Monday, July 15, 2019

#Elyureadyforme "La Union"

Sometimes, those spur of the moment travel decisions are the best triggers of excitement in your normal daily grind. Second time to visit the same place but travelling with different set of companions, makes your trip a whole new experience.


I came to know La Union (Elyu) for its surf and music festival events. This time around, Elyu offers a serene vibe and a laidback morning to beach goers. The hot surface of the sand that touches your sole will make you giddy to spend more time by the water.

Charlie's Hangar surf hostel is a good place to stay if you are a group of 8 pax.  There is a large aircraft outside the dormitory-like building which is instagramworthy shot for guests. How ironic since the room inside is like a shipping cabin in contrast to its name hangar. At night, the veranda is a good place for social gathering. For sure, most of the day time, vacationers will bask under the sun to enjoy the waves and the winds.

Tagaytay: Balay Dako and Calaruega

Tagaytay has been my family's favorite hub since it is few tumblings away from home. It has several food and coffee establishments you can visit every roadtrip. The cool weather entices you to try various restaurants particularly ordering the famous bulalo of Tagaytay.

Balay Dako

This elegant restaurant is conducive for diners in big group or family/clan celebrations. The 2nd floor of the restaurant has the nice overlooking view of Taal Volcano.


The stop-over won't be complete without ordering bulalo. The bulalo meat was cooked well for hours.

A must try also is the piyaya for pasalubong. The best!

Sunday, July 14, 2019

Lucban Quezon

In the heart of Lucban Quezon stands the huge statue of Jesus "Kamay ni Hesus" similar to the Christ the Redeemer in Brazil. It is good to spend one weekend here and enjoy hiking all the way to the statue. It has several stops featuring the stations of the cross for believers. The Arc of Noah is also the primary feature of  the shrine with several stalls at the side offering crafts, souvenirs and delicacies of Quezon. 


You can also have a stop over at the Palaisdaan for fresh seafood and yummy gata viand.