Welcome to Baguio!
Baguio is also known as the Summer
Capital of the Philippines, City of Pines,
City of Mines, Garden City of the Philippines,
Ukay-Ukay Capital of the Philippines
"So which Baguio hotel would YOU recommend?"
Which Baguio hotel would I recommend? That is a question I have been asked a lot. The next most popular, of course, would be "Which road should we take
-- Kennon or Marcos?"
After all, I have been in business here for the past 18 years, a resident for the past 12, and for more than 20 years before that, Baguio was my absolute favorite vacation place!
Baguio is the place in the Philippines I always dreamed of living in. Imagine all these --.clear blue morning skies, foggy afternoons, and chilly romantic evenings.
So, in 1991, when we won the bid to run a restaurant in Camp John Hay, Jupiter, the horse my sister and I co-owned, moved up as well.
For it was in Baguio where I went on my first pony ride. It was here where I learned how to ride a bike, row a boat. And later on, it was here where I learned to party!
I fell in love with English-speaking natives in their indigenous dress, who would always beam you a warm, friendly smile. I fell in love with the pine trees, wide open spaces, parks and gardens, and the wild sunflowers that signal the end of the rains, with the "little America" that it used to be.
So which Baguio hotel would I recommend?" I will do better than that -- I will try to list them all so you can decide what is best for you!
When I started GoBaguio! in 2003, most Baguio web sites were news-based which means 'bad news' was datelined: Baguio City Philippines all the time. What we really needed was a travel web site .. more
The Baguio Flower Festival rose to the top of the Philippines' Fiesta Calendar with 200,000 visitors every February.
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I Will Also Write About --
• Cozy little inns and private vacation homes that we locals refer to as 'transient houses'
• The best homegrown restaurants you will find only in the City of Pines
• Tips on how to cut your vacation food expenses
• All our available recreational activities, a lot of them outdoor, too!
• Lots of things you could do here without spending a centavo
• The fastest and safest way to get here
• Helpful tips for getting around
• Historical sites, tourist spots and places of interest to explore
• Tour itineraries so you can design your vacation around your interests
• The best products, souvenirs and brands, and where to get them
• Top spots for Baguio real estate, what to look for when renting or buying a house, lot or condo
• Why Baguio is considered a top destination, the Summer Capital of the Philippines
• The Panagbenga and other popular festivals and events
• The totally unique "little things" that make Baguio, Baguio
I N S I D E G O B A G U I O !
Let's Get Started Then!
Just click on any of the quick links to GoBaguio!'s most popular pages below or on the navigation bar at the top!
Government, population, language and all the things you may want to know about the City of Pines
Includes current weather plus a 5-day forecast, and all the latest local news
The journey from tribal village to mining and recreation town to top Philippine destination.
Annual festivals, and regular and special event schedules, including Panagbenga
All the city maps and area maps we have found on and off the web to help you navigate better.
What's going on year-round, plus holidays in the Philippines, which usually means -- long weekends!
This popular travel advisory includes access and travel routes from Manila, including the answer to "Kennon or Marcos?"
The best places to shop for souvenirs, supplies, furniture, and all our best products.
Different types of lodging, from hotels to inns, retreat houses and private vacation homes ("transient" houses).
Filipinos especially like to travel in large groups. Here's how to save on your vacation food bill.
Personal recommendations for restaurants that cannot be found anywhere else in the Philippines.
My list of the best and the rest that Baguio City, Philippines has to offer!
A series of photo albums showcasing the natural beauty of the Summer Capital of the Philippines!
Complete, easy-to-navigate directory with business names, addresses and phone numbers.
Accessible by land and by air, find a list of public transportation to and from the Summer Capital of the Philippines.
A host of important info on what to pack, traffic rules, etc to help you navigate our winding roads.
Explore the sights on your own, save time and money with modular, do-it-yourself tour suggestions
Places to explore, historical sites, landmarks and tourist attractions, lots of photos.
This popular Recreation page is now a portal of themed activities to keep everyone of all ages busy.
Let me tell you about things to do here that won't cost you a centavo!
The best, the tastiest and the most useful indigenous consumer goods that are produced in the Cordilleras.
The official summer residence of the President of the Philippines
Marcos Highway -- OPEN
Kennon Road -- OPEN
Naguilian Road -- OPEN
Halsema Highway -- OPEN
Advisory also available at the Shell Station in Rosario, La Union prior to your climb.
B U L L E T I N B O A R D
*when another place is indicated, it means that
local weather stations
are not reporting
Strawberry Taho?
The popular hawker food in the Philippines made of soft soya with sago pearls has a new version -- with strawberry syrup or preserves. Get yours from regular taho vendors at only 10 pesos!
Badges & Feeds
Wow!!! I've never seen such a very informative and detailed website about Baguio before.. I love it!! Your website is very exciting to visit and not to mention, very helpful. Please know that your efforts are greatly appreciated ... -- Chad Trinidad, New Jersey, 12/3/07
T E S T I M O N I A L S
You did an excellent job and and I want to thank you for being able to describe Baguio as a place where good things thrive. Truly it is. We may be far from home but our thoughts are in Baguio City our Home... -- Jho Quan, Las Vegas, Nevada, 1/30/08
I love your site. Has details every tourist traveler needs. I just hope you have articles in the future featuring hotels and inns there. We from the lowlands would love to know best places to see and stay ... -- John Eric Mendoza, Manila, Philippines, 2/5/08
W H A T ' S N E W ?
We add articles and features, and update pages on a regular basis.
Get the most recent here. Learn more about the City of Pines >
Camp John Hay (CJH)
This former American rest & recreation facility is still the most popular mountain resort in the Philippines.
Baguio Schools
A guide to universities (UB, SLU, UC), colleges, and english academies and other educational institutions.
Philippine Military Academy (PMA)
For the past 100 years, the officers school of the Armed Forces in the Philippines has made the Summer Capital its home.
Baguio Real Estate
Buying a house or looking to invest in property? Find tips for buying or renting a house, lot or condo in Baguio City.
Weather Updates
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