Baguio City is a first-class highly urbanized city in northern Luzon. Known as the summer capital of the Philippines, it is a popular destination during the months of March, April, and May for both local and foreign tourists. Located some 250 kilometers north of Manila, it is nestled 5,000 feet above sea level on the Cordillera Mountain Range, and is considered as the highest metropolis in the Philippines.

One can travel by land or air to get to Baguio. It takes an average of six hours to travel the 250-km distance between Manilaand Baguio. There are several bus lines linking Baguio with Manila and Central Luzon, and provinces such as Pangasinan, La Union, and those in the Ilocos region. Loakan Airport is about 20 minutes by car south of the city. Because of the length of the runway, commercial jet aircraft are not able to use the airport. The airport is only used by propeller-driven aircraft. Currently, Asian Spirit flies daily to and from Manila, a 50 minute flight. Flights to Baguio are scheduled only in the morning, as visibility approaches zero in afternoons when fog starts to form.

Baguio City is home to many tourist spots and is a weekend getaway of those living in Metro Manila. Famous sites visited by tourists are Burnham Park, Baguio Cathedral, Baguio Grand Mosque, Botanical Garden, Camp John Hay, Session Road, Mines View Park, The Mansion, The Orchidarium, Tam-Awan Village, Wright Park, Philippine Military Academy, Bell Church and Lourdes Grotto. Some other frequently-visited locations in the city include the Teacher’s Camp, Lion’s Head, and the public market, a favorite place for tourists seeking souvenirs.