Several years back, I and my friends had a tour around the Ilocos region. We visited some known old churches, famous landmarks and their finest beaches. And of course we also tried renowned Ilocano dishes like, vigan longanisa, pinakbet, kilawin, bagnet and many more. Most food menu of restaurants in Ilocos has Poqui-Poqui, which is an eggplant dish and we were afraid to try them because it doesn’t really look appetizing and it doesn’t have a detailed description. I don’t know if it’s just the picture, but I guess I am not that adventurous when it comes to food unless someone...

We Left Laoag right after visiting sand dunes of La Paz in the afternoon, We arrived Pagudpod early in he evening just right for us to check-in and had dinner at Apo Idon Hotel. We had a great time during the day enjoying the sun, sand and the sea waves at the beach front of Apo Idon in Pagudpod. Immidiately right afte lunch, we checked out at the hotel and continue exploring the last phase of Ilocos Norte. Its a must see and experience driving through Patapat Viaduct. Its a long bridge right beside the sea and the mountain. Nice view! I really dunno if its normal for that area to be gloomy weather at...

After 24hours stay in Vigan, we decided to go to our next stop. Laoag Ilocos Norte. We arrived at Laoag at dinner time so what we did first is to check in to a hotel accessible everywhere. Isabel suites is the name of our hotel. Neat huh and it has an wifi internet access. After checkn-in at Isabel Suites, we went around Laoag city to look for a good place to eat. Here’s our rule in looking for a place to eat. A restaurant that is very unique that you can’t find in Metro Manila. Bingo! Saramsam Cafe, very nice ambiance, mixed antique ambiance and very good food as well. hmmm yummy huh! I...

If you wanna see the entire Ilocos and their best on a road trip, plan it for 4 to 5 days because there are lots of places to see. If you want to enjoy the entire trip, tag a co-driver along, a friend who can drive your car. You must consider my tips on traveling when planning a long road trip for better preparation. Day 1 Vigan, Ilocos Sur We arrived Vigan late in the afternoon that’s why we arrange first where to stay for over night. There are lots of Hotels in the area but we decided to stay in Villa Angela, a very unique place to stay because of their antique ambiance. Since your in Vigan,...