Pagudpud

We didn't know what plan my friend had when we visited Pagudpud. I was actually looking forward to staying in a grand resort where we can bask and enjoy the sun.

Instead of a private resort my friend brought us in a public beach where we paid just Php20 per head. Kids below 6 are free.

I thought we'd never enjoy for there were plenty of tourists that day, I was wrong. We, especially the kids, enjoyed swimming and playing.

Watching the sun go down was one of the highlights of our stay.

Pagudpud sunset is comparable to that of Boracay sunset, maybe even better.

Malacanang of the North

When we visited Ilocos last 2009 I was happy to know that one of the itineraries was to visit Malacanang of the North.

During the late President Ferdinand Marcos regime, Malacanang of the North was the official residence of the Marcos family whenever they visit Ilocos. It is also the venue where the Marcoses entertained well-known personalities in different sectors of the land, and yes high profile personalities from different countries, too.

When the former president was ousted in 1986, Malacanang of the North was transformed into a museum housing most of the late president's mementos.

The enormous rooms, fixtures and furnitures are indicative of the opulence of its former residents. It is impressive to note that the place is well-kept.

Take a peek into the lavishness of Malacanang ti Amianan.