May 2009
1 post
Ilocos Norte Vacation →
We will be writing about our recent trip to Ilocos Norte in the coming days. We have added a page to lipadna, specifically for this, so do check out our Ilocos Norte trip write-ups once in awhile!…
January 2009
1 post
Pannzian Beach and Mountain Resort in Pagudpud,... →
Pannzian Beach and Mountain Resort is located in Baranggay Pancian, Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte. It offers an environment where guests can enjoy the mountains, beaches, cool springs, waterfalls, and…
November 2008
1 post
Brandon’s Lodging at Batanes, Philippines →
We received word that Pension Ivatan is now Brandon’s Lodging. The Pension Ivatan website is still up but there does not seem to be much that you can do there if you wanted to get more information.
September 2008
1 post
Playa Tropical in Ilocos Norte, Philippines →
Playa Tropical is located in Barangay Victoria, Currimao, Ilocos Norte. It positions itself as a Bali-type/inspired resort, with casas and villas.
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April 2008
1 post
Amarela Resort in Bohol →
Amarela Resort is located in Panglao Island, Bohol, Philippines. It is a boutique resort which offers views of the Bohol Sea and which gives guests access to a white beach.
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March 2008
1 post
Camsur WaterSports Complex in Camarines Sur,... →
Camsur Watersports Complex is located in Camarines Sur in the Bicol Region. From Manila, you may fly to get there via Naga or Legazpi.
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February 2008
1 post
Grand Boracay Resort in Boracay, Philippines →
Summer is fast approaching here in the Philippines so you may want to start planning your next trip to Boracay! You can check out Grand Boracay Resort Philippines which is located near D’Mall at…
January 2008
1 post
The Tides Boracay Hotel in Boracay Philippines →
The Tides Boracay Hotel is located near D’Mall and at Boat Station 2. It offers two room categories: Essential and Exceptional, with nightly room rate ranging from USD 140++ to USD 180++.
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December 2007
1 post
Kalinaw Resort in Siargao, Philippines →
Kalinaw Resort is located in the Island of Siargao in Surigao del Norte. It is located near the famed surfing wave known as Cloud 9.
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November 2007
1 post
Punta de Uian Resort in Zambales, Philippines →
Punta de Uian Resort is located in Zambales, Philippines, about 160 kilometers from Manila. While there, you can enjoy sweet mangoes, sand beaches, and even take a side trip to Mount Pinatubo.
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October 2007
1 post
Lighthouse Marina Resort in Subic, Philippines →
Lighthouse Marina Resort is a boutique resort located in Subic, Zambales, Philippines. It is located about one and a half hours from NLEX in Balintawak.
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September 2007
2 posts
Sitio Remedios in Ilocos Norte, Philippines →
Sitio Remedios is located in Barangay Victoria, Currimao, Ilocos Norte, Philippines. It is a heritage village resort which faces the South China Sea. You can reach it by flying from Manila to Laoag.
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Asian Spirit Flights to Busuanga, Palawan →
Asian Spirit flies daily to Busuanga in Northern Palawan, Philippines using a 50-seater De Havilland Dash 7. Asian Spirit says that this is the biggest aircraft to land in Northern Palawan.
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August 2007
4 posts
Pension Ivatan in Batanes, Philippines →
I have always wanted to visit Batanes and will probably do so when either the kids are bigger (so they will appreciate the place) or when I get away on my own. Batanes is located at the Philippines’ northernmost territory and is a place visited often by our typhoons. It is composed of 11 islands scattered in the Bashi Channel. (more…)
Paradise Philippines
The Philippines is a paradise. From the people, to the food, to the sights and sounds, to nature, and to the travel spots in Cebu, Bohol, Palawan, Ilocos, and so many other places in the Philippines. In the coming weeks, you will be treated to a buffet of sights and sounds in the Philippines. It will be as if you were right here in Manila, even if you’re in front of your screen in the...