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[Ako Si Jamie]

From Pagsanjan falls it is around 30 mins to where we live. Let me know the dates Jamie.

Last week of November we'll be in Tagaytay and Mindoro, that is booked for sure. Nothing's definite regarding Laguna etc as Maria wants to go to Bolinao in Pangasinan and I wouldn't mind seeing the Hundred Islands. It's something we need to discuss.

[Ako Si Jamie]

since youre already in tagaytay you may want to go to club punta fuego batangas we stayed there and my husband loved it!

you can check metrodeal website and get good deals on accomodation

Thanks Julie. Unless the boats aren't running we'll be heading straight for Puerto Galera as the hotels have now been booked and there are no spare nights between Tagaytay and PG.

[jake]

Last week of November we'll be in Tagaytay and Mindoro, that is booked for sure. Nothing's definite regarding Laguna etc as Maria wants to go to Bolinao in Pangasinan and I wouldn't mind seeing the Hundred Islands. It's something we need to discuss.

You need to stay for 3 months this time!

[grahamw48]

Laguna de Bay...behind me.

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[Ako Si Jamie]

You need to stay for 3 months this time!

I wish. 3 weeks is all I can stay this time unfortunately.

[jake]

Laguna de Bay...behind me.

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Which part?

From the rooftop of our house in town we have a view of the whole of Laguna de Bay.
I really should start taking more pictures

[raynaputi]

Our house in Laguna is just 10-15 yards away from the lake. We used to swim there when we were kids whenever we had our 2 months summer vacation there. But the state of it now, I wouldn't even put my foot in it.

[Leen]

will be going in november for 3 weeks holiday and we will visit siargao for 3 days,bucas grande next then to brittania group of islands then to Enchanted river and Tinuy-an Falls before heading back to CDO...just hoping the weather will be great

[grahamw48]

Which part?

From the rooftop of our house in town we have a view of the whole of Laguna de Bay.
I really should start taking more pictures

It was just a quick break from the Quezon highway on our drive down to the family in Bicol (Ragay area)....come to think of it, that could be Lamon Bay. My memory is shot nowadays.

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Same trip...

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[gWaPito]

I've enjoyed reading this My enthusiasm is on the up

[jake]

It was just a quick break from the Quezon highway on our drive down to the family in Bicol (Ragay area)....come to think of it, that could be Lamon Bay. My memory is shot nowadays.

Think you are correct. Somewhere near Gumaca.
Where did the butt go!

[grahamw48]

Think you are correct. Somewhere near Gumaca.
Where did the butt go!

In the car ashtray of course !

Why ? You're not that hard up are you ?

Actually, it annoys me to hell looking at that, as I'd just given up for three years prior to that trip. Tempted by cheap Phils prices.

[fred]

It was just a quick break from the Quezon highway on our drive down to the family in Bicol (Ragay area)....come to think of it, that could be Lamon Bay. My memory is shot nowadays.



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Same trip...

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That could be anywhere!!..
My inlaws live in Gumaca and Ive done that trip 1000 times probably!!
Sorry..Cant identify..

[tanga]

A couple of years ago we toured around Ilocos Norte and we really enjoyed that time.
Not much to say about Laoag from the tourist perspective really, although there are a few interesting things to see. The surrounding area is also nice with interesting places.
Believe it or not, around the outskirts of Laoag, there's over 50 square miles of what seems like a never ending sand dunes of La Paz (Suba).
It's a famous area where loads of scenes from 'Born of the Fourth of July' and 'Mad Max' was filmed along with loads of local Filipino movies were filmed. Amazing places.

We quite like looking around churches, if you the same then I think you'll love the historical Paoay Church. It's well worth the visit.

There's loads of powder white sand beaches all around Pagudpud and again loads of other interesting places to visit. (don't expect Boracay style here!!)
There are some 'must visit places' with one of them being the truly beautiful and spectacular Kabigan Falls. It's almost in a really genuine rainforest.(probably the only one left in Philippines)
You can swim there if you like and in perfectly wonderful tranquility.

Fort Ilocandia Resort, is essential a five star hotel and casino. Bit (lot) expensive. Not that much to do really but plenty of unspoilt beaches around to explore.
The place was vitually empty when we visited, but we were told that quite often it's bustling with tourist, gamblers and high rollers. ( always bad news IMHO)

Further south in Ilocos Sur, you'll find beautiful Vigan. It's really quite an interesting and different place to visit especially the historical old town with it's very old style Spanish buildings and a good number of antique shops.

Batac is another must see place for the Marcos Mansion house and Mausoleum. This is where the alledged embalmed body of Ferdinand Marcos lies in state in an air-controlled glass case in a dark and somber room. All the visitors file past and have a glance at the body. Entrance is free.

If you have the time (and the interest) try a quick visit to Badoc Island. The surfing potential is great and totally unexpected, huge waves sometimes. The views are wonderful but sorry no hotels or bars, just self-picnic stuff. In fact there's nothing. Completely unihabited. Well it was when we were there.

Just an idea to think about.

Did you get to the Malacanang of the North just outside Paoay?

[grahamw48]

That could be anywhere!!..
My inlaws live in Gumaca and Ive done that trip 1000 times probably!!
Sorry..Cant identify..

I think he meant the pic where I was sat on the wall Fred.

[fred]

I think he meant the pic where I was sat on the wall Fred.

Ahhh!! Ok.
Still don't know the town that owns that wall you are sitting on!!
Racking my brain doesn't help.

[jake]

In the car ashtray of course !

Why ? You're not that hard up are you ?

Actually, it annoys me to hell looking at that, as I'd just given up for three years prior to that trip. Tempted by cheap Phils prices.

It is near Gumaca as i stop at the same place and do exactly the same thing every time i/we go to Bicol

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There you go Fred. Lets hope i have sussed this photobucket thingy!

[grahamw48]

Me neither Fred

Oh, hang on a minute...looks like Jake has come up trumps while I was writing.

[jake]

The other picture is Pakil as i know that lampost!

There is a lanzones tree in the background so you must still be near my neck of the woods.

[grahamw48]

oooh...let me consult my google map.

[raynaputi]

The other picture is Pakil as i know that lampost!

There is a lanzones tree in the background so you must still be near my neck of the woods.

How can you remember a lamp post?? We used to go a lot to Pakil whenever we visit relatives, especially during Holy Week, and I can't remember any of the roads going there..hahahaha

[fred]

If you see this.....

You know you are close to Gumaca!!

The sea wall seems to go on forever much of the way from Atimonan...
Still..Interesting to find out your EXACT location in that photo Graham!!

[fred]

Lamon bay... Gumaca, Quezon.??




http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lamon_Bay

[grahamw48]

Yes..AND I think I may have dropped a 20 peso note by that lamp post...just saying.


Actually, it's an electric or telegraph post isn't it ?

You remember lamp posts, when there's only one every 20 miles.

[jake]

How can you remember a lamp post?? We used to go a lot to Pakil whenever we visit relatives, especially during Holy Week, and I can't remember any of the roads going there..hahahaha

Cause i see everything in pictures.
Don't ask me to think in words as you never know what mumbo jumbo i may write down!

[Mady]

A couple of years ago we toured around Ilocos Norte and we really enjoyed that time.
Not much to say about Laoag from the tourist perspective really, although there are a few interesting things to see. The surrounding area is also nice with interesting places.
Believe it or not, around the outskirts of Laoag, there's over 50 square miles of what seems like a never ending sand dunes of La Paz (Suba).
It's a famous area where loads of scenes from 'Born of the Fourth of July' and 'Mad Max' was filmed along with loads of local Filipino movies were filmed. Amazing places.

We quite like looking around churches, if you the same then I think you'll love the historical Paoay Church. It's well worth the visit.

There's loads of powder white sand beaches all around Pagudpud and again loads of other interesting places to visit. (don't expect Boracay style here!!)
There are some 'must visit places' with one of them being the truly beautiful and spectacular Kabigan Falls. It's almost in a really genuine rainforest.(probably the only one left in Philippines)
You can swim there if you like and in perfectly wonderful tranquility.

Fort Ilocandia Resort, is essential a five star hotel and casino. Bit (lot) expensive. Not that much to do really but plenty of unspoilt beaches around to explore.
The place was vitually empty when we visited, but we were told that quite often it's bustling with tourist, gamblers and high rollers. ( always bad news IMHO)

Further south in Ilocos Sur, you'll find beautiful Vigan. It's really quite an interesting and different place to visit especially the historical old town with it's very old style Spanish buildings and a good number of antique shops.

Batac is another must see place for the Marcos Mansion house and Mausoleum. This is where the alledged embalmed body of Ferdinand Marcos lies in state in an air-controlled glass case in a dark and somber room. All the visitors file past and have a glance at the body. Entrance is free.

If you have the time (and the interest) try a quick visit to Badoc Island. The surfing potential is great and totally unexpected, huge waves sometimes. The views are wonderful but sorry no hotels or bars, just self-picnic stuff. In fact there's nothing. Completely unihabited. Well it was when we were there.

Just an idea to think about.

Well said sir.

I know the places perfectly. Was born in Ilocos Sur, Vigan. From my last visit a month ago,there were some developments both Laoag and Vigan.

[jake]

Actually, it's an electric or telegraph post isn't it ?

You are correct Graham.

As well as electric it could be used for streetlights,cable television, telephone,traffic signals,fiesta decorations. christmas decorations, antennas. The list could go on here in the Philippines