Antipolo, Rizal
"A quick budget getaway near Metro Manila"
"Kung Hei Fat Choi" long weekend getaway. Antipolo is situated in the province of Rizal, 30 minutes drive from Metro Manila in an ordinary traffic. I really don't know why Antipolo was never been the first option of people to visit in near Metro Manila, people rather go to Tagaytay or Batangas for their quick relaxation getaway from polluted and stressful Manila. What people don't know is there are several places to visit in Antipolo. You can drop by in their cathedral, museums, the so-called famous Hinulugang Taktak from the song "Tayo na sa Antipolo. . " and some places that I wasn't able to visit in. There is also a lot of food choices and attractions such as spa and farm resort that has been on my list in my next visit to Antipolo. To top it all, it is only near Metro Manila and UV Express are available anytime in Cubao.
If you are considering your budget, you can have a budget of P650.00 (starting in a bus trip from Pampanga) and can enjoy the raw charm that Antipolo can offer. I also admire the transportation system in Antipolo. It just so convenient for those who travel by two or three that tricycle are available anywhere, the P50.00 UV express service is just so reasonable.
