--- title: Plan Your Philippine Festivals Itinerary For February 2018 description: Here in the Philippines, every month brings a new set of festivals. If you’re coming from out of town, book your hotel as early as possible to avoid running out of lodging! --- [Maya Stories ](https://www.maya.ph/maya) # [Plan Your Philippine Festivals Itinerary For February 2018](https://www.maya.ph/maya/travel-february-festivals-2018/) Written by [Chesca](https://www.maya.ph/maya/author/chesca) | 1/27/18 1:00 AM Here in the Philippines, every month brings a new set of festivals. If you’re coming from out of town, book your hotel as early as possible to avoid running out of lodging! Get **up to 40% off** on all your festival accommodations until February 8 at **booking.com/paymaya**! Just pay with your PayMaya VISA card upon checkout to qualify. *All prices as of January 26, 2018.  **Pamulinawen Festival** **Laoag, Ilocos Norte** **February 1 to 4, 2018**  Pamulinawen is held on the first week of February in honor of the province’s patron, [St. William](http://www.philippinesinsider.com/luzon/laoag/laoag-festivals-and-events/). It celebrates everything that makes Laoag special, [from the camaraderie of its people to the iconic *kalesa*](https://www.vigattintourism.com/tourism/articles/Pamulinawen-Festival). **Where to stay:** **1. [Isabel Suites](https://sp.booking.com/hotel/ph/isabel-suites.en-us.html?aid=1441204;sid=64a47160afe29134de1e27fea15bbd4e;all_sr_blocks=100674901_94577757_2_1_0;bshb=0;checkin=2018-01-31;checkout=2018-02-01;dest_id=-2432091;dest_type=city;dist=0;group_adults=1;group_children=0;hapos=4;highlighted_blocks=100674901_94577757_2_1_0;hpos=4;no_rooms=1;room1=A;sb_price_type=total;srepoch=1516864086;srfid=0eaacd3aeae72c64baab9d058a8a3436a1a7c406X4;srpvid=89d9322a68a60023;type=total;ucfs=1&) in General Segundo Avenue, Laoag City** Located right in the city center, Isabel Suites is a prime hotel with air-conditioned rooms, free private parking, cable TV, and free WiFi. Booking their two-person Queen room for a night costs **P1,450**, including free breakfast for two. **2. [Rose Hotel](https://sp.booking.com/hotel/ph/rose.en-us.html?aid=1441204;sid=64a47160afe29134de1e27fea15bbd4e;all_sr_blocks=284406503_107745758_2_0_0;bshb=0;checkin=2018-01-31;checkout=2018-02-01;dest_id=-2432091;dest_type=city;dist=0;group_adults=1;group_children=0;hapos=1;highlighted_blocks=284406503_107745758_2_0_0;hpos=1;no_rooms=1;room1=A;sb_price_type=total;srepoch=1516865534;srfid=0eaacd3aeae72c64baab9d058a8a3436a1a7c406X1;srpvid=218a34feac6b000c;type=total;ucfs=1&#hotelTmpl) in Nangalisan, Laoag City** This hotel in the city center is guaranteed to put you near the festivities. Their two-person Deluxe Queen Room is available at** P1,800 per night**, and comes with a kitchenette, air-conditioning, a private bathroom, free WiFi, and breakfast per guest. The upper floors of the hotel are only accessible via stairs, so take that into consideration before booking. **3. [UKL Ever Resort Hotel](https://sp.booking.com/hotel/ph/ukl-ever-resort.en-us.html?aid=1441204;sid=64a47160afe29134de1e27fea15bbd4e;all_sr_blocks=266330701_105800456_1_1_0;bshb=0;checkin=2018-01-31;checkout=2018-02-01;dest_id=-2432091;dest_type=city;dist=0;group_adults=1;group_children=0;hapos=4;highlighted_blocks=266330701_105800456_1_1_0;hpos=4;no_rooms=1;room1=A;sb_price_type=total;srepoch=1516865534;srfid=0eaacd3aeae72c64baab9d058a8a3436a1a7c406X4;srpvid=218a34feac6b000c;type=total;ucfs=1&#hotelTmpl) in Barangay 46, Laoag City** This hotel is located roughly 2.2 kilometers from the city center, and a one-person room will cost you **P892.65 per night.** This booking comes with tons of freebies: breakfast, access to the outdoor pool, WiFi, cable, and public parking. ### [View more hotel accommodations in Laoag!](https://sp.booking.com/searchresults.en-us.html?aid=1441204&sid=64a47160afe29134de1e27fea15bbd4e&checkin_month=1&checkin_monthday=31&checkin_year=2018&checkout_month=2&checkout_monthday=1&checkout_year=2018&class_interval=1&dest_id=-2432091&dest_type=city&from_sf=1&group_adults=1&group_children=0&label_click=undef&no_rooms=1&raw_dest_type=city&room1=A&sb_price_type=total&search_selected=1&src_elem=sb&ss=Laoag%2C%20Luzon%2C%20Philippines&ss_raw=laoag&ssb=empty&order=review_score_and_price)  **22nd Philippine Hot Air Balloon Fiesta** **Clark, Pampanga** **February 8 to 11, 2018**  This two-decade-old aviation event is marketed as a two-day celebration of “[everything that flies](https://www.philballoonfest.net/).” This year’s run at the Omni Aviation Complex will feature a hot air balloon show, aerobatic exhibitions, and the on-ground Fiesta Fly Market. If you’re visiting from out of town, be sure to [purchase your entrance tickets online](https://www.philballoonfest.net/entrance-tickets/) and read the [official Visitor’s Guide](https://www.philballoonfest.net/faq/) before you go! Where to stay: **1. [Rumi Apartelle Hotel](https://sp.booking.com/hotel/ph/rumi-apartelle.en-us.html?aid=1441204;aer=1;all_sr_blocks=37115202_92561339_0_42_0;bshb=0;checkin=2018-02-07;checkout=2018-02-08;dest_id=900048875;dest_type=city;dist=0;group_adults=1;group_children=0;hapos=17;highlighted_blocks=37115202_92561339_0_42_0;hpos=1;no_rooms=1;room1=A;sb_price_type=total;spdist=3.4;srepoch=1516951462;srfid=5419caec34a9a78de502709bff719303da5f6657X17;srpvid=63a03412e9cc023e;type=total;ucfs=1&#hotelTmpl) in Angeles, Pampanga** This hotel is in a prime location just 4.3 kilometers away from the festival grounds, and offers free shuttle service to and from the airport. For **P1,260 per night**, you can book a Standard Double Room with a queen-sized bed plus free parking, breakfast, and WiFi. Did we mention the entire hotel is pet-friendly? **2. [Red Planet Angeles City](https://sp.booking.com/hotel/ph/tune-angeles-city.en-us.html?aid=1441204;aer=1;all_sr_blocks=37486401_88828692_1_1_0;bshb=0;checkin=2018-02-07;checkout=2018-02-08;dest_id=900048875;dest_type=city;dist=0;group_adults=1;group_children=0;hapos=32;highlighted_blocks=37486401_88828692_1_1_0;hpos=12;no_rooms=1;room1=A;sb_price_type=total;spdist=3.2;srepoch=1516951409;srfid=5419caec34a9a78de502709bff719303da5f6657X32;srpvid=63a033f8095c002d;type=total;ucfs=1&#hotelTmpl) in Angeles, Pampanga** This top-rated hotel charges just **P1,566.63 per night** for a Double Room with a two-person bed, a fully-furnished private bathroom, on-site parking, and free WiFi. It’s a clean, comfortable, and a safe option for those looking to spend a few days exploring Angeles City beyond the festival. **3. [Hotel EurAsia](https://sp.booking.com/hotel/ph/euroasia.en-us.html?aid=1441204;aer=1;all_sr_blocks=158566901_102327365_0_2_0;bshb=0;checkin=2018-02-07;checkout=2018-02-08;dest_id=900048875;dest_type=city;dist=0;group_adults=1;group_children=0;hapos=20;highlighted_blocks=158566901_102327365_0_2_0;hpos=4;no_rooms=1;room1=A;sb_price_type=total;spdist=4.0;srepoch=1516952392;srfid=5419caec34a9a78de502709bff719303da5f6657X20;srpvid=dd4e35e3c1d602dd;type=total;ucfs=1&#hotelTmpl) in Angeles, Pampanga** This hotel is located in front of the local SM mall. It’s known for its spacious compound, which houses a garden, two swimming pools, and a bar and restaurant. Their Superior Twin Room with two twin beds, free WiFi, air conditioning, and a private bathroom costs just **P1,218 per night**. It’s important to note that their upper floors are only accessible via stairs. View [more hotel and guest accommodations in Clark, Pampanga](https://sp.booking.com/searchresults.en-us.html?aid=1441204&checkin_month=2&checkin_monthday=7&checkin_year=2018&checkout_month=2&checkout_monthday=8&checkout_year=2018&city=-2434822&class_interval=1&dest_id=900048875&dest_type=city&from_sf=1&group_adults=1&group_children=0&label_click=undef&no_rooms=1&order=price&raw_dest_type=city&room1=A&sb_price_type=total&search_selected=1&src_elem=sb&ss=Clark%2C%20Luzon%2C%20Philippines&ss_raw=Clark%2C%20Pampanga&ssb=empty&ssne_untouched=Mabalacat&rows=16&offset=16)!  **Panagbenga Festival** **Baguio City** **February 1 to March 4, 2018**   Panagbenga is more popularly referred to as [“the Baguio Flower Festival”](http://tpb.gov.ph/marketing-and-promotions/tpb-calendar-of-promotions-and-marketing-activities/calendar-of-philippine-festivals-and-monthly-observances-theme/) and “the Season of Blooming.” It lasts until the first Sunday of March and is known for the parade of floats featuring different types of flowers from Baguio’s flower industry. **Where to stay:** **1. [Prevera Homes at Megatower Residence 1](https://sp.booking.com/hotel/ph/prevera-homes-baguio-city.en-us.html?aid=1441204;all_sr_blocks=268826401_106334496_1_0_0;bshb=0;checkin=2018-02-23;checkout=2018-02-24;dest_id=-2410361;dest_type=city;dist=0;group_adults=1;group_children=0;hapos=18;highlighted_blocks=268826401_106334496_1_0_0;hpos=18;no_rooms=1;room1=A;sb_price_type=total;srepoch=1516956461;srfid=0bf404766fceee5bdebeef3fbf0d0c3f905c26c3X18;srpvid=dff03dd5bebd066d;type=total;ucfs=1&#hotelTmpl), Baguio City** This accommodation is a fully-furnished, wheelchair-accessible private apartment for rent near Session Road. It can house a maximum of four people and has amenities like free WiFi, satellite TV, and free toiletries. Book it now at just **P3,500 per night**! You can also reserve an on-site parking slot for just P150 per day. **2. [Beey Ed Baguio](https://sp.booking.com/hotel/ph/albergo-unit-540.en-us.html?aid=1441204;all_sr_blocks=273107201_110179878_2_0_0;bshb=0;checkin=2018-02-23;checkout=2018-02-24;dest_id=-2410361;dest_type=city;dist=0;group_adults=1;group_children=0;hapos=25;highlighted_blocks=273107201_110179878_2_0_0;hpos=25;no_rooms=1;room1=A;sb_price_type=total;srepoch=1516956461;srfid=0bf404766fceee5bdebeef3fbf0d0c3f905c26c3X25;srpvid=dff03dd5bebd066d;type=total;ucfs=1&#hotelTmpl) in Barangay Lualhati, Baguio City** This fully-furnished studio apartment for rent is located in the Egi Albergo Residences within the Beey Ed Baguio compound. It can house a party of four for just **P2,800 per night**. The booking includes free WiFi, free parking, and easy access to the nearby spa, golf course, and horseback riding range (additional charges apply). **3. [The Courtyards Goshen](https://sp.booking.com/hotel/ph/the-courtyards-goshen.en-us.html?aid=1441204;all_sr_blocks=166513401_95518002_6_0_0;bshb=0;checkin=2018-02-23;checkout=2018-02-24;dest_id=-2410361;dest_type=city;dist=0;group_adults=1;group_children=0;hapos=65;highlighted_blocks=166513401_95518002_6_0_0;hpos=15;no_rooms=1;room1=A;sb_price_type=total;srepoch=1516956645;srfid=0bf404766fceee5bdebeef3fbf0d0c3f905c26c3X65;srpvid=2a1b3e3147fc0312;type=total;ucfs=1&#hotelTmpl) in Leonila Hill, Baguio City** This fully-furnished, two-bedroom apartment rental can house up to six people. It’s entirely wheelchair accessible, and pets are allowed access to the rooms on request (additional charges apply). For** P3,900 per night**, you get two twin beds, two queen beds, one sofa bed, a private bathroom, free parking, and access to the outdoor swimming pool. A fully refundable deposit of P1,000 is required upon check-in for incidental charges. View [more hotel accommodations in Baguio City](https://sp.booking.com/searchresults.en-us.html?aid=1441204&checkin_month=2&checkin_monthday=23&checkin_year=2018&checkout_month=2&checkout_monthday=24&checkout_year=2018&city=-2410361&class_interval=1&dest_id=-2410361&dest_type=city&dtdisc=0&from_sf=1&group_adults=1&group_children=0&inac=0&index_postcard=0&label_click=undef&no_rooms=1&order=price&postcard=0&raw_dest_type=city&room1=A&sb_price_type=total&src_elem=sb&ss=Baguio&ss_all=0&ssb=empty&sshis=0&ssne=Baguio&ssne_untouched=Baguio&rows=25&offset=50)! # **No PayMaya yet? ****Download the free app here:** [View full post](https://www.maya.ph/maya/travel-february-festivals-2018/) ```json { "@context" : "http://schema.org", "@type" : "BlogPosting", "author" : { "@type" : "Person", "name" : "Chesca" }, "dateModified" : "2024-04-19T02:49:49.243Z", "datePublished" : "2018-01-27T01:00:00Z", "headline" : "Plan Your Philippine Festivals Itinerary For February 2018", "image" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "height" : 267, "url" : "https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/3055020/PayMaya%20Stories%20Images/2018/january/admin-ajax%20%2834%29.jpg", "width" : 400 }, "mainEntityOfPage" : "https://www.maya.ph/maya/travel-february-festivals-2018/", "publisher" : { "@type" : "Organization", "logo" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "height" : 60, "url" : "/hs/hsstatic/content_shared_assets/static-1.4092/img/default-amp-logo.png", "width" : 60 }, "name" : "Stories" } } ```