Do you know if any direct flights from Zamboanga to Baguio?
2007-01-15 08:04:04 · 7 answers · asked by mickey 1 in Travel ➔ Asia Pacific ➔ Philippines
There are many places in Baguio for the kids as well as places to stay from 2star to 5 star.
No there no direct flights from zamboanga to Baguio
2007-01-15 11:03:20 · answer #1 · answered by trykindness 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You know, I caught a bus from Manila to Baguio. It was a long, long, hot, stinky ride. I would NOT take my kids on it. (they are 11,9,3 and baby). You can fly there - but not sure from Zamboanga. Once there Baguio is a great place - the markets are excellent with delicious strawberries, honey and wooden carvings and the silver workshops worth seeing. The American army base is good with activities and parklands for the kids and a cute "pet cemetary". You can climb the steps to the copy of statue of Mary in Lourdes and throw coins to the little kids off the side of the lookout. Go to the movies and you only pay one admission price and can sit in the cool theatre all day.
Plenty to do and see and the climate is a little cooler because you are up in the mountains. I loved it.
2007-01-18 06:43:56 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
As far as lodging is concerned, I recommend the Bloomfield Hotel which is right across the SM Mall. It is conveniently located and the prices are reasonable. Peak season (between Christmas and New Year) price was roughly $40 for a room with 2 beds. It is also close to Session Road. One big plus is the friendly and helpful staff. The downside is the parking.
For kids, you may want to do horseback riding at Wright park. It cost about $6/hour. A guide will also cost you the same price. You can also take them biking or boating at Burnham Park.
For night life, go to Nevada Square, the happening place of Baguio at night. Lots of beautiful twenty somethings there during weekends.
2007-01-15 22:40:21 · answer #3 · answered by Albert 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am also from Zamboanga del Sur. The best thing to do is book a flight to Manila at around P5,000.00 PAX roundtrip. Then the details I included below for your travel to baguio. A lot of places there for your kids.
Burnham Hotel Baguio, Philippines
Room Rates Start At USD $20.00. View realtime room availability....
www.burnhamhotelbaguio.com
Welcome to Baguio City,
the Summer Capital of the Philippines!
Baguio City is known for its cool weather and lush gardens. Also called the "Breezy City" or the "City of Pines", it is a premier family vacation destination. In the hot summer months of March, April and May, thousands of visitors enjoy their annual vacation here. The cool temperature and mountain views attract local and foreign tourists alike, making Baguio the most frequented destination in Northern Luzon.
Area : About 49 square kilometers
Average Temperature : 68 deg F (20 deg C)
Altitude : About 5,300 ft above sea level
Baguio City is located approximately 250 kilometers north of Manila, in the Province of Benguet.
Getting To Baguio From Manila:
Bus : Victory Liner - Hourly Trips; 5 - 6 hours, Fare : (Approx.) Ph 350.00
Air : Air Philippines - Once Daily (weather permitting) 55 minutes
Car and Van Hire (Request rate by email)
Tourist Sights and Destinations
Camp John Hay, Baguio Country Club, Burnham Park, Mines View Park, Lourdes Grotto, CityProduce Market, Wright Park (horseback riding), Scenic Kennon Road, Baguio Cathedral
Known For
Strawberries, Pine Trees, Cool Weather, Flower Gardens, Mountain Terrain, Salad Bowl of the Philippines, Silversmiths, Handwoven Ethnic Cloth, Handcarving
Golf Courses (Membership)
Camp John Hay, Baguio Country Club, Pinewoods (under construction)
Other Destinations
Teacher's Camp, SM Baguio Mall, Philippine Military Academy (PMA), Benguet Mines Tour, Good Shepherd Convent (Jams and Delicacies), Botanical Garden
Events
Penagbenga Flower Festival, Baguio Arts Festival
Business
Baguio Export Processing Zone hosts Texas Instruments (Ranks No. 1 in Sales for Phil. Companies)
Activities
Sight-seeing, Horseback Riding, Golf, Bars & Discos, Live Music, Ukay-Ukay (Second Hand Clothing), Picnics, Mini-Golf, Skating Rink, Biking, Internet Cafes, Video Arcades, Shopping for Fresh Produce,
Fastfood / Restaurants
Jollibee, Kentucky Fried Chicken, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Starbucks, Shakey's, Tokyo Tokyo, Chow King, Dencio's, Gerry's Grill, Ihaw-Ihaw, Mario's, a variety of Korean, Japanese, Mexican, Thai, Chinese restaurants
Universities/Colleges
St. Louis University, University of the Philippines, University of Baguio, Baguio Colleges Foundation, etc.
2007-01-18 02:56:55 · answer #4 · answered by Guitarman from the Philippines 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are many things for families in Baguio. Every time my family went to the Philippines we went there. Here's a link to check out:
http://www.cityofpines.com/
2007-01-15 22:23:18 · answer #5 · answered by thoughtcrime_queen 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i went with my family to baguio country club but not sure how much it costs since my dad was paying.....its a nice place, try researchingabout it, because maybe you can afford it. if you can make reservations because its really nice, it has a bowling alley and a golf course. and for activities try horse-riding if the kids are up to it.
2007-01-16 03:51:32 · answer #6 · answered by alsdkjf 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There a horseback riding there and also boating at the Burnham Park. You try the Pines Hotel. But I am sure, you will be able to find some more good hotels there.
Happy trip and take care.
2007-01-17 07:47:47 · answer #7 · answered by Mutya P 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋