Wednesday, February 1, 2012

La Union Philippines World Class Dive Sites Destination

 La Union has one of the first beach resorts that ever developed in the Philippines. La Union has so much to offer to tourist and visitors. This place has many historical and cultural heritage. It has also enchanting and marvelous natural scenic views. La Union is one of the popular and famous vacation getaway in the Philippines.

La Union is also the home of the beautiful and world class dive sites/spots in the country. The main attraction of La Union for scuba divers is the long stretches of reef at Long Beach. In La Union, there are many attractive offshore reefs that that are superb dive sites and you can experience variety of wild and exotic marine life. La Union is a particularly good place to learn scuba diving as there are a number of shallow dives and the waters are protected, so currents are minimal.

La Union is also provides excellent wreck dive sites to wreck divers. There is one dive site in LA Union that is known as the Tanks in which where three World War Two M10 tanks were dropped off a barge at the end of the war.



Fagg Reef: This dive site has a depth of 20m to 100m and the current can be very strong. This dive site is the most famous in the area. The reef is part of the shelf that makes the divide between The Lingayen Gulf and The South China Sea. This dive site is also known as the Tanks as where three World War Two M10 tanks were dropped off a barge at the end of the war. They now rest on a ledge at a depth of 39 metres, and have become the home for a large number of fish including Dorado’s, Spanish Mackerel and Barracuda. Also spotted in the area have been a number of Leopard Rays, Whitetip Sharks and whale sharks.

Sinking Bell Tower of Laoag


The sinking bell tower is one of Laoag City’s most famous landmarks in fact one of the top Ilocos Norte tourist attractions. The structure is claimed to be the most solid and tallest bell tower in the Philippines. This massive 45-meter (150 foot) bell tower was also built by the Augustinians in 1612. Located almost a hundred meters away from the St. William's Cathedral, the tower has sunk to the ground and leans slightly to the north. 



Pinsal Falls

"The 85-foot-high waterfall cascades down into a narrow gorge. The waters of the falls flow down into not just one but two large natural catch basins at the bottom."




Pinsal Falls is a Philippine waterfall that is located in the town of Santa Maria in the province of Ilocos Sur. With a height of approximately 85 feet, it is known for being the largest waterfall in the Ilocos Region as well as for its natural beautyWith its romantic atmosphere, Pinsal Falls is a popular location for filming Philippine movies as well as a favorite spot for swimming and for picnicking.

San Juan La Union Surfer's Beach Resort











San Juan La Union, an area north of Luzon, is now well- known as THE place for happy surfers. For those keen to enjoy this piece of surfer paradise, they may try The La Union Surf Resort which is about a mile and a half North of San Fernando and is around 4 hours travel from Metro Manila.

 The resort boasts of La Union’s famous surfing breakers for beginners, intermediate and advanced surfers. The whole place is relaxing, peaceful and far away from the stresses of city life…it’s complete island living without the inconveniences! The resort has rooms available for a variety of tastes and budgets.  You may have your own bungalow with air conditioning units, fridge and cable TV or you can go spartan with rooms that can accommodate up to 4 or 6 persons. Whatever your choice, you enjoy every single minute of riding the waves from dusk til dawn! San Juan La Union is the up and coming surfing gem so unlike the crowd of other commercialized surfing spots in the country.

3 Caves of Bolinao Pangasinan


Enchanted Cave




Additional Note:
  • They also offer tables that you can rent. 350 Pesos/table
  • They have a sari-sari store where you can buy light snacks and halo-halo.
  • You can rinse here with their manual water pump (poso).

Contact Number: 0939-570-9901
Operating Hours: 8AM to 5PM
Entrance Fee: 50 Pesos/pax if not swimming; 70 Pesos/pax if swimming


Wonderful Cave




When we arrived at the compound of Wonderful Cave it was somehow a residential area and it was. The cave is being handled by the family that lives there.
When you go take a dip into the pool in Wonderful Cave try to find the secret room
Additional Note: During summer they have a time limit of 30 minutes per person to accommodate the many visitors that arrives.
Contact Number: 0908-714-2210
Operating Hours: 6AM to 6:30PM
Entrance Fee: 40 Pesos/pax

Cindy’s Cave





Enchanted, Wonderful and Cindy’s Cave are included in the tricycle tours around Bolinao, Pangasinan which costs 800 Pesos/tricycle and will take you to the different tourist spots of Bolinao.

Contact Number: 0928-411-1102
Entrance Fee: 50 Pesos/pax


Antong Falls in Sison, Pangasinan





Enjoy the breath taking waters as you see the running waters of Antong Falls which is located in the municipality of Sison, Pangasinan. But before, getting into the site and seeing this wonderful falls, you will embark a journey passing through the green fields of the town. You'll also pass through a hanging bridge on the way. It's really an exciting adventure everyone should try. So for all nature lovers out there, don't miss to visit this place. It is something you will truly enjoy. You may get tired a bit walking as you get there but it's worth it in the end!
This thus proves that the natural wonders here in Pangasinan is well taken cared of. And Pangasinan isn't only popular with beaches but with falls too. Antong Falls is just one of the wonderful falls in the province of Pangasinan. Many people haven't seen this wonder yet. So, dare to visit Antong Falls not only for those people from other places but most especially to all Pangasinenses and Ilocanos.

Kultura Splash Wave


The newest water recreation of the North, nestled at the foot of the mountain... Experience a one of a kind fun and relaxation in a world class WAVE POOL that can electronically produce various types of waves... Be thrilled on the newest heart pounding GIANT SLIDES... Feel and enjoy with your family and friends in a unique design DOLPHIN POOLS... Let your kids play and have fun at the WATER FACTORY...


ENTRANCE FEES

WEEK DAY RATES
(Mondays - Fridays)
Wave pool activation on weekdays is
OPTIONAL depending on the number of guests
WEEKEND/HOLIDAY RATES
(Sat-Sun-& Holidays)
Wave pool schedule will be every hour
starting 10:30 am
DAY or NIGHT SWIMMINGDAY or NIGHT SWIMMING
AdultsP 250.00P 280.00
Children 4ft. belowP 180.00P 200.00
  • Infants 2ft. below are Free of Admission
  • Senior citizen with valid ID are subject to 20% discount
  • Prices are subject to change without prior notice
COTTAGES

Open Cubicle  10 - 18 pax     Php 1000

(in front of wave pool)


Nipa Hut     10 - 12 persons    Php 1000.00
Nipa Hut     5 - 6 persons         Php 800.00


FUNCTION AREAS

Sagada Cave: 100 - 150 pax

Wave Pool Viewdeck: 150 - 200 pax

Air-Conditioned Function Room: 70 - 100 pax

Pool Viewdeck 100 - 150 pax





Contact Information


Km. 21 Marcos Highway
Brgy. Cares, Pugo, La Union
Smart #: 0939 733 8888
Globe #: 0906 443 2222
Sun #: 0932 226 6677