🚩 How to Get to Mercado del Lago & TLC Village (C6 Taguig) — 2025 Guide, Fares & Tips

Practical steps, real costs, and honest tips so you can plan a stress-free lakeside food + lights outing.

Mercado del Lago (a.k.a. “Mercato de Bay C6”) and TLC Village (Taguig Lakefront Community Park) sit side-by-side along Laguna Lake Highway (C6), Lower Bicutan. They make a perfect combo: eat at the floating nipa huts of Mercado del Lago, then stroll to TLC Village for lights, a playground, or an evening concert.

Below is a detailed, personalized travel guide with multiple ways to get there, estimated fares, timing, and practical tips — written to be copy-paste ready for your blog.

💖 TLC Village Taguig – A Lakeside Park with Lights, Food, and Love by the Lake (2025 Guide)

 💖 TLC Village Taguig – Lights, Love, and Lakeside Strolls

🌆 A Spontaneous Stop on Our Way Home

We discovered TLC Village purely by accident. It was Valentine’s Day, and we had just finished eating at Mercado del Lago nearby. On our way home using our e-bikes, we noticed a lively crowd across the road — lights, laughter, and the sound of music filling the air.

Curiosity got the best of us. We parked our e-bikes at the free parking area and decided to check it out. What we thought would be a quick look-around turned into a lovely, unplanned date night. ❤️

🥘 Mercado del Lago (Mercato de Bay C6 Taguig) – Floating Food Park with Nipa Huts & Lakeside Dining (2025)

🌱 A Personal Restart, A Local Discovery

Hi there. It’s been a while.

This was supposed to be my first post after a long break. I’ve been quietly dealing with a few personal battles — and though I’m not completely okay yet, I’m slowly finding my way back. ✨

In between moments of stillness, I found myself revisiting old travel memories, sorting through photos, and slowly reigniting that familiar spark for writing again.

We had this simple local adventure while we were still busy with our bazaar. One long holiday gave us the perfect chance to explore — and it led us to a peaceful lakeside food park I’d never been to before, right here in Taguig.

🏝️ Anawangin & Capones Islands: DIY Budget Camping Guide 2025

Updated 2025 • Compare DIY vs group tour for Anawangin & Capones Islands. See real costs, sample itineraries, and travel tips for your perfect weekend island escape.

💡Quick Answer:

“If you’re traveling with friends (2–6 people), DIY is the best way to explore Anawangin and Capones — it’s cheaper, more flexible, and gives you that raw island vibe that makes Zambales unforgettable.”

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🌅 Why I Wrote This: My Anawangin & Capones Adventures

My first trip to Anawangin Cove and Capones Island was with a group of mountaineers years ago — back when there were no resorts, no cottages, and just pure wilderness. We pitched tents, cooked over charcoal, and watched the stars with the sound of the waves crashing nearby.

I loved it so much that I went back — this time DIY style with two of my closest friends. No tour groups, no fancy setup — just us, a rented boat, and our weekend backpacks.

Anawangin’s pine-framed beach and Capones’ historic lighthouse still have that rustic charm, even in 2025.

🌴 Calaguas & Bagasbas on a Budget: DIY vs. Travel Tour (Complete 2025 Guide)

Updated 2025 • Practical steps, real costs, and honest pros & cons so you can choose the best way for your island escape.

 

💡Quick Answer:

“If you can join a small shared DIY group (4–6 people) — your cost will be similar (or lower) than a joiner tour. If you’re traveling alone and have to rent the whole boat, the group tour is usually more budget-friendly and far less hassle.”

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🌅 Why I wrote this: DIY vs Group Tour

Calaguas Island is paradise — white sand, turquoise water, and quiet nights under the stars. Bagasbas Beach adds surf vibes. 

The biggest question: Do you DIY and handle logistics yourself, or join a joiner tour and let someone else manage the details? Below is a clear, side-by-side breakdown so you can choose. 

🌙Ximending Night Market Taipei 2025 – Best Street Food & Travel Guide🍡

🌙 Exploring Ximending Night Market — A Feast for the Senses 🍡

One of the things I was most excited about during our Taiwan trip was visiting their famous night markets. Taiwan is known for its vibrant evening scene — streets filled with delicious food, trendy shops, and a lively mix of locals and tourists. Compared to the ones in Manila, Taiwan’s night markets are cleaner, more organized, and packed with unique, mouthwatering street food.

🏞️ Exploring Xinshe Castle, Lavender Cottage & Sea of Flowers – A Fairytale Escape in Taiwan

There’s something truly enchanting about Xinshe, Taichung — a place where misty mountains meet endless gardens, and fairytale-like spots seem to appear around every curve of the road. During our trip, we spent a full day exploring three of Xinshe’s most magical destinations: Lavender Cottage, Xinshe Castle (The Summit Resort), and the colorful Sea of Flowers Festival. 🌸🏰🌺

🌸 TaiwanDering Four Day 2: Old England Manor | Lavender Cottage | Xinshe Castle | Xinshe Flower Carpet Festival | Ximending Night Market

🌄 Waking Up in the Clouds of Cingjing

There’s something special about waking up in the mountains of Cingjing—cold air sneaking in through the window, soft mist outside, and the promise of a full day ahead.

🚆 Getting Around Taichung and Xinshe: A Practical Travel Guide with Tips and Local Insights

If you’re planning to explore central Taiwan — especially Taichung and the scenic mountain town of Xinshe — transportation can be a little tricky, but it’s definitely manageable with some planning! Whether you’re chasing lavender blooms, fairytale castles, or colorful flower festivals, here’s a guide to help you move around smoothly (plus a few personal tips from my own experience).

🏰 Xinshe Castle (The Summit Resort) – A Fairytale Escape in Taichung

Our next stop for the day was Xinshe Castle, also known as The Summit Resort, and honestly, I was extra excited about this one! From the photos I’d seen online, it looked absolutely magical — especially the waterfalls cascading beside the stone bridges. It took us about 30 minutes to get here from the Lavender Forest, and despite the rain, my excitement never wavered.