Summer Destination Near Manila

The days are hot, the weather is humid and summer season is peaking high in the Philippines. During the past days the weather temperature in the country recorded as high as 38 degrees celcius and the temperature ranges from 30-35 degrees here in Metro Manila. Considering that coming before the holy week which is early April, the metro experience scattered rain showers and thunderstorms for about a week. Wow! That is what you called the effects of the climate change that is surely affecting not only the Philippines but the whole world. And during this very hot summer season, many people took advantage to relax, unwind and find joy to their life. Here are some of the places in the Philippines that you can go to near Manila.

1. Tagaytay - It is one of the country's most popular tourist destinations because of outstanding scenery and cooler climate provided by its high altitude and it is just 55 km away from Manila. Tagaytay Picnic Grove is one of the main attractions in the city. It is located where you can get to see the finest view of the Taal Volcano.

Tagaytay City

Tagaytay Picnic Grove

Scenic view of Taal Volcano

2. Antipolo is a city in the Philippines located in the province of Rizal and it is about 25 km east of Manila. Its higher altitude than that of Metro Manila affords it a scenic view of the metropolis, especially at night. One of the popular summer get-away in the city which is currently being restored to become again one of the city's primary attractions is the Hinulugan Taktak National Park.

Night sky at Antipolo

 Religious shrine of Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage, popularly known as the Virgin of Antipolo

Hinulugan Taktak Water Falls

3. Splash Island is located at Southwoods Ecocentrum in Binan, Laguna. It is famous as the biggest waterpark in the Philippines. The slides, rides & attractions were planned to offer you with a day filled with aqua thrills and adventure. Patterned after the famous water theme park in the US, Splash Island has a countless number of slides, pools and other water attraction for guest of all ages.

Splash Island Binan, Laguna

3. 8 Waves Waterpark is located at Ulingao, San Rafael, Bulacan. This is one of the early resort in Bulacan that offers the pool wave technology. They offer different amenities for the whole family and for corporate gatherings.

8 Waves Waterpark

Spending time outside the city is fun.

Enjoy the view.

Share it with your families and friend.

Relax and have fun coz memories last a lifetime.. :)