I had a client call at Laguna earlier and I can already feel the heat of summer already especially everytime the sign “Private Pool” was flashed on us. On the official website of the local government of Laguna, I’ve found some useful information for the soon-to-be chlorinated citizens and tourists alike.

The said site come up with a list of resorts accredited by the Department of Tourism and by the local government units in Laguna. However, the list coming from DOT that is posted on the said website is outdated by almost 5 years. On the other list provided, only a few resorts have contact numbers listed on them. Still, the best way to enjoy swimming there is to rent a house with a private pool.

However, you should do that one month ahead before the actual day since this is the peak season and you should expect that everyone wants to have a taste of chlorine. If staying in a swimming pool bores you, try shooting the rapids at Pagsanjan Falls or try other activities like the ones listed here.

If ever you find yourself on the road to Sta. Cruz, Laguna; somewhere in Calauan (Brgy. Masiit) just off the road (turn right on a not very noticeable dirt road with a dilapidated sign) a few blocks after Samaral Restaurant is a nice hideaway.

Located in the middle of rice fields and animal farm is Lucidel Fishing Resort and Restaurant. Quiet and breezy, cool water and nice swimming pools (they have several separate ones: 6, 5, 4 ft deep respectively + 1 knee-deep kiddie pool).

I can’t say much about the food though, we just went their swimming. But I guess they are serving the classic pinoy food, inihaw and stuff.

For those interested. The swimming entrance fee is P50 for adults, P40 pesos for kids and a P500 if you want to avail of one kubo for the day. Not bad eh?

I got the following contact details courtesy of WOW Philippines:

Resort : LUCIDEL FISHING RESORT & RESTAURANT
Address : BRGY. MASIIT CALAUAN, LAGUNA
Tel. No. : (+63-49)5680132/5680039
Fax. No. : (+63-49)5680132

Manager : MS. LUCINA VILLEGAS