The scorching heat is finally upon us! With that, get your swimming gear on because it is that time of year again when people want to swim all day, every day. Indeed, there is just something about the waves, sand, and warm sun that strips away every bit of stress from the city. Luckily, the Philippines is widely known for having a thousand white sand beaches perfect for beach bumming, and some can be found near Metro Manila! So if you are planning to go on a day trip or a weekend away with family or friends, here are some amazing suggestions you can consider:
White-sand beaches near Metro Manila
Beach resorts undoubtedly provide the breathtaking seascapes and cerulean blue waters that city dwellers long for during the summer. With that, here are some recommendations for relaxing weekend getaways at the nearest vacation spot in Manila!
Cocoons Club Laiya (San Juan, Batangas)
If you want to embark on an extremely entertaining vacation, Cocoons Club Laiya should be your go-to destination! Not only do their rustic yet contemporary cocoons boast a fun place to stay over the weekend, but they will also make you one with nature. And for your convenience, they have two options where you can stay: their Garden Cocoons and Poolside Cocoons. Given that, you can take a splash all day in the pool right in front of your room. So after a fun-filled day swimming, nature lovers will enjoy sleeping beneath the stars. But on top of the pools and stylish cocoons, the place also offers a white sand beach, which, of course, also has cocoons for accommodation! Without a doubt, being four hours away from Manila, the fine sand, unique staycation, and relaxing environment at this Laiya beach make a wonderful combination for the perfect getaway.
Laki Beach, Mariveles, Bataan
Get your swimsuits ready because the natural beauty of Laki Beach in Mariveles, Bataan, is only three hours away from the Metro! Not to mention, you will gladly enjoy this virgin paradise, which has waters so clear that you can see everything, from the rich marine life to the bottom of the sea. What is more, the place offers the best island life, as the beach's location ensures that you will get a grasp of serenity away from the city's chaos and crowded beaches. As for hotel accommodations, The Oriental Bataan provides a great place to stay while enjoying the ivory sand and taking a whiff of fresh air. The hotel's rates range from PHP 3,800 to PHP 5,000 per night. However, for activities on one of the most secluded beaches, you can enjoy rock climbing tanks to the place's amazing rock formations, island hopping tours, cliff diving at a jump-off point, and scuba diving or snorkeling.
Pico De Loro Beach and Country Club, Nasugbu, Batangas
If you are planning a simple weekend getaway with your family, Pico De Loro Beach and Country Club is one of the most beautiful beaches in Batangas. For instance, they have an excellent swimming pool and a beach with a spectacular view. Not only that, but you can also have a fun little food trip by the beach, as they also have a restaurant and mini-bar within the bay. Pico Sands Hotel's rates range from Php 3,000 to 5,000 per night, but they also offer a day trip for only Php 1,700 per head! So if you want to venture on a fun 3-hour road trip with friends, consider Pico De Loro, as they also have amazing activities you can do at the beach and at the club. For instance, Pico has a bowling and billiards center, sports grounds, a gym, private karaoke rooms, and video game centers in their country club. But as for the beach, you can enjoy seaside bliss by doing beach volleyball, football, frisbee, kayaking, riding the banana boat, and snorkeling!
Inflatable Island, Olongapo, Zambales
And of course, we saved the best for last!
Promising you one of the best weekend getaways, the Inflatable Island in Zambales will unleash the kid inside you. As the place is situated near Manila, the travel time only takes four hours. Some of the island's attractions include its colorful umbrella tiki huts, funky kubo huts with a California king-sized day bed, and best of all, the biggest floating playground in Asia! This fun place is open from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., giving you the whole day to splash and splash. As for their rates, they go from Php 500 (Club Pass for Kids) to Php 1,399 (SOAKED, a whole-day play pass). What is more, their rates include a PHP 500 consumable for food and drinks inside the Beach Club restaurant. On the other hand, their beach hut with a bed is available for only Php 2,500 during the weekdays. But if you plan on staying, their hotel rates range from PHP 1,599 to PHP 2,599 per head.
Fun activities to do during the summer
The pristine beaches of the Pacific Ocean are not the only places you can go to that are near Manila. For instance, you can visit a theme park, go to museums, and visit other destinations near Manila that are listed below:
Visit Ocean Adventure.
Your kid at heart will undoubtedly enjoy the attractions at one of the most popular tourist destinations in Subic Bay. What is more, you can rest assured that their sea animals are well taken care of, living in a healthy environment of clear water teeming with marine life, bountiful coral reefs, and a pristine white sand beach. So aside from going to a private beach, why not have fun interacting with animals at this place, weekend warriors?
Take a day tour to Baguio.
What better way to spend your summer getaway than visiting the Summer Capital of the Philippines? By going to Baguio, you will literally beat the heat as you will be basking in the cool air while going horseback riding at Wright Park!
Splash Away at Aqua Planet
If you're going to faraway places like Fortune Island, Cagbalete Island, the Sierra Madre mountain range, Starfish Island, Sombrero Island, Chase waterfalls, and La Union, you can still enjoy splashing and sliding at this water park! Travel time only takes three hours, plus you can ride all the slides you want for only Php 1,060 for the admission fee.
Go to the Pinto Art Museum or visit Sky Ranch.
Aside from going to the best beaches like Sabang Beach, Masasa Beach, Nagsasa Cove, Seven Lakes, Masasa Beach, and Liwliwa Beach, try finding your serenity by visiting nearby destinations like museums and theme parks. For instance, the Pinto Art Museum offers contemporary and native art that will please your eyes. Besides that, Sky Ranch is only an hour and a half away from Manila, which offers breezy weather as you enjoy all the rides!
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