Soft Luxe Travels: Batangas - Journey to Taal

 

There’s something magical about mornings that begin with a journey. Last Saturday, we set off at 7:45 AM, leaving the bustle of the city behind and heading toward the serene embrace of Batangas. With every kilometer traveled, the landscape slowly shifted — highways giving way to rolling greens, quiet towns, and that familiar promise of fresh air and wide-open skies.

This wasn’t just another weekend escape. It was the start of a soft luxe adventure: simple comforts, intentional moments, and the quiet joy of discovering beauty along the way. Our destination? The timeless charm of Taal, where history, culture, and gentle elegance converge.

✨ Today’s Look Breakdown ✨

Lips: Laneige Lip Mask Cotton Candy, Minimalist Glossy Lipstick 08, BYS Hot Choc Anastasia Caramel 

Cheeks: Minimalist Cream Blush 07

Eyes: BYS Pink Lemonade Palette - Tea Time, Meadow, Sheen, Angelic. MAC Pearl Twinks, White Frost.  BYS Eyeliner

I was supposed to publish the review of the BYS Pink Lemonade Palette, but I had to write about our Batangas journey first while it's still fresh in my mind. 

What's in my Hello Kitty Tote Bag

I brought my Hello Kitty tote bag because it's big and roomy, perfect for shopping. 

Here's what's inside:

Choco-hazel croissants and crackers

My son and I only ate one piece of hotdog each as it was too early for us to eat a full meal. I brought the croissants for breakfast on the road, but I didn't have an appetite and ate some Haitai cheese crackers instead. My son mostly slept through the journey. 

I also brought two jute bags and our cooler as my sister said we're going market shopping. 

Snapshots from the Road

Mom said the mountains looked like they're snow-capped and took a few photos

There was some road construction going on

We saw this lot full of BYD cars and trucks. We were amazed at the number of parked cars!

Saw this Jollibee restaurant that blends modern and old Spanish architecture 

Finally, we reached Taal. Like Vigan, Taal is also a heritage town. A lot of old Spanish architecture can be seen here. We arrived there before 11 am. 

Stay tuned for Part 2: Palengke (market) shopping 

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