Majority of Brunei's attractions lie within walking distance of each other in the heart of the capital city, Bandar Seri Begawan. You have many transportation options to get around Brunei.
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I've only visited Ilocos Norte once so I was able to a couple of
hotels, but that doesn't mean I can't give information on other hotels.
These are the hotels where we stayed when we visited.
Northview Hotel
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To truly enjoy your visit here, you must, at least, stay a night
here. We have a car so we decided to
stay a night at the Northview Hotel.
It's near the downtown proper and other tourist sports. Read more>>
Last Updated: August 31, 2016
Please find below the list of accommodations in Ilocos Norte. This is just a list and does not guarantee the current room rates, addresses, contact numbers and quality of service of the hotels. It is advisable that you do a full and thorough research about a specific hotel before booking.
We
always end our tour by eating, and this was no exception. Since we are soon
checking out the hotel, we decided on having lunch in their restaurant.
Vigan
is known for their bagnet, empanada, longganisa, ukoy, poqui-poqui and
chichacorn so make sure you try these before you leave.
Vigan
Empanada
Empanada is another food that Filipinos love to eat. Not only because it's delicious but also it's
affordable for a complete meal. Read more>>
Bagnet is a deep fried pork belly and from what the local said to me when I asked, it's sun dried for a
long time to make it more crispier.
It's considered the top favorite among the Filipinos.
Almost everybody knows this delicacy and no-one can't deny this, except
me, though. It's delicious but too salty for me. It's made like that to preserve it after deep frying and sun drying.
I love it though when included in any vegetable recipe, it served as the salt and of course the meat. One of that is the Pinakbet (Mixed Vegetables Saute with shrimp paste). Another local favorite in Vigan. I love it and I would love to try it again.
This is from the restaurant at Grandpa's Inn.
Ukoy, sometimes called Okoy is a flavorful Filipino appetizer with a golden color and crisp. It's made of unpeeled shrimps, but sometimes, others used peeled shrimps. It's best to serve after cooking to enjoy the crispiness.
I've only stayed one night in Vigan so I was able to stay at one hotel only, but this really is a must if you need an accommodation in Vigan, Ilocos Sur. Your home away from home.
Grandpa's Inn & Restaurant
Grandpa's
Inn is an old house, or more like a mansion, that was converted into a hotel.
Located just a few minutes away from Calle Crisologo in Vigan City. Readmore>>
Last Updated: December 12, 2017
Cebu is one of the very popular provinces in the Philippines and has a lot of luxurious hotels. If you want the best accommodation, book at one of the hotels in Mactan Island, where all the exciting events happen.
When you visit Bohol province and have extra day or two, spend
it exploring the neighboring city, Cebu.
These are the places we've visited for just a day. We started at
8:00am and finished at 4:00pm. If your flight is not until late evening, you
still have enough time to explore the resorts at Mactan Island.
Mactan
Shrine
Also called Liberty Shrine or Lapu-Lapu
Shrine is built in honor of Datu Lapu-Lapu, Ferdinand Magellan and the
Battle of Mactan. In the site the first thing you'll see when you enter is the
Magellan Shrine. Read more>>
Leyte is an island in the Philippines that consists of two provinces, Leyte Province (Northern Leyte) & Southern Leyte. The province is known for the longest bridge in the Philippines, the San Juanico Bridge, that connects the provinces of Leyte and Samar. Seems impossible but former President Marcos made it possible, for his wife Imelda Romualdez Marcos, so people say.
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Food
always go along with attractions, so if you get tired or get hungry while
exploring Bohol province in the Philippines, eat your tiredness away!
Floating Restaurant @ Loboc River
Lunch at a floating restaurant while
cruising Loboc River is one of the top things to do in Bohol. It's the best way
to end your morning after visiting the many tourist attractions. Read more>>
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If you need a place to
stay in Bohol, Philippines, you have the options for a cheap lodging to a very
expensive resorts. We only stayed there for 1 night so I can only give you an
idea for one resort. But please refer to the list for more choices.
Dumaluan
Beach Resort
Dumaluan Beach Resort used to be just a
family weekend getaway resort with nipa hut cottage. When friends of the
family started coming they began building more nipa hut. Readmore>>
Ilocos Norte is one of the provinces in the Philippines that offer a lot
of beautiful attractions and historical sites. Very far from Manila, but it’s all
worth it once you start exploring.
Make sure to see these places when you visit the province.
Paoay Church (St.
Augustine Catholic Parish Church)
Formally called St. Augustine Catholic Parish Church, Paoay church is one of
the oldest churches in the Philippines and inscribed as UNESCO’s World Heritage
list...read more>>
The Sinking Bell Tower of Laoag
The Sinking Bell Tower of Laoag
This centuries old 45m bell tower is the first thing you'll see
when you arrive at Laoag's town proper. Reputed to be the most
solid, massive and tallest tower in the Philippines...read more>>
Laoag Cathedral (Saint William Metropolitan
Cathedral)
Another
reason I want to come back in Ilocos Norte is this church. Also known as
St. Augustine Catholic Parish Church, one of the biggest and oldest churches
in the country...read more>>
Malacanang of the North
This beautiful house of two-storey sits on a
five-hectare property with a magnificent view of Paoay Lake. It has grand
living rooms; seven bedrooms, an expansive terrace and
a beautiful garden overlooking the lake...read more>>
Paoay Lake
Paoay Lake is declared as a National
Park in 1978 and locally called dakkel danum, which means large body of water.
It is a legendary lake because of the interesting
and enchanting history passed upon by forefathers to present generations...read more>>
Batac Church (Immaculate Concepcion Parish
Church)
This is the church of the former President Ferdinand Marcos' birthplace. One of its priors
wrote the "Relacion", retelling Diego Silang's rise against the
Spaniards...read more>>
Marcos
Museum & Mausoleum
This museum is where you will find both memorabilia
storage and the current resting place of former President Ferdinand Marcos.
It is situated in the heart of Batac City, Ilocos Norte...read more>>
Paoay Sand Dunes (La Paz Sand Dunes)
This
national geological monument expands from the boundary of Currimao and Paoay to
La Paz in Laoag City. The scenery going to this place is not that pretty
but when you get to see the sand dunes...read more>>
Sarrat Church (Santa Monica Parish Church)
Originally known as San Miguel Church, this
church is renowned as the largest church in Ilocos Norte. What
interest me most of this church is the bell tower, standing proudly just beside
the church...read more>>
Cape Bojeador Lighthouse (Burgos Lighthouse)
This lighthouse is a cultural structure located at Burgos, Ilocos NOrte. This is not the tallest lighthouse in the country like what others believe, but it is however the most accessible lighthouse in Luzon...read more>>
Kapurpurawan Rock Formation
Is
a formation created by forces of the ocean on the rocky coast of Burgos,
located just a few minutes further from the lighthouse...read more>>
Bangui Wind Farm (Bangui Windmills)
Is
the first wind generating farm in the Southeast Asia. This was built due
to insufficient power provided by National Power Corporation in the province. What
amazes me when I saw first saw these, was how...read more>>
Patapat Viaduct
Patapat Viaduct is
a coastal bridge connecting Ilocos Norte and Cagayan Valey Region. It's really
amazing to see this snake-like bridge in between the ocean and the mountains.
It's the 4th longest bridge in the country...read more>>
Blue Lagoon, Pagudpud
We
were not able to explore more of Pudpud because we don't have much time.
We only visited the Blue Lagoon, had a dip, sleep then went home...read more>>
If
you are planning on visiting Ilocos Norte, make sure you have a lot of time, so
you'll enjoy to the fullest. And you will be able to see a lot of tourist
attractions.
Each
of us have a preference of what we want to see and do. But most often
than not, historical sites have this appeal to most people. And I am one
of those most people :) I love histories and old houses; Vigan is
perfect for my taste.
Calle Crisolo
Calle
Crosologo, also known as Mena Crisologo Street in Vigan City is the most
popular tourist attraction in the province of Ilocos Sur. Named after
Mena Pecson Crisologo, one of the most respected sons of Ilocos Sur...read more>>
I’ve been to Puerto Princesa once and we
only stayed in one hotel. However, if you want to check the hotels around,
please check this post.
Tropical Sun Inn
Since what we got during our trip to Palawan
is a package we have to stay here. It's a very homey inn and they are not
very strict. On our last day, it's the Island tour and we need a place to
wash the salt water and sand. We booked one room for 6 of us so we can use the
bathroom. But the hotel let us use their outside bathrooms too!
Address: 152 Manalo Street,
Puerto Princesa, Palawan
Phone: +63484336493
Fax: +63484338288
Website: www.tropicalsuninn.com
Please click here for the list of hotels/Inns in Puerto Princesa.
Of course, it has become a customary that
when I go to other provinces, I try their delicacies and other well-known
food. We weren't able to try other restaurants, but these for me, were
good enough.
KaLui Restaurant
Puerto
Princesa is one of the provinces I love along with Leyte. I've been to
Leyte twice already and I'll make sure to visit Puerto Princesa again....soon.
In
the meantime, if you are planning on visiting Puerto Princes, make sure to
visit these places.
Plaza Cuartel
From afar, this looks like just a simple
park, but behind it is a tragic history. This place is a restored ruins
and a reminder of the Palawan Massacre during the World War II...read more>>
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