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Bicol, also called Bicolandia is a peninsula at the southeastern end of the largest Philippine island of Luzon. It is officially called Bicol Region and designated as Region V. The administrative region comprises six provinces — four provinces on the peninsula and two island provinces. The region is a premier destination for both adventure and culture.
By train
There's no available train route from Metro Manila going to Bicol Region.
By plane
Bicol International Airport (DRP) is the main entry point by plane, and is served by PAL Express and Cebu Pacific (and regional carrier Cebgo).
By ferry
Roll-on/roll-off (RO/RO) ferries from Samar call at Matnog port, at the southeastern tip of the mainland, and takes about an hour.
By bus
Provincial buses are plenty, and all the cities and key towns are served by bus. Most major highways are well paved.
By ferry
Ferries and outrigger boats connect Catanduanes, Masbate and some other smaller islands with the mainland.
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Legazpi · International · DRP
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Center of the "Rinconada district" in Camarines Sur.
Regional center, and capital of Albay
A city in the west coast with sunflower plantation.
Capital of Masbate province.
Commercial and economic center of Camarines Sur and is also a pilgrim city.
Capital of Sorsogon province.
Little port city in the east coast, has the ferries to Catanduanes
An awe-inspiring active volcano, known for its almost perfect cone, in Albay.
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