Underdeveloped but Wonderful: Simple Wonders of Batangas

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Continued development of condos for sale in Calatagan, Batangas is a clear proof that the province has been growing positively. Surrounded by the West Philippine Sea, Batangas keeps a number of remote and underdeveloped beaches and islands that are all calm, quiet, and comforting just like the old Boracay. Simplicity. These islands were able to give man the closeness he seeks to experience with nature.

            

Being near to Manila, tourists (local and foreign) find beaches in the province as an easy weekend travel getaway. With just four to five hours of travel, anyone could enjoy the sun kissed beach and cool waters easily. And among the top beach destinations in Luzon, there are places that are so calm and “undeveloped” yet so pure and wonderful, not to mention budget-friendly.

Sepoc Point

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A smaller island found at the tip of Maricaban Island in Batangas, Sepoc Point is a place where newly-hatched sea turtles can be found. It is called Sepoc Point because of the Sepoc trees which are believed to be growing endemically there. The place is calm and quiet, perfect for those longing relaxation.

Masasa Beach

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A remote white sand beach located in the Island of Tingloy, Masasa Beach has a view of a beautiful sunset. Adventure doesn’t end with just exploring the beach area, tourists who loves extremes may start climbing Mt. Mag-asawang Bato. From the top of the mountain, explorers could view the whole of the Tingloy Island.

Burot Beach

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Burot Beach is another remote white sand beach within the boundaries of Luzon. Located at Calatagan, Batangas, Burot Beach is a privately owned property yet still open (at this moment) for the public for just a small entrance fee. Entrance fee cost only 65 pesos for a day tour and 130 pesos for an overnight stay. There are no accommodation rooms and electricity available so staying in Burot Beach is literally going to end up as a camping trip. There are tent rentals available but tourists are allowed to bring in their own tents. They could also set bonfire and drink alcohol outside their tents for a simple beach party. However, as a responsibility to keep the beach clean, tourists are given trash bags upon their entrance to encourage them to leave no trace.

In addition to the beautiful experience is the fact that this beautiful all of it doesn’t have to cost as much as we think it would. Since there are no glamorous accommodations and due to the simplicity of the place, you can have your weekend for even less than a thousand pesos. Food and fare is the only thing you need to prepare and you could even save more if you travel in group. This makes these islands an easy and affordable get away from work and stress. No need to wait for summer, this adventure could always happen on one of your weekends.

And with those continually emerging condos for sale in Calatagan, Batangas, having an easy getaway trip to these beautiful places is even made easier—you’ll get to see the islands and have somewhere comfortable to live in.