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“All journeys have secret destinations of which the traveler is unaware.” – Martin Buber

One Perfect Day in Vigan

Whether you’re a cultural junkie or a history buff, you’d probably be interested in visiting the capital city of Vigan. If ever you find yourself in the capital of Ilocos … Continue reading

December 10, 2014 · 2 Comments

A Little Bit of Ilocos Norte Love

I may be biased with my love for Ilocos Sur, yet undoubtedly, the tourism campaign of Ilocos Norte is so much stronger. In my most recent visit, I was even handed … Continue reading

December 3, 2014 · Leave a comment

A Little Bit of Ilocos Norte Love

I may be biased with my love for Ilocos Sur, yet undoubtedly, the tourism campaign of Ilocos Norte is so much stronger. In my most recent visit, I was even handed … Continue reading

December 3, 2014 · Leave a comment

Sinait’s Sto. Cristo Milagroso Church

Update: In May 2021, this church has been declared as a Minor Basilica.  If I were to sell Sinait as a tourist destination, I could only think of two things … Continue reading

November 18, 2014 · Leave a comment

A Closer Look at Sinait, Ilocos Sur

After enduring the butt-numbing 7-hour ride, we were finally in Sinait, the northernmost town of Ilocos Sur. The town was quiet, almost dead in the wee hour of our arrival. … Continue reading

November 11, 2014 · Leave a comment

Hello Again, Ilocos

Phew! Finally, I found the time to write. October flew by in a breeze, and before I knew it, the month was already over. If what I planned became reality, … Continue reading

November 3, 2014 · Leave a comment

Hello Again, Ilocos

Phew! Finally, I found the time to write. October flew by in a breeze, and before I knew it, the month was already over. If what I planned became reality, … Continue reading

November 3, 2014 · Leave a comment

D.I.Y. Ilocos: Itinerary and Expenses

Call me and my friends crazy, but we explored Ilocos in just a weekend! The schedule was really packed, but we managed to squeeze everyone’s wishes into the itinerary. Since … Continue reading

July 6, 2014 · 10 Comments

Ilocos: A Love Triangle of Food, History and Adventure

Many times, I find myself doing something I never thought I would do. Despite my love for travel, I’m not the most adventurous person out there. Adrenaline rush doesn’t always … Continue reading

June 29, 2014 · 1 Comment

Up, Up and Away in Ilocos Norte

Just a few weeks after our Batad adventure, my friends and I forged another trip before summer became officially over. Our varied interests made it difficult to pick one destination. … Continue reading

June 19, 2014 · 2 Comments

Eating Your Way in Ilocos

Having spent most of my childhood summers in Ilocos, and having brought up in an Ilocano household, I must say that I’ve had my fair share of Ilocano dishes. Some … Continue reading

March 2, 2014 · 3 Comments