BALAY INDANG NEW YEAR: A 2015 Reflection on What Matters Most

❗️Update May 2022: Balay Indang, The Red Ginger Farm and Garden We usually escape to the cool weather of Tagaytay for New Year’s Eve. For us, it’s a time to rest and spend time with the family and welcome the coming year. BALAY INDANG is more beautiful now compared to the time we first blogged … Continue reading BALAY INDANG NEW YEAR: A 2015 Reflection on What Matters Most

A MANOR at Camp John Hay Baguio Christmas! (A Photo Essay) @TheManor_CJH

MANOR at Camp John Hay is one of the best places to spend Christmas in the Philippines. You get the cold December weather, log wood cabin accommodations, actual pine Christmas trees, and a romantic restaurant, Le Chef, to complete the festive experience. Here’s a photo essay of our MANOR at Camp John Hay Baguio Christmas….

LE SPA: Secret Wine Lovers Treatment at Jardin d’Eden @SofitelManila

 Read First: LE SPA “Duo” Couples Romantic Ritual @ Sofitel LE SPA is our favorite spa for the most luxurious couples massage in Manila. We enjoyed our LE SPA “Duo” Couples Romantic Ritual in the Harmonie room last time. For a limited time, Le Spa at Sofitel introduces a unique “Vinotherapy”, using the latest in wine cosmetics from Les … Continue reading LE SPA: Secret Wine Lovers Treatment at Jardin d’Eden @SofitelManila

SPIRAL BUFFET: Our Top 10 Favorites in SPIRAL Sunday Brunch, the BEST Buffet in Town! @SpiralManila @SofitelManila

SPIRAL is the gold standard for the most extensive and interactive gourmet dining buffet in Manila. A year after it was launched, it continues to be hailed by foodies as Manila’s BEST buffet.  Here are our Top 10 Favorites in SPIRAL – the BEST buffet in town… SOFITEL Staycation Series 2014 SOFITEL: Ultimate Foodie Staycation … Continue reading SPIRAL BUFFET: Our Top 10 Favorites in SPIRAL Sunday Brunch, the BEST Buffet in Town! @SpiralManila @SofitelManila

LE BAR: Romantic French Dinner with Wine Pairing @SofitelManila

LE BAR is the lobby bar of Sofitel Hotel, which is a bistro, music lounge, and Galette – Patisserie and Chocolaterie in one. It’s the best place to eat in Sofitel as an alternative to Spiral, where you can enjoy food and pair it with an extensive list of French and European wines.  Check out the … Continue reading LE BAR: Romantic French Dinner with Wine Pairing @SofitelManila

BIG FAMILY TRAVEL: Tips in Planning your Next Awesome Family Adventure!

Our boys are growing up so fast, so each adventure we have with them is precious. Usually, one adventure fuels creative ideas for the next awesome adventure. It gets very addicting. When you have kids that are more than 2 years old already, you have to be creative in managing your budget for the trip … Continue reading BIG FAMILY TRAVEL: Tips in Planning your Next Awesome Family Adventure!

SOFITEL Overnight & SPIRAL’s Champagne Breakfast!

Read First: Planning Your Awesome Sofitel Escape SOFITEL is one of the best “staycation” escapes for Manileños because of its awesome sunset experience; Spiral – the best buffet in Manila, and Le Spa — a favorite massage experience for couples. We have blogged about this a number of times through the years, and it continues to … Continue reading SOFITEL Overnight & SPIRAL’s Champagne Breakfast!

LE SPA “Duo” Couples Romantic Ritual @ Sofitel

Read this First: A Suite Romance Anniversary LE SPA “Duo” Couples Romantic Ritual is one of the most romantic couples massage experiences and best- kept secrets in Manila. I had second thoughts of sharing this secret but I believe this would be an awesome experience for happily married couples in Manila. Here are some tips to plan your … Continue reading LE SPA “Duo” Couples Romantic Ritual @ Sofitel

Our Favorite Philippine Vacation Photos!

1. Diaz 360 Diaz Family Portrait in Bluewater Panglao, Bohol, Philippines We love to travel and we love to collect souvenir family photos during our trips. One of our best family travel photos is a 360 photo in the family suite of Bluewater Panglao resort. The 360 was created by Milo Timbol of 360philippines.com 🙂  Here are our favorite Philippine … Continue reading Our Favorite Philippine Vacation Photos!

The Misibis Bay Experience: How much and How to get there? (3 of 3)

Misibis Bay Resort is one hour away from the Legazpi airport by land. You can also get there via a fast craft from Embarcadero in Legazpi City. OAP | The Misibis Bay Experience Series 1. The Misibis Bay Experience: What to do? 2.The Misibis Bay Experience: What to eat? 3.The Misibis Bay Experience: How much … Continue reading The Misibis Bay Experience: How much and How to get there? (3 of 3)