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The main La Union resort area is Bauang, which is a few kilometers before San Fernando, La Union (not Pampanga!). The resorts, dating back to the American R & R era, are of international standard, and offer varying facilities, and affordable rates.
Getting there couldn’t be easier from Manila - Asian Spirit now runs 3 times a week to & from Manila Airport to San Fernando.  Bali Hai have a service once a week from Angeles, and air-conditioned buses from Manila via Dau (Angeles) heading north to Vigan Laoag and San Fernando are plentiful (my choices are Partas & Dominion) who will drop you on the Highway at your resort. 
La Union
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Divers are well catered for, and there are several interesting sites available For those that like surfing, San Juan, just north of San Fernando, offers good waves. Baguio is an interesting day trip up the Naguilian Road.
Ten Pin Bowling and Golf are both available at Wallace with a new Fiesta Casino opened and is constructing a 60 room hotel, which should guarantee a continuing air service to Manila.
One of the Philippines prime tourist destinations - the 100 Islands - can be easily visited by bangka. Scuba is catered for at Coconut Grove Resort, who also offer Lawn Bowling.
The resort area starts about 3 kms north of Bauang town proper, where you will find –
On the land-side of the highway the VFW extend a warm welcome to all visitors to their comfortable restaurant. Open from breakfast to dinner, its a good place to catch up with the local news. Air-conditioned and inexpensive and offering an extensive menu.
Just behind the “V”, in secluded tropical gardens is Bali Hai East Resort. Mike Besanko is now working the Bali Hai magic on the former Eastside Motel. Swimming pool, cable TV, bar and
restaurant, and room rates from P750 per night Now "The Home to Horseshoes"
Bali Hai Beach Resort, is one of the Philippines favourite escapes, and offers excellent nightly buffets, and accommodation in a tropical garden setting-plus Bauang’s only beach side swimming pool. Their Safari Club meet every Wednesday for a foray along the beach - and as far away as Pattaya! Check out their special promotional deals.
Back on the other side of the Highway, Footlights is a great place for night owls. Affordable prices, and some of the cutest looking dancers in La Union.
Just along side is Bauang’s dining attraction - Finnegan’s Irish Pub - the place in La Union to dine and be seen. Good food, excellent service, and the cheesecake alone is worth the drive from Manila. Everything you would expect from a first class International Irish Pub, from Guinness up to fine wines, and a menu to match. Don’t miss their daily specials.  After 20 years in business in the Philippines, Peter - the owner is looking for a buyer to allow more time for himself.  This comes as a turn-key operation, including the manager, chef, and highly trained staff.  Contact Peter on his website for more details. 
Tramp’s Club back on the other side of the highway is a popular expat’s watering hole which features attractive dancers, the latest rock videos, and the coldest draft on the beach.
Alongside is the Koala Lodge, with the lowest room rates on the beach, with air-con or fan rooms plus ref., cable TV and hot water.
The final resort before the bridge (which signals the start of San Fernando proper) is the Southern Palms Beach Resort, with beach-side bar-restaurant and in-house nightclub 
The next beach is Canaoay. Get off the bus at Airport Road - just after the Pagdalagan Bridge - for the short trike ride to Spyder's cozy, clean, comfortable and peaceful Sunset Bay Resort located just the other side of the airstrip, and set on a clean white sand beach - it is a must to visit. The menu is good, the drinks cold and prices are very reasonable. Stop by and say G’day over a cold one.

There are several “interesting” RnR bars in the area, catering mostly to the incoming shipping, a little rough sometimes, so appropriate care should be taken.
San Fernando has many interesting tourist sites, including the Ma-cho Chinese Temple, Bacsil Ridge, and the nearby Botanical Gardens, and your hosts will be glad to make arrangements for you to visit them.
San Juan, the surfer's haven is just a few kilometers north of San Fernando. A sleepy town, offering rustic terracotta pottery, and some very nice, laid back, beach resorts.

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Sunset at Sunset Bay
Bauang Beach @ Bali Hai
San Fernando Bay from Ma Cho Temple
Canaoay Beach
Road side pottery stalls, San Juan
Annual Miss Chili Pepper contest at the
VFW Chilli Cook-off at Bali Hai
 

The Fiesta Casino on Wallace
 
 

FINNEGAN'S IRISH BAR & RESTAURANT IS FOR SALE!

 

Maybe you're thinking: "But I don't have the skills or knowledge to operate a successful bar and restaurant."

 

Don't worry, you don't need previous bar or restaurant experience. You see, Finnegan's Bar & Restaurant is already setup and operational. The manager, the chef, and many of the staff have been here since day one. You just walk in and take over the most up-market bar and restaurant in the Bauang/San Fernando area.

 

Let me tell you about Finnegan's ...

 

Firstly, no other bar/restaurant in the area comes close to providing the ambience, customer service, and quality of Finnegan's Irish Bar & Restaurant.

 

There is something about the Irish that attracts customers. People see the sign and drop in just to see "the Irish in the Philippines." It's amazing!

 

Finnegan's location is perfect - right on the

National Highway
only five kilometers from San Fernando City with easy access to all the beach resorts in the area. And this area is starting to boom. The airport is being extended to cater for international flights.  There is a Casino, and a Championship Golf Course.

 

Imagine, for a moment, that it’s 6 months from today ... you are the owner of Finnegan's. You are now your own boss, you have escaped from the rat race, and you are living in what many people call the best kept secret in the Philippines - Bauang, La Union - a tropical paradise...

 

And that’s just a small ‘taste’ of what’s in store for you.

 

By now you must be asking, if Finnegan's Bar & Restaurant is that good, why is the owner selling? Good question! Actually, the owner does not want to sell. After all, setting up this operation was his dream since childhood. But, like all of us, he could not foretell the future. The owner is being forced to sell due to ill health.

 

You’re probably wondering how much you will have to pay for this dream deal. Something this good would normally cost you over $500,000 but since this is a time-limited offer the owner is letting it go for only $195,000!

 

That's right - only $195,000!

And what do you get for this? Here is a partial list:

 

ü      The Building: this was constructed in 2001 and is in perfect condition.

 

ü      The Bar and Restaurant: fully set up with tables, chairs, air conditioners and freezers. It has genuine Irish decor and features a buffet area and a stage. It is ideal for Birthdays, Wedding Receptions, Conventions, and Business Lunches etc..

 

ü      The Office: Large with desks, computer, and a safe.

 

ü      The Kitchen: Modern design and fully equipped.

 

ü      A Games Area: with dartboards, and a BCA competition pool table.

 

ü      The Staff: all highly experienced, and with great customer rapport.

 

But that's not all ...

 

ü      You also get a 10-year lease on the land with an option to renew for a further 10 years!

 

That's right ... a further 10 years!

 

This sale is on a first-come, first-served basis, so don’t be left behind. Don't pass up this amazing opportunity.

 

If you’re ready to turn your life around, to stop wasting your time, and to start making a lot of money, here's what you should do now ...

 

Pick up your phone and dial +63-72-09193604822 Ask to speak to Peter.

 

Or simply email Finnegan's at finnegans_lu@yahoo.com.ph and have Peter send you more details.

 

Otherwise, you'll be passing up a once in a lifetime opportunity, the opportunity of owning your own bar and restaurant with its sensational profit potential.

 

Cordially yours,

 

 

Peter Mc Farlane

Owner, Finnegan's Irish Bar & Restaurant

264 Km.,

National Highway

Bauang, La Union 2501, Philippines

 

P.S. If you are not totally convinced this offer is for you, why not check out Finnegan's Web Site at http://www.finnegans.com.ph - it may change your mind.