Cintai – Corito’s Garden

Cintai is the Indonesian translation of the word love. The garden resort was named after Corito, the wife of the owner Mr. Ramon Palma Gil, a Davao native. They acquired the property in 2006 after falling in love with Batangas, specifically that spot in Balete.

The place served as a weekend house for the couple and their four children. It was also where Corito spent her days as she battled the illness which took away her life in 2007. Due to that untoward event in the lives of the Palma Gils, Sir Ramon gave all his effort to develop the property, turn it into a place of bliss and total relaxation, all for the love of his children and most especially, of Corito.

Bali in Balete

While I was taking down my questions which I’ll be utilizing for my interview with Cintai’s manager, Ms. Cathy Maralit, I thought of this ear-friendly subtitle for this article, “Bali in Balete”. When you roam around Cintai, you would see and experience a mix of Filipino and Balinese both in the architecture and the ambiance of the garden resort.

Ms. Cathy shared that the supposed theme of the resort was Mexican. And then the couple went to visit Bali, Indonesia. Apparently, the island captured their hearts. It’s like they brought Bali back home and their points of admiration were transformed into structures and fixtures in their Balete property thus, giving Cintai – Corito’s Garden that “close to Bali perfection”.

First Year of Operation

Cintai was completed after five years of careful landscaping and intricate construction of the resort features. Cintai formally opened in January of this year. As I’ve said earlier, the garden resort is a mix of Filipino and Balinese. Whatever you see, it’s either made in the Philippines or bought and flew in from Bali.

Sir Ramon does not have any formal training in architecture and design but having the passion to build Cintai and preserve all the wonderful memoirs he created with his family, this garden resort will catch you in awe. Another good thing about having Cintai in Balete is the employment that the owners provide for the locals. The staff members of the resort are either from Balete or the nearby towns.

Balinese Structures

Among the notable features in Cintai are the Balinese stone carvings and architectural designs strategically located in various points of the resort. The one Gerlie and I got too excited to see is the large wooden door situated in the middle of huge stone statues which may either make kids laugh or get scared. They seemed to be the representations of ancient Balinese gods.

Everywhere you go, you’d see either a statue of a Balinese god or a wall with elaborated carvings of again, the gods of this Indonesian island.

Resort Features

Probably the feature that tops the list of awesomeness in Cintai is the Pavilion Patricia. Of all the resort pavilions here in Batangas, this is perhaps the most “bongga” of them all. It’s too grandiose to describe every detail. See inserted picture for a preview of this pavilion.

Currently, there are two pavilions in Cintai (Patricia and Andrea) and another two to rise soon. These pavilions were built away from each other and away from the villas so if there is an event happening in a certain pavilion, the guests staying in the villas won’t be disturbed.
There are 18 villas categorized as the Terrace, the Garden Villa, and the Villa with Jacuzzi and Pocket Garden.

Of course, being a resort, Cintai has four swimming pools – the two larger ones are located in the lower part of the resort near the villas while the two smaller ones are near the Pavilion Patricia.

Oh, and don’t be surprised if while walking around the resort you’ll meet a gaggle of geese or a peacock – these animals are roaming in the vicinity. And if you hear a yelling sound of a bird, that’s made by one of the two eagles in a huge cage. Don’t try to mimic the ‘oo oo, ah ah’ of a monkey if you don’t want to hear a continuous echo of a real one. Haha. There’s this naughty monkey in Cintai which I’ll be warning the girls not to get near him. Wink.

Don’t worry about leisure activities for your kids. There’s a playground near the biggest swimming pool so your kids can play while you’re having a dip in the pool.

Other Resort Details

How much will it cost you to enjoy a day tour in Cintai? P1,500 for an adult and P600 each for children below 7 years old. Rates are quite pricey, yes. These rates cover the use of the resort facilities and a lunch meal. Cintai does not have a target class, basta afford mo, welcome ka dito.

If you want an overnight stay, you can stay in the villas and experience luxury, the Balinese style. The Terrace Villa for a max of 4 pax is at P8,500/night; the Garden Villa for a max of 6 pax is at P12,000/night; Villa with Jacuzzi, Pocket Garden & Breakfast for a max of 6 pax is at P18,000/night.

Cintai – Corito’s Garden aims to be the top option as an event venue in Batangas. If you want a posh venue for your wedding, their pavilions and gazebo can make your grandest day an unforgettable one.

How to get to Cintai – Corito’s Garden

From Manila, take SLEX all the way to Startoll Expressway. Exit at Malvar (2nd exit) and turn left. Go straight until National Highway then turn right. About 10kms, you’ll see a Caltex gasoline station beside CITI Hardware, turn right there. Three kilometres from Caltex, you’ll reach the Balate arch and about 100m from that point is Cintai – Corito’s Garden on the left side of the road.

For inquiries you may contact (0917) 833-1508 / (0922) 828-6789 or e-mail them at coritos_garden@yahoo.com.

OUR INTERVIEW WITH CINTAI’S MANAGER, MS. CATHY MARALIT

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Schedule of Activities
Day 1 April 29, 2011

7:00am Kayak Race
5:00pm Cultural Presentation (Folkdance, Hiphop, Modern)
7:00pm BB. Balete 2011 Pre-Pageant
Fashion Show/Disco Party

Sino rin kaya ang mag-uuwi ng korona ng Bb. Balete 2011? Saksihan ang 12 naggagandahang dilag mula sa iba’t ibang barangay ng Balete. Maari ninyong makita ang mga larawan ng mga kandidata sa aming facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/wowbatangas.

Day 2 April 30, 2011
7:00am Motorcade
7:00pm Bb. Balete 2011 Pageant Night

Day 3 May 01 2011
6:00am Galleon Fluvial Parade
8:00am Street Dancing9:00am Stage Play (Seremonya ng Pagpapakilala ni Gob. Gen. Juan Nino De tabora sa Mahal na Birhen ng Patron ng Balete)
10:00am Concelebrated Mass
1:00pm Civic Parade, Pabitin Festival (Pasasalamat sa Lahat ng Biyaya)
4:00pm Prusisyon ng Bayan7:00pm Variety Show

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• Balete is a 5th class municipality in the Province of Batangas, Philippines.
• Balete is well known for its location, because of the panoramic view of the Taal Volcano.

GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS

MAYOR: David Dimaala Pamplona
VICE-MAYOR: Marissa Garcia Reyes

COUNCILORS:

• Rodolfo Mendoza Garcia
• Rodante Maralit Encallado
• Reynaldo Villapando Orola
• Virgilio Roxas Del Mundo
• Nestor Alvez De Ocampo
• Danilo Abaincia Daycamat
• Gilberto Magpantay Maya
• Rhyan Katigbak Tasico

BARANGAYS

• Alangilan
• Calawit
• Loc
• Magapi
• Makina
• Malabanan
• Paligawan
• Palsara
• Poblacion
• Sala
• Sampalocan
• Solis
• San Sebastian

POPULATION

19,252 as of 2007 census

COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES

• Balete Family Farm School
• Cyber Kids School of Learning
• Our Lady of Fatima Educational System

POPULAR DESTINATIONS AND LANDMARKS

• Marian Orchard
• Galilee Place Resort and Spa
• ESL Resort

CHURCHES

Nuestra Senîora dela Paz Y Buenviage Parish Church

ONLINE REFERENCES

• http://www.wowbatangas.com/resorts/galilee-place-resort-and-spa-harboring-a-great-deal-of-leisure-and-natures-best/
• http://www.census.gov.ph/data/census2007/h040000.pdf
• http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=Balete,_Batangas,_Philippines
• http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Balete,_Batangas

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Here are the Official Candidates of Mutya ng Batangan 2010:

AGONCILLO – MICCA MASANGKAY ROSAL
ALITAGTAG – MARIANNE KRISTINE ABUTAR
BALAYAN – JULIANA KAPEUNDL
BALETE – ROSABIANCA MAILA RAZON
BATANGAS CITY – CLAIRE UNTALAN
BAUAN – ANJELINE FLORENCE GARCHITORENA
CUENCA – DIANNE EILEEN MAGSOMBOL
IBAAN – MARIA TERESA BATHAN
LAUREL – JANEEN MIKEE CALINISAN
LEMERY – YVETTE ARMAINE HERNANDEZ
LIPA CITY – CZSHEVINAH HAE ALEJANDRO
LOBO – SUMAYA MCEVOY
MABINI – JOSEPHINE MARIE UNTALAN
MALVAR – JOAN KAY HERNANDEZ
ROSARIO – KHRYZIALYN CIAR
SAN JOSE – MINKY AVEL ILAGAN
SAN JUAN – OLEIN JAIRA SOPHIA ONA
SAN NICOLAS – AREAN ARENAS
TAAL – AIMEE GARILAO
TALISAY – RIKKA MARIE MENDOZA
TANAUAN CITY – DARA PRINCESS PLATON

To vote for your favorite candidate, visit and LIKE the WOWBatangas Facebook Page. Then go to the MUTYA ng BATANGAN 2010 album and LIKE the profile of your candidate.

Witness the most prestigious pageant of Batangas live at SM City Lipa Parking Area on December 4, 6:30PM.

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Among the 12 towns and cities declared under the impending state of calamity are the municipalities of Talisay, San Nicolas, Laurel, Balete, Agoncillo, Cuenca, Lemery, Mataasnakahoy, Alitagtag, Sta. Teresita, and the cities of Lipa and Tanauan.

Vice Governor Mark Leviste stated that he local government units will be using their calamity funds. According to 2nd district Board Member Joel Atienza, the province has a calamity fund of P85 million for 2010 but will only utilize 30% of the budget while the declared status is impending.

Government officials already advised residents living near the vicinity of Taal Lake as preliminary caution to a possible eruption.

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Congressional Positions

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APACIBLE, TOMAS VILLADOLID
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BERBERABE, GODOFREDO MARCAIDA
MANDANAS, HERMILANDO INGCO

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COLLANTES, NELSON PEREZ
DIMAYUGA, MA. CHONA MALOLES
HERNANDEZ, NICOMEDES FAJARDO
LAUREL, LUIS CARLOS RUFINO
REYES, CRISTETA CUEVAS
REYES, RODRIGO CONCEPCION

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BUSTAMANTE, PRAXEDES DIOLE
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Provincial Positions

Provincial Governor
Lone District
MANDANAS, SR., MARCOS MILLARES
PLATERO, GAUDIOSO ORTILLA
RECTO, ROSA VILMA SANTOS
SANCHEZ, ARMANDO CARPIO

Provincial Vice-Governor
Lone District
ERMITA, EDWIN RAMOS
LEVISTE, JOSE ANTONIO II SERMONIA

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ROSALES, ROMAN HUERTAS
SALANGUIT, RODOLFO HERNANDO
SALAS, ARNEL LANDICHO

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ACLAN, MANUEL SEVILLANO
ATIENZA, JOEL CANTOS
DE LEON, CHRISTOPHER STRAUSS
DE LOYOLA, FLORENCIO ABACAN
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MALIJAN, ARTURO MALAPASCUA
PLATON, SIMEON MARTIN
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TOPACIO, FERDINAND SUMAGUE

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ADAYA, ABELARDO MALALUAN
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ASA, ROBERT TORRALBA
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CAISIP, FEDERICO BAUTISTA
CATIPON, LEONILO ATIENZA
MENDOZA, ARIES DIOSO
VIRTUSIO, MABELLE DIMACULANGAN

Local Positions

Agoncillo

For Mayor
HUMARANG, JULIAN PIOL
MARTINEZ, GLORIOSO RAMOS

For Vice-Mayor
ATIENZA, MARIO MARTINEZ
REYES, DANIEL DE LEOS

For Councilors
ANDAL, GERENIAS VILLANUEVA
ANGULO, JOHN LANDICHO
BALANI, GUILLERMO DE SAGUN
BALBA, MARIO PALICPIC
BROTONEL, HERMAN CATAPANG
DE SAGUN, TIMOTEO ENCARNACION
ENCARNACION, DOMINGO CABELLO
ENRIQUEZ, LEONARDA AQUINO
HERNANDEZ, CONSTANTINO DE VILLA
LANDICHO, VICTORINO MATANGUIHAN
MARCELLANA, BENITO MALABANAN
MARTINEZ, MAY LACAP
MATIENZO, RANDY MAYUGA
MENDOZA, MA ZENAIDA E MORTEL
PALICPIC, BENIGNO MEDINA
PUNZALAN, MAURICE ENCARNACION
REYES, ALBERTO DE SAGUN
VERGARA, ATANACIO VERGARA

Alitagtag

For Mayor
ANDAL, ANTHONY FRANCIS GAINZA
PALINES, FLORANTE ROSALES
REYES, BERNARDO BANAWA
SALAZAR SR., NORIEL ADAN

For Vice-Mayor
MAGUNDAYAO, EUSEBIO MARASIGAN
REYES, GUILLERMO AGITO
SANDOVAL, AMBROSIO SANDOVAL

For Councilors
ADAJAR, ROGELIO ISABELO DIPALAC
ADALIN, ROMULO CABUNGCAL
ADAN, RODEL PALENCIA
AQUINO, MARCELINO AUTOR
ARGUELLES, FLAVIANO CASTILLO
CADANO, REYNALDO CAPULOY
CARAOS, RUEL MACALINTAL
CHAVEZ, ANTONIO TUBO
DIMAANDAL, EMILIANO ESGUERRA
DIMACULANGAN, ERWIN GIRON
GUTIERREZ, DELIO BALCON
GUTIERREZ SR., CRISOSTOMO ADELANTAR
HERNANDEZ, ALEX MAGPANTAY
HERNANDEZ, SAJID MAMER ESMILLER
ILAGAN, DIONISIO LAVIÑA
ILAGAN, REMEDIOS ADAYA
MARANAN, RAYMUNDO LAGATA
MARASIGAN, DONALD PUNZALAN
MARQUEZ, EDUARDO ROM
ORDANZA, RODOLFO NATIVIDAD
PAGSUYOIN, REYNALDO VERGARA
PONGGOS, EDILBERTO GUTIERREZ
QUIJANO JR., CONRADO PANALIGAN
REYES JR, BERNARDO CASTILLO
ROSALES, EUSEBIA MARISSA HERNANDEZ

Balayan

For Mayor
FRONDA, EMMANUEL ORFANO
MAGUNDAYAO, YOLANDA AGUILAR

For Vice-Mayor
CASTELO, ROMEL II MANINGAT
MARTINEZ, GERARDO RILLO

For Councilors
ABIAD, RITA DELACRUZ
ALANO, CICERO BARAIRO
ARADA, JOEL TANGLAO
BALBOA, JAY OCAMPO
BULASAG, FRANCISCO OLARTE
CHAVEZ, EFREN RODRIGUEZ
CHUA, ALLAN MICHAEL MARTINEZ
DIAZ, RENATO DE LOS REYES
ESPIRITU, ERNESTO ORTIZ
FRONDA II , EMMANUEL SALVADOR PAMINTUAN
GAMEZ, MARLON GARDUÑO
GATPANDAN, PETER ALCARAZ
JAVIER, GUILLERMO CRUZ
KING, RICARDO DY
MACALINDONG, RODEL LACSAMANA
MAGAHIS, EUDARDO II GAMEZ
MAGYAYA, ROGELIO BAUTISTA
MARTINEZ, MARLON PEDRAZA
PAMINTUAN, DANILO STA ANA
RODRIGUEZ, MAURICIO ALVAREZ

Balete

For Mayor
HIDALGO, LEOVINO OJALES
PAMPLONA, LUDIVINA AWATIN
REYES, MARISSA GARCIA

For Vice-Mayor
GARCIA, RODOLFO MENDOZA
JAVIER, REGINA GALVE
MARALIT, WILSON VILLAPANDO

For Councilors
AGUADO, TOMASITO MACATANGAY
ATIENZA, ERLINDA LUMBERA
CAFE, DANILO BALBA
CATAPANG, JOVITO LINATOC
DACAYMAT, DANILO ABAINCIA
DE OCAMPO, JOSE RUEL ROXAS
DE OCAMPO, NESTORIO ALVEZ
DEL MUNDO, VIRGILIO ROXAS
DIOKNO, SERVILLANO NIPAY
ENCALLADO, RODANTE MARALIT
FETIZANAN, EMILY OLAN
GOB, RESURRECCION GONZAGA
HERNANDEZ, DOMINGO DIMAANO
LAS, LUDINO DIOKNO
LLANES, MICHAEL ROCAFORT
LUMBERA, PEDRO RECIO
MAALA, GABRIEL MENDOZA
MALALUAN, ROLDAN LALOMA
MARALIT, LORETO JIMENEZ
MAYA, GILBERTO MAGPANTAY
MERCADO, ADELIA CATAPANG
OCAMPO, PEDRO MAYA
OCAMPO, QUINTIN DE OCAMPO
ORZO, DIONISIO CARANDANG
PALMAS, ROGELIO MARASIGAN
PAYO, ALVIN TAPIA
RAMIREZ, CAMILO ABROGINA
RAMIREZ, ROLANDO IGLE
ROXAS, ROGER SOLOMON
TASICO, RHYAN KATIGBAK
VALENCIA, REMO DIMAANO

Batangas City

For Mayor
BERBERABE, EMILIO F JR ACOSTA
DIMACUHA, VILMA ABAYA
EBORA, CASIANO TALBAN

For Vice-Mayor
ALDOVER, GLENN MONTALBO
DIMACUHA, NESTOR ESTELEYDEZ
TOLENTINO, JOSE VIRGILIO YLAGAN

For Councilors
ABALOS, ROSALINA ANDER
AMBIDA, MA CLAUDETTE USON
ANDAL, REGINALD MAGSOMBOL
ANDAL, VEKSLER JASON GUERRA
ATIENZA, MICHAEL PEREZ
ATIENZA, SERGIE REX MONTALES
BISA, CARLITO DIMAANO
BLANCO, HAMILTON GUINHAWA
BOBILA, RODEL BOY DAPUL
BOOL, EDDIE EVANGELISTA
BRUCAL, FELIXBERTO VILLANUEVA
BUTED, DEXTER RESPICIO
CANTOS, VICTORIANO CLERIGO
CHAVEZ, RUEL JAVIER
CLAVERIA, RUEL CHAVEZ
CRUZ, RENATO DE CASTRO
DELA ROCA, GERARDO ARELLANO
FERRIOLS, ELIZALDE, JR. MACALINDONG
JAVIER, SOLOMON MONTEBON
LAZARTE, ARMANDO CHAVEZ
MACARAIG, LUISA FAYTAREN
MACARANDANG, NARCISO BESARES
MARIÑO, MARIO VITTORIO AGREGADO
PORTUGAL, ELOISA ANGELA DE LOYOLA
TIAMSIM, RYAN ANONUEVO
WONG, JAYSON MONTEMAYOR

Bauan

For Mayor
BAUTISTA, AGRIPINO DIMAYUGA
DOLOR, RYANH MAÑEBO

For Vice-Mayor
BACONG, ROMEO AGULO
CRUZAT, RONALD EVANGELISTA
MAGBOO, JUAN MAGBOO
MASANGCAY, GAUDENCIO MARANAN

For Councilors
ABRAHAN, RAULITO AGBAY
ABRAHAN, WILLIAM CASTILLO
BACAL, PRESNEDY NOCHE
BACULI, ELMAR ARENAS
BASILAN, ROMEL BRUAL
BAUTISTA, NOEL CARINGAL
BOONGALING, AMADEO MARASIGAN
CASAPAO, JULIAN CASAPAO
CASTILLO, JOSE ROSELLER HERNANDEZ
CASTILLO, NICOLAS CASAPAO
DALANGIN, YANILLE ACLAN
DE JOYA, AUGUSTINE CONTRERAS
DIMALIBOT, DODI SIMON JR. DOLOR
DIPASUPIL, ALEX MENDOZA
DOLOR, HERMINIO MAÑEBO
GIMENO, KELVIN REX DALANGIN
MAGSINO, MISAEL CARINGAL
MONILLA, JEROME ALVIN BANTUGON
RIEGO, JERLON DIMAYACYAC
VALDEZ, NEIL PAGLINAWAN

Calaca

For Mayor
HERNANDEZ, MARLON MARASIGAN
ONA, SOFRONIO JR. CALANOG

For Vice-Mayor
ATIENZA, LORDILANDO DEL MUNDO
KATIGBAK, AGNES INUMERABLE

For Councilors
ATIENZA, DIOSDADO DE LOS REYES
CASANOVA, BRIGIDO APOLONIA
CASANOVA, NEHEMIAS APOLONIA
DAJOYAG, PRIMA CASANOVA
DE JOYA, CHARLIE HERNANDEZ
ILAGAN, LURDAN MARQUEZ
LANDICHO, ROBERTO DE LOS REYES
MACALALAD, LUIS MACATANGAY
MACALINDONG, ANSELMO LOPEZ
MACATANGAY, ROLANDO CABRERA
MATULAC, NIÑO GLENN MARQUINEZ
ONTANGCO, DEOVIC MARCIAL
SALAZAR, ROBERTO ROBILLOS
SALE, ROBENSON MATALOG
TUMBAGA, IRENEO MERCADO
VALENCIA, RAMON JR TENORIO

Calatagan

For Mayor
PALACIO, RAMIRO MACALALAD
PALACIO, SOPHIA GRANDEZA

For Vice-Mayor
BAUTISTA, RUBEN CONCEPCION
COZ, JOSE JR ZAMORA
PANTOJA, LENIE CAISIP

For Councilors
ANZALDO, MICHAEL DE ASIS
AYTONA, GLENN ZAPATA
BASCO, CESARIO DE CASTRO
CAILAO, RENIE GOZANO
CAISIP, ROLANDO HERNANDEZ
CASANOVA, BERNARDINO BAUTISTA
DE LARA, FLERIDA CAUNAN
DELA CRUZ, JOHN CHRISTOPHER VILLANUEVA
ELEFANTE, IRENE GAMEZ
JAVIER, CESARIO LANGUITAN
LIGAN, FELIX MARTINEZ
MEDINA, WILLIAM ROXAS
RODRIGUEZ, FRANCISCO MANGUIAT
ROL, KIM RUEL RODRIGUEZ
SAYO, GODOFREDO INCIONG
TORRES, HARLAN JENERO DEPUSOY
UMANDAL, MAXIMO HERNANDEZ
ZAPATERO, PABLO ESGUERRA

Cuenca

For Mayor
ENDAYA, CELERINO ATIENZA
REMO, EDMUNDO HARI

For Vice-Mayor
CUEVAS, LUCINA MAGPANTAY
LA ROSA, DANILO MAGSOMBOL

For Councilors
ADIA, LAARNI HABULAN
ARADA, ISMAEL MATIBAG
BACONG, CHRISTOPHER CHAVEZ
CARAAN, ROSARIO CHARITY INCIONG
CHAVEZ, APOLONIO HARI
CUEVAS, IREN PRADO
CUEVAS, ROMULO PALMA
HARINA, FRANCISCO PRANE
HOSEÑA, LORDLITO MARQUEZ
LA ROSA, ROLANDO MAGSOMBOL
LARCIA, HENRY ARADA
MAGPANTAY, ALEXANDER MALABAG
MALABAG, FELOMINO PALINES
MATIBAG, DAKILA CATABAY
MAULEON, CORNELIO SANDOVAL
MENDOZA, ANTONIO CARINO
MERCADO, ANTONIO CORSAME
ROBLES, RHOMEL ILAO
YU, GERALDINE LORIA

Ibaan

For Mayor
HERNANDEZ, REMEGIO ALDAY
MARASIGAN, CESAR PEREA
TOREJA, JUAN VALENCIA

For Vice-Mayor
ROSAL, NORBERTO REAL
YABYABIN, SIXTO ILAGAN

For Councilors
ARELLANO, GERRY RICERO
ARELLANO, SOCRATES RICERO
BANAWA, REDENTOR DE CASTRO
BENITEZ, ANTONIO CABIO
BLANCO, ISRAEL TORRALBA
CABATAY, HENRICO VELASCO
CHUA, PAUL JOHN GUERRA
CORTEZ, DIGNA RABANO
DE CASTRO, RODEL DE CASTRO
ESMANA, ALBERTO CLAVERIA
FORTUS JR., JOSE RAMOS
GONZALES, RYAN PAUL ESPINA
GUERRA, MATEO DIMAANO
GUERRA, ROGELIO PARADELA
ILAGAN, DOMINGO BARTE
MAPUTI, VICTORIANO REUS
MARALIT, FORTUNATO RAMOS
MENDOZA, JUVY MARANAN
PANALIGAN, JULLIUS DIOMAMPO
PANGANIBAN, PEDRO REYES
PATAL, ADELAIDO COMIA
ROALLOS, LANI PASIA
SABALLA, AMADO MARALIT
SAEZ, JAIME MENDOZA
TORINO, BRILL JOHN PATEÑA
TORRANO, JUN REYES

Laurel

For Mayor
AMO, RANDY JAMES ESPINAL
PANGANIBAN, JOHN BENEDICT PETRASANTA
PARRILLA, CELSO ARISTOTLE MENDOZA

For Vice-Mayor
MACARAIG, GREGORIO PALOMENO
RODRIGUEZ, ANGELITO MENDOZA
VILLANUEVA, FLORENCIO ORLANES

For Councilors
AUSTRIA, FELIMON PALO
BALBA, MARCELO MENDOZA
BUÑO, MARCELA CABILLO
CALINISAN, JULIE ARIOLA
DALISAY, TADEO BITUIN
DALISAY, WILFREDO CANTA
DE GRANO, GREGORIA LANDICHO
DE VILLA, OLIVA CARANDANG
DEL MUNDO, ANGERICO ABUYOG
ENDAYA, VINCENT DALISAY
GARCIA, VIRGILIO AUSTRIA
GARDIOLA, EUGENIO BISCOCHO
GARDIOLA, LUCIANO DALISAY
GONZALES, FLORENCIO GENIL
GONZALES, GAVINO ENDOZO
LANDICHO, ANDREO MAALA
LANDICHO, REGINA ENDOZO
MALIGAYA, PRIMITIVO ENDOZO
MATIENZO, ANDRES AGOJO
MAYUGA, MARIVIC ARRIOLA
MERCADO, ROBERTO SOLIS
PANGANIBAN, EFREN MALIGAYA
PORNEA, JESERFINA NATANAUAN
SOLIS, DOMINADOR SERRANO
ULITIN, EDUARDO MASICAT
VERGARA, ERIBERTO DE CASTRO

Lemery

For Mayor
ALILIO, EULALIO MENDOZA
ORNALES, GERALDINE CATAPANG

For Vice-Mayor
BENDAÑA, JAYVEE CONCEPCION
SOLIS, HONORLITO BALBOA

For Councilors
ANDAL, JOSE JR CABRERA
BELLO, CHRISTOPHER J MARASIGAN
CUEVAS, NESTOR DUMAGO
DE CASTRO, RODOLDO JR. AVISO
DELA LUNA, ROMEO TIBAYAN
DELA ROSA, JUANITO LUYA
ENDOZO, NORIEL CATAPANG
HOLGADO, HERBERTO AQUINO
LEYBA, CANDIDO H JR MULINGTAPANG
MARCELLANA, DANTE CAROLINO
ORLINA, BIENVENIDO LACERNA
RAZON, RENWICK BATOCTOY
ROSALES, MA SIMONETTE GAMO
TERANIA, FLORAIDA CADAWAS
VERGARA, VINCENT UMALI
VIDAL, MELECIO ALILING
VILALE, JERRY CRUZ

Lian

For Mayor
LAGUS, CESAR MUNDO
VERGARA, OSITA PUGAY

For Vice-Mayor
DELOS REYES, JAIME CUNAMAY
LIMJOCO, ALEXANDER LEJANO
MAGBAGO, BENITO ARTEZA
PALAHANG, JAY-AR JAVIER

For Councilors
AUSTRIA, ERWIN MACALINDONG
BONUAN, EXEQUIEL LIMON
BUTIONG, LAURO ABRATIQUE
CAISIP, CARLITO CABADIN
CARAIG, BUENAVENTURA DE LUNA
CASTILLO, LOPITO MANALO
CHAVEZ, CESAR BAYLOSIS
DELOS REYES, APOLINARIO MACALINDONG
DELOS REYES, PATRICIO, JR. SAN JUAN
DELOS REYES, TOMAS MACALINDONG
ILAGAN, CICERO RAÑOLA
JONSON, LEOPOLDO AGUINALDO
LAGUS, FLORANTE JR CASTROJERES
LAPITAN JR., ROMEO MALINAY
LEJANO, ELMER MENDOZA
MAGYAYA, ROLAND HERNANDEZ
MARANAN, ELISEO LAGUERTA
MASIPAG JR., FLORENCIO MADERAZO
PELAGIO, MONICO, JR. HERNANDEZ
VERGARA, SUZZET PUGAY

Lipa City

For Mayor
GOZOS, OSCAR LUCERO
SABILI, MEYNARDO ASA

For Vice-Mayor
LOPEZ, LYDIO JR. ALTAMIRANO
PANGANIBAN, MARIO LASIN

For Councilors
AFRICA, ERIC BEN
ALBALATE, MARIO MACASADIA
ANCIANO, JONAS PUNZALAN
BATHAN, RAMIR MAGPILE
DY, PANG LIM
HERNANDEZ, MA CONCEPCION RUFINO
ILAGAN, GUILLERMO HERNANDEZ
LIBREA, VIRGILIO JR. UMALI
LINA, MIGUEL III POLICARPIO
LINATOC, DONATO OCAMPO
MACALA, ARIES DIOKNO
MACALALAD, ROBERTO SILVA
MACASAET, ISAGANI RICAFORT
MAGPARANGALAN, LARRY FABELLON
MARTIN, RIZALDE DUMAPAY
MAUHAY, DOMINADOR MAGTIBAY
MEDINA, MARIO MALALUAN
MONTEALTO, RAUL ABRENICA
PUA, JOEL DELLOSA
RECTO, EMMANUEL TOLEDO
ROCAFORT, AVIOR RECIO
SANGALANG, ROY LANDICHO
SARMIENTO, RONNEL ENRIQUEZ
SILVA, MERLO PEÑA
TAMAYO, ROBERTO CO
UMALI, RALPH PETER SHEKER
VILLANUEVA, NOEL ARCILLAS

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Galilee Place Resort and Spa in Balete, Batangas is a newly constructed recreation spot facing the vast tranquil Taal Lake and among the towns surrounding the humble Taal Volcano. This resort by the lake is the “sister resort” of Galilee Place in San Sebastian, Mataasnakahoy.

The team was fortunate to be welcomed by the owners of Galilee Place in Balete. Mr. Jay Ilagan (who also owns Galilee Place in Mataasnakahoy) and Ms. Mely Pitogo gladly shared their plans for the resort and provided such pleasant and let me say “generous” accommodation for our visit.

Galilee Place Resort and Spa is set to be the ‘Mini Boracay of the South’, with the plan of putting meters-deep of white sand on the stretch of the resort. Right now, the resort is on its first stages of construction with 20-plus cottages all lined-up along the breakwater, getting you closer to the lake. Apart from the cottages are the reception hall, the bar, and the stage, which are currently being finished for the resort’s grand opening on March 19, 2010.

When asked about the incorporation of spa services, Sir Jay explained its importance for guests who are looking for total relaxation. They wanted an all-in-one recreation spot but with the “masa” appeal. “Pang-masa ito, hindi ito sosyalan,” exclaimed Sir Jay. But having the mass appeal doesn’t mean giving less quality of service. Of course not. Galilee Palace Resort and Spa has big plans. And these big plans shall be done.

“One more thing that I like about this place is its location, We’ve got a number of entry points here. Meron tayong Daan from Sto. Tomas and Malvar, one from Lipa sa may Levi Town, the other one right there in Shakey’s area, kapag dineretso mo iyon, you’ll be led here, and dito rin sa Mataasnakahoy.” said Sir Jay.

Mr. Ilagan also mentioned that they are already accepting guests, reservations and bookings for different events. “If people want to experience the best of nature and enjoy at the same time, well, this is the right place. Mararamdaman mo ang sarap ng dampi ng hangin dito kung gusto mong mamahinga… kung gusto mo naman ng water activities, may mga jetski at banana boat na pwedeng gamitin.” Sir Jay said. For those extra adventurous folks, they may take boat rides to Taal Volcano and witness the breath-taking crater of the smallest volcano in the world.

If you wonder what’s the difference between the two Galilees, the one in Mataasnakahoy is known for holding retreat, recollection, and team-building activities, while this one in Balete is made for recreation and water activities.

Experience relaxation as you indulge in the natural beauty of Batangas. Let Galilee Place Resort and Spa revitalize your senses and strengthen your bonding with your loved ones.

Galilee Place Resort and Spa Video Highlights

WOWBatangas Team’s review:

“Galilee Balete is a fresh experience for me. I’ve seen Taal Lake from different places and perspectives, and I have to admit that the view from Balete is the best one. In the morning, you’ll look at the lake with the sun behind you, which makes for great photos even for beginners. In the afternoon, the sun will set in front of you and into the mountains, and it’s the best sunset you’ll see in Batangas. What’s in between is just as good. Swimming in the lake is a scary experience if you are used to chlorine-treated swimming pools. Lumots are everywhere, along with snails and the occasional children’s diaper. If you look past these trivialities though, you’ll also find yourself swimming with the famous tawilis in probably the most famous volcanic lake in the world. With your friends nonetheless. The food in Galilee was great (pansit, pandesal and kapeng barako for breakfast, and grilled liempo, grilled tawilis and tilapia freshly caught from the lake, ginataang tulingan, ubod ng niyog with sauce, ripe mango and cold watermelon for lunch), and these are the same food that will be prepared for guests when they open on March 19th. Overall, I’d say you should visit Galilee this summer with your barkadas for a different experience. Don’t bring anything except extra clothing, and you’re in for a “back to basic” relaxation and enjoyment.” – JR

“Relaxation is certainly at its best when you’re one with nature. My experience at Galilee Resort and Spa
gave me the best definition of the saying, “stop and smell the roses”. The magnificent view of the ‘greens’ and ‘blues’, the cool and fresh air, the vibrant sun, sumptous Pinoy food and the smiles from old fisher folks took all my stresses away.” -Gerlie

“I love going places where I could marvel on the beauty of nature. Grabe, hindi ko inakala na sa isang buong araw eh wala akong ibang gagawin kundi tumitig lang sa ganda ng view. It’s my kind of relaxation – simple lang at walang ibang gagambala sa ‘yo kundi ang sinag ng araw. Two thumbs up lalo na sa pagkain sa resort! Geez, I’m a fan of their ginisang ubod! I can’t wait until the resort is finally completed.” – Dyan

“Ayos naman, swabe s’ya. Ganda talaga ng araw kahit saan ka lumingon! Hehe. Ang lawa ay animo’y nakalatag sa ganda! sinabayan pa ng mga tilapia at tawilis na tumatalon pa halos ng inihain. naku po! grabe sa sarap. kung may paho pang ginayat ng manipis ay baka hindi na ako umuwi sa amin.. oOhyeah!” – Alva

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Taal volcano is no way to be found or to be seen in the town of Taal, Batangas. Talisay, Balete, Mataasnakahoy, Cuenca, San Nicholas are only among the towns that surround this considered to be the smallest active volcano in the world. It is about 50km from the capital, Manila. Taal (volcano) is famous for having an island in a lake on an island in a lake on an island in the Pacific Ocean.

For those people who want to experience the breath-taking beauty of Taal, there are resorts just nearby the lake situated at the shores of Talisay and Balete that offer boat rides to volcano. Complete day tour accomodations and amenities are also available on-site.

The boat ride is approximately 30 minutes away from the shore. There are some people there who collect fee from trekkers and campers. These are people who protect, preserve and maintain the cleanliness in the area and through these payments come their allowances. It is actually a 40 minutes walk from the foot to the highest part of the volcano. Campers may also opt to ride a horse as most tourist do for P500/person two way. Hiking is of course better (though tiring) because one can take good shots of the volcano’s wonderful landscape and have a good workout at the same time.

By reaching the crater, a serene dark blue lake, freshest air, red rocks and all the greens will welcome you.

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