Between Morong Star in Morong, Bataan, and Puerto Marina in Pangasinan, the former was finally chosen by the majority for this year’s company outing of Finance and Admin Departments. The resort’s wide array of activities especially the Banana Boat was the reason behind its winning. And we’re so excited for that ride!
Since we are a big group, we took a promo package to cut the cost. This includes two air-conditioned dorm-style rooms, one for the girls and the other is for the boys, five meals (2 snacks, dinner, breakfast, and lunch), free access to swimming pool and beach, free use of videoke and with fun activities like biking, kayaking, zipline, banana bus, and banana boat.
strolling around while waiting for our snack and for the others to arrive
After a four-hour travel time coming from Makati, we arrived in Morong Star around 4:30 pm. We momentarily took rest in our room and by 5:00 pm we went to the canteen and ate our snack. Later we went for a refreshing walk along the shoreline. Morong Star had a long and wide stretch of gray but fine sand. Seafloor had no rocks. There was a gentle cool breeze that made it so delightful wading on the water as evening approaches.
it was so wonderful to walk in the sand accompanied by a cool breeze
An imminent downpour is about to happen so we went to the videoke bar and sang out loud while others went into biking. The rain came after dinner. I did not join any activities anymore. I went to bed and slept early.
during our breakfast
Morning Walk
I woke up by 5:30 am. With my SLR, I went to the beach to catch the sunrise. But to my dismay, it was a downcast morning. I joined some of our boys in their morning walk along the shore. We went back after an hour for our breakfast and later changed to swimwear. We gathered to the assembly area for the most anticipated activity we are longing to do in Morong Star, it’s the ride in the Banana Boat! Yahoo!!!
this big but very tame dog had walked with us along the shoreline
The Activities:
The Banana Bus ride
It was so exciting and so much fun as we frolicked to the water riding the 14-seater Banana Bus ride. We were sailed fast by a speed boat and so we laughed and shouted with all our hearts out! The only drawback was the unstoppable splashing of water in my eyes. It’s best to wear goggles to prevent eye irritation.
and here comes the most anticipated part of our outing
The Banana Boat ride
The 10-seater Banana Boat was more exciting because it will drop the riders into the water. The dropping point was almost near the base. If only I knew exactly where it was, I should have tried this activity. Anyway, I had my second ride on the Banana Bus. There are no disturbing splashes now in my eyes because I wore my goggle. Haha!
I should have been here
Zipline
For me, riding the zipline above the sea was more exciting and with less fear than passing creeks or caverns with rocks and trees.
Kayaking
One of the activities in the resort that will whisk off stress is riding a kayak. The rider sits forward in a canoe-like boat using a short pole with a board blade and will paddle gracefully above the water.
Swimming Pool
One of the best activities in a company outing is to swim! We immersed our bodies into the pool to be refreshed and rejuvenated.
Island Hopping
Island hopping is not included in the promo package. But since many favored exploring nearby islands we contacted boatmen to enjoy this activity. It took us almost one hour before we reach our first destination. We first set foot in the cave which was located in Bagac. We roamed around and swim. There were few small fish under the water and lots of big oval and oblong stones.
The boys started jumping off from the cliff. I haven’t tried this yet so I was so eager to give it a try. I swam to the cliff amidst a strong current. When I stood at the edge and looked down at the water my knees started to quiver. Could I surpass my fear of heights?
it’s Niel who started the cliff jumping…
I took a deep breath, placed my two hands above my breasts, and jumped bravely! Plak! I did sky diving and fell swiftly to the water. According to the boys, it was a wrong and dangerous jump. But thankfully, I survived my first cliff jump. I conquered my fear and tried this extreme activity with all my might.
Our second island hopping was in Punong Pandil. The island had a fine texture of creamy-white sand. It was so lovely and a very nice backdrop for a decent pictorial with nature. We did not snorkel anymore, we just walked around with lots of picture taking to our heart’s content.
the charm and beauty of Punong Pandil
better try next time guys haha!
We ate our lunch and later we packed up.
Adventure Park
The Adventure Park is designed for kids. It has a little Kubo with a slide, a rope for a climb, and a mini-zoo. But it was under renovation. The water below the mini-hanging bridge was murky.
inside the Adventure Park
That ends our 2016 company outing. We left the resort by 4:00 pm bringing our snack. If you are accustomed to beautiful beaches, this resort may not be of your choice. But for me, I find ways to enjoy my stay once I set foot in one place.
What made me happy in Morong Star was my morning walk with the boys, my first cliff jump, my first Banana Bus ride, and our happy conversations inside our exotic van.
Morong Star is perfect to spend the holidays, company outings, team building, or a family getaway.
Activities:
Location: Sitio Panibatuhan, Morong, Bataan
Contact Numbers: SUN: (0923) 735-6284 / (0922) 896-5490/SMART: (0939) 923-3084 / (0947) 933-2005 / GLOBE: (0906) 287-4687
Email Address
msbrh777@gmail.com
morongstarbeachresortandhotel@gmail.com
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can i have a rates for teambuilding for 20pax
Hello maria loudette c lachica,
Kindly see po sa post ko ung contact numbers ng resort. Thanks for visiting my site.