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Ciudad Fernandina Hotel in Vigan: A Modern Yet Classic Heritage Hotel

Ciudad Fernandina Hotel in Vigan: A Modern Yet Classic Heritage Hotel

Ciudad Fernandina Hotel—a name that gives you a ring on your memory if you happen to really love Philippine history. Named after the old name of the city, Ciudad Fernandina Hotel was built in 1758 by spouses Don Francisco de la Encarnacion and Dona Rosa Anastacia.
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  • Vigan
  • Ilocos Sur
  • Ilocos Sur x Vigan Hotel 2019
  • Hotel
  • Ilocos Sur x Vigan Hotel 2019
    • Hotel Felicidad in Vigan Brings out Ilocano Heritage Hospitality at Its Best

    Hotel Felicidad in Vigan Brings out Ilocano Heritage Hospitality at Its Best

    Hotel Felicidad offers its guests a cultural representation of the lush lifestyle back in the Spanish times. Strategically located in the heart of Vigan City, the historic landmarks of town such as Plaza Salcedo and the dancing fountain, Vigan Cathedral, and Plaza Burgos can be easily accessed from the hotel.
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  • Vigan
  • Ilocos Sur
  • Ilocos Sur x Vigan Hotel 2019
  • Hotel
  • Ilocos Sur x Vigan Hotel 2019
    • Bantay Church Bell Tower

    Bantay Church Bell Tower

    One of Vigan’s most iconic symbols is the Bantay Bell Tower. First built in 1591, it served as the town’s watchtower before being turned into a bell tower by the nearby church in 1857.
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  • Vigan
  • Ilocos Sur
  • Tourist spot
    • Hotel Luna in Vigan: A Museum-like Hotel Embellished with Art and Sophistication

    Hotel Luna in Vigan: A Museum-like Hotel Embellished with Art and Sophistication

    Ever stayed in a hotel and museum all at once? Along the streets near Calle Crisologo, we found the only museum-like hotel in Vigan—Hotel Luna. Built during the 188os by Don Jose Florentino, for his daughter Doña Carmen Florentino, this Filipino old house with a touch of sophisticated Spanish interiors has been rebuilt, extended and restored into a high-class museum-hotel.
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  • Vigan
  • Ilocos Sur
  • Ilocos Sur x Vigan Hotel 2019
  • Hotel
  • Historical landmark
  • Ilocos Sur x Vigan Hotel 2019
    • 10 reasons why Nagano, Japan should be your next destination this 2017

    10 reasons why Nagano, Japan should be your next destination this 2017

    This article lists ten reasons why Nagano Prefecture is a great choice when deciding where in Japan might want to explore.
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  • International
  • Japan
  • Nagano
  • Nagano
  • Travel Guide
    • Villa Angela Heritage House in Vigan is Tom Cruise-Approved since the 1980’s

    Villa Angela Heritage House in Vigan is Tom Cruise-Approved since the 1980’s

    Hotels may be plentiful in the city of Vigan, but most of them are heritage homes that have been given an upgrade. They may retain the aura of a heritage house, but they can’t be compared to Villa Angela Heritage House in terms of being a true heritage of Vigan City. See what Villa Angela has to offer that made Tom Cruise choose this as his very own accommodation.
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  • Vigan
  • Ilocos Sur
  • Ilocos Sur x Vigan Hotel 2019
  • Hotel
  • Historical landmark
  • Ilocos Sur x Vigan Hotel 2019
    • St. Paul Metropolitan Cathedral

    St. Paul Metropolitan Cathedral

    One of the country’s oldest Augustinian churches, the St. Paul Metropolitan Cathedral started out as a chapel made of wood and thatch in 1578 by order of Juan de Salcedo, the conquistador and founder of Villa Ferdinandina, which later became the town of Vigan.
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  • Vigan
  • Ilocos Sur
  • Historical landmark
  • Tourist spot
    • VIGAN TRAVEL: Embark On A Historical Journey in Calle Crisologo

    VIGAN TRAVEL: Embark On A Historical Journey in Calle Crisologo

    Calle Crisologo, also known as Mena Crisologo Street, is a notable tourist attraction in the heritage city of Vigan.
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  • Vigan
  • Ilocos Sur
  • Philippines
  • Historical landmark
  • Tourist spot
  • Travel
    • Blue Orchid Resort

    Blue Orchid Resort

    Blue Orchid Resort offers you personalized service and a wide selection of activities, all in a setting that’ll leave you feeling relaxed.
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  • Cebu
  • Resort
    • Hotel Chocolat in Hakodate, Japan

    Hotel Chocolat in Hakodate, Japan

    Hotel Chocolat is a 10-minute walk from the main establishments and the bay area.
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  • Hakodate, Japan
  • International
  • Japan
  • Hakodate, Japan
    • Yunokawa Prince Nagisatei in Hakodate, Japan

    Yunokawa Prince Nagisatei in Hakodate, Japan

    What's unique about Yunokawa Prince Negisetai is the traditional Japanese experience they offer.
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  • Hakodate, Japan
  • International
  • Japan
  • Hakodate, Japan
    • JAPAN TRAVEL: Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse in Hakodate Takes You Back to Ancient Japan

    JAPAN TRAVEL: Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse in Hakodate Takes You Back to Ancient Japan

    The brick houses have been refurbished and revamped into a shopping, dining, and entertainment complex.
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  • Hakodate, Japan
  • Hakodate-Spot
  • Hakodate, Japan
  • Historical landmark
  • Hakodate-Spot
    • Morning Market or “Asaichi”

    Morning Market or “Asaichi”

    There are more than 250 stores that sell different kinds of products at the morning Market near Hakodate Station. The Morning Market is 3 blocks of seafood goodness.
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  • Hakodate-Spot
  • Market
  • Sports & Recreation
  • Hakodate-Spot
  • Feature
    • Trappistine Convent in Hakodate, Japan

    Trappistine Convent in Hakodate, Japan

    In 1898, eight nuns from France founded the oldest convent in Japan -- the Trappistine Convent.
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  • Japan
  • Hakodate
  • Hakodate-Spot
  • Hakodate Spot 2018
  • Hakodate-Spot
  • Feature
  • Church
  • Hakodate Spot 2018
    • Tobetsu Trappist Monastery in Hokkaido, Japan

    Tobetsu Trappist Monastery in Hokkaido, Japan

    Less than an hour away from Hakodate town proper is the Tobetsu Trappist Monastery, which was built in 1907.
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  • Japan
  • Hakodate
  • Hakodate-Spot
  • Hakodate Spot 2018
  • Hakodate-Spot
  • Feature
  • Church
  • Hakodate Spot 2018
    • Take a trip around the Philippines with Enchanted Kingdom’s Agila.

    Take a trip around the Philippines with Enchanted Kingdom’s Agila.

    Reopening on January 15 is Enchanted Kingdom (EK)’s newest attraction –  Agila: The EKsperience. Featuring a 6D theater experience, 100 motion seats, and a giant screen, Agila is said to be the first and the largest flying attraction in the country. Image grabbed from Enchanted Kingdom’s website.  The attraction will take people on a flight around 20 breathtaking locations around the country – from Batanes to Cagayan de Oro – showcasing all the beautiful spots they offer. This is while giving the illusion that they are eagles soaring and getting a (literal) bird’s eye view of all the destinations that the country has to offer. Aside from being an educational […]
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  • Laguna
  • Amusement park/Theme park
  • Theatre & Performing Arts
  • Tourist spot
    • Motomachi Slope

    Motomachi Slope

    Hakodate is also popular for its impressive streets that run from the foot of Mt. Hakodate down to the port.
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  • Hakodate-Spot
  • Hakodate-Spot
  • Tourist spot
    • JAPAN TRAVEL: Motomachi Roman Catholic Church in Hakodate

    JAPAN TRAVEL: Motomachi Roman Catholic Church in Hakodate

    Built by Priest Marin in 1877, the Roman Catholic Church in the Motomachi District is also recognized as the first wooden church.
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  • Japan
  • Hakodate
  • Hakodate-Spot
  • Hakodate Spot 2018
  • Hakodate-Spot
  • Church
  • Hakodate Spot 2018
    • JAPAN TRAVEL: Mt. Hakodate is One of the World’s Best Night Views

    JAPAN TRAVEL: Mt. Hakodate is One of the World’s Best Night Views

    Mt. Hakodate is a 334-meter-high mountain in Japan which can be reached via ropeway, car or bus. It is located between two seas and is cited as having one of the best night views in Japan, and it was given a three-star rating by Michelin Green Guide Japon.
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  • Japan
  • Hakodate
  • Hakodate-Spot
  • Hakodate Spot 2018
  • Hakodate-Spot
  • Tourist spot
  • Hakodate Spot 2018
    • Inflatable Island: Asia’s biggest floating playground

    Inflatable Island: Asia’s biggest floating playground

    The biggest floating playground in Asia, the Inflatable Island, will finally open this summer in the Philippines!
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  • Subic
  • Subic Spot 2018
  • Amusement park/Theme park
  • Park
  • Subic Spot 2018

    • Music 21 Plaza Family Karaoke Box

    At Music 21, not only you, your friends and your family can bond and belt out your favorite tune, as this Family KTV also offers a comfortable space you'll sure to enjoy. And of course, Japanese songs are updated as well.
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  • Karaoke
    • Discover Philippines: A 2017 Travel Bucket List

    Discover Philippines: A 2017 Travel Bucket List

    The start of a new year signals another 365 days to try new things, explore more places, and discover up and coming destinations. Let Philippine Primer take you to places where you should go in the country, and see the reason why it’s More Fun in the Philippines.
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  • Park
  • Nature
  • Feature Story
    • List: Art Galleries in Makati

    List: Art Galleries in Makati

    Amidst the towering heights, bustling façade and busy streets, Makati also hides some of the most sought-after art galleries that houses art events and exhibits from time to time. Here is the list of some art galleries in Makati that you can go to the next time you’ll opt for some art-admiring adventure. 1. Altro Mondo Established in 2010, Altro Mondo is a commercial art gallery which exhibits contemporary art from the Philippines and abroad.  Image grabbed from altromondoart Address: 3rd Level, Greenbelt 5, Ayala Center, Makati City Gallery Hours: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm daily Contact Number: (632) 501– 3270–71 Facebook: altromondoart Read more: AltroMondo 2. MO_Space MO_Space is an […]
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  • Makati
  • Ayala Avenue
  • Greenbelt
  • Legazpi Village
  • Makati Avenue
  • Paseo de Roxas
  • Pasong Tamo
  • Rockwell
  • Salcedo Village
  • Museum & Art Gallery
    • Makati: What it’s known for

    Makati: What it’s known for

    When you hear someone mention “Makati,” the first thing, probably, that comes to mind would be the tall buildings standing from left to right, thus comprising the “urban jungle” we call today. Known to be Metro Manila’s Central Business District, Makati houses the offices for both the local and the multinational companies.
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  • Makati
  • Mall
  • Theatre & Performing Arts
  • Museum & Art Gallery
  • Feature
    • Travel back in time at Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar in Bataan

    Travel back in time at Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar in Bataan

    Travel back in time at Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar where you can see Philippines in the 18th century.
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  • Location
  • Bataan
  • Bataan and Corregidor Hotel 2017
  • Location
  • Bataan and Corregidor Hotel 2017
  • Resort
  • Tourist spot
    • Friendship Tours and Resorts Corporation

    Friendship Tours and Resorts Corporation

    Need visa assistance for your Japan travel? Friendship Tours is here to help.
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  • Makati
  • Tour & Travel Agency
    • Experience nature at its best: Astoria Palawan

    Experience nature at its best: Astoria Palawan

    There are lots of resorts to choose from in Palawan with all of them boasting different facilities and amenities that cater to almost every guest. A new resort, however, has made its way into Palawan’s best: Astoria Palawan Resort.
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  • Palawan
  • Puerto Princesa
  • Resort
    • Native Village Inn in Banaue Retains the Beauty of A Simple Life

    Native Village Inn in Banaue Retains the Beauty of A Simple Life

    Native Village Inn was opened by Graham Taylor, a British expat, in 2009 as a way to offer tourists a place to stay that is similar to what the native Ifugaos used to have back in the day.
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  • Ifugao
  • Banaue Hotel 2019
  • Bed & Breakfast
  • Banaue Hotel 2019
    • Your Home by the Terraces: Banaue Homestay

    Your Home by the Terraces: Banaue Homestay

    Banaue Homestay is “Your Home by the Rice Terraces.”
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  • Ifugao
  • Bed & Breakfast
    • Learn about the Ifugao culture at Banaue Ethnic Village & Pine Forest Resort

    Learn about the Ifugao culture at Banaue Ethnic Village & Pine Forest Resort

    Revisit the ancient Ifugao through this village.
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  • Ifugao
  • Bed & Breakfast
  • Nature