Our last destination on my Day 2 to Ilocos Norte
after the Bangui Windmills was Saud
Beach, Pagudpud . We stayed at VILLA DEL MAR (Ivory Beach Resort, Inc.). Pagudpud is the north easternmost town
of Ilocos Norte and was formerly a barrio of Bangui. Its name refers to a kind
of grass that is commonly found near the coast called galut-galot on account of
its long creeping sterns. The green variety of this grass is called "pagudpud".
The town is the third largest in the province in terms of land area, a total of
nearly 195 square kilometers. Seven rivers pass through the town, and the
well-watered fertile fields are part of Pagudpud's charm. They
say that it is the “Boracay of the North” because of its white beach backed by
rows of coconut trees minus the noise and nightlife of Boracay.
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| Villa del Mar Resort |
For those who are in a tight budget, please note that resorts in Pagudpud are expensive.
The best place to fit meager finances while enjoying time in the sun is the
place called Saud. In Saud Beach,
there are many villagers residing around it (like a Fishing Village). It is
good for snorkeling and swimming. While the blue lagoon, has its true beauty of
cool blue waters and white sand. Since both are far from each other, it is
advisable that you better choose one beach to stay and just take a day tour to
the other beach.
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| Enjoying the sun, sea and sand of Saud Beach. |
After enjoying the blue water and white sand of
Pagudpud. Its time to go back to Laoag City. Please note that the last trip of
the bus from the terminal near Public Market in Pagudpud bound for Laoag City
is 3 pm only. By 4 pm, you need to get to loading area for Florida Bus Lines
which is walking distance from Public Market. If you found yourself late in the
afternoon and you need to get back to Laoag, then ask a driver of motorized
tricycle to take you to highway where you can wait for a bus coming from
various locations bound for Laoag City.
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| Bye Pagudpud till next time! |
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