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No need to go to Tagaytay just to have a sip of this famous Filipino dish!



Bulalô is a beef dish from the Philippines. It is a light colored soup that is made by cooking beef shanks and marrow bones until the collagen and fat has melted into the clear broth.

Bulalo at Leslie's Restaurant in Tagaytay

Bulalo is native to the Southern Luzon region of the Philippines. One of my favorite bulalo spot in Tagaytay is the one from Jaytee's Restaurant. They serve hot with a nice amount of meat and vegetables.

READ: 10+ Best Places (Restaurants) to Eat Bulalo in Tagaytay

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In this guide, you will learn how to cook bulalo in 3 easy steps!


Bulalo Ingredients

Here's a list of ingredients you need for cooking bulalo (good for 4-6 persons)
  • 1 kilo beef shank, chopped
  • 1 big onion, diced
  • 4 stalks onion leeks, chopped
  • ¼ cup dried banana blossom
  • Pinch of salt and pepper
  • Water
  • Patis
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • 2 pieces calamansi
  • 2 pieces hot chili pepper



Cooking Instructions


STEP 1. Boil beef shank and throw away the water then boil again in medium heat for about 2 hours.

STEP 2. Add onions, leeks, and banana buds then season with salt and pepper then patis.

STEP 3. Serve hot with soy sauce, calamansi, and hot chili pepper.


Although the steps are short for cooking bulalo, it would take you at least 2-3 hours depending to your preferred tenderness of the beef.





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Unspoiled beach with white sand and pristine blue waters - Cagbalete Island is your next getaway in the Philippines.



It was mid-May when we visited this beautiful island in Mauban, Quezon Province. We visited Lucban for Pahiyas Festival prior to traveling to the island. (See our Pahiyas experience in video HERE.)

It was late in the afternoon when we were able to get to the tourism office and booked a boat ride to the island.

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You have two options in crossing to the island: you can wait for the public commuter boat to be full or if you are 8 or more, you can just take a private boat. In our case, we took a boat and it was less hassle.


BEFORE GOING TO CAGBALETE ISLAND

Here are the things you must consider before visiting Cagbalete Island in Mauban, Quezon:
  • Have enough sleep prior to the day of the trip.
  • Ready you backpack with your travel essentials.
  • Bring a bottle of water to keep yourself hydrated.
  • Full charge your gadgets (phone, camera, GoPro, powerbank, etc.)
  • Don't forget to bring enough money for the whole trip and pasalubong.
  • Cagbalete is an island. Although some of the locals sell groceries, it still better to buy them at least at Mauban Public Market before going there. Budgetwise, the price is cheaper.
  • If you are a group of 8-10 or more, you can just book a private boat for faster and convenient travel to the island.


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WHERE TO STAY IN CAGBALETE ISLAND?

There's a lot of resorts in Cagbalete Island. Once you are already in the Local Tourism Office, you can select from the resorts that can accommodate you.

Or if you have your own tents, no need to reserve for rooms or cottages. Almost all resorts offer villas, huts and camping grounds, catering to different group sizes and types of tourists.

Our choice was MVT Sto. Nino Beach Resort. See full details of this resort HERE. Instead of staying for a night, we decided to have it at least 2 nights here. :)


Here are other resorts and accommodation in Cagbalete Island:



MY CAGBALETE ISLAND EXPERIENCE (Activities & Itinerary)

That first night, we just took some rest, prep for dinner and relax by the beach.


The next day? MVT Sto. Nino Beach Resort is facing the Pacific, so we were able to witness a golden sunrise that morning.

Cagbalete Island 2015
Mornings in Cagbalete

Next thing to do is to eat breakfast and took some photo ops to the beach.

The girls enjoy the beach

The weather was perfect! The sea was at very low tide (or no tide at all haha).

Sand riffles during low tide

Cagbalete Island is known for having these beautiful sand riffles.

Grilled liempo and chicken for lunch

Lunch time! We cooked our food we brought with us. We bought our needs from Mauban Public Market before going to the island. 

Afternoon chill time. We spent some time swimming in the beach. Then dinner.

Bonfire and music by the beach

That second night, we sat down around bonfire, chit chat and jam with some acoustic songs we sang and play.

Third day, we ate breakfast and left the island at noon.

Team Basti

Here's a video clip I made for our Cagbalete experience:


THINGS TO DO IN CAGBALETE ISLAND


  • Wake up in the early morning to gaze at the sunrise or don’t go on too much beer drinking just yet just so you could gaze at the beautiful sunset.

  • Go on an island hopping to see the infinite bar of white powdery sands.

  • Explore the secluded mangrove forest

  • Paddle your way through a canoe or kayak

  • Snorkel and see the surviving ecosystem of the world underwater.

  • Chill with a bottle of beer with friends over some overdue catch up conversation or jam session.

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HOW TO GET TO CAGBALETE ISLAND


Via Private Transportation

  1. Take Calamba Exit in SLEX and go straight to Los Banos.
  2. From Los Banos, follow the National Highway passing through the towns of Pila, Santa Cruz, Pagsanjan and Luisiana.
  3. Just before Lucban is a fork, one leading to Lucban Town Proper, and another leading to Mauban Port. Take the latter.
  4. Mauban Port is around 20-30 minutes away from the fork.
  5. Taking private transportation to Mauban, Quezon means faster travel time, flexibility in schedule and quick food trip stop-over in the quaint town of Lucban or other neighboring towns in Laguna. Groups of more than 6-8 people can save more compared to public transportation due to Mauban’s proximity to Manila.


Via Public Transportation

  1. Ride the JAC Liner bus straight to Mauban Port for P270. Note, however, that there are only limited trips every day so we advise that you book beforehand. Travel time is 4-5 hours. Another option is to ride a bus from Cubao or Buendia to Lucena. Manila to Lucena via bus takes around 3-4 hours. Bus fare is P200.
  2. From Lucena Bus Terminal, ride a mini-bus to Mauban Port for P60-70. Travel time from Lucena to Mauban Port is around 1-2 hours.
  3. Upon arriving in Mauban Port, register in the tourism office, pay for the environmental fee of P50/person, and ride a passenger boat to Cagbalete Island for P50. There’s a regular schedule of public boats to Cagbalete Island; however, waiting time varies depending on the number of tourists. On low season, they can limit the trips to two/day. On peak season, waiting time for boat can reach up to 3 hours. Alternatively, you may rent a private boat directly to your resort for P3,500, good for 8-10 people.


BUDGET BREAKDOWN AND EXPENSES

Here are some tips to keep your budget under P1,000:

  • Transportation: P250 for a group of 10. This includes gas, toll fees along SLEX and parking in Mauban. Aside from being inconvenient, public transportation is more expensive in total.

  • Boat to Cagbalete Island: P100 round-trip + P50 environmental fee. Though we hired a private boat, roughing it out for the public boat will help you save around P200.

  • Accommodation: P250/head for tent pitching fee. This already includes the entrance fee. By bringing your own tent, you can cut accommodation expenses by half.

  • Food: P300 each for pre-cooked food and food supplies and drinks bought in Mauban Port. Bringing meals and cooking your own food will help you save even more.

  • Extra: P50 each for grilling fee and rental of cooking utensils.



CAGBALETE ISLAND 2D1N ITINERARY

Here's a sample 2 days and 1 night itinerary for Cagbalete Island:


Cagbalete Island 2015

Day 1

2400 Meet Up Jac Liner Kamias Station
0100 ETD Lucena Grand Terminal
0500 ETA Lucena Grand Terminal
0600 ETA Mauban. Register. Breakfast
0700 ETD Sabang Port
0800 ETA Sabang Port
0900 Resort. Check In
1000 Prep/Cook Lunch
1200 LUNCH
1300 Freet Time. Swim. Snorkel
1800 Sunset Viewing
1900 Dinner. Drinks. Socials
2200 Lights Out


Day 2

0500 Wake Up. Sunrise Viewing
0600 Breakfast
0700 Free Time. Swim. Stroll by the beach. Photo Ops
1000 Pack up
1200 Sabang Port
1300 Mauban Port
1400 Grand Terminal
1800 Home




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This is your complete comprehensive guide for DFA Consular Office - SM CDO Downtown Premier



Filipinos anywhere in the country may set an appointment at their preferred DFA branch when applying for their passport for the first time or renewing an old one. 


For those who haven't got a passport, read my guide for NEW PASSPORT APPLICATION.

If you are renewing your passport, go to - PASSPORT RENEWAL APPLICATION PROCESS

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Where to Get a PH Passport

With an SM Government Service Express within your reach, you can now conveniently process your PH Passport Application. There's at least 10 DFA Satellite Offices inside SM Supermalls where you can apply for a new passport or a renewal.



One of those office branches is DFA Consular Office which is located inside SM CDO Downtown Premier in CDO City.

To see all other branches, I have a complete list of ALL DFA BRANCHES IN THE PHILIPPINES.


DFA Consular Office - SM CDO Downtown Premier Services

DFA Consular Office - SM CDO Downtown Premier accepts the following services:


Before Going to DFA Consular Office - SM CDO Downtown Premier

You are required to get an online appointment before you can go to DFA Consular Office - SM CDO Downtown Premier.




How to Get to DFA Consular Office - SM CDO Downtown Premier

If you are looking to visit the DFA SM City Manila for processing your passport application, here are transportation commute options available for you:


Via Public Commuting

The best way to go to SM CDO Downtown Premier is by taking a bus or tricycle.


Via Private Vehicle

For those who are bringing own vehicle, you can follow directions from Google Maps or Waze. Pay parking is available at the mall.


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DFA Consular Office - SM CDO Downtown Premier Address and Schedule

Address: 5th Floor, SM CDO Downtown Premier, Claro M. Recto Ave, cor Osmena St, Cagayan de Oro, 9000
Office Hours: 10AM to 6PM, Monday to Friday



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The Department of Foreign Affairs is the executive department of the Philippine government tasked to contribute to the enhancement of national security, protection of the territorial integrity and national sovereignty, to participate in the national endeavor of sustaining development and enhancing the Philippines' competitive edge, to protect the rights and promote the welfare of Filipinos overseas and to mobilize them as partners in national development, to project a positive image of the Philippines, and to increase international understanding of Philippine culture for mutually-beneficial relations with other countries.


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This is a detailed commuting guide for Alabang Bus Terminal.


Alabang, Muntinlupa is a gateway to the south of Metro Manila (mainly Laguna, Cavite and Batangas). There are several terminals in Alabang including Starmall Alabang, South Station, Festival Mall and Ayala South Park. The terminals serves passengers heading to provinces in the south and Metro Manila.

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In this guide, we will focus on the South Station Transport Terminal, the retail and transport hub located within Filinvest Corporate City, Muntinlupa’s premier satellite city and gateway to the progressive Calabarzon growth corridor.

South Station Bus Terminal

The terminal is directly accessible through the SLEX, Alabang-Zapote Road and West Service Road. Site is at the crossroads of public utility vehicles (PUVs) serving Metro Manila and southern provinces.

Natural convergence point for pedestrian and vehicular traffic – currently serves close to a million commuters daily. The area ranks highest in terms of public mode transfers by passengers and 2nd highest in terms of bus and jeepney trips in Metro Manila Six-hectare multi-modal transport terminal with commercial and retail developments Divisoria of the South.



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South Station Operating Hours

The South Station Terminal operates daily from 4:00 AM to 11:00 PM with bus, jeepney, multicab and van routes going to Batangas, Cavite, Las Pinas and Laguna.


For fares and schedules, please use the search tool below or choose your route here.

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South Station Terminal Route

Here's an updated list of available public transportation routes at the South Station Terminal in Filinvest City, Alabang:


Alabang Bus Fares

City Bus
  • Alabang Town Center  - P13
  • Ayala Center                - P48
  • Market! Market!          - P46 (HM Transport Bus)
  • Bicutan (SLEX)           - P22
  • Buendia                        - P42
  • Glorietta                       - P48
  • Lawton                        - P100 (N Dela Rosa Liner)
  • SM Megamall             - P140 (RRCG Bus)
  • PITX                           - P46
  • Robinsons Galleria     - P140 (RRCG Bus)
  • Shaw Blvd.                 - P140 (RRCG Bus)
  • Ortigas                        - P140 (RRCG Bus)
  • SM Southmall             - P 13
  • Starmall Las Pinas      - P22
  • Sucat                           - P13



Provincial Bus
  • Batangas City               - P200 (N Dela Rosa)
  • Batangas Pier                - P200 (N Dela Rosa)
  • Calamba                        - P66 (HM Transport)
  • Lipa City                       - P125 (N Dela Rosa)
  • Lucena                           - P248 (AB Liner, Barney Autolines, LLI, N Dela Rosa)
  • Sta. Cruz, Laguna          - P147 (HM Transport)
  • Tagkawayan                   - P561 (P&O Transport)


How To Book a Trip / Reserve a Ticket

Here's a step-by-step guide on how you can get a ticket or check available trips online:
  • Go to this link and INPUT the origin and destination in the search box (eg. Manila - Baguio)
  • Input the dates of your desired arrival.
  • Choose if it is One-way or Return trip.
  • Choose the number of seats you wish to book or reserve
  • Then click Find Tickets to search for the available trips


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Restaurants and Food Stalls at South Station Alabang

  • Lugaw Republic
    Service options:     Dine-in · Curbside pickup · No-contact delivery
    Hours: Open 24 hours

  • The Grills
    Service options: Dine-in · Takeout
    Hours: 11AM–10PM

  • Henlin
    Service options:     Dine-in · Takeout
    Hours: 11AM–9PM

  • McDonald's
    Service options: Dine-in · Takeout · Delivery
    Hours: 7AM–10PM

  • Master Siomai
    Service options: Takeout
    Hours: 9AM–9PM


Shopping Malls Near South Station Alabang 

  • Festival Mall
    Address:     Filinvest Corporate City, Commerce Ave, Alabang, Muntinlupa, Metro Manila

  • Starmall Alabang (former Metropolis)
    Address:     S Luzon Expy, Muntinlupa, Metro Manila

  • Alabang Town Center
    Address: Commerce Avenue, corner Madrigal Ave, Ayala Alabang, Muntinlupa, 1780 Metro Manila

  • Ayala Malls South Park
    Address: South Park district, Alabang, Muntinlupa, Metro Manila


HOW TO GET TO SOUTH STATION ALABANG

There are city buses and jeepneys en route to Alabang 24/7. Most of them are dropping off South Station and Starmall Alabang. All you have to do is ask if you can drop off the Alabang Public Market which is just next to (walking distance) South Station Terminal.


South Station Transport Terminal

Address: South Station Complex Spectrum Midway Extension, Alabang, Muntinlupa, 1781 Metro Manila
Operating Hours: 4:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily


Where to Stay in Alabang

Here's a list of hotel and staycation you should book in Alabang, Muntinlupa:

Crimson Hotel Filinvest City Manila

2609 Civic Drive, Entrata Urban Complex , Filinvest City, Alabang, Muntinlupa

Acacia Hotel Manila

5400 East Asia Drive, Alabang, Muntinlupa

The Bellevue Manila

North Bridgeway, Northgate Cyberzone, Filinvest Corporate City, Alabang, Muntinlupa City

Azumi Boutique Hotel

2205 Market Street, Madrigal Business Park Phase III, Alabang, Muntinlupa

Vivere Hotel

5102 Bridgeway Ave. Filinviest Corporate City, Alabang Muntinlupa City




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