Our Taal Vista Staycation

What joy it was when I had a staycation in Taal Vista Hotel with someone special. After picking up Sue at the airport, we went straight to Coastal bus terminal where we got a ride going to Tagaytay.

A Walk Within the Streets of Binondo

Located across the Pasig River from Intramuros, Binondo has typified a small Chinese town, and is referred to as the local "China Town". The district is the centre of commerce and trade for all types of businesses run by Filipino-Chinese merchants.

Exploring Mt. Daraitan

xploring new places is what I like the most.. Those places not so much visited, nature well-preserved, great view, calm environment.

Bucket List: Mt. Pulags Sea of Clouds

It took me quite a while to be able to said 'YES' to the several invites given by scouting colleagues in high school. And finally, I did it! I was able to climb and reach the summit of the highest mountain in Luzon - MT. PULAG.

Conquering Mt. Pico de Loro

Considered the highest mountain of the province of Cavite, Mt. Pico De Loro (also known as Mt. Palay-Palay) is so called because of a unique rock formation near its summit. Pico De Loro, in Spanish, means Parrot’s Beak.

Tuesday, September 24, 2013

#MakatiStaycation at Holiday Inn

It was a dream come true for me to be able to have that chance to stay in one of the iconic hotels in Makati - HOLIDAY INN.

I made my reservations few days after the #MakatiStaycation press launch. Ms. Teri of Holiday Inn was very accommodating in making sure everything's set by the time I check-in.


I was welcomed by the hotel's general manager ... That is my! Flattering.. Though I'm not used to it. Bit nerve-wracking!

Going back, our room was located at the 11th floor; and I so love the ambiance.. Explored the room; and what amazed me were the multimedia ports that are not actually located at the back or side of the flat screen TV. Cool!




First thing I did was jump in my bed and watch cable.. Talk about relaxation.. I am enjoying it!

While waiting for my sister to arrive from work, one of the staff brought something to my room. Fruits courtesy of the hotel. Still snuggled in my bed, more TV and internet; Wi-Fi connection is really good.

By the time my sister arrived, we called for some food delivery. Afterwards, slept like babies til 6:30-ish..

Good morning sunshine! That what greeted us by the window the next day.. We first have a dip in the hotel's swimming pool located at the roof deck. Their gym is also located in the same level.

Pool by the roof deck..

Then we let ourselves be famished with the hotel's sumptuous breakfast at Flavors.. Yum! Yum!


Food was definitely great. That was heaven for me! 

We were already packing up when the hotel representative called me and said that we can extend our stay a bit more. Cool!


My sister had a short workout at the gym. Afterwards, we said our appreciation from the hotel staff for the wonderful stay. More photos here..

Hope to experience this again. ^_^