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BEST DINNER
The Bagbet (a
mix of
bagnet
and
pinakbet
) and
Puqui-Puqui at La Preciosa.
BEST SOUVENIRS
Basi and
Bugnay wines,
sukang
(vinegar)
Iluko,
longganisa
and
bawang.
INSIDER TIP
The weather in
the city is unpredictable. It is best
to bring an umbrella at all times, so
you’re always prepared.
AREA CODE
(77)
CURRENCY
Philippine Peso (PHP1 = US$0.02)
TOUCHDOWN
You can hire a van, jeepney
or tricycle from the Laoag airport to get to your
destination in town. However, an eco-friendly
means of getting around the city is the
kalesa
or
horse-drawn carriage.
BY DAY
Wait up for the sunrise at the La Paz
sand dunes. An alternative way to enjoy the
dunes is to ride through them on a 4x4 or go
sandboarding. Enjoy a
kalesa
ride around the city
and try the street foods along the way.
BY NIGHT
For dinner, visit La Preciosa for their
amazing menu of Ilocano and international
cuisines. Visit the Provincial Capitol, which is best
viewed in the evening with its picturesque fountain
and lights.
SLEEP
Renzo Hotel is located within the vicinity
of Laoag Centro. For your convenience, it has a
supermarket, souvenir and coffee shop inside.
www.laoagrenzohotel.com
PHILIPPINES
LAOAG
DIDYOU
KNOW?
LOCAL SPEAK
Use
“silya”
(left) and
“manu”
(right) when giving
directions to a local driver.
BEST SOUVENIRS
Machetes
and knives can be bought along the
highway in Brgy. Larion.
INSIDER TIP
Know that
you have three choices when riding
a tricycle: capacity, special or
double pay.
AREA CODE
(78)
CURRENCY
Philippine Peso (PHP1 = US$0.02)
TOUCHDOWN
To get to town, you take two
tricycles: one from the airport to the main road,
and then another to the town proper. It should cost
you no more than just PHP10 per ride. And the
rides are fairly short.
BY DAY
For the spiritual, there are a number of
churches to visit: Sts. Peter and Paul Cathedral; the
San Jacinto Church; St. Paul University Church;
and the Basilica of Piat. For the adventurous, try
spelunking at the Callao Caves.
BY NIGHT
Enjoy a delicious dinner at Kainang
Pilipino, where you can taste local fare. Don’t miss
out on their specialty, crispy
pata
. After dinner,
head to nearby Hotel Carmelita for a fun night of
karaoke.
SLEEP
Las Palmas de San Jose is a
Mediterranean-inspired hotel and resort in San
Jose Village. It offers clean rooms and a homey
atmosphere.
www.laspalmas.com.ph
PHILIPPINES
TUGUEGARAO
Jeremy
Villasis
travel
photographer
LESTER LEDESMA
Marie Stella
U. Gaspar
student
09LKH Smile
Ser 4
Many local films have been filmed on
the sand dunes of Laoag.
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