LA UNION ITINERARY: 10 Best LA UNION TOURIST SPOTS and Things to Do (Travel Guide Blog for First-timers)

Planning a trip to La Union? Here's my La Union travel guide blog to help you decide on what to do in La Union and to find the best La Union tourist spots to include in your itinerary.

The Province of La Union is a popular beach destination among local and foreign travelers looking for a quick weekend getaway near Metro Manila. Located just 4-5 hours away from the big city, "ELYU" (which simply means "L. U.", short for "La Union" for the millenials and gen Zs) is famous for the beach town of San Juan, dubbed as "The Surfing Capital of Northern Philippines" and is one of La Union's major tourist destinations.

Aside from surfing and enjoying the beaches, there are many exciting things to do, amazing tourist spots and places to visit in La Union. It is also home to several historical landmarks, old churches, waterfalls and nature escapes that will surely make an unforgettable adventure. To make your La Union travel planning, I've added here a sample 3 days and 2 nights itinerary, some recommended hotels and beach resorts in La Union where you could stay during your trip, and some packaged tours that you may consider to make your La Union adventure convenient and hassle-free.

TOP PICKS: Must-try Halo-halo in the Philippines

Best-tasting Halo-halo in the Philippines

There are a lot of mouthwatering desserts out there but nothing beats something that is very close to our hearts and taste buds. Halo-halo, a concoction of tropical fruits, preserves and desserts mixed in crushed ice and milk is one of my favorite desserts especially during summer in the Philippines. Having a humid temperature (almost) all-year round, this favorite "Pinoy panghimagas" is definitely the dessert that everyone loves. Here are my recommended best-tasting halo-halo in the Philippines that you should try to satisfy your hunger and thirst in one delicious glass.

BEACH RESORTS IN LA UNION: Enjoying the Beach and the Aqua-adventure Activities at Thunderbird Resorts Poro Point

Time flies so fast when you're having a great time. It’s already our last day at Thundebird Resorts in Poro Point, La Union. Sigh! Anyway, since we've already finished all the team building activities set for us, it's now time for more recreation, fun and excitement. Despite not having enough sleep because of last night's party, me and some friends still managed to wake up early to experience the beach and some of the resort’s aqua-adventure activities.

HOTELS IN LA UNION: A Luxurious Resort Accommodation at Thunderbird Resorts Poro Point

Working in the IT industry is quite stressful. That's why, weekend getaways organized by our company is what we’re always waiting for. This gives us a time to relax, have fun and enjoy nature away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Last August, we were able to experience an overnight stay in Thunderbird Resorts, a world-class resort located in Poro Point La Union. It felt like spending a vacation in Santorini, Greece with your friends just to relax and enjoy the blissfulness of a happy life.

TRAVEL GUIDE: Things To Do In La Union (Tourist Spots and Attractions)

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I've been to La Union for several times. It's a usual stop over during my trips to Baguio City and Ilocos Sur some years back. It was only last year, when I tried to ride the waves of San Juan beach, that I actually spent ample time in this province. I was with my Sosyal Klaymer friends then and we had a whole day of surfing and swimming, plus a side trip to some interesting spots in the city center. This La Union Trave Guide will give you an insight on the Things to Do and to Experience in the town of San Juan and San Fernando City, La Union.