daet, camarines norte

Daet "Gateway to Bicolandia". A 1st class municipality in the province ofCamarines Norte, Philippines. It is the capital municipality of Camarines Norte. According to the 2007 census, it has a population of 94,184 or 18.33% of Camarines Norte's population. The current mayor of Daet is Tito Sarte Sarion. The first monument in honor of first Malayan hero Dr. Jose Rizal can also be found here in Daet.

The municipality is a popular surfing spot among surfers worldwide. Aside from that, it is home to a virgin group of islands, the Calaguas.

The Pineapple Festival (or "Pinyasan" as it is called by the locals) is considered to be the most colorful festival in Camarines Norte. The festival started in 1992, and is about the province's prime agricultural product, which is the "Queen of Formosa" pineapple. Noted for its sweetness and flavor, this kind of pineapple is produced only in Camarines Norte, thereby making it a specialty in the province. The festival goes on for about 10 days, and several events are held in the municipality. The festival aims to promote the culture of Daet and its citizens. The Pineapple Festival is held every 15–24 June annually.

how to get there:

by land..

there is a small airport ... Commute: Buses to Daet are available on EDSA Cubao, Quezon City with Philtranco