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Bantay Abot Cave in Baloi, Ilocos Norte: Formed out of Nature’s Wrath and Grace

Bantay Abot Cave in Baloi, Ilocos Norte: Formed out of Nature’s Wrath and Grace

Ilocos Norte never lacked with majestic rock formations that leave every passerby in awe. In Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte, your eyes will not miss the whale-like rock formation overlooking the great sea beyond! This rocky hill, with a hole inside, is a result of both nature's grace and calamity, making it a masterpiece in itself. Tune in with us as we take you inside Bantay Abot Cave!

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Ilocos Norte Spot 2019

Ilocos Norte Spot 2019

TagpuJuan sa Dos Hermanos in Pagudpud: A Serene Sanctuary By The Sea

TagpuJuan sa Dos Hermanos in Pagudpud: A Serene Sanctuary By The Sea

TagpuJuan sa Dos Hermanos is a transient house and restobar near the famous twin island—Dos Hermanos. Located in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte, this private home near the island reef is a Filipino-Mediterranean inspired home that combines both an old and modern touch.

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Ilocos Norte Hotel 2019

Ilocos Norte Hotel 2019

Cape Bojeador Lighthouse Manifests a Tale of the Spanish Colonial Period

Cape Bojeador Lighthouse Manifests a Tale of the Spanish Colonial Period

Sitting on top of a hill overlooking the large waves of the West Philippine Sea is Cape Bojeador Lighthouse built during the Spanish Colonial period.

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Ilocos Norte Spot 2019

Historical landmark

Ilocos Norte Spot 2019

Casa Consuelo in Blue Lagoon, Pagudpud Is a Sanctuary Overlooking the Twin Island

Casa Consuelo in Blue Lagoon, Pagudpud Is a Sanctuary Overlooking the Twin Island

Snorkel your way to the marine life and hike towards the island during low tide to see the beauty beneath the West Philippine Sea at Casa Consuelo.

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Ilocos Norte Hotel 2019

Ilocos Norte Hotel 2019

JAPAN TRAVEL: Dolphin-Watching in Itsuwa, Amakusa

JAPAN TRAVEL: Dolphin-Watching in Itsuwa, Amakusa

In Kumamoto Prefecture, dolphin cruise is one of the most popular tourist activities to do in Amakusa. This family-friendly activity lets you see wild dolphins enjoy swimming in the seas.

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Kumamoto Prefecture

Kumamoto Spot 2019

Kumamoto Spot 2019

VIGAN TRAVEL: Syquia Mansion Museum Showcases Elegant Spanish Lifestyle in the 1800s

VIGAN TRAVEL: Syquia Mansion Museum Showcases Elegant Spanish Lifestyle in the 1800s

One of the most elegant examples of big stone houses in Vigan is the Syquia Mansion owned by the sixth Ilocano-born President of the Philippines Elpidio Quirino’s wife Dona Alicia Syquia Quirino.

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Ilocos Sur x Vigan 2019

Ilocos Sur x Vigan 2019

Museum & Art Gallery

VIGAN TRAVEL: Lucy’s Antique Shop Sells Fancy Souvenirs

VIGAN TRAVEL: Lucy’s Antique Shop Sells Fancy Souvenirs

Lucy’s Antique Shop, situated along the historical Calle Crisologo, is home to various old items like paintings, house furniture, porcelain plates and vases, and glassware. It is located at the ground floor of the old house of Don Renato Peña and is regarded as the largest souvenir shop and the last remaining antique store in town.

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Ilocos Sur x Vigan 2019

Ilocos Sur x Vigan 2019

Vitalis Villas in Ilocos Sur Mirrors Magical Island of Santorini Greece

Vitalis Villas in Ilocos Sur Mirrors Magical Island of Santorini Greece

Known to many as the “Santorini of the North”, Vitalis Villas mirrors that of the famous landscape of Santorini in Greece with its cubiform villas painted in a wash of white and blue.

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Ilocos Sur x Vigan Hotel 2019

Ilocos Sur x Vigan Hotel 2019

ILOCOS SUR TRAVEL: The Picturesque View of Pinsal Falls

ILOCOS SUR TRAVEL: The Picturesque View of Pinsal Falls

From the home of a UNESCO world heritage is another breathtaking view of nature kept hidden in the neighborhood of Baballasioan in the far end of Sta. Maria—the Pinsal Falls.

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Ilocos Sur x Vigan 2019

Ilocos Sur x Vigan 2019

VIGAN TRAVEL: Ruby Jar Factory, Vigan’s 90 Year Old Craft of Earthen Jars

VIGAN TRAVEL: Ruby Jar Factory, Vigan’s 90 Year Old Craft of Earthen Jars

Vigan is a place where long-lived arts and crafts are nurtured up to the present time, and among those lasting craft heritage is the pottery making, also known locally as the burnay jars. Ruby Jar Pottery has been a destination for most tourists visiting Vigan City who wants to see and experience the art of pottery for many years now.

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Ilocos Sur x Vigan 2019

Ilocos Sur x Vigan 2019

ILOCOS SUR TRAVEL: Santa Maria Church Manifests UNESCO World Heritage Baroque Ensemble

ILOCOS SUR TRAVEL: Santa Maria Church Manifests UNESCO World Heritage Baroque Ensemble

A UNESCO World Heritage and one of the four beautiful baroque churches in the Philippines lies behind the town of Sta. Maria in Ilocos Sur. Situated in the town center and sitting on top of a hill is Santa Maria Church, also known as The Church of Our Lady of Assumption.

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Ilocos Sur x Vigan 2019

Historical landmark

Ilocos Sur x Vigan 2019

JAPAN TRAVEL: Hokuto Cherry Tree Corridor is Best for Night Cherry Blossom Viewing

JAPAN TRAVEL: Hokuto Cherry Tree Corridor is Best for Night Cherry Blossom Viewing

Hokuto, a city in Hokkaido, is best known for flower viewing at sunset.

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Hakodate, Japan

Hakodate, Japan

SIARGAO TRAVEL: Pacifico Bigwish Beach in San Isidro Is a Surf Spot You Shouldn’t Miss

SIARGAO TRAVEL: Pacifico Bigwish Beach in San Isidro Is a Surf Spot You Shouldn’t Miss

Pacifico Bigwish Beach, with its “Big Waves", boasts a picturesque landscape filled with coconut trees and beach waves lapping over the shore that is ideal for a day of relaxation with your family. This may be a quieter stop compared to General Luna where bars, restaurants, and resorts are mostly located.

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Siargao Spot 2019

Siargao Spot 2019

SIARGAO TRAVEL: The Million Dollar View in Burgos That Reminds You of Hawaii

SIARGAO TRAVEL: The Million Dollar View in Burgos That Reminds You of Hawaii

The smallest, humble municipality of Siargao has a spot that is so captivating that it stops passersby in their cars. This stunning, picturesque view of a beach with a prominent shoreline is known among locals as "Million Dollar View".

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Siargao Spot 2019

Siargao Spot 2019

SIARGAO TRAVEL: Daku, Guyam, and Naked Island Among Most Sought-After Islands in the Philippines

SIARGAO TRAVEL: Daku, Guyam, and Naked Island Among Most Sought-After Islands in the Philippines

The Philippines, as an archipelago, is adorned with many jewels, and among them is the tear-shaped island of Siargao. The island's municipality General Luna is surrounded by the islands of Daku, Guyam, and Naked Island all of which are sought after by tourists for varying reasons.

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Siargao Spot 2019

Siargao Spot 2019

SIARGAO TRAVEL: Magpupungko Rock Formation in Pilar is Siargao’s Natural Wonder

SIARGAO TRAVEL: Magpupungko Rock Formation in Pilar is Siargao’s Natural Wonder

Siargao Island just cannot help but to treat its guests with grand rock formations not only inside the Tayangban Cave but also along a secluded beach, surrounded by natural rock pools in the municipality of Pilar in Siargao- this is the Magpupungko. Explore the beauty of Siargao Island through this picturesque landscape, built by nature itself!

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Siargao Spot 2019

Siargao Spot 2019

SIARGAO TRAVEL: Sugba Lagoon in Del Carmen is the Island’s Go-to Paddle Boarding Spot

SIARGAO TRAVEL: Sugba Lagoon in Del Carmen is the Island’s Go-to Paddle Boarding Spot

Surrounded by stunning limestone hills, this 87-hectare shallow body of incredibly still water is where you can try paddle boarding while at the same time appreciating the serenity of this place.

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Siargao Spot 2019

Siargao Spot 2019

SIARGAO TRAVEL: Cloud 9 in General Luna Is Where You Can Catch the Best Waves

SIARGAO TRAVEL: Cloud 9 in General Luna Is Where You Can Catch the Best Waves

Known for its thick, hollow tubes, Cloud 9 is one of the unmissable surfing spots in the municipality of General Luna. In fact, it has become one of the must-try waves in the country for many professional, keen surfers across the world.

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Siargao Spot 2019

Siargao Spot 2019

JAPAN TRAVEL: Fort Goryokaku in Hakodate, A Historical Star-Shaped Citadel

JAPAN TRAVEL: Fort Goryokaku in Hakodate, A Historical Star-Shaped Citadel

The star-shaped Goryokaku Fort in Hakodate, Japan is not just for made for viewing pleasure—it holds importance in the city’s history as it was strategically built in 1864 to reduce blind spots in gun battles for defense.

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Hakodate Spot 2018

Hakodate Spot 2018

Historical landmark

JAPAN TRAVEL: Edo-Tokyo Museum in Tokyo

JAPAN TRAVEL: Edo-Tokyo Museum in Tokyo

Get to peek into Japan's history through the Edo-Tokyo Museum's unique armaments and mementos.

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New Golden Route 2018

Museum & Art Gallery

New Golden Route 2018

Theatre & Performing Arts

JAPAN TRAVEL: Nomura Clan Samurai Home in Kanazawa City

JAPAN TRAVEL: Nomura Clan Samurai Home in Kanazawa City

Nomura Samurai House is where one of the richest traditional heritage of Japan can be found!

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Feature of the Month

Ishikawa Prefecture

New Golden Route 2018

Feature of the Month

Historical landmark

Museum & Art Gallery

New Golden Route 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Tojinbo Cliffs in Fukui Prefecture

JAPAN TRAVEL: Tojinbo Cliffs in Fukui Prefecture

Get to see one of the most breathtaking views in Japan from the famous Tojinbo Cliffs in Fukui Prefecture.

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Feature of the Month

New Golden Route 2018

Feature of the Month

Amusement park/Theme park

Historical landmark

New Golden Route 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum

JAPAN TRAVEL: Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum

Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum's name instantly gives away what is displayed inside the halls of the museum: a selection of dinosaur bones (either real or made out of a synthetic material), animatronic displays, and a section dedicated to Earth Science and the evolution of life on Earth.

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Feature of the Month

New Golden Route 2018

Feature of the Month

Amusement park/Theme park

Animal Park & Wildlife

Historical landmark

Museum & Art Gallery

New Golden Route 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Awara Onsen in Fukui Prefecture

JAPAN TRAVEL: Awara Onsen in Fukui Prefecture

Fukui Prefecture is a place known for its tranquility thanks to the abundance of greenery, and no other city in the prefecture embodies this more than Awara Onsen, the region’s well-known hot spring city.

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Feature of the Month

New Golden Route 2018

Feature of the Month

Historical landmark

New Golden Route 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Takaoka City is The Perfect Place for Doraemon Fans!

JAPAN TRAVEL: Takaoka City is The Perfect Place for Doraemon Fans!

Takaoka in Toyama Prefecture also known as the birthplace of the world-famous Anime, Doraemon!

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New Golden Route 2018

Toyama Prefecture

New Golden Route 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Inami Town in Toyama Prefecture

JAPAN TRAVEL: Inami Town in Toyama Prefecture

Visit Inami in Toyama Prefecture, one the best town in Japan that is well known for its incredible traditional wood carvings.

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New Golden Route 2018

Toyama Prefecture

Historical landmark

Museum & Art Gallery

New Golden Route 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Exploring Tokyo via the New Golden Route

JAPAN TRAVEL: Exploring Tokyo via the New Golden Route

Tokyo City is a primary station of the New Golden Route via Hokuriku Shinkansen.

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New Golden Route 2018

New Golden Route 2018

Secret Spot Siargao: An Eco-Friendly Hostel That Will Remind You of the Old Siargao

Secret Spot Siargao: An Eco-Friendly Hostel That Will Remind You of the Old Siargao

When asked about the purpose of building Secret Spot Siargao, the owner said, “I want everyone to experience the old Siargao, the quieter side of the island, all while giving them a chance to meet people from all walks of life, whether they are backpacking the world or escaping from the stressful corporate world."

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Surigao del Norte

Siargao Hotel 2019

Siargao Hotel 2019

JAPAN TRAVEL: The Charm of Fukui Prefecture in the Hokuriku Region

JAPAN TRAVEL: The Charm of Fukui Prefecture in the Hokuriku Region

A trip to Fukui Prefecture is easier than ever with the Hokuriku Arch Pass!

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Fukui Prefecture

New Golden Route 2018

New Golden Route 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Hirosaki City Apple Park Lets You Discover the Largest Apple Producers in Japan

JAPAN TRAVEL: Hirosaki City Apple Park Lets You Discover the Largest Apple Producers in Japan

Last April, we had the opportunity to visit Hirosaki in Aomori Prefecture, the city recognized as the largest apple producer in Japan. We toured Hirosaki City Apple Park, an apple-themed park that’s worth a detour for tourists of all ages.

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Aomori Prefecture

Hirosaki Spot 2018

Hirosaki Spot 2018