aEMY'S WANDERLUST
"the gladdest moment in human life is the departure to unknown lands"
I’ve got a chance to visit Lomboy Farms on my way elsewhere in Bauang, La Union. Known as a grape picking site, rather than a business establishment, many visitors come here, taking pictures with the grapes. When I went on the said farm, unfortunately, grapes and guapple still not blossom; so they refer me to another grape farm instead which is the Gapuz Farms. In fairness to Lomboy Farms, they did not charge me any entrance fee anymore as compared to what I read on the net that they do charge Php100 for taking pictures and Php300 if you want to pick grapes. I opted the cheaper one before going there and lucky enough ‘coz they allow me to take in pictures for free and send as well their tour guide to assist me in going to Gapuz Farms. Gapuz Farms is a few minutes away to Lomboy. Because I tag along their tour guide instead of him bringing a motorcycle (to prevent giving him an additional tip ‘coz I have a tight budget during that time), I had a chance to make a conversation with him. In the course of my entire escapade to Gapuz, Jimmy, the tour guide informed me that Lomboy Farms is the pioneer in grape and guapple farming in Bauang however, it was Gapuz who promoted the grape farming and picking in facebook and from then on, their town became popular. There are many grape and guapple farms in Bauang; Gapuz and Lomboy to name a few. Aside from the given fruits, they also have dragon fruit farm and watermelons too. Aside from farming, Jimmy is also promoting the beach resorts in their town wherein according to him, there are no entrance fee, you just need to pay for the cottage. I wasn’t able to check the beach resorts after my grape picking escapade due the bad weather condition. But definitely, once I return to Bauang, I will try to see it also And to end my grape picking escapade, let me post my signature pose in every food trips that I had (I will post it soon also)… And to you Lomboy and Gapuz Farms, you had really proven me that life is really better in the farm #Lomboy #Gapuz #grapepicking #selfieinthefarm #Bauang #LaUnion
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2/9/2016 0 Comments Baluarte LunaBaluarte Luna is a 400 year old watchtower located in Barangay Victoria in Luna, La Union. Facing the West Philippine Sea, this historical sighting was severely damaged by the typhoon Lando to the extent that it almost ruined half of the watchtower. HOW TO GET THERE:
From Manila, there are various bus companies that offer trips to La Union. Bus lines namely, Dominion, Partas, Farinas, to name a few depart from Manila which are bound for Ilocos. Just inform the conductor to drop you off in Balaoan town. Once you're already in Balaoan, just cross the main road and you will see the tricycle terminal going to the Luna town proper. Tricycle Fare is Php10. You may also huddle with the tricycle drivers to access must see destinations in between towns. The watchtower is a 5 minute distance walk from the back of the Namalpacan Shrine. Locals are very nice to lead you to the Baluarte (all you need to do is just to ask) Happy viewing beautiful people :) 30/4/2016 6 Comments A day trip in Bauang, La UnionWho would ever thought that a day trip in a beach is not possible. Especially if the sudden trip running in your head is actually from the north. Yes, it is indeed possible. How? Leave Manila early and in a matter of 5 hours or less, you will find yourself in a beautiful shoreline of Bauang, La Union. Bauang is known to be the fruit basket of the north and grape picking is one of its kind of ecotourism. However, due to lack of time, I wasn't able to visit any of their vineyards, instead, I went directly on the beach (which was primarily the reason why I went in La Union) There are many beach resorts once you reach the town of Bauang. From the petron gas station, you will able to see signages of different resorts and how to get there. You won't get lost for it will only lead you to one direction. I opted to stay in Bu-Boat resort when I arrived on the said town. Aside from the clean facilities, I find the said place a safe to stay. Lucky enough, there were no visitors during that side trip so it's like I rented the entire resort which I enjoyed the most. I was supposed to go back in Manila on the same day but since it was my natal day, I decided to explore some places in La Union the following day. Beaches in Bauang is a great place to unwind, relax or simply contemplate if you love traveling alone - which, I usually does. Enjoying the sunset and walking along the shoreline is really such a fun and that is actually what Bauang Beach in La Union can offer to those visitors who would like to see the place. HOW TO GET THERE:
From Manila Travel time: Five to seven hours Fare: around P400 Take an air-conditioned bus bound for San Fernando, Vigan, Abra, or Laoag via: Partas (Cubao, Pasay) Fariñas (Cubao) Dominion (Cubao) Viron (Cubao, Sampaloc) Philippine Rabnit (Oroquieta St., Manila; EDSA Balintawak) From the town, you may take a tricycle to bring you to the beaches. Tricycle fare is Php20. From Baguio Travel time: 2 hours Fare: P104 Take an air-conditioned bus bound for San Fernando, Vigan, Abra, or Laoag via: Partas (Gov. Pack Road) Fariñas (Gov. Pack Road) Philippine Rabbit (Gov. Pack Road) From the town, you may take a tricycle to bring you to the beaches. Tricycle fare is Php20. - |
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