It was difficult for me to choose which beach to hit while on a short trip to the Philippines: there are so many. However, I needed to be within easy reach of Batangas, so I chose the island of Mindoro, and chose  to stay in Sebang rather than Puerto Galera.

Puerto Galera is within easy reach of Sebang, a short ride away in a Jeepney. Perhaps one of the first things I notice about beaches in the Philippines is how empty of people they are compared to beaches in Europe. White Beach is aptly named, with white sand and crystal blue sea. There is little wind and hardly any noise.

The edge of the beach is lined with small bars and the occasional stall, I sat down at one of the bars and ordered a drink, really just to be able to grab a table in the shade. It’s not long though before I can no longer resist the lure of the sea and head down towards the water, quickly as the sand is very hot.

The water is a little colder than I expected, but very refreshing. It’s hard to get out, but I know that I must, otherwise I will get sunburned. Although I take precautions against sunburn, it is usually in vain, and I know that before the end of the day, I will be lobster red!