Honestly, I don’t know how to start with this blog post. Maybe there are just experiences that are better left un-shared and you only wanted to keep everything to yourself instead. Anyhow, I still want to share it to all of you just in case someone will be reading this post. lol Laoag City is the capital of Ilocos Norte and is best known for its sand dunes that can only be found here and in Paoay, which is just a neighboring municipality.
Up until now, I still can’t believe that I have reached the northern tip of Luzon for our DIY Ilocandia Tour, which is Pagudpud. Although it’s tiresome to make your own itinerary, it was also very fulfilling that I was able to do it on my own. Pagudpud is the fourth municipality in Ilocos Norte and is best know for its unspoiled white beaches, patapat viaduct and the windmills. I arrived in Pagudpud at exactly 12:15 midnight and it only took an hour for me to reach it from Laoag City thanks to the Night Express Van. Our very helpful guide, Kuya Marlon, fetched us at their Municipal Hall then brought us to Klasik Beach Resort where I will be staying
Recently, Vigan was declared as one of the 7 Wonder Cities of the World. The city, which is the capital of Ilocos Sur, is well preserved to show the Spanish architecture as of the present time. Everyone wants to go to Vigan to stroll around Calle Crisologo and to taste their very own longganisa, bagnet and empanadas. Although we have a kalesa ride in Cebu and even in Dumaguete, nothing will beat it if it’s in the street of Vigan. Aside from that, the city is also well known for its antique shops.
La Union (Elyu or L.U.) is a province in the Philippines located in the Ilocos Region. It is known as the surfing capital of the North, and surfing in San Juan, La Union is widely popular among surfers today. It’s said that San Juan was just an ordinary seashore until it was discovered that the waves there are good for surfing.
After our overnight stay on Kalanggaman Island, which you can check out here, Kuya “Crew” from the pump boat suggested that we take a side trip to Malapascua Island. Since most of my group had never been there, we didn’t hesitate to go. I was also quite excited as my last trip to Malapascua wasn’t very memorable due to a typhoon. Haha! Our side trip to Malapascua Island was unplanned, and we weren’t planning to stay overnight since we were almost out of cash and there’s no ATM on the island. Nevertheless, that didn’t stop us from having fun.
Visiting the island has always been part of my bucket list. Finally, after planning for months, our quickcation on the island last Holy Week with my friends was successful. We even thought that it will be canceled due to Typhoon Maysak/Chedeng that has been reported as a Category 5 before it entered PAR. Fortunately, it downgraded into a Tropical Storm and off we go just like what we have planned. But so much for all the weather forecasting and let’s focus with the trip. lol Kalanggaman/Calanggaman Island is part of Palompon City in Leyte Province. This island or islet is known for its bird’s-wing-like-formation sand bars and for its very enticing crystal clear waters. So if you are looking for
So who love cats here?!! And who loves to spend most of their time on coffee shops??!! If that’s you then you might want to know that there’s a new coffee shop somewhere in Guadalupe where you can interact and play with cats. Yes, you read it right! A cat cafe! Cat Cafe in Cebu, located near Villa Fatima Subdivision, is the first coffee shop to establish this kind of idea. Most popular in Japan, the cat owner of the cafe or shop gave Cebu the opportunity to try this one of a kind experience.
Salagdoong Beach in Maria, which faces Camiguin Island and features a cove-like view, is one of the main attractions on Siquijor Island. It is currently managed by the local government, so there is an entrance fee of 15 pesos per person. The beach also has a (currently non-functional) water slide, cottages, comfort rooms, and a canteen. You can stay overnight since there are rooms available for rent. However, because the town of Maria is about 12 km away from Siquijor City, tricycles charge a separate fare for trips to and from the area.
Cambugahay Falls is one of the main attractions in Siquijor Island. Located in Lazi town, it is an-hour-or-more drive from Siquijor city. Cambugahay Falls has a magnificent clear and turquoise waters. From Siquijor City, a tour around Lazi will cost you 500 pesos for the trike. But if you are on a day tour, then it is for 1000 pesos.
The island is known for sorcery and black magic, which makes it feel spooky and mysterious. Every time my family traveled from Cebu to Dipolog and back by boat, passing by the island, my mom would always tell me that it was enchanted and that we shouldn’t go there. But who wouldn’t want to visit a place like this when you see the beauty it possesses? Forget all those hearsay and urban legends and let’s take a closer look at what makes the island so mystical. Siquijor is located in Visayas and just an hour away from Dumaguete, Negros Oriental. It has also became a favorite destination for most of the tourists from the other countries nowadays.
