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One of the few places in the Philippines with a cool climateBaguio is on average eight degrees cooler than the normalPhilippine temperature. 1,500 meters above the sea and 250kilometers north of Manila, most Manila folk head for Baguio inthe summer to escape the summer heat. Hence it has been calledthe "summer capital" of the Philippines. Going to Baguio from Manila, visitors can take a 45-minuteflight via Philippine Airlines landing in Baguio Airport or takethe six hour bus ride through Kennon Road. Halsema Highway connects Baguio with other parts of Benguet,Kalinga-Apayao and the Mountain Provinces. Bus ticketreservation is recommended during peak season (Novenber-May).Average one-way fare is P150.00 per person. It's then easy toflag down a cab to get to your accommodations from the airportor bus terminal. The Americans in the 1800s, who perhaps longed for colderclimates saw the potential of Baguio. Building Camp John Hay,the Americans proceeded to carve Kennon Road from the side ofthe mountain, the road which links Baguio to Manila. One of the first things you should visit in Baguio is SessionRoad. You will find numerous shops and restaurants withAmerican, Italian Japanese and Chinese cuisine. From here youcan take a cab to Baguio's other attractions which include: Burnham Park - Found at the center of the city, Burnham is thepopular venue for the city's celebrations. Named after thecity's chief planner Daniel Burnham, its man-made lagoon is thesite of boating excursions. Skaters, hikers, bikers and delightin the park's walkways. A promenade in the rose gardens isperfect for romantic couples. Mines View Park -


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Its mostly shopping here: hand woven blankets,silver ornaments and jewelries, various jams and strawberries.The Park also has a breathtaking view of the hills and valleysof the Cordillera as well as the gold mines of Benguet. Camp John Hay - The former Rest & Recreation center of theUnited States Armed Force personnel in the Philippines, itfeatures hotel type rooms, food outlets, basketball andvolleyball courts, an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, asix-lane bowling center, and a heated swimming pool. Baguio Cathedral - This is just one of the many religiousestablishments in Baguio. The Bell Temple north of the city, thebrilliant gardens of the Maryhurst Seminary, and Lourdes Grottowith its 252 steps to heaven are among them. Places to Stay: Benguet Prime Hotel Session Rd. cor. Calderon St. Baguio City (074)4427066 / (074)4428363 Conference facilities, Coffee Shops, StandardAccommodations El Cielito Inn 50 North Drive, Baguio City (074)4434846 / (074)4425272 Manila Contact:(02) 8158951 to 54 Deluxe/Standard Rooms, apartels, restaurants and functionrooms Hotel Supreme 113 Magsaysay Ave. Baguio City (074)4432011 to 18 Superior/Executive rooms/suites, restaurants, bar and grill,function rooms, pool, spa, jacuzzi and sauna About the author: Noel is the owner of a site dedicated to Philippine Travel .The site provides personal tips and recommendations on populartravel destinations in the Philippines. Also includesinformation of Philippine history, festivals, music and culture.The aim of the site is to share the many beautiful experiencesone could have on Philippine Travel .

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