A storm can sweep anything away, but not the promise of weekend splendor. Because here at Matabungkay Beach Resort and Hotel in Lian, Batangas, a mere two-hour drive from Metro Manila, people have ...

Matabungkay Beach Hotel (www.matabungkay.net) in Lian, Batangas offers families and couples a respite from the city with its relaxing holiday room offer until Dec. 31.

“Welcome to Matabungkay!” a sign greets as you enter this barangay in Lian, Batangas, from Zobel Highway. And then you see the numerous plastic bags of garbage scattered on both sides of the road. On ...