PH (La Union) makes waves in world surfing map

 

elaine abonal on surfboard

By Norman Sison, VERA Files
With over 7,100 islands to choose from, the Philippines is known for its postcard-lovely beaches. Of late, it has been making waves on the world map of surfing.
One Internet site, Wanna Surf (www.wannasurf.com), describes the Philippines as "one of the last surfing frontiers". It lists 35 spots in the country. Fourteen of those are in Siargao Island alone, in the south.
San Juan town in La Union province is the northern Philippines' surfing capital. It is blessed with two surfing seasons — July to October and November to March — when waves spawned by the north swell crest from five to 12 feet.

The 14th La Union Longboard Open

Now on its 14th year the La Union Longboard Open is slated this coming weekend Feb 3, 4 and 5 at the Monaliza Point in Urbiztondo, San Juan, La Union. The event is the biggest show of Logging/Longboarding excellence in the country and it draws the best of the best longboarders from all over as La Union is the longboarding capital of the Philippines. A Filipino-Foreigner friendship competition, the Longboard Open is a must watch specially for all those surfers in love with the art of longboarding.

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6th Aurora Surfing Challenge 2012

PREPARE FOR THE FIRST NATIONAL SURF COMPETITION OF THE YEAR

Happening on Feb 9 to 12 that’s Thursday to Sunday, the competition will be held at the Sabang beach break for the eliminations while the semis and finals are to be held at Cemento Reef as conditions will permit. This ‘shortboard’ only competition will see the best surfers from the country carve, snap and fly on their boards with huge prizes waiting for the winners.

Speaking of winners, homeboy Jeff dela Torre has won the event 2 times in a row. So, will he get a prestigious record of a 3 peat Aurora Surfing Challenge crown? Or will this be the year a new surfer will be crowned as champion? Siargao, Daet, La Union, Lanuza and Zambales surfers among others are definitely hot on the chase. And in the midst of the action, LokalSoul will be there to find out the results of this exciting event.

The Aurora Surfing Challenge is brought to you by Aurora Surfriders Association Incorporated (ASRAI) in cooperation with Congressman Sonny Angara and the Tourism of Aurora. LokalSoul.com as always is a proud media sponsor.

Head to Baler and watch the country’s best! Check out the EVENT invite on Facebook. More details soooooon!

Source: Lokal Soul

Pinoy Fitness SURFVIVOR La Union – February 18-19,2012

Hey Guys! Next year we are teaming up with Travel Factor to bring to you the FITNESS + ADVENTURE Series! Love the Beach!? Ever wanted to learn how to Surf? Then join us on February 18-19, 2012 in La Union and try to take on some waves!

SURFVIVOR LA UNION presented by Pinoy Fitness
Surfing Adventure for Beginners
February 18-19, 2012
La Union, Philippines

Travel Factor’s Overnight Surfing Adventure for beginners in La Union. Highly recommended to all SURFERS (zero to any skill level), PHOTOGRAPHERS, and BEACH BUMMERS.

SURFVIVOR SERIES is open also to all who just want to hang out with us and explore the beauty of the Philippines.

Package Rate:
P3,200 per head

Package Inclusions:
* Private Van Transfers: Manila to La Union <-> La Union to Manila
* Overnight aircon accommodation at San Juan, La Union
* 2 surf lessons (instructor fee and board rental)
* Ultimate Frisbee and Bodyboarding Clinic
* Dinner on Day 1
* Travel Factor ID
* Travel Insurance
* ‘Fitness + Adventure’ Souvenir Tshirt

Fitness + Adventure Tshirt Mock-up:

Not included:
* extra surf lessons with surfboard rental and instructor

For those who will be bringing their boards or have special arrangements (not surfing and the likes), kindly send email to tours@travelfactor.org for re-quotation.

ITINERARY:
Day 1, Saturday Feb 18
12:00AM Meet-up at Mcdo El Pueblo, Ortigas (near SM Megamall/Podium)
12:30AM ETA Manila
04:00AM Sison, Pangasinan stop-over and early breakfast
06:30AM ETA San Juan, La Union
08:00AM Batch 1 Surf Lesson
09:15AM Batch 2 Surf Lesson
12:00PM Lunch
02:00AM Batch 3 Surf Lesson
03:15AM Batch 4 Surf Lesson
07:00PM Dinner (courtesy of TF)
08:30PM Socials/Sleep early for preparation the next day

Day 2, Sunday Feb 19
07:30AM Breakfast
08:30AM Surf Free Time
11:30NN Lunch
01:00PM Check-out
04:30PM Stop-over Isdaan Restaurant/Hacienda Luisita/Dinner
08:30PM ETA Manila

BOOKING AND RESERVATION GUIDELINES:
* Book & Buy Policy. First come, first serve basis.
* No regform, No reservation. To reserve, please fill-out registration form then send to tours@travelfactor.org
Subject: SURFVIVOR LU – REGISTRATION (Feb 18-19, 2012)
* Then you will receive thru email account details where to deposit payment (BPI). For group reservations, please send your registration forms in one file & email.
* Full payment must be settled within the agreed timeframe. Should you need extension, please coordinate with Travel Factor
* The payments made to us are only refundable if we cancel due to weather issues or fortuitous events.
* Non-refundable but transferable to other person. Travel Factor must be notified asap or at least 5 days before the trip. In this case, the “proxy” must fill-out and submit registration form.

FOR INQUIRIES/COMMENTS/SUGGESTIONS:
Email your concerns to tours@travelfactor.org with your name and contact number
Subject: SURFVIVOR LU – INQUIRIES (Feb 18-19, 2012)
Or contact TEAM TF +632-7465119 , +63917-8475341 , +63917-8475342

DOWNLOAD REGISTRATION FORM
http://travelfactor.org/TF-REGFORM.xls

DISCLAIMER:
Recommended for fun-loving & adventurous people who would like to meet new friends while travelling. All participants must be of good health condition. Prior experience with surfing is not required. Non-swimmers can also join.

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Sebay Surf Central for P1999: January 15, 2012 -January 14, 2013

Details

• Redemption Period: January 15, 2012 until January 14, 2013
• Not valid during Holidays, Special Events (e.g. La Union Surfbreak, Rimat ti amianan, etc.) Long Weekends and Holy week
• Price is Net (includes VAT)
• Subject to availability
• Please make your booking/reservations upon purchasing your MetroDeal voucher
• No show on booked dates will render voucher forfeited
• Voucher is transferable and can be given as a gift to family and friends
• Buy as many vouchers as you want
• For inquiries, please call at (072) 888-4075, 0917-6401118 or 0910-7395698.

Highlights

• Embark into an exciting escape to the surfing capital of the north
• Overnight accommodation includes breakfast for two persons
• Amenities include free use of volleyball, Frisbee and darts
• Inclusive of one hour game of billiards, one hour Surf Board Rental
• Frolic around the beach or ride the huge and fascinating waves

Sebay Resort & Entertainment Center

Urbiztondo, San Juan, La Union

About The Deal

As the New Year approaches, summer can’t be too far behind. Pencil in learning a new breathtaking sport like surfing on your list with today’s MetroDeal at 56% off: an Overnight Getaway at La Union’s Sebay Surf Central for P1999 instead of P4500 and head on to the surfing capital of the north.

Learn to ride the massive waves of La Union and discover (or relive) the exhilarating thrill of surfing. When it comes to this thrilling sport, Sebay Surf Central is the ideal place to embark into this wonderful adventure. It is located right at the heart of Urbiztondo, San Juan, La Union where surfers –amateur and veterans alike, flock year after year which earned its reputation for being the northern surfing capital of the Philippines.

Enjoy the refreshing décor of Sebay and experience the warm hospitality of the north. Choose from other fun activities such as billiards, volleyball, Frisbee and darts. Savor their satisfying breakfast for two persons included in this exciting package. Secure a fun summer ahead with today’s MetroDeal and heed the call of the waves.

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8TH RIMAT TI AMIANAN - NATIONAL SHORTBOARD SURFING COMPETITION

Stay posted for details

From: La Union Surf Club Facebook

La Union Surfing Break 6

Time flies. La Union Surf Break 6 (LUSB 6) is just around the corner. Do you wonder what is in store for this year’s surfing break? Take a peek of this year’s list of activities. It promises to be another banner year. Join the fun and excitement. This is a much-awaited event in San Juan, La Union Philippines. La Union Surf break is for everyone. See you all there!

La Union Surfing Break 6
Urbiztondo Beach, San Juan,La Union, Philippines
Schedule of Activities
October 28,2011 (Friday)
7:00am	Assembly
7:30am	Commencement of Motorcade
	Opening Ceremony
9:00am	Sala ti Dalluyon Open Dance Competition
10:00am	Sand Castle Fun Building Contest
	Beach Volleyball Tournament
	Photography Contest
	Surf Clinic
5:00pm	Yoga-Samba Session
7:00pm	Surfing Bodies competition (Bikini Open)
Evening	Bonfire Party
October 29,2011 (Saturday)
9:00am	Surfboard Design Contest
	Beach Volleyball Tournament Finals
	Simultaneous with:
	Photography Contest
	Surf Clinic
2:00pm	Pinta Alon Contest (Tattoo Fest)
5:00pm	Yoga-Samba Session
Evening	Oktoberfest
October 30,2011 (Sunday)
6:00am	Surfing Break Fun Run
9:00am	Surfing Competition
	Simultaneous with:
	Surf Clinic
1:00pm	Kite-Flying Competition
5:00pm	Yoga-Samba Session
7:00pm	Awarding and Closing Ceremony
Evening	Beach Party
For inquiries, please contact:
La Union Provincial and Tourism Office – (072)8882797
Department of Tourism- Region 1 (072) 888-2098
E-mail:launion.surfingbreak[at]yahoo.com

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La Union to mount biggest surfing event

MOVE over Siargao, give way Baler and Daet, La Union is fast gaining strength as the country’s surfing capital. Why? Of the three primary surfing places in the country today like Surigao, Aurora and Camarines Sur, Urbiztondo, San Juan in La Union is the most accessible for local and foreign tourists coming from Mega Manila. It has lots of gimmicks, too!

Riding on the crest of growing enthusiasm in surfing sports which used to be the province of wave enthusiasts, La Union opens its gate to sea worshipers with its year-round surfing experience and facilities that bravely rival its contemporaries, not just in the country, but the world as well.

This is the reason why Department of Tourism-RO1 Director Martin S. Valera calls it “at par with the world’s best.”

Valera says “we have the best waves, the best climate, the best facilities and we have the best people who are as enthusiastic as those who wish to cavort with the waves.”

He said Urbiztondo in San Juan, La Union used to be a sleepy village. Then came some surfers and saw its potential. Soon enough, La Union was doing what at first was next to impossible – make the waves as a tourist attraction. Thus the La Union Surfing Break was born.

Now on its sixth year, the La Union Surfing Break, seeks to invite wave enthusiasts from around the country, and the world, on October 28 to 30 for competition, fun, adventure, art, night life, party, musical, gastronomic delight and beautiful bodies and yes, a taste of the good food and local hospitality.

“Tourists will be treated to several fun beach activities that will surely make their stay in La Union a worthwhile experience,” Valera said.

Launched in 2006, the La Union Surfing Break was conceptualized to educate and expose surfing to the Filipinos through the proper teaching method. Timed for the semestral break, it targets the students from Manila, Baguio and other Northern Luzon cities. The event turns the beach cove of Urbiztondo into the likes of hot summer getaways Boracay and Puerto Galera.

The past five years of La Union Surfing Break was a tremendous success if one were to gauge the steady increase of the participants in the event. It has positioned La Union as the Surfing and Active Lifestyle Holiday Destination in the country and the activity has become a buzz word in the surfing community.

This year’s surfing event, said Adamor S. Dadat, could be the biggest ever mounted by the province in terms of attendance and beach-oriented fun activities. With the expected influx of people, the goal in the end is to ensure the event leaves a trail of small business start ups, idea transfers and thrust to promote the province as a sports and adventure destination.