Manileños are lucky that despite living in the concrete jungle, a quick beach getaway is less than a couple of hours away. If you can't take a leave or take a flight, then why not head over to one of these Batangas beaches over the weekend?

This humble town in Batangas is ideal for travelers who are into camping and who enjoy exploring coves with crystal clear water, soft off-white sand, and breathtaking cliffs. As an added bonus, you can take a boat to nearby Fortune Island which is home to a grand Grecian acropolis standing atop the island's limestone cliff.

With a long shoreline and soft sand, Laiya houses a number of beach resorts. Travelers can opt to either kick back and relax or to partake in fun water activities such as jet skiing, or riding the flying fish and banana boat. Laiya is also close to Mt. Daguldol, where you and your loved ones can bond over a session of hiking and biking.

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Matabungkay Beach is probably the most popular among the beaches in Lian. The sand may not be purely white, but you're sure to appreciate the crashing sea waves and the cool wind blowing against your face. The area is also known for the floating rafts (or balsa) on the beach.

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