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PROJECT STEERING COMMITTEE MEETING (PStC) AND WORKPACKAGE 1 WORKSHOP 1
15-19 May 2006, IRRI Complex, College – Los Baños, Laguna
…half day activities
• souvenir shopping at alabang
town center mall
• los baños tour
– irri, uplb, national arts center,
botanical garden, dampalit falls,
dalampasigan restaurant (dinner)
major cost for both activities will only be the transportation cost ●
van rental is Php2,000: capacity/van = 10 people, duration = 10 hours max
…shop till you drop
alabang town center
This 18-hectare commercial complex
offers al fresco cafes, a relaxing
ambiance, and the charm of Spanish
Mission architecture. The Center has
two junior anchor stores, two major
supermarkets, over 200 retail and food
establishments, five cinemas, and an
entertainment center.
…a glimpse at los baños
• irri
– the international rice research institute (irri) is an
autonomous, nonprofit agricultural research and
training organization with offices in more than ten
nations. the institute’s main goal is to find sustainable
ways to improve the well-being of present and future
generations of poor rice farmers and consumers while
at the same time protecting the environment.
irri riceworld
..is the world's only
museum devoted to
rice. Annually, more
than 120,000 people,
from near and far,
from prime ministers
to school children,
visit Riceworld to
learn more about rice
and rice research.
…a glimpse at los baños
• uplb
– the university of the philippines los
baños (uplb), situated at the foot of
mount makiling in los baños, laguna, was
the first autonomous campus of the
university of the philippines system. uplb
also has one of the largest campus of
any university in the philippines, having
a total land area of 36 km².
…a glimpse at los baños
CARABAO PARK
The Carabao Park was a tribute to the first
UPLB college, the College of Agriculture.
UPLB is known for in the field of agriculture.
OBLATION
The Oblation is a symbolic of gesture sacrificial
offering of service to the country and humanity and
has become a major landmark in every UP campus.
The Oblation is also a major rallying point for all kinds
of dissent, protest actions and social criticism as well
as expression of public service, nationalism and
patriotism. It is the enduring symbol of the UP
campuses' unity in mission, vision and tradition.
…a glimpse at los baños
CARILLON
The Carillon is believed to exemplify the 'alumni spirit' and
the UPLB's oneness with all UP campuses and with other
universities emphasizing culture and arts. The height
depicts the yearnings of the Filipino youth. Spaces along
the inflexible structure embodies the aura of academic
freedom encouraged in the academe.
BAKER MEMORIAL HALL
The building serves as the present gymnasium
for sports activities in the university. It was
named in honor of the second dean of UPCA,
Dr. Charles Baker. Charles Baker started to
build up the capability of UPLB for extension
activities. This building became a guerilla
headquarters during the Second World War.
…a glimpse at los baños
MAKILING BOTANICAL GARDENS
MBG is a unit of the Makiling Center for Mountain EcoSystems, College of
Forestry and Natural Resources. MBG occupies 300 has. of forest land
distributed into three main sections, the arboretum, nursery, and
recreational areas. There are 1,060 general, 2,087,150 varieties, 2
culvinators of flowering plants and ferns representing 209 families in Mount
Makiling. An exhibit of Philippine wildlife in a diorama setting can be
viewed at the pavilion. Mini waterfalls, gurgling creeks, natural swimming
pools, concrete trails, and nature trails are attractions at the MBG.
…a glimpse at los baños
NATIONAL ARTS CENTER
Established in 1976 as a haven for young and aspiring
artists, the National Arts Center (NAC) is tucked away in
mythical Mt. Makiling, Laguna. Its various buildings and
facilities are scattered over 13.5 hectares of the Makiling
Forest Reservation and also houses the Philippine High
School for the Arts, a government-run secondary
educational institution for gifted young artists.
NAC Open-Air Theater
(Tanghalang Maria Makiling)
St. Marc's Chapel
The NAC's unique location offers a perfect
vacation hideaway and its laid-back and
contemplative atmosphere
sets the mood to relax,
unwind and recharge
one's energies.
The view from the NAC, especially of Laguna de Bay,
the largest freshwater lake in the country is especially
breathtaking.
Marvilla Cottages
(Pugad Aliguyon)
…a glimpse at los baños
DAMPALIT FALLS
Going from Los Baños towards Calamba, after you pass Bayan on your
right and the PCARRD shortcut on your left, the road turns left and then,
after a few hundred meters, right. Immediately after the right curve
there´s a small road with silvercolored pennants hanging over the
entrance on the left. Go as far as you can go on this road and them take
a short walk along the creek to the falls. Parking is Php 15, Entrance is
Php 20 and a hut, if you like one, is Php 350.
DALAMPASIGAN RESTAURANT
Dalampasigan is a small hut restaurant built right on the shore behind
the municipal hall of Los Baños, with half of the dining hall extending
about 10 meters to the water. In here, a great view of the lake makes it
a very pleasant meal for anyone, specially with the delicious native
cuisines in the menu.
whole day activities/tour
• Option 1: Villa Escudero Plantations
and Resort - San Pablo City 4000
(http://www.villaescudero. com/
pages/VILLARATES.htm)
• Option 2: Eagle Point Resort
Bo. Bagalangit, Mabini, Batangas
(http://www.eaglepoint.com.ph/)
Cost for both activities include:
● transportation cost = Php2,200 – Villa Escudero; P3500 – Eagle Point
(capacity/van = 10 people; good for 10 hours, P100/add’l hour)
● day tour package = Php885 – Villa Escudero; Php1,400 – Eagle Point
…villa escudero
A pleasant two-hour drive through scenic countryside brings you to a
historic colonial plantation and rural life of the 1800's. You'll be welcomed
with a warm greeting and a cool tropical drink. Be exhilarated by majestic
volcanic mountains, rows of regal coconut trees, luxuriant fields and the
happy faces and light-hearted voices of the village folk. All combined into a
distinct adventure.
…villa escudero
Recreational Facilities
● River Rafting ● Adult & Kiddie Pools ● Basketball ● Tennis ● Biking
● Volleyball ● PingPong ● Darts ● Mahjong ● Karaoke
DAY TOUR RATES
Monday-Thursday
Friday-Sunday/Holidays
- Adults: Php 885 Children (below 4ft.): Php 440
- Adults: Php 995Php 495
Rates include: Welcome Drink ● Carabao Cart and Jeepney Rides ● Use of
most recreational facilities ● lunch at the waterfalls ● Tour of AERA
Foundation Museum (courtesy of trustees) ● Coconut Harvesting Demo ●
Tour of Rural Village and Chapel ● Philippine Experience Cultural Show every
Friday/Saturday/Sunday/ Holidays (2:00 - 3:15pm)
DAY NIPA HUT RATES: 9 Units, 8:00am-5:00pm
Resort opens at 8:00am daily
- Php 510/day
…eagle point resort
Eagle Point Resort offers you a seaside paradise where you can
experience nature at its most pristine and wondrous. Eagle Point offers a
cornucopia of activities that are guaranteed to suit any visitor. From
snorkeling with the different marine life to diving amidst the coral reefs,
from relaxing business conferences to wild island hopping, from dining in
style to just lazing around our suite and cottages, soaking up the sun, we
guarantee that your stay will be something you will treasure.
DAY TOUR RATE: Php 1,400 net per person
Inclusions: ● Welcome drink ● parking fee ● set lunch ● afternoon snack,
day use of Cabaña (subject to room availability) ● use of resort facilities.
…eagle point resort
OTHER FACILITIES AND SERVICES
Eagle Point is a one-stop relaxation paradise where there is always something to do
that will make guests’ stay a truly extraordinary experience. They offer:
● Scuba Diving Courses - learn the rudiments of this popular aqua sport and get
a chance to explore the wonders of the sea, up close
● Snorkeling Equipment - sea exploration at its best and barest
● Kayaks - for a lazy stroll across the waves
● Jet Skis and Speed Boats - for an adrenaline rush we guarantee you will
never forget
● Island Hopping Tours - for a chance to discover the many wonders of island
life
● Walk-through Aviary - a must-see for bird lovers and bird watchers. Discover
the many species of native wild birds
● Butterfly Park - stroll amidst a visual feast of color and shade
● Kids Playground - a playland for the little ones for a little rough and tumble
You can rent the equipment you need at the Safety Stop Dive Shop and make your
island paradise experience complete!
option 3: ‘going south’
Itinerary: UGU Bigyan Pottery, Liliw (bags, shoes & other accessoriesFilipino made), Paete (hand-carved wood products)
Augusto "Ugu" Bigyan is a ceramics artist. Ugu produces dinnerware sets,
decorative tiles and accent pieces for finishing walls and flooring. He enjoys great
patronage from well-known individuals, up-scale hotels and posh resorts such as
Amanpulo, Campo Travieza, Casa Patricia, El Nido, Hidden Valley and Villa
Escudero.
Aside from artistically displayed clayware, Ugu's workshop/showcase offers quaint huts
with which one can relax and leisurely enjoy a lush garden trimmed with terracotta
chimes, fountains and koi ponds. Meals are served but must be arranged in advance.
LILIW is perhaps best known for its cold water spring resorts, native
homemade sweets and a sizeable shoe shoe industry. The footwear
industry in this part of the province is a sought-after attraction especially by
local tourists. Liliw is now known as the "Footwear Capital of Laguna" and
people all over Metro Manila are going all the way down South to check out
the latest designs in slip-ons, sandals and slippers.
paete
PAETE is home to the lanzones fruit, the "ukit" (woodcarving), the "bakya"
(Philippine woodenshoes), the gayly painted papier-mache "taka", the yo-yo
and other toys...and the magical stories, songs and poems that the people
themselves weave in their various celebrations and day-to-day living.
Paete derived its name from "paet", Tagalog word for chisel, the principal
tool used in woodcarving.
May 18 – Unwinding @ Trace
Dinner and Night Swimming at Trace Suites’ Training Pool
Night Swimming Fee of Php 450.00 includes entrance as well as one
heavy meal. It will be a barbeque party dinner with a minimum number
of 20 guests. Night swimming starts at 6:00 p.m. and ends at 6 a.m.
Trace Suites is located at Traceville Subdivision, Batong Malake, Los
Baños, Laguna 4031 Philippines.