Behold Bataan

The countdown to Pawikan Festival 2026 continues!

As we get closer to the main celebration, here’s a look at the activities lined up throughout the month in support of pawikan conservation and environmental awareness. From the Pawikan Night Patrol and Environmental Forum to the Pawikan Quiz Bee, Creative Dance Competition, and Balik-Pawikan, each activity brings an opportunity to learn more and take part in protecting our pawikan.

Mark your calendars and join us on November 27 for the Pawikan Festival at the Pawikan Conservation Center, Brgy. Nagbalayong, Morong, Bataan! Sama-sama nating ipagpatuloy ang pangangalaga sa ating pawikan at kalikasan. See you there!

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Take a piece of Bataan with you

Woven into every strand is the… Ganda ng Bataan.
Pulo’s handcrafted rattan bags celebrate the strength, patience, and artistry of Bataan’s women weavers. Each piece is thoughtfully crafted and named after a woman, carrying a story of skill and resilience. Through the 800 Bag Project, every weave also helps create livelihood opportunities for local women. Take home a piece of Bataan, woven with purpose.
Instagram: @pulomain_
Facebook: Pulo Handicrafts
There’s more to discover in Bataan. Follow Bataan Tourism and find your next place to visit, learn, and experience.

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Filipino Brand of Service Excellence in the Municipality of Abucay

The Provincial Government of Bataan, through the Office of the Provincial Tourism Officer, in partnership with the Department of Tourism – Region III and the Local Government Unit of Abucay, successfully conducted the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Seminar on October 15, 2026, at the Abucay Multipurpose Cooperative (AMPC) in Calaylayan, Abucay, Bataan. The whole-day activity gathered 60 LGU employees to strengthen their commitment to delivering quality public service anchored on Filipino values and genuine Filipino hospitality.

The program featured a learning session facilitated by Mr. Gil T. Regondola, FBSE Trainer, who guided participants through the principles of the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence. The activity commenced with welcome remarks by Hon. Ric Ernest Estrella, SB Committee on Education, representing Municipal Mayor Hon. Erik J. Martel, and concluded with closing remarks by Mr. Genel L. Llanes, Municipal Tourism Officer. The successful conduct of the seminar was made possible through the assistance of the Human Resource Management Office, led by Ms. Eden G. Trine, Acting Municipal HRMO. Through this initiative, the Provincial Government of Bataan continues to promote service excellence, professionalism, and genuine Filipino hospitality among local government personnel, further strengthening the province’s tourism service standards.

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Filipino Brand of Service Excellence in the Municipality of Hermosa

The Provincial Government of Bataan, through the Office of the Provincial Tourism Officer, in partnership with the Department of Tourism – Region III and the Local Government Unit of Hermosa, conducted the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Seminar on October 8, 2026, at the Assembly Hall of the Municipal Hall in Hermosa, Bataan. The activity aimed to strengthen service delivery and promote genuine Filipino hospitality among local government employees and tourism stakeholders, highlighting the core Filipino values.

The program featured welcome remarks by Executive Assistant Luz Samaniego, representing Hon. Anne Lorraine C. Adorable-Inton, followed by messages from members of the Sangguniang Bayan: Hon. Alexander Jason M. Enriquez, SB Committee Chair on Tourism; Hon. Jinkee Alonzo; Hon. Roger Manarang; and Hon. Leonard B. Cruz. The learning session was facilitated by Mr. Gil T. Regondola, FBSE Trainer, and the activity was concluded by Ms. Beatriz Jeanelle S. Lim, Municipal Tourism Officer. This initiative strengthens the culture of service excellence and supports the continued growth of Bataan’s tourism industry.

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Where cultures found home, and stories remain

And Ganda ng Bataan isn’t just in the places you see, it’s also in the stories they hold.

At Morong Discovery Park, shrines and monuments stand as reminders of faith, culture, hope, and new beginnings – stories of communities who once found refuge and built a home here.

Today, these places remain as reminders of the people who made Bataan part of their journey.

Want to visit?

• Open Monday to Saturday | 8AM – 5PM

• Entrance Fee: Php 30.00

There’s more to discover in Bataan. Follow Bataan Tourism and find your next place to visit, learn, and experience.

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Craving Vietnamese food without leaving Bataan? Tara sa Loleng’s!

From hu tieu and bánh mì to other Vietnamese favorites, Loleng’s brings the flavors of Vietnam to Morong, Bataan—perfect for when you’re craving something different on your next Bataan food trip.

• Loleng’s Main: Mayor St. Binaritan Morong Bataan

• Loleng’s Plus (2): NATIONAL Rd. ibabao Morong Bataan

• Loleng’s 3: Purok 5, SBMA Rd., Sabang, Morong, Bataan

• Mon–Thu: 8 AM–8 PM | Fri–Sun: 7 AM–9 PM

Add Loleng’s to your Bataan food trip and discover another flavor that makes Ang Ganda ng Bataan! There’s more to discover in Bataan. Follow Bataan Tourism and find your next place to visit, learn, and experience.

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Got a long weekend coming up? Spend it in Bataan.

Got a long weekend coming up? Spend it in Bataan. TARA (Travel And Route Arranger) can have your getaway ready in about a minute. Answer 9 quick questions and TARA lays out your trip day by day: the destinations, the drive times, and the pasalubong stops. You’ll also get a traveler type, like The Pilgrim or The Coast Hopper. Which one are you?

Once you have your itinerary, you can:

• Get your route map by email

• Book one of the Provincial Tourism Office’s tour packages

• Ask TARA about Bataan, from where to go to where to stay

TARA runs on the Provincial Tourism Office’s own information about Bataan, so your plan comes from the people who know the province best.

Skip the planning stress and start your long weekend early. Click here

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