Philippine Travels

Badoc Island Surfing. Is it worth it? Where is Badoc Island? Your will find Badoc Island in the province of Ilocos Norte. Badoc town is the southern most town in the province and is about 40 kms south of Laoag City. The town of Badoc lies wedged between the Killago mountain range to the east and the South China Sea to the west. Badoc Island and the Ilocos Norte province is on the north western coastline of the main island of Luzon. The actual island is not particularly large and sits roughly a kilometre off the town of Badoc. How do I get to Bardoc Island? There are effectively two (2) ways of getting to Bardoc Island from Manila. You can either fly or you can travel by road, which option you choose will more than likely depend on the amount of tie you have at your disposal. Flying is by far the most convenient. The flight from Manila to Laoag City, which is the capital of Ilocos Norte province, will take you about one hour. From Laoag City to Badoc, arrange prior to leavi...

Philippines is known world wide to have many beautiful white sand beaches, magnificent dive sites, cultural and historical heritage and many natural attractions that could attract tourist. But the Department of Tourism (DoT) also discovered that the country is also a haven of surfing sites. Philippines have a coastline that is twice as long as the United States, with wonderful beaches that are powered by a living and breathing ocean, the country has a very big potential to become as an international surfing destination. the Department of Tourism (DoT) is exploring the places that has big potential for surfing spots. Most Popular Surfing Spots are: 1.) Badoc Island, Ilocos Norte Province North west coast of Luzon Where is Badoc Island? Your will find Badoc Island in the province of Ilocos Norte. Badoc town is the southern most town in the province and is about 40 kms south of Laoag City. The town of Badoc lies wedged between the Killago mountain range to the east and the South China Sea...

Siargao: A Surfing Paradise The unspoiled teardrop shaped island called Siargao is a Shangri-la for adventurers and nature lovers. It is the surfing capital of the Philippines. This surfing haven is located 800 kilometers Southeast of Manila. Siargao is now one of the world's great frontiers for surf exploration. Its most popular break is "Cloud Nine." Surfing is best from July to November when strong waves are in constant motion. The powerful wave-off "Cloud 9" has been hailed as one of the world's five toughest breaks and has been frequently compared to the famous surf of Hawaii and Australia. Siargao's "Cloud Nine", a powerful hollow right hander, featured in "Surf Magazine" as one of the ten best waves in the world. East of Siargao Islands lies the Philippine Deep that rises from over 34,000 ft to a belt of reefs. This Oceanic trench is the reason for the excellent surf in Siargao; because it is so deep and the continental shelf n...

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