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Please be know that the issuance of visa is still a discretion of the Korean embassy and you still have to go through with their visa application processing. For more information about the visa processing, you may visit my past blog entry about South Korean Visa for Philippine Passport Holders.

Pinsal Falls is an 80+ feet tall waterfall located at Sta. Maria, Ilocos Sur. The place is known for picnic place, swimming spot and Instagram-worthy subject in your social media accounts. What makes the falls truly remarkable is an easy access to the top rock formation of the falls itself where a small falls are also located.

The place can be reached via a 30-40 minute tricycle ride from Sta. Maria town proper. Quite long ride but it really worth the bumpy ride.

Vigan is a World Heritage Site located at the main island of northern Luzon, in the province of Ilocos Sur. The place is well known for its cobblestone streets, and a unique architecture of old houses way back during Spanish era in the Philippines.

The main attraction in the area is the Calle Crisologo where the well-preserved houses was still erected up to this date. Also, the sumptuous food like Ilocos Empanada, bagnet and the best seller vigan longanisa is all over the place.

So the next time you consider to visit the northern region of the country, try Vigan City. For more information, go to their local website for more information.

Pasacao, Camarines Sur.

A 2-3 hour boat ride to Burias Island from Pasacao Port.

Make sure that the life vest is within your reach. Just to be sure.

Burias Island port.

Our first island stop is the Sombrero Island. The nearby resort was closed because of some violation.

Though the resort is closed, you can still enjoy the white sandbar in the area.

At the side of the island are the stone piles. And at the right side of the island is an islet similar to the shape of a hat or "sumbrero".

Next island is the Tinalisayan Island

Tinalisayan offers white sand beach and a great sandbar view.

Again, stone piles are in the area.

The beautiful Tinalisayan Island that complements the boat view from afar.

Burias Island is also the home of balinsasayaw or swiftlets.

Balinsasayaw's saliva are so expensive which can be harvested and be a main ingredients for Nido Soup. A kilo of Balinsasayaw's saliva can be sold for as much as 20,000 PHP per kilograms or 380 USD.


It's time to wrap up our day and we're going to settle in Atlaza Resort in San Pascual, Burias Island. From Burias Port, it's a 30-45 minute tricycle ride with a mixture of smooth and rough road.

The Atlaza Resort marker and bonfire place.

The refreshing view of sunrise from Atlaza Beach Resort.

Next island is Animasola Island in San Pascual, Burias.

Animasola is known for its spectacular rock formations

My favorite part of Animasola Island is the Mermaid's Lair. It's like you are bathing in a pool-like sea.

It's clear water is a great swimming experience.

Ernest Point in San Pascual is a cliff diving spot in the area. You can choose from level 1 and level 2 cliff.

After you take the plunge, enjoy the cool water with a great view on Mayon Volcano from Bicol and nearby islands.

The cliff dive in Ernest Point is a must try.