Tag: Misamis Oriental

We missed whitewater rafting when we visited Cagayan de Oro (CDO) and Camiguin in 2013. So, when the group returned to Mindanao two years after, we could not afford to skip the activity for the second time. First thing we did when we reached CDO was look for Kagay, the most popular white water rafting organization in CDO, and booked a slot for 5. Despite the sun burn and aching feet we got when we visited Asik-Asik Falls in Alamada, Cotabato, and Tinago and Maria Christina Falls in Iligan, everybody anticipated with enthusiasm. In preparation for the big event, we ... Read more

The recently opened Laguindingan International Airport (CGY) now serves as the main entry point to the Northern Mindanao, serving the cities of Cagayan de Oro in Misamis Oriental and Iligan in Lanao del Norte. The new hub, which opened June 15, 2013, replaced the Lumbia Airport which now serves as a minor airbase of the Philippine Air Force. CGY features a 2.1 kilometer paved runway, a two-level terminal building, a control tower, two gates with tarmac, 2 conveyor belts for baggage claims, and an Instrument Landing System (which is expected to complete in 2014). It serves flights to and from ... Read more