Tourism at San Jose, Occidental Mindoro

Tourism at San Jose, Occidental Mindoro

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2. San Jose had its beginnings in the 14th century when Chinese traders anchored at the shores of Mangarin (derived from the word Mandarin, an official Chinese palace, the remains of which can still be found in the old barrio of Mangarin ), the oldest settlement in the southern portion of Mindoro. HISTORY

3. When the Spanish took possession of the island in the18th century, the first site of the  presidencia was in sitio of Sinaoga , on the western side of Barrio Sta. Teresa (now part of Magsaysay). A year later, it was transferred to Caminawit

4. In 1911, Pandurucan , the old name of San Jose, became the seat of the Civil Government with Don German Ramirez as its first appointed leader up to 1915. The town’s name was derived from its patron saint . St. Joseph/ San Jose

5. On December 15, 1944, during World War II, Ilin Island was the landing site of U.S. forces during the invasion of Mindoro.

6. During the American reoccupation Bibiano Gaudiel replaced Isabelo Abeleda who regain his position in 1955. From then on, San Jose began to experienced massive population influx due to existence of Philippine Sugar Mill located in Barangay Central

7. Area Code: 043 Area (sq. kms .): 551.93 Population (2000): 118,807 No. of Barangays: 38 Income Class: First Zip Code: 5100

8. economic

9. financial

10. cultural

11. educational

12. Largest Commercial Sea Port and Airport in the Province

13. Numerous diversities teeming with myriad of colorful corals and exotic tropical fish

14. Major Market or transit point for agricultural and commercial products

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18. MANILA From Manila take bus to Batangas Pier around 2 hours From Batangas Pier, get a ship to Abra de Ilog , takes about 2 ½ hours From Abra de Ilog , take bus going to San Jose via National High Way for about 7 hours Route From Manila to San Jose via Abra de Ilog VIA DIMPLE STAR BUS Manila to San Jose  -- 950pesos San Jose to Manila -- 950 pesos 

19. MANILA From Manila take bus to Batangas Pier around 2 hours From Batangas Pier, get a ship to Calapan Pier, takes about 2 ½ hours From Calapan , take bus going to San Jose via National High Way for about 7 hours Route From Manila to San Jose via Calapan VIA DIMPLE STAR BUS Manila to San Jose  -- 950pesos San Jose to Manila -- 950 pesos 

20. Have 237-km./55-min. flights to San Jose from Manila for 45 minutes Route From Manila to San Jose via Airplane Flight Frequency Depart Arrive Flight Frequency Depart Arrive 5J-513 MO/TH/ FR/SU 0540 0630 5J-514 MO/TH/ FR/SU 0700 0750

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22. Villa Paulina Where to Stay

23. Villa Paulina Where to Stay 043.491.1656 0928.524.7394 www.villapaulinabeachresort.com Address: Mindoro Landing Monument, Bubog Rd. San Jose, Occidental Mindoro Terms and Conditions Rates include complimnetary breakfast except for Attic Room Check in time is 12:00 noon, check-out time is 2pm Early check-in is subject to availability Extended check-out time may be requested and be subjected to an additional charge All rooms are good for two except for the attic room, additional charge for extra person, age 8 and above All rates are exclusive of 10% service charge

24. Glendenning Hotel and Resto Where to Stay

25. Glendenning Hotel and Resto Where to Stay 09999904855 www.facebook.com/glendenning-hotel-resort Address: San Jose, Occidental Mindoro Services Now Glendening resort is already WIFI ZONE . Also they have fuction hall for wedding or seminars and any occasions..air condition rooms..big pool and small pool for kids

26. Aroma Family Hotel Where to Stay

27. Aroma Family Hotel Where to Stay 0928.716.7854 0939.110.6362 www.facebook.com/aromafamily Address: Bubog Rd. San Jose, Occidental Mindoro Services Our hotel offers one of the premier facilities in town with five air-conditioned family rooms and 16 air-conditioned regular rooms with hot and cold shower, cable and Wi-Fi connections. Also, there are three conference halls that are ideal venues for wedding, birthday, debut and anniversary celebrations. Our main conference hall can accommodate 1000 persons for theater and 400 heads for banquet. Guests can also enjoy our two large swimming pools for kids and adults. One can also feel the romantic ambience of our native restaurant which offers a wide array of cuisine that will be enjoyed by our customers .

28. Sikatuna Beach Hotel and Resto Where to Stay

29. Sikatuna Beach Hotel and Resto Where to Stay 043.491.4108 043.491.2182 0919.299.6393 [email protected] Address: Airport Road San Roque , San Jose, Occidental Mindoro Services VENUES FOR SPECIAL EVENTS   We have facilities to suit various events including wedding receptions, private meetings, corporate seminars and conferences. We have indoor and outdoor venues to accomodate these events. Also, we provide food and beverage catering. MAHARLIKA ROOM   Can accomodate up to 90 people for banquets, and up to 150 people in classroom or seminar settings. DATU ROOM   Can accomodate up to 50 people for banquets, and up to 60 people in classroom or seminar settings. 

30. White House Hotel Where to Stay

31. White House Where to Stay 043.491.1656 0999.138.5854 0927.871.0022 [email protected] Address: Mindoro Landing Monument, Bubog Rd. San Jose, Occidental Services At White House Beach Resort, all of our rooms have cable TV, air conditioning, a  mini fridge, and marble bathrooms with hot & cold water. WiFi is available in the  common areas such as the dining room and verandas. Meals are served wherever you prefer - have breakfast on your private balcony,  a picnic in one of our gardens,  or a romantic dinner at one of our beachfront cottages. White House Family Suites : P 3,500 White House De Luxe Rooms : P 2,500 Every room has a large marble bathroom with a bath tub, bidet, hot & cold water, and fresh towels daily.

32. Pilot Lounge Where to Stay

33. Pilot Lounge Where to Stay 043.840.0624 [email protected] http:www/elmorahotel.com Address: Airport Road San Roque , San Jose, Occidental Mindoro

34. Sikatuna Town Hotel Where to Stay

35. Sikatuna Town Hotel Where to Stay 043.491.1274 Address : Sikatuna Cor Airport Road, San Jose, Occidental Mindoro Services Has 12 single/double rooms (non- airconditioned rooms with or without bath, airconditioned rooms with bath and TV) and a restaurant. 

36. Jasmine Royal Hotel Where to Stay

37. Jazmine Where to Stay [phone] 09463567415 www.jazminerolyalehotel.weebly.com Address: Sikatuna St., Barangay 4, San Jose, Occidental Mindoro Services Family Room  -  PhP 2,400.00 1 Queen Sized Bed 1 Queen Sized Bed with Top Bunker 24” Cable T.V. Refrigerator Air-Conditioned Hot and Cold Shower with Bathtub Limited from 5 to 6 persons only Also includes: Towels Toiletries Services Twin Double Bed Room  -  PhP 1,800.00 2 Queen Sized Bed 24” Slim Cable T.V. Refrigerator Air-Conditioned Hot and Cold Shower Limited from 4 to 5 persons only Also includes: Towels Toiletries Services Single Room  -  PhP 750.00 1 Twin Sized Bed 14” Cable T.V. Air-Conditioned Hot and Cold Shower Limited to 2 persons only Also includes: Towels Toiletries

38. West Town Hotel Where to Stay

39. Jazmine Where to Stay [phone] Address : Burgos St. San Jose, Occidental Mindoro

40. Mindoro Plaza Hotel Where to Stay

41. Mindoro Plaza Hotel Where to Stay 09178218968 Address : Zamora St. San Jose, Occidental Mindoro Services Their fan room with its own bathroom costs around Php 300. Good location, near a grocery store and Jollibee. Price speaks for type of stay, Php1,100 for a matrimonial room .

42. Mindoro Grand Hotel Where to Stay

43. Mindoro Plaza Hotel Where to Stay 09178218968 Address : Lopez Jaena St. San Jose, Occidental Mindoro Services With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the city's must-see destinations. At Mindoro Grand Hotel, the excellent service and superior facilities make for an unforgettable stay. A selection of top-class facilities such as 24-hour room service, laundry service, smoking area can be enjoyed at the hotel. Guests can choose from 18 rooms, all of which exude an atmosphere of total peace and harmony. The hotel offers many unique recreational opportunities such as massage. Mindoro Grand Hotel is a smart choice for travelers to San Jose (Mindoro Occidental), offering a relaxed and hassle-free stay every time.

44. Kusina ni Lea Kusina has friendly service and a good seafood selection, including sweet-and-sour lapu-lapu (grouper) and grilled squid. It also might be the only restaurant in Occidental Mindoro – except for Jollibee – with air-con.

45. Nice & Spice Kusina has friendly service and a good seafood selection, including sweet-and-sour lapu-lapu (grouper) and grilled squid. It also might be the only restaurant in Occidental Mindoro – except for Jollibee – with air-con.

46. Jollibee

47. INTRODUCTION San Jose is a standard provincial town, with most people just passing through or using it as a gateway point to Palawan or the magnificient Apo Reef. Stick around though and you’ll see, that this is the kind of place where friendship flows freely. It’s also home to world class diving and an abundance of marine life. People may try and touch your skin here, but with the accompanying look of bewilderment, and eyes that know no malice – it’s hard to get upset. Just smile back and drop some Tagalog, you’ll amazed at the reaction you get.

48. Arapay Falls Fresh Water Relaxing Ambiance

49. Devil’s Mountain A huge set of pointed peaks Marvelling at the stunning landscape

50. Mangarin Historical Site Historical Records Garison ruins

51. Mangarin Hanging Bridge 40 meters long Tricky thing to navigate

52. Brgy . Central Historical Park Philippine Sugar Mill Plantation

53. For everyone of us believes in our creator, Jesus Christ and every place we go, we always wish to come and worship Him and praise Him. So you are blessed and welcome in different known Churches in San Jose

54. Churches New and Impressive Church

55. San Jose Town Plaza San Jose Municipal Hall Statue of Rizal Outdoor Stage Children’s Playground Statue of Mangyan Fiesta Lantern

56. BARS

57. Chowder San Jose is haven for live music, with restaurants such as Chowder (Rizal st. opposite Jolibee ) hosting bands every night of the week. Although covers of western pop songs from yesteryear are the norm, if you’re lucky enough, you might just hear some Filipino folk songs

58. Aroma Beach In the morning you can see joggers, manong at ale shouting “ Taho ”, freshly cook foods wait for the “ Pukot ” wherein they could buy good and less expensive fish At sunset, take a walk along the beach and you’ll see couples sitting at seashore, familes and barkadas relaxing in there

59. Grandiya Karaoke and sing along bars together with  

60. Eder The Eder Live Music and Restobar (ELMAR) provides the best food and live band entertainment in town. Come and enjoy the night.

61. Precious Inasal Where you can order different kinds of seafood and other foods of your choice. You have to wait a minute and pamper your self-looking at the over viewing Aroma beach while waiting for your freshly cook orders

62. Not only is it the biggest Island in the group but it also has around 5 beaches, several dive spots and an abundance of shells that the locals harvest. And near its northern coast is another interesting island detour before we explore another beach

63. Manadi Island Manadi Island 15 minutes from the coast White Sand Home for turtles Sudden appearance

64. Inasakan White Beach 30-45 minutes ride A powdery white sand Jump off to other sites in Ilin Burial Caves Snorkeling Sites

65. Grace Island Contact Information: Mobile #: [phone] Email: [email protected] One of the province premier Floating cottages Wide array of activities

66. Ambulong Island Blue Water White sand Green Resort Use of renewable energy Contact Information: Email: [email protected]

67. Ilin Chruch Santisima Trinidad Chapel A place of worship Fr. Fernando Suarez 45 minute boat ride 40 murals

68. The town honors its Patron Saint, St. Joseph, the Worker, every 1 st of May which coincides with its Foundation Day.

69. Indak Pandurukan

70. Bb. San Jose

71. MANGYAN DAY Saknungan , a Mangyan word is literally meant bayanihan , the spirit of cooperation and unity at work, which is practiced by the people of Mindoro in their everyday activities, especially during the planting and harvesting season of the palay , the major agricultural product of Occidental Mindoro.

72. budyongan

73. Balik san jose

74. BIKE A THON

75. Katakot ka November 1 All Saints Day features Haloween Custome Contest

76. On ordinary days… At the Beach

77. On ordinary days… At the Beach

78. On ordinary days… At the Beach

79. On ordinary days… In the Farm

80. On ordinary days… Tree Planting

81. On ordinary days… Tree Planting

82. On ordinary days… In the community

83. On ordinary days… Vendor’s at the Plaza

84. On ordinary days… Vendor’s at the Plaza

85. On ordinary days… In the farm In the Beach In the Community Tree Planting San Jose at Night

86. Be ready to be blow away with the many possibilities that await you in our beautiful San Jose San Jose… where possibilities are endless San Jose… your portal to possibilities

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