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5 Resorts You Must Visit This Summer.

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It’s the summer season! I’m not into a summer season but I have nothing to with it. Anyway, do you have a list for a nice place? What kind of a resort you are wanting? A kid-friendly? Pet-friendly? Does some resort have some fun and adventure activities?

I have to share my experience with these 5 resorts. I will rate my experience 1 star to 5 stars. Lowest is poor and the highest is excellent.

Here are the 5 resorts you have to visit this summer.

1. Crystal Waves Hotel and Resort.

Crystal Waves Hotel and Resort is the first wave pool resort in Nueva Ecija. It’s perfect for family outing especially if you have kids, I’m sure they will have fun as well. Crystal Waves Resort is located at Talavera, Nueva Ecija.

Rates From Adult, Child and Senior Citizen

Php 300

P 250

Php 240

Amenities

Wave Pool with Jacuzzi, Giant Water Racing Slide, Mickey Mouse Inspired Olympic Swimming Pool, Kiddie Pool with Aqua Play Area.

Monday to Sunday / 8:00 AM to 10:00PM.

They have a promo this month of March. From Php300 of their regular rate to Php99 only! That’s really affordable, right? How to avail that promo? See the mechanics here. Promo runs from March 09 to March 31, 2019 (except Tuesdays).

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2. San Rafael River Adventure.

I really admire this place, especially when I first time to see it from one of a viral post from Facebook. This place is perfect for a couple they have some fun activities. I’m not suggesting this place for a family especially if you have kids. We avail the GlasCottage, it was really good for a couple, I swear. San Rafael River Adventure is located at San Rafael, Bulacan.

Rates and Accommodations

Kubo Cottage – Php 750/pax Day/Night Tour

Regular Glamping – Php 2,100 net Day/Night Tour.

Glamping with a Twist – Php 2,500 net Day/Night Tour.

Barkada Tent – Php 5,000 net Day/Night Tour.

Glass Cottage – Php 5,000 net Day/Night Tour.

Glass Tree House – Php 7,500 net Day/Night Tour

Activities

River Swing – Php 100/ride

Jetski – Php 1,750/Half hour

Water Bike – Php 250/Half Hour

Banana Bike – P 250/Half Hour

Kayak (Free for Guest)

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3. Klir Waterpark Hotel And Resort.

This is the nearest resort in my area. I used Traveloka App to book and reserve in Klir, that was my first time to go on Klir. The second wave pool in Bulacan. Klir is located at Sta. Rita, Bulacan.

Rates

Adult – P 250 Day/Night.

Kid/Senior – Php 200 Day/Night.

They’re open Monday to Saturday. 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

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4. Amana Waterpark Park.

We’ve been at Amana Waterpark last year. It’s one of the huge resort I’ve been. They have 11 pools including the wave pool. Sounds amazing, right? Amana is located at Pandi, Bulacan.

Rates

Adult

EntranceTimePrice
Day Swimming8:00AM – 5:00PM₱250.00
Night Swimming6:00PM – 12:00MN₱210.00
Overnight Swimming6:00PM – 6:00AM₱210.00

Child

EntranceTimePrice
Day Swimming8:00AM – 5:00PM₱200.00
Night Swimming6:00PM – 12:00MN₱150.00
Overnight Swimming6:00PM – 6:00AM₱150.00

Senior Citizen

EntranceTimePrice
Day Swimming8:00AM – 5:00PM₱200.00
Night Swimming6:00PM – 12:00MN₱150.00
Overnight Swimming6:00PM – 6:00AM₱150.00

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5. Galilee Wonderland Resort.

Galilee Wonderland has 10 pools including 2 of their wave pools. It’s a huge resort like Amana Waterpark. Galilee Wonderland is located at San Juan, Bustos, Bulacan.

Rates

Adults –  P.  200.00
Kids*  –  P.  180.00
2 yrs old & below – FREE

* KIDS(4FT. AND BELOW)

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Do you know some nice resort or hotel this summer? Share it to the comment section.

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5 Travel Tips To Make A Fun Family Road Trip

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They said that you would know someone when you travel a lot with him or her. Just like with your family, the often you go on a traveling road together, the more you will get closer with each other. However, not all family trips become healthy and happy. Many things might hinder a supposed to be happy trip. One of the most common problems on a trip is tantrums throwing, especially if you have little kids at your travel. Along with these are other issues such as a flat tire, an overheated engine, essential travel missing, a document forgot, not enough money, fully booked walk-in hotel, and a lot more. To make your travel fun and maximized, there are tips in this article that will be useful and helpful for your next trip.

Make An Itinerary

Plan ahead of time by listing the things you need to do, places to go, the restaurant where to eat, and a lot more. You need to record everything and make plans, from plan A to Z. If there will be some circumstances such as heavy rains, then make sure you have another idea to save the schedule. Make an itinerary and give a list to everyone who is on the trip. Just be sure that the whole family will be delighted with your itinerary and it will be suitable for everyone on your journey.

Save For The Budget

Ahead of time, save your money for this trip. If your budget is limited then make sure to have budget hacks that will let you enjoy your trip without spending too much. You can pack your meals or bring canned goods and ready to eat snacks so you can avoid expensive restaurant and fast food meals. You can also check which are the places that are worth visiting if you want to save on gas and entrance fees. But if you have the budget, the better your trip will be.

Book A Car Service

If you want hassle-free travel, then book the Houston car services. You will have a convenient and comfortable journey when you rent a car and a driver too. You can also maximize the place where you want to go and enjoy the whole trip with your family. Just relax, sit down while you are traveling.

Pack Your Travel Essentials

Of course, do not forget about your travel packing essentials. Have a bag for each member of the family so everyone will feel responsible for his/her stuff. Also make sure you have other travel essentials such as a first aid kit, toiletries, extra snacks, and a lot more depending on your destination.

Book Your Accommodation

If you are traveling on peak schedule, then do not expect that you can easily find accommodation. For some families, they spent their night in the car due to fully booked hotels. So, make sure to book your accommodation, if you are hesitant then find a hotel booking agency or reviews so you can schedule what hotel will be suitable for your family.

Why Should You Travel and Explore Different Places While You Are Young?

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Traveling around and going to different places can be experienced by all ages. Whether it is with your family, with your friends, or co-workers, traveling can be a lot of fun. You can travel with different reasons like to take a vacation, go on a business trip, see other places, etc.

You sure have a lot of time to travel around the world, but I suggest that you do it while you are still young. As a line in a song goes, “Living young, wild, and free,” what more best describes this line? Well, it’s able to do and experience a lot of things you haven’t done before.

Here are just a few reasons why you should travel and explore different places while you are still at your peak:

Your body is at its optimum condition

When you’re young, and even in your late 20s, your body is efficiently carrying out its daily processes, giving you a healthy and energetic body, which enables you to go on long trips, go hiking, trekking, or whatever extreme travel it is. I can’t imagine my grandparents doing this kind of activities. So while you have a body that is always game for anything outrageous or challenging, pack your bags and go different hike mountains and have the time of your life.

You get to know yourself and also other people

While you are exploring different places, you also get to meet other people. You can enhance your communication skills and even expand your connections in those places. I suggest that you take the time to talk with the locals in the area you are visiting, get to know them, their culture, or even how they are doing in life. Or you can meet other travelers and share experiences, maybe they have something to share that you haven’t done before.

Aside from getting to know other people, you also get to know yourself. During your travels, you get to do a self-reflection. You get to have a new perspective on life. When you have an unexpected road bump during your journey, you alone yourself can think of a way to overcome it, and you get to realize the different skills that you thought you didn’t have. You get to be more independent of the things that you do.

You learn how to spend your money

If you want to travel, of course, you teach yourself to be thrifty and save some money for your trips. And during your travels, especially if you’re out for several days, you see yourself managing your money on where to spend it. I suggest that you set your trip on a budget so that you’ll not get short on your money during your trip.

You get to have a break from all the stress

When you always live your life on routine, like you wake up, go to work, go home, eat, then sleep, it can be tedious and stressful. You don’t get to experience something new. But when you’re traveling, you get to wander through different places, try other kinds of food, go on various activities, and see breathtaking sceneries. You get to treat yourself and get back to your work and duties fully refreshed and ready to face it head-on.

If these reasons are not enough for me to convince you to travel, well this one may. Why travel? Because you deserve it! Also, try luxury traveling with RV rentals.

Why Rent RV Trailer For A Luxury Vacation With Your Family

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Traveling around the world in a rent RV trailer is a beautiful experience, especially if you have a journey together with your family. However, some obstacles might cause your happiness to be delayed. Some things might go wrong such as a flat tire, engine malfunction, heavy traffic, fuzzy kids, bad weather, and a lot more. But don’t worry, you can enjoy the travel with your family even if there might be some obstacle you need to outrun. Have you tried using an RV on your journey? Well, you should try and have loads of fun! In this article, we will tackle why you should rent an RV and its benefit to you and your family while traveling.

5 Reasons Why You Need To Rent An RV On Your Next Travel, Here Are Your Why’s:

Convenient

Traveling with the family is not convenient especially if you have kids and elders along with you. There are many travel essentials you need to pack, as well as other miscellaneous kits. Yes, traveling can be a hassle. But when you rent an RV, welcome to the convenient world of traveling. You have almost everything you need such as beds, comfort room, kitchen, ref, microwave, etc. It is like moving with your home.

Fun

Yes, traveling in a rent RV trailer is fun. The kids will surely enjoy. Don’t worry about their safety, there are buckles on, and you can even bring their car seat. For sure, you’ll have lots of fun and enjoy the whole trip. Your safety is not compromised, so no need to worry.

Affordable

Many cheap RV rentals near me have a reasonable price. As low as $100 per night, you can enjoy your travel hassle-free. Forget about renting hotels near the beach, and your rented RV can do that for you! Wherever you want to go, you can enjoy the travel in the RV.

Flexible

You can choose from a lot of different RV types depending on your travel and preferences. So make sure to rent an RV and feel how flexible it can become and enjoy the rest of your trip. To enjoy the most, rent a driver or have at least two drivers in the family to alternate driving.

Memorable

Every travel with your family is undoubtedly unforgettable. But, traveling with a rent RV trailer is a real adventure you must try. You’ll have this memory lasted for a lifetime, especially with the kids. So, what are you waiting for? Rent an RV and make tons of memories with it, don’t forget to take lovely photos!

Going to a destination becomes even happier when you are relaxed while traveling. Of course, the people you are with are essential to a comfortable trip. So the next time you go, try renting an RV and you’ll see the difference! If you are looking for great RV rentals, drop by at this address for a schedule. Go on and create happier memories when traveling! Your family will surely enjoy this moment, and you’ll treasure it for a lifetime.

Prepare Your Kids For An Enjoyable and Memorable Out of Town Vacation

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It sure is exciting to travel and go on an out of town vacation with your family. Before the trip, you prepare all the things you’ll need to bring, list down your itinerary, or making sure your health condition is stable and ready along with taking some vaccinations and prescriptions. You make sure that everything is all set so that you’ll have a smooth and enjoyable vacation with your loved ones.

But take note, it is equally essential also to prepare your kids when you are going on vacation especially when it is out of the country. Sure they’ll be excited and all, but you need to understand that your children will be leaving their daily routine and comfort zones. You will need them to understand a few things about your travel so that they will not be surprised or shocked by the things they’ll see and experience during the trip.

Here are some tips on how you can prepare your kids for an out of the country travel so that they will have a great and memorable experience:

Familiarize Them With The Place

The first thing you can do is to show them the place on the map where you’ll be going. Tell them how far it is from your place and how long will it take to get there, what kind of transportation you’ll ride on, what is the time difference or what is the current climate there. Tell them the things that they will be able to see that’ll excite them. Make use of the things that they have watched or read on a book that will resemble your destination. Be open and ready for the questions that they’ll have an answer it as much as you can.

Buy Some Foreign Currency

You can go to a money exchange shop near you and buy some foreign currency that you will be using for your trip. Or upon arriving, you can go and exchange your money to their local currency. In this way, you can give some small amounts to your kids and explain some basic math and tell them how the exchange rates of their local money to their foreign money works. You can also teach them to budget their own money during the trip and spend it on what they will like or need the most.

Teach The Local Language

It’s best to teach your children the basics of the local language of the place you’re going to. As not all people you’ll encounter know or understand English so better to prepare ahead. You can teach them how to say some simple phrases such as “Hello,” “Thank you,” “Good day,” etc. You can also turn it into a fun and interactive game by playing some flash cards, bingo games, or anything that will make them get hold of the language. Try watching a movie that speaks the local language or downloading some applications that can quickly teach them how to pronounce the basics.

Don’t forget to read: 5 Basic Travel Essentials You Should Not Forget When Traveling With The Whole Family.

Making sure your kids are familiar and comfortable with the destination you’re going to will benefit your trip in a lot of ways. In this way, going out of the country to have a vacation with your kids will surely be a memorable one.

5 PH Destinations You Should Look Forward Into

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The Philippines is the home to a considerable number of islands. Consisting of more than 7000 islands, and depends whether its low tide or high tide. With this number, you will surely be surprised what’s in store in these islands and lots of PH Destinations! If you are the adventurous type and want to experience almost everything in one go, well the Philippines is the best place for you! If you wish to go swimming on a beach, hiking or trekking on a mountain, going to the falls, seeing some wild animals, name it and the Philippines can let you experience all of it.

Here are 5 Philippine destinations that will convince you to book a vacation and will surely look forward into:

Boracay

Boracay is one of the most popular beaches in the Philippines, and it was even nominated to be one of the most beautiful beaches around the world! Why? Because of its four-kilometer-wide white sand beach with crystal clear waters. The government recently closed it for a major clean up, but now it’s open with a clean and sparkling new look! You’ll have the chance to do different water activities such as snorkeling, banana boat rides, parasailing, etc.

The beach is surrounded by different kinds of restaurants that will offer you different sorts of local and foreign dishes. And at night, it is well lit by fire dancers and cozy bars that are open till dawn so you can chill and enjoy the sea breeze.

El Nido, Palawan

The islands of Palawan is famous around the world because of Puerto Princes. As it gains, its popularity when it has become one of the eight wonders in the world. But do you know that aside from Puerto Princesa, a truly majestic place lies also in Palawan? Its El Nido, wherein you’ll have the experience to go island hopping and be able to see limestone rock formations, beautiful lagoons and prehistoric caves, snorkeling to see the diversity of its coral reefs and even better you can go diving and get to swim with manta rays, dolphins, whales sharks and even turtles! Almost everything your eye captures is surely Instagram worthy!

Siargao

If you like to go surfing, well Siargao is the place for you! It is known as the surfing capital of the Philippines! It is also home to the beautiful green islands. It’s getting its attention because of its paradise vibes and chill vibes because of its locals. The place also welcomes tourists who desired to learn surfing because of its mild waves, and attracts extreme surfers because of its giant waves!

Mount Pulag

This place is for the ones that love to go on a hike. Mount Pulag is Luzon’s Highest summit with a height of almost 3000 meters above sea level. After a trek of 4-6 hours with pit stops, at the top, you will be mesmerized by a sea of clouds and will give you a fantastic view of the sunset. It is where the borders of the province of Benguet, Ifugao and Nueva Vizcaya meet, so you’ll be able to see this mountain up top! Just like the famous Mayon Volcano!

Ilocos Norte and Ilocos Sur

If your up for a road trip and see some old places, going to these two provinces will be fulfilling enough! On your way, you can drop by a grapes farm, until you reach Vigan, Ilocos Norte. It is full of heritage sites such as the Calle Crisologo which has cobblestone streets and building made of bricks. Next up is the Paoay church which is part of the history and the architecture is one of a kind. Make sure to go to the Paoay sand dunes where you can experience Dubai-like sand and go on an adventure.

One of the breathtaking sites by nature is the Kapurpurawan rock formations. You will be stunned on its limestone rocks with a chalky white color. Near this area are the Bangui windmills which power the province.

The Philippines will surely meet your expectation or even exceed it. Give it a try and have the best time of your life!