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The cool dry season is finally here! A perfect time to climb the mountains without slippery muds or getting burnt from the scorching heat of the sun. Well, the year is about to end and it’s not yet too late to achieve another accomplishment; to reach a mountain’s peak. It’s the best way to remind yourself that all those perils that you’ve gone through will someday be worth it.

“It’s not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves.”

MT. BATULAO

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Photo Source: Kenny Louie|Wikimedia Commons| 24 February 2009

This mountain is very popular as a day hike destination especially for first timers and beginner climbers. It takes an estimate of two to three hours to climb this mountain. Its tall grasslands makes the scenery and view even more mesmerizing as the green bushes dance along with the wind. It’s also known for its several peaks, that’s why once you reach the summit, you’ll definitely have a breathtaking view that will take all your worries away. Merong mga locals na naghihintay sayo at the summit with their refreshing cool drinks to quench your thirst after that tiring hike.

Registration Fee: Php 150 per person

Guide Fee: Php 500 for 5 persons

Difficulty: 4/9

Jump-off Point: Hillcrest Golf Course

Location: Nasugbu, Batangas

MT. TALAMITAM

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Photo Source: Aninah Ong|Wikimedia Commons| 17 November 2019

Mt. Talamitam is called the cousin of Mt. Batulao because it lies behind the several peaks of Mt. Batulao. It takes an estimate of 2 hours to reach its summit. Although the trails on Mount Talamitam are not particularly challenging, they can be exhausting due to their steepness. As you go along the way, you may even encounter some cows resting on the grasslands as if you’re in New Zealand.

Registration Fee: Php 40 per person

Guide Fee (Mandatory): Php 500 for 5-8 persons

Difficulty: 3/9

Jump-off Point: Barangay Kayrilaw Tourism Reception Area or Sitio Bayabasan, Brgy. Aga

Location: Nasugbu, Batangas

MT. GULUGOD BABOY

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Photo Source: Ana Zamora|Wikimedia Commons| 24 February 2009

It’s a walk in the park to climb this mountain, but the view from the top is definitely breathtaking. The trails and slope of the mountain won’t even make you feel like you’re climbing one. It takes an estimate of 1-2 hours to climb to the summit. There are three peaks on this mountain, but no matter which one you are on, it’ll definitely take your breath away. No matter which direction you’ll look, it offers a spectacular view of a balanced mix of various seascapes and landscapes. Fun fact! Its name, Gulugod Baboy, derives from the mountain’s expansive peak landscape. Its name, which means “Pig Spine,” refers to how it appears from a bird’s eye view.

Registration Fee: Php 50 per person

Guide Fee: Php 500 for 4 persons

Difficulty: 2/9

Jump-off Point: Philpan Dive Resort in Barangay Anilao, Mabini, Batangas

Location: Mabini, Batangas

MT. DAGULDOL

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Photo Source: Stephen|The Adventurous Herbivore WordPress| 27 May 2018

Mt. Daguldol is one of Batangas’ slightly hidden gems as it’s not as popular as the other mountains that have been mentioned. The hike to its summit usually takes up to 3-4 hours, but the breathtaking view at the top is definitely worth the sweat. Mt. Daguldol provides a one-of-a-kind scenic view, as it captures not only bushy forests, but also beautiful mountain ranges and the deep blue waters of Batangas.

Registration Fee: Php 30 per person

Guide Fee: Php 500 for 5 persons

Difficulty: 4/9

Jump-off Point: Barangay Hugom

Location: Lobo, Batangas

MT. MANABU

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Photo Source: Train of Thoughts|AlterVista| 31 March 2017

Ang Mataas na Bundok or also known as Mt. Manabu is yet another beginnerfriendly mountain that Batangas has to offer. It takes an estimate of 1-2 hours to climb to the mountain’s peak. The mountain’s trail is covered by a bushy forest that provides fresh air and a shade from the blazing heat of the sun. There may be some areas that are a bit challenging like crossing a stream and steep routes, but what’s a fun hike if there’s no thrill, right? It’s a great way to create new memories with your loved ones especially as you take stopovers on their accommodating rest stops where they offer snacks and refreshments like buko juice and their special alamid coffee.

Registration Fee: Php 20 per person

Guide Fee: Php 500

Difficulty: 2/9

Jump-off Point: Sulok, Brgy. Sta Cruz, Sto. Tomas

Location: Sto. Tomas Batangas

Batangas Delicacies to Enjoy with your Loved Ones

BULALO

Almost every Filipino is familiar with this special dish. Isang higop mo palang sa sabaw, mapapapikit ka na agad sa sarap. Batangas Bulalo might be a simple beef soup but its long preparation time makes it even more special dahil nanunuot ang lasa ng baka sa sabaw matapos itong pakuluan ng ilang oras na may halong sibuyas at pamintang buo. Tiyak rin na malambot ang laman nito, at syempre ang bone marrow na nakatago sa gitna ng makapal na buto. Siguradong simot to the bones!

BATANGAS LOMI

Hindi ka lang mabubusog sa pagmamahal from your loved ones

kundi pati na rin sa overloaded

toppings ng Lomi ng Batangas, filled with crispy chicharon, meaty slices of kikiam, chicken liver, and pork belly. Lomi Batangas is made of miki noodles covered in thick egg

noodle soup, filled with overloaded savory toppings that adds more texture to this more-than-perfect noodle soup of Batangas.

Photo Source: Raymund|Ang Sarap| 30 December 2011

Photo Source: Ej Afable|Commons Wikimedia| 30 November 2020

BATANGAS GOTO

In the Philippines, goto is usually known as rice porridge but with beef meat. Rice porridge or lugaw is commonly known as a comfort food for Filipinos as it’s usually served when you’re sick. However, Batangas Goto puts an extraordinary twist to this dish by incorporating several internal organs. Hindi lang yan ang nagpapa-special sa Batangas Goto dahil wala rin itong kanin. Batangas Goto is a savory soup filled with beef internal organs and annatto powder.

DEEP FRIED TAWILIS

Tawilis is a freshwater fish which can only be found in the lakes of Taal. Maraming posibleng putahe ang mga Batangueños para sa isda na ‘to pero syempre you shouldn’t miss out the classic deep fried tawilis. Sa sobrang crispy nito, pwedeng pwede mo ‘to kaninin mula ulo hanggang buntot nang hindi natitinik. To add more flavor, you can pair it with bagoong Balayan or just simply dip it with vinegar to balance out its saltiness.

Photo Source: Taste to Share PH|YouTube| 20 November 2020

Photo Source: Lokalpedia|Commons Wikimedia| 13 June 2022

KAPENG BARAKO

Mainit man o malamig ang panahon, hindi mawawala ang kape sa ating mga Pinoy. Batangas is also known for its strong dark coffee also known as Kapeng Barako. Ika nga nila, unang higop mo palang ay siguradong magigising at mabubuhayan ka agad. A cup of kapeng barako paired with some fresh pandesal from local panaderias is best enjoyed while catching up with your loved ones and being in the moment with them.

A full stomach makes for a happy heart.

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Photo Source: Ej Afable|Commons Wikimedia| 22 May 2021

Have you ever heard of this expression?

Did you also read it with a prominent Batangueño accent?

Ang Batangas ay isa sa madalas puntahan ng mga Filipino dahil it’s just a short drive away from the bustling city of Metro Manila and it also has the second largest international seaport in the Philippines. Pero syempre, napakarami rin nitong mga wonders na talagang maipagmamalaki sa mga turista, may it be locally or internationally. Dito matatagpuan ang Taal Volcano, along with the Taal Heritage town, historical churches, matataas na bulubundukin na pwede mong akyatin, at napakaraming beaches na pwede mong puntahan. Batangas is also well-known for their distinctive dialect and “Ala eh!” is one of their most famous expressions.

In the dialect of Batangueños, “ala” is a term that translates to “well “ while the term “eh” has no definite meaning but it’s used as a word to provide emphasis. With reference to this famous expression, Batangas created a festival to encourage people to visit their province.

In 2008, Batangas introduced their Ala Eh! Festival to mesmerize tourists with the rich and varied culture of the province and to further promote tourism in the region.

Every year, a particular municipality is given the mission of organizing the festival and the events that will highlight the finest aspects of their province. The festival is celebrated on December 8, the founding anniversary of Batangas, and it usually lasts for a week. They hold a wide range of activities to showcase their rich culture, including beauty pageants highlighting fruits and vegetables, street dance competitions, mini Olympics, street markets or tiangge where local products are proudly exhibited.

Photo Source: VJV Luna|Flickr| 07 December 2012

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UNDERNEATH THE DEEP BLUE SEA CREATION

Anilao serves as the Philippines’ “Eden,” or birthplace of scuba diving. It has 40 diving sites recognized as Batangas’ scuba diving capital. The best diving sites are in Sombrero Island, Maricaban Island, Cathedral, and Mapating. Anilao diving is renowned for its incredible diversity, abundant reefs, variety of fish, unexpected critters, and nudibranchs that appear.

The rare soft coral forests can be found 70-130 ft deep. Activities in Anilao is not only limited to diving, but also include snorkeling, kayaking, and island hopping.

DID YOU KNOW?

Anilao and Batangas City are unexpectedly safe locations during Taal Volcano eruptions, and diving is still allowed because they are located miles away from the volcano. Residents near the vicinity of the volcano are usually relocated to these areas in case of catastrophic eruptions.

Photo Source: anilaodivingresort.com|Anilao Diving and Beach Resort

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Huwag ka nang maghanap ng next destination mo. Try mo nalang sa puso ko, sisiguraduhin ko na safe ka rito.

Ang dami ko nang nakitang magagandang tanawin. Pero nung makita kita, mas maganda ka pa sa tanawin.

Kahit ano pa’ng view, wala nang mas maganda pa kapag narinig ko mula sa’yo ang salitang “I LaVIEW“

Unplanned bakasyon is like unplanned relasyon.

Nagkakatuluyan.

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Taal volcano’s elevation of 311 meters provides travelers with a beautiful and scenic viewpoint. It offers a majestic view from the red rocks, green mountains, dark blue waters, and white clouds. It is located in a caldera with a diameter of 25x30 kilometers located on an island within a lake within an island.

It is part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, one of the smallest volcanoes in the world and the second most active and dangerous volcano in the Philippines. In the past 450 years, there are 38 recorded eruptions and these eruptions caused a death toll of nearly 6,000.

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Ang usapan natin “leave no trace” pero bakit ang sakit-sakit pa rin?

Buti pa ‘yong guide, kahit pagod na hindi ako iniwan. Ikaw, hindi naman kita pinagod, pero bakit mo ako binitawan?

Kung ang weather update nga pabago-bago. Feelings mo pa kaya?

I don’t want to end up like the monolith. Single na nga, bato pa!

Sa lahat nang napuntahan. Ikaw lang ang gusto kong balik-balikan

Lagyan ko kaya ng picture ko ang mapa mo para sa akin ka lang pumunta.

Nalibot ko na ang buong mundo, halos kabisado ko nan ga ang globo pero hindi ko pa rin mahanap ang daan patungo sa’yo.

Do not leave your feelings unattended.

Sa love, ‘di maiiwasan na may U-Turn. Akala mo dire-diretso na, may babalikan pa pala

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Private Room

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Cabin

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Cafe de Lipa is named as such because it all started in LIPA CITY, Batangas–a city with a history intertwined with coffee. The first coffee tree was planted in Lipa City

DATE IT STARTED

October 26, 2006

HOW IT STARTED

Historically, Liberica locally known as Kapeng Barako flourished in Lipa City and it became a great source of income for the Lipeños. The founder, Jose H. Mercado and his family started growing their own Liberica beans which he then traded. It was his dream to serve Kapeng Barako from bean to cup; this dream and his passion for coffee led to the birth of Cafe de Lipa. As the founder is a farmer growing coffee, flourished as a coffee trader, and the dream to serve coffee–everything has come full circle.

HOW CAFE DE LIPA DIFFERENT FROM OTHER COFFEE SHOPS IN BATANGAS

We serve Kapeng Barako from bean to cup.

We also showcase Filipino Coffee. Barako (Liberica) leads it but we also showcase different beans coming from different areas like Batangas, Quezon, Pampanga, Benguet, and Bukidnon.

VISIT US HERE

Cafe de Lipa Origins

32 San Carlos Drv, Mataasnalupa, Lipa City, Batangas

CDL Market! Market!

G/F, Market! Market!,

Taguig City, Metro Manila

Cafe de Lipa LIMA

The Outlets at Lipa, Lipa City, Batangas

Cafe de Lipa STAR STAR Tollway Brgy. Tibig, Lipa City, Batangas

Cafe de Lipa UP Malcolm Hall, Osmeña Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City

IF YOU HAVE THE POWER TO INFLUENCE YOUR CUSTOMER’S THOUGHTS, WHAT IDEAS/VALUES WOULD YOU LIKE TO PLACE IN THEIR MINDS?

Nothing compares to natural brewed coffee for your health. Health must not come at the cost of ‘instant’ living. We enjoy tastes naturally.

Connections no matter how small are integral to anyone. Whether it be connection to one’s history, to one’s culture, to one’s community, to each other, and more, these make up who we are and who we could be.

The enjoyment of a cup of coffee is the enjoyment of pleasant sourness and pleasant bitterness.

WHAT YOUR COFFEE SAYS ABOUT YOU

Source: What Does Your Coffee Order Reveal about You? (2022, September 22). PsychCentral. https://psychcentral.com/blog/what-does-your-coffee-reveal-about-you

Black Coffee

Old school, Efficient

Instant Coffee Laid back, Low-maintenance

Iced Coffee

Bold, Spontaneous

Decaf or Milk Alternatives

Detail-oriented, Healthminded

Cooperative-Grown Coffee Laid back, Low-maintenance

Latte or Cappucino

Open-minded, Limited bounderies