I was one of the bloggers chosen to run for the recently held Color Manila's Blacklight Run because I am fit. Wait, let me state that accurately. They thought I was fit. It has been what? Eight months since my last strenuous activity . I have a legitimate excuse though: my left…

Ilocos Norte is the farthest we've been to in the Philippines ( maghintay ka lang Batanes ). And like every eager first time visitor, we did almost everything touristy! But also like every thrill-seeking adventurer, we just had to do something that can turn on the rush. Honestly,…

I tried to be a regular blogger. Hence, the lame attempt to strike those blogger poses in the quaintest street I've ever been to: Calle Crisologo. It wasn't as crowded as I thought it would be. So I thought it's a perfect time for photo ops while Jan and I wait for our tumm…

After enjoying the top tourist attractions in Pagudpud , we had our lunch at past 1:00 in the afternoon and headed to Burgos for our South Tour. HOW TO GET AROUND ILOCOS NORTE If you are going for a DIY tour, the best way to get around Ilocos is to ride a tricycle. You may opt for…

Before we landed in Laoag City, we HAD a planned itinerary. The weather forecast app warned us about heavy rains and scattered thunderstorms. So we had it all planned out. Let's do Plan A. If weather does not permit us, we'll do Plan B.  But traveling does not always work that…

One of the reasons why I was so excited about this trip is because I would finally be reintroducing myself to my roots. I am an Ilocano. Both my parents and most of my relatives from both sides are Ilocanos. But since I was raised in Davao, I never really got to know my roots. The only …