TAGAYTAY

 

Tagaytay is in Cavite, but it is also linked to the nearby provinces of Batangas and Laguna.

 

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Tagaytay is one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations. Tagaytay City provides a good view of the Taal Volcano. The city is a popular summer tourist destination because of its cool climate due to its high altitude.

Tagaytay City lies on top of the Tagaytay Ridge, which, at 640 m (2,100 ft) above sea level, is the highest point in Batangas. The ridge provides a spectacular view of Taal Lake and Taal Volcano in Batangas. This view supports Tagaytay’s main industry, which is tourism.

Tagaytay City is located in the Province of Cavite, on the island of Luzon, approximately 55 km (34 mi) south of Manila. It overlooks Manila Bay on the North, Taal volcano and Taal lake on the south and Laguna Bay on the east.   The City is linked by the national highway to the Metropolitan Manila Area and to the Provinces of Batangas and Laguna.

Tagaytay is as close to paradise as one can find. We present this web site in the spirit of fostering this exceptional city and country. For the first time both Filipino’s and visitors alike can enjoy the wonders that Tagaytay and the Philippines offers at very affordable prices, offering exceptional value for the money.

You will fall in love with the serene surroundings and astonishing views all characterized by the absence of emotional agitation and free from disturbance. Add in the cool clean air and a sparsely populated city and one has practically found paradise! There are so many sights, places and things to do in Tagaytay.

 

PLACES OF INTEREST

 

With its cool climate and clean air, Tagaytay City is the perfect place for leisure activities like picnics, horseback riding, camping, great golfing at two championship courses, plus breath- taking sightseeing.   Tagaytay offers a relaxing and safe haven where you can unwind and lay back after your long haul flight. Tagaytay is just a hop, skip and a jump from Manila’s NAIA International Airport – Ninoy Aquino International Airport, about 90 minutes away, and a short drive from the provinces of Laguna and Batangas.

 

 Taal Volcano

 

Taal Volcano, reputed to be the world’s smallest volcano, rests on a serene blue lake. From Tagaytay, you can arrange a trip to the volcano island in the middle of Taal Lake.

 

 Picnic Grove

 

Picnic Groove , where you can rent cottages for an overnight stay or go horseback riding and play on its mini-park. There’s something for everyone in the family, regardless of their age! Picnic Groove is located along Aguinaldo Highway on the way towards the Royal Taal Inn and Palace in the Sky.

 

 Enchanted Kingdom

 

Enchanted Kingdom  is definitely for the kids but the entire family will enjoy this as well. It’s only a half hour drive from Tagaytay, located nearby in Binan, Laguna. This is the Philippines version of Disneyland, but at far more reasonable prices.  

 

 Palace in the Sky

 

Palace in the Sky , the unfinished mansion of former President Ferdinand Marcos, has been converted and renamed the People’s Park in the Sky . Without a doubt this offers the most speculator view of Taal volcano, no if, ands or buts about it!

The Palace in the Sky was built for the official state visit of the former US President and Mrs. Ronald Reagan, though the Reagan’s cancelled their trip due to the general unrest and Marcos’ problems at the time. Looking at the shell of the palace today, it’s hard to imagine the opulence and splendor it enjoyed during its heyday. Hollywood stars like George Hamilton entertained the Marcos’ and their cronies with such ostentatious and fragrant displays of wasting money, it became one of the final nails in the Marcos’ political coffin. They must have had some wild and outrageous parties there!

 

 Tagaytay Highlands

 

Tagaytay High Lands , There are two 18-hole par 72 golf courses set amidst hilly terrain and ravines.  Tagaytay Highlands is highly rated offering two of the, if not the two best golf courses in the Philippines. Throw in all kinds of facilities like a driving range, movies, bowling, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, plus 29 world class restaurants, and you have a world class establishment that is hard to beat anywhere! 

As if one great golf course isn’t good enough, how about two great courses! 

 

 Orchard Golf Club

 

Orchard Golf Club opened for play in January 1995 with two Championship layouts designed by golfing legends Arnold Palmer and Gary Player. Both courses are situated in what was formerly a Mango orchard planted some sixty five years ago by Dean Conrado Benitez Sr. Self designated as a bird and wildlife sanctuary, the courses abound with indigenous flora and fauna. 

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White Cove Resort

 

White Cove Resort – Though not located within Tagaytay, an excellent beach resort, just 45 minutes from the Royal Taal Inn, will find you in Nasugbu, Batangas at the White Cove Resort. We were very impressed with the clean white sand and clear waters. We recommend a day visit to this beach resort or for an overnight stay in order to top up your sun tan. In fact a dear friend had their honeymoon at the White Cove and can’t stop raving about how great it was. Highly recommended as the White Cove’s Beach is far superior to the waters found elsewhere at Nasugbu.

 

Flower Farm

 

The Flower Farm , on a windy slope of a hill in Tagaytay City sprawls a flower farm that keeps Manila abloom whole year round. The five-hectare flower farm has many varieties of flowers such as chrysanthemums with assorted colors, gerberas, carnations, roses, and anthuriums.

 

Hidden Valley

 

Hidden Valley , in Laguna province resting at the foot of Mt. Makiling, where a mineral spring flows from the mountain’s lush greenery teeming with wild orchids and tropical ferns, is about 2 hours away.

 

Caylabne Beach

 

Caylabne Beach , (among its unique features is a magnetic field) and Puerto Azul Resort (with luxurious accommodations, golf course and fine dining restaurants).

 

Banyan Tree Evercrest

 

Banyan Tree Evercrest situated at Nasugbu Batangas is just 15 minutes away from Casino Filipino-Tagaytay . It boasts of an 18-hole par 72 championship golf course and offers first-class amenities, including a five-star hotel. Banyan Tree Evercrest Hotel and Country Club was designed by golfing legend Arnold Palmer. The course measures 6,702 yards and plays to a par of 72.

 

Casino Filipino Tagaytay

 

Casino Filipino Tagaytay : Those who like to try lady luck will not be disappointed with Casino Filipino Tagaytay. You’ll find everything you need under one roof in this mountain haven of gaming pleasure with smiling dealers, solicitous attendants and top notch entertainment.

 

Taal Lake Yacht Club

 

Taal Lake Yacht Club was set up primarily as a sailing club. However, the way it is set up, it is now considered one of the best campgrounds within 1 hour from Metro Manila, Luzon, Philippines.

 

Visiting Tagaytay will become one of your lifetime travel highlights.

 

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

 

Cavite – the Historical Capital of the Philippines

Colorful Festivals in Cavite

It’s Fun in Cavite

Interesting Spots in Cavite

Come and Visit Tagaytay

 

 

 

 

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