“A Holy Surrender – Set Apart for Jesus Christ,” is a call for this generation to live completely yielded to God—a life where every desire, decision, and direction is placed on the altar for God’s glory. The Apostle Paul invites us to offer our bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God. This act of wholly surrender is not a one–time emotional moment but a consistent, decisive, and daily lifestyle of true and proper worship.
In a dying world that constantly pressures young people to conform, the Apostle Paul commands all believers to resist the patterns of this world. “A Holy Surrender” challenges youth to break free from secular expectations and step into the transforming power of the Holy Spirit through the renewing of their minds by His Word. As a promise, our NYI will discover God’s good, pleasing, and perfect will for their lives.
“A Holy Surrender” is more than a theme—it is God’s Holy Spirit calling young people to live fully devoted, fully transformed, and fully surrendered to the presence and purpose of God.
“A Holy Surrender – Set Apart for Jesus Christ,” is a call for this generation to live completely yielded to God—a life where every desire, decision, and direction is placed on the altar for God’s glory. The Apostle Paul invites us to offer our bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God. This act of wholly surrender is not a one–time emotional moment but a consistent, decisive, and daily lifestyle of true and proper worship.
In a dying world that constantly pressures young people to conform, the Apostle Paul commands all believers to resist the patterns of this world. “A Holy Surrender” challenges youth to break free from secular expectations and step into the transforming power of the Holy Spirit through the renewing of their minds by His Word. As a promise, our NYI will discover God’s good, pleasing, and perfect will for their lives.
“A Holy Surrender” is more than a theme—it is God’s Holy Spirit calling young people to live fully devoted, fully transformed, and fully surrendered to the presence and purpose of God.
July is rainy season. Bring a compact umbrella — showers come suddenly.
Expect 80-90% humidity. Wear light, breathable cotton clothing.
Apply SPF+ sunscreen, expecially between 10am - 3pm.
Drink lots of water. Bottled water is safe and cheap (Php 15-25).
CCT Tagaytay Retreat & Training Center, Cavite, Philippines
Approx. 2-3 hours by bus or van depending on traffic.
Tagaytay is cooler than Manila, 23-27°C on average.
Philippine national emergency hotline: 911
Try Bulalo (beef bone marrow soup) — Tagaytay's famous dish. The cool weather makes it extra special!
Chicken or pork braised in vinegar, soy sauce & garlic. The national dish.
Sour tamarind soup with pork, shrimp, or fish and fresh vegetables.
Whole roasted pig with crispy skin. A celebration staple at every fiesta.
Sizzling chopped pork with onions & chili. Best eaten over garlic rice.
Marinated beef tapa, fried egg, and garlic fried rice — classic breakfast.
Grilled chicken intestine skewers. The most iconic Filipino street snack.
Shaved ice with ube, leche flan, beans, and evaporated milk.
Rice cake baked in clay pots, topped with salted egg and coconut.
Oxtail in rich peanut sauce, served with bagoong (shrimp paste).
The iconic Filipino public transport — colorfully decorated, cheap, and everywhere. Pass your fare to the driver through other passengers. Say “Para po!” to stop.
A motorcycle with a sidecar — perfect for short trips within a barangay or town. Very common in Tagaytay. Negotiate the fare before riding.
Southeast Asia’s Uber equivalent. Download before arriving — it’s the safest, most convenient option in Manila. Fixed pricing, no haggling, cashless payment available.
Take a DLTB or JAC Liner bus from Pasay or Cubao terminal going to Tagaytay/Nasugbu. Affordable and direct. Travel time: 2–3 hours depending on traffic.
Elevated rail network for navigating Manila city before heading to Tagaytay. Fast and cheap. Lines: LRT-1, LRT-2, and MRT-3.
EDSA rush hours (7–9am, 5–8pm) can be brutal. Always add 1–2 hours buffer when traveling to/from NAIA airport or bus terminals.
✓ Currency: Philippine Peso (₱)
✓ 1 USD ≈ ₱56–58 (check before flying)
✓ ATMs available in malls & airports
✓ Cards accepted in malls and restaurants
✓ Markets & tricycles = cash only
✓ GCash & Maya for digital payments
✓ Data promo: ₱50–150 for 5–10GB
✓ Free WiFi in hotels, malls, cafes
✓ Download Grab & Maps offline first
✓ Emergency number: 911
✓ Light cotton or linen clothing
✓ Compact umbrella or rain jacket
✓ SPF 50+ sunscreen
✓ Power adapter: Type A/B (220V)
✓ Insect repellent (for evenings)
✓ Light jacket for Tagaytay Evenings
✓ Drink bottled or filtered water only
✓ Bring paracetamol, antacid, and antihistamine
✓ Mercury Drug & Watsons pharmacies everywhere
✓ Travel insurance recommended
✓ Watch for pickpockets in crowded areas
Official languages are Filipino (Tagalog) and English. Most Filipinos speak conversational English, especially in Manila — you'll get by just fine!
