Nature Trips, ATV Tours, and Other Must-Try Activities in Albay, Philippines

When choosing a hotel in Legazpi City, Albay, Philippines, make sure it is one with which you will experience nothing but the best hospitality and care. The Oriental Legazpi is a popular choice. It provides travelers with a serene and intimate venue for vacations, and also offers a great base to see the rest of the Albay province.

Here are the places to check out and things to do here:

1. Bask in the beauty of Palale Falls in Malinao or head up to the forest of Malilipot, where 7 hidden falls are waiting to be found. Take a relaxing dip in the water then capture photos of the breathtaking scenery.

2. Visit the Marine Reserve at San Miguel Island. Here, you can witness an amazing view of colorful corals, fish, and other marine life.

3. Spelunkers will enjoy going through the Hoyop-Hoyopan Cave features natural limestone formations, numerous entry and exit points, and breezy, well-ventilated passages.

4. Have a different kind of beach experience by taking time to see Sogod Beach in the rural town of Bacacay. The jet-black shoreline in the area stretches for a few kilometers right on the eastern slope of Mt. Mayon.

5. Thrill-seekers will have their fill at Embarcadero de Legazpi. This mall has the Edge Walk, where you can walk high up along a metal railing with the view of the entire Legazpi.

6. Shop for native products and Pasalubong at the Satellite Market near the Central Bus Terminal or Albay Pasalubong Center. Before going back to your hotel in Legazpi, Albay, buy home goods and native handicrafts from the finest abaca products like bags, wallets, footwear, colorful home decorations as well as cutlery and pottery.

7. Visit century-old churches like the San Juan Bautista Church in Tabaco City, Our Lady of the Gate in Daraga, or St. John the Baptist in Camalig. If the spiritual journey alone doesn't attract you, the Baroque architecture, richly decorated facade, and intricate images carved out from volcanic stones will do the trick.

8. Speaking of churches, you shouldn't miss paying a visit to the ruins of the Cagsawa Church left by the eruption of Mayon Volcano in 1814. This is a perfect place to take a wide-angle photograph of the perfectly shaped volcano.

*For more information on The Oriental Legazpi Hotel in Albay, Philippines, visit its website at http://www.legazpi.theorientalhotels.com/, which boasts a direct-booking system that gives instant confirmation.