Part 19 of a series DAY 3 We weren’t able to find any decent dining establishments in Pagudpud (most, if not all of the dining establishments in Pagudpud are carinderia-type. Nothing’s wrong with that but the kids...

Part 18 of a series DAY 3 One of the downsides of a place being “undeveloped” is lack of maintenance and so, even though the scenery was so picturesque, we weren’t able to soak and enjoy the...

Part 17 of a series DAY 3 After conquering the Patapat Viaduct, we took a U-Turn as we’ve already reached the tip of Ilocos Norte. Cagayan Valley was not part of our itinerary but as I write...

The Libotero is finally back where he truly belongs, CEBU! And the first major event he will be attending after his month-long vacation in Luzon (which will be posted here soon) is the Cebu Blog Camp 2010!...

Part 16 of a series DAY 3 Beyond the Bangui Windmills Viewpoint in Bangui, Ilocos Norte, the roads were a challenge to be met as they were on the shoulders of the northern end of the Cordillera...

Part 15 of a series DAY 3 9:24am. Just on the foot of Vigia de Nagparitan where the Cape Bojeador Lighthouse stands, one can find this soul-shaking sight: mighty waves whipping the rocky shores of Burgos, Ilocos...

Part 14 of a series DAY 3 8:06am. It’s time to rise and shine for the 3rd day of our exploration of the Ilocos Provinces! This bird at the lobby of La Elliana Hotel served as our...

Part 13 of a series DAY 2 After a very swift tour of Vigan City, we immediately left the heritage city to resume our roadtrip further north.

Part 12 of a series DAY 2 4:50pm. Still on our calesa, we finally reached the heart of Vigan, Calle Crisologo!

Part 11 of a series DAY 2 4:45pm. A visit to Vigan and Ilocos Sur will not be complete without a tour around the city on a horse-drawn calesa. For 200 pesos only, you’ll be toured around...

Part 10 of a series DAY 2 In between Plaza Salcedo and Plaza Burgos is the Cathedral of Vigan

Part 9 of a series DAY 2 From the national highway, Vigan City is actually out of the way, as it is the only town to the left while the rest of the northern towns of Ilocos...