Tagaytay Trip 2011

March 25th, 2011

The first time I was in Tagaytay was way back Feb 2009 when I attended a friend's wedding. So when a friend of mine (Ate Ana) suggested that we go to Tagaytay, I said Yes with excitement. The only problem was that, it's hard to go to Tagaytay without someone to drive you there. Thankfully, my friend Edsel was so kind to go with me. It took us around 2 hours (less the hours we spent in Cavite - I need not to mention). We stayed in a budget hotel [5R Hotel]. It was Php1200 per room, but Edsel used his charm and made a deal for 2 rooms for just Php2000. Coolio! 

On our way to tagaytay...Listening to Roxette's "It Must have been love, but it's over now!" :)

Supposedly, we were to have dinner with Ate Ana but since Edsel and I were caught in traffic and went on a detour we arrived in Tagaytay at 11pm. So we just decided to meet up with them in the morning. Edsel and I were famished so we went to grab something to eat at RSM. The food was great, we ordered Pancit, Shanghai Spring Rolls and Sisig. They have a live band, they were alright but not the best and most especially not the type of band that I go for. The annoying part there was that, they kept asking for tips from the people. With raised eye-brow, Edsel was not happy about it. Which meant no tips for them. 

March 26, 2011



I was unable to sleep immediately, it was very windy that night and could hear it from my room. It was 2am when I went to check my facebook but unfortunately the connection was terrible! Frustrated, I just decided to sleep realizing it was already 3:30 in the morning. The next thing I know, Edsel was knocking on my door shouting "Room Service". I'd so wanted to go back to sleep, but I'm only going to be there for the day so I dragged myself out of bed and wasted no time.



Ooppss! the date in my camera is wrong it should be 26th March, 2011 :)

It was still very windy which made me realized that It was not wise to be wearing skirt. We had breakfast at Leslie's in one of their Kubo's facing Taal Volcano. The View was magnificent! You definitely would not want to forget your camera if you decide to dine there. But aside from the view, I heard numerous praises from other people that they have one of the best dishes in town. But I only had the chance to taste one dish, so - I couldn't say if all their foods are all that great. But this "Sinigang na Tanigue" deserves a two thumbs up! :)





      Sinigang na tanigue for breakfast @ leslie's

                           

Just after breakfast, We met up with my  friends and had lunch at one of the local restaurants near the Rotonda. Ate Ana brought food with her which she cooked for me. Yes, she is that sweet! She brought "Ginisang Pusit" and "Sugpo" (Squid & Prawns) . Yummmmmy! Aside from the Pusit, we ordered Sisig, Spring Rolls and lechon Kawali.



After lunch, we headed straight to People's Park which is one of the famous spots for tourist in Tagaytay. It's a good place for picnics and other activities such as horseback riding and of course the Zip Line. I was too afraid to try it and at my current state, I just don't think it's advisable. lol :)

If you plan to visit Taal Volcano, some hotels offer tour packages which basically includes almost everything, the boat ride, horseride, guide etc for more or less Php2000 (per head).

It was dissapointing, because I really thought there was more to Tagaytay than just the views. But maybe cause I was only there overnight and could not fully appreciate it. But yeah, nothing much to see or do. Too bad, my time there was limited as I was scheduled to return back to HK the next day. I hope one day I can go back and get to go around Tagaytay and see more of it. Hopefully soon. :)

My candid moments with Ate Ana :)

Even if Tagaytay did not live up to my expectations, I did have a wonderful time bonding with my friends especially that we only get to see each other once in a blue moon. :)

Till Next time! :)

 Cheers!

-= Bex =-