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Traditional Ilocano hospitality at its best: Northview Hotel

Traditional Ilocano hospitality at its best: Northview Hotel

If you’re in Laoag and want to spend a bit more for your accommodations AND experience Ilocano hospitality, get yourself a room at the Northwind Hotel.

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Davao’s finest: Pearl Farm Beach Resort

Davao’s finest: Pearl Farm Beach Resort

Set along the serene shores of Samal Island in Davao del Norte, Pearl Farm is an oasis of perfection: a beach resort designed for those looking for the ultimate in recharging and relaxation.

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Blue, white, and zip: Blue Lagoon

Blue, white, and zip: Blue Lagoon

Azure blue waters, a white sand beach, and the longest over-water zipline up north. Find all of these at Blue Lagoon.

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Java Hotel in Laoag, Ilocos Norte: A Balinese Moroccan Getaway in the North

Java Hotel in Laoag, Ilocos Norte: A Balinese Moroccan Getaway in the North

As one of the most popular hotels in town, Java Hotel is known for its attractive Balinese Moroccan inspired architectural design that has captured the attention of many tourists who pass by the hotel for its alluring beauty and homey look.

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Ilocos Norte Hotel 2019

Ilocos Norte Hotel 2019

A child’s paradise: Rio Grande De Laoag Resort Hotel

A child’s paradise: Rio Grande De Laoag Resort Hotel

It’s your slice of nature located mere minutes away from the city of Laoag: Rio Grande De Laoag Resort Hotel.

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Laoag’s ‘Mini Fort Ilocandia’: The Palacio de Laoag

Laoag’s ‘Mini Fort Ilocandia’: The Palacio de Laoag

The hotel now stands as a testament to this idea which the new management calls a “mini-Fort Ilocandia”.

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Patapat Viaduct in Pagudpud Is More Than Just a Road at the Northern Tip of the Country

Patapat Viaduct in Pagudpud Is More Than Just a Road at the Northern Tip of the Country

Located in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte, Patapat Viaduct is not just an ordinary bridge. This coastal bridge connects Maharlika Highway from Ilocos Region to its neighboring province Cagayan Valley.

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Ilocos Norte Spot 2019

Ilocos Norte Spot 2019

Boracay of the North: Saud Beach

Boracay of the North: Saud Beach

The Saud Beach is what makes Pagudpud, the paradise of the North.

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Kingfisher Kite Surfing Hotel in Ilocos Norte: Pagudpud’s Hidden Paradise

Kingfisher Kite Surfing Hotel in Ilocos Norte: Pagudpud’s Hidden Paradise

Tucked in a remote place almost half an hour away from town lies Kingfisher Kite Surfing Hotel, which is undoubtedly a Pagudpud paradise.

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Bangui Windmill Farm in Ilocos Norte: A Famous Tourism and Sustainable Attraction

Bangui Windmill Farm in Ilocos Norte: A Famous Tourism and Sustainable Attraction

If there is one thing that is synonymous to Ilocos Norte, that is no other than their iconic windmills! Situated near the Bangui Bay in Ilocos Norte, the Bangui Windmill Farm is the right destination for tourists who want to explore the northern region.

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Ilocos Norte Spot 2019

Ilocos Norte Spot 2019

Playa Tropical Resort Hotel in Currimao, Ilocos Norte: A Tropical Paradise in the North

Playa Tropical Resort Hotel in Currimao, Ilocos Norte: A Tropical Paradise in the North

Let Playa take you to a vacation that you truly deserve. At Playa Tropical Resort, you will totally feel summer at any time of the year. It is the place where you can feel more refreshed, calm, and excited to make your dream paradise getaway to come true in the North.

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Ilocos Norte Hotel 2019

Ilocos Norte Hotel 2019

Suba Paoay Sand Dunes in Ilocos Norte: A Geological Yet Thrilling Sand Adventure in the North

Suba Paoay Sand Dunes in Ilocos Norte: A Geological Yet Thrilling Sand Adventure in the North

A thrilling roller coaster ride down the bumpy trails of Suba Paoay Sand Dunes Adventures takes you to a different adventure in the North.

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Ilocos Norte Spot 2019

Sports & Recreation

Ilocos Norte Spot 2019

Malacañang of the North in Ilocos Norte: A strongman’s home

Malacañang of the North in Ilocos Norte: A strongman’s home

Malacañang of the North served as the official residence of the Marcoses when their patriarch, Ferdinand E. Marcos Sr., was still the president.

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Museum & Art Gallery

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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