This is actually a family bonding time with my parents and siblings as my sister instructed me to plan ahead for her vacation here in PH.

I reserved a total of 3 rooms for 8 adults and 3 kids. The room is good for 2 persons only so we paid 2 extra beds for 2 extra persons with full board meals which cost 2,400 pesos per head. Full Board meal for kids aged 4-11yo is 1,000 pesos.

Overnight room rate cost 7,700 for a twin or Queen Bed Type. We should\’ve stayed for 2 nights but it\’s a bit pricey, so we just settled for a night and try to maximize the experience.

1. About 45 kms drive on the Star Toll Way, you will see San Jose-Ibaan Exit (after the Lipa Exit). After passing the toll gate, turn left and drive 2.5 kms. You will reach an intersection with a sign pointing to Rosario. Please turn left at this intersection. After turning left, the Municipal Hall of Ibaan will be on your right, while a church will be on your left. After passing the church, turn left and turn right on the forked road going to San Juan. Drive 8 kms along this road to Rosario town proper.. Drive 8 kms along this road to Rosario town proper.
2. Once you reach Rosario town proper, drive past the Jollibee and South Star Drug store outlets at your left. This road leads all the way to San Juan town proper, which is about 23 kms away. When you see the sign leading to the Batangas Racing Circuit, turn left and head straight for San Juan town proper.
3. After entering San Juan town proper, drive past Jollibee and Dunkin Donut at your right and head for the Municipal Hall of San Juan. Turn right immediately after the Municipal Hall of San Juan. This is the main road of Laiya. Drive approximately 23.5 kms (25 minutes).
4. Drive past Playa Laiya. This is about 3 kms away from Acuaverde. The entrance to Acuaverde will be found on the left side of the road.

1. Drive all the way on the Star Toll Way (approximately 20 kms) and turn right to the Lipa Exit. Follow the road toward Lipa City. Drive past La Salle Lipa, to a rotonda where you will see a McDonald\’s at the corner.
2. Take the road to the right of McDonald\’s (C.M. Recto Ave.). When you\’re already on this road, make a right turn immediately. After the first block, make a left to re-enter C.M. Recto Ave. Traverse C.M. Recto Ave. then turn right at the corner of the Mercury Drug store, which is P. Torres St.
3. Drive 8.5 kms towards Padre Garcia town. Use detour road (50 meters away from the main road) and make a U-Turn. Turn right at the corner of the street, and make another right turn (opposite Mini Stop) after passing Padre Garcia Town Market.
4. Drive 4.5 kms and merge with the road coming from Rosario. This road leads all the way to San Juan, stretching approximately 19 kms. When you see the sign leading to the Batangas Racing Circuit, turn left and head straight for San Juan town proper.
5. After entering San Juan town proper, drive past Jollibee and Dunkin Donut at your right and head for the Municipal Hall of San Juan. Turn right immediately after the Municipal Hall of San Juan. This is the main road of Laiya. Drive approximately 23.5 kms (25 minutes).
6. Drive past Playa Laiya. This is about 3 kms away from Acuaverde. The entrance to Acuaverde will be found on the left side of the road.

1. Drive all the way on the Star Toll Way and turn right to Balete Exit. Turn left going to Lipa City after the toll gate. Drive past Batangas State University going to the main road (approximately 2.1 kms).
2. Turn right heading to Lipa City proper. Drive past Pag-ibig and SSS offices to your left and
3. Lipa City Hall to your right (approximately 1.6 kms).
4. Turn left immediately after the Rotonda (Gen. Luna St.) and drive past Puregold Lipa. Follow the main road to Lipa City proper. Turn left on the first street (Katigbak St.) after Metrobank and before Lipa Cathedral. Drive straight and turn right at NL Villa Hospital. Turn left at P. Torres St. (road going to Padre Garcia, Batangas).
5. Drive 8.5 kms. towards Padre Garcia town. Use detour road (50 meters away from the main road) and make a U-Turn. Turn right at the corner of the street, and make another right turn (opposite Mini Stop) after passing Padre Garcia Town Market.
6. Drive 4.5 kms and merge with the road coming from Rosario. This road leads all the way to San Juan, stretching approximately 19 kms. When you see the sign leading to the Batangas Racing Circuit, turn left and head straight for San Juan town proper.
7. After entering San Juan town proper, drive past Jollibee and Dunkin Donut at your right and head for the Municipal Hall of San Juan. Turn right immediately after the Municipal Hall of San Juan. This is the main road of Laiya. Drive approximately 23.5 kms (25 minutes).
8. Drive past Playa Laiya. This is about 3 kms away from Acuaverde. The entrance to Acuaverde will be found on the left side of the road.

They served Tamarind juice as welcome drinks, and the room has complimentary Tamarind Candy snack!

Entertain the kids with Koi Fish Feeding! Just ask at the reception for FREE fish pellet.

Since its lunch time already, I requested to take our arrival lunch instead of having it for the next day. The food is tasty, we are all satisfied and took advantage of the buffet meal plus the relaxing view!

They don\’t have a swimming pool! My first choice was Acuatico Resort that has Infinity Pool but it\’s fully booked, as always. You know I\’ve been trying to reserved there for a looong time but couldn\’t get a slot.

Overall, husband agrees that this resort was a good choice. Although we find the rooms a bit small, it was never an issue as it is well maintained and the staff were courteous and approachable.

There\’s a playground but the kids didn\’t bother to jump in as they were too focus on playing and building sand castles at the beach.

My sisters bought some pearl accessories as souvenirs.

While I am too busy with my photo shoot with husband.

This Ruched High Waist Two Piece Swimsuit from Rosegal works perfect for hiding the pooch.

The place is well lit at night, so the photo shoot continues… 😉

The grilled salmon makes me have my second cup of rice! The kids loved it too…

The meals were all good, sulit! I actually take note the recipe for their Egg Omelette.

This getaway helps us build another memorable vacation for the whole fam. I don\’t regret choosing this resort and the place is definitely worth the price.

A relaxing time at the beach is the best summer escape! Also, the best place for all those sun-kissed photos with special help  from husband. 😀