Beach Destinations in Bicol for Summer 2015

Summer is around the corner. At this point in time, you are perhaps scouting for the best beach to get that perfect tan or watch the perfect sunset. You are probably considering the famous beaches of the country. But wait, what about traveling to the up-and-coming beaches of Bicol? You might be surprised that they are as competitive just as they are amazingly beautiful!

Sts. Peter and Paul Cathedral in Sorsogon City

The Sts. Peter and Paul Cathedral, or the Sorsogon Cathedral, is perhaps the most distinguishable landmark in the city. It is the seat of the Parish of Sts. Peter and Paul and of the Diocese of Sorsogon. The Feast of Sts. Peter and Paul is observed on June 29 of each year. On that same date, the City of Sorsogon also celebrates the annual Pili Festival which showcases the pili nut through colorful street dances, trade fairs and cooking competition using the pili nut as an ingredient.

Mercedes Country Lodge in Sorsogon City

Mercedes Country Lounge is a budget hotel in Sorsogon City located at the city's commercial center. It is strategically located along the national highway (Rizal Street) and within walking distance to restaurants such as Bigg's Diner, banks and transport terminals. It is also an ideal base for travelers who wish to explore nearby attractions or go on a day trip to the neighboring Gubat for surfing.

Gubat, Sorsogon: a Surfing Destination in Bicol

Located on the east coast of the province of Sorsogon is the town of Gubat, Bicol's answer to the growing number of surfing destinations in the Philippines. Gubat faces the Pacific Ocean making it an all-year surfing haven for travellers who wish to learn how to surf. For the more experienced surfers, the months of October to March are the best time to visit Gubat. Surfing competitions happen in Gubat every October during the Gubat October Swellfest.

Bigg's Diner in Sorsogon City

Bigg's Diner Sorsogon is a fastfood restaurant in Sorsogon City offering classic Filipino and American dishes set in an American retro diner. It is part of Bigg's Diner Group, the biggest food chain in the Bicol Region with a total of 15 branches including three branches in Batangas and Laguna. Bigg's Diner Sorsogon is strategically located in the commercial center of the city, near Save More Supermarket. It is easily accessible either by tricycle or just by walking.