
Nestled in the mountainous area of San Gabriel, Tangadan Falls is probably the most famous of the many cascades in the province.

We’ll be publishing a separate article about the various food places around San Juan soon, so watch out for that. We’ve tried the offerings El Union Coffee and Clean Beach Coffee. Nak Nak – crispy pork kare-kare and beef sisigĪside from the restaurants, San Juan also harbors cafés where you can just enjoy a cup of your favorite coffee concoction while chilling and vibing with your friends! There are excellent homegrown coffee shops offering local coffee blends and other beverages.Kabsat – beef kare-kare and shrimp in crab fat.Sabong Chicken – honey bagoong fried chicken.Gefseis Greek Grill – chicken souvlaki and moussaka.MASA Bakehouse – Try their shakshouka and Manong Benny (Eggs Benedict).Whether you are on a budget or in the mood to splurge, San Juan has a lot to offer. But it’s okay because it means that we have more reasons to visit again. Every time we visit, we try numerous joints, yet it always seems like we’re barely scratching the surface. There’s just a lot to discover and there’s always something new. The food scene here is alive and kicking.

Surfing Season: July to October (South Swell) November to March (North Swell)įor non-surfers, San Juan offers another type of trip - the delicious kind! The food here is enough to compel us to visit La Union again and again. Surfing Lesson Rates: P350-500 (1 hour, with surfboard and instructors) P200-250 (surfboard rental only). Rates vary depending on the season (peak and off-peak). Surfboard rentals and surfing lessons are everywhere.

Whether you’re a seasoned rider, an excited beginner or simply a spectator, surfing is inescapable here. The best time to surf is from July to March. Okay, let’s get this out of the way first since it would be a grave crime to not include surfing in this list.
