ILOCOS NORTE TRAVEL GUIDE
BRIEF HISTORY
Long before the coming of the Spaniards, there already existed an extensive region
(consisting the present provinces of Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Abra and La Union) which was
renowed for its gold mines. Merchants from Japan and China would often visit the area to trade
gold with beads, ceramics and silk. The inhabitants of the region, believed to be of Malay origin,
called their place “ samtoy”, and from “sao mi toy”, which literally meant “our language”.
In 1571, when the Spanish conquistadors had established the Spanish City of Manila,
they began looking for new centers of administration to conquer. Legaspi’s grandson, Juan De
Salcedo, volunteered to lead one of these expeditions. Togother with 8 armed boats and 45 men,
the 22 year old voyager headed towards the north.
On June 13, 1572, Salcedo And His men landed in Vigan and then proceeded towards
Laoag, Currimao and Badoc. As they sailednalong the coast, they were surprised to see
numerous sheltered coves (“looc”) where the locals lived in harmony. Consequently, they named
the region “Ylocos’ and its people “Ylocanos”.
As the Christianization of the region grew, so did the landscape of the area. Vast tracks of
land were utilized for churches and bell towers in line with Spanish mission of “bajo las
campanas”. In the town plaza, it was not uncommon to see garrisons under the church bells. The
colonization process was slowly being carried out.
The Spanish colonization of the region, however, was never completely successful.
Owing to the abusive practices of many Ilocanos revolted against their colnizers. Noteworthy of
these were the Dingras uprising (1589) and Pedro Almasan revolt ( San Nicolas,1660).In 1762,
Diego Silang led a series of battles aimed at freeing the Ilocanos from the Spanish yoke. When
he died from an assassin’s bullet his widow Gabriela continued the cause. Unfortunately , she too
was captured and hanged. In 1807, the sugarcane (“ basi”) brewers of Piddig rose up in arms to
protest the government’s monopoly of the wine industry. I 1898, the church excommunicated
Gregorio Aglipay for refusing to cut off ties with the revolutionary forces of Gen. Emilio
Aguinaldo. Unperturbed, he established the “Iglesia Filipina Independence”. Aglipay’s
movement and the nationalist sentiment it espoused helped restore the self-respect of many
Filipinos.
In an effort to gain more political control as a result of the increasing population of the
region, A Royal Decree was signed on February 2, 1818 splitting Ilocos into two provinces
Ilocos Norte and Ilocos Sur. Soon thereafter, the provinces of La Union and Abra likewise
became independent.
WHERE TO GO
DAY 1 (center: approximately 4 hours)
Laoag
San Nicolas
Sarrat
Solsona
Aurora Park, Sinking Bell Tower, Museo Ilocos Norte, INTTIC Center,
Dapa-yan Ti Ilocos, Tobacco Monopoly Monument, St. William’s
Cathedral
pottery, 17th Century Church
Aglipayan church, Sta. Monica church and convent
Dua-Dua falls, Karingking river
DAY 2 (north: approximately 4 hours)
Bacarra
Acrobatic Bell Tower and Ruins
Pasuquin
biscocho, salt making
Burgos
Cape Bojedor Lighthouse, Caangrian Falls, Capurpuraoan Rock
Bangui
Bangui Valley
Pagudpud
Mabogabog Falls, Patapat Aquaduct
Pasaleng Bay, white sand beaches
DAY 3 (SOUTH: approximately 4 hours)
Badoc
Juan Luna house
Currimao
Coral rock formations
Batac
Gregorio Aglipay Church, Marcos Museum,
Mariano Marcos State University, Ricarte Park
Paoay
Corniks factory, Malacanang of the North,
Paoay Church, Paoay Lake
FAST FACTS
GEOGRAPHY
Ilocos Norte has a land of 3,662 sq.km.,bordered by Ilocos Sur
(south), Abra (southeast), Cagayan (east) and the South China
Sea (west).
CITIES
1(Laoag City)
TOWNS
22(Adams, Bacarra,Badoc,Bangui,Banna,Batac,Burgos,Carasi,
Currimao, Dingras,Dumalneg,Marcos,Nueva Era, Pagudpud,
Paoay,Pasuquin,Piddig,Pinili,San Nicolas,Sarrat,Solsona & Vintar)
PROXIMITY
By air: 45 minutes from Manila 55 minutes from Kaoshiung, 80
Minutes from Guangzhou, Hongkong & Taipe; 2.15 hours from
Shanghai.
By land: 8 hours from Manila,4 hours from Baguio.
FLIGHTS*
Domestic: Basco (3x/week); Manila (5x/week) Int’l.:Guangzhou
(3x/week); Hongkong (3x/week);Kaoshiung (3x/week); Shanghai (daily)
& * (kindly contact airlines & tour operators for fees & flight schedule)
SEASONS
Dry (November to April ) and wet (May to October)
CLIMATE
Average temperature is 26.8˚ C (end 2000).
POPULATION
Total 514,241 (end 2000). Average annual growth is 0.84% per annum.
LANGUAGE
Iloko (Ilocano) is the common language, although English and Filipino are
widely used.
RELIGION
Roman Catholic 63%, Aglipay 20%, others 17% (end 2000)
LARGEST AREA
Vintar
Nueva Era
Marcos
CLOTHING
Thin cotton is recommended, although a jacket may be necessary in the
evenings during the coller months (November – February).
ELECTRICITY
220 volts, 60 cycles.
WATER
Drink only bottled or boiled water.
624.85 sq.km pop.29,031 (end 2000)
515.02 sq.km
6,095
226.38 sq.km
15,134
GETTING AROUND
The following means of transportation are available for your use:

PRIVATE CARS & VANS
May be booked through any or through your hotel.
Average price is P2,000 for the whole day, inclusive
of a private chauffeur.

BUS
Prices vary, although bus owners usually collect a
minimum fee pf P50 per hour, per passenger, for an
air-conditioned bus.

JEEPNEY
Colorful utility vehicles that ply the common routes.
Average fee is P4.00 per kilometer.

TRICYCLE
The easiest way to get around town, especially if
short distances are involved. A P5 payment is charged
for the first 2 kilometers, after which it is negotiable.
Higher rates are charged for outer limits. To avoid
any misunderstanding, we recommend that you and
the driver agree on fare before embarking on the fare
before embarking on the journey.

CALESA
If you have time to spare, we recommend a calesa
ride around the city. Minimum charge is P5.00 for the
first 2 kilometers.

PUMP BOATS
Popular “bancas” that make island exploring a
delightful adventure. Average price is P150 per hour,
although you can negotiate a lower rate on a slow
day.
USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS
AREA CODE
077
AIRLINES
Far Eastern Transport
Hong Cheung Travel
Laoag International Airlines
773-2059; 793-6990
772-1166 loc.2075
(02) 833-9606
773-2588
(02) 551-9729
BUS LINES
Autobus Transport System, Inc.
Farinas Bus Company
Florida
Bus Company
Maria de Leon Bus Company
Partas Bus Company
Philippine Rabbit Company
RCJ Bus Company
770-3756
772-0126
771-6466
771-4029; 792-3221
772-0212
771-4898
771-7250
72-1269
CAR RENTAL
Executive Cars, Inc., Ablan Ave., Laoag
770-3756
COMMUNICATION SERVICES
AMANET
M.H. del Pilar St. Laoag
BAYANTEL
Bonifacio St., Laoag
CYBERSPACE
Gen. Segundo, Laoag
DIGITEL
Billoca St., Laoag
MOBILINE
Bonifacio St., Laoag
PLDT
Mabini St., Laoag
TXT Internet
F.R. Castro, Laoag
770-3388; 771-6663
772-0664
773-1881
792-3305
773-1913
772-0100; 772-1151
771-4791
COURIERS
EXL
LBC
JRS
KABAYAN
Juan Luna St., Laoag
Fonacier St., Laoag
Rizal St., Laoag
Bonifacio St., Laoag
771-6250
772-1594
772-0807
772-0664
Batac
Laoag
792-3416
772-1885; 772-0111
FIRE
HOSPITAL
Ablan Memorial Hospital, Laoag
Gaoat General Hospital, Batac
MMSU Hospital, Batac
MMSU Emergency Room, Batac
Ranada Hospital
San Jose General Hospital, Batac
772-0303
792-3040
792-3002; 792-3133
792-3144; 792-3133
772-1108
792-4208
FOREIGN EXCHNAGE
Allied Bank
Asian Bank
Banco Filipino
BPI
China Bank
Equitable Bank
Far East Bank
LBC Bank
Land Bank
Metrobank
PNB
PCI Bank
Pilipinas Bank
Phil.Banking
Phil. Veterans
Prudential Bank
Rang-ay Bank
Security Bank
Solid Bank
Bonifacio St., Laoag
J.P. Rizal Street
J.P. Rizal Street
Rizal Ave., Laoag
Abadilla Street
Gen. Segundo Avenue
Bonofacio St., Laoag
J.P. Rizal Street
Bonifacio St., Laoag
Nolasco St., Laoag
J.P. Rizal Street
J.P. Rizal Street
J.P. Rizal Street
F.R.Castro Avenue
Gen. Segundo Avenue
J.P. Rizal Street
Villanueva Street
J.P. Rizal Street
Abadilla Street
772-0139
772-0039
772-0269; 773-1928
772-0113; 772-0118
772-1024; 772-1027
770-3702; 770-3703
772-0321
772-0668
772-0484
772-0221
772-0144; 772-0145
772-1123; 772-0315
772-0343; 772-1710
770-3336
770-3187; 770-3188
772-0434
770-3808
772-1678
772-1024; 772-1027
Batac
Laoag
166; 792-4353
166; 772-0564
POLICE
TELEGRAPH SERVICES
PT&T
Bonifacio St.,Laoag
RCPI
Bonifacio St., Laoag
772-0313;772-0335
772-0664
TOUR OPERATORS
Hong Cheung
Fort Ilocandia Hotel
772-1166 loc. 2075
R&G Travel
Washington St., Batac
792-3350
Travel Ilocandia
Nolasco St., Laoag
770-5610
PINAKBET group
772-0538
(Provinces of Ilocos Norte Adventures,
pinakbetgroup@yahoo.com
Kampers, Bikers, Eco-Tourism Group)
www.geocities.com/pinakbetgroup
OTHER USEFUL INFO
Department of Agriculture
Department of Education, Culture & Sports
Department of Labor and Employment
Department of Local Government
Department of Trade & Industry
Department of Tourism
Emergency (ambulance)
Provincial Capitol
770-4237; 770-3378
771-5116
772-0727
772-0986
770-0379; 770-3243
772-0467
911
772-1211 to 19
EATING OUT
BACARRA
Fast Food:
Mister Donut
Bacarra Supermarket
BADOC
Fast Food:
Mister Donut
Badoc Public Market
BATAC
Fast Food:
Cindy’s
Emapanada, barbeque atbp.
Batac Food House
Fiesta Food Court
Goldilocks
Isla de Javines
Jade Karla Garden
Mister Donut
Mt. Breeze Rest.
Plaza Fastfood
Plaza Maestro
STY Fast Food
Bar:
Rhodora’s
Scratch Pen Disco Club
SnapShots
Victors Bar & Resto
PAOAY
Bar:
Idol’s Fast Food
Sound Track & Bar Café
PASUQUIN
Fast Food:
776-0650
Barangay Ricarte
Barangay Lacub
Batac Plaza
Barangay Caunayan
Barangay Ricarte
Barangay Ricarte
Barangay Valdez
Barangay Valdez
Barangay Caunayan
Barangay Valdez
Barangay Lacub
Barangay Ablan
792-4357
Barangay Nalupta
Barangay Tabug
Barangay Caunayan
Barangay Caunayan
792-3227
792-3455
792-2324
Barangay 1
Barangay 2
792-4152
792-3797
792-3626
792-3900
792-3790
792-3738
792-2808
792-3188
Pasuquin Bakery
Shore Shop
Orchard Karaoke Bar
PINILI
Fast Food:
Barangay 3
Barangay 9
Barangay 9
WID Fastfood Pinili Guest House
SAN NICOLAS
Fast Food:
Dawang’s
Green Meadows Rest.
Pepperoni Steak & Pizza
Villa Lydia Inn Restaurant
Bar:
St.Nick’s Music Lounge
LAOAG
Fastfood:
Chowking
Cindy’s
C& E Pizza Pasta
Dohan Food House
Empanada, barbeque atbp
Granny’s FastFood House
Grillos
Hotstuff
Jollibee
Kookee House
Magic Bunny
Max’s Fried Chicken
Mc Donald’s
Mi Choice
Mikee’s Goldilocks
Mister Donut
New La Moda
Tita Sarah Foodhouse
Restaurant:
Burnay room
Café Teresa
Shen’s Café
Cloud 9
Full Moon Chinese Res.
Golden Cow Restaurant
Ian Krispee Chicken
Ivan Dominic Rest.
La Priciosa
775-0005
775-0242
0912-3885173
Barangay 1
San Guillermo
Barangay 2
San Lorenzo
781-3102
773-2026
Nat’l. Hi-way, Brgy. 22
781-3337
F.R. Castro Avenue
Gen. Segundo Avenue
29 P. Gomez Street
96 J.P. Rizal Street
Rizal Street
Gen.Segundo Avenue
Gen.Segundo Avenue
Gen Segundo Avenue
F.R. Castro Avenue
Gen. Segundo Avenue
J.P. Rizal Street
Bacarra Road
Tres Martires Street
P. Gomez Street
F.R.Castro Avenue
Gen. Segundo Avenue
J.P Rizal Street
Don E. Ruiz Street
771-4655
770-4590
772-1531
773-2860
Palazzo de Laoag Hotel
Palazzo de Laoag Hotel
Northview Hotel
Texicano Hotel
Fort Ilocandia Resort
Guerrero Street
P.Gomez Street
P.Gomez Street
J.P Rizal Street
773-1842
773-1842
773-1689
772-0290
772-1166
773-1162
771-4306
771-6442
770-1162
772-0540
0918-9208803
772-0556
773-2250/53
772-0871
772-0972
607-0232
771-7676
772-1076
772-1280
772-0430
772-1104
Macy’s Diner
Palazzo Restaurant
Pamulinawen Coffee Shop
Planet Ilocos
Sizzles
Tepanyaki
Turo-turo Seafoods
Bar:
Calesa Bar
Cockhouse Videoke
Colonial Cocktail Lounge
Club 819 Disco
Coco Lobster
Kosmik Bar & Video
Monte Carlo Disco
Mudslide
New Life
Skyway Music Lounge
Voiz Club
Chicharon
Gen. Segundo Avenue
Paterno Street
Fort Ilocandia
Balintawak Street
Gen. Segundo Avenue
Fort Ilocandia
Northview Hotel
770-3551
773-1842
772-1166
773-2460
0912-857-0972
772-1166
773-1689
Palazzo de Laoag
F.R. Castro Avenue
F.R Castro Avenue
Palazzo de Laoag
Fort Ilocandia Resort
J.P Rizal Street
Fort Ilocandia
Giron Street
10 P. Lazaro Avenue
Gen. Luna Street
J.P Rizal Street
Giron Street, Barangay 7B
773-1842
771-6811
772-0250
773-1842
772-1166
772-1166
770-5716
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
BATAC
Historical
Man-Made
Religious
Crispina Valdez Museum, General Ricarte Park, Marcos Museum
Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU)
MMSU Norteniana Library and Museum
Agliayan Church and Shrine
Immaculate Concepcion Church and Convent
BACARRA
Historical
Man-Made
Religious
Bacarra Ruins, 17-string wooden harps
Bacarra Town Hall, Natba Watch Tower
Bacarra Church, Bell Tower of Bacarra
BADOC
Historical
Man-Made
Natural
Religious
BANGUI
Juan Luna House, Juan Luna Shrine
Lingsay Watch Tower
Badoc Island, Scuba-diving sites
San Juan Bautista Church and Convent
Virgen dela Milagrosa de Badoc
Man-Made
Natural
Bangui Viewdeck, Baruyen zigzag road
Abang Falls, Bangui Bay, Sentinela Hill, Suacan mineral spring
BURGOS
Man-Made
Natural
Cape Bojeador Lighthouse
Saoit coral formations, Caangrian Falls,
Capurpuraoan Rock, Tanap Ripids
CURRIMAO
Historical
Man-Made
Natural
Lighthouse. Tabacalera
Currimao Watch Towers
Coral formation, Gaang Bay, Pangil bay, Scuba-diving sites
DINGRAS
Historical
Man-Made
Religious
LAOAG
Josefa Llanes Escoda Shrine
Dingras ruins, Dingras cemetery
Dingras Church
Historical
Man-Made
Tobacco Monopoly Monument
Aurora Park, Balatong Ecological Park, Laoag Cemetery Chapel,
Lataag View Deck, Museo Ilocos Norte, INTTIC Center, Dip-ayan
Ti Ilocos Marcos Hall of Justiice, Pammalian Grotto, Rizal Park
La Paz sand dunes (Bantay Bimmaboy)
Carmelite Chapel, St. William’s Cathedral, Sinking Bell Tower
Natural
Religious
PAGUDPUD
Historical
Man-Made
Natural
USS Stingray Memorial Marker, Caunayan landing site.
Patapat Viaduct
Aqua Grande, Bantay Abot caves, Bulu river (kayaking sites), Dos
Hermanos Island, Mabogabog falls, Mara Ira, Paraiso ni Anton in
Matarungtong, Saud white sand beaches, scuba diving sites,
Timangtang rock
PAOAY
Historical
Man-Made
Natural
Valentin Diaz marker
Corniks center, loom weaving, Malacanang of the North, Paoay
Golf Course, Paoay Sports Complex
Paoay Lake National Park
Religious
Paoay Church and Bell Tower (U.N. Heritage Site), Church
convent ruins
PASUQUIN
Man-Made
Church ruins, Puyopuyan Watch Tower
PIDDIG
Historical
Man-Made
Religious
Basi Revolt marker
Basi making industry
Sta. Ana Church and Convent
PINILI
Man-Made
Religious
Binakol loom weaving
Aglipay Shrine ( Sitio Kullabeng)
SAN NICOLAS
Man-Made
Natural
Religious
Blacksmith, leather crafts, Plaza Complex and old houses,
Pottery making
Semilla Hill
Aglipay Church, Iglesia ni Kristo Chapel, Protestant Church,
San Nicolas Church
SARRAT
Historical
Religious
Pres. Marcos birthplace
Aglipayan Church, Rit-Ritemon Kayong monument, Sta. Monica
Church & Convent
SOLSONA
Natural
Dua-dua falls, Karingking river, mountain climbing sites.
VINTAR
Man-Made
Religious
Vintar dam
Vintar Church and Convent
SHOPPING
The Ilocano culture is alive and well in Ilocos Norte.
Because local artisans still practice their art, visitors are provided the rare chance of
witnessing the authentic works of our craftsmen. Among the best buys are basketry (Pinili,
Badoc), bricks (Paoay), mushrooms (Pinili), pottery & metal works (San Nicolas), rattan
(Adams, Marcos, Nueva Era & Pagudpud), tin smithing (Badoc) and weaving material (Laoag,
Paoay & Sarrat). Ilocos Norte is proud of its garlic (Bacarra, Badoc, Bangui, Burgos & Paoay),
sukang iloko (native vinegar) and tobacco (Badoc, Batac, Bingras, Marcos & Paoay). Among its
native delicacies are bagnet (chicharon), biscocho (crackers), corniks (corn kernels), empanada
(filled pastry), linga (sesame seed), longaniza (sausage) and tupig (sticky rice).
The best bargains can be found from the market vendors, especially during their market
days. Come early, though, because the vendors usually go home before lunch time.
MARKET DAYS
Bacarra
Badoc
Bangui
Banna
Batac
Burgos
Currimao
Dingras
Laoag
Marcos
Nueva Era
Pagudpud
Paoay
Pasuquin
Piddig
Pinili
San Nicolas
Sarrat
Solsona
Vintar
Tuesday, Thursday & Sunday
Monday & Thursday
Tuesday, Thursday & Sunday
Tuesday, Thursday & Sunday
Thursday & Sunday
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Sunday
Wednesday, Friday & Sunday
Wednesday & Sunday
Tuesday & Saturday
Wednesday
Monday, Wednesday & Saturday
Tuesday & Saturday
Wednesday, Friday & Sunday
Wednesday & Sunday
Tuesday, Thursday & Sunday
Daily
Thursday & Sunday
Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday
Monday & Thursday
ACCOMMODATIONS
Facilities
BADOC
Sadiay Baybay Resort
Gabut Norte
Telephone #: 792-3403
BATAC
Midtown Lodge
Arellano Street
Telephone #: 792-3170
Cottage fee: P200-500
Room rates: P250 – P650
# of rooms: 5
MMSU Mansions
MMSU
Telephone #: 792-3191
792-3931
Room rates: P400-P800
# of rooms: 5
Memorial Hospital
Training Center
Brgy. Callaguip
Telephone #: 792-3144
Room rates: P400-P800
# of rooms: 12
Conference Hall
Phil Rice Center
Brgy.Tabug
Room rates: P100- P350
# of rooms: 51
Auditorium,
training halls
Sunrise Lodge
35 Billoca
Telephone #: 792-3977
Room rates: P185-P600
# of rooms: 7
CURRIMAO
D’ Coral Beach Resort
Room rates: P600- P3,000
Nipa Beach Resort
Room rates: P2,700-P3,600 Beach huts,gift shop ,outdoor sports,
Restaurant
Subli Subli Beach
Brgy.Salugan
Telephone #: 792-4244
792-3045
Cottage fee: P800-P2,500
# of rooms: 12`
LAOAG
Bancas for hire, billiard hall,
Conference rooms,picnic sheds,
Restaurant videoke
Picnic sheds,
function hall
Bueno’s Penthouse
J.P Rizal Street
Telephone #: 772-0342
Room rates: P800
# of rooms: 2
Casa Llanes Pension
P. Lazaro cor Balintawak
Telephone #: 772-1125
Room rates:P450 – 800
# of rooms: 26
Fort Ilocandia Hotel
Brgy.37,Calaya
Telephone #:772-1166
Room rates: P4,080 – P6,120 Beach huts, casino driving range,
# of rooms: 271
Function rooms, gym, karaoke bar,
Credit cards accepted:all
mini-zoo, outdoor sports,restaurants(3)
swimming pool (3)
Hotel del Norte
26 Fonacier Street
Telephone #: 772-1697
Room rates: P450-800
# of rooms: 24
Hotel Tiffany
Gen.Segundo Ave.
Room rates: P400-P1,000
# of rooms: 25
Restaurant
La Elliana
Ablan Avenue
Telephone #:771-4876
Room rates: P600-P1,600
# of rooms: 72
Restaurant, conference room
Northview Hotel
Brgy. 46, Nalbo
Telephone #: 773-1689
Room rates: P450-P2,600
Billiards, function room, restaurant
# of rooms: 31
Credit cards: Diners, Bankard
Palazzo de Laoag
Brgy. 27,Paterno St.
Telephone #: 773-1842
Room rates: P1,080- P1,980 Business center, Calesa bar & disco,
# of rooms:26
Conference rooms, fitness gym,
Credit cards: Bankard
Restaurant, swimming pool
Equitable
FEBTC
Paradise Lodge
Brgy. Barit
Telephone #: 772-0407
Room rates: P360
# of rooms: 24
Pichay Lodge House
P.Lazaro corner
Hernando Street
Telephone #: 772-1267
Room rates: P360
# of rooms: 25
Restaurant
Starlight Lodge House
Ablan Avenue
Telephone #: 772-0921
Room rates:P270- P550
# of rooms:19
Texicano Hotel
Rizal Avenue
Telephone #: 772-0290
772-0606
Room rates: P170-P1,500
# of rooms: 50
Conference room, restaurant
PAGUDPUD
Arinaya White Resort
Room rates: P1,000-P3,000
Telephone #: 764-1079
# of rooms: 11
764-1081
Email: arinaya@yahoo.com
Saud Beach Resort
Room rates: P2,300- P3800 Banca for hire ,conference
Saud
# of rooms: 18
Room, karaoke bar, outdoor
Telephone #: 764-1050
Sports, restaurant
764-1106
(02) 921-2856 (Manila)
TerreRIKA
Room rates: P800-P4,000
Telephone #: 764-100
# of rooms: 25
Email: terrarika@digitel1.com
Billiard hall, picnic sheds,
Restaurants, videoke
Pannzian Beach
Room rates: P1,600-P2,500 Eco-adventure tours, picnic
& Mountain Resort
# of rooms: 10
sheds, restaurant, videoke
Telephone #: (02) 682-7844(Manila)
Villa del Mar
Room rates: P1,400-P4,500 Outdoor sports, picnic tables
Saud Resort
# of rooms: 16
swimming pool
Telephone #: (02) 928-8296
PASUQUIN
Villa Helen Beach Resort
Telephone #: 770-3880
(02) 931-8272
Room rates: P350-P750
# of rooms: 14
Restaurant, tents, videoke
INWD Training Center
Telephone #: 771-4814
Room rates: P200
# of rooms: 15
Conference room
PINILI
Pinili Guest House
Mobile #: 0912-388-5173
0918-217-8052
Room rates: P350
Balikbayan sheds, WID
canteen and parlor
SAN NICOLAS
Bodega Inn
San Francisco
Telephone #: 773-2572
Room rates: P250-700
# of rooms: 7
Villa Lydia Inn
San Lorenzo
Telephone #: 772-0540
Room rates: P600-P750
Function rooms, restaurants
# of rooms: 19
swimming pool
Credit cards: Diners, FEBTC
FIESTAS
January
Solsona
Jan 19-21
February
Laoag City
Feb 3-12
March
Marcos
Dingras
Carasi
Burgos
March 10-12
March 14-20
March 22
March 24-30
April
Banna
Nueva Era
Badoc
Pinili
Pagudpud
Bangui
Currimao
April 4-6
April 9-10
April 15-20
April 22-25
April 23-25
April 24-30
April 29-30
May
Paoay
Sarat
Dumalneg
May 1-5
May 3-5
May 11-12
November
Bacarra
November 27-30
December
Batac
Piddig
San Nicolas
Pasuquin
December 8-31
December 13-14
December 26-30
December 28-30
FEELIN’ LOCAL
GREETINGS:
Naimbag nga bigat yo, Apo
Naimbag nga malem yo, Apo
Naimbag nga rabii yo, Apo
Kumusta kayo, Apo?
Good Morning
Good Afternoon
Good Evening
How are you?
POLITE EXPRESSIONS:
Pangaasim man
Dios ti agngina
Awan anyaman na
Umay kayto manen
Wen/ Saan
Apo
Please
Thank you
You are welcome
Come again
Yes/ No
Sir/Ma’am
ASKING DIRECTIONS:
Kasano ti mapan diay…?
Adayo?
How to get to…
How far
IN THE MARKET:
Kayat ko ti gumatang ti…
Nagnginan!
Awan tawar nan?
I want to buy a …
Expensive!
No discount?