For many, the Christmas season means a lot of parties and reunions. The holiday gatherings may be hectic, and the best way to unwind during the busy season is to spend some quality R&R time with families and loved ones.
If you’re still looking for ideas, PLDT Home and Caltex got you more reasons to hit the road for your next Christmas celebration. PLDT Home and Caltex are making your family road trips more rewarding with the Fuel Your Fiber Promo, where you can get a one-time P150 fuel discount at Caltex and even a chance to win P10,000 worth of fuel vouchers.
If you haven’t got plans to travel this Christmas, here are five easy road trip destinations for your friends and family:
1. North: Vigan, Ilocos Sur
Paoay Sand Dunes
The usual mountain options for the cool weather season are nice, but since everyone wants to enjoy the cold, they’ll also be packed full of tourists. Why not take it all the way up north to Ilocos and bask in Vigan’s colonial history and heritage?
If you’ve never been or haven’t been in a while, it’s a great place to visit. Enjoy the old-school vibe at Calle Crisologo and the city’s old town, see historic destinations like the Baluarte, and even go on an adventure a little farther north at the Paoay Sand Dunes.
2. South: San Pablo, Laguna
Pandin Lake in San Pablo, Laguna
If you’re only willing to travel a couple of hours outside the Metro for your road trip, consider heading south into the province of Laguna—specifically, the city of San Pablo, also known as the City of Seven Lakes.
This charming destination offers a tranquil retreat for nature lovers and history enthusiasts. Explore the breathtaking namesake seven crater lakes, each with unique allure, from the serene waters of Lake Sampaloc to the picturesque Lake Pandin.
For a taste of history, step into Sulyap Gallery Cafe, housed in a beautifully preserved Spanish-era house that offers a glimpse into the past. The city’s food scene is also vibrant, making it a fun destination for a food trip with family and friends.
3. West: The island coves of Zambales
Nagsasa Cove, Zambales
If you’re considering the beach, most people will likely be headed to La Union in the north or Batangas in the south if they’re not flying to the Visayas. You can take another direction, though: drive west to the Zambales coastline facing the West Philippine Sea, and take a mesmerizing boat ride to any of its popular coves.
There are the well-known Anawangin and Nagsasa Coves, which take around an hour to reach by motorboat from the shores of San Antonio, Zambales. You can spend a few days camping on its tranquil land while enjoying nature’s pure, untouched wonders.
4. East: The province of Aurora
Ditumabo Falls, Baler, Aurora
From the Northern Luzon Expressway, you can also choose to head east to visit the province of Aurora. While the most well-known spot in the area is the surfing town of Baler, several gems are waiting to be discovered.
You’ll reach Aurora after driving through the stunning mountain landscape of Nueva Vizcaya. From there, you can choose to visit places like the grand Ditumabo Falls, better known as the Mother Falls, the Millennium Balete tree, which stands as an ancient natural wonder, and the Dinalungan River, where you can hike and take in the rare wildlife. And you can also head to and chill at Baler after everything!
5. The Metro: Antipolo
Pinto Art Museum
Do you fancy a drive but don’t want to pass through an expressway? There’s always nearby Antipolo, just east of the main Metro Manila.
Antipolo and the nearby towns and cities in the closer parts of Rizal province have many attractions within reach. There are the popular HinulugangTaktak waterfalls, the MasungiGeoreserve for hiking and adventure enthusiasts, and the Antipolo Cathedral and the Pinto Art Museum for those who want to take in some culture.
No matter where you choose to drive this Christmas, make sure to enjoy your exclusive rewards from PLDT Home and Caltex. PLDT Home subscribers can get a one-time P150 fuel discount at Caltex. When they log into their Home Rewards account, they get a unique referral code that they can use to register for Caltex Rewards. The savings can get you much farther for your next road trip, and at the same time, you get a chance to win P10,000 in fuel voucher at Caltex or P10,000 in Maya cash prize in a grand raffle!
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