Have you ever heard of this beach, or have you been here? Sand and Stars is one of the happiest beaches I’ve ever visited. It’s a bit far, but it’s worth the long drive/trip as soon as you arrive there. Don’t forget to write this on your travel list! Let me share some ideas and our experiences in this quick weekend escapade. If you are ready, just keep scrolling and enjoy reading this blog! :)

It feels like a reverie, tranquil, well-being, peaceful, and heavenly dream. The sun gleams on sparkling, and the solemn harmonies of the wind breeze upon harmonies fill calmness in my ears. The serenity that fills my heart. The sky is, as always, beautiful and brings you silence full of joy you can’t resist. Traveling is an immense adventure whenever, wherever. I am always with my friends who are also fond of traveling, and it’s fulfilling for me ’cause, for one of every first time, you are with them. Those endless laughter, countless stories, and exciting adventures are great attainments full of gladness and pleasure.

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This is our first time to have this long trip; it’s tiring yet exciting! Before we went there, we arranged everything to avoid difficulty during our travel. We tried to reserved in advance our bus ticket to Baler, there are available slots for JOY bus but we opt to travel by late evening around 11:00PM so that we will arrive Aurora early. Unfortunately, GENESIS BUS doesn’t accept advance reservations; they are made on a first-come, first-serve basis. We went to Cubao after work, tried our luck, and YES, we got our bus reservation upon arrival at the bus station. We got our 11:00PM reservation on the standard bus. GENESIS bus is much cheaper than the JOY BUS. As I remember, there was only one bus stop, we arrived in Baler bus station at around 04:30AM the following day. It’s a 5 hours and 30 minutes drive.

Upon arrival at Genesis Bus Station, you just need to walk for 3-5min to reach Baler Bus Station, just beside the Baler Market. Kindly note that the first trip from Baler to Casiguran is 06:30AM; if you missed the bus, you must wait for Van. There’s also a tricycle and Van offering a trip directly to Sand and Stars, but expect it’s more expensive!

We left Baler at 06:30AM and asked the bus driver to drop us off at Sand and Stars. We arrived around 08:35AM. It’s really a long and tiring trip, but again, it’s worth the wait! Good thing ’cause Sand and Stars are just along the highway, and there’s a huge signboard, so the bus driver will definitely never miss this out!

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Finally! Alas! After a long drive and wait, we finally arrived! Sand and Stars is such a wonderful place for me! It is situated at the far end of Dinadiawan Beach. I was really in awe and really amazed! I’ve been to many beaches before, but this was my first time experiencing glamping with a beautiful view of the beach.

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WHERE TO BOOK YOUR BUS TICKETS?

For hassle-free reservations, I highly recommend booking your tickets in advance! Especially for Joy Bus, as they get easily fully booked. I suggest purchasing your bus tickets online and selecting your seats as well! Enjoy fast and easy booking through
Iwantseats Online bus booking and Pinoy Travel Online bus booking.

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HOW AND WHERE TO BOOK
YOUR ACCOMMODATION AT SAND AND STARS?

You can only book your room or preferred tent through AYOHA BOOKING ONLINE. Note that you must book your accommodation in advance as they have limited room/tent availability. Reservations can be held for up to 72 hours only, and payment can be made through BPI. Hurry and book your rooms now!

ROOMS AND TENT ACCOMMODATION

Sand and Stars offers either a room or a tent during your stay. We love both ’cause most of them are beachfront! Please see the rooms and tent details below for your perusal.

Check-in time – 01:00PM
Check-out time – 11:00AM

1. Matrimonial Air Conditioned and Fan Room (Non-Beach & Beach Front)

Price per night: PHP2,600.00 Air-conditioned room (may vary)
: PHP2,100.00 Fan room(may vary)

Room Description:
– Good for a max of 4 occupants only
– Private bathroom
– Hot and cold shower
– Air-conditioned or fan room
– With Electricity Usage

2. Double Deck Air Conditioned and Fan Room (Non-Beach & Beach Front)

Price per night: PHP2,600.00 Air-conditioned room (may vary)
: PHP2,100.00 Fan room (may vary)

Room Description:
– Good for a max of 6 occupants only
– Private bathroom
– Hot and cold shower
– Air-conditioned or fan room
– With Electricity Usage

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3. Tent Vega

Price per night: PHP1,800.00 (may vary)

Room Description:
– Good for a max of 4 occupants only
– Welcome Drinks
– Breakfast
– 2 single beds
– With Electricity Usage

4. Tent Mars

Price per night: PHP1,800.00 (may vary)

Room Description:
– Good for a max of 4 occupants only
– Welcome Drinks
– Breakfast
– 2 single beds
– With Electricity Usage

5. Tent Sirius

Price per night: PHP1,800.00 (may vary)

Room Description:
– Good for 4 occupants only
– Welcome Drinks
– Breakfast
– 2 single beds
– With Electricity Usage

6. Tent Rigel

Price per night: PHP1,800.00 (may vary)

Room Description:
– Good for a max of 4 occupants only
– Welcome Drinks
– Breakfast
– 2 single beds
– With Electricity Usage

7. Tent Beta

Price per night: PHP1,800.00 (may vary)

Room Description:
– Good for a max of 4 occupants only
– Welcome Drinks
– Breakfast
– 2 single beds
– With Electricity Usage

8. Tent Supernova

Price per night: PHP3,000.00 (may vary)

Room Description:
– Good for a max of 8 occupants only
– Welcome Drinks
– Breakfast
– 4 single beds
– With Electricity Usage

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Extra Mattress (For cottages only) – PHP 150.00
• Extra Camper’s Mat (For cottages only) – PHP 50.00
• Grill Rental – PHP50.00
• Gasul Rental – PHP 200.00

In the case of VOLUNTARY CANCELLATION, deposits are not refundable 3 days before the check-in date. Cancellations 4 to 6 days before the check-in date are refundable and subject to a 50% refund, while 7 days or more before the check-in date will be charged an administrative fee of PHP300.00. Refunds will be sent via bank deposit. The refund process will take 5 working days (Monday to Friday).
NOTE: Cancellation Procedures and all other information related to your booking will be sent to your email address.

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HOW TO GO TO SAND AND STARS

VIA COMMUTE -CUBAO TO BALER AURORA

GENESIS BUS leaves every 1 or hours – PHP488.00 10:00PM Standard aircon
First trip at 10:00PM and the last trip 07:00AM

JOY BUS – PHP650.00 11:00PM Semi Deluxe
– PHP730.00 12:01AM Deluxe
– PHP650.00 01:00AM Semi Deluxe
– PHP730.00 02:00AM Deluxe
– PHP650.00 05:30AM Semi Deluxe

BALER TO SAND AND STARS

(Be mindful to remind the conductor or driver to drop you off at Sand and Stars)
Via Bus – Baler to Casiguran – PHP85.00 06:30AM only
Via Van – Baler to Casiguran – PHP200.00 09:00AM
Via Tricycle – Baler to Casiguran – PHP700.00 Anytime

VIA PRIVATE CAR

If you are already from Baler, you may take the Baler- Casiguran road and continue towards Dipaculao and vice versa. There’s only one main road so you won’t lose your way. The road is well-paved, wide, and very scenic. The expected travel time will be around 1 hour.

SAND AND STARS TO BALER

Once you arrive in Sand and Stars, if you are a commuter, don’t forget to ask the receptionist (Ate Merly) to include you in the van leaving the next day for Baler. Notify or prepare in advance to check out and have a good seat. Note that there’s only one Van per day from Sand and Stars to Baler.

Sand and Stars to Baler – PHP200.00 10:30AM – 11:00AM only Van

BALER TO CUBAO
Joy Bus – PHP730.00 04:30AM Deluxe
– PHP650.00 11:00AM Semi Deluxe
– PHP730.00 01:00PM Deluxe
– PHP650.00 02:00PM Semi Deluxe
– PHP730.00 03:30PM Deluxe

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For immediate concerns/questions, kindly contact 0933-852-7648 / 0933-852-7638 on mobile, and (02) 332-8075 or (02) 421-1425 on landline.
Terminal: 704 Edsa Cor. New York St., Cubao, Quezon City
Destination Terminal: Baler Central Terminal, Brgy. Pingit, Baler, Aurora

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HELPFUL TIPS

• Globe users may experience slower data speeds.
• Smart is much more reliable and has faster data within this area.
• Bring extra flashlights, power banks, and rechargeable mini fans.
• Bring snacks and water during your travel.
• If you have more free time, visit Discalarin Cove or ask at the reception for nearby tours, such as Falls.

Manila to Sand And Stars via Baler

TRANSPORTATION

• If you opt to arrive in Baler early in the morning and catch the ordinary bus going to Casiguran at 06:30AM, be at the Genesis bus station as early as possible, as the Genesis bus is on a first-come, first-served basis. If you leave Cubao at 10:00PM or 11:00PM, you’ll reach Baler at around 03:30AM or 04:30AM.
• Go to Genesis Bus – standard regular aircon w/o CR for a cheaper bus rate.
• If you are not in a hurry, can leave anytime, and want more comfy seats, go to Joy Bus. Book your seats in advance through either Iwantseats or Pinoy Travel online, as their seats get fully booked easily.
• Don’t forget to bring food and water for a long trip.
• Remember to remind the conductor or driver to drop you off at Sand and Stars. It is just along the highway. You’ll see a huge signboard, so do never miss that out!

FOODS

• If you are a commuter, I suggest buying food to cook when you arrive at Sand and Stars. Dinadiawan Public Market is just 3-5 minutes away from the resort.
• If you arrived in Sand Stars early, based on our experience, we went to their Public Market to buy food to cook for our lunch and dinner. It is just 5 minutes tricycle.
• Tricycle from the S and S is available going to Public Market for only PHP15.00 head. (Depends on the number of persons)
• The resort may have fresh seafood available; be sure to ask before heading to the market.
• If your booked tent/room doesn’t include breakfast, don’t worry; it’s available at their cafeteria. (Breakfast like Silogs starts from PHP100.00)
• Beer, canned juice, wines, and soft drinks are available at the resort
• No corkage fee
• You can cook your own food at PHP200.00 for casual rental and PHP50.00 for grill rental.
• You may just leave one ID to borrow kitchen utensils.
• Food Delivery – Kuya Jo Restaurant is located at the market (P50 delivery fee may vary). Contact number 09126726921

Sand and Stars back to Cubao via Baler

TRANSPORTATION

• As mentioned, when you arrive at Sand and Stars, remember to tell the receptionist (Ate Merly) that you will take the Van service from the beach to Baler.
• Prepare for early checkout, as the van from the resort will leave around 10:30AM – 11:00AM.
• Note that there’s only 1 van per day that goes to Baler. (May vary)
• Don’t forget to buy your tickets from Baler to Manila. Buy your tickets as early as possible. You may purchase your ticket in advance at Iwantseats or Pinoy Travel
• Failure to have your tickets in advance from Baler to Cubao will not guarantee that you can buy your seats at the bus station, especially during weekends. Better to be ready than sorry. :)

FOODS

• Don’t forget to bring snacks or water
• If you arrived Baler at around 12:00PM or 12:30PM, Carenderias are available around the bus station.
• I highly recommend “Yummy’s”, it is just 1-2 minutes walk from Joy Bus station
• Mineral water and light snack is available in JOY bus

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THINGS TO DO IN SAND AND STARS

• Sing-a-long with your friends, Videoke is available at the resort
• Beach Volleyball (You just need to leave 1 valid ID for volleyball rental)
• Board games and others like Monopoly, Scrabble, Jenga, Chess, Uno Cards, Checkers and Pictionary (You just need to leave 1 valid ID for rental)
• Guitars are also available (You just need to leave 1 valid ID for rental)
• Also there’s Banana boat and Jet ski but you may ask directly at the Reception or the Cafeteria for assistance or reservation
• Bonfire and Beach bumming

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SAND AND STARS
Address: Baler-Casiguran Rd, Dinadiawan, Dipaculao
OPEN from 06:00AM to 10:00PM
Phone: 0917 586 6412

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All information may change without prior notice. Visit their official website for the latest updates!

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