TAGAYTAY , 70km south of Manila, perches on a 600-metre-high ridge overlooking Taal Volcano, and because of its cool climate – on some days it even gets foggy – is a popular weekend retreat from the heat of the nearby capital. Unfortunately, rash development and abuse of building restrictions have rather turned Tagaytay into the tourist town from hell, with congested roads and menacing shoals of tricycles. Thankfully, you don't actually have to go as far as Tagaytay itself to enjoy spectacular views of the volcano. The views are best if you get off the bus near the Taal Vista Lodge Hotel , where you can … more »
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Seeing as Lake Taal and Taal Volcano set the landscape for Tagaytay,... more »
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The rooms aren't that big but they're very clean and the owners are accommo... more »
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Gourmet's Cafe This cafe outside of Tagaytay started the trend of veggie... more »