If you are in dire need of rejuvenation, here are some of the best weekend getaways or day trips from Manila that are perfect for immersions in nature, and safe escapes.🌄🍃

STAY AT THE SHABBY CHIC ECO-FRIENDLY BIRDLAND BEACH CLUB

📍Bolinao, Pangasinan

Voted in 2017 as the best eco-resort in Pangasinan, Birdland Beach Club is a boutique hotel and resort on its own private island, with a natural saltwater swimming pool, bamboo jeepney and bamboo tricycle tours, spa and massage services, and an organic restaurant. The beach club is also run mainly on solar and wind power.

EXPERIENCE A PIECE OF PARADISE AT THE PARADIS ISLAND

📍Paradis Island, Cavinti, Laguna

Paradis Island is an eco-friendly and unspoiled private island for rent where guests can enjoy either one or both of the 2 lake villas that are offered. Each villa is rustic furnished and has fully set-up glamping tents. Located at Cavinti, Laguna, it can be found near Lake Lumot at the Sierra Madre mountain top, approximately a 3 hours’ drive from Manila.

ESCAPE THE HUSTLE AND BUSTLE OF THE CITY AT DASOL BEACH VILLAS

📍Dasol, Pangasinan

Dasol Beach Villas is about 20 kilometers from the Olongapo-Bugalion Highway. The area is quiet and peaceful with huge chunks of vacant lots that surround the resort while the beachfront is rustic and pristine with several lovely rock formations.

CATCH A BREAK AND UNWIND AT NUUK TAAL LAKE

📍Laurel, Batangas

With less than a 90-minute drive from Manila, you will be welcomed by the magnified and distinctive aspect of the iconic Taal Lake and Volcano as soon as you enter the grounds of Nuuk. Discover uniquely designed suites and unwind in a private nook nestled within the gardens where you can also jump straight into the infinity pool overlooking the lake.

SEEK THRILLING ADVENTURES AT THE UCM ADVENTURE PARK

📍San Mateo, Rizal

Near Metro Manila, the UCM Adventure Park is considered one of the hidden gems in San Mateo, Rizal. They offer great outdoor experiences like ATV rides, horseback riding, and overnight camping experiences. This is a great place to unwind with your partner, friends, or family and also one of the best spots to view the sunset and the city lights at night.

DELIGHT IN THE FUN WATER ACTIVITIES AT CALUMBAYAN POINT

📍Calatagan, Batangas

Find your weekend escape away from home with the spectacular views of Calumbayan Point Resort. The place is ideally suited for beach camping - they have tents and cottages for rent too. You might need to take note that this resort does not have a sandy beach and mostly low tide in the afternoon. You can, however, rent a boat that would allow you to snorkel and do other water activities.

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