Welcome to your gateway to the Luzon Island Group, the heart of the Philippines.
Here, you’ll find engaging blog stories that explore the Luzon Island Group’s islands:
This island group encompasses several administrative regions, including Ilocos, Cagayan Valley, Central Luzon, CALABARZON, MIMAROPA, Bicol, the Cordillera Administrative Region, and the National Capital Region. Each contributes its own cultural identity, languages, and traditions, creating a vibrant mosaic of communities. Major languages spoken across Luzon include Tagalog, Ilocano, Bicolano, Kapampangan, and Pangasinense, alongside the traditions of numerous Indigenous groups such as the Ifugao, Kalinga, and Aeta.
Luzon is also the economic powerhouse of the Philippines. It hosts Metro Manila—the capital region and the center of finance, government, and commerce. More than half of the country’s population resides within the Luzon Island Group, making it a dynamic hub of activity, innovation, and cultural exchange.
Beyond its urban centers, Luzon is known for its breathtaking natural wonders. Iconic landmarks include the perfectly conical Mayon Volcano, the ancient Banaue Rice Terraces, the scenic crater lake of Taal Volcano, and the historic walled city of Intramuros in Manila. Cooler highland destinations like Baguio City offer refreshing escapes from the tropical heat.
Whether you’re exploring its bustling cities, trekking through mountain ranges, or immersing yourself in centuries-old traditions, the Luzon Island Group offers a compelling blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. This blog will guide you through its many islands, regions, and hidden gems—helping you discover why Luzon remains a cornerstone of Philippine identity and heritage.
- Note: some of the “Island Blogs” will cross over with “Province Blogs” where some of these islands are provinces.
Best Destinations in the Luzon Island Group Travel Guides
Provinces of the Luzon Island Group
Islands in the Luzon Island Group
Island size 100+ sq. miles: Luzon Island- Largest Island in the Philippines
Ilocos (Region I)
Pangasinan Province
Island size 99 to 26 sq. miles: Cabarruyan Island
Island Size from 25 to 11 sq. miles: Santiago Island
Cagayan Valley (Region II):
Cagayan Province
Babuyan Archipelago
Island size 99 to 26 sq. miles: Calayan Island Camiguin de Babuyanes Island Babuyan Charo Island Dalupiri Island
Rest of the Province
Island Size from 10 to 5.1 sq. miles: Palaui Island
Batanes Province
Island Size down to 26 sq. miles: Itbayat Island Batan Island (Batanes)
Island Size from 25 to 11 sq. miles: Sabtang Island
CALABARZON (Region IV-A):
Batangas Province
Island Size from 25 to 11 sq. miles: Maricaban Island
Island Size from 10 to 5.1 sq. miles: Verde Island
Quezon Province
Island size 100+ sq. miles:
Island size 99 to 26 sq. miles: Alabat Island Fuga Island Patnanongan Island
Island Size from 25 to 11 sq. miles: Jomalig Island
Island Size from 10 to 5.1 sq. miles: Pagbilao Grande Island Cagbalete Island Palasan Island
MIMAROPA (Region IV-B):
Palawan Province
Island size 100+ sq. miles: Palawan Island Busuanga Island Culion Island Dumaran Island Balabac Island
Island size 99 to 26 sq. miles: Bugsuk Island Linapacan Island Coron Island
Island Size from 25 to 11 sq. miles: Cuyo Island Maytiguid Island Pandanan Island Batas Island Ramos Island
Island Size from 10 to 5.1 sq. miles: Tuluran Island Mantangule Island Iloc Island Bancalan Island Agutaya Island Boayan Island
Island Size from 5 to 3.1 sq. miles: Uson Island
Occidental Mindoro Province
Island size 100+ sq. miles: Mindoro Island
Island size 99 to 26 sq. miles: Lubang Island Ilin Island
Island Size from 25 to 11 sq. miles: Ambil Island
Island Size from 10 to 5.1 sq. miles: Golo Island
Romblon Province
Island size 100+ sq. miles: Tablas Island Sibuyan Island
Island size 99 to 26 sq. miles: Romblon Island
Island Size from 25 to 11 sq. miles: Carabao Island
Island Size from 10 to 5.1 sq. miles: Banton Island Maestro de Campo Island Simara Island
Marinduque Province
Island size 100+ sq. miles: Marinduque Island
Bicol Region (Region V):
Masbate Province
Island size 100+ sq. miles: Masbate Island Burias Island Ticao Island
Albay Province
Island size 99 to 26 sq. miles: Batan Island (Albay) Cagraray Island Rapu‑Rapu Island
Island Size from 10 to 5.1 sq. miles: San Miguel Island
Camarines Norte Province
Island Size from 5 to 3.1 sq. miles: Tinaga Island
Camarines Sur Province
Island Size from 25 to 11 sq. miles: Quinalasag Island
Island Size from 10 to 5.1 sq. miles: Lahuy Island
Catanduanes Province
Island size 100+ sq. miles: Catanduanes Island
Island Size from 5 to 3.1 sq. miles: Panay Island (Catanduanes)