#BoldEscape at Hann Resorts, The First Fully Integrated Resort Up North Day 3

The north is rapidly evolving, with the Clark Freeport Zone emerging as the premier destination. Leading the way with its impressive expansion and development is Hann Resorts, the first fully integrated resort in Central Luzon. It's Day 3 and the last day of a memorable #BoldEscape, and Hann Resorts still has so much to offer and discover...

As more upscale developments rise in Clark, relevant differentiation becomes all the more crucial in setting a brand apart from the rest. For Hann Resorts, being the first fully integrated resort in Central Luzon isn't enough. To cut through the competitive clutter, one has to be bigger and better, different and special with a continuous program in providing the very best customer experience. In three memorable days, I lived the integrated resort experience with Hann Resorts' elevated and luxurious take on gaming, dining, wellness, five-star hotel stays and shopping in a scale far above the competition. You'll need more than just an overnight stay at Hann Resorts to fully appreciate the integrated resort concept. In this third and last post from my #BoldEscape in Clark, it all comes together in a seamlessly woven and tight-knit experience from the pioneering and leading brand in gaming and hospitality (for more on Hann Resorts, see my previous posts for Days 1 and 2 at #BoldEscape at Hann Resorts, The First Fully Integrated Resort Up North Day 1 and #BoldEscape at Hann Resorts, The First Fully Integrated Resort Up North Day 2). 

#BoldEscape at Hann Resorts, The First Fully Integrated Resort Up North Day 2

The second day of a #BoldEscape at Hann Resorts brings a full itinerary for the fully integrated resort experience. Dining, gaming, wellness and maybe a bit of shopping and rockin' all in one place? Let's get started...

Day 2 at Hann Resorts reveals even more layers in the casino, hotel, restaurants, wellness and shopping lifestyle from the first fully integrated resort in Central Luzon with a wide variety of activities scheduled to showcase the immersive one-stop integrated resort concept. After a memorable first day (more on Day 1 of my #BoldEscape at Hann Resorts on my previous post here at #BoldEscape at Hann Resorts, The First Fully Integrated Resort Up North Day 1), you're ready for another round of exciting discoveries, new flavors and experiences at the luxurious premier destination up north of Manila. Ready to play bold, live bold? Then, read on...

#BoldEscape at Hann Resorts, The First Fully Integrated Resort Up North Day 1

Its massive size and scale with multiple layers of gaming, dining, wellness, retail and leisure all seamlessly linked in an elegant weave makes it a premier destination in itself for an immersive and memorable fully integrated resort experience. In an emerging lifestyle sector where going big means everything, one luxurious property up north cuts through the competitive clutter with its unique proposition. And when you need a well deserved break from the hectic urban pace, one name immediately comes to mind... 

Three days of memorable and luxurious experiences in one massive property, it's an insightful peek at the exciting developments north of the metro. Hann Resorts, the first high-end fully integrated resort in Central Luzon where the casino, hotel, restaurants, wellness and shopping experience is intricately threaded in one luxurious destination is at the very top of anyone's list seeking the ultimate escape just a few hours from Manila. But not just any escape. It's time to go all in and play bold, live bold. Ready for your #BoldEscape at Hann Resorts? Then, roll the dice for a sure bet and read on for the first of three posts...

Let's Do Lunch. And Breakfast Too. At The Lobby Café in B Hotel Quezon City

A memorable culinary experience awaits at what could very well be Quezon City's best kept secret...

From sumptuous international cuisine to hearty and comforting local dishes, the kitchen of Lobby Café at B Hotel Quezon City showcases a world of flavors with a new menu created by Executive Chef Vincent Odejar. The seasoned veteran with stints in prestigious properties brings his wealth of experience to B Hotel Quezon City for a lavish and memorable dining experience this side of the metro adding to the diverse culinary tapestry of Quezon City's dining scene. Come inside the Lobby Café for a satisfying lunch or dinner. And breakfast too. And do come hungry...

Holiday Inn & Suites Makati Celebrates A Decade of Joy with Special Deals and Offers

Ten years of service and hospitality, milestones and celebrations, memorable moments and dining experiences in a continuing tradition of excellence. One of the metro's five-star deluxe hotels celebrates a decade of joy with special deals, packages and offers for an unforgettable escape right at the heart of the Makati commercial and business district. And no, you don't pass on limited time deals like these...

Holiday Inn & Suites Makati, a part of the IHG Hotels & Resorts, turns ten this month launching a series of tempting offers to celebrate a decade of joy from dining to value-packed staycation packages starting April. Ready to celebrate milestone moments at Holiday Inn & Suites Makati? Then, read on and book your getaway...

Here for Always: A Picture-Perfect Getaway at Taal Vista Hotel

Elegant and timeless, a much needed break from the hectic city with a leisurely stay at one of the country's iconic destinations takes you back on a nostalgic journey rekindling fond memories of countless childhood summers. And no matter how many times you've stayed at the enduring institution, the sights and cool vibe never fails to impress just like your first time. Welcome back to Taal Vista Hotel... 

Built along the ridge for picturesque views of the famed lake back in 1939, Taal Vista Hotel remains a landmark in the country's long list of destinations ready to welcome a new generation of travelers, families and weekend warriors. And after 83 years of its long and storied history, the panoramic views from the ridge still captivates the eyes, mind and spirit for a sensory experience that recharges and reinvigorates the body to this day. And if you're thinking of heading out of the city for a quick break, be sure to grab the promo code detailed on the blog for a cool 15% Discount off the best available rate applicable for weekday stays (Sunday to Friday). Now that's one deal you just can't pass up. Read on and revisit a nostalgic destination down south with a fresh new perspective at Taal Vista Hotel... 

Flavors of Swissotel Clark: A World of Asian Flavors at Spice Street Eats

The vibrant energy and fast-paced rhythm of the busy streets of Asia are recreated with the equally bold and distinct flavors of Asian street food at Swissotel Clark, adding yet another layer to your memorable experience at the newest dining and entertainment destination in the emerging Clark Freeport Zone...

The fourth in a series of blog posts on the luxurious hotel property up north, here's one more to add to your must-try list. Swissotel Clark draws inspiration from the diverse flavors of Asian street food at Spice Street Eats with its wide array of delectable offerings from dim sum, stir-fried noodles, rice toppings, broth-based noodles and even Peking Duck plus local and Asian beer. With ten dining outlets at Swissotel Clark offering a variety of cuisines including authentic Italian, Korean, Filipino, all-day dining and a dessert bar, you'll never run out of choices and options during your stay at Clark Freeport Zone's newest and most prestigious hotel property.

Flavors of Swissotel Clark: Meet Me at The Atrium for Refreshing G&Ts

 After a long yet leisurely drive, a soothing handcrafted artisan G&T awaits at The Atrium...

The Atrium at Swissotel Clark is a lavish feast for the senses, surrounded by lush greens becoming your own personal oasis in the center of the bustling and emerging Clark Freeport Zone. The newest dining and entertainment destination in Central Luzon, Swissotel Clark brings its signature #SwissHospitality and #SwissTastes with a variety of dining options to suit any craving with authentic Italian cuisine at Ristorante di Verona (see more on my earlier post, Flavors of Swissotel Clark: Infusing Fun to Italian Fine Dining at Ristorante di Verona, the Tenth and Latest Dining Outlet in Swissotel Clark), all-day dining at MARKT and Oma's Dessert Bar (more on my post, Flavors of Swissotel Clark: Market Dat at MARKT), comforting Asian dishes at Spice Street Eats (see my post, Flavors of Swissotel Clark: A World of Asian Flavors at Spice Street Eats) and Swiss Tropic Pool Bar (check out my post, Flavors of Swissotel Clark: Chillin' at Swiss Tropic Pool Bar). 

The impressive space at the lobby level is draped in natural light from the skylights above, leaving a lingering glow on the warm earth and wood tones of the elegant space. The third in a series of blog posts, here's one more outlet not to be missed at the newest luxury hotel property up north. The Atrium at Swissotel Clark has something for everyone, it's also the perfect setting for a round of refreshing G&Ts...

Flavors of Swissotel Clark: Market Day at MARKT

Now with ten dining outlets, it will take more than a day to experience all the restaurants at the newest and luxurious hotel property up north. Spend the night and discover some tasty finds. Here's the second of five posts on the flavors of Swissotel Clark...

After the exclusive preview of Ristorante di Verona, the tenth and newest dining outlet in Swissotel Clark (see more on my previous post, Flavors of Swissotel Clark: Infusing Fun to Italian Fine Dining at Ristorante di Verona, the Tenth and Latest Dining Outlet in Swissotel Clark), it was time to discover and experience the other amenities and dining options of the luxurious hotel property in the Clark Freeport Zone. Read on for a virtual tour and taste of Swissotel Clark...

#ChristmasforAlways: A Christmas Holiday Weekend Staycation at Tagaytay's Iconic Taal Vista Hotel

Up high on the ridge overlooking the lake, the holiday season begins with the lighting of a festive Christmas tree shining bright in the cool December breeze. One of the country's enduring institutions down south in scenic Tagaytay celebrates 80 years of memorable moments made even more special with the coming holidays...

Taal Vista Hotel celebrates a corporate and historic milestone as it marks 80 years of tradition and hospitality up high on the iconic ridge overlooking the picturesque lake. The nostalgic past and heritage of Taal Vista Hotel keeps in step with the times as it celebrates its 80th anniversary. It is, as it was before, here, for always... 

A Very Raffles Weekend...

There are just a handful of prestigious hotel properties in the world that exude a richness and depth of history, old world colonial elegance and charm...

...one of them is Raffles. The very name takes you back to the golden age of travel when Hemingway sought solace with his favorite cocktail at the Long Bar after a long voyage and Maugham indulged in afternoon tea for a taste of home in the tropics. Here in Manila, that same signature style that made Raffles synonymous with an elegance from a bygone era is recreated at Raffles Makati.

#PenMoments: A Weekend at The Peninsula Manila

History, art and elegance come together for a memorable weekend of  #PenMoments at The Peninsula Manila...

Since 1976, The Peninsula Manila continues to weave memorable and magical moments, that distinct and signature #PenMoments, to the metro's evolving landscape. The Makati skyline may have changed over the last forty years, but the historic landmark remains as elegant and grand as ever, timeless in its classic lines and enduring charm. And for one weekend, I get to immerse myself with its captivating and alluring spell...  

Coming Home: A Weekend at Hotel Benilde Maison De La Salle

Fratres Scholarium Christianarum. Brothers of the Christian Schools. Words that have been ingrained in my memory for years since childhood, bringing back memories of the once imposing figure of Bro. Francis Cody and his ruler. Good times. And for one weekend, I get to re-experience it all over again at Hotel Benilde Maison De La Salle...

From the institution that molded my formative years, a weekend stay at Hotel Benilde Maison De La Salle almost felt like coming home. And in many ways, it was a homecoming of sorts. Just a short walk away from my old university, returning to this part of Manila just brought back many fond memories. And one weekend at Hotel Benilde Maison De La Salle promised even more...

A Cook's Tour With No Reservations To Parts Unknown: Chef Decker Gokioco's Chef's Table Tribute To Anthony Bourdain at U Hotels

Culinary icon. Rebel. Master storyteller. Modern day poet. Words you don't normally use to describe one of the most influential culinary icons in recent decades, but Anthony Bourdain wasn't your usual TV personality. Gone too soon, Anthony Bourdain's legacy lives on in countless lives within and beyond the culinary world inspired by his deep, insightful, and sometimes painfully honest narrative from his many travels around the world. In one special evening, he is remembered and honored at U Hotels...  

Chef Decker Gokioco, culinary consultant for U Hotels, recently hosted a Chef's Table tribute to Anthony Bourdain with a lavish feast of inspired dishes celebrating the life of probably this generation's most influential culinary and travel TV host. Casual yet intimate with free-flowing ice-cold bottles of beer, it was a fitting tribute to the man who opened the world with his stories, sharing the uniqueness of the locale yet realizing it's the simple joys that bind us together whether its the Cacio e Pepe in Rome or simply not dunking your nigiri in soy sauce in Tokyo. For Anthony Bourdain, food was always only a part of a much bigger picture... 

Meet Me For Lunch at U Hotels...

U Hotels spreads a new canvas in a tapestry of colorful layers with new flavorful offerings...meet me for lunch at U Hotels.

Poblacion's first art hotel now offers a hearty and sumptuous Lunch Menu drawing inspiration from cherished family recipes. From sandwiches and burgers to savory and comforting mains and deserts, U Hotels adds to the vibrant culinary scene of the eclectic neighborhood. Read on for a peek of U Hotels' new menu...

Exceptional Service and Personal Touches at Discovery Suites

When thoughtful personal touches add unforgettable layers to your hotel experience, you just know it's special. After all, it's the little things that go a long, long way for a lasting and memorable impression in any hotel stay. 

At Discovery Suites, exceptional service and heart-warming little touches weave a colorful tapestry of experiences for a truly extraordinary stay in one of the premier hotels within the Ortigas commercial and business district. From elegant accommodations to sumptuous meals, Discovery Suites transformed my overnight experience into something truly special. Read on and find out more about my stay at Discovery Suites...

What's For Dinner? Timeless Flavors for Dinner at F1 Hotel Manila's 6th LuzViMinda Filipino Food Festival

Authentic, local and real flavors made with the freshest regional ingredients. This year's edition of F1 Hotel Manila's much-awaited LuzViminda 6: Timeless Flavors Filipino Food Festival takes you on a culinary journey around the country's rich and diverse culinary heritage, all in one place.

From June 8 to 30, 2018, F1 Hotel Manila offers vibrant and authentic regional flavors with LuzViMinda 6: Timeless Flavors, a flavorful culinary journey of Filipino cuisine in tune with the country's Independence Day celebrations. Following the success of the past five Filipino Food Festivals at F1 Hotel Manila, this year's edition takes you deeper into the heart of our culinary heritage with a curated spread of dishes. After a sumptuous lunch at F1 Hotel Manila's signature F All-Day Dining Restaurant (for more on the epic lunch earlier that day, see my previous post Timeless Flavors at F1 Hotel Manila's 6th Edition of the LuzViMinda Filipino Food Festival), it was time for dinner at the hotel's Silver Function Room to sample the next cycle of local dishes from the long-running LuzViMinda 6: Timeless Flavors Filipino Food Festival. Read on and feast your eyes on timeless Filipino flavors...

Be Inspired At U Hotels Makati, The First Art Hotel in Poblacion.

It takes more than a single visit or even a full day to feel that unique bohemian vibe of Makati's Poblacion. A night out gives you a sneak peek at the neighborhood's vibrant character, but spending a night immerses you in its captivating charm. And you can experience all that in Poblacion's very first art hotel...  

U Hotels Makati, Poblacion's very first art hotel, combines both culture and comfort for a novel staycation experience right at the heart of the neighborhood's bustling street scene. Showcasing original art works from local artists in each suite and floor, U Hotels Makati adds yet another colorful layer to the Poblacion experience...

Rediscovering the Weekend Vibe at Discovery Primea

Sometimes, you just need to stay in for the entire weekend to fully recharge for the coming week ahead...

One memorable weekend at Discovery Primea is more than enough to rediscover the perfect staycation experience for that ultimate urban escape. Staying in, and enjoying every minute of it...at Discovery Primea.

Enjoying the Outdoors: A Glamping Weekend Staycation at F1 Hotel Manila

It's a staycation with a refreshing new spin that's perfect for summer...

F1 Hotel Manila weaves a cool and bohemian tropical vibe at the Canary Lounge from March until May, 2018 with a unique outdoor experience to complete your urban getaway this summer. Modern luxury and the cool outdoors come together every weekend with F1 Hotel Manila's cool take on "glamping" with great food, cocktails and entertainment under the stars...