Out-of-town trips (2)

See the Philippines, particularly Luzon, has been our mantra for several years now.
We've been to Clark, Subic and Tagaytay. We also went to Batangas last year.

Re Clark. Once we stayed in Holiday Inn and as most hotels go, it was very comfortable. But I prefer staying in Fontana as it has a homey feel: a wide living room, a veranda, centralized airconditioning, two bedrooms, a maid's room, a dining room, parking. We even cooked some meals while there. The last time we went, however, there was a typhoon (what timing) and sadly, a brownout. There was an emergency lamp that lit our unit but not for long. Luckily, because it was raining, it wasn't too uncomfortable even if the aircon was off. One thing about Clark, though. Stores close at 6:30 or 7. So there's not much one can do except watch TV in the evening.

As for food choices, there is (was?) a Korean restaurant that served very good food though it was a bit expensive. There is (was?) Red Crab which was also very good but was not disabled friendly in the sense that there were several steps one had to negotiate to get into the restaurant. Waiters were very helpful, though. There is (was?) a German restaurant as well but we didn't try that out.

Places to go to in Clark? When we were there last, a resort was being constructed but it was for members only so we weren't able to find out what it was about. We also saw the auditorium (gym?) built during the term of FVR which Doy Laurel had a hand in as well. Pity it's hardly used.

A friend said we should have tried the sisig near the railway tracks but we weren't able to because when we're in Clark, we don't venture into the city. Will we ever go back to Clark? There's no reason not to, but there's no compelling reason to go back yet either.