Our FIRST IMPRESSION of LA UNION! What Is It Really Like!? 🇵🇭

Our first road trip series in the Philippines and we're headed all the way NORTH! 🛻 That's 562km from Manila all way to Pagudpud! Come with us as we explore La Union, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Norte and the beauty surrounding. We can't wait to show you all the hidden gems we've discovered and what could possibly be Philippines best kept secrets!
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→ UrbiztondoSan Juan, La Union
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→ seabudslaun...
→ / kabsatlaunion
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👩🏼‍🤝‍👨🏽ABOUT US:
We are Jan and Ann, just a couple from Canada who loves adventure. We dropped our 9-5 job to move to the Philippines and make the world feel a little smaller. Sharing our journey of love and exploration! Welcome to our lives! Follow us for 🌴 TRAVEL, FOOD + ADVENTURE 🌴
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[@JanandAnn]

Our journey to the North starts now and we can’t wait to bring you along! 🤙🏼 We will be visiting and exploring La Union, Vigan Ilocos Sur and Pagudpud Ilocos Norte! What place are you most excited to see us visit?!

[@littlesparrow1284]

If you are going to Pagudpud you might as well include Batanes in your itinerary.

[@yvesralphnolledo4038]

Hope masama kami sa vlog nyo kami ung nameet nyo sa ilocos ☺️

[@JanandAnn]

@@littlesparrow1284 we plan to go to Batanes after the rainy season is over ☺️

[@JanandAnn]

@@yvesralphnolledo4038 thanks for saying hi guys ❤️

[@malanayjerick272]

elyu! let's gow! 🤙✨

[@JanandAnn]

Yay thanks :)

[@aldenmark4529]

I been looking and waiting every vlogs you posted..I like your every trip...avid fans here.keep safe

[@JanandAnn]

Thank you so much we really appreciate that ❤️

[@LovinglyYourz]

There are a lot of tourist ares in La Union. One of the most diverse Provinces in the Philippines. It has waterfalls, caves, rice terraces, view decks, sea of clouds, mountain resorts, rivers, eco parks, lagoons, man made forest, stone house, mini pyramid, river resto, chinese temple, santorini inspired resorts, lotus farm, grape farm, historical churches and watch towers. Diverse beaches (black, gray, coral, pebble, beige and white sand). Aside from surfing, you can do a lot of activities like playing volleyball, wind surfing, kayaking, zipline, atv ride, body jump, wall climbing, australian rundown etc. You can also experience night life in La Union. You can experience Night Market( Street Foods), Beach Party, Strolling at the plaza specially in San Fernando etc. Fun fact, La Union is the original Beach capital of the PH via Knowledge Channel during 70s and a lot legendary local celebrities had already visited La Union during 60s/70s like FPJ, Nora Aunor, Susan Roces etc. Rosana Roces a known sexy star of the PH during 90s was a club dancer before in La Union club when she's still not yet a celebrity. La Union has been always a film shooting locations for Filipino movies and Tv series.

[@JanandAnn]

Ohh wow we had no idea! Thanks so much for takimg the time to to write this :)

[@vinceandstrings]

Thanks man! I am planning to stay there for a month.

[@LovinglyYourz]

@@JanandAnn welcome 🙂

[@LovinglyYourz]

@@vinceandstrings welcome 🙂

[@vipstylerida]

grabe ganda talaga ni Ann

[@JanandAnn]

Awe thank you 🤍

[@nalathehavanese3710]

la Union! 😍

[@JanandAnn]

Yess 🥹

[@timijasminallen3069]

There’s lots to do there… next time when you have more time. Go see immuki island, Bahay na bato and watch tower, tangadan falls, PUGad, grape picking are only some of the the things to do in La Union. San Juan is not the only Launion. We have the sea, the mountain, falls, surf, culture and food.

[@JanandAnn]

Oh we actually explored some of these places you mentioned. It’ll be on the next vlog ☺️❤️

[@LovinglyYourz]

Agree there are a lot of activities and beautiful tourist areas in La Union. La Union is not only San Juan that is known for "Surfing" or a "Beach Party". La Union is a diverse and a wide Province. Even its capital city which is in San Fernando City, La Union alone has a lot of tourist places. Just try to search and to explore. Take note: San Fernando City, La Union is the regional center of whole Region 1 or Ilocos Region

[@nhowcares145]

13:56 background music at the restaurant ❤

[@JanandAnn]

☺️☺️

[@bokalbz]

wow getting closer to batanes 💞

[@JanandAnn]

Batanes was on our radar but it’s unfortunately rainy season na :(

[@lorslife16]

so late na akp lol...btw i am from ilocos so i know all the places..nice to see u again..ingats..fr uk with love

[@JanandAnn]

Okay kang po! Thanks for watching. We’ll be exploring more of ilocos, so stay tune 🤍☺️

[@BUTT-HEAD666]

Very nice place Jan and Ann food fun in the sun and more food LOL🆒🆒👍👍

[@JanandAnn]

Haha yes more food 😂 but thank you always for watching ❤️

[@BUTT-HEAD666]

@@JanandAnn Your Welcome I enjoy your videos I still have't traveled yet LOL 😁😁

[@marccolomayt82094]

La Union, my favorite!!! ❤️

[@JanandAnn]

It was so much fun! :)

[@LovinglyYourz]

@@JanandAnn La Union is the original Beach Capital of the Ph during 70s via Knowledge Channel

[@majorpoint3977]

With all the hype, Urbiztondo Beach San Juan has become so expensive. But you need to experience it, so whenever I am there I just look for a place to stay, not that expensive and try eating your main meals in these little eateries just like what we have beside LORMA school. Then we just visit random places for coffee or snacks near the beach. There are a lot of places especially EL UNION coffee, a must visit for their coffee and also MAKAI Bowls for their smoothie and that view in Great Northwest! Overall, weekend party at flotsam and Kabsat should make your ELYU experience memorable. I love the cocktails hahaha try it too!

[@JanandAnn]

Elyu is such a gem! Cant wait to go back already and try the places you recommended ☺️❤️

[@nestkenvlog4830]

La union one of the best in Philippines 🇵🇭

[@JanandAnn]

We loved it ❤️ and cant wait to be back :)

[@victorianoval1717]

Good to see you again ingat sa biyahe

[@JanandAnn]

Thanks so much 🤍

[@rowenaguerzo8339]

Love this!!Waiting for more❤️❤️

[@JanandAnn]

❤️🤍

[@Andee28]

Done watching all of your vlogs since day1 phew!! Congrats guys and keep it up👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@JanandAnn]

WOW THANK YOU! We appreciate that ☺️❤️

[@kyriepulig]

Epic guys!! Watching from Montreal Canada 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@JanandAnn]

Thank you!! 😁

[@andrewholasca2053]

The first time i watched your vlog, i fell in love with your channel and watched your vlog the entire day!!!!! Lols

[@JanandAnn]

We really appreciate comments like these! Thank you, this made our evening ☺️

[@andrewholasca2053]

@@JanandAnn its almost 2am and im still watching.. Loveyah guys!!!

[@JanandAnn]

@@andrewholasca2053 thank you!!

[@carloantoniocunanan3695]

Ms. Ann🤩❤️ so pretty

[@JanandAnn]

Awe thanks ☺️🤍

[@janmaverickmiller]

From La union you can go to Baguio because it is just 1-2hours drive

[@JanandAnn]

We’ve actually been to baguio before so we unfortunately skip baguio on this trip. 🥲

[@janmaverickmiller]

@@JanandAnn hope we could meet you guys next time.. Always enjoy and take care.. GOD Bless ❤️😊

[@JanandAnn]

@@janmaverickmiller likewise and thank you ☺️

[@johnreybenabriam5965]

The more I watch you guys, the more I fall in love not only with you but most especially with our country! I love how unprententious you are with the price lol! Knowing that you grew up abroad! loooooove it ahahah Can’t wait to see more you! Be blessed!

[@JanandAnn]

Haha thank you for the kind words 😁🤍

[@jomartin4389]

Thank you for visiting my Hometown San Juan La Union❤️ New subscriber here.✌️

[@JanandAnn]

Thanks for watching! Your hometown is beautiful 😍

[@JohnArlan]

Ganda ❤️😊🌴

[@JanandAnn]

☺️☺️

[@federicoeveza9656]

Nice. Enjoy your heritage. What a place you’ve been. Thanks

[@JanandAnn]

Thank you ❤️

[@kvran472]

Hey guys! I just recently discovered your channel! Ann reminds me so much of Nadine Lustre omg the resemblance! And watching this video makes me wanna go back home sooo bad I miss the Philippines 🥺

[@JanandAnn]

Thanks for the kind words ❤️ hope you’re enjoying the content. Maybe this is a sign to head back to the Philippines 😁

[@kvran472]

@@JanandAnn Yes I just subscribed! Living vicariously through your travel videos for now but def will be going home soon too. Great videos! Keep em coming!

[@JanandAnn]

@@kvran472 thank you :)

[@tim_2791]

Great work ❤️ loving the contents

[@JanandAnn]

Thanks so much ❤️🤍

[@rebeccapastor3848]

You are about to enter our place ilocos norte but first is ilocos sur before ours.I live here in laoag city I hope you enjoy guys try also our food here in ilocos.keepsafe and God bless you both

[@JanandAnn]

Thank you so much! We love ilocos, i hope u stay tune for the upcoming vlogs cus theyre all in ilocos ☺️❤️

[@adriannard835]

HAHAHAH KABSAT PORTION OF THIS VID IS THE FUNNIEST!!

[@JanandAnn]

😅😅

[@evelyn_005]

2nd part pls 😊

[@JanandAnn]

Next vlog on friday ☺️

[@yuhana_v]

Can't wait to be back in the Philippines. Looking forward to your next vlog. Stay safe always. Ingat ,🙏💕

[@JanandAnn]

Thank you! 🤍🤍

[@TheGvertudes]

Been there last week. Really hot and humid. Take some pics at Banauang Bridge in Bantay, Ilocos Sur. View is amazing. Try the sinanglao at Vigan. It's their local version of bulalo.

[@JanandAnn]

Thanks for the recommendation ☺️

[@sfpinay13]

Stop by San Esteban, Ilocos Sur on your way to Vigan! Nice beaches in Apatot. The North is just beginning to get discovered by travelers. Enjoy your trip… Ilocanos are the friendliest people.

[@JanandAnn]

Thanks for the recommendation ☺️ and I totally agree that ilocanos are one of the friendliest people 🤍

[@evelyn_005]

Kelan kaya ako makakatikim ng acai bowl? Sa picture mukang masarap eh. 😊

[@JanandAnn]

Must try! Highly recommend it :)

[@MMTVMichelleMarty]

Finally La Union, my province in the Philippines, I’ve been waiting for this…. 🙌 Still enjoying your contents, keep it coming! Stay safe ❤️

[@JanandAnn]

Thanks so much ☺️

[@asiaxxll]

Grabe naman yarn! We're planing to go to LU by next month then straight to baguio!😩 the question is, Kailan tayo mag tatagpo naniingit ako sa nakakakita sa inyo!🤣 but anyway how much the gas u cost guys? STAY SAFE ALWAYS GUYS😍♥️

[@annnicoleliwanag8694]

Miss this already 🥲

[@JanandAnn]

❤️❤️

[@denniszenanywhere]

Guys, love your vlog. If you plan to stay in the Philippines permanently, what do you think is the best way to make money in PH outside of vlogging. Hope you can vlog about it.

[@JanandAnn]

Thanks so much! And we’ll be doing a Q&A soon so we’ll keep that question in mind ☺️

[@OurSweetHideout]

loving the voiceover always a nice touch :D, nice to see this part of the Philippines. Since never been :D 562km from Manila crazy far.... By the way that breakfast looks good! just converted anns breakfast php180 is definitely a great steal its like $5 nz dollars :D.... overall very entertaining guys! haha "filipinos love the beach but dont like the sun haha" love the visuals them drone shots too :D love the tagalog too!! embracing it haha ❤️ love it guys !!

[@JanandAnn]

Haha thanks guys! When you get back we should definitely do a roadtrip somewhere in luzon. Im sure you will be blown away by Pagudpud ilocos norte! 😁😁

[@johnraymartdavid3509]

First time to watch your vlogs and gahd I’m already a fan. Really feel the genuine love you have for each other.🥰💖

[@JanandAnn]

Thank you John for the kind words :)

[@anthonydanpama6842]

More pleaseee 😃

[@JanandAnn]

Next vlog on friday ☺️ thanks for watching:)

[@mindaalmonia5427]

Sisig guys really taste good. Koreans in the phil.love it and even recommend it to their fellow koreans.

[@JanandAnn]

Sisig is also on of our favourites ☺️

[@littlesparrow1284]

I felt so bitin about this La Union vlog. I want more 😁

[@JanandAnn]

Next one on Friday hehe :)

[@littlesparrow1284]

@@JanandAnn I'm excited about it

[@rosarioarquero-martin3461]

Thank you for doing the Northern Luzon route. We have beautiful beaches too.

[@JanandAnn]

We had an awesome time! Northern luzon is soo beautiful 😍

[@redgengo]

Ep. 1 ✅

[@JanandAnn]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@rj_travelnchill]

Damnnn Elyu really seems like my type of vibe! But damn i could totally feel the heat when you said it was mad hot 🤣

[@JanandAnn]

Haha we need to do a trip here bro! I heard it’s poppin on the weekends 😁😁

[@funbunchtv]

I mean, you can wear a fancy dress to burger king! haha jk, great video guys - cant wait for the rest of the series!

[@JanandAnn]

Haha thanks guys! Hope you two are well ❤️

[@ChenoandAlex]

Keen for this series guys! Just release it all in one go so I can binge watch 😅 haha kidding, keep it up

[@JanandAnn]

Hahah gotta tell Ann that bro! 😅 and thanks brotha 🙌

[@LisaLaurenVlog]

Been waiting for your Ilocos Norte vlogs my parents hometown 😍🙏🇵🇭. Going to El Nido, Cebu, and Laoag next week can’t wait to go back after 2 years 🙏

[@JanandAnn]

Oh wow that sounds exciting! ENJOY ☺️

[@timijasminallen3069]

Wow you’re in my old stumping ground. Welcome to my La Union❤️

[@JanandAnn]

Thank you! This place is such a gem ☺️

[@jennpanlaqui1732]

Love it❤️❤️❤️

[@JanandAnn]

Thank you aunty ☺️

[@stevetash5032]

Hey guys! We are thinking of taking a similar route this December....where did you rent the white truck from? details? cost? unlimited miles? Thank you!

[@JanandAnn]

Hey that’s awesome we highly recommend it! And we actually own the truck ☺️ but lots of places to rent in manila.

[@AlexConcepcion]

I love this series guys!! Also, you mentioned Siargao alot it seems you guys are missing it 😉😍

[@JanandAnn]

Hahah we noticed that too and we do miss it 🥹

[@aikonography]

So nice to hear you guys commenting on "mahal" foods, we subs need to hear that! Bec personally, I like to keep my budget on check 😂

[@timijasminallen3069]

And BTW, your aerial are way better

[@JanandAnn]

Thanks 🤍🤍

[@archiecamilon4102]

I ❤️ La Union

[@JanandAnn]

☺️🤍

[@angelassisted9429]

Visit the Great Northwest in LU, they serve good food in that place. Maiba lang po, question for anne: Have you thought of joining Ms. Universe PH, pang beauty queen kasi ang ganda mo hehe! More power to you guys! 💕☺️

[@JanandAnn]

Unfortunately we didnt get to visit that place but we’ll be back in la union soon enough ☺️ And that is so kind, thank you for the sweet words! Ann enjoys to watch but doesn’t have plans or thoughts on joining pageants, it’s not really her thing hehe

[@squeeed1490]

I love that you're honest with your food reviews - on whether or not they're worth the price. ❤️ More power you two!

[@JanandAnn]

Thank you! ☺️

[@robertballesteros4684]

Try to go visit Adam, Dumalneg and Carasi of Ilocos Norte.

[@missv7505]

New subscriber here! ❤️ You guys are soo cute. Binge-watching your vlogs rn. 😍😍

[@JanandAnn]

Awee thank you so so much ❤️☺️

[@aidaladang8113]

Wow beautiful beach and place view in LA union enjoy explore happy couple in LA union and enjoy. Food trip god Bless stay safe

[@julietjadapmangubat319]

Wow nasa beach

[@RAikah]

wow!! i love it!! are you guys from LCA too?

[@JanandAnn]

Thanks guys! Oh u mean lost creator academy?

[@RAikah]

@@JanandAnn Yes.. Lost Creator. Nakita ko kasi kayo from RJ. then I started to follow you guys and love the way you make videos!!! keep vlogging🌈

[@JanandAnn]

@@RAikah Thanks so much! We appreciate the kind words. Unfortunately we’re not with LCA but a few of our creator friends are tho, such as Rj ☺️

[@celineaguilar]

Acai bowls💜

[@JanandAnn]

So good 🤍

[@manilaloves]

I love those genuine feedback and reactions to the food 😊❤️

[@JanandAnn]

Thank you 😊

[@evelyn_005]

Grabe yung 1 hr para maghintay 😩

[@JanandAnn]

🥹🥹

[@robertballesteros4684]

Santol, La Union is a town nestled on a mountain. Try to go see that mystical antique historic place there!

[@evelyn_005]

That i love you Philippines pero sobrang init 😂

[@JanandAnn]

😂😂

[@dunkninddonuts]

Any chance you guys have plans to go to Batanes?

[@JanandAnn]

We plan to visit Batanes soon when its not rainy season :)

[@littlesparrow1284]

I can't imagine waiting for an hour just to have my food especially if I'm super hungry. It has to be really good tho.

[@JanandAnn]

Always such a busy place since its Such a popular restaurant. The food was pretty good tho :)

[@joyyyy777]

I'm your new subscriber

[@JanandAnn]

Thanks for watching and supporting the channel :)

[@pierceson02]

75/L for Diesel? What’s the location of that Gas Station.

[@JanandAnn]

this was a few weeks ago so its a little cheaper than it is now 😅

[@reynaldomusic9203]

Wagyu - wagyu sayangin kasi mahal.

[@JanandAnn]

Yup haha 😆

[@unpredictableminds-robloxl5171]

My home province. There are actually so many things to do in La Union. The beach is just one part of what Elyu offers.

[@JanandAnn]

I agree! Such a beautiful place ❤️

[@cofaith6981]

Kamukha mo po si Nadine! 😊

[@JanandAnn]

Awee salamat ☺️

[@flipxicans6114]

Ann the mermaid 🧜🏻‍♀️

[@JanandAnn]

😊❤️

[@anastacioiii4047]

Ann, please eat pork adobo and record in slow mo.

[@JanandAnn]

Hahah why slow mo? 😂

[@anastacioiii4047]

@@JanandAnn to admire your gorgeous face longer 😍 💕

[@JanandAnn]

@@anastacioiii4047 awee too sweet 🤍

[@eugenegutierrez9530]

Nice…enjoy your road trip guys to the north and stay safe always ❤️🙏

[@JanandAnn]

Thank you so much ❤️❤️

[@robertballesteros4684]

Are you guys visiting from Canada or US?

[@robertballesteros4684]

How do you take aerial views? Any camera drone you used?

[@dangerapple]

Popped on my feed lets see whats going on here.

[@borrico1965]

Based on the prices you mentioned, it is indeed very pricey, touristy price. The owners must be getting a lot of profits there. 🤣

[@JanandAnn]

Haha 😆

[@superjaxfernandez]

My partner and i tried kabsat. It did not disappoint us. Thanks so much. Only that, before entering the place my bf was too hesitant because he was wearing sando. But lots of guests are wearing sando in kabsat tonight. 😂😂 More power❤

[@JanandAnn]

Oh wow im glad you guys enjoyed it! ❤️ enjoy La union :)

[@guypinard9762]

Ambiance is expensive.. LOve the set up, decor and the exterior of the resto

[@rayhannakampang1288]

ilang hours po mnl to LU?

[@JanandAnn]

About 3-4 hours :)

[@laeusxin]

dun ako sa mahal pa naman ang gas 😂😂😂

[@JanandAnn]

Hahah 😅😂

[@bonifaciomarquez7972]

Wow, so expensive do they think they are in canada!

[@JanandAnn]

😅😅

[@robertballesteros4684]

Visit SARRAT, the birthplace of Marcos Sr and General Ver.

[@francist.1775]

Please don’t miss Bolinao and the beautiful west coastline of Pangasinan.

[@JanandAnn]

Unfortunately we didnt get to visit this time but its on our list when rainy season is over ☺️

[@richardbarba2736]

A A A Ilocano Nation

[@JanandAnn]

☺️☺️

[@adriannard835]

ACKKKKKKKKKK!!!!!

[@JanandAnn]

☺️☺️