🌊 Day 1: Manila → La Union + Sunset Chill Morning (Departure) Leave Manila around 4:00–6:00 AM Travel time: 5–7 hours via TPLEX → MacArthur Highway Lunch Stop (optional) Quick roadside eats in Pangasinan / Rosario, La Union Afternoon (Arrival in Elyu) Check in and freshen up at San Juan area Stay near Flotsam and Jetsam Hostel or beachfront stays around Urbiztondo Head to Urbiztondo Beach → Chill by the shore → Watch surfers → Walk along the beach Sunset Grab drinks/snacks by the beach bars Golden hour walk + photos Dinner Try beachfront restaurants or cafés like El Union Coffee (coffee + light bites) 🏄 Day 2: Surf + Café Hopping + Night Life Morning Surf lesson at Urbiztondo Beach (beginner-friendly waves) Board rental + instructor available everywhere along the strip Brunch Café hopping: Coffee + pastries at El Union Coffee Try smoothie bowls / local brunch spots nearby Afternoon Relax time: Swim or sunbathe Massage/spa nearby Pool chill if staying in resorts Late Afternoon More café hopping or thrift shops / local stores Photo walk around San Juan murals and beachfront Evening Dinner + drinks at beach bars Live music nights (common in Elyu weekends) 🌴 Day 3: Slow Morning + Departure Morning Slow breakfast Final beach walk at Urbiztondo Beach Coffee run or light swim Optional stop before leaving Souvenir shops or pasalubong (local snacks, woven items) Afternoon Check out and head back to Manila (aim 11 AM–1 PM departure) Arrive Manila evening - @jrm_vncnt