World Archery Philippines World Archery Philippines is the national governing body for archery in the Philippines. It used to be known as the Philippine Archers’ National Network and Alliance (PANNA) and the Archery Federation of the Philippines prior to that. It is accredited by the World Archery Federation, the governing body for the sport of archery in the world.
Dear WAP Members and Club Members,
World Archery Philippines, in partnership with the Local Government Unit (LGU) of the City of Ormoc, will organize the 2017 Philippine Archery Cup Leg 2 on July 13 – 16, 2017.
You are all invited to participate on this event. But first, let’s take a quick look on our venue…
All about the venue:
Ormoc, officially the City of Ormoc or simply referred to as Ormoc City, is a 1st class independent component city in the province of Leyte in the region of Eastern Visayas of the Philippines. According to the 2015 census, it has a population of 215,031 inhabitants, making it the second most-populous city in the province after the provincial capital, Tacloban City. Ormoc is the economic, cultural, commercial and transportation hub of western Leyte. Ormoc City is an independent component city, not subject to regulation from the Provincial Government of Leyte. However, the city is part of the IV Congressional District of Leyte together with Albuera, Kananga, Merida, Palompon and Isabel. On November 8, 2013, the city was extensively damaged by Super Typhoon Yolanda, having previously suffered severe destruction and loss of life in 1991 from torrential flooding during Tropical Storm Thelma. The city’s name is derived from ogmok, an archaic Visayan term for “lowland” or “depressed plain”. The city also celebrates an annual thanksgiving festival called the Tugob Festival.(source from: Wikipedia)
How to get to Ormoc:
From Manila
By plane
Currently there are no direct flights to Ormoc City. To get to Ormoc, one can take a flight (Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines or Zest Air) to either Cebu or Tacloban. If you take the flight to Cebu, you then take either a fastcraft (2 hr ride) or the slow boat (5 hr trip) to Ormoc City. If you take the flight to Tacloban City, you have to take a two-hour car ride to Ormoc City.
By boat
There are some shipping companies that have direct trips from Manila to Ormoc City.
By bus/car
One can drive to Ormoc City (a 24 hr road trip), or can take a bus. On the way, you’ll pass through several provinces, and tourist attractions (like Mayon Volcano in Albay).
From Cebu
By boat
One can either take the fastcraft (Pier 1), which is a two-hour boat ride. There are around three trips every day. One can also take the slow boat. The trips takes about 5 hours and there are some boars that depart at 1 pm and another boat that leaves at 10 pm (and arrives at about 4 am the following day).
By car
One can drive to Ormoc, but will have to load your car on a barge (either in Cebu City or Danao City).
From Mindanao
One can either take the bus directly to Ormoc or drive to Ormoc City. If you decide to take a plane or boat, the nearest airport and seaport would be Cebu.
From other countries
The most accessible entry point to the Philippines is by taking a flight with Cebu as your point of entry (Mactan Cebu International Airport), from there, you take a cab to the wharf (Pier 1) and take a fastcraft to Ormoc City.
Lodging in Ormoc City (from http://www.tlbf.ph/lodging.html)
*prices are subject to change (please click below RoomRates (Ormoc)
What to See and Do in Ormoc City (source http://triptheislands.com)
Well, it’s about time you get to know the city known as the Beauty by the Bay. Like most tourist destinations with a unique moniker, there are perfectly good reasons why Ormoc is called as such.
Lake Danao
Lake Danao, Ormoc Image Source: leytetravel.com
Ask anyone who’s been to Ormoc and Lake Danao will always top the list of must-visit areas. While most lakes have an indistinct shape, Lake Danao takes the shape of a violin or a guitar, as some would say. This should be interesting to watch on an aerial view, right? The lush mountains surrounding it, completes the stunning vista that Lake Danao provides.
When visiting, you can choose to do more than just take in the view. There are floating cottages where you can enjoy a picnic, boats to hire for a cruise and a vast area suited for trekking. You can also go camping, biking, kayaking and fishing. Along with Lake Kasudsuran and Lake Janagdan, Lake Danao is among the three well-known lakes in Ormoc City.
Punta de la Reina
This is the oldest bridge in the city, built during the Spanish times and used as a docking area for traders. As the rest of Ormoc evolves, Punta de la Reina remains to be the last evidence of Spanish colonization, which is why it deserves a spot in the list of Spanish Bridges in the Philippines. While the bridge is short and looks fairly common, except for the cobblestone that it’s made of, it still provides a great venue for taking pictures or selfies. You’ll be taking home with you a part of history, after all.
Leyte Geothermal Production Field (LGPF)
Found in Tongonan, LGPF is the largest geothermal power source in the Philippines, and the first to operate. It not only supplies energy in the whole region, but also parts of Luzon and Mindanao. From Lake Danao, you can see the white steam that rises from the plant.
Pineapple Plantation
Sabin Larrazabal Pineapple Plantation, Ormoc Image Source: Gerry Ruiz/callezaragosa.com
If you’re like most people, you’d want to take home a local delicacy from places you visit. In Ormoc City, it’s the Queen Pineapple. It’s known for its sweetness that is unlike any other. Get to enjoy plenty of it in a pineapple plantation in Brgy. Hibunawon. Because it’s a famous pasalubong (gift or souvenir), it has become the icon of the city, albeit unofficially.
Leyte Golf and Country Club
Leyte Golf and Country Club Image Source: mulligang.com
Have a penchant for playing golf? The Leyte Golf and Country Club will surely cater to the golfer in you. Covering over 80 hectares of rolling terrain, playing on the course is something you’ll definitely enjoy. If you book a room at Sabin Resort, an excellent accommodation with a panoramic view, it’s going to be a luxury vacation like no other.
What else can you do during the rest of your stay? Have a picnic at the Centennial Park in the city, check out famous landmarks, including the Philippine-Japanese Peace Memorial, hang out at local watering holes, sample native cuisine in local eateries and buy cassava cake, among others. You see? There are plenty of things to see and do in Ormoc City.
THE INVITATION and ENTRY FORM (please click below An invitation for 2017 Philippine Archery Cup Leg 2)
An invitation for 2017 Philippine Archery Cup Leg 2
