DESTINATION: SAN FERNANDO, LA UNION

I. SITES OF INTEREST IN AGOO

Agoo is a small place in Philippines and can be easily explored within a day. There aren’t many
things to do and attractions to visit in this town. Also, being a small town, there are fewer
accommodation options. People usually consider making a quick stop here before heading to the
neighboring cities. You can halt here for a quick snack and take a little break from your journey.

Agoo is known for its rich religious history, this town has developed significantly in terms of
religious, economic, and cultural aspect. And here, let us show you the major products of the
province. This includes bamboo crafting, blanket weaving and stone crafting. If you’re interested
with culture and arts this a great idea for you to discover the products of La Union.

MAN MADE ATTRACTIONS & LOCAL MADE PRODUCT:

A. BASILICA MINORE OF OUR LADY OF CHARITY

The Basilica Minore of Our Lady of Charity , better known as Agoo Basilica, is a Roman Catholic
Minor Basilica in Agoo, La Union, the Philippines dedicated to Our Lady of Charity. It is the seat of
the Santa Monica Parish of the Roman Catholic Diocese of San Fernando de La Union under the
Vicariate of St. Francis Xavier .

B. AGOO MUSEUM

The Museo de Iloko, (also called the Agoo Museum or the Agoo Presidencia), is a heritage
building and museum located in Agoo, La Union, Philippines, known for its collection of "artifacts
and other pieces of cultural importance to the Ilocanos", and for being one of few surviving
examples of American Colonial Era architecture in the Ilocos Region.
C. THE EAGLE OF NORTH PARK

The eagle sculpture is depicted with its wings spread as if it is preparing to take flight and
symbolizes the influence of the Marcos family. It features an concrete sculpture known as Eagle of
the North by Anselmo Day-ag.

D. JOSE D. ASPERAS ANCESTRAL HOUSE

The Jose D.Aspiras ancestral house was owned by formerJose D. Aspiras was a Filipino politician.
He was a member of former President Ferdinand Marcos's cabinet, serving as the country's first
Minister of Tourism, and was responsible for the designation of Agoo as a first-class municipality.

E. LOOM WEAVING

One of the major products from the town of Bangar, La Union is blanket weaving. It has been
traditionally known and learned by few of the rural people of this town.they have weaved these
blankets with their bare hands and a few woods where the strings were slicked in to start weaving
it. It would be very interesting to witness a skill on how they do it.
F. STONE & CRAFTS

Stone Arts and Crafts has also been a conspicuous product of the same town of Up-Uplas,
Sudipen, La Union. They have usually produced and displayed unique table decors, garden
decors and sculptures.

G. BAMBOO CREAFT

Bamboo crafting has been widely known around the town of Up-Uplas, Sudipen, La Union. It has
been a traditional craft using BAMBOO as a raw material because of its multifarious uses and it’s
a low cost making. Rural people of this town has been both producers and consumers of this
product.

II. ALL ABOUT PORO POINT

Poro Point, also known historically as San Fernando Point, is a headland and peninsula located in
the city of San Fernando, La Union, on the island of Luzon in the Philippines.
Quick Facts
 Location/Jump-off: Poro Point Special Economic and Freeport Zone, San Fernando City, La
Union
 Travel Time: 10 minutes from city proper via jeep or tricycle
 Jeep Fare: Php 10 per person
 Entrance Fee: None
 Extra Sights to See: Thunderbird Resort, Poro Point Baywalk, Acapulco Beach

Option I – Metro Manila to San Fernando, La Union

Partas
 Deluxe Fare: Php 436
 First Class Fare: Php 524
 Cubao Bus Terminal: 816 Aurora Boulevard, Cubao, Quezon City
 Pasay City Bus Terminal: Aurora Boulevard (Tramo) Corner Edang St. San Roque
 Sampaloc Bus Terminal: Manila City
 Contact Numbers: (02) 727 8278, (02) 852 8194, (02) 743 3242
 Schedules: www.phbus.com/partas-bus/
Viron Transit
 Regular Aircon Fare: Php 404
 Manila Terminal: 209 Blumentritt Corner Dapitan
 Quezon City Terminal: EDSA, Immaculate Concepcion, Quezon City
 Contact Numbers: (02) 741 6588, (02) 741 0405
 Schedules: www.phbus.com/viron-bus/
Dominion
 Regular Aircon Fare: Php 382
 Terminal: Epifanio De Los Santos Ave, Cubao, Quezon City
 Contact Number: (02) 741 0405
 Schedules and Routes: www.phbus.com/dominion-bus/

Climate and Average Weather Year Round in Poro, Philippines

The climate in Poro is hot, oppressive, windy, and overcast. Over the course of the year, the
temperature typically varies from 76°F to 89°F and is rarely below 74°F or above 92°F. Based on
the beach/pool score, the best time of year to visit Poro for hot-weather activities is from mid
January to mid April.

Climate in Poro
 THUNDERBIRD RESORT

Thunderbird Resort is one of the top tourist spots and beach resorts in La Union. It boasts of high-
end tourism amenities including luxury swimming pools, deluxe hotel facilities, and golf courses,
amongst others. The resort also has one of the best beaches in La Union with powdery and
creamy-white sands. It’s just some minutes of walk or a ride from Poro Point Lighthouse.

Location: Poro Point Freeport Zone, San Fernando, La Union, Philippines

Features:
 The hotel have beautiful landscape with swimming pool.
 Private beach
 Meals served include breakfast, dinner and lunch.
 You can pick and choose from a wide array of cuisines including international and asian
 Free wifi in all rooms with flat screen Tv cable
 Room service 24-hour
 Daily housekeeping

Room Accommodation (Recommended for 42 pax)

Three-Bedroom Villa

Inclusions:
 Entire villa (270 m²)
 Balcony
 View
 Air conditioning
 Private bathroom
 Flat-screen TV
 Free WiFi
 Free parking
 Bedroom 1: 2 single beds
 Bedroom 2: 2 single beds
 Bedroom 3: 1 large double bed
RESTAURANTS:

A. MAKAN RESTAURANT

This restaurant offer their very best food menu specialty, as they actually have big servings for
everyone. Very authentic Ilocano dishes are served, that are worth every peso spent. Very
Affordable. We have special Pulpog Pork, Bagoong Rice, Kilawen Goat, Brewed Coffee and
Cookies and Cream Ice Cream for dessert.

B. ARUBAYAN NI YSABELLE

The food they serve is nice and gratifying with a reasonable price.It is efficient for everyone to
freely get their food on the table whenever they like to without calling for a server or order
additional dishes. To our surprise, the eat all you can rate is just 150 pesos per head.

C. DENISIA’S GRILL &SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

The restaurant was called by the owner’s name, “Denisia”, a resident of the province of La Union.
They serve their very own specialty of grilled meals and seafood recipes, which are very popular
to customers who crave for somewhat like “lutong bahay” recipes, aside from what people usually
take from fast food stores around the town.
TOURIST SPOTS:

A. GAPUZ FARM

Lomboy Grape Farm is the pioneer vineyard founded by Avelino Lomboy or so-called “Grape King”
of the north, where he initiated grape farming and supplies the country with fresh grown grapes
from the province.La union is not just a surfing, historical nor breathtaking view destination it is
also a fruit basket of the north.

B. PAGODA HILL

Filipino-chinese pagoda in San Fernando la union. Located at the top hill of the city. A scenic spot
of the province with a panoramic view of San Fernando city bay. Many people come here to
witness the beautiful la union during sunset. This spot is good for those romantic people who
wants to spend the scenery with their love ones. But this is not only for lovers, it can still be
enjoyed alone for meditation or even with group of friends for great bonding.

C. PORO POINT LIGHTHOUSE

Poro Point, also known historically as San Fernando Point ( Spanish: Punta San Fernando ), is a
headland and peninsula located in the city of San Fernando, La Union, on the island of Luzon in
the Philippines. It projects northwesterly about 3.2 kilometres (2.0 mi) into the South China Sea.
III. ITINERARY
SAN FERNANDO, LA UNION
2 DAYS and 1 NIGHT
DAY 1
DESTINATION:
AGOO, SAN FERNANDO, LA UNION
BASILICA MINORE OF OUR LADY OF CHARITY
AGOO MUSEUM
THE EAGLE OF NORTH PARK
JOSE D. ASPERA ANCESTRAL HOUSE
ARUBAYAN NI YSABELLE
LOOM WEAVING
STONE & CRAFTS
BAMBOO CRAFT
0630 ETD MACTAN CEBU INTERNATIONAL
AIRPORT
0630-0740 ETA SAN FERNANDO, LA UNION
AIRPORT
0740-0800 BOUND TO PORO POINT
0800-0810 ARRIVED AT THUNDERBIRD RESORT
0810-0820 CHECK IN
0820-0850 UNPACKING OF LUGGAGE
0850-0930 BREAKFAST AT THUNDERBIRD
RESTAURANT
0930-1000 BOUND AND ARRIVAL AT AGOO
1000-1030 LEISURE TIME AND PICTURE TAKING
AT BASILICA MINORE OF OUR LADY OF
CHARITY
1030-1130 AGOO MUSEUM,THE EAGLE NOTH
PARK AND THE ANCESTRAL HOOUSE
1130-1230 LUNCH ATARUBAYAN NI YSABELLE
1230-1300 BOUND TO LOOM WEAVING
1300-1330 ARRIVED AT LOOM WEAVING AND
TAKING PICTURE
1330-1430 LEISURE AND PICTURE TAKING AT
STONE & CRAFTS AND BAMBOO
CRAFTS
1430-1500 BOUND AND ARRIVAL AT
THUNDERBIRD RESORT
1500-1630 LEISURE TIME AT THUNDERBIRD
RESORT AND SWIMMING TIME
1630-1730 SNACK TIME AND PICTURE TAKING AT
THE RESORT
1730 FRESHEN UP
1800-1900 DINNER AT THE RESTAURANT OF
THUNDERBIRD RESORT
1900-1920 BACK TO THE ROOMS
1920 REST TIME
DAY 2
GAPUZ FARM
PAGODA HILL
PORO POINT LIGHT HOUSE
MAKAN RESTAURANT
DENISIA’S GRILL & SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

0600-0630 WAKE UP CALL

0630-0640 BOUND TO AND ETA AT MAKAN
RESTAURANT

0640-0730 BREAKFAST AT MAKAN

RESTAURANT
0730-00840 PAGODA HILL
0840-0940 GRAPE PICKING AT GAPUZ FARM

0940-1040 PORO POINT LIGHTHOUSE

1040 PICTURE TAKING

1100-1200 LUNCH AT DENISIA’S GRILL AND
SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

1200-1220 BACK TO RESORT

1220-1250 CHECK OUT AT THUNDERBIRD
RESORT

1250-1330 BOUND TO SAN FERNANDO

AIRPORT
1330 ETD AT SAN FERNANDO AIRPORT

1330-1400 ETA MACTAN CEBU

INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT