I
have been going to Marinduque every Christmas since I can remember. I have decided
to create write up about my Hometown Province, Marinduque. Some of
my friends thought that Marinduque is located in Visayas, but actually it is in
Luzon. Marinduque is a place which is very close to my heart since
my Father grew up here. I just want to make a guide from a local’s
perspective.
Things to Do in Marinduque
1. Experience the
Moriones Festival which happens every Holy Week
2. Enjoy the first class
treatment at Bellarocca Island Resort and Spa
3. Sun Bathing at Maniwaya Sand Bars
4. Island Hopping at Natangco Island
5. Pray at the Boac Cathedral
5.
6. Explore the Island of Marinduque in one whole Day (ROUND
MARINDUQUE)
See the towns of Boac, Mogpog, Santa Cruz, Torijjos,
Buenavista, Gasan
6.
7. Buy Pasalubong at Rejano’s Bakery. Home of the Famous Arrowroot Cookies
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Where to Eat in Marinduque?
1. Café Mamita
Must
Try: Bulalo, Bulalo Steak, Grilled Tanigue, LechonKawali, Grilled Squid and
Barbeque
Price
Range:P100 to P300 per person
Location:
1st Floor, Boac Hotel
1. Barbarosa Pub
This is the only 6 star resort in the Philippines which is very similar to the islands of Santorini in Greece. Amenities include a 9 hole golf course, Jacuzzis, seaside pools , a spa and private villas. This is perfect for high profile individuals who want privacy from the real world.
Must
Try: Pizza and Sausages
Price
Range: P150 to P400 per person
Location:
Gasan, Marinduque
3. Crispy PataniKa Ambo
Must
try: Crispy Pata
Price
Range: P300 to P400
Location:
Sta. Cruz, Marinduque
4. Cely’s Kitchenette
Must
Try: Bopis
Price
Range:P100-200
Location:
Boac, Marinduque
Where to Stay in Marinduque?
1. Bellarocca Island Resort and Spa
This is the only 6 star resort in the Philippines which is very similar to the islands of Santorini in Greece. Amenities include a 9 hole golf course, Jacuzzis, seaside pools , a spa and private villas. This is perfect for high profile individuals who want privacy from the real world.
If
you’re looking for Hotel which is located in the City Center this will be the
perfect place for you. This hotel is strategically located near the tourist
attractions, like the museum, the Boac Cathedral, the Plaza and the tourism
office. There are also many restaurants and ATM located near the
hotel. The food in hotel is quite good which serves authentic
Filipino Cuisinie. They also have a gift shop which sells the Famous Arrowroot
Cookies by Rejano’s Bakery. The Boac Hotel is very affordable which is
convenient for families, solo travelers, tourists and businessmen. They also
have Free Breakfast for 2 and WIFI.
I3. Beach Club Cagpo Hostel
I
think this place is perfect for people who like to soul search and have a great
time. This place is perfect for friends who want to bond and for people who
like to do some food tripping. They have affordable rooms for P1,500 which can
fit 4 people. They also serve Italian and American food.
What to Buy in Marinduque?
Arrowroot
Cookies at Rejano’s Bakery
Taste
the tasty Urarocookies which isMarinduque’s pride.
Price
Range: P35 to 125
Location:
Brgy. Lipa, Sta. Cruz,
Marinduque
Try
also their Pandesal, Bonete, Lakas and Banana Chips
How to get to Marinduque?
BY AIR Unfortunately
Zest Air has cancelled their flights from Manila to Marinduque since the
airport is being constructed
BY SEA.
There are daily trips from Lucena, Quezon to Mogpog, Marinduque.
There
are two type of boats that goes to Marinduque the Fast Craft which will take
you 2 hours and the roll on roll off (RORO) which will take you about 2.5 hours
to 4 hours. Montegro Shipping Lines and Star Horse offers theses modes of
transportation.
BY LAND.
There
are two ways to go to Marinduque one is to drive by yourself to Lucena, Quezon
via Star Toll way and bring your car to the roll on roll off. It’s advisable to
bring your own car since it’s hard to commute in Marinduque. There are jeeps
and tricycles are the only available mode of transportation via Commute.
An
easier way to ride the JAC Liner Bus from Cubao to Marinduque. This will take
you directly to Marinduque since the Bus transfers to the RORO and it will take
to Mogpog, Marinduque.
Marinduque Boat Schedule
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Lucena-Balanacan
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Balanacan-Lucena
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4:00 AM
12:00 NN
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8:00 AM
4:00 PM
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Lucena-Cawit
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Cawit-Lucena
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12:00 MN
4:00 PM
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12:00 NN
8:00 PM
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FAST CRAFT
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Lucena-Balanacan
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Balanacan-Lucena
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2:00 AM
10:00 AM
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6:00 AM
2:00 PM
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For Reservations Please Call:
Lucena:(042) 3737084 /09258891169
Marinduque: 0915-9945518/ 09178922336
09493221284/ 09331691399
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2 Days /1 Night Marinduque Itinerary
Day 1
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1:00 AM
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Depart Manila Via Private Van/ Door to Door/ Jac Liner
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5:00 AM
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Arrive Dalahican Pier (Lucena, Quezon)
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6:00 AM
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Depart Dalahican Pier Via RORO or Fast Craft
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9:00 AM
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Arrive Marinduque
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10:00 AM
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Check in at Boac Hotel
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12:00
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Hire a Van for a ROUND MARINDUQUE TOUR
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8:00 AM
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Dinner at Boac
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Day 2
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7:00 AM
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Breakfast
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8:00 AM
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Experience the Maniwaya Sand Bars
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12:00
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Lunch
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3:00 PM
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Pack up things
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4:00 PM
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Check Out Hotel
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5:00 PM
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Depart Marinduque
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11:30 PM
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Arrive Manila
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For More Information
Bellarocca Island Resort and Spa
Barangay - Tungib - Lipata, Municipality of Buenavista Province of Marinduque, Philippines
Telephone: +63 2 817 7290; +63 2 310 9931
Email:info@bellaroccaresorts.com
Website: www.bellaroccaresorts.com
Rates: $400 to $5000 (USD)
Barangay - Tungib - Lipata, Municipality of Buenavista Province of Marinduque, Philippines
Telephone: +63 2 817 7290; +63 2 310 9931
Email:info@bellaroccaresorts.com
Website: www.bellaroccaresorts.com
Rates: $400 to $5000 (USD)
Address:Brgy. San Miguel, Boac,Marinduque
Rates: P1,200- P2,200 per room per night
Tel: (042)3321121
