Top 10 QUICK GETAWAYS near METRO MANILA (For as low as 1,000 Pesos Budget)

Trips near Manila under 1,000 pesos budget? Is it possible?

Looking for cheap weekend getaways from/near Metro Manila? Okay, let me help you with these affordable destinations near Manila perfect for an awesome weekend getaway!

Wondering where your 1,000 pesos could go? Hmmmm.... Is it really possible to travel with a very limited budget? My answer is YES! There are weekend destinations near Metro Manila that you can enjoy an amazing weekend getaway, explore beautiful sights, and try new activities without spending too much on budget. All you need to do is know where to go, plan ahead of time, create a budget itinerary, and bring your friends to share with the expenses! Hahaha!

Indeed, Metro Manila is surrounded by many budget-friendly weekend destinations! Here's my list cheap and budget-friendly destinations near Metro Manila ideal for your next weekend getaway for a budget of around 1,000 pesos! Tara na, byahe na!

TOP PICKS: 11 Must-try Ice Cream Flavors in the Philippines

Whether it's summer or not, an ice cream is one of my favorite desserts. While traveling around the Philippines, I've tried different kinds of local ice cream flavors - most of them are infused with local products that the city or province they came from is famous for. With this, let me share to you my "11 Favorite Ice Cream in the Philippines" - that are definitely must-try!

Taong Putik Festival in Barrio Bibiclat, Aliaga Nueva Ecija

Every June 24th, a small barrio (village) called Bibiclat in the town of Aliaga in Nueva Ecija celebrates the feast day of Saint John the Baptist with the annual Taong Putik Festival. It is a religious festival celebrated by the locals and devotees to pay homage to San Juan Bautista on his feast day by wearing costumes patterned to his attire. The "taong putik" soak themselves in mud and cover their body with dried banana leaves and visit houses or ask people for alms in a form of candle or money to buy candles which they offer for Saint John the Baptist to celebrate his feast day.

3 "Not-so-popular-but-still-awesome" Food Destinations near Metro Manila

Be it dining in a fancy restaurant or trying out local cuisines and delicacies, food has always been part of my every travel. As they say, you'll know more about the place you're visiting by trying out their food. If you're looking for must-visit food destinations that are just 2-3 hours away from the big city, here are 3 of my favorite "not-so-popular-but-still-awesome" food destinations near Metro Manila.

10 Awesome Reasons Why I Love Staying at Microtel Cabanatuan

Last month, we went to Cabanatuan City to witness the annual Taong Putik Festival in the nearby town of Aliaga. As the the commercial and business center of Nueva Ecija, Cabanatuan City offers a wide selection of hotels and accommodations catering to tourists and business travelers. That is why, we chose Microtel Inn and Suites by Wyndham Cabanatuan (Check rates online) as our base for this trip.

IN PHOTOS: Taong Putik Festival in Aliaga, Nueva Ecija

Taong Putik Festival is an annual religious festival in the small village of Bibiclat in the town of Aliaga, Nueva Ecija. Held every June 24th, the devotees of Saint John the Baptist pay homage to him on his feast day by wearing costumes patterned to his attire by soaking themselves in mud and cover their body with dried banana leaves to celebrate his feast day.

EAT-tinerary: Where and What to Eat in Cabanatuan City

Food is always part of every travel. As they say, you'll know more about the place you're visiting by trying out their food. That's what we did during our recent visit to Cabanatuan City. Since this is my 3rd time to visit the city, I decided to check on some of the city's well-loved food and dining places. Cabanatueños also take pride with their delicious food products, the city offers a lot of dining places that will surely satisfy your hungry tummy. Here are some of what to eat and where to dine in Cabanatuan City.

HOTELS IN CABANATUAN - Microtel Inn and Suites by Wyndham Cabanatuan

HOTELS IN CABANATUAN - Microtel Inn and Suites by Wyndham Cabanatuan

Microtel is an international chain of more than 300 hotels located in United States, Canada, Mexico, and the Philippines. It is part of the Wyndham Hotel Group and is one hotel in the country that brings international standard hotel accommodations at reasonable rates. In the Philippines it is located in Tarlac, Batangas, Cavite, Baguio, Boracay, Davao, General Santos City, Cabanatuan, Puerto Princesa, Acropolis (Quezon City), Sta. Rosa (Laguna), UP Techno Hub (Quezon City), and Mall of Asia.

Exploring MINALUNGAO NATIONAL PARK, "One of Nueva Ecija's Well-kept Secrets"

Minalungao National Park

Visiting Minalungao National Park? How to get there? Things to do in Minalungao? I hope this Minalungao Nation Park Travel Guide blog helps!

Minalungao National Park! Yahoo! Summer has always been my favorite season. Except for the hot weather, almost everyone likes this exciting part of the year. Thus, the hot summer season led us to explore one of the few remaining natural environment in Central Luzon. It was one of those days that I just want to leave and be somewhere. So I invited my friend to explore one of Nueva Ecija's hidden gems - Minalungao National Park in the town of General Tinio. It is one of those places that only a few have been to. I've been wanting to visit Minalungao since I saw photos of it from friends. Since then, I was enticed that I should see it for myself.

Travel Guide : 3-Day Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Quirino & Isabela - Summary, Things To Do, Accommodation, Itinerary and Expenses

This 3-day trip to Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Quirino and Isabela happened last March 2-4, 2012. I travelled by land in going to these provinces and took a flight back to Manila from Cauayan City, Isabela on the 3rd day. Being a first timer in these provinces (except for Isabela), I got to experience a different adventure while learning a lot from the places I've visited. Here's how it went...

THINGS TO DO IN CABANATUAN: Tour Around Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija (Tourist Spots & Places to Visit)

It wasn't my first time to set foot on Nueva Ecija, I had a quick stopover at the town of Pantabangan on my way to Baler, Aurora last year. I didn't count it yet as one of my visited provinces since it was just a quick stop. This is actually the first time that I really had the chance to explore.