Our Ukay-Ukay Guide for shopping along Quezon Ave.
Finding a fancy one-of-a-kind piece among huge piles of clothing items for the cheap is what makes Ukay-Ukay shopping an addicting experience. Here in Lucena, we have lots of Ukay-Ukay stores where you can get a vibrant dress for less than 100 pesos. Not to mention the chic boots and winter jackets for our travelers and the sporty caps and shoes for the guys. Starting from Quezon Ave cor Cabana Street, join us for the tour as we scour...
Lucenahin Picks: Lucena Online Stores for your Christmas Shopping 2015
Christmas is just around the corner, and I’m pretty sure all of you have already prepared your shopping lists. For an easy and cozy way of shopping, try our list of Lucenahin online shops – from Hello Kitty collectibles to sumptuous cakes, you’ll definitely find everything you need. Beauty and Wellness Name of Business: MS ASIAN HEALTH AND BEAUTY SHOP Product Range: Whitening and Beauty products imported from...
The Nine-Thursday Mass of Saint Jude Thaddeus
What comes to your mind when you hear about miracles? Is it healing, saints, or answered prayers from God? When we speak of miracles, it seems like we could publish our own dictionary for its various definitions. As Catholics, we believe in the power of the bible, rosary, and saints that are said to be instruments of Jesus Christ. This week let’s explore the world of religion by sharing the story of Patron Saint Jude Thaddeus of...
Baranggay Cotta
Every day, around six o’clock in the evening, the whole Quezon Avenue becomes one of the busiest places in Lucena City. There are plenty of students and employees goofing around while waiting for a ride home. One of the jeepneys that they usually wait for is the jeepney from Cotta. Have you been there? If not, then let me be your guide today. Brief History Cotta came from the Spanish form of the Tagalog word “kuta” which means...
Neighboring Towns of Lucena: Pagbilao
Pagbilao, Quezon, a first class municipality in Quezon and approximately 9 km. from the City of Lucena, is famous for its white sand beach resorts (e.g. Puting Buhangin, Kwebang Lampas, Pueblo Por La Playa, etc.) and also known for having one of the largest power plant in Luzon which is the TeaM Energy. Papag At Bilao Festival Another addition to the colorful festivities of Quezon Province, Papag at Bilao Festival is first...
Neighboring Towns of Lucena City: Lucban
Lucban Quezon, also known as the “Summer Capital of Quezon” and home to the famous pancit habhab and Longganisang Lucban is beautifully sitiuated at the foot of Mt. Banahaw, approximately 21 km away from the busy streets of the City of Lucena. The Name Lucban According to the popular folklore, the name Lucban was derived from pomelo or lucban tree, where the three hunters from the neighboring town, namely Marcos Tigla,...
Neighboring Towns of Lucena City: Tayabas
Tayabas City, approximately 10km away from Lucena City, is known to its colorful festivals, spring resorts, heritage houses, and historical landmarks. Brief History In 1578, the Province of Tayabas was founded by two Franciscan missionaries from Spain, namely Fray Juan de Plasencia and Fray Diego de Oropesa. The town of Tayabas was the capital of the Province of Tayabas (now Quezon Province) from 1749 to 1901. It was one...
Spas and Wellness Centers in Lucena City
There’s nothing more relaxing than an hour or two at the spa after a long day of work, so if you are looking for a place to soothe your tired muscles or a place where you can have a much-needed beauty rest, the spas and wellness centers below are some places you might want to check out. Amore SPA and Wellness | Quezon Avenue Corner Lagos Streets, Lucena City Bioessence 3rd Floor, SM City Lucena Dalahican Road,...
24/7 Convenience Stores and Food Shops in Lucena City
You’ll never know when hunger’s gonna strike, so for those people who have a sudden but strong craving for something to munch at those outrageous hours when majority of the population are asleep, here’s a list of convenience stores and food shops that serve hungry night owls twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. 7-11 Quezon Avenue Branch Quezon Avenue Corner Gomez Streets, Lucena City Near Star Garden...
How to Reach the Different Barangays in Lucena City
Lucena City is composed of a total of 33 different barangays. About half of these can be reached by hailing the jeepneys plying the different routes around the city proper; however, some of these are not as easily accessible as the others. Some of them would require you to get off at one location to take a ride to another and some would require you to walk some distance after getting off the vehicle you’re riding on. For those...