It
seems like everyone I know is going to Bataan for the summer. The province of
Bataan is well-known for the very historic Death March during World War II has
now become a go to destination this summer. Aside from the rich history that
Bataan offers, it also has its beautiful beaches to boast.
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| At the Balanga bus terminal |
The
travel to Bataan is approximately 2-3 hours. For commuters like me, you can
ride a bus at the Five Star bus station in Cubao bound to Balanga. Fare is Php
200.00. There is a bus leaving for Balanga every fifteen minutes. The last stop
of the bus is at the terminal at Balanga. The Balanga bus terminal serves also
as the start off point in discovering Bataan.
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| having fun while waiting for the shuttle |
From
the bus terminal, one can ride a tricycle to have a city tour of Balanga.
Tricycle fare is php 10.00 per person. The places that you may want to vist in
Balanga are their city hall, church and the mall whose architecture is very
different from the malls in Metro Manila. At first glance you would not have
thought of it as a mall, but because of the fast foods located at the ground
floor and the elevator we realized that it was indeed a shopping center.
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| the town hall of Balanga |
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| the shopping center at Balanga |
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| the shuttle |
Most
of the resorts and beaches in Bataan are located in Bagac and Morong. There is
a shuttle bound for Morong at the bus terminal. Fare up to the town of Morong
is Php 65.00. Travel period from Balanga to Morong approximately 90 to 105
minutes.
During
my last two visits in Bataan I opted to sit next to the driver to get a better
view of the road. And this is also to ask questions about Bataan. Fortunately,
the two drivers that I have talked to from my last two visits are very nice and
accommodating. They gave us instructions and tips on how we can reach our
resorts.
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| the road ahead |
As
I have mentioned, the trip is about 90 to 105 minutes, and the ride is a
lullaby. Although the shuttle is non-air-conditioned, rusty and old, but
because of the fresh air coming from the mountains and farms you will
definitely get into a sleep. As much as possible don’t drowse into a slumber as
you might miss seeing Mt. Samat, the different
Death March landmarks and other beautiful scenery.
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| a view of Mt. Samat |
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| palays drying up at the road |
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| a marker of the Bataan Death March |
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