THE VAMPS IN PHILIPPINES 2017

The British pop rock band The Vamps will be returning in Manila for their Middle of the Night Tour on October 6, 2017 at Ayala Mall Vertis North, Luna Drive in Quezon City.

This is supposed to be a very good news to me especially that I stan The Vamps so much since 2014 but unfortunately, I couldn't come. This blog is actually my way of expressing how depressing it is for me that I couldn't attend their concert. 

I've never missed a single concert of The Vamps here in Manila. I still can remember the feels when I found out that they will visit here for the first time way back 2015. It was a very unforgettable experience of my life. To be honest, The Vamps took my concert virginity so it was really something that I wouldn't forget for the rest of my whole life. Since then, I promised that I will always come and never miss any concerts of the boys here in Manila. I even attended their first album signing in Glorietta after their first ever concert here. I was even in their Video Diary here in Manila. 

I attended their 3Logy Concert last 2016 with Before You Exit and The Tide. I came even without a friend. Even when my parents were hindering me to go. I went to their concert and again, had the happiest time of my life. Later that year, they went back having an Acoustic Tour in Kia Theater and I met my Vampette Family there, had fun together, enjoyed our time while jamming to acoustic versions of their songs. It was indeed fun. Attending their concerts and seeing them on stage singing, dancing and having fun has always been the highlight of my every year.

Unfortunately, this year I won't attend their concert in Quezon City. This is really heartbreaking for me. I know this might sound dramatic but ... I cried and I'm speechless because there is really no words that can describe how tragic this is for me. I have the money, I can travel very far because I am from the South. Then why not go, AJ? I know you're asking why I couldn't go to the concert. Well the reason is that it's scheduled Friday and I have work from 9 in the evening to 6 in the morning. Why can I just go absent? Well I am just on my training period and I was absent the whole week last week because of my corneal injury so if I will attend this concert, I will 101% be removed from the Company. I need this job, I really do. I know this is sad, really, but I have to work. If only it was scheduled Saturday then hell yes, I'm freaking gonna come but it's not. I'm broken. 

It has been my promise to go to their concerts here in Manila but this time, I'm gonna break it. I know I am not the only fan or a Vampette here in the Philippines but I wish October 6 won't exist and we'll just jump off to the 7th.

Brad, James, Tris and Connor. I am a disappointment, I know. I love you guys and if there is only a way that I could come then I will but I am stuck in this situation. Kill me T.T

All the love, Angelica Jacob xoxo

Ilocos Sur

Ilocos Sur  is a province in the Philippines located in the Ilocos Region in Luzon.  Ilocos Sur is bordered by Ilocos Norte and Abra to the north, Mountain Province to the east, La Union and Benguet to the south and the South China Sea to the west.

*source: Wikipedia

Last Monday, we went to Ilocos Sur to have some sight seeing and a bonding together with my family and friends. We traveled for a total of 5 hours from Quezon City to La Union via SCTEX. We arrived at night so we stayed at one of the Bread and Breakfast at La Union.

After having a delicious Filipino Cuisine, we traveled another 1 hour to go to Ilocos Sur. When we arrived at the town proper, we were welcomed by many pasalubong stalls. 

We bought some local delicacies to try and eat while we are traveling. The famous Ilocos Cornick was really tasty and flavorful. I couldn't stop munching while we are in the car. After buying some snacks, we went to  Ilocos Sur Adventure Zone. The recently opened adventure center is the newest attraction this side of the province. It caters mostly to adrenaline junkies and adventure freaks with its climbing and rappelling walls, kayak center and of course, its 400-meter zip line.

The ride was short and fast but I enjoyed it. Even if it wasn't my first time to ride a Zipline but I still felt the fear of riding it like it's my first time. After having a thrilling ride, we drove another 30 mins to go to Vigan, Ilocos Sur. 

Vigan, officially the City of Vigan is a fourth income class component city and capital of Ilocos Sur. Vigan is nominated in being a part of the 7 Wonders CIties. It is famous because of the vintage and antique designs of the houses and different structures around the city.

It was lunch time when we arrived at Vigan and we had lunch at Cafe Leona. It is very famous in Vigan where they serve the authentic Ilocano food including Pinakbet and the Bagnet. We walked around the vintage street after lunch. 

Kalesa 

It was really amazing to see that they have preserved the old houses in Vigan. Although some have a modern touch, but you can still feel and experience the simplicity and peace that the people had before. 

Another 10 minute drive and we arrived at the Baluarte Zoo which is owned by former Ilocos Governor Chavit Singson. There are no entrance free needed to see the free-sanctuary for some of the animals that he have. 

My overall experience traveling Ilocos Sur was really great. The food were so good and the people are very welcoming and friendly (well what do you expect with Filipino Hospitality?) The places were nice and historical. I had fun with my family and friend here at Ilocos Sur. I will definitely recommend this to my other friends and maybe come back soon with them.