This might be out of your travel goals, but Masbate has a lot to offer. Let me tell you why!
Masbate, officially the Province of Masbate, is an island province in the Philippines located near the midsection of the nation's archipelago. Its provincial capital is Masbate City. The province consists of three major islands: Masbate, Ticao and Burias.
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WHAT TO BRING FOR MASBATE
Here are some things you might consider bringing with you for your day tour / adventure:
- Stylish face mask
- Water container/tumbler to rehydrate
- Sunscreen for skin protection
- Goggles for swimming or snorkeling
- Stylish Swimsuit
- Travel backpack / luggage
- Reusable vacuum storage packs
- Selfie stick
- Waterproof phone case
- Acion cam
- Camping tent
- WiFi kit
- Power bank
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Masbate Tourist Spots
Masbate, a province in the Philippines, offers a variety of tourist spots showcasing its natural beauty and cultural richness. Here are the five spots you must see in Masbate province:
1. BUNTOD REEF MARINE SANTUARY (Mobo)
Buntod Reef Marine Sanctuary in Mobo is a captivating destination known for its stunning sandbar and vibrant marine life. Visitors can revel in the unique experience of walking on the sandbar while being surrounded by the beauty of the sanctuary's underwater ecosystem.
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| Buntod Reef Marine Sanctuary |
2. BALANGINGI ISLAND (Pio V. Corpuz)
Balangingi Island, a 4.9-hectare marine sanctuary is considered one of Masbate's virgin islands and is now eyed as an ecotourism zone.
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| Balangingi Island |
3. BATUAN (Ticao Island)
Batuan might be the smallest, but this municipality is blessed with marine sanctuaries and lovely beach destinations you have yet to discover. Some Manta Rays are spotted in the seas nearby. |
| Batuan |
Batuan is a fifth class municipality in Masbate which is located on the southern tip of Ticao Island. It is also the smallest municipality in Masbate in terms of land area and population.
4. BOROBANGCASO ISLET AND ROCK FORMATION (Monreal)
Orobangcaso Islet and Rock Formation in Monreal, Masbate, stand as nature's masterpiece, showcasing a striking blend of towering rock formations and pristine turquoise waters.
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| Borobangcaso Rock Formation |
This captivating destination invites visitors to witness the unique geological wonders and savor the tranquility of its coastal surroundings.
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Klook.com5. HALEA NATURE PARK (Monreal)
Nestled in Monreal, Masbate, Halea Nature Park offers an eco-friendly haven with thrilling zip line adventures, jungle treks, and panoramic views of the province.
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| Halea Nature Park |
Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the park, where lush landscapes and outdoor activities create an unforgettable experience for nature enthusiasts. You will be captured by its beauty and wonders!
For itinerary and detailed travel guide, we have written a complete MASBATE DIY GUIDE on separate blog. :)
OTHER MUST-SEE ISLANDS IN THE PHILIPPINES
If you love to travel to the Philippines, here are the beautiful islands to visit on your next trip:
- Boracay Island (Travel Guide & Itinerary)
- Coron, Palawan DIY Travel Guide (Things to Do and Accommodation)
- Siargao DIY Travel Guide (Itinerary & Tourist Spots)
- The Hundred Islands in Alaminos, Pangasinan (Travel Guide & Itinerary)
- Cagbalete Island in Mauban, Quezon (Travel Guide & Itinerary)
- Isla Verde in Batangas (Travel Guide & Itinerary)
- Masbate DIY Travel Guide (Tourist Spots & Itinerary)
- Alibijaban Island in San Andres, Quezon (Travel Guide & Itinerary)
- Kalanggaman Island in Palompon, Leyte (Travel Guide & Itinerary)
- El Nido, Palawan Travel Guide & 4D/3N Itinerary
- Maniwaya Island in Marinduque (Budget and Directions)
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Just a few hours drive away from Manila! It's definitely an Instagrammable spot on every inch of this resort.
The Oia is the First Santorini Themed Private Pool and Resort in Calamba City, Laguna.
Inspired by the beautiful coastal town of Oia in Santorini, Greece, you can experience premium comfort with your exclusive mountain hot spring sourced pool, roofdeck lounge, fully airconditioned stylish rooms, and many more.
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WHAT TO PACK FOR PANSOL
Here are some things you might consider bringing with you for your day tour / adventure:
- Stylish face mask
- Water container/tumbler to rehydrate
- Sunscreen for skin protection
- Goggles for swimming or snorkeling
- Stylish Swimsuit
- Travel backpack / luggage
- Reusable vacuum storage packs
- Selfie stick
- Waterproof phone case
- Acion cam
- Camping tent
- WiFi kit
- Power bank
Shopee is my go-to app for things I needed like the ones above. If you'd like discounts and vouchers, you may get the best offers here:
The resort is a perfect place for family/friends bonding, team building and a venue for debut and pre-nup photoshoots.
The Oia has everything you need - spacious kitchen and dining area for big groups, videoke, relaxing areas like our roof deck lounge, fully airconditioned rooms, parking and many more.
THE OIA RENTAL RATES
Here are the booking rates for big and small groups:
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| Large Group |
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| Small Group |
HOW TO GET TO THE OIA (CALAMBA)
The OIA can be searched on both Google Maps and Waze app for detailed directions. But if you are commuting via public transportation, here's a quick guide for you:- From Cubao: Ride a bus bound for Sta. Cruz Laguna. HM Liner station is across Baliwag station (just cross the overpass) or DTLB. Exact address is EDSA cor. Monte de Piedad St. Tell the conductor the name of the resort so that he can stop the bus for you. Fare is around P100.
- From LRT / Buendia: Ride a bus bound for Sta. Cruz Laguna. You have 2 choices: Green Star / Laguna Express, or DLTB bus. Fare is less than P90.
- From Alabang: Ride a bus bound for Sta. Cruz Laguna by South Station. Go down at Pansol.
You can also ride a bus bound for Calamba as these may be more common (than Sta. Cruz). Go down at Calamba terminal. Hire a tricycle (special trip P50) to the resort. - From Calamba: Hire a tricycle (special trip P50) to the resort.
Or ride a jeep bound for any of the following destinations - they will all pass through Pansol: San Pablo, Sta. Cruz, UP College. Remember to tell the driver your destination.
ATTRACTIONS TO SEE IN MANILA
Klook.comThe Oia - Santorini of The South
Address: Indigo Bay, National Highway Bagong Kalsada, Calamba City, Laguna, Philippines (Near Laguna Garden).Contact Number: 0917 792 8283
Facebook: The OIA - Santorini of the South
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- 10 Resorts to Book in Bolinao, Pangasinan (Beachfront and With Pool)
- DINADIAWAN BEACH: Resorts to Book in Dipaculao, Aurora
- Top 20+ Best Glamping Sites & Resorts in the Philippines (Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao)
ACTIVITIES AND TOURS IN MANILA
ALSO IN LAGUNA
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- PARAISO DE AVEDAD: New Instagrammable Attraction in San Pablo City, Laguna
- COMMUTING GUIDE: How To Go To Nuvali + Best Activities (Sta. Rosa City, Laguna)
- ENCHANTED KINGDOM: Ride-All-You Can Pass and Everything You Need To Know
- PNR San Pablo-Lucena Commuter Line (Schedule & Fare Matrix)
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Hermana Taste Tradition
The ultimate Tagaytay stopover for the barkada or the whole family. If you’re just craving authentic, hit-the-spot Filipino comfort food on a chilly afternoon, this is exactly where you need to pull over.
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| Hermana Taste Tradition inside the restaurant |
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What to Expect at Hermana - Tagaytay
The restaurant is a nice and cozy place to dine in. The food are mainly of Filipino cuisine with a little bit of Asian and Western fusion. It's a perfect place for family or barkada, a nice way to finish your day at Sky Ranch Tagaytay.
They have their own restroom and they accept card payments.
THE FOOD
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| Hermana Taste Tradition |
We were served plenty of food, from a bowl of Beef Bulalo to their own version of Pork Binagoongan to sweet Christmas food.
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| Binagoongan Verde - Hermana Taste Tradition |
To add up, we also like their own-made puto bumbong and bibingka for Christmas feels. Love the tenderness of bibingka and the taste of the butter. Yum! Puto bumbong stickiness was perfectly right. I also love the sides of it where you can dip it.
HOW TO GET TO HERMANA TAGAYTAY
VIA PRIVATE VEHICLE
- via SLEX Sta. Rosa Exit, the most popular and easiest, is a straight drive all the way to Tagaytay Public Market (and right smack into Tagaytay Econo Inn) where you turn right going to Tagaytay city proper and Nasugbu/Balayan/Lemery Batangas or left going to People's Park in the Sky. Usual travel time from Makati CBD is just around one hour (except CBD traffic).
- via SLEX Eton Exit (recommended for weekends to avoid traffic in Nuvali, Solenad and Paseo de Sta. Rosa) turn right to Greenfield Parkway (pass by Riverbend and Pramana Residential Park), on to United Boulevard (pass FortMED and South Luzon Hospital and Medical Center, Paseo Premier Hotel) right to Laguna Boulevard then left to Sta. Rosa - Tagaytay Road to reach Tagaytay
- SLEX Greenfields Exit, an alternate route to Tagaytay that pass by Pramana, Nuvali, Eton City and Paseo de Sta. Rosa, ideal to avoid traffic buildup on Sta. Rosa-Tagaytay National Road
VIA PUBLIC COMMUTING
- From Coastal Mall, ride a bus to Tagaytay-Mendez or Nasugbu route. Alight at Olivarez Tagaytay. Ride a jeepney to casino or Crossing Mendez and alight at SkyRanch Tagaytay.
- From Batangas City, ride a bus to Turbina or SM Calamba.
- From SM Calamba, ride a van going to Olivarez Tagaytay. Ride a jeepney to Casino or Crossing Mendez and alight at SkyRanch Tagaytay.
- From Bauan Batangas, ride a van going to Dasmariñas at the Terminal beside Petron and across Jollibee. Alight at SkyRanch Tagaytay.
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ATTRACTIONS TO SEE IN MANILA
Klook.comHERMANA - Taste Tradition 
Opening Hours: 10AM to 10PM
Reservation: 046 4105306
Average Cost:
- PHP800 for two people (approx.)
- PHP65 for a pint of beer (approx.)
Note: This is a sponsored dining with Hermana Restaurant. All views, posts and opinions shared here are my own.
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You can read my Tagaytay City Guide for more travel tips! ;)
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WHERE TO STAY IN TAGAYTAY
- Casa Alegria - Check Rates and Availability
- La Bella Tagaytay - Check Rates and Availability
- Escala Tagaytay - Check Rates and Availability
- The Lakeview Suites - Check Rates and Availability
- Taal Vista Hotel - Check Rates and Availability
BUDGET STAY IN TAGAYTAY- Containers by Eco Hotel - Check Rates and Availability
- HomeStay at Wind Residence - Check Rates and Availability
- Sang Yoo Mountain View Tagaytay - Check Rates and Availability
Also check out my list of 5 Tagaytay Hotels with breathtaking view of Taal
- Casa Alegria - Check Rates and Availability
- La Bella Tagaytay - Check Rates and Availability
- Escala Tagaytay - Check Rates and Availability
- The Lakeview Suites - Check Rates and Availability
- Taal Vista Hotel - Check Rates and Availability
BUDGET STAY IN TAGAYTAY
- Containers by Eco Hotel - Check Rates and Availability
- HomeStay at Wind Residence - Check Rates and Availability
- Sang Yoo Mountain View Tagaytay - Check Rates and Availability
Also check out my list of 5 Tagaytay Hotels with breathtaking view of Taal
IMPORTANT NOTE: The rates, contact details and other information indicated in this post are accurate from the time of writing but may change without IMFWJ's notice. Should you know the updated information, please message us on Facebook.WHERE TO STAY IN TAGAYTAY:
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Craving for Samgyupsal? Let's mEAT here!
Oh My Samgyup (Oh My Korean Grill and Chimaek) opened in February 2018 in Diliman, Quezon City. It is owned by a group of former employees who were exposed with the Korean culture and ventured with their own business - a Korean restaurant.
This restaurant is known for their Unlimited Samgyupsal and Korean Chicken. Compare to others they also have hotpots and Korean dishes like Tteokboki and Budae Jjigae.
WHAT YOU CAN HAVE
From EDSA - Take MRT or a bus en route to or will pass by Quezon Ave Station. Drop off and take a walk going to Mother Ignacia Ave. Oh My Samgyup is just across ABSCBN ELJ Building.
Oh My Samgyup
Address: 139 Mother Ignacia Ave, Diliman, Quezon City, Metro Manila
Hours: Monday - Sunday 12:00 NN - 1:00 AM
Facebook: Oh My Samgyup
Instagram: @ohmykoreangrill.chimaek
Official hashtag: #LetsmEAThere
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Oh My Samgyup (Oh My Korean Grill and Chimaek) opened in February 2018 in Diliman, Quezon City. It is owned by a group of former employees who were exposed with the Korean culture and ventured with their own business - a Korean restaurant.
This restaurant is known for their Unlimited Samgyupsal and Korean Chicken. Compare to others they also have hotpots and Korean dishes like Tteokboki and Budae Jjigae.
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THE PLACE
You can feel the Korean vibe once you step in to the restaurant. Those exhaust tubes, electronic grill and the Korean "heart" sign are present. It's worth a selfie! You just have to look for a good angle... and baam! Instagram-worthy post coming up!You will also notice some trendy and catchy designs like "gusto kitang maMEAT" and "Pork! Pork! Ganern! Ganern!" So witty!
UNLIMITED SAMGYUPSAL
Of course, we went here for their samgyupsal - and it's UNLIMITED! When I say "unlimited", there's no limit on eating until you are full! NO TIME LIMIT!- ✔ 7 Unlimited side dishes
- ✔ Unlimited rice
- ✔ Doenjang soup
- ✔ Geranchim
- ✔ 5 Different Kinds of Pork
- ✔ 6 Different Kinds of Beef
Most of their meat were marinated by their own signature mixes. My personal favorite is the Beef Bolgogi! It was really tasty, a little sweet, salty and sour. Perfectly flavored!
Did I already mention that I love their dilis side dish?
We also tried their Tteokbokki - spicy rice cake. It was tasty and spicy. The spice level is somewhat between 1 and 2. It just perfectly matched with the rice cake. The rice cake on the other hand is so sticky and heavy. A bowl of it will make you full.
To finally complete our experience here, we also tried their Budae Jjigae. It is a spicy noodle soup cooked with spam, sausages, tofu and vegetables. Caution! 'Cause another heavy meal! Hahaha
MENU
Here's their menu as of writing:
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Klook.comHOW TO GET TO OH MY SAMGYUP
Via Private Vehicle
Oh My Samgyup can be searched using "Oh My Samgyup" on Google Maps and Waze. Please follow the directions given by the apps.Via Public Commuting
From Manila - you can take any vehicle en route to Quezon Ave. Drop off Sct. Alabano. Take a walk and turn left to Mother Ignacia Ave. Oh My Samgyup is just across ABSCBN ELJ Building.From EDSA - Take MRT or a bus en route to or will pass by Quezon Ave Station. Drop off and take a walk going to Mother Ignacia Ave. Oh My Samgyup is just across ABSCBN ELJ Building.
ACTIVITIES AND TOURS IN MANILA
Oh My Samgyup 
Address: 139 Mother Ignacia Ave, Diliman, Quezon City, Metro ManilaHours: Monday - Sunday 12:00 NN - 1:00 AM
Facebook: Oh My Samgyup
Instagram: @ohmykoreangrill.chimaek
Official hashtag: #LetsmEAThere
IMFWJ supports local businesses in the Philippines. If you are a business owner and would like to be featured too, please send your email at contact@morefunwithjuan.com or contact us HERE.
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