Shining the spotlight on North Luzon, its countless hidden wonders and all the lessons that came while discovering it.
How did you spend your holiday?Most people, especially the professional young adults of this generation, would be prepping for their next big adventure. They'd be out chasing waterfalls, diving reefs, chilling by the beach or better yet, strolling the streets of a foreign country. I probably would've done the same.But year after year, no matter …
This is what a Human Typhoon looks like. I love promoting the lesser-known wonders of Ilocos Sur. However, awareness seems to come with a price. Is self-discipline really that hard? Kung nabitbit mo yang pagkain papunta, kayang kaya mong bitbitin yang basura pabalik. Those trash may end up in an innocent animal's tummy. Those trash …
Weekend was fast approaching and I still had no idea where to go. I was going through my list when I came across Baey Anito Falls which is located in Alilem, Ilocos Sur. During this time, my adventure buddies and I were drafting some plans for the coming weekends. When I mentioned Baey Anito Falls, …
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I remember waking up at 4:30AM every Saturday morning and my Mama would see me donning my trekking clothes on and she would say something like, ‘Saan ka na naman pupunta?’ or ‘Oh. Kung saan saan ka na naman makakarating.’ I would often reply, with an evil grin, ‘Diyan lang.’ or ‘Malapit lang naman, Ma.’ …
One would automatically think of Kapurpurawan Rock Formations and Cape Bojeador whenever somebody mentions Burgos, Ilocos Norte. I wouldn't blame them. Those are staple destinations on a standard Ilocandia Tour. But there's more to see in Burgos, Ilocos Norte. A few kilometers away from the town proper lies Avis Falls and Kaangrian Falls (which I …
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[Disclaimer: Photos are intended to showcase what's really in store for you. As much as I appreciate aesthetics, I like to establish expectations. Nevertheless, the place will surely take your breath away!] This wonderful creation has been hidden from the public eye for quite some time and it was only a few years ago when …
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Of all the beaches I've visited in Pangasinan, Tambobong White Beach is easily my favorite among them all. Located in Dasol, Pangasinan, this precious gem is located 6-7 hours away from my hometown, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur. It’s a small town in Western Pangasinan and is known for its production of commercial salts. Initially, I …
Ballog Adventure is a local outdoor-enthusiast group composed of avid motorcycle riders who engage in various outdoor activities like mountaineering and trekking while promoting environmental protection and advocating LNT. 'Ballog' is an Ilokano term which means 'wanderer'. The events they hold are all on a come-one-come-all basis. They would post on Facebook their upcoming activity …
March 18, 2017. I was supposed to take the family out on a trip that day but due to some conflicts in our schedules, we had to take a rain-check. You see, I’m the kind of person who likes to schedule my trips beforehand so thinking we were all good to go, I failed to …
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How To Get There: Via Commute: - From MNL, ride bus heading to Vigan or Laoag. - Ask kundoktor to drop you off at the Sta. Cruz Public Market. - From there, you can rent a whole trike going to Brgy. Daligan for only P150.00. Via Private Vehicle: - Drive on to Sta. Cruz, Ilocos …
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