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Taytayin Cove - Tips Before You Go

2024 TAYTAYIN COVE (ETAYO COVE), BATANGAS: Important Travel Tips

Taytayin Cove, also known as Etayo Cove, is a set of twin coves sharing the same coast. This unique feature is probably the reason why some people refer to it as Taytayin Cove, while others call it Etayo Cove. It’s like a package deal. Both are actually correct because they

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Published: September 4, 2024
Words: Astrid Alvarez
Santelmo Cove - Tips Before You Go

2024 SANTELMO COVE, BATANGAS: Important Travel Tips

Santelmo Cove is among the many coves and beaches being developed by Hamilo Coast, a seaside mixed-used real estate development, incorporating tourism, residential, and commercial establishments and facilities. Situated in Barangay Papaya in Nasugbu Batangas, the cove faces the West Philippine Sea and is fronted by Cutad Island. It’s a

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Published: August 30, 2024
Words: Astrid Alvarez
Bituin Cove - Tips Before You Go

2024 BITUIN COVE (HANNUKAH BEACH), BATANGAS: Important Travel Tips

Bituin Cove, also known to locals as Hannukah Beach, is one of the many sand pockets gracing the coast of Nasugbu, Batangas. The cove is located in Barangay Calayo, more than half an hour’s drive from the town center, and is usually part of the island hopping itinerary from Calayo.

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Published: August 27, 2024
Words: Astrid Alvarez
Subic Travel Guide

2024 SUBIC Step-by-Step Travel Guide

Subic Bay Freeport Zone (SBFZ), also simply referred to by many as Subic, is a former US Navy Base located in Central Luzon. The SBFZ is situated along Subi Bay and covers the municipality of Subic in the province of Zambales, along with Olongapo City, and the municipalities of Morong

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Published: August 23, 2024
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Subic Things to Do

Top 10 Things to Do & Attractions in SUBIC

Subic is known for many things — being a former US Navy Base is one; but for tourists, Subic means beaches, amusement parks, adventure parks, and shopping, among others. When we recently took a trip to Zambales, we thought heading back to Manila right after checking out of Crystal Beach

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Published: August 22, 2024
Words: Mariah Cruz
Where to Stay in Manila

BEST AREAS to Stay in MANILA: BGC, Makati, Ortigas & More!

Manila is the usual jump-off point for international visitors to more popular islands and provinces of the Philippines. If you’re a traveler making a pit stop or spending a few days in Manila and you’re wondering where to stay in the metro, you need to determine first your specific needs,

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Published: August 19, 2024
Words: Astrid Alvarez
Crystal Beach Resort Travel Guide & Tips

2024 CRYSTAL BEACH RESORT, ZAMBALES Travel Guide and Tips

Zambales has been one of the go-to destinations for weekend warriors coming from Manila for years. Located in San Narciso, Zambales, Crystal Beach Resort is among the top resorts in this part of Luzon. They have a range of accommodation options from basic rooms and dorms to more comfortable air-conditioned

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Published: August 15, 2024
Words: Mariah Cruz
Kayraang Cove Batangas - Tips Before You Go

2024 KAYRAANG COVE, BATANGAS: Important Travel Tips

Kayraang Cove, also spelled Cayraang Cove, is private property and a protected area located in Barangay Papaya in Nasugbu, Batangas. The shore is mostly covered with fine, light brown to beige sand. Currently, the only way to access the cove is by boat. However, it’s typically part of the island-hopping

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Published: August 5, 2024
Words: Astrid Alvarez
White Beach Boracay - Tips Before You Go

2024 WHITE BEACH, BORACAY: Important Travel Tips

Undeniably the iconic image of Boracay, White Beach is a vast expanse of fine white sand where tourists can experience stunning sunsets. It is consistently ranked as one of the top beaches by various international travel organizations and magazines, making it a popular tourist destination in the Philippines. White Beach

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Published: August 3, 2024
Words: Astrid Alvarez
Calayo Beach - Tips Before You Go

2024 CALAYO BEACH, BATANGAS: Important Travel Tips

Nasugbu is one of those areas in Batangas that had an early taste of development. Its beaches are among those lined with long-established resorts and popular with locals and tourists alike. Some of its coves and beaches are tucked away in exclusive villages and subdivisions, requiring membership and/or advanced reservation

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Published: August 1, 2024
Words: Astrid Alvarez
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Asta is the Managing Editor at PhilippineBeaches.org, a regular contributor to The Poor Traveler, and the face behind Ganito Friend. She’s a “Wander Woman”, jumping from film and TV production to corporate retail to finally landing her dream job: travel writing. She likes a gloomy hike better than a sunny one, chooses an aisle seat versus a window seat, and prefers drinking tea to coffee. She has no problem eating alone or watching a movie by herself. She’s a true blue introvert but can disguise herself as an extrovert.
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