle bus owned by BGC with its signage on its outer body has its own terminal just outside the Guadalupe Station. You will immediately see it even if the boat is still far from the station. It would be more convenient for you to use this bus in going to your destination inside BGC. The bus takes EDSA on its way to BGC Bus Terminal located in EDSA/McKinley/Ayala intersection, specifically at Shell Gas Station in the corner of McKinley and EDSA.<br />
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There are times that the bus stops over at this terminal to pick up passengers then proceed to BGC. Other times, you need to get off the bus and transfer to another bus. If you don't know what Bus Stop to alight inside BGC nearer to your destination, you can take a look at our directory of buildings and destination in BGC, just go to <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2012/02/commute-guide-to-buildings-attractions.html" target="_blank">Commute Guide to Buildings & Attractions inside BGC...</a><br />
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There are times that BGC Bus is not available. In that case take a jeepney to Market Market. Details below.<br />
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<b>To Market Market BGC</b> - across Guadalupe Station is jeepney queue. Ride one with "FTI C-5 Market" sign in the front and ask driver to drop you off at Market Market.<br />
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<b>To Pateros</b> - same jeepney queue, look for Pateros sign. Or go to Guadalupe Commercial Complex, the building attached to MRT-3 Guadalupe Station. At the back of the building is terminal of jeepneys bound for Pateros.<br />
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<b>To Pedro Gil Taft</b> - walk towards EDSA, the third road perpendicular to the left is where these jeepneys pass and they turn left onto JP Rizal which is the road where Guadalupe Ferry Station stands. The sign of these jeepneys are "Pedro Gil Taft Herran PRC Delpan."<br />
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<b>To Landmark Makati</b> - jeepneys with "Landmark" sign pass by in front of Guadalupe Ferry Station but they are always full. But one time, in an afternoon, I happened to flag down a "Landmark" jeepney, with only 2 passengers, right in the front of the ferry station. Try to walk away from the ferry station and wait for this jeepney in a part of the road where they can conveniently load passengers.<br />
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<h2><a name="mexico plaza station destinations">Destinations & Spots near to Mexico Plaza</a></h2><br />
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<b>Intramuros</b> is the destination itself on Mexico Plaza Ferry Terminal. But from Mexico Plaza, you can also get to South Harbor Pier, Manila Hotel and Rizal Park. Of course, you need to take a jeepney ride. Just read on and I will show you how.<br />
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Inside Intramuros, you can walk to the following:<br />
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<b>Manila Cathedral</b> - just follow the direction of the public jeepneys or if you don't want to hike just take one of them. The name of the main road through which jeepney pass is Soriano Ave. It's a bit wide compare to other roads inside Intramuros. You won't get lost if you just walk and take that road. Soon you get to see Manila Cathedral, on your left.<br />
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<b>Fort Santiago</b> - located just opposite Manila Cathedral and on the right hand side of Soriano Ave with you coming from Mexico Plaza.<br />
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<b>San Agustin Church</b> - located along Gen Luna St, the road next to Manila Cathedral. You need to hike from Manila Cathedral to get to San Agustin Church.<br />
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<b>Palacio del Governador</b> - huge building next to Manila Cathedral. You won't miss it, the signage is big.<br />
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<b>BF Condominium Intramuros</b> - just a stone's throw away from Mexico Plaza. You get to see it right away while walking along Soriano Ave and its signage is very visible, too.<br />
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<b>National Press Club</b> - located by the Pasig River along side Mexico Plaza. Just walk towards Jones Bridge. The signage that reads "National Press Club" is easily seen from the ferry as it approaches Mexico Plaza.<br />
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<b>Bureau of the Treasury</b> - is the building at the left of Soriano Ave immediately before Manila Cathedral.<br />
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<b>Bureau of Immigration</b> - is the building opposite Mexico Plaza station. You need to get around the building to be on its front.<br />
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<b>COMELEC</b> - located on the right of Soriano Ave before you get to Manila Cathedral.<br />
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Jeepneys headed to "Pier" or "Pier 15" pass right at Mexico Plaza. Take one of these jeepneys if your destination is listed below. The sign of the jeepney that you must ride must be any of the following: "Proj 6 Quiapo Pier", "Pagasa Quipo Pier", "Monument Sta Crus Pier", "Cubao Quiapo Pier."<br />
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<b>Pier</b> - just get off the jeepney in the exact location of your destination in the South Harbor.<br />
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<b>Bureau of Custom</b> - ask driver to drop you off there.<br />
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<b>Manila Hotel</b> - get off the jeepney before it turns left onto Burgos Ave from Bonifacio Drive.<br />
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<b>Manila Ocean Park</b> - walk from Manila Hotel towards Manila Bay.<br />
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<b>Rizal Park</b> - alight at Burgos Ave and walk to Rizal Park or Luneta.<br />
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If your destination is not in the list, you can use the comment form below to ask me.<br />
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<h2><a name="escolta ferry station destinations">Destinations & Spots near to Escolta River Ferry Station</a></h2><br />
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<b>Sta Cruz Church</b> - Ride a jeepney in front of the tall building which is AIC. It is located at the corner of Jones and Escolta, the road paralleled to Pasig River. The jeepney comes from Pier and stops at Sta Cruz Church on its way back to Pier.<br />
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<b>LRT-1 Carriedo Station</b> - If you're going to ride a train to your destination, use this train station. Take the same jeepney mentioned above that stops at Sta Cruz Church. Walk toward McArthur Bridge and look at your left, you will immediately see the train station.<br />
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<b>Carriedo</b> - If you're shopping and want to check out Carriedo Stalls and shopping centers, it's beneath Carriedo train station.<br />
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<b>Quiapo Church</b> - it is located at the other end of Carriedo Street which starts right beneath LRT-1 Carriedo Station. The church is easily seen from the train station.<br />
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<b>Post Office Building</b> - it is the magnificent building located at the opposite bank of the river. Use the Jones Bridge and walk towards it. Or you can ride a public jeepney and alight at the other end of Jones Bridge.<br />
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<b>Manila City Hall</b> - Go to the foot of Jones Bridge and cross Jones. Take a jeepney with any of these signs: "Pedro Gil", "Taft", "Mabini", "Baclaran", "Pasay Rotunda", "Manila City Hall", "SM City Manila". Alight at Manila City Hall. It's near so watch for it.<br />
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<b>SM City Manila</b> - located at the back of Manila City Hall.<br />
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<b>US Embassy</b> - The jeepney to ride must have a "Mabini" and "MH del Pilar" wordings on its signs. Ask driver to drop you off at US Embassy.<br />
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<b>Bay Walk/Roxas Blvd</b> - if your destination is located along Roxas Blvd, just take a jeepney with "Mabini" and "MH del Pilar" signs and get off the jeepney right at the spot nearer to your destination. For detailed directional guide in going to buildings and places along Roxas Blvd, go to <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2012/08/commute-roxas-blvd-bldgs.html" target="_blank">Commute To Roxas Blvd Buildings & Destinations Malate-Ermita Districts</a>.<br />
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<b>Lucky Chinatown Mall</b> - Read Route #7 of the article on how to commute to Lucky Chinatown Mall, just go to <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2012/04/how-to-commute-to-lucky-chinatown-mall.html" target="_blank">How To Commute To Lucky Chinatown Mall</a>.<br />
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<b>Divisoria</b> - Use the route (Route #7 of commuting to Lucky Chinatown Mall). But don't alight at Plaza Lorenzo Ruiz. Instead, wait until the jeepney takes Juan Luna St and traverse the whole road up to CM Recto Ave. Note: During peak hours, jeepneys cut their trips and the make detour. In that case get off the jeepney along Juan Luna and walk your way to Divisoria area.<br />
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<b>CCP Complex</b> - There's a CCP Complex shuttle that serve passengers to anywhere inside CCP Complex. First, cross Jones. That means, you must go to where Jones bridge ends and then cross the road. Ride a jeepney with either "Mabini MH del Pilar" or "Pasay Taft" secondary signs on both sides of its body aside from the main sign of its destination, i.e., "Baclaran", "Pasay Rotunda", etc. For next ride which is the CCP Shuttle, go to <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2010/12/how-to-get-to-ccp-or-cultural-center-of.html" target="_blank">How to get to CCP or Cultural Center of the Philippines Complex</a>. <br />
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<h2><a name="guadalupe ferry station destinations">Destinations & Spots near to Guadalupe Ferry Station</a></h2><br />
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<b>MRT-3 Gudalupe Station</b> - you can get to your destination along EDSA from this train station.<br />
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<b>BGC buildings & Bonifacio High Street</b> - you can go to your destination inside BGC from here. First, you need to ride the BGC Bus outside Guadalupe Ferry Station. For direction to your destination inside BGC, read <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2012/02/commute-guide-to-buildings-attractions.html" target="_blank">Commute Guide to Buildings & Attractions inside BGC</a>.<br />
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<b>Rockwell Center</b> - one jeepney ride from Guadalupe, just take the jeepney bound for Taft I mentioned above. Ask driver to drop you off there.<br />
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<b>A Venue</b> - you can go to A Venue Mall from Guadalupe Ferry Station by taking a jeepney with "Landmark" sign. It will pass right there. Or jeepney bound for Taft, alight at Makati Ave. Ride another "Ayala" jeepney and alight there.<br />
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<b>Robinson's Pioneer</b> - you can cross Pasig River via Guadalupe Bridge and be in Robinson's Pioneer in minutes, just on foot.<br />
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If you have any destination that you want to be given direction from Guadalupe Ferry Station, just use the comment section below.<br />
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<h2><a name="my opinion about pasig river ferry">What I saw and experienced on board Pasig River Ferry</a></h2><br />
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Earlier, I have pinpointed the elements that cause the delays of Pasig River Ferry from one station to another. With all those mentioned, I can say that Pasig River Ferry will not be on your side if you have your schedule cut-out and that you have to be on time for your appointment such as meeting, seminar, etc.<br />
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But if riding a Pasig River ferry boat is for purposes of jaunting in Intramuros or Escolta, going to either Manila Cathedral of Quiapo Church for a mass, dining in Chinatown, shopping in Carriedo among others, then the Pasig River Ferry is the ultimate means of transportation just to avoid the traffic and the jam packed trains. Another thing, I don't think that those salaried government employees from MMDA are happy to serve. Not all of them, though.<br />
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Well it happened on May 2, 2014. I arrived at Escolta Station around 2:40 pm to board the ferry which was still at dry run and riding is free. They didn't allow me to sign my name which is the SOP. I was told that last trip was 3:45 pm and they said I might not be able to get on board. In asserting myself I was given ticket. Lots of commuters arrived soon and were told the same, no ferry after 3:45 pm. Then someone from commuters side talked to a personnel and I heard something like, "Does Tolentino knows about this you're posting a 'Last Trip 3:45 pm' on your ticket window..." something to that effect. The guy continued and showed the departure schedules from Guadalupe and in soft voice he said that if those boat left Guadalupe at 3:45 pm then there are still ample time to fetch the people "here." Suddenly, they (MMADA manning the station) posted another piece of paper with a note that read "Last Trip 4:45 pm."<br />
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Another boat arrived for 4:45 pm schedule and all those who waited got on board. The question that's been boggling my head is "What if no one stood up among the commuters side and talked to those MMDA employees that's running the show?" "Who would have ridden the 4:45 pm trip to Guadalupe if that guy didn't speak up and those commuters just left the station?" Anyways, I happened to glance at a man wearing a shirt with MMDA printed on his back like the rest of his co-workers. He was talking to a woman and other companions outside the station. It seemed to me they were all related. Yes, they looked like a family and dressed up and all that.<br />
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<h2><a name="updates">Updates</a></h2><br />
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I will post updates about Pasig River Ferry in this section. At the moment, the free ride of Pasig River Ferry is extended. So, if you want some joy ride, get down your nearest station and hop in.<br />
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Lagalaghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05864024430417258801noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5030667113953452664.post-90079631125546168372014-04-02T18:38:00.000+08:002014-04-11T12:52:24.176+08:00Visita Iglesia Routes 2014<a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com" target="_blank">DirectionsOnWeb's</a> service which also provides yearly Visita Iglesia routes takes you to the summer capital. We have in our list seven Catholic Churches located in different parts of Baguio City. In giving this year's Visita Iglesia route which put all churches together in a sequence, I have taken into consideration the following factors: Your time - I know you are in a vacation but still would like to do penance so I arrange the route in best sequence I could create. Your energy - Since it's uphill and downhill roads there, I only suggest walk through the downhill but you can still walk your way on uphill roads, but I make sure that there are jeepney routes to take whenever you change your mind. Your last church - Baguio Cathedral is placed as the seventh church of our visita iglesia so that you will be immediately nearer to restaurants, fast foods, malls, etc right after your church visits. With this guide that I made, you don't need a map to get to each church. Simply follow the simple directions.<br />
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<h3>List of seven churches to visit in Baguio City during Holy Week</h3><br />
Baguio Cathedral aka Our Lady of Atonement<br />
Holy Family Church<br />
Immaculate Concepcion Parish Church<br />
Our Lady of Lourdes Parish<br />
Pink Sisters Convent<br />
Saint Joseph Bosco Parish Church<br />
Saint Joseph The Worker Church<br />
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<h3>Quick Glance of Visita Iglesia Routes</h3><br />
First destination is a church beautifully erected in a pastoral setting, making it an ideal place to visit this Holy Week.<br />
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As we return to the city, we would visit the church by the Burnham Park afterwhich we would go to two churches, respectively, in one route.<br />
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Back in Baguio Plaza, we will walk or take a jeepney to our fifth and sixth churches. You have two options here on which one would go ahead of the other. I will explain later in the directional guide. It depends on how you would want to go there - by ride or by walk.<br />
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Lastly, we will hop a jeepney and alight in front of Baguio Cathedral for our last church to visit.<br />
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<h3>Baguio City Visita Iglesia Routes & Directions</h3><br />
<b>First Church - Holy Family Parish Church</b><br />
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<h4>How to get to Holy Family Church</h4><br />
The route of jeepney that you must take in going to Holy Family Church is "Baguio Plaza-Bakakeng VV." The terminal is located at Burnham Park terminal which is situated right at the foot of stairs of the huge pedestrian overpass crossing Harrison Rd. It's just opposite Hotel Veniz and right beside Igorot Garden. Jeepneys there are headed to different directions. The Bakakeng bound jeepneys occupy the first slot which is nearer to pedestrian overpass and Harrison Rd.<br />
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You can ask the driver to drop you off there but to help you out, here's the tip: The jeepney takes Bakakeng Norte Rd which is at the other side of Marcos Highway. This means that the road after Marcos Highway is Bakakeng Norte. Holy Family Church is located at the other end of winding Bakakeng Norte Rd. But the jeepney will turn left onto a very downhill road perpendicular to Bakakeng Norte Rd. That's because majority of the locals are headed down there which is the community of the barangay. You must get off the jeepney before it goes down that downhill path. The downhill road is called Bakakeng Sur Rd. Their barangay hall is located at the corner of Bakakeng Norte Rd and Bakakeng Sur Rd. That means you are actually alighting at the barangay hall. You might as well tell the driver to drop you off at the barangay hall. Now on the ground, walk further along the extension of Bakakeng Norte and in a flash you'll see the church as it immaculately appears as if God suddenly painted a gate of His kingdom and turned it into reality for you to enter. It is just so amazing that after a winding and a bit of bumpy ride, you'll see a worship place that I might say different from it's surrounding structures. You'll feel solemnity in that area even as you approach the church and looking at it from the distance. The sign that reads "Holy Family Parish" is conspicuously erected before the church. You get to see it first.<br />
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<h4>How to return to Baguio Plaza</h4><br />
Baguio Plaza is what they refer to the city proper of Baguio. You will wait for the same jeepney that will be coming from below of Bakakeng Sur Rd. The jeepney makes U-turn down there and climbs up Bakakeng Sur on its way back to Baguio Plaza via Bakakeng Norte Rd. Wait at the corner or the Barangay Hall. There are also times that the jeepney that climbs Bakakeng Sur Rd stops at Bakakeng Norte to transfer the passengers it picks up below onto a waiting another jeepney near the barangay hall. Take a look if a jeepney is being filled up there and ride. If none, ride one that climbs from Bakakeng Sur.<br />
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<b>Second Church - Our Lady of Lourdes Parish</b><br />
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<b>Third Church - Saint Joseph The Worker Parish</b><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hfSSbVoHlwc/UzvD1A7T0kI/AAAAAAAAEbo/6cX_oTQA_y0/s1600/Saint+Joseph+the+Worker+Parish.png" alt="Saint Joseph the Worker Parish Church is at the corner Leonard Wood Rd and Pacdal Circle Rd" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hfSSbVoHlwc/UzvD1A7T0kI/AAAAAAAAEbo/6cX_oTQA_y0/s1600/Saint+Joseph+the+Worker+Parish.png" alt="Saint Joseph the Worker Church in Pacdal Circle is very near to Baguio Plaza just ride a jeepney bound for Liteng" /></a></div>Located at Pacdal Circle, you wouldn't have a hard time in getting to this church. It is in the same route as the fourth church. Here's how to get to St Joseph The Worker Church from Our Lady of Lourdes. Go back to Harrison Road by walking across Burnham Lake and Malvin Jones Football Ground. Note: There's an opening in the fencing of Burnham Park opposite Our Lady of Lourdes, you can use that gate and walk downhill to the park and walk by the side of the lake, cross Lake Dr, the road between Burnham Park and the football ground, walk across the field towards the stadium exit to Harrison Road. If the opening is closed, you can take Shanum St which leads to the pedestrian overpass that crosses Harrison Rd.<br />
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<h4>How to get to Saint Joseph The Worker Church</h4><br />
Cross Harrison Rd. Wait for a jeepney with "Baguio Plaza - Liteng" signs on its both sides and "Liteng' in the front. There are two ways these jeepneys serve the public - Express and Transfer. Express means once you ride in Harrison Rd, the jeepney will go all the way to Liteng. Transfer is my own word to describe it when this jeepney enters its terminal and stand in line with other jeepneys of this route. Here's a tip: This is how I done it when I got tired of walking. I asked the driver if he's "Express" and when he said "No", I requested to ride and would alight at the terminal, and he allowed me. Usually, Express has a lot of passengers on board while "Transfer" has a few if no passengers.<br />
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Assuming you need to transfer, this is what you do. The jeepney turns right onto Magsaysay Ave from Harrison. It drives past Session Rd and then turns right onto small street next to the corner of Session Rd and Magsaysay Ave. Actually it stops as soon as it enters so that all remaining passengers can alight. Get off the jeepney there and walk along Magsaysay Ave forward until you get to the next street where you will immediately see jeepney queues on both sides. The one in the front is "Baguio Plaza-Navy" and next to it is the "Baguio Plaza-Liteng" but usually you have to wait until one has arrived. There's also a barker assisting the passengers, pointing which "Liteng" jeepney is next in line. The jeepney from which you alighted a while ago gets around the buildings and line up with other jeepneys in the queue.<br />
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Once full, the jeepney turns right onto Magsaysay Ave and immediately turns right again onto the next street which is Gen Luna. After taking different uphill, downhill and winding road of Gen Luna, the jeepney turns left onto Leonard Wood Road where Gen Luna ends. It takes the whole stretch of Leonard Wood which ends in Pacdal Circle. The jeepney turns right onto Pacdal Circle and gets around it and then turns right onto the last exit road from the circle. You have two options of getting off the jeepney: at the corner of Leonard Wood and Pacdal Cirlce before the jeepney turns right or wait until the jeepney makes the complete pass in Pacdal Circle and alight as it turns right onto the exit road. If you alight at the corner of Leonard Wood Rd and Pacdal Circle, cross Leonard Wood and walk up ahead. The church is located at the other corner of Leonard Wood Rd and Pacdal Circle. If you alight after the jeepney has encircled the roundabout, you will immediately see the gate of St Joseph The Worker church.<br />
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<b>Fourth Church - Pink Sisters Convent</b><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-tb_bwR3684c/UzvG81RW9rI/AAAAAAAAEb0/GApevMX-S-s/s1600/Pink+Sisters+Convent.png" alt="You can go to Pink Sisters Convent by riding a jeepney with 'Baguio Plaza-Liteng' sign from Harrison Rd" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-tb_bwR3684c/UzvG81RW9rI/AAAAAAAAEb0/GApevMX-S-s/s1600/Pink+Sisters+Convent.png" alt="Pink Sisters Convent at Brent Wood Baguio City" /></a></div>The location of Pink Sisters Convent is along the route of "Baguio Plaza-Liteng" jeepneys. It is near the corner of Gen Luna and Leonard Wood where the jeepney have previously turned left on its way to Pacdal Circle. Leonard Wood and Gen Luna is a junction of three roads. The third road is Brent which is at the middle of the corner of Gen Luna and Leonard Wood. The road signs that read "Brent Rd" is conspicuously erected along Leonard Wood pointing to where it is located. Pink Sisters Convent is located at Brent Rd, a stone's throw away from the corner of Gen Luna and Leonard Wood. Get off the jeepney at Brent Rd road sign or anywhere near it and walk down this street. You will immediately see the sign of "Pink Sisters Convent." The church is located inside a compound hidden by trees. It's an exclusive surrounding there with big houses inside big compounds along both sides of Brent. The vicinity is fitted for the convent to be where it should be.<br />
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<h4>How to return to Baguio Plaza</h4><br />
Ride the same jeepney (Baguio Plaza-Liteng) and alight at Harrison Rd.<br />
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<b>Fifth & Sixth Churches - Saint John Bosco Parish & Immaculate Concepcion Church</b><br />
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I will present to you two ways of getting to these churches - by jeepney rides or by merely walk. Some of us observe Holy Week by doing some penances, don't we? The most popular among them is walking either barefoot or with slippers/shoes on. Doing this partly during Visita Iglesia in Baguio City would be quite an experience.<br />
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<h4>Walk</h4><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Kuwni8Uc98k/UzvK99_5cBI/AAAAAAAAEcA/-FHbjI2cxvI/s1600/st+john+bosco+or+don+bosco+parish+baguio.png" alt="You can go to Saint John Bosco Parish from Baguio Plaza by riding a jeepney with 'Baguio Plaza-Trancoville' sign" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Kuwni8Uc98k/UzvK99_5cBI/AAAAAAAAEcA/-FHbjI2cxvI/s1600/st+john+bosco+or+don+bosco+parish+baguio.png" alt="Don Bosco Church in Baguio can be reached by a jeepney ride with 'Baguio Plaza-Trancoville' sign" /></a></div>If you're going to walk, then do not alight from "Baguio Plaza-Liteng" jeepney that you have ridden from Pink Sisters Convent at Harrison Rd. Wait until the jeepney reach its terminal or if it's Express alight once the jeepney turns right onto Gen Luna. Walk the entire stretch of Magsaysay Ave forward from there all the way to its other end where a rotunda with sculpture at the center is located. Don't look for any landmark. Just remember its a rotunda with sculpture at the middle. Also Saint Louis University is located at the corner of Magsaysay Ave and the road on the right of the rotunda onto which you're going to turn. That road is Bonifacio St. Turn right onto Bonifacio St but you must at the left side because you will go down the road that slopes down from the left of Bonifacio. Just remember, after turning right onto Bonifacio from Magsaysay Ave, immediately go down the road that goes downhill from the left of Bonifacio St. That road is called Rimando Road. You can read the road sign at the junction - take the direction of Rimando written on the road sign.<br />
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In downhill Rimando, immediately turn left onto the perpendicular road. You might think that Rimando Rd goes straight and the road perpendicular to its left is another street. But actually the perpendicular road is the continuation of Rimando Rd. That's why all jeepneys would also turn left onto that road that swerved to the left. Walk down the sloping Rimando past Baguio Church of Christ/Phil Bible College (right hand side of Rimando) until you get to the first 4-way intersection or a crossroad. There's a 7-eleven store at the left corner of this intersection. The road that crosses Rimando is Manuel Roxas St. Turn left onto Manuel Roxas St and walk down the whole stretch up to the location of your fourth church - Saint John Bosco Parish also known as Don Bosco Catholic Church. Here's how to locate it. Just remember, from Rimando Rd, walk along Manuel Roxas St past the only one perpendicular road to the right of Manuel Roxas St. Because the next road perpendicular to the right of Manuel Roxas is the uphill road that goes to Saint John Bosco Church aka Don Bosco. There's also a dilapidated sign that reads "Don Bosco" and an arrow sign at the corner of Manuel Roxas and the uphill road to Don Bosco Church. You will immediately see the church as you climb the road.<br />
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After your church visit at Don Bosco, go back to Rimando the way you came to Don Bosco. Now, continue your walk along Rimando Rd which from this point on is in uphill direction. It easy to locate the next church. Just remember that the uphill Rimando Rd you're climbing now is in straight line with very slight of swerving. The moment Rimando Rd makes a sharp right turn or it swerves to the right in 90 degrees, at the end of that road is the Immaculate Concepcion Church, exactly before Rimando turns left again.<br />
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After your visit at the sixth church which is Immaculate Concepcion on this Baguio Visita Iglesia with walk route, you would probably opt to ride a jeepney in going to the last church that would complete the seven churches. Don't worry it would be very easy to take a jeepney to your seventh church. But before that let me guide you on how to go to your fifth and sixth churches by jeepney rides.<br />
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<h4>Ride</h4><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-hG5xLF1lqpI/UzvPjzDKRoI/AAAAAAAAEcM/UGnRJ-Xp4vA/s1600/Immaculate+Concepcion+Parish+Aurora+Hill+Baguio.png" alt="Immaculate Concepcion Parish - you can get here from Baguio Plaza by riding a jeepney with 'Baguio Plaza-Aurora Hill' signboard along Harrison Rd" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-hG5xLF1lqpI/UzvPjzDKRoI/AAAAAAAAEcM/UGnRJ-Xp4vA/s1600/Immaculate+Concepcion+Parish+Aurora+Hill+Baguio.png" alt="Immaculate Concepcion Church Baguio is one jeepney ride from Harrison or Session Rd" /></a></div>As I have said, you will take "Baguio Plaza-Liteng" jeepney from Pink Sisters Convent. The jeepney will pass through Harrison Rd again. Alight anywhere in Harrison Rd then wait for another jeepney. This time the jeepney route that you must take is "Baguio Plaza-Aurora Hill VV."<br />
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Like "Baguio Plaza-Liteng" jeepneys, "Baguio Plaza-Aurora Hill" jeepneys pass through Harrison Rd. So, just go to a loading area along Harrison Rd and ride an Aurora Hill bound jeepney. If you are nearer to any intersection of Harrison Rd, i.e., Cladio St and Mabini St, wait for traffic lights to turn red and ride a "Baguio Plaza-Aurora Hill" jeepney that stops in red signal. Just tell the driver that your destination is Immaculate Conception Church or "Simbahan ng Immaculate Concepcion." It takes the whole route of walking direction that I have mentioned earlier. But with this jeepney ride, you wont stop at Manual Roxas. Let the jeepney take Rimando Rd all the way to Immaculate Church, that would be your fifth church this time. Just remember, after the downhill direction of Rimando Rd, it will go uphill after crossing Manuel Roxas. And after an almost straight line, Rimando will make a sharp right turn. You must alight at the end of the road after that sharp right turn. You will immediately see Immaculate Concepcion Parish Church there. A big sign that reads "Immaculate Concepcion Parish" is attached to the building at the corner.<br />
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After your visit at Immaculate Concepcion, ride a jeepney with the same route. There are lots of them at the opposite lane of Rimado Rd. Alight at the corner of Manuel Roxas St. Ride another jeepney that turns left onto Manuel Roxas from Rimando Rd. The route of the jeepneys that serve Don Bosco Church from city proper is "Baguio Plaza-Trancoville VV." That's the sign of jeepney you must ride. Ask driver to drop you off at Don Bosco Church or count the perpendicular roads to the right of Manuel Roxas. The second perpendicular road is where you must alight. Once there, walk uphill to get to the church.<br />
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Going back to Immaculate Concepcion walk route, either walk down the Rimando Rd until you get to Manuel Roxas or ride a jeepney with "Baguio Plaza-Aurora Hill" sign and alight at Manuel Roxas for your next ride to your seventh and last church.<br />
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<b>Seventh Church - Baguio Cathedral</b><br />
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If your sixth church is Immaculate Concepcion Parish, ride a jeepney from there. The sign of jeepney is "Baguio Plaza-Aurora Hill." Alight at the corner of Manuel Roxas St and ride a "Baguio Plaza-Trancoville" jeepney.<br />
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After passing through series of downhill and uphill winding roads, the jeepney will pass by the Baguio Cathedral right before it turns left onto the busy and wider Session Road. You will see the cathedral at the right before the corner of Session Rd. The name of that small one way downhill road in front of Baguio Cathedral is Fr Carlu St. Just look at the right of the road always so that you get to see the cathedral once the jeepney gets on that area.<br />
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Now, you have completed your Visita Iglesia in Baguio. Enjoy your vacation in the summer capital. For directional guides to the popular attractions of Baguio, go to the following articles:<br />
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<a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2014/03/Commute-Guide-Dinosaur-Island-Baguio.html" target="_blank">How to get to Dinosaur Island & Holy Land</a><br />
<a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2011/04/how-to-commute-to-baguio-citys-tourist.html" target="_blank">How to Commute to Baguio City's Tourist Spots</a><br />
<a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2012/04/how-to-commute-to-tam-awan-village-from.html" target="_blank">How to Commute to Tam-Awan Village from Baguio City</a><br />
<a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2012/04/strawberry-picking-what-to-do-in-la.html" target="_blank">Strawberry Picking: A What to do in La Trinidad</a><br />
Lagalaghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05864024430417258801noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5030667113953452664.post-91078915481142307232014-03-31T00:33:00.000+08:002017-03-11T17:45:48.827+08:00How to get to Dinosaur Island & Holy LandTwo newest attractions for vacationists and tourists arriving at Baguio City have opened their doors to the public. From now on, visiting the summer capital wouldn't be complete without setting foot on the 32-hectare major attraction built on a mountain side of Tuba, Benguet, kilometers away from Baguio City, where Dinosaur Island and the Holy Land are found. The Dinosaur Island Baguio is home to different species of giant reptiles that lived in our planet million of years ago. <b>Dinosaur</b>, many of them, you'll find them in Baguio Tourist Spots outside the city. Meanwhile, the Holy Land or Holy Land, a cloistered maze of biblical places sits next to dinosaur land. In this article, provided are directions on how to go to Dinosaur Island from Baguio City by jeepney as well as driving your car from Manila to the exact location of these new Baguio Tourist Spots.<br />
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I have to remind you this early that going there by jeepney is easy. The bad news is - returning to Baguio City is not that easy. But you will like it if you're fond of taking off-the-beaten paths. Or should I say hike your way 1 kilometer of uneven road to the highway, under the scorching sun, where it takes forever before a jeepney from different location arrives and let you ride in.<br />
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<h3>How to see Dinosaurs from bus en route to Baguio City from Manila?</h3><br />
You must be sitting by the window at the right side of the bus. The bus should be taking Marcos Highway. In Benguet, the bus passes through the tunnel and then it takes the viaduct from which you can have unobstructed view of these giant monsters and be dazzled at the mere sight of dinosaurs that stand in different spots of the mountain slope afar. <div class="insidemobilepost"><script async src="//pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js"></script><br />
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</div>The interesting thing is you're trying to make out the dinosaurs which are not in an enclosed museum but out in an open sprawling side of mountain covered with woods. That kind of gives you the feel of time travel to <b>Jurassic Period</b>.<br />
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<h3>How to get to Dinosaur Island and the Holy Land by car from Manila?</h3><br />
Since these new attractions are located kilometers away before you reach Baguio City travelling from Manila by car, it is practical on your part specially for fuel economy to make a detour and visit the spot first. After all, seeing those extinct giant reptiles back from the dead is worth a detour.<br />
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Here's how to get there: After passing through the only tunnel of Marcos Highway, you will be taking a viaduct. That would be your landmark. At the end of that viaduct is a fork located at the opposite lane of Marcos highway. That means you're going to make a U-Turn anywhere past the concrete barriers towards the end of the viaduct. As soon as you are past all those concrete barriers at the left hand side of the viaduct, carefully make a U-Turn. Ideally, it's better to make the U-Turn farther from the end of the viaduct so that you'll have time to scan the view from afar. Anyways, there's a big signage and logo of Dinosaur Island located at the fork (see photo above.) Drive onto that fork which runs under the viaduct. Follow that road until you get to the uphill road left side of the main road you're taking. Make another U-turn to take that uphill road that leads to the parking lot, and of course, the site of Dinosaur Island as well as the Holy Land. Friendly reminder: Oncoming buses are speeding fast, be careful in making U-Turn.<br />
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<h3>How to commute to Dinosaur Island & Holy Land from Baguio City?</h3><br />
The fare is 17 pesos as of this writing. The jeepney to take has the route of "Baguio Plaza-Badiwan-Tuba-Benguet" and the signage in the terminal reads "Badiwan-Tuba." <div class="insidemobilepost"><script async src="//pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js"></script><br />
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</div>There are four terminals of jeepneys that served Tuba. But the jeepneys that take passengers to Dinosaur Island is the one located in this terminal which is situated at the corner of Otek and Shagem streets. The terminal is right in front of Mister Donut.<br />
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<h4>How to locate this terminal from different parts of Baguio City?</h4><br />
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From Session Rd - Walk downhill towards Magsaysay Ave where Maharlika Livelihood Complex is located. Use the pedestrian overpasses and go down at the stairs beside the building of Veniz Hotel. Walk along the left side of that road which is extension of Harrison Rd and then turn left onto the next street which is Shagem. Walk down Shagem St till you get to the corner of Otek St where Mister Donut is at the corner and the terminal at its frontage.<br />
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From Burnham Park - Exit the park at the Shanum St gate where across it Rizal Park is located. Climb up Rizal Park at its right side. Turn right onto the next street where United Church of Christ in the Philippines is located at the corner. That street is Otek. Walk down Otek St up to next corner where you will immediately see Mister Donut. The terminal is there.<br />
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From Harrison Road - Basically, you're just going to walk down the left side of Harrison Rd cross Magsaysay Blvd and turn left onto the next street which is Shagem. But because there are these interconnected pedestrian overpasses, use them and go down at Veniz Hotel, walk further and turn left onto Shagem St, walk along Shagem up to the next corner where terminal is located.<br />
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From Baliwag Grill - If you could see Baliwag from the distance, it's much easier to use the street next to it. That is Shagem St. Enter that road and walk to the next corner where the terminal is located at the right corner in front of Mister Donut.<br />
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The jeepney takes Marcos Highway flyover and traverse the whole stretch of Marcos Highway up to where the viaduct starts. It takes the fork at the right and traverse the road under the viaduct. Then it will take the uphill road that goes up to the exact location of Dinosaur Island and the Holy Land.<br />
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<h3>How to get back to Baguio City from Dinosaur Island?</h3><br />
You would thought that jeepneys from Baguio City arrive in regular intervals. But when I got there, it's been already two hours and no jeepneys on the sight. On the third hour of waiting, I decided to hike the path through which the jeepney I boarded had passed.<br />
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I'm sharing this to you today so that you won't get shocked if it happens to you. Maybe it's the timing. But if it does happen, just make the most out of it and enjoy the view. Because that is not all you have to endure.<br />
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The jeepney that passes by the highway takes forever to arrive. I mean you have to be very very patient while you wait. And because it's summer, the weather of the summer capital doesn't apply especially at past 3 pm. It is really hot out there.<br />
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The good news is - the jeepney will definitely arrive. It stops by the highway shoulder even if no one is alighting. The assumption is there are always passengers waiting at the area to board a jeepney bound for the city.<br />
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My tip is to have some of you get sheltered at the waiting shed next to "Badiwan Store" that you get to see as soon as you arrive in the highway while one of you is at the road side watching for the jeepney's arrival.<br />
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That's because what I had noticed was when a jeepney arrived and pulled over, locals crossed the highway and got on board. As for me, I ran fast from where I sheltered, a spot way too far from where jeepneys stop.<br />
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Hope you find this guide helpful and that you enjoy your trip to Dinosaur Island as well as the Holy Land.Lagalaghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05864024430417258801noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5030667113953452664.post-90761344107968167292014-03-21T20:10:00.000+08:002014-03-21T20:10:20.067+08:00How to get to Old Navy in Bonifacio Global CityOld Navy's first store in the Philippines is found in Bonifacio High Street. The international brand of clothing and accessories which is so popular in the United States has chosen a strategic location in Bonifacio Global City, stone's throw away from Market Market.<br />
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<h3>Exact Location of the Old Navy</h3><br />
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It is located in 11th Ave in Bonifacio High Street facing Fully Booked. Old Navy is at the back of Seda building. Together with Fully Booked, Old Navy is the first store in Bonifacio High Street eastern end.<br />
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<h3>Directions to Old Navy</h3><br />
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<b>From Market Market</b> - just get inside the passageway at the middle of Serendara opposite Fiesta Market. Pass through up to 11th St and you'll immediately see the big building of Old Navy.<br />
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<b>From The Fort Bus Stop</b> - which is the second bus stop of BGC "West Route" from its terminal in EDSA McKinley (opposite Ayala Ave), walk back 7th Ave, make left. Cross 30th St until you get to Bonifacio High Street. Go right. Walk further inside High Street, cross 9th Ave until you get to 11th Ave where Old Navy is at your left now.<br />
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<b>From Track 30 or 30th St BHS Bus Stop</b> - which is the second bus stop of "East Route" bus from BGC bus terminal in EDSA, walk to 9th Ave and make right. Walk along 9th Ave until you get to BHS (Bonifacio High Street). Go left in BHS, walk further until you get to the Old Navy, at your left.<br />
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<b>From SM Aura Premier</b> - just take McKinley Pkway, the road paralleled to the elongated SM Aura. Cross 26th St and walk further until you get to the middle of Serendra, make left and walk to 11th Ave.<br />
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<b>From BGC Bus Terminal in Market Market</b> - cross 11th Ave from Fiesta Market, the open-air dining retail and dining destination in front of the Market Market mall. Walk up to 11th Ave where you will see Old Navy to the right of Bonifacio High Street.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh22L1dObFqm8jO51z5xgjjHdQzV2DIswua8YdH8fdrnN7nHfgrWLahnQv9fEiw4wx7fpou04xp4lZ9zTvUAmhMGYZzMRuB5xeXULoWnsUoFZgoVjPimDd98VD9zJd-KWXknZ-UAFcMl3BN/s1600/Old+Navy+Philippines.jpg" alt="Old Navy opens March 22 2014 in Bonifacio High Street Taguig" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh22L1dObFqm8jO51z5xgjjHdQzV2DIswua8YdH8fdrnN7nHfgrWLahnQv9fEiw4wx7fpou04xp4lZ9zTvUAmhMGYZzMRuB5xeXULoWnsUoFZgoVjPimDd98VD9zJd-KWXknZ-UAFcMl3BN/s1600/Old+Navy+Philippines.jpg" alt="Old Navy outlet located in Bonifacio High Street" /></a></div>Lagalaghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05864024430417258801noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5030667113953452664.post-66892912129661424362014-02-26T21:24:00.000+08:002014-02-26T22:26:00.797+08:00How To Get To The Buildings Along Buendia From LRT Gil Puyat StationThis article will guide you on how to get to your building destination located along Gil Puyat Ave formerly known as Buendia from LRT-1 Gil Puyat Station which is located in Taft Ave corner Gil Puyat in Pasay. The sign of the jeepney you must ride is either "Guadalupe" or "Bel-Air MRT.".<br />
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From LRT Gil Puyat Station, go to any loading area along Gil Puyat. You can cross Taft Ave (use pedestrian crossing only) then go to loading area near 7-11 store. Or you ride a jeepney while the traffic lights are red for Gil Puyat Ave. Please observe traffic rules. You may walk a little bit from Taft intersection to ride if boarding is prohibited near Taft.<br />
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The jeepney will cross Osmena Highway (with flyover above it) followed by PNR railways. Get off the jeepney before it crosses Osmena to go to <b>Cash & Carry</b> or <b>SM Hypermarket Osmena Highway</b>. Cross Gil Puyat, walk along Osmena to get to Cash&Carry. Do not cross Buendia, just turn right onto Osmena Highway and walk toward SM Hypermarket located at the corner of Finlandia and Osmena.<br />
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Get off the jeepney after it crossed Osmena and PNR railways if your destination are any of the following:<br />
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<b>The Linear Makati</b> - located at the corner of Malugay and Mayapis. Cross Gil Puyat and walk along Mayapis, the road paralleled to railways. The condo is at next corner.<br />
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<b>The Collective</b> - just walk from The Linear along Malugay, The Collective is next, at your left.<br />
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<b>Avida Towers Makati West</b> - is along Malugay also, walk past The Collective and you'll see the condo right away.<br />
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If your destination are the following, do not cross Gil Puyat after you get off the jeepney:<br />
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<b>Citiland Makati Executive Tower 3</b> - the building located right where your alight.<br />
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<b>Citiland Makati Executive Tower 2&1</b> - are located next to each other at the back. Walk along Mayapis and turn left at the next street which is Dela Rosa.<br />
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<b>Citiland Dela Rosa Condominium</b> - next to Citiland Makati Executive Tower 1.<br />
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<b>Makati Gospel Church</b> - between Citiland Makati Executive and Citiland Dela Rosa.<br />
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Next unloading area is Washington, the road perpendicular to Gil Puyat. Alight there if your destination is located at Washington St. Cross Gil Puyat from Washington if your destination is either <b>LPL Bldg</b> or <b>Grepalife Bldg</b> which are next to each other opposite Wahington Washington St.<br />
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Next intersection with traffic lights is Chino Roces Ave formerly known as Pasong Tamo. Get off the jeepney at Chino Roces if your building destination are any of the following:<br />
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<b>Exportbank Plaza</b> - also known as Export Bank Plaza, located exactly at the corner of Gil Puyat and Chino Roces. It's the tall building.<br />
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<b>McDonald's</b> - located opposite Exportbank Plaza, opposite corner of Gil Puyat and Chino Roces.<br />
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<b>Center Point</b> Bldg - next to McDonald's along Chino Roces. The signage at the building spells Centrepoint Bldg.<br />
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<b>Jaka</b> - next to Centerpoint along Chino Roces opposite corner of Export Drive/Urban Ave.<br />
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<b>Oriental Garden Makati</b> - next to Exportbank Plaza along Chino Roces.<br />
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<b>Comfoods Bldg</b> - located opposite McDonald's, corner of Gil Puyat and Chino Roces. Cross Gil Puyat and cross Chino Roces.<br />
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<b>Centro Escolar University</b> - next to Comfoods along Gil Puyat.<br />
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<b>STI College</b> - next to McDonald's along Gil Puyat.<br />
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<b>West of Ayala</b> - the tall building past STI College.<br />
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<b>Burgundy Corporate Tower</b> - next to West of Ayala.<br />
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Next intersection with traffic lights is Ayala Ave. Get off the jeepney before it crosses Ayala Ave if your destination are any of the following:<br />
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<b>Aegis Peoples Support Center</b> - corner of Ayala and Gil Puyat.<br />
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<b>Makati Central Post Office</b> - opposite Aegis People's Support along Buendia. Cross Buendia/Gil Puyat to get there.<br />
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<b>Philippine Axa Life Center</b> - the tall glass and concrete building next to Makati Central Post Office.<br />
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<b>Skyland Plaza</b> - next to Philippine Axa Life Center, located at the corner of Tindalo St.<br />
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After the jeepney has cross Ayala Ave intersection, here are buildings along Gil Puyat Ave that you can get to:<br />
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<b>RCBC Plaza</b> - the skyscraper at the corner of Ayala Ave and Gil Puyat Ave aka Buendia.<br />
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<b>Yuchengco Museum</b> - located at RCBC Plaza, either get in Gil Puyat entrance or walk along Ayala Ave to get there. It is next to Yuchengco Tower.<br />
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<b>The Columns Ayala Ave</b> - opposite corner or left of Gil Puyat, that means you will cross Buendia.<br />
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<b>One Central</b> - next to RCBC Plaza along Gil Puyat, located at the corner of Buendia and the small road next to Ayala.<br />
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<b>FEU Makati</b> - opposite of One Central, cross Buendia to get there.<br />
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If your destination are any of the following, wait until the jeepney has crossed Ayala Ave and passed the road between RCBC Plaza and One Central. Walk to any of these buildings:<br />
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In this order from One Central,<br />
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<b>Trident</b><br />
<b>Planters Bank</b><br />
<b>Eastern Telecom Plaza</b><br />
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At the opposite side of Gil Puyat are:<br />
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<b>BIR Revenue Region 8</b><br />
<b>GYNOSIS Int'l Learning Center</b><br />
<b>Pag-ibig Fund Makati - Justine Bldg</b><br />
<b>Star Centrum</b><br />
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Next intersection is Tordesillas. Get off the jeepney before it pass Tordesillas if your destination are any of these:<br />
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<b>Le Triomphe</b> - next to Eastern Telecoms.<br />
<b>Mondragon House</b> - next to Le Triomphe.<br />
<b>Le Metropole</b> - next to Mondragon House.<br />
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The following buildings are located between Tordesillas and Makati Ave, right side only of Gil Puyat Ave. The buildings are listed below in the order of their locations from the corner of Tordesillas and Makati Ave. So if your building destination are somewhat in the middle of the list, you must adjust yourself on where to get off the jeepney so that you get near the building. Please observe rules in loading and unloading areas to avoid any inconveniences.<br />
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<b>Shang Salcedo Place</b><br />
<b>Elizabeth Place</b><br />
<b>The World Centre</b><br />
<b>GF & Partners Bldg</b><br />
<b>ACT Tower</b><br />
<b>Country Space 1</b><br />
<b>Soho Makati</b><br />
<b>Salcedo Park</b><br />
<b>The Church of Christ of Latter Day Saints</b><br />
<b>Petron Mega Plaza</b> (Norwegian Embassy)<br />
<b>BPI Buendia Center</b><br />
<b>Pacific Star Bldg</b><br />
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The following buildings are located at the left side of Gil Puyat from Tordesillas to Makati Ave. This means you will cross Gil Puyat. You must use pedestrian lane to avoid inconveniences. Alight at proper unloading area only. For your reference, the buildings are listed in order of their positions from Tordesillas to Makati Ave so that if your building destination is near Makati Ave, alight at Makati Ave, cross Gil Puyat and walk back toward your building.<br />
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<b>Mapua Institure of Technology</b> - corner of Gil Puyat and Nicanor Garcia<br />
<b>Yupangco Bldg</b> - other corner of Gil Puyat and Nicanor Garcia<br />
<b>ITC Bldg</b><br />
<b>This one is an abandoned building</b><br />
<b>Metro House</b><br />
<b>Union Ajinomoto</b><br />
<b>Morning Star Center</b><br />
<b>OPPEN Bldg aka Welding Industries of the Philippines</b><br />
<b>Another abandoned building</b><br />
<b>New Solid Building</b><br />
<b>Employees Compensation Commission</b><br />
<b>SSS or Social Security System</b><br />
<b>DTI or Department of Trade & Industry</b><br />
<b>Petron Gas Station Gil Puyat</b><br />
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Next intersection after Makati Ave is Paseo de Roxas. There are only two buildings at the right side of Gil Puyat on that area. I will update this if a building is constructed there. So, get off the jeep and walk to:<br />
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<b>DBP or Development Bank of the Philippines</b> - corner of Gil Puyat and Makati Ave.<br />
<b>Metrobank Plaza</b><br />
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The following buildings are located at the left side of Gil Puyat from Makati Ave to Paseo de Roxas. Get off the jeepney at the proper unloading area, cross Gil Puyat Ave and walk toward your building. If your building is near Paseo de Roxas, alight at Paseo de Roxas, cross the road and walk back toward your destination.<br />
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The buildings are listed below in order of their locations from Makati Ave to Paseo de Roxas:<br />
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<b>Executive Building</b><br />
<b>NAPOLCOM</b><br />
<b>SM CyberOne</b><br />
<b>DTI International</b><br />
<b>Goldland Building Herbalife</b><br />
<b>ECB Bldg BDO Paseo de Roxas</b><br />
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The only building between Paseo de Roxas is:<br />
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<b>Medicard Lifestyle Center</b><br />
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To get there, get off the jeepney before it crosses Paseo de Roxas or alight after it crosses Paseo.<br />
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The following buildings are located at the left side of Gil Puyat Ave from Paseo de Roxas to EDSA. If your building destination is nearer to Paseo de Roxas, alight after the jeepeny has crossed Paseo de Roxas, cross Gil Puyat Ave and walk toward your building. If your building destination is nearer to EDSA, get off the jeepney at unloading zone near to EDSA, cross Gil Puyat and walk toward your building.<br />
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<b><i>Important:</i></b> Some jeepneys with "Bel-Air" sign turn left onto Paseo de Roxas and then turn right onto Jupiter, the road paralleled to Gil Puyat. Jupiter is at the back of the buildings listed below. So, if your jeepney takes Jupiter, you can alight anywhere along Jupiter. If that is the case, then get off the jeepney at the right location of your building destination and enter your building at its back entrance, all of them has back entrances.<br />
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<b><i>Tip:</i></b> If your building destination is one of the buildings listed below, it would be better if you ride a jeepney that would take or pass through Jupiter on its way to EDSA or MRT Buendia Station. "Guadalupe" bound jeepneys don't take Jupiter. Only jeepneys with "Bel-Air" signs take Jupiter St. Not all of them take Jupiter, so it's better if you ask the driver if he's passing through Jupiter.<br />
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For your reference, the buildings are listed in the order of their location from Paseo de Roxas to EDSA/MRT-3 Buendia Station:<br />
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<b>Saville Building</b><br />
<b>DTI Board of Investments</b><br />
<b>387 Used Auto Center</b><br />
<b>Tara Building</b><br />
<b>ALCO Building</b><br />
<b>Goodwill Building</b><br />
<b>Accelerando Building</b><br />
<b>Buendia Car Exchange</b><br />
<b>ENZO Building</b><br />
<b>Midland Buendia</b><br />
<b>Urban Building</b><br />
<b>PDAF Building</b><br />
<b>SM CyberTwo</b>Lagalaghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05864024430417258801noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5030667113953452664.post-8163021961247854372014-02-17T18:02:00.000+08:002014-02-19T13:00:55.249+08:00Skyway Stage 3 Construction Begins<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-AlKIpCCGzME/UwHXy7us33I/AAAAAAAAEYY/r2NOMwxWAsw/s1600/Skyway+Stage+3+Construction+On+going.png" alt="Skyway State 3 construction starts" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-AlKIpCCGzME/UwHXy7us33I/AAAAAAAAEYY/r2NOMwxWAsw/s1600/Skyway+Stage+3+Construction+On+going.png" alt="Metro Manila Skyway 3 Starts" /></a></div>The much awaited construction of 14.8 km Metro Manila Skyway Stage 3 Project which will link up NLEX to SLEX in an unobstructed way begins Monday Feb 17, 2014. An ultimate remedy to the perennial problem of our metropolis in easing up the traffic, the P26.7 billion infrastructure project will end patching up different kinds of band-aid solutions our government has tried for years now but with no or little effect. Finally, we can see light at the end of the tunnel, so to speak.<br />
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<h4>Alternate Routes</h4><br />
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Alternate routes are either perpendicular or paralleled artillery roads to SLEX with others intersecting it. You can avoid the bottleneck by taking one of these thoroughfares while MMDA still plans in adding rerouting schemes. As of this writing, the alternative routes available are the following: FB Harrison, Leon Guinto, Macapagal Blvd, Pedro Gil, Pres Quirino, Roxas Blvd, Taft Ave and Singalong.<br />
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<h4>Fencing</h4><br />
Although the full blast construction of Skyway 3 is scheduled to start this April, two southbound inner lanes and the center island will be fenced 10 pm today. Center island will be moved a little bit to equal the number of lanes in southbound and northbound directions. Once the center island is already moved, it will be used for the pillars of the elevated highway. No trees will be cut, they'll be undergone a process in which they will be taken care of and transplant back again once the project is complete. <br />
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Digging inside the fenced center of the affected part of Osmena Highway which starts from Vito Cruz will not happen yet. MMDA will observe the level of effect on the flow of traffic and make necessary adjustment. Alternative routes will be added depending upon the gravity of effect on the volume of traffic caused. Once the created flow of traffic is manageable, works will proceed immediately. And if the traffic becomes so serious, they'll add more alternate routes.<br />
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<h4>Initial Phase</h4><br />
The area which will be the center of the works of the initial phase of construction measured around 300 meters. It starts from Vito Cruz and works progress up to San Andres.<br />
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<h4>Skyway Stage 3 when finished</h4><br />
It spans 14.8 kilometers from where it connects to the old Skyway up to Balintawak. It passes through the highly dense areas of Metro Manila and it snakes its way above different connected main thoroughfares. From Makati, it winds and ends in Balintawak passing through Buendia, Quirino, Nagtahan, Aurora Blvd, E Rodriguez, Quezon Ave and Sgt Rivera, in that order. Driving to Makati from NLEX would be in a breeze. Traveling time from Alabang to Bulacan and vice versa will be greatly reduced. Meanwhile, below the newly constructed Skyway, buses, jeepneys and taxis pass through without any gridlock. Each intersection that the jeepney you're riding in approaches has no standstill traffic. Waiting for a go signal is very brief. Not to mention the aesthetic aspects of shaded ground level roads embellished with different kinds of foliage and ornaments in different spots. This project is very auspicious, it catapults Metro Manila to the spot occupied by Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur in city planning.<br />
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<h4>Sacrifice Sought</h4><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-5XnfetHLKSo/UwHZjUXFroI/AAAAAAAAEYs/3ajFIrIwJ68/s1600/Skyway+3+construction+starts+in+Osmena+Highway.png" alt="Skyway Stage 3 Construction" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-5XnfetHLKSo/UwHZjUXFroI/AAAAAAAAEYs/3ajFIrIwJ68/s1600/Skyway+3+construction+starts+in+Osmena+Highway.png" alt="Skyway 3 route and where to pass" /></a></div>All good things in life has corresponding price. You couldn't have a professional career if you didn't go to school. You don't make a living if you don't work. In progress, it's all the same.<br />
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The Skyway is not intended to benefit private car owners only. It is designed for the benefits of students, jeepney drivers, taxi drivers, professional workers as well as blue collars. Once the flows of traffic in the city streets that crisscrossing President Osmena Highway and all the thoroughfares beneath the elevated highway are lessen, public commuters will spend less time commuting. They'll arrive at their destination on time. Be it your school or work, you would arrive there without stress. You don't need to wake up early to make up for the traffic of commute. Jeepney drivers would definitely increase their income because they'll increase number of passing through their routes without traffic. Skyway 3 project is for the entire Filipino nation. Kudos to DPWH!Lagalaghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05864024430417258801noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5030667113953452664.post-45981315086332305452014-02-15T20:25:00.000+08:002017-07-09T19:09:23.145+08:00How To Commute To Tagaytay's Tourist SpotsIn this article are not only directions on <b>how to get to Tagaytay's tourist spots</b>, but a section for locating <b>Tagaytay Hotels</b>, as well. For budget travelers, <b>cheap hotels in Tagaytay</b> are almost everywhere there. Tagaytay is popular for the breathtaking views of the picturesque Taal Volcano which is visible from almost any vantage point in the city. But more attractions came out and this city in the highlands of Cavite instantaneously becomes a tourist magnet that attracts even the locals of northern part of Metro Manila. Thanks to The Sky Eye. Here's how to get to Tagaytay and the next ride to take in going to some of attractions there. <b>Hotels in Tagaytay</b> is our last subtopic. You can easily locate a hotel in Tagaytay using each provided <b>Tagaytay map</b>. So read the attractions' directions first. After that, the shortcuts to accommodations.<br />
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</div><h3>This Commute Direction Guide shows you...</h3><br />
how to go to Sky Eye<br />
how to go to Sky Ranch<br />
how to go to Picnic Grove<br />
how to go to Eco-Adventure Trail<br />
how to go to People's Park<br />
how to go to Puzzle Mansion<br />
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<h3>How To Commute To Tagaytay From Metro Manila</h3><div class="inpost-responmobi"><style>
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</div>The most convenient way to get to Tagaytay is via South West Integrated Terminal. If you don't know the location of Southwest Integrated Bus Terminal and how to get there, please go to <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2013/06/Integrated-Bus-Terminal-Coastal.html" target="_blank">Integrated Bus Terminal for Batangas & Cavite Buses</a>.<br />
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Take a bus with "Tagaytay" sign. You can also ride a "Mendez" or a "Nasugbu" signed bus. Your drop off point in Tagaytay City is Olivarez Terminal. Get off the bus there. Olivarez Terminal is located at the city proper of Tagaytay. It is the location of jeepneys headed to different spots of Tagaytay. Olivarez Terminal is located before the famous Tagaytay Rotonda. There are lots of commercial buildings, banks, retail shops, food stalls, fast foods and restaurants.<br />
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Once in Olivarez Terminal, you can easily get to Tagaytay's popular attractions by means of jeepney rides plus maybe a trike. So, without further ado, here are the directions:<br />
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<h3>How To get To Sky Ranch and Sky Eye?</h3><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ZzQ_qQ7-7JY/Uv9NyMZMlpI/AAAAAAAAEWw/4t5IBgTlA6M/s1600/Sky+Eye+Tallest+Ferris+Wheel+in+the+Philippines.png" alt="The tallest Ferris Wheel in the Philippines is in Tagaytay City Sky Eye located inside Sky Ranch" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ZzQ_qQ7-7JY/Uv9NyMZMlpI/AAAAAAAAEWw/4t5IBgTlA6M/s1600/Sky+Eye+Tallest+Ferris+Wheel+in+the+Philippines.png" alt="Sky Eye the tallest Ferris Wheel in the Philippines" /></a></div>The sign of jeepney to ride in going to both Sky Ranch and Sky Eye is any of the following: Mahogany, Alfonso, Mendez, NBI. You don't need to go to the main terminal of these jeepneys as they stop and load passengers at the southbound lane of Emilio Aguinaldo highway, the lane where you alighted from the bus that you would have ridden from South West Integrated Terminal. But if you have decided to have some fast meal at any food establishments located at Olivarez Terminal, then you must cross Emilio Aguinaldo highway again to take one of these jeepneys.<br />
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<h4>Same Location</h4><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LQydqlVzeL8/Uv9OwCzQ5aI/AAAAAAAAEW4/mh7EZYMNV1w/s1600/skyranch+unloading+area+for+commuters.png" alt="Ride a jeepney at Olivarez Terminal and get off the unloading area opposite the big sign of Sky Ranch" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LQydqlVzeL8/Uv9OwCzQ5aI/AAAAAAAAEW4/mh7EZYMNV1w/s1600/skyranch+unloading+area+for+commuters.png" alt="It's easy to commute to Sky Ranch just take a jeepney in Olivarez Terminal" /></a></div>Sky Ranch and Sky Eye is located at the same location. To avoid confusion, Sky Eye is actually one of many attractions of or within Sky Ranch. There are just so much hypes about Sky Eye that make us think it is a separate destination. You can easily determine you are nearing the Sky Ranch because you will surely see the giant Ferris Wheel, the tallest in the Philippines, which is the Sky Eye itself even if the jeepney you're riding is still far. You will be dropped off at the side road opposite Sky Ranch giant marker.<br />
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</div><h3>How To Get To Picnic Grove and Eco-Adventure Trail?</h3><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UZ0ab2Blzus/Uv9SeAYxZHI/AAAAAAAAEXE/XmSgJK68drE/s1600/Picnic+Grove+huts+overlooking+Taal+Lake+and+volcano.png" alt="Ride a jeepney bound for People's Park and get off at Picnic Grove" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UZ0ab2Blzus/Uv9SeAYxZHI/AAAAAAAAEXE/XmSgJK68drE/s1600/Picnic+Grove+huts+overlooking+Taal+Lake+and+volcano.png" alt="You can commute to The Picnic Grove by one jeepney ride at Olivarez Terminal" /></a></div>Picnic Grove and Eco-Adventure Trail are situated next to each other and perched in the sloping wide expanse of land and forest of Tagaytay mountainous land. How to go there? Head to Olivarez Jeepney Terminal and ride the jeepney bound for or with sign of "People's Park". There's a big signage of Picnic Grove at the right side of Tagaytay-Calamba Road where the Picnic Grove is located. Nevertheless, ask the driver to drop you off there. Once dropped off, walk your way up to the site of the Picnic Grove.<br />
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<h4>Things to do in Picnic Grove and Eco-Adventure Trail</h4><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-K1Io29sekKM/Uv9Tw4zyDlI/AAAAAAAAEXQ/A14qDpqb_IU/s1600/Hanging+bridge+in+Eco-Adventure+Trail+Picnic+Groove+Tagaytay.png" alt="Hanging bridge Picnic Grove Eco-Adventure Trail Tagayatay" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-K1Io29sekKM/Uv9Tw4zyDlI/AAAAAAAAEXQ/A14qDpqb_IU/s1600/Hanging+bridge+in+Eco-Adventure+Trail+Picnic+Groove+Tagaytay.png" alt="The hanging bridge of Eco-Adventure Trail Picnic Grove Tagaytay" /></a></div>The recommended exploring of these two major destinations if I were to be asked is to first have an enjoyable picnic at one of the many huts of the Picnic Grove while enjoying the breathtaking view of Taal Volcano. Have some photo shoots. And after your stomach has digested all you have eaten, begin your adventure of Eco-Adventure Trail. You will definitely enjoy the trail as you walk and follow the directions of the interconnected wooden bridges as the trail snakes its way through the woods and ravines. Jump-off point of the boardwalk is just a few feet away from the Picnic Grove. The highlight of the trail is the hanging bridge which is a little bit heart pumping to cross.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mcaK74fKc3c/Uv9WXrTmghI/AAAAAAAAEXo/zEjDTqS9tJI/s1600/zipline+in+Eco-Adventure+Trail+of+Picnic+Grove+Tagaytay.png" alt="Zip line Picnic Grove Eco-Adventure Trial Tagaytay" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mcaK74fKc3c/Uv9WXrTmghI/AAAAAAAAEXo/zEjDTqS9tJI/s1600/zipline+in+Eco-Adventure+Trail+of+Picnic+Grove+Tagaytay.png" alt="Zipline in Eco-Adventure Trail Tagaytay" /></a></div>As the trail climbs up in zigzag boardwalk, you will be passing by the launch pad of the zip line that you would have been seeing a long while. As you finished the trail, climb up the uphill opposite end of the Eco-Adventure Trail. Waiting for you above is the viewing deck which will give you great vantage points of the entire panorama of Taal Lake and the volcano. Other things to do in and around Picnic Grove are: horseback riding, cable car riding, boat riding, souvenirs shopping, etc.<br />
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<h3>How To Get To People's Park in the Sky?</h3><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-KiGoPaD9mI0/Uv9XXT2AqRI/AAAAAAAAEXw/gu8kKvoiMTg/s1600/People's+Park+in+the+Sky+Tagaytay.png" alt="Ride a jeepney with People's Park sign at Olivarez jeepney Terminal" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-KiGoPaD9mI0/Uv9XXT2AqRI/AAAAAAAAEXw/gu8kKvoiMTg/s1600/People's+Park+in+the+Sky+Tagaytay.png" alt="Commuting to People's Park is a breeze by jeepney from Olivarez Terminal" /></a></div>People's Park in the Sky is located at tip of a mountain where the route of the jeepney you will have ridden in going to Picnic Grove ends. Simply take "People's Park" signed jeepney at its terminal in Olivarez Terminal. The jeepney unloads the passengers just outside of the unfinished building intended to be a palace in the sky which is now known as "People's Park in the Sky."<br />
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<h4>What to see in People's Park</h4><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2yam2kv6NV7v3Ofb4SMz9tXcQGlZUT6z4qWk_rfiSX7PSDt1O00SjaZKa7PoUyNSvl6tM8n7exSlY0kE78pCFILe_LbvW43j6NSspF3cIL2GiLzCqTn8THtJac7KZOdI2bdVhVDm6neKi/s1600/Cloistered+garden+and+mini+chapel+at+People's+Park+Tagaytay.png" "People's Park offers majestic view plus the garden chapel and more" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2yam2kv6NV7v3Ofb4SMz9tXcQGlZUT6z4qWk_rfiSX7PSDt1O00SjaZKa7PoUyNSvl6tM8n7exSlY0kE78pCFILe_LbvW43j6NSspF3cIL2GiLzCqTn8THtJac7KZOdI2bdVhVDm6neKi/s1600/Cloistered+garden+and+mini+chapel+at+People's+Park+Tagaytay.png" alt="The great panorama of People's Park is the lowland with villas that looked like miniature" /></a></div>Magnificent view of the lowlands resplendent with verdancies and dotted with colorful villas. With the winding highway that looks like a car toy road curved in the mound and the tiny vehicles passing through it, the sight would pass for a grand miniature that you are looking down at. Getting inside the old unfinished structure, you get to see a cloistered garden where some travelers hangout and chat. A mini chapel and a statue of Jesus Christ stand at the edge overlooking the zigzag road. There are souvenir shops, an eatery and a variety store. For call of nature, comfort rooms are located near the garden. <br />
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<h3>How To Get To Puzzle Mansion</h3><br />
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</div>It is way too far from the highway. Once you got off the jeepney at Radar Taas, take a trike at their terminal that you would immediately see in the area. Your destination? Of course, "Puzzle Mansion."<br />
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Alternatively, you can wait for Puzzle Mansion free shuttle.<br />
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<h4>Reminders</h4><br />
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</div>Puzzle Mansion is for kids as it is very educational. But if you are an adult, I'm afraid you would not appreciate it. The museum where the largest jigsaw puzzle collection is housed looked like an exhibit of large pictures and images in frames except they are actually jigsaw puzzles in photo frames. Each jigsaw is so neat that you would think that they've just been sliced but not actually undone to be fitted again. Like when you buy a small jigsaw puzzle and it's still in its plastic packaging and it is not yet opened. But the subjects of photography are great. You will see iconic and legendary figures such as The Mona Liza among others. There are also the scale models of New York, London, Chicago, etc.<br />
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Php 100.00 entrance fee is expensive. They should charge Php 50.00 only. Why? First, the going rate of entrance fees in major destinations of Tagaytay is only fifty pesos, including the Sky Ranch. Second, Puzzle Mansion is located in a far flung area that even driving a car to get there is arduous, a lot of bending narrow alleys going up and down, endless thoughts of you have already arrived in its location only to realize that you are still too far. Lastly, the very steep decent of the road that leads to its exact location. When I was there and about to pay, I overheard a head of the family asking "Pati driver my bayad?" in a somewhat disgruntled yet joking tone of voice.<br />
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<h3>Tagaytay Hotels</h3><div class="inpost-responsive"><style>
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</div>In taking a vacation to Tagaytay in budget, the key is to avoid online hotel bookings. Even if you type <b>cheap hotels in tagaytay</b>, search results will populate your browser with expensive hotels. Now if you have big amount of pocket money that you can afford Php 7k a day hotel, go book online. <b>Tagaytay hotels</b> are all-over. From as high as Php 8,000 to as low as 1,400. Now in the 3 maps below are <b>hotels in Tagaytay</b>. But the third one doesn't display a particular one because, in that area located are neighborhoods where 'homestays' signs are displayed outside houses sometime in a year. Now if it happened that a space is available when you get there, you are lucky because their cost is lower than the standard cheap hotels in Tagaytay. Problem is you will not see them all the time. The sign is removed once a place is taken. If that happens, the best part of Tagaytay is near the rotunda as it is nearer to terminals of jeepneys headed to different attractions in Tagaytay. Look at each map and see how numerous hotels are in Tagaytay. First map is populated by cheap standard hotels, second map displays first class hotels in Tagaytay, and the third map is where from time to time in a year homestay accommodations are available.<br />
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In this first Tagaytay map are <b>cheap hotels in Tagaytay</b>.<br />
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Our second <b>Tagaytay map</b> displays expensive <b>Tagaytay hotels</b>.<br />
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In the third map is Emilio Aguinaldo Highway where homestays are available from time to time. The location is kilometers away before Tagaytay City proper and will be passed by bus from Manila so watch for that area when your nearing Tagaytay.<br />
<div class="google-maps"><iframe src="https://www.google.com/maps/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3869.004407480311!2d120.9542373040333!3d14.135838349793133!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x33bd79c6545c56b7%3A0xbb9c87aed9c38a83!2sAmadeo%2C+Cavite!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sph!4v1465573573201" width="600" height="450" frameborder="0" style="border:0" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>Lagalaghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05864024430417258801noreply@blogger.com20tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5030667113953452664.post-41830649309300360412014-01-23T16:34:00.000+08:002017-03-04T15:57:38.494+08:00How To Commute To Legazpi City's Tourist SpotsDuring my first ever travel to Legazpi City, I meticulously study commuting and walking directions to some of the popular attractions and destinations in this vibrant city as well as the outlying town of Daraga where the picturesque Daraga church is located. The following are the attractions that given directions in this article:<br />
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Albay Park & Wildlife - <a href="#what to see in albay park & wildlife"><i>what to see here</i></a><br />
Cagsawa Ruins - <a href="#cagsawa belfry and souvenirs in cagsawa ruins"><i>what to see here</i></a><br />
Daraga Church - <a href="#view of daraga church and mayon volcano"><i>what to see here</i></a><br />
Embarcadero de Legazpi - <a href="#what to see in embarcadero de legazpi"><i>what to see here</i></a><br />
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Ligñon Hill Nature Park - <a href="#adventure activities and what to do in lignon hill"><i>what to see here</i></a> <br />
Plaza Rizal - <a href="#what to see in plaza rizal legazpi city"><i>what to see here</i></a><br />
St Gregory The Great Cathedral - <a href="#what to see around st gregory the great church"><i>what to see here</i></a><br />
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<div class="mobileShow">Albay Park & Wildlife - <a href="#what to see in albay park & wildlife"><i>what to see here</i></a><br />
Cagsawa Ruins - <a href="#cagsawa belfry and souvenirs in cagsawa ruins"><i>what to see here</i></a><br />
Daraga Church - <a href="#view of daraga church and mayon volcano"><i>what to see here</i></a><br />
Embarcadero de Legazpi - <a href="#what to see in embarcadero de legazpi"><i>what to see here</i></a><br />
Ligñon Hill Nature Park - <a href="#adventure activities and what to do in lignon hill"><i>what to see here</i></a> <br />
Plaza Rizal - <a href="#what to see in plaza rizal legazpi city"><i>what to see here</i></a><br />
St Gregory The Great Cathedral - <a href="#what to see around st gregory the great church"><i>what to see here</i></a><br />
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Albay Park & Wildlife - <a href="#what to see in albay park & wildlife"><i>what to see here</i></a><br />
Cagsawa Ruins - <a href="#cagsawa belfry and souvenirs in cagsawa ruins"><i>what to see here</i></a><br />
Daraga Church - <a href="#view of daraga church and mayon volcano"><i>what to see here</i></a><br />
Embarcadero de Legazpi - <a href="#what to see in embarcadero de legazpi"><i>what to see here</i></a><br />
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Ligñon Hill Nature Park - <a href="#adventure activities and what to do in lignon hill"><i>what to see here</i></a> <br />
Plaza Rizal - <a href="#what to see in plaza rizal legazpi city"><i>what to see here</i></a><br />
St Gregory The Great Cathedral - <a href="#what to see around st gregory the great church"><i>what to see here</i></a><br />
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I thought that it would be more informative if I provide you with details on what to expect in each of these spots, what are the reasons that you might want to go to each of the attractions listed above. To know them, just click the link <a href="#what to do and see in Legazpi City"><i>what to see here</i></a> opposite a destination name. You will land in another location of this article. After reading the information there and seeing some pictures taken on a particular destination, just hit the button found below the last pic that says 'Back' which will return you back here.<br />
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In travelling to Legazpi City, I opted for land travel as it is cheaper. I took a Philtranco airbus, an express and with toilet on board. The beauty of airbus aside from its convenience and fast travel, compare to regular air-con buses, is - it departs Manila (Cubao or Pasay Terminals) only at night. Just push the button of your seat to recline it and go to sleep comfortably as the seats can be reclined widely because airbus is only 27 seater, it's so spacious. But not all seats are comfortable. Read my Tip #1 on choosing a seat for a more comfortable airbus travel. All valuable tips from yours truly are written below this article. Moving forward, once you're on a comfortable sleep, you won't notice time passes and before you know it, you will have arrived in Legazpi City. The 11 hour journey is shortened because of your good night sleep on your comfortable reclined airbus seat.<br />
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My directions start right as soon as you get off the bus in Legazpi City Central Bus Terminal. So, if it is your first time in going there, this guide would come in handy.<br />
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The first thing, you might want to do as soon as you set foot in Legazpi City is to have a breakfast, right? I have created a separate paralleled post entitled <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2014/01/What-
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From the bus that you have ridden, take the exit of the elongated terminal building located at the middle. Once you are outside of the bus terminal, Mount Mayon is clearly seen from afar if the sky is clear. To your right at the short distance is a big building with sign that reads Metro Legazpi. Head towards that building. As a budget traveler, you might skip trike ride and walk instead, as I did. Read Tip #2 at the bottom of this article.<br />
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Metro Department Store is actually a part of the big mall called Pacific Mall and also known as Gaisano Mall. It's a huge landmark building and as such it's the only building recognizable from Ligñon Hill, next to Embarcadero which is farther. Get inside the mall then exit to the opposite end which is the frontage. In front of the entrance/exit of the mall, across the street called Imperial St, is Dream Inn Cafe, a decent place to stay. <div class="insidemobilepost"><script async src="//pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js"></script><br />
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</div>Now that we're talking about places where you can stay while in Legazpi City, I have created a separate post that discussed all types of places where you can stay - from a full service hotel to 3-star and down to the low budgeted ones. Just go to <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2014/01/Cheap-
Hotels-Lodgings-In-Legazpi-City.html" target="_blank">Where To Stay In Legazpi City</a>.<br />
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<strong>Familiarization</strong><br />
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The first spot that you must be familiar of in Legazpi City is the intersection of Rizal St and Quezon Ave where a roundabout or rotunda is located and this monument (photo above) is erected. You can get to any directions from there, by walk, jeepney and the free e-jeepney shuttle to and from Embarcadero. See map below and read the direction below it.<br />
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<strong>How To Get To Embarcadero de Legazpi City</strong><br />
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<i>By Free E-Jeep Ride</i><br />
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The loading/unloading area for e-jeep free shuttle to Embarcadero is located at the Rizal St & Quezon Ave rotunda, specifically along Rizal St few meters away from Quezon Ave. There's no sign. Rizal St is one way on that area and the e-jeep shuttle turns left from Quezon Ave. All you need to do is to wait there and there's a BDO bank near the spot where the e-jeep drops and picks up passengers. For the schedule of e-jeepney, please refer to the photo above.<br />
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<i>By Public Jeepney<i></i></i><br />
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First, walk towards rotunda monument, turn right onto Quezon Ave and walk further to the junction of Quezon Ave and Lapu-Lapu St, a Y-intersection where public jeepneys pass through. Your landmark there is Legazpi Tourist Inn, with its sign located at the corner. The jeepneys turn right from Lapu-Lapu St to Quezon Ave. Ride a jeepney with "Embarcadero" sign in its front and "Daraga Legazpi City" on both sides. If there's no Embarcadero sign, you must ask the driver if he will go straight there because some of them cut their trip by turning left onto Penaranda St. Refer to the map below and read additional information below it.<br />
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<i>By Walking</i><br />
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Actually, you are already near to Embarcadero once you are in Lapu-Lapu Quezon Ave Y intersection. Embarcadero is located where Quezon Ave ends. All you need to do is walk further along Quezon Ave, just walk past Lapu-Lapu St until you see the arch or gate of Embarcadero. In the arch is also a sign that reads Legazpi Blvd because the road is continued as Legazpi Blvd and it is built along the elongated complex of Embarcadero.<br />
<div class="google-maps"><iframe src="https://www.google.com/maps/d/embed?mid=1L4_gozYPjXstYeLX8bTgc_nF_M4" width="640" height="480"></iframe></div><p class="mobileShow"><i><b><font color="red">Important:</font></b></i> You're on <b>mobile</b>. Please pinch-out the map to zoom in. Drag the map by tapping a finger and move to any direction. Tap each red pin to reveal more information.</p><i>In the map you will see Imperial St where you walk from Pacific Mall. You turn left to Bicol 630 (Rizal St), the road in the map where you see a downward arrow which indicates that traffic is one way toward south. The unloading/loading waiting area for e-jeep is at the southwest corner of Bicol 630 (Rizal St) and Quezon Ave and remember that it's along Bicol 630 side near BDO. The e-jeepney shuttle will take the one way part of Bicol 630/Rizal St which is only down to Lapu-lapu St where the e-jeepney will make a sharp left to take the one way northward Lapu-Lapu St. The e-jeepney then turns right onto Quezon Ave on its way to Embarcadero. For public jeepneys, walk past e-jeep loading/unloading area, turn right onto Quezon Ave and walk southward along Quezon Ave until you get to Lapu-Lapu where jeepneys turn right onto Quezon Ave from Lapu-Lapu St. To get to Embarcadero on foot, just continue walking along Quezon Ave past Lapu-Lapu St until you see Embarcadero past Legazpi Blvd arch.</i><br />
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<strong>How To Get To Embarcadero de Legazpi From Any Point Of Rizal St?</strong><br />
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Rizal St is a long city street that runs from west to east. It connects Daraga to Legazpi City. If your point of origin, like your hotel is located along Rizal St, that is already two way, it means you might be in the far area. If that is the case, in going to Embarcadero, you must take a jeepney that plies the route of Daraga - Legazpi and there must be a sign that reads "Embarcadero" at the front of the jeepney. The jeepney makes a U-Turn after dropping off and picking passengers at Embarcadero and it heads back to its point of origin.<br />
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<strong>How To Get To Daraga Church?</strong><br />
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<i>From Embarcadero de Legazpi City</i><br />
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Go to the jeepney stop at the north entrance of the building. North entrance is the one nearer to Quezon Ave and the city proper. Take a jeepney with "Daraga Legazpi City" sign. Alight at Daraga Municipal Bldg. It's a long ride and the jeepney passes by Legazpi City Hall and Albay Capitol where Saint Gregory the Great is also located. You will know that you are in Daraga once you enter a busy town with lots of commerce going on after a journey of less buildings and houses. Once there you can ask the driver to drop you off at "Munisipyo" or the Daraga Municipal Hall. You will immediately see concrete stairs at the left side of the Municipal Bldg. The photo below shows Daraga Municipal Hall and the stair that goes up to Daraga Church. Use that stair. Once at the top, walk uphill and there is the majestic Daraga Church that made picturesque by the Mayon Volcano as its jow-dropping backdrop. To go back to Legazpi City later, use the same stair, cross Gen Luna, the road where you alighted before, enter the small alley opposite the stairs and go to the other road paralleled to General Luna. That street is Rizal St and it's one way towards Legazpi City. General Luna is also one way which served as the opposite lane of Rizal St. The jeepney from Legazpi turns right to another street from Rizal St and then turns left onto Gen Luna where Municipal Hall is located. Now take a jeepney to Legazpi City. <i>Note:</i> There's also a stair nearer to the church that goes down to the right side of Daraga Municipal Hall.<br />
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<i>From Ligñon Hill and Albay Park & Wildlife</i><br />
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Outside the gate or entrance of either Ligñon Hill Nature Park or Albay Park & Wildlife, wait for a jeepney with "Loop 1" or Loop 2" sign on its front. Note: Don't cross the road. If you cross the road, you will be back to Legazpi City proper. Just wait at the side of the road where the nature park and wildlife are situated. After traversing areas of woods and trees, the jeepney will enter the town as indicated by commercial buildings and establishments. This time the jeepney takes Rizal St from Ligñon Hill. Ask driver to drop you off at Ninoy Aquino Park. At the right side of Ninoy Aquino Park is an alley or small road. Enter that road and walk up to the paralleled road which is Gen Luna where you will immediately see Daraga Municipal Hall and on its right side is the stairs that lead to Daraga Church. To get back to Legazpi City, go to the same spot where you alighted earlier and then ride another "Daraga Legazpi City" route jeepney.<br />
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<i>From Imperial St cor Rizal St or Quezon Ave Rizal St Rotunda</i><br />
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Along the one way Rizal St cor Imperial St, wait for a jeepney with "Daraga Legazpi City" on its both sides and on its front. Read direction given at direction from Embarcadero to know where to get off the jeepney in Daraga.<br />
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<i>From Pacific Mall</i><br />
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In front of the mall entrance where you exit, there is a terminal of jeepneys bound for Daraga. Ask the driver if he will pass by Daraga Municipal Hall. If he does, then follow the direction previously mentioned, above.<br />
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<strong>How To Get To Ligñon Hill Nature Park and Albay Park & Wildlife?</strong><br />
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The jump off point to the top of Ligñon Hill Nature Park is next to the gate of Albay Park & Wildlife along the road called Binitayan Rd through which the jeepneys from city proper passes on its way to Daraga. To avoid confusion, this route is different from the one via Rizal St. The jeepney turns right from Legazpi-Daraga diversion Rd to Binitayan which is a Y intersection. You will first see the building of Legazpi City Jail with its sign seen from the distance, which is situated exactly after the jeepney turns right to Binitayan Rd from Daraga-Binitayan Diversion Rd. Remember that it is not a sharp turn. It is just a Y intersection as the diversion road leads to airport tower control tower. The sign of jeepney that you must ride is "Loop 1" or "Loop 2" which is attached to the windshield. The terminal or loading area is located along Peñaranda St near corner or before Rizal St (intersection). You must patiently wait for this jeepney as there might be none when you get there. The "Loop" jeepney will either go straight to Lignon Hill or it will transfer you to a waiting vacant jeepney on another terminal along the way. Read Tip #3 so that even without the driver's assistance you can alight at the exact location of either Albay Park & Wildlife or Ligñon Hill Nature Park.<br />
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<strong>How To Locate The Jeepney Bound For Ligñon Hill?</strong><br />
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<i>From Embarcadero de Legazpi</i><br />
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If you're riding e-jeepney, you will get off at Rizal St-Quezon Ave rotunda as I have mentioned already earlier in the post. The terminal of e-jeepney in Embarcadero is located at the opposite or south end of Embarcadero. From inside ground level, walk past Puregold and exit the building and wait for e-jeepney to arrive. Once you've gotten off the free shuttle in Rizal St, cross Quezon Ave and walk along the extension of Rizal St. Walk past Magallanes St, the road perpendicular only to the left side of Rizal St until you get to the crossing or intersection of Penaranda. Cross Penaranda to the other corner and wait for the Loop 1 or Loop 2 jeepney.<br />
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<i>From any point along two way Rizal St and the one way Lapu-Lapu St</i><br />
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The jeepney that you would take might pass by Embarcadero de Legazpi to drop and pick passengers. Don't alight at Embarcadero. Stay on-board. If the jeepney you're in doesn't go to Embarcadero, it will turn left onto Penaranda St. If you're riding a jeepney that comes from Embarcadero, the jeepney will traverse Elizondo St and it will cross the intersection of Rizal St. You must get off the jeepney at Rizal St. Cross Elizondo and walk along Rizal St until you get to the next crossroad which is Penaranda St. Wait for the "Loop 1 or 2" jeepney along Penaranda St at the left corner side Rizal St. If you're riding a jeepney from any point of Rizal St, get off at exact location of the Loop jeepney terminal if the jeepney doesn't go to Embarcadero and turns left instead onto Penaranda St. The jeepneys that turns left onto Penaranda St pass by Loop terminal and cross Rizal St. See map below and read additional information below it for more detailed directions.<br />
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<i>From Imperial Street</i><br />
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Let's say you will be coming from Pacific Mall and you walk down Imperial St toward Rizal St, or you have a fast snack in Dunkin' Donut located at Imperial St cor Rizal St, and you will be going to Ligñon Hill Nature Park for some adventure. Just walk along Rizal St toward the rotunda, cross Quezon Ave and walk further along Rizal St past road perpendicular to the left of Rizal St (Magallanes) and the next crossing is Penaranda St. Cross Penaranda St and wait for a "Loop 1" or "Loop 2" jeepney at the area where they pick up passengers. See map below and read additional information.<br />
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<strong>How To Get To Cagsawa Ruins</strong><br />
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"Polangui" is the sign of the jeepney that you must take in going to Cagsawa Ruins. You will see this word on both sides of the jeepney and on its front. The jeepney drops and picks passengers at Embarcadero jeepney stop. So, if you are in Embarcadero, just go to the jeepney stop and wait for this jeepney to arrive. You can also take Polangui bound jeepey along the entire stretch of Rizal St. In Daraga, you can ride one along the road to which all jeepneys from Legazpi City turn right from Rizal St because the other side or extension of Rizal St is one way toward Legazpi City. From Ligñon Hill Nature Park or Albay Park & Wildlife, take a "Loop 1" or "Loop 2" jeepney and once in Daraga, do not get off at the one way Rizal St. Once the Loop jeepney turns left onto the road back to Ligñon Hill Nature Park, get off the jeep and wait for Polangui bound jeepney. Just ask driver to drop you off at the unloading area nearer to Cagsawa Ruins. Once there, you can either take a trike or walk your way to Cagsawa Ruins. There are signs that point to Cagsawa Ruins.<br />
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<strong>How To Get To S t Gregory The Great Cathedral?</strong><br />
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As I have already mentioned earlier, jeepneys with "Daraga-Legazpi" and vice versa route pass through the area at which St Gregory The Great church is located. Whether you're current location is Legazpi City (e.g., Embarcadero, Rizal St-Quezon Ave rotunda, Imperial cor Rizal St, etc) or Daraga, all you need to do is to ride a jeepney with "Daraga-Legazpi City" signs on its left and right body sides.<br />
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I have already mentioned earlier that you can take "Daraga-Legazpi" jeepney as your second ride from Ligñon Hill Nature Park and Albay Park & Wildlife. So, if you are in any of the two destinations, just follow directions mentioned earlier.<br />
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You will immediately see the church in front of you if the jeepney you're in comes from Legazpi City proper because the church is located where Rizal St turned right. Visually, the church is on the middle of the road as the jeepney approaches. If the jeepeny is from Daraga, it will pass through the left side of the church, then you should see the frontage of the church as the jeepney turns right and before the road turns left again right at the gate of the church. Besides, the area is full of local government institutions, i.e., Legazpi City Hall, Albay Capitol, plaza, etc. Please see map below.<br />
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<strong>How To Get To Plaza Rizal</strong><br />
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Hope by now, you have the reasons in going there, since it's not much of a traveler's haven if not for the surrounding institutions, e.g., church, cinemas, and other establishments that I have mentioned when you click <i>what to see here</i>. Public jeepneys that turn left onto Peñaranda St from Quezon Ave after turning right from Lapu-lapu st pass by Plaza Rizal. If the jeepney comes from Embarcadero, it will take Elizondo St which is paralleled to Peñaranda St. Here's how to get to Plaza Rizal:<br />
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<i>From Daraga and St Gregory The Great Cathedral as well as two-way Rizal St</i><br />
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Ride a jeepney with "Daraga-Legazpi City" sign. If the jeepney turns left onto Peñaranda, wait until it crosses Rizal St (first intersection). Look to your left and get off the jeepney as soon as you see the park. San Rafael Church is just opposite the park in Peñaranda St which is to your right. If the jeepney you're riding goes first to Embarcadero to drop off and pick up passengers there, wait until it makes U-turn back to city proper. It will take Elizondo and will cross intersecion of Rizal St (as you can see on the road sign). Get off the jeepney as it reaches the next road which is Aguinaldo St. Cross Elizondo and walk down Aguinaldo St until you get to the corner of Peñaranda St. San Rafael Church is to the right corner of Peñaranda and Aguinaldo. Opposite the church is Plaza Rizal.<br />
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<i>From Ligñon Hill Nature Park and Albay Park & Wildlife</i><br />
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As I have already mentioned earlier, the sign of jeepney to take is either "Loop 1" or "Loop 2." It will take Peñaranda St in going back to Daraga via Binitayan Rd where Ligñon Hill and Albay Park are situated. You must cross Binitayan Rd, then wait for a jeepney headed back to Legazpi City. It will stop at Peñaranda St cor Rizal to pick up passengers. Just get off the jeepney at Rizal St, then cross Rizal St and walk along Peñaranda St until you see Plaza Rizal on your left and opposite the park is San Rafael Church.<br />
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<i>From Imperial St and the rotunda of Rizal St and Quezon Ave intersection</i><br />
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This is for those coming from Embarcadero via free e-jeepney shuttle and those coming from Imperial St different spots like Pacific Mall, Metro Dept Store, Hong, 101 Shopping Mall or if your hotel is located there. After you get off the e-jeepney at its stop in Rizal St cor Quezon Ave, cross Quezon Ave and walk down Rizal St. From Imperial St cor Rizal St, just walk along Rizal St toward the rotunda monument and cross Quezon Ave to take Rizal St again. Now in Rizal St past Quezon Ave, walk further until you get to Magallanes St which is only perpendicular to Rizal St. Turn left onto Magallanes and walk until you get to Plaza Rizal which is to your right. You will immediately see SilverScreen Entertainment Center once you get there. See map below and read information below it for more vivid directional guide.<br />
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<a name="what to see in albay park & wildlife"><strong>Albay Park & Wildlife</strong></a><br />
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It's a ranch with a lagoon and some park features with your regular wildlife animals in captivity. It would attract kids but if you are a zoo lover with an eye for expanse steppe in a very tiny scale setting and a bit of forest on the side, you might like to check it out. There are these small huts where you can take a break especially if it's noon time when you get there and tired at that, not bad if you've got a pack of lunch. Entrance is Php 20 as of this writing. See the photo of its entrance that you get to see from the jeepney, on the right side of the Binitayan Road, after the jeep turns right from Daraga Legazpi Diversion Rd.<br />
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Remember the classic postcard of Mayon Volcano with the belfry that stood on the right side? This is where they took the picturesque photography. Definitely a must-to-see. You can take a lot of angle of Mayon and the Cagsawa belfry plus a lot of other scenic areas. Read Tip #4. And if you want the souvenirs, lots of them are sold here.<br />
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Another historical site with panoramic view worth photographing if you integrate Daraga Church and the Mayon Volcano in your frame in a very creative and artistic way. Take a lot of shots and surely you will get one jaw-dropping photograph of the world famous Mount Mayon. Not to mention a good souvenir of you if you are in few of those pics. While in there, don't forget to visit the church itself. A solemn prayer for a few minutes would definitely release that tiredness of your travel. And you know what, you would be tempted to stay a bit longer inside. When you get out, you'll feel energized.<br />
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Now this one is an amazing place for me. Maybe because I got here during holiday season and there are lots of things going on, lots of travelers from different parts of the country and the world. But no, the whole package is really great. First, as it names implies which means 'pier' or 'ferry' and its root words means 'to embark', the premier commercial and recreation center of Bicol Region is situated by the body of water called Albay Gulf. So, a lighthouse is not only integrated to the building design but also utilized as viewing deck and an adventure seekers magnet courtesy of "Edge-Walk" atop the lighthouse. Second, it is backdropped by a folkloric Kapuntukan Hill and surrounded by spots where you can take photographic images from any directions. One perfect spot is on the breakwater across the water which you can reach by getting out of the mall, walk along Legazpi Blvd towards Kapuntukan Hill, then go left towards the direction of the magnificent Mayon Volcano. The best time to be here is in the afternoon towards evening. You get to see the panoramic view of Embarcadero de Legazpi at dusk. Read Tip #5. Aside from Edge Walk, there's also a long zip-line and an outdoor wall-climbing. Dining is fabulous on the deck of Embarcadero fronting the sea especially at night. There's a hotel, albeit expensive for budget traveler, but a popular fast-food restaurant is located on the second level. Highly recommended for all types of travelers especially those into photography. Read my tip#?<br />
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The ultimate destination for those who want to sweat vigorously before jumping in to lots of adventures this hill offers, namely, basic and advance zip-lines, rappelling, hanging bridge, Japanese tunnel, paintball, kapit2ko, etc. How? Brisk walk your way uphill from the entrance to the top. No need to run for heart pumping activity. With the very steep uphill zigzag road, a brisk walk will do. Once you reach the top, a more nearer Mt Mayon will greet you. Enough for one to utter, "What a sight!" upon seeing the majestic most perfect cone volcano in the world. Aside from adrenalin rushing activities mentioned, these are what await you: viewing decks, minigolf, open gallery, Lignon Hill Observatory, souvenir shops, restrooms and restaurants. For those driving, parking areas are available on top of the hill. Entrance fee as of this writing is Php 20.<br />
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<a name="what to see in plaza rizal legazpi city"><strong>Plaza Rizal</strong></a><br />
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There's not much to see in the plaza itself. But it serves as your reference point because around it might interest you. For one, there's a church you might like to visit. San Rafael church is just opposite the park across Penaranda St. There's also an outlet of a Bicolandia popular restaurant called Graceland. You might like to taste their delectable foods. Above all, a classic-movies inspired mall housed in the tall building in the area would be worth checking out. Silver Screen Entertainment Center. One reason you would go there is the cheap internet cafe in one of the mezzanine floors. I've got one of my lunches on the third level bar style eatery with small tables and chairs just right outside a theater entrance. The place is cozy, the one I prefer rather than the crowded and noisy mall food courts and fast-food chains. Downside? Paid comfort rooms, they are clean alright.<br />
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<a name="what to see around st gregory the great church"><strong>St Gregory The Great Cathedral</strong></a><br />
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Located at the area in which local government buildings are situated, meters away from the St Gregory The Great Cathedral are: Legazpi City Hall, Albay Provincial Capitol, Albay Astrodome and a big plaza called Penaranda Park.<br />
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<strong>Tips in Traveling to Legazpi City</strong><br />
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1. On riding a Philtranco airbus, take a seat beside another seat if you're travelling alone. Seats that are side by side are on the left of the bus. They have enough room for your legs to stretch that makes for a very comfortable long travel. The single seats which are on the right side of the bus have very narrow clearances between them. As a result, you can not stretch your legs as much as like you do if you're sitting on the left row.<br />
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2. If you are a budget traveler, it would be into your advantage if you forego trike rides. Most of their routes are served by public jeepneys. Trike drivers charge Php 30 for a person riding alone. That's their minimum in the city.<br />
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3. The "Loop 1" or "Loop 2" jeepney will turn left onto the only one perpendicular road to Penaranda St which is "Bogtong" as what is written on the road sign at the corner. Bogtong is actually the Daraga-Legazpi Diversion Rd. You might transfer to another jeepney waiting along Bogtong after the one you're riding in has turn left. If not, then you'll go directly to your destination. Even without driver's assistance, you can get there by watching for Legazpi City Jail sign because that's the one visible and fronting the jeepney you're riding. Next to the jail complex is the gate of Albay Park & Wildlife with its big sign not visible upon approach because it faced the opposite side of the road. If you want to go to Lignon first then get off at the next road perpendicular to Binitayan. That's the jumping off point. Entrance is located as you climb the uphill road.<br />
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4. Timing is very important in going to any spots where Mayon Volcano can be photographed. Plan your travel and make sure that weather is on your side. If the volcano is covered with clouds, what you'll get is only the lower portion of it that will only look like some ordinary mountain.<br />
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5. Outside Embarcadero de Legazpi, try to explore other areas other than the breakwater and seawall. Of course, you can get good photos of Mayon with different angles and foreground from those areas. But if you walk further along Legazpi Blvd where you get to the back of Kapuntukan Hill, there are scores of scenic views especially farther south of Legazpi Blvd where you can take amazing shots of Mayon with the boulevard in the foreground. Meanwhile, a beach and a monument of I think the conquesador Miguel Lopez de Legazpi himself are behind Kapuntukan Hill. I highly recommend spots down there.<br />
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6. You can go to Naga City and other far flung areas around Legazpi City as well as nearby towns and barangays by taking a jeepney or the air-conditioned van like the ones here in Manila such as UV Express. Read my separate post that listed the destinations of jeepneys and Filcab/UV Express vans which serve the public at their terminals in LKY Metro Transport & Lifestyle Hub. Please go to <a href="http://directionsonweb.blogspot.com/2014/01/LKY-
Filcab-Jeepney-Terminal-Legazpi.html" target="_blank">Legazpi City's Jeepneys & UV Express Terminals</a>.<br />
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