We left Metro Manila at 09:00 PM in the evening and reached Vigan in Ilocos Sur before sunrise.

- This place is going to remind you of Intramuros in Metro Manila.

- You can buy pasalubong here but better if you do it on the way back so you can still compare other pasalubong centers.

- A beautiful garden and cafe where you can eat breakfast.

- You can roam around the garden while your food is being prepared.

This is owned by Chavit Singson, a successful businessman and politician based in Ilocos.

In the zoo, you'll see lions, turkeys, reindeers, goats, zebras, ostriches, reptiles, and many others.

- They sell wooden dicks.

- You'll see more of these items in most pasalubong centers in Ilocos. 😆

- A UNESCO World Heritage Site

- Real name: Saint Augustine Parish Church

The residence of Ferdinand Marcos's family when he was president has now been turned into a museum with overlooking view of Paoay Lake.

Located beside the Malacanang of the North to symbolize the friendship between China and Ilocos Norte.

The highlight of the trip! Explore the sand dunes while riding a 4x4 truck and try sandboarding.

- It was a very long drive and we conquered 8 destinations on the way. Perfect time to chill and recharge for tomorrow's jam-packed day.

- Century Gardens serves food and drinks. They also have a swimming pool inside the resort so you don't have to go out.

- As an alternative, there's also BBQ and karinderya just outside of the resort if you don't like the menu.

They serve silogs and lutong bahay for around P120 and 3-in-1 coffee for P25

- Very beautiful beach with turquoise blue water. We enjoyed playing with the strong waves and I wish we have surfing boards during that time.

- I tried to snorkel around the beach but there was no underwater world there. Just clear water and white sand. Still beautiful.

- A popular rock formation in Pagudpud

- You can climb towards the hole and you'll discover that there's a view deck facing a beach.

- Another favorite! I can't believe this place exists!

- A stunning natural limestone formation.

Tips:

- From the jump-off point, you have the option to ride a horse, but I don't recommend it since the limestone isn't that far.

- Also, here's why I prefer walking: there's a rock formation midway where if you position the camera just right, it looks like you're sitting beside the clouds. I think you would take a different route if you ride the horse and you'll skip this spot.

- Once you reach the main rock formation, there's a secret viewing deck above, facing the sea, with breathtakingly blue water.

- Most tourists don't come here and it's not advisable for older people since you need to climb.