No matter how much you love your job, the 9 to 5 grind can get exhausting.
But every once in a while, holidays make weekends longer, letting weary workers take a much-needed break even for just a few days. These places offer activities that suit different interests, all reachable in just a matter of hours.
Batangas
Just a two-hour drive away from Manila, Batangas is one of the go-to destinations for people wanting to escape the city, thanks to its many beaches. Apart from its stunning coast, Batangas is also known as the home of the popular Taal Volcano, one of the popular active volcanoes in the Philippines.
Rizal
Named after the National Hero, the province of Rizal is the nearest travel destination outside of Manila and one of the best options for nature lovers. Accommodating the largest portion of the Sierra Madre mountain range, Rizal offers tourists unparalleled nature spots like Hinulugang Taktak and Masungi Georeserve.
La Union
The province of La Union has been getting a lot of attention in recent years thanks to its popularity among surfers and the budding local community eager to cement Elyu as the next best destination in the North.
Zambales
A three-hour drive away from Manila, Zambales is home to several jaws-dropping beaches that serve as great diving spots in west Luzon. The province of Zambales is also home to a few historical sites in the country, including the Ramon Magsaysay Ancestral House.
Bataan
Between the West Philippine Sea and Manila Bay, Bataan is a province rich in culture and history. One of the most famous landmarks in the province is the 90-foot tall Dambana ng Kagitingan Memorial Cross, which erected to commemorate fallen Filipino and American soldiers who fought during World War II.
Get more out of every trip.
Plan your upcoming long weekend ahead and book your next getaway destination accommodation this 10/10 during ShopFest, ShopBack’s biggest online shopping event that will let you get cash back for every peso you spend booking trips, tours, and accommodations.
ShopFest, ShopBack and its partner merchants are giving out some year’s biggest cashback when you use ShopBack before you book your next getaway destination.
- 18% cashback from RedDoorz
- PHP 400 cashback from Travelbook
- 10% cashback from Agoda
- 10% cashback from Expedia
- 9% cashback from Trip.com
- 8% cashback from Metrodeal
- 20% cashback from Zen Rooms
These non-travel deals are also available only on 10/10:
- 14% cashback from ZALORA
- 20% cashback from Sole Academy
Make your travels more rewarding this 10/10 and visit ShopBack’s website (shopback.ph) before you make your booking!
