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Kapurpurawan Rock Formation in Burgos, Ilocos Norte: A Magnificent White Rock Destination

Kapurpurawan Rock Formation in Burgos, Ilocos Norte: A Magnificent White Rock Destination

The Kapurpurawan Rock Formation is an art of nature featuring a landscape of smooth ivory limestone produced by the natural process of sedimentation.

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Ilocos Norte Spot 2019

Ilocos Norte Spot 2019

A quiet escape up north: Kapuluan Vista Resort

A quiet escape up north: Kapuluan Vista Resort

With Blue Lagoon pretty much dominated by other resorts, people often look for a quiet escape. This is where Kapuluan Vista Resort comes in.

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Paoay Church in Ilocos Norte: The Stunning Historical Icon of the North

Paoay Church in Ilocos Norte: The Stunning Historical Icon of the North

The Paoay Church is one of the oldest churches in the Philippines, having completed its construction in 1710. It was declared as a National Cultural Treasure by the Philippine government in 1973 and was then included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Site’s collective group of Baroque Churches of the Philippines in 1993.

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Feature of the Month

Ilocos Norte Spot 2019

Feature of the Month

Historical landmark

Ilocos Norte Spot 2019

Marcos Museum and Mausoleum in Ilocos Norte: From ancestral home to museum

Marcos Museum and Mausoleum in Ilocos Norte: From ancestral home to museum

The Ferdinand Edralin Marcos Presidential Center houses a large collection of Marcos Memorabilia, possibly the largest in the country. It shows Marcos through the years, all the way until he ran for president in 1965.

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Museum & Art Gallery

Fly high with Cebutop

Fly high with Cebutop

Want to fly high above the ground? Check out Cebutop!

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Sports & Recreation

Chateau by the Sea

Chateau by the Sea

If you’re looking for the perfect place to celebrate the most special day of your life, you might want to check out Chateau by the Sea’s medley of event venues.

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Cebu Part 1 2017 - Hotel

Cebu Part 1 2017 - Hotel

Abaca Boutique Resort in Cebu

Abaca Boutique Resort in Cebu

Abacá, one of the most exclusive boutique resorts you can find in the country is located in the beautiful central Philippines on Mactan Island.

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Cebu Part 1 2017 - Hotel

Cebu Part 1 2017 - Hotel

From simple to one of Cebu’s Best: Cebu White Sands Maribago

From simple to one of Cebu’s Best: Cebu White Sands Maribago

It started as nothing more than your average day-use beach resort: a couple of cottages, their own access to the beach, and excellent service. It was good back in 1995, but time and tourists have moved forward since then. Even with that, Cebu White Sands still stands as one of Lapu Lapu City’s best resorts.

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Cebu Part 1 2017 - Hotel

Cebu Part 1 2017 - Hotel

Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu

Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu

Mövenpick hotel Mactan Island Cebu is the perfect choice for all kinds of occasions, business events and weddings, with venues ranging from intimate spaces, ballrooms, lush tropical grounds to a luxurious beach side bar and club.

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Cebu Part 1 2017 - Hotel

Cebu Part 1 2017 - Hotel

A blast from the past in Vigan’s Crisologo Museum

A blast from the past in Vigan’s Crisologo Museum

Wondering what an old Vigan home looked like, decades ago? Visit Crisologo Museum.

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Museum & Art Gallery

Historical landmark

Hotel Luna Annex, the boutique counterpart

Hotel Luna Annex, the boutique counterpart

Get to know the boutique counterpart of Hotel Luna.

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West Loch Park Hotel: A Modern-Looking Hotel in the Heritage City of Vigan

West Loch Park Hotel: A Modern-Looking Hotel in the Heritage City of Vigan

For travelers and corporate guests seeking comfort and satisfaction in their stay in the Wonder City of Vigan, West Loch Park Hotel is the right place to relax in after an indulgent tour around the heritage town.

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Ilocos Sur x Vigan Hotel 2019

Ilocos Sur x Vigan Hotel 2019

VIGAN TRAVEL: Historical Plaza Salcedo Turns into a Spectacle of Lights at Night

VIGAN TRAVEL: Historical Plaza Salcedo Turns into a Spectacle of Lights at Night

Dancing fountains are not limited to Manila’s Rizal Park. A trip to Vigan is hardly complete without a visit to their most popular park: Plaza Salcedo. Visit Plaza Salcedo's Dancing Fountain every 7 pm during weekdays, with a second show at 8:30 pm every weekends!

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Ilocos Sur x Vigan 2019

Historical landmark

Ilocos Sur x Vigan 2019

VIGAN TRAVEL: Ilocos Regional Museum Complex Showcases Prominent Figures in Ilocano History

VIGAN TRAVEL: Ilocos Regional Museum Complex Showcases Prominent Figures in Ilocano History

Are you still looking forward to knowing more about the prominent figures who shaped the history of Ilocos? Have you ever fancied knowing more about one of the three martyr priests, Padre Jose Burgos, or the country’s 6th president, Elpidio Quirino? What about everything that has to do with Ilocos’ own spirit, basi? Let us take you to Ilocos Regional Museum Complex to know more about them!

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Ilocos Sur x Vigan 2019

Museum & Art Gallery

Historical landmark

Ilocos Sur x Vigan 2019

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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Ilocos Sur x Vigan Hotel 2019

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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Ilocos Sur x Vigan Hotel 2019

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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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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Ilocos Sur x Vigan Hotel 2019

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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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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Ilocos Sur x Vigan Hotel 2019

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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Historical landmark

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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Historical landmark

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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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

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

Hakodate, Japan

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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Hakodate Spot 2018

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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Hakodate Spot 2018

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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Amusement park/Theme park

Theatre & Performing Arts

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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Hakodate Spot 2018

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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Hakodate Spot 2018

Hakodate Spot 2018