State of the Map Asia and Pista ng Mapa 2022 Conference Travel Guidelines

Despite the ongoing pandemic, the SotMA and PnM Organizing Committee is thrilled to meet and greet fellow mappy folks all around the world! Our partner organization, Geodetic Engineers of the Philippines Inc - Bicol University Student Chapter (GEPBUSC).

Venue

Bicol University College of Engineering (BUCENG) will host the State of the Map Asia and Pista ng Mapa 2022. Bicol University is a world- class university located in Legazpi City, Albay, Philippines, with satellite campuses located throughout the provinces of Albay and Sorsogon. It was established on June 21, 1969.

The conference will be held at Bicol University East Campus - College of Engineering Gymnasium (address: Bgry. 1 Em’s Barrio, Legazpi City, Albay. The gymnasium is a sports arena which can hold a maximum of 500 individuals).

How to get there

From Bicol International Airport

Bicol International Airport (BIA) is a major international airport in the Bicol Region. After arriving in BIA, the first and most accessible place you can go is SM Legazpi.

Getting to SM Legazpi

By Van

You may take the airport van/ shuttle to downtown Legazpi. There’s no fixed schedule, the van leaves once full. Here’s the Legazpi airport van/ shuttle fare:

By Taxi

Alternatively, there are taxis at BIA. Fare will be based through Taxi Meter Charge only. Refuse “pakyawan rate” (charter rate without using the meter) to avoid overcharging. And tell the driver to drop you off at SM Legazpi.

Getting to Bicol University College of Engineering from SM Legazpi

SM City Legazpi is the largest shopping mall in Legazpi. Beside SM Legazpi is the terminal. From there, you may ride a public transport (jeep or tricycle).

By Jeepney

Ride a jeepney to BUCENG. Tell the jeepney driver to stop by the DENR Building. In order to reach the BUCENG gymnasium, find the BUCIT road which is across the DENR Building. Carefully cross the road towards the tricycle terminal. You may walk there for 5-8 mins to the campus.

By Tricycle

If you’re in a hurry, you can catch a tricycle cab and ride your way to BUCENG gymnasium or anywhere in Legazpi. Price ranges from PHP 50 - 100 or USD $1-2.

Accomodation

For hotels, you may refer to this document.

Other accommodations include:

Citycorner Tourist Inn and Dormitory

• Vinzons St, Old Albay District, Legazpi City
• ☎ 09175589988
• https://www.facebook.com/pages/City-Corner-Hotel/151223019064243

RNR Suites

• Vinzons St, Old Albay District, Legazpi City
• https://www.facebook.com/pages/RNR-Suites/1811598465527399

Siville Inn

• 667 Vibal St. Brgy. 8- Bagumbayan, Washington Drive, Legazpi City
• ☎ (052) 742-5382
• ☎ 09169115366
• ✉ sivilleinnlegazpi@gmail.com
• https://www.facebook.com/SivilleInn687

Emerald Boutique Hotel

• Marquez St., Old Albay District, Legazpi City, Albay 4500
• ☎ 0917 322 5232
• ✉ sales@emeraldboutiquehotel.com / emeraldboutiquehotel@gmail.com
• https://www.facebook.com/EmeraldBHLegazpi

GOlite Hostel

• Rizal St. Old Albay, Legazpi city (near Albay Pilinut Candy)
• ☎ 0946 831 7521
• ✉ golitehostel_albay@yahoo.com
• https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057208399441

Sampaguita Tourist Inn Washington

• Washington Drive F. Aquende St, Cruzada, Legazpi City
• https://www.facebook.com/974317036050111/photos/a.974321366049678/2183108685170934/

Thirdy’s Tourist Inn

• Airport Road cor., F. Aquende Dr., Legazpi City
• ☎ 0939 732 6631
• ✉ thirdystouristinn111818@gmail.com
• https://www.facebook.com/ThirdysTouristInn

RedDoorz @ Golite Washington

• P-2 Washington Drive, Cruzada, Legazpi City
• ☎ 0929 513 3096
• ✉ missbarbalyn@gmail.com
• https://www.facebook.com/reddzbicol

Vista Al Mayon Pensionne

• Washington Drive F. Aquende St, Cruzada, Legazpi City
• ☎ 0910 687 5337
• ✉ vistaalmayon@yahoo.com
• https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064186323930

The ApplePeach House

• Corner Rosario and Marquez Streets, Old Albay, Legazpi, Philippines
• ☎ 0915 621 6810
• ✉ theapplepeachhouse@gmail.com
• https://www.facebook.com/applepeachhouse[

Hotel Villa Angelina

• 32 Diego Silang Street, Old Albay District, Legazpi City, 4500 Albay
• ☎ 052-742-0890
• ☎ 09178948197
• ✉ hva.reservation@gmail.com
• https://www.facebook.com/hotelvillaangelina

Vicente’s Residences

• 47 Sikatuna, Old Albay District, Legazpi City, 4500 Albay, Legazpi, Philippines
• ☎ (052) 742 0436
• https://www.facebook.com/vicentesresidenceslegazpicity

COVID Regulations

Requirements for fully vaccinated foreign nationals of non-visa required countries and foreign nationals with valid and existing visas

• Fully vaccinated inbound travelers, regardless of country of origin, will no longer be required to undergo facility-based quarantine provided they can present proof of their fully vaccinated status.
• Adults who have completed their COVID-19 vaccination and have at least one booster shot will be exempted from the testing requirement.
• Proof of their fully vaccinated status (and booster shot if applicable). The following are accepted:
  • An International Certificate of Vaccination (ICV) from the World Health Organization
  • A VaxCertPH digital vaccination certificate
  • A national/state digital certificate of the foreign government where they were vaccinated, which has accepted VaxCertPH under a reciprocal arrangement.
• For those who are fully vaccinated but don’t have a booster shot, a negative RT-PCR test result taken within 48 hours prior to departure from the origin country or a negative laboratory-based antigen test taken within 24 hours prior to departure from the origin country.
• An eArrival Card which they can register for via onehealthpass.com.ph. This must be filled out within 72 hours from their arrival.
• Foreign nationals with valid and existing visas need to present their valid visa and ACR I-Card

Requirements for unvaccinated and partially vaccinated travelers

• Unvaccinated and partially vaccinated foreign nationals will not be allowed entry into the country except for the following cases:
  • Children below 18 years old
  • People medically unable to receive the vaccine as certified by a public health authority from their country of origin
  • Foreign diplomats and their dependents/(e) visa holders

REFERENCE:

https://guidetothephilippines.ph/articles/ultimate-guides/philippines-travel-covid-19 https://philippines.travel/safetrip