Blauearth's Blog http://blauearth.wordpress.com I wanted a fill of Sam's Saramsam pasta and here's what I've got. Serendipität... Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:30:17 +0000 http://wordpress.com/ en hourly 1 http://www.gravatar.com/blavatar/ab735458310d07f089fb0448f24e5d71?s=96&d=http://s.wordpress.com/i/buttonw-com.png Blauearth's Blog http://blauearth.wordpress.com The 3 P’s To Remember In Ilocos http://blauearth.wordpress.com/2009/11/24/the-3-ps-to-remember-in-ilocos/ http://blauearth.wordpress.com/2009/11/24/the-3-ps-to-remember-in-ilocos/#comments Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:18:19 +0000 blauearth http://blauearth.wordpress.com/?p=2278 ]]>

Museum of Nature

Misty Blue Morning

These are two different perspectives of the Pasaleng Bay from the Patapat Viaduct that winds through the northern end of the Gran Cordillera Central in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte. If you’re planning an Ilocos getaway, make sure you don’t miss out on this surreal experience — a breathtaking museum of nature awaits you, and birds will welcome you with songs.

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]]> http://blauearth.wordpress.com/2009/11/24/the-3-ps-to-remember-in-ilocos/feed/ 0 blauearth Museum of Nature Misty Blue Morning Beach lovers… shake those piña coladas in Ilocos!! http://blauearth.wordpress.com/2009/11/08/beach-lovers-shake-those-pina-coladas-in-ilocos/ http://blauearth.wordpress.com/2009/11/08/beach-lovers-shake-those-pina-coladas-in-ilocos/#comments Sun, 08 Nov 2009 21:15:54 +0000 blauearth http://blauearth.wordpress.com/?p=2248 ]]>

Shake that piña colada!!

Ilocos Norte takes pride in its verdant surroundings and fine beaches. The southernmost town of Badoc, hometown of great painter, Juan Luna, also boasts of Badoc Island, a surfer’s paradise. Go north and you will find the Coral Rock Formations — Currimao’s treasure — in Brgy. Pangil. The beach, very child-friendly, is a wonderful snorkeling  spot.  The next town, Paoay, is  home to an  idyllic beach in Brgy. Masintoc. If you’re yearning for utmost peace and quiet with just the relaxing sound of ocean waves, this is definitely paradise for you. A little up north in Paoay is Suba Beach and next is the more popular Calayab Beach near the Fort Ilocandia Resort Hotel in Laoag.

There are many undiscovered beaches in Laoag. La Paz, proximate to the sand dunes, is one. I could go on and on. My pro surfer friends visited once to explore surfing spots; they all agreed that Caaoacan is ideal.

North of Laoag, you can easily find delight in the fishing town of  Pasuquin where there is a long stretch of sandy shores. Barangays Nalvo and Estancia translate to beach bliss. I rediscovered the beauty of Sexy Beach in Estancia just recently (click on to read an earlier post). And here’s a bonus — entirely for nature appreciation — an eco-tour at the Davila Mangroves. Please respect the place once you’re there and marvel at the distinct ecosystem — a sanctuary for juvenile ocean creatures. It was where we took-off for our incredible and unforgettable dolphin exploration adventure, which is possible only within the months of  March to July. Also, a must-see is Kapurpurawan (sometimes spelled as Kapurpuraoan) Rock Formation in Burgos.

Not to be missed is The Windmills of Bangui, built by the Northwind Power Development Corporation, after which you can end your beach hopping in Pagudpud. If you can’t decide where to go, as there are many good choices… oh, I recommend visiting  Saud, Blue Lagoon and Pasaleng, then decide where to chill-out the longest.

You can always leave a message at the comment box if you wish to inquire on accommodations. I’d love to answer you back, as it is what this blog is all about… and, perhaps, what I do best.

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Extreme water crossing in the desert

One Helluva Ride!

There’s nothing more thrilling than a 4×4 adventure when in Laoag, Ilocos Norte.  Contact the Laoag Off-Roaders through the Laoag Eco-Adventure Development (LEAD) Movement Inc, the group that introduced sandboarding in the Philippines. Contact numbers: 077-7720-538; 0919-873-5516

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]]> http://blauearth.wordpress.com/2009/11/08/lets-go-off-roading-at-the-la-paz-sand-dunes/feed/ 2 blauearth Extreme water crossing in the desert One Helluva Ride! The Ilocano Way of Life http://blauearth.wordpress.com/2009/10/28/the-ilocano-way-of-life/ http://blauearth.wordpress.com/2009/10/28/the-ilocano-way-of-life/#comments Wed, 28 Oct 2009 07:47:59 +0000 blauearth http://blauearth.wordpress.com/?p=2233 ]]>

The Passersby“If you have zest and enthusiasm you attract zest and enthusiasm. Life does give back in kind.” ~Norman Vincent Peale

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Under the sunset sky...Padsan River, Laoag

Across the water, across the deep blue ocean, under the open sunset sky...Sexy Beach, Pasuquin , Ilocos Norte

SOOC Golden Beach SunsetSuba Beach, Paoay, Ilocos Norte

"As gold more splendid from the fire appears; thus friendship brightens by the length of years." ~OvidCalayab, Laoag

"burn, baby, burn!"Vintar Road, Laoag

"summer river"Burgos, Ilocos Norte

Hold me close in your warm embrace...Padsan River, Laoag

A Shakespearean Sunset on my mindCurrimao, Ilocos Norte

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]]> http://blauearth.wordpress.com/2009/10/12/ilocos-under-the-sunset-skies/feed/ 0 blauearth Under the sunset sky... Across the water, across the deep blue ocean, under the open sunset sky... SOOC Golden Beach Sunset "As gold more splendid from the fire appears; thus friendship brightens by the length of years." ~Ovid "burn, baby, burn!" "summer river" Hold me close in your warm embrace... A Shakespearean Sunset on my mind Mother and Daughter Conversation http://blauearth.wordpress.com/2009/10/05/mother-and-daughter-conversation/ http://blauearth.wordpress.com/2009/10/05/mother-and-daughter-conversation/#comments Mon, 05 Oct 2009 20:46:44 +0000 blauearth http://blauearth.wordpress.com/?p=2176 ]]>

Mother and Child ConversationI just want to share with you this favorite shot of mine.

“Under my wings, you’ll start to ask yourself,
Under my wings, you’ll learn to fly,
Under my wings, you’ll start to look for me,
Under my wings, you’ll want to cry sometimes,
Under my wings, you’ll find someone to hold unto  — if you want to.”

*part of Dance With The Angels lyrics by Lisa Loeb

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The Santa Monica Church in Ilocos Norte

Formerly named San Miguel and built by the Augustinian friars during the Spanish Colonial period in the 17th century, the red brick church in Baroque and Neo-Classical style in Sarrat, Ilocos Norte is the largest in the entire Ilocos. It is a favorite for weddings because of its very long 137-meter aisle, the longest in the Philippines — a bride’s dream, I guess. Its popularity rose in 1983 when Irene Marcos, daughter of former-president F. Marcos, tied the knot with Gregorio Araneta III.

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]]> http://blauearth.wordpress.com/2009/09/25/the-santa-monica-church/feed/ 0 blauearth The Santa Monica Church in Ilocos Norte Blauearth’s Randomness http://blauearth.wordpress.com/2009/09/20/blauearths-randomness/ http://blauearth.wordpress.com/2009/09/20/blauearths-randomness/#comments Sun, 20 Sep 2009 11:41:02 +0000 blauearth http://blauearth.wordpress.com/2009/09/20/the-girl-i-used-to-be-by-pia-andersson/ ]]>
I converse with my shoes.
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The girl I used to be by Pia Andersson

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From the Earth

Just like human creation, there are no two jars alike, and not all come out perfect.

These earthen jars, called burnay, are among the artifacts on display at the Museo Ilocos Norte of Gameng Museum, located beside the Ilocos Norte Provincial Capitol and which used to be an old tobacco factory during the Spanish Colonization Period.

Up to now, these jars, which are made in banga factories in the town of San Nicolas, are being used to hold rice grains, water, salt, vinegar, basi or sugarcane wine, bugguong or fish paste and anything else. They are also used as interior or landscape decoration. A fresh one is not that expensive. The older it gets, the more valuable it becomes.

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]]> http://blauearth.wordpress.com/2009/09/19/burnay-itti-ilocos/feed/ 0 blauearth From the Earth The Laoag Sinking Bell Tower (by evening) http://blauearth.wordpress.com/2009/09/18/the-laoag-sinking-bell-tower-by-evening/ http://blauearth.wordpress.com/2009/09/18/the-laoag-sinking-bell-tower-by-evening/#comments Fri, 18 Sep 2009 04:59:25 +0000 blauearth http://blauearth.wordpress.com/?p=2148 ]]>

The Laoag Sinking Bell Tower (by evening)

A view of Laoag’s most popular landmark, the sinking belfry built in 1612, amid pitch-blackness.

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]]> http://blauearth.wordpress.com/2009/09/18/the-laoag-sinking-bell-tower-by-evening/feed/ 0 blauearth The Laoag Sinking Bell Tower (by evening)