Lunes, Oktubre 10, 2016

Itinerary and Amenities for Bataan


Itinerary and Amenities in Bataan......

Itinerary 

Day 1
4:00 PM-4:30 PM arrive at tabing ilog marilao terminal to puregold paso de blas valenzuela
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM from Puregold Paso de blas to Novaliches bayan.
5:30PM-8:00 PM Novaliches bayan to Pasay via taxi 
8:00 PM stay at my Sister's house until morning comes.


Day 2
4:00AM – 09:00AM Travel Pasay City to Balanga, Bataan
09:00AM – 09:30AM Balanga Terminal to Diwa
09:30AM – 11:00AM Dambana ng Kagitingan, Mt Samat
11:00AM – 11:30AM Back to Balanga, Bataan
11:30AM – 12:30PM Lunch at Stregato Gelateria
12:30PM – 01:30PM Visit St. Joseph Cathedral
1:30PM – 02:00PM Wander in Plaza Mayor de Ciudad Balanga
2:00PM          Check-in The Plaza Hotel Balanga
02:00PM – 06:00PM Rest
06:00PM – 07:00PM Enjoy night happenings in Plaza
07:00PM – 08:00PM Dinner in The Beanery
 Day 3
06:00AM – 07:00AM Breakfast
07:00AM – 08:00AM World War II Museum
08:00AM – 09:00AM Travel to Bagac, Bataan
09:00AM – 03:00PM Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar
03:00PM – 04:00PM World War II Sites in Bagac
04:00PM – 05:00PM Travel back to Balanga
05:00PM – 07:00PM Dinner Roberto’s Coffee and Tea

07:00PM – 12:00MN Travel back to Pasay City.

Amenities

home , rooms, facilities, reservation, heritage tour promotions, events, gallery, location contact us
lsd casas filipinas de acuzar 
Brgy. ibaba, bagac, bataan,2107, Philippines
Phone Numbers: 0923325338

I am very much impressed by amenities equipped inside the room such as flat screen LED TV withcable channels, a personal refrigerator, an electronic safe, coffee and tea making sets, a work desk, mirror, cabinet, luggage rack and a breakfast nook. It also has an individually controlled air conditioning unit, so adjusting it to your preferred temperature is not a problem. WIFI connectivity is also available inside the room and it's  FREE!I really  love it! What a nice Hotel.

Huwebes, Oktubre 6, 2016

How To Get To Bataan


                  How To Get To Bataan
                     Posed on October 6,2016

Private Vehicle: Take either the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) or Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX).

Bus: Take a bus from Cubao in Quezon City that will take you to its capital Balanga.

Contact Details

Bataan Tourism Center
Roman Super Highway,
City of Balanga, Bataan
Philippines – 2100
T: +6347 2374785 / 2374476 / 935-0364
E: bataan_tourism@yahoo.com
Twitter: @1Bataan
Instagram: @BeholdBataan / @1Bataan
facebook.com/BataanTourism
www.bataan.gov.ph

Source of Information -> http://www.thetummytraveler.ph/2015/12/26/exploring-bataan/

The location of Bataan


Province of Bataan


Bataan Provincial Capitol in Balanga


Flag Seal


Location in the Philippines

Bataan (/bɑːtɑːˈɑːn/ Tagalog: Lalawigan ng Bataan; Kapampangan: Lalawigan ning Bataan) is a province situated in theCentral Luzon region of the Philippines. Its capital is the City of Balanga. Occupying the entire Bataan Peninsulaon Luzon, Bataan is bordered by the provinces of Zambales and Pampangato the north. The peninsula faces theSouth China Sea to the west and Subic Bay to the north-west, and enclosesManila Bay to the east.

The Battle of Bataan is famous in history as one of the last stands ofAmerican and Filipino soldiers before they were overwhelmed by theJapanese forces in World War II. TheBataan Death March was named after the province, where the infamous march started.

Located within the province is the Philippines' only nuclear plant, theBataan Nuclear Power Plant.

Source of Information -> https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bataan




Famous Pawikan Festival in Morong Palawan



Pawikan Festival 2015 in Morong, Bataan
                   Posted on October 6,2016

       Celebration of each festival shows how beautifully diverse our cultures and traditions are.

The last festival I attended was this year’s Sandugo Festival in Bohol just last August. While most festivals are rooted in Christianity dating back to the Spanish colonial period, there are a few whose main objective is to give awareness and importance in preserving the environment. And the Pawikan Festival in Morong is one of those.



Support the Pawikan Festival


The Pawikan Festival was organized to intensify the information campaign and generate public awareness on the importance of endangered marine turtles (mostly from the Olive Ridley specie) in our eco-system.



This weeklong Pawikan Festival celebration is highlighted by a ceremonial releasing of Pawikan hatchlings in the open sea headed by no less than the Bataan Governor Albert Garcia.



These marine turtles help in maintaining ecological balance in international waters. The manure of the marine turtles serves as nutrient in the ocean. It acts as a fertilizer on seagrass beds.



And off they go!



Morong is fast becoming a marine sanctuary. Even the Pawikan Conservation Center is also located in Morong which is manned by former poachers and turtle egg collectors who eventually turned into conservation advocates. Their duty is to secure the eggs laid during the nesting season and transfer them into the hatchery for breeding.

The Pawikan Festival is recognized as one of the best tourism events by ATOP and DOT in the reclassified Eco-Environmental Tourism Category (Provincial Level).

During the Pawikan Festival event, Koro Bangkal Magbikin of Bataan which are composed of Aeta children of Brgy. Bangkal in Abucay performed a beautiful song number. They were formed through the initiative of the Bataan Tourism Council Foundation, Inc., the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart of Saint Thomas Aquinas Parish and the Bataan Provincial Tourism Office.



This festival won’t be complete without other activities like a street dancing competition where some participants were dressed in turtle-like costumes and colorful ensembles.







There are other activities such as a Walk For A Cause, Trade Fair, Beach Volleyball, Graffiti Painting Contest and more.

What I learned about the Pawikan Festival is that it isn’t enough to just attend the festival and join the merry festivities. We, us citizens, should actually take action and help in preserving the environment. We should educate everyone (young ones and young once alike) on why we should save the marine turtles, how to preserve them, and explain the positive effects it will bring to the environment. We all should act as Pawikan Guardians and keep these marine turtles away from poachers and other forms of danger. The Pawikan Festival is meant to create positive noise – to bring attention to this wonderful cause and to ultimately be able to get added assistance. I encourage everyone to support this noble cause!



The event is a joint project of the provincial tourism office, Bataan Tourism Council Foundation, Inc., municipal tourism council and LGU of Morong.

Source of Information -> http://www.thetummytraveler.ph/2015/12/26/exploring-bataan/

The famous Mt. Samat Pilgrimage



  The 12th Diocesan Mt. Samat Pilgrimage
                     Posted on October 6,2016



The 12th Diocesan Mt. Samat Pilgrimagewas held last November 28, 2015 atDambana ng Kagitingan Dambana ng Kagitingan (Mt. Samat) in Pilar, Bataan with a theme “THE HARVEST is GREAT”.
An incredible experience being part of 12th the Diocesan Mt. Samat Pilgrimage

The pilgrimage is an annual event of the Diocese since 2004 and has been attended by thousands of students and devotees.



The 12th Diocesan Mt. Samat Pilgrimage started at 10:00AM and ended around dinnertime. Thousands of students and delegates cheerfully trekked the 7-kilometer walk from the foot of the mountain to the World War II monument called, “Dambana ng Kagitingan” (Shrine of Valor). This year it was attended by more than 40,000 people from different walks of life – both from Bataan and outside Bataan, including international tourists as well.



The moment we arrived and exited our van, I immediately felt the presence of the Holy Spirit. Everyone was in high spirits and no way was anyone or anything going to dampen it. Happiness and positivity could easily be felt around the area.

Since we were invited by Bataan Tourism, we were able to go to the rooftop of the Colonnade to get a better view of the crowd at the 12th Diocesan Mt. Samat Pilgrimage.



We were even able to capture the magic hour.



The 12th Diocesan Mt. Samat Pilgrimage culminated with a spectacular display of fireworks from the Shrine Of Valor’s (Dambana Ng Kagitingan) foot.











Contact Details

Bataan Tourism Center
Roman Super Highway,
City of Balanga, Bataan
Philippines – 2100
T: +6347 2374785 / 2374476 / 935-0364
E: bataan_tourism@yahoo.com
Twitter: @1Bataan
Instagram: @BeholdBataan / @1Bataan
facebook.com/BataanTourism
www.bataan.gov.ph
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Mt. Samat Cross
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Source of Information -> http://www.thetummytraveler.ph/2015/12/26/exploring-bataan/

Famous Zipline in Bataan



                Mt. Samat Zipline in Bataan
                     Posted on October 6,2016

   In a span of 5 months, I’m back in Bataan! And since I wasn’t able to cover other places of interest in Bataan during my last trip back in November 2015, this time around I was happy to be able to do something new like trying the thrilling Mt. Samat Zipline in Pilar. This actually isn’t my first zipline experience but it was probably the longest I have tried.



The Mt. Samat Zipline is a few hundred meters away from the Dambana ng Kagitingan. This attraction spans about 540-meters long with a height of 43 meters above sea level starting from atop the historic Mt. Samat all the way down to Dunsulan Falls. As you zipline your way to the other end, make sure to open your eyes and enjoy the majestic view of the mountains and rice paddies.



So how do you go about zip-lining in Pilar? Read on.

Try out the Mt. Samat Zipline

When you arrive at the entrance of the Mt. Samat Zipline, pay Php350.00, Php80.00 roundtrip shuttle service to the Zipline Launch Pad and back to the entrance.



After paying, you can either take the shuttle service to the Zip Line Launch Pad or, if you are the adventurous type with lots of stamina, you can hike it.

Our group taking the shuttle.The ride takes about 10 minutes (roughly 1 kilometer) to the Zip Line Launch Pad where you will be given your gear.





At the Mt. Samat Zipline, you have the option to choose between the seated or “Superman” position. Once all geared-up, you are good to go!



If you notice, I was holding my bag since they unfortunately didn’t have a place where you can leave your things. Either leave it with your companion or bring it along just like we all did.

And away we go!



At the end of the Mt. Samat Zipline, their staff is waiting to assist you as you land on the hanging bridge.



And since you’re already there, why not try Bataan’s Tree Hopping Adventure.



For Php300, get to try the six-stage Tree Hopping Adventure. Since I was already able to try something similar to this at in Bohol, I decided to skip this one out. But some from our group took on the challenge and from the looks of it, it seems like they had an adrenaline-pumping good time!



After all the exhilarating activities, relax by the Dunsulan Falls, grab an ice cold drink and just enjoy the view. Just make sure to clean up before you leave. Let’s help in preserving and keeping the park clean.



Dunsulan Park Rates:
Php50.00 Entrance Fee
Php20.00 Per Table

Check out my other Bataan posts.

Going Around Bataan:
http://www.thetummytraveler.ph/2015/12/26/exploring-bataan/

Places To Eat:
http://www.thetummytraveler.ph/2015/12/18/places-to-eat-in-bataan/

Contact Details

Mt. Samat Road, Diwa,
Pilar, Bataan, Philippines – 2101
T: +63 47 332 5338

Source of Information -> http://www.thetummytraveler.ph/2015/12/26/exploring-bataan/

Place to eat in Bataan




     Places to eat in Bataan – In search of                  great food and good prices
                    Posted on October 6,2016



Let me take you on a gastronomic adventure in Bataan. Nothing super fancy, just good ‘ol great tasting food that’s friendly on the pocket, too!


 Here are some cool places to eat in Bataan....



Stregato Gelateria



Who would have thought that this gelateria serves gourmet dishes? And who would have thought that I’ll be able to enjoy a gelato in Bataan? Their gelato is quite comparable to my favorite Bono Gelato in Manila!

The price range is not bad at all. Perfect for those who are on a tight budget but want to have good food instead of the usual fast-food fare.

I came in hungry and was definitely not disappointed!

Eight-Hour Roasted Beef (Php220.00)



This was a really delicious dish! Slowly braised tender beef brisket in red wine sauce with buttered rice. Great flavor and I love that the roast beef was smothered with sauce! A must try.

Grilled Salmon (Php185.00)



The salmon was grilled beautifully and the sauteed mushroom and leeks in lemon butter sauce gives this simple dish some added oomph! The buttered rice was a perfect pair. Simple yet satisfying.

Save space for some gelato. Go for the classic pistachio or salted caramel. Either way, they all taste very good! Truly, one of those must-visit places to eat in Bataan.




Address:
Plaza Mayor de Ciudad de Balanga
Balanga Bataan
T: (047) 237-2003
facebook.com/stregato.gelateria/

Ima’s Pamangan



As the name of the restaurant implies, Kapampangan cuisine is served here. I am a bit biased when it comes to this cuisine as my grandfather hails from Apalit and I grew up eating and enjoying Kapampangan dishes.A typical mom and pop operation that serves no frills, home cooked meals at its best.

Bulalo



After a tiring day and all you need is a soothing and comforting home cooked meal. That being said, how can one go wrong with Bulalo? This simple dish’s flavor is so spot on! The broth has that real beefy goodness and the meat was absolutely tender!

Bangus with Salted Egg



Another simple yet comforting dish that goes well with the Bulalo. Cooked to golden perfection with a nice crispy skin. Eat it together with the salted egg for that home cooked goodness guaranteed to satisfy anyone’s hunger. Most definitely one of the homiest places to eat in Bataan.

Address:
Alauli Pilar, Bataan
C: 0917-5724703
facebook.com/imaspamangan/

Loleng’s Hu Tieu-an



This Vietnamese eatery is owned by Loleng, a Filipina who used to work in a Vietnamese refugee camp in Morong during the 70s and 80s. This roadside eatery has been serving bowls after bowls of affordable Hu Tieu for over 15 years.

Hu Tieu Special (Php50.00)



In case you are wondering, Hu Tieu is the cousin of pho – a hearty noodle soup with rice noodles in a golden brown broth with pork slices (or chicken) and topped with toasted garlic, leeks and mung beans. The salty-sweet-spicy flavors found in every spoonful is the perfect companion on a rainy day or during times when you are under the weather.

Banh Mi (Php45.00)



Loleng’s version of this sandwich has ham, cucumber, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, wansoy and liver spread in a regular bun made by her “suking” baker instead of French bread. This filling sandwich is Hu Tieu’s perfect accompaniment. Add this little food spot to your list of places to eat in Bataan.


Address:
Mayor St., Binaritan,
Morong, Bataan
C: 0949-5657466
facebook.com/Lolengs-Hutieu-an

There you have it. So, don’t work up a sweat thinking of places to eat in Bataan. This short list is more than enough.

Source of Information -> http://www.thetummytraveler.ph/2015/12/26/exploring-bataan/