
12/09/2025
What if Tuguegarao was not only linked to Metro Manila, but also to Cebu in the Visayas and Davao in Mindanao?
What if Tuguegarao was not only linked to Metro Manila, but also to Cebu in the Visayas and Davao in Mindanao?
Imagine Tuguegarao as a northern hub not just for Luzon, but for the entire Philippines. Direct and seamless links—whether through expressways, faster rail systems, or expanded airports—could turn Tuguegarao into a true gateway that balances the overconcentration in Manila.
It could mean that faster connections could bring more travelers to Cagayan Valley Region’s hidden gems such as beaches, caves, and heritage towns. At the same time, locals could access Cebu’s cultural centers or Davao’s natural wonders with less hassle.
Students, professionals, and entrepreneurs could flow more freely between the three regions, redistributing growth and creating new networks outside Metro Manila.
But it also raises questions like...
Would Tuguegarao be ready for the rapid urbanization that might follow?
How would this change the identity of Northern Luzon if it became just as connected as Manila, Cebu, or Davao?
Could this finally break the “Manila-centric” mindset of the Philippines?
Or will this happen in the future? What are your insights about this? Baka puwede ko to balikan after 5-years? Hahaha