San Juan, La Union, Philippines
Exotic, Millenial, Party - These are the three words I have come up with in describing the beaches of La Union. La Union is a province in the North of Luzon, a 6hr roadtrip from Manila. It is a famous surf spot in the Philippines, a breeding ground for pawikans (sea turtles), and a haven of hip bars and trendy coffee shops.
La Union is a big province which is divided into different towns and cities, but I will only be talking about San Juan, La Union. San Juan town is a famous surf spot and a vacation place for people who want to do roadtrip weekends. It is in the town, where cafes, eco-friendly stores, and the breeding ground of pawikans can be seen. If your lucky enough you might have a glimpse of baby turtles crawling towards the sea, or mother pawikans laying down eggs in the sand.
Things to do
- Surfing at Urbiztondo beach (If your new to surfing, this surf spot is very recommended)
- Coffee tasting at different cafes.
- Hangout at Flotsam and Jetsam Hostel.
- Sunset watching at the beach rocks/boulders area.
- Food Hoping.
- Bar Hoping
- Day Tour of La Union.
- Day hike at Tangadan Falls.
- Photowalk at Ma-Cho Temple.
Travel Tips/ Notes
- Bring Extra Cash as the beach area is a bit far from the city.
- Bring mosquito repellants.
- Phone signal is good in the area.
- Learn to deal price discounts with the Surf Rental Shops
- It is common to give a tip to your surf trainer/guide after your surf session.
- There are a lot of cheap finds in the area. Just look for the best and affordable meals- some might suprise your taste buds.
