Am not a big fan of plane rides, but going from Ho Chi Minh to Hanoi by land would otherwise take us 32 to 40 hours. It seems we had no choice but to book this domestic flight with the state carrier Vietnam Airlines which cost more than the PAL ticket going out of Manila. The plane from HCMC would take us to Hanoi in one hour 40 minutes, or just about the same time it would take to travel from Manila to Davao. It is my first time to fly Vietnam Airlines and I was happy that they used big planes in both directions: a Boeing 777 on the way to Hanoi and an Airbus ... Continue Reading...
Ilocos Norte landmarks: Cape Bojeador lighthouse + Bangui windmills
Because your journey to the North wouldn't be complete without visiting these two prominent landmarks. First thing: our visit to Cape Bojeador Lighthouse in Burgos town made me realize how something so old and weathered can still serve its purpose. A creation of the 1890s, Cape Bojeador lighthouse still does its job as a beacon to all ships entering the Philippine territory from the North. With the winds blowing so hard that day, it was quite unnerving to climb the lighthouse's steep, winding staircase. But it was refreshing to be rewarded with this view. ... Continue Reading...
Bell Tower in Bantay, Paoay Church + Herencia Cafe
Paoay Church in Ilocos Norte was beautiful. It was a breath of fresh air in our rugged trip through Ilocandia. Though I have seen majestic churches like Cologne Cathedral in Germany, Westminster Abbey in England and others through Europe and America, I am also proud of our churches here in the Philippines like this one in Paoay which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. They never fail to remind us of our rich heritage and the strength of the Roman Catholic religion. What added to the beauty of the church was the well-manicured park beside it. The loveliness of the ... Continue Reading...
Travel in Pagudpud: Blue Lagoon in Maira-ira Point & Polaris Beach House in Saud
We spent Day Two of our road trip hanging out in the famed Blue Lagoon beach at Maira-Ira Point. This is considered the best beach in the coastal town of Pagudpud, and is so named because of its clear blue waters. The sand may not be as white as the beaches in the Visayas, but I liked that it wasn't so crowded and the surroundings were kept clean. We sure hope it stays this way! (Note: all rights reserved. Pictures and content cannot be reprinted or syndicated without permission from annalyn.net) ... Continue Reading...
Travel to Ilocos Norte: Kapurpurawan Rocks & Kabigan Falls
(Note: All rights reserved. Pictures and content should not be reprinted or syndicated without permission from annalyn.net) On my birthday week, we find ourselves on a road trip to the great North. The seven hour or so tour bus ride was quite arduous, but nothing beats the excitement of this region which has been on my wishlist for some time now (having spent time here just briefly before, when I was younger). Ilocos Norte will always be known as the bailiwick of Ferdinand and Imelda Marcos (now, it's their children who have taken over). But apart from its ... Continue Reading...
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