Long Beach, Morong, Bataan
We were not able to swim and play in the sand when we took a vacation in Negros Oriental, so I asked my husband to plan a beach getaway when we return to Bataan. My hubby and his best friend surveyed some beach resorts in Bataan, and it is in Morong where they found a very relaxing beach.
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| water so calm... |
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| mainit =) |
One of our requirement when finding a place to stay is that the place must be clean, comfortable yet affordable. The rooms are for rent at Php2,500. There are clean comfort rooms, cooking area and cottages. We also brought our hammock which can be assembled easily, we just need two trees.
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| the rooms at Gold Coast Beach Resort |
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| our place beside the famous Pamarta Bali |
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| the beach addicts |
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| my two babies |
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| the split! haha =) |
There is approximately 7 kilometers stretch of sand in this area, maybe that is the reason why this place has been known as the "long beach".
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| the famous Pamarta Bali Beach Resort beside our rented place |
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| Santino and Josh |
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| beach boy |
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| our hammock that can be brought anywhere |
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| we also brought our tents for unlimited space aside from renting a room =) |
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| kainan na!!! |
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| the super calm water |
Morong lies in the western part of the province of Bataan, bounded on the west
by South China Sea, Bagac in the south, Abucay, Samal, and Orani in the
east, Hermosa and Dinalupihan in the northwest and Zambales in the
north. It is approximately 50.48 kilometers from the capital town of
Balanga and about 174 kilometers from Manila. Its total land area is
21,920.00 hectares or 15% of the total land area of Bataan. It is the
second largest municipality, next to Bagac. Has about 7,983 hectares
included in the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) reservation
area and 9,694.99 hectares identified as water shed-primary growth
forest area. Has a total population of 27,119, comprising about 3.41% of
the total population of the province of Bataan; it is the least
populated among the twelve municipalities.
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| muay thai sa buhanginan |
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| over there... |
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| we were offered Php50 per head snorkeling activity and we took it... it's just that there are limited number of fish in the area |
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| Brando and Jay's babies |
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| gusto nyo lang pala mag swimming, nagbayad pa kayo ng Php50 each, haha =) |
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| we are complete... the Bantog Backpackers |
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| the beach and the beach addict |
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| the boys created a bonfire before finally sleeping =) |
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| Good morning Morong ... |
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| Mang Jimmy is offering island hopping in the nearby islands and Pawikan Sanctuary for only Php1,200 for the whole boat |
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| we really enjoyed this getaway, we just spent for the accommodation, gas and some food =) |
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| the unedited color of morning at Morong |
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| look up! Thank You Lord! |
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| what a coincidence, the boat is named "Jenelle and 3 brothers" |
Existing industries in Morong include mango/cashew production, vinegar
making from nipa palm nuts and basketry from jungle vines. The tourism
industry is also on an upswing with the beautiful and untapped beaches
of Morong being developed.
With
the rest of Morong declared as a subzone, industries targeted for
development in the area include the manufacture of component parts or
assembly operations as well as the establishment of convention centers,
exhibit halls, golf course and clubs, entertainment/leisure and sports
center, hotels and condohotels, beach resorts and meditation centers in
support of Morong's tourism sector. To provide access to the various
developments in Bataan Technopark, the construction of one major road
network from Balanga to Morong and the 9.43-km access road from BTPI to
SBMA are already underway prior to the operation of BTPI. Entry to
Morong is also possible through the Subic International Airport or the
Subic and Binanga Port. Adequate power and water supply and appropriate
solid waste and sewerage systems shall be made available as well as
basic telecommunication facilities necessary to access the information
highway.
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| a perfect place for great photography |
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| we walked for 30 and more minutes to reach the other side of the very long beach |
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| my dream... a house and a beach in front of it |
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| may pogi sa beach!!! |
How to get to Gold Coast Beach Resort, Morong, Bataan 150 kilometers from Manila:
By Car (Travel time - 3 hours):
Take the North Luzon Express Way
(NLEX) to Dau Exit. Then proceed to SCTEX all the way to Tipo Exit.
Enter Subic (SBMA), passing by the airport and Triboa Bay (APEC Villas).
Exit at MORONG Gate. Follow the Anvaya Cove Signage then after Anvaya,
go all the way to Morong Junction. Turn right at J. Luna St., then turn
left after the Church. Turn Left before Coral View then straight ahead
you will see Gold Coast Resort (beside the famous Pamarta Bali Beach Resort.
Another way is through Roman Highway after Layac (junction going to Olongapo or Bataan). From Manila take NLEX – SCTEX and exit at Dinalupihan. Or NLEX San Fernando Exit. Drive straight going to Bataan passing Hermosa, Orani, Samal, Abucay and Balanga. At the junction of Pilar, turn right going to Bagac and Morong which will take about an hour. Follow the signs getting to Pamarta Bali, the Gold Coast is beside it.
Travel time is 2 1/2 to 3 hours from Manila.
By Bus (Travel time - around 4 hours):
Take Victory Liner or Saulog Bus going to Olongapo. Get off
at Olongapo Bus Station and ride another bus (mini-bus) or jeepney
going to Morong, Bataan. Get off at Morong Market (Town Proper) and ride
a tricycle to Gold Cost Beach Resort. Tell the driver to take you to Gold Coast beside the famous Pamarta Bali Beach
Resort.
Or take Genesis Bus or Bataan Transit Bus going to Mariveles. Get off at Alauli, Pilar, take a jeepney or mini bus going to Morong and ride a tricycle to Gold Coast Beach Resort.
nice place! do u have the resort's contact number?
ReplyDeleteHi... any contact number for gold coast? Thanks...
ReplyDeleteGood day everyone, Gold Coast Contact number (047) 237 3170.
ReplyDeleteCan i get your contact number
ReplyDeleteMay room po b pang 10 people
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