When in Manila and would like to treat your loved ones to an unforgettable gastronomic experience, I highly recommend you check out the Sunday Brunch Buffet at Marriot Cafe!   Let me tell you a little secret of mine…. In all my years of being a food blogger, this is my 1st ever time to feature a buffet. Why? Because basically, I’m not a fan of buffets! Believe me, I had soooo many [...]

  When in Manila, balikbayans usually stay in 1 of 2 places when they come home for vacation. They either stay with family or at an expensive hotel with higher standards for international travelers.   Staying with family is a disaster due to lack of privacy and lack of mobility. Yes it’s free but you end up spending more money because of the constant built in entourage that comes with it. International hotels on the [...]

    When in Manila and afflicted with a deep sense of wanderlust, the Apulit Island Resort in Palawan is the perfect place to cure your ailment!  I realized that it would be a shame for us Filipinos not to  enjoy and witness the paradise that lies in our very shores that is why we’ve decided to feature and suggest more local travel destinations which I’m sure you won’t wanna miss in this precious lifetime! [...]

When in Manila and looking to eat eat eat, the Marriot Hotel at the Newport City ought to do a splendid job in filling up your tummies with rich eats and healthy treats.    I’m not ashamed to say that I love food. Hence the reason why I go around the metro looking for the best places that offer the best eats. The Marriott Hotel has only been operating for a few years so their [...]

  When in Manila and wishing to explore it’s many quirks and charms, then let the Manila Hotel be your first stop in your quest for rediscovery through their Manila Revisited room packages.     The Manila Hotel has long been known for it’s grand elegance and sophistication.   For years, she has housed dignitaries, royalties and even well-known celebrities.  And this 2012 sees the Grand Dame, as she is fondly called, celebrating her 100th year of service. [...]

    When in Manila and looking to do something unique for the upcoming Valentines day, you might want to book a photo shoot with the ladies of The Boudoir Dolls.   The holidays are over but the boudoir dolls are gearing up for another busy Valentines day. While a lot are probably thinking of gifts for their better halves, the dolls would like to think that it’s also a day when we can celebrate [...]

  When in Manila, you can celebrate Chinese New Year with a grand feast in a grand hotel. Usher in the year of the Water Dragon this 2012 by celebrating it at the Diamond Hotel Manila.     Celebrate the Year of the Dragon at the Diamond Hotel     From January 20 to 23, you can spend the night at Diamond Hotel’s superior room inclusive of buffet breakfast for two at Corniche for only Php [...]

    I was just in Bohol a couple of months ago with my family and thought that I had seen it all and had checked off all the sites and attractions. Bohol was that perfect beach getaway for my family—wholesome, fun, activity-filled and at night, just as it was in the day, quiet and tranquil. This time, I went with my two girl friends and best writing partners, Nikka Sarthou and Nina Terol-Zialcita. Though we’re [...]

  When in Manila and would like to detach yourself from the stresses of city life or looking for a romantic weekend getaway with your significant other without doing serious damage on your pocket? Let us recommend a place where you can once again re-connect with nature and find that piece of peace which you deserve!   Brace yourself as we take you to the historical island of  CORREGIDOR!!     another journey awaits!     [...]

  When in Manila, you’ll definitely never run out of interesting places to unwind for the Philippine archipelago  possesses  countless natural treasures waiting to be discovered! As for this occasion, it was more of a re-discovery for us!   This week, let us take you on a visual tour for you to witness the spectacular sites and experiences during our trip to Pangasinan!   Last Nov 21 – 22, When In Manila got invited on [...]

    When In Manila and you’re looking for that ULTIMATE island getaway, I mean the really luxurious, exotic, away-from-it-all type of island getaway, then Palawan is one of your best bets!   I recently got a chance to visit the El Nido Resort in Palawan and I am completely speechless!     Palawan is widely known as one of the most beautiful places in the country and what’s even more impressive is their stance [...]

    When in Manila, you don’t have to just stay in Manila: Why not have a taste of the famous City of Lights in your own backyard?  The French Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines-Le Club invites interested francophiles to experience a night of la vie Parisienne at Soirée Beaujolais 2011.   An annual event held by the French Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines, Soirée Beaujolais features a region or a cultural aspect of France for guests to [...]

  When In Manila, and looking for one of the most luxurious and elegant hotels, then Sofitel Manila Hotel is the place to go! We’re glad to announce that Sofitel Manila Hotel is Re-opening!     Sofitel Manila Resumes Hotel Operations Today   Manila, October 10, 2011 – In line with the announcement of Sofitel Manila’s General Manager Goran Aleks last October 3 in a press conference held at Sofitel Philippine Plaza’s grand lobby, the [...]

    When In Manila, get yourself ready for Four Long and Amazing Nights of Bavarian Food, Beer and Music by German Club Manila at Sofitel Philippine Plaza:  OKTOBERFEST – 20 to 23 Oct 2011.              At the Sofitel, unlimited San Miguel Beer and Bavarian food buffet will be served to the tunes of traditional Bavarian music from Oct 20th 6.30 pm when the first beer cask will be tapped in Manila— in line [...]

  When In Manila, the world has a finer things to offer with Impressions : affordable fine dining at Maxims – the only 6-star hotel in Manila located at the most happening place right now : Resorts World.         On the 3rd floor of Maxims tower, the appealing design & warm colors make you want to take a peek and see what’s so inviting about the place.         Is [...]

Get into the True Spirit of Mid-Autumn Festival at Manila Hotel     When In Manila, the Mid-Autumn Festival or Mooncake Festival is one of the most celebrated events in the Chinese calendar. During the harvest season, when the moon is at its fullest and roundest, family and friends gather to dance, feast, and moon gaze. At the center of the Chinese festivities are the colorful and tasty moon cakes – special kind of sweet [...]

  When in Manila, you can fly to the nearest ASEAN country for just 2.5hours. Well, Vietnam has long overcome the Chuck Norris scene-it’s transformed into one of the world’s favorite tourist destination. In Ho Chi Minh City (formerly known as Saigon) you can actually do these things in less than 24 hours (“,). So When In Vietnam, here are the Five things you need to do!     1. When In Saigon, ride on [...]

As you may have read in my previous post, I got to visit Puerto Princesa via Airphil Express. We saw the Undergrond River, some of the beautiful islands and visited several key places in the city. This was all possible with the new Puerto Princesa Adventour Packages from Airphil Express. So When In Manila and looking for a relaxing vacation, I recommend you book a tour package to enjoy the magnificent city of Puerto Princesa [...]

A Weekend Getaway to Puerto Princesa, Palawan with Airphil Express! by JC Ansis     When In Manila and feel like going on a vacation, book a flight and fly to Puerto Princesa, Palawan. Last weekend, I was invited by Airphil Express for a weekend getaway with other bloggers to visit the beautiful city of Puerto Princesa in Palawan. We left Manila on Friday, after being skeptical whether or not the flight would push through [...]

When In Manila make sure to check out and visit Marriott Hotel Manila. Located just across to the NAIA Centennial Terminal and beside Newport Mall and Resorts World Casino, Marriott Manila is probably one of the best hotels around which boast itself with excellent interiors, amenities, location, services, and so much more. This is probably the main reason why they were hailed as the Hotel of the Year. Name it, they have it. Just recently, Marriott Manila launched Thai [...]