I must admit. I’m not totally fond of Batangas beaches.

I’ve been spoiled too much of luxurious, fine sand, that I would rather book a plane ticket to enjoy excellent beaches in Bohol, or Boracay. I’m even saving profusely for Palawan. Yes, I get broke with my fondness for fine sand beaches!

With the limited schedule of my dear friends, an overnight stay to be exact, we couldn’t go that far, so we just settled to go to Batangas. Oh well, at least there was sun and ample time for sunbathing! Hahaha! ( What I crave most about summer is the tan that I get to sport! )

It’s a beautiful beach

With my expectations, I was actually surprised when we went to Virgin Beach in Laiya, Batangas. It was very clean. The surroundings were beautiful. The sand was beautiful white, though not fine at all, a lil bit rocky, that caused our knees to become red by the end of our swim. The water was very clear - M told me that he could open his eyes underwater and just see clearly ( and I wasn’t able to do so since seawater don’t fare well with mi eyes ). The waves were strong, but it was just bliss as we sat in the water waiting for the waves to crash on us, and enjoy such music that is therapeutic to the soul. Twas time forgotten for the three of us as we enjoyed the remaining time together, in the water, all being playful and reflective.

I must say that I’m quite impressed with Virgin Beach with its facilities - the day-trippers’ parasol beds that had curtains and mattresses to lounge around all day, the beautiful restaurant overlooking the beach, the beautiful coconut trees, rocks, and those glorious colored flags, I was quite at peace. The only gripe that we had was the ultimately claustrophobic shower room for daytrippers ( that I hope they’d improve on, otherwise, the place would’ve been perfect )

Truth is, I’m not disappointed at all. Virgin Beach is a great getaway. It might be the nearest best beach that I can ever find. If asked if I would want to go back to it, I would gladly do so. I’m officially lifting my perceptions on Batangas beaches. *smiles sheepishly*.

Now, I have got to stop daydreaming about my next getaway. I HAVE WORK!