 As early as 2005, a group of South Korean investors began setting up a golf academy at Suba, Paoay, Ilocos Norte.In 2007, the Real Enterprise Group, a South Korean hotel and casino operator, were reportedly interested in investing in tourism facilities in the province, especially beach resorts at Pagudpud and Paoay.The Korean investors are interested in support facilities such as spas, night clubs, and golf courses.