Tag: lakbay norte

  • Lakbay Norte 2: Kapuluan Vista Resort

    Day 3 of Lakbay Norte 2b ends at Kapuluan Vista Resort in Ilocos Norte. While the group will continue on to Adams, this is my last stop with the group, as I need to fly back to Manila the following day. It was dark when we finally rolled into Mairaira, and we were all speculating…

  • Lakbay Norte 2: Eastern Hawaii, Buguey and Claveria

    The weather remained gloomy, even when we got back to Sta. Ana. It was decided that we won’t head to Anguib Cove anymore, so our afternoon suddenly clears up. We head to our hotel for the night earlier than expected. Eastern Hawaii Eastern Hawaii Hotel room

  • Lakbay Norte 2: Checking in at Cagayan

    After a 4-hour delay, we finally made it back to Cagayan. We’re on the second leg of Lakbay Norte 2, and we’re going to explore more of North Luzon. First stop: Cagayan Museum Tuguegarao Due to the delay, we had limited time to spend in the Cagayan Museum at the provincial capitol complex. Just enough…

  • Lakbay Norte 2: Destination Pinatubo and Angeles

    Pinatubo Crater Hiking to Pinatubo Though I’m not a fan of hiking and trekking, this is one trek I just couldn’t say no to. Mount Pinatubo has considerably calmed down since its last major hissy fit eruption in 1991. What was once the site of calamity is now a popular tourist destination, attracting outdoor enthusiasts…

  • Lakbay Norte 2: Destination La Union and Pangasinan

    Pugo Adventure Benjamin crossing the hanging bridge Opened just last September 2010, the Pugo Adventure in Pugo, La Union is quickly becoming a favorite among friends and family looking for fun and adventure. While most of the activities offered are not yet available, there’s still a number of things to do. Three zip lines of…

  • Lakbay Norte 2: Destination Baguio

    I’m off to another jaunt through North Luzon thanks to the people behind the Northern Philippines Visitors Bureau (NPVB), their partners and member Conventions and Visitors Bureau (CVB). This year’s itinerary is a lot more lax than last year’s whirlwind race around North Luzon provinces. First in the list: Baguio. Tam-awan Village Tam-awan Village Built…

  • Day 7: Clark, San Fernando and Quezon City

    We woke up that last morning earlier than our alarm. Our departure time from Holiday Inn that morning was 8:50am — the latest that we had to leave in the past 6 days. Star Trooper, Darth Vader, Sayuri and Sabrina with the Lakbay Norte bus We took our time getting ready and enjoying Mequeni’s breakfast…

  • Lakbay Norte Day 6: Subic, Hacienda Luisita and Clark

    This morning we woke up at White Rock Resort in Subic, tonight we’re sleeping at the Holiday Inn at Clark, Pampanga. Lighthouse Beach Cleanup It was another very early morning, starting with a 6am check out. We had a brief tour of the resort before heading out to the Lighthouse Marina for our breakfast. We…

  • Lakbay Norte Day 5: Pangasinan and Zambales

    We woke up bright and early in Alaminos, Pangasinan, excited for our morning trip to the Hundred Islands. As with the previous evenings, we’re sleeping in a different place tonight: Subic Bay. Hundred Islands in Alaminos, Pangasinan