Playa Tropical Resort:Bali Inspired Resort, Ilocos Norte

Playa Tropical Resort

Currimao, Ilocos Norte

Infinity pool and beach beyond 

      There's nothing like having the sound of the waves and the swishing of leaves to soothe your aching muscle   and tired mind. Upon setting your body on a pool chair or having a massage at one of the cabanas, you will feel like a whole new person. 

      When I first saw the place, Playa Tropical Resort, I said, oh lala. I believe this is one of those secret places. I hope by word of mouth this can be a destination place in Currimao, Ilocos Norte.

Pool and Casas

            At the background are the  4 Casas which you can rent for 6K-10K/night but the price varies depending on the season. These Casas offer complete privacy and each has its own pool and garden. 
            The swimming pool is perfect and the huts inviting! The infinity pool joins together three pools that can suit your mood. 

Cafe Amarra (Bar and Lounge)

The bar which at that lazy afternoon was quiet.

Bali inspired ambience

              I rest my case. After a long travel, we were finally able to rest. I really like the ambience of the bar. I guess at night this is a great party place where you can drink beer and play pinball, sing-along, and goof around.

Outside the Cafe Amarra

Awesome view of the pool

        

Playa Tropical Hotel

          The facade of the main hotel. These are rooms (called Casitas) which you can rent from 3800K -7K /night which varies of course depending on the season. 

gazebo and huts

         The huts that invite you to stay are standing on koi ponds. So zen... The splashing and rippling water can put you into a lull. It's sooo relaxing.

Casa

     The last time we went there on day tour the entrance and pool use was only 200Php/ person. That was 2010, and we had a discount since there were more than ten of us.

      So check it out. There will be no regrets...

Ilocos Norte: Pristine Beaches

     In Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte, You can find many untouched beaches due to the fact that it is 11hours drive from Manila. There are no parties unlike the more noisy beaches at the south. 
     Although some like Villa del Mar Ivory Beach hosts some of the hottest Bikini Open .      

     We went to the Saud Beach Resort with its pristine white sands that trickle through my toes. There was a downside that time. The wind visited the coastline so the water was a wild and it was more for surfing ( I think). 
      I for one am a log. I just stay in one place and enjoy the calmness and the scenery which I can't take with me to Manila.

Read my article on The Wecoming Winds of Ilocos.

                                                                                              

Sailboats springing to sea

Ilocos Norte: Marcos Museum

Marcos Museum

The museum houses an extensive memorabilia of the Marcoses. It is a place of history and is a witness to an era where the people reached its crossroads. Interesting place.

There was a large mural that depicts the rise of the strongman to power. This is a must see for people who like history preserved and although the issue is controversial, it should be noted that it is part of our legacy.

Marcos Mural

The impressive memorabilia of a family

 

Ilocos Norte: Paoay Church

Paoay Church

The majestic church is a testimony to our historical heritage from the conquering Spaniards.Such elegance and grandeur can only be marveled at. By the looks of it, its not going anywhere sometime soon.The baroque inspired architecture is buffered by gigantic buttresses that renders this edifice earthquake proof.

Read my article on the Welcoming Winds of Ilocos.