blessing in disguise

free counters little things that come our way the least we expect them are blessings given to us for being good... we should learn to count them and be thankful for having them in our life....

Lucky 7 Beach Resort

We had our family outing in Brgy. Laiya, San Juan, Batangas last April 26 & 27 this year. It was my sister who made the reservation through her friend's sister who personally knows the resort owner of Lucky 7. That's why we were able to get a discount.
The small airconditioned house with one room (1 big bed plus extra mattress), bathroom with shower, mini-kitchen with gas stove and a small fridge, was given to us for only 3500 php instead of 5000 php. You have to pay 150 php for the parking fee. The resort is being guarded by 4 soldiers who happen to be the friends of Mr. Nelson.It was too early for us to swim because the sun is still is up that's why we decided to take a walk in the eastern part of Laiya. You can find nice and pricey resorts there like Kabayan, White Cove etcetera....
It was already low tide when we reached this part of eastern Laiya. No beach to enjoy in the afternoon neither in the morning. But this area is good for snorkeling. So if you go to San Juan and book in one of the pricey resorts i mentioned, don't forget to bring your snorkels with you.Early morning the next day, we went to the western part of Laiya. You can find cozy and extravagant resorts there too! Have you heard of Virgin Resorts? It is owned by Mr. Campos who prohibits anyone to cross his territory, from the sand to the beach.

We saw this sign posted near Aroma Resort. One guy warned us not to proceed because we will soon be stopped by other men when we get in.

Once you are already there in San Juan, don't forget to take a walk so that you can enjoy the place and your vacation.

Decided to spend your weekend in Laiya? Follow this route:


  • from Manila, take the South Luzon Expressway
  • take the Batangas, Lucena, Legaspi Exit & the head towards Sto. Tomas
  • from Sto. Tomas turn right to the Star Toll Way Entrance
  • drive all the way to Lipa City
  • take the Tambo Exit at the end
  • turn right & head for Lipa City
  • turn right to the road before the Mc Donald’s restaurant
  • traverse C. M. Recto Ave. then turn right at P. Torres St. (Mercury Drug) towards Padre Garcia
  • head straight to Rosario
  • at the Intersection turn left (Tricycle Terminal) at Gualberto Ave. to San Juan
  • in San Juan turn right (Municipal Hall) to Laiya
  • drive approximately 18 kms, resorts are on the left side of the road