For Manila-based residents or travellers, here’s a resort that you do not have to ride a plane to get to: the Lago de Oro Resort in Calatagan, Batangas which is located about 2 hours from Makati. What might you do there?

You can waterski, play golf, go fishing, ride a carabao down the beach during low tide, swim in the South China Sea, and have lunch in a balsa (something like a floating raft?), among others. Room rates are reasonable at about P3,800 per night. They likewise have special rates and accommodations for drivers and householdhelp so you can have a more relaxing vacation. Children below 12 years old are free of charge.

To get hold of more details and to see the map on how to get there, you may visit: www.lago-de-oro.com