Words by Fe Esperanza Trampe
There’s a reason Venice Grand Canal is the most romantic mall there is. From the way the sun hits its facade, to the twinkling lights at night, you can’t help but fall in love. This summer, there’s no need to go far to fill your days with romance. Just head on over to Venice Grand Canal at McKinley Hill in Taguig City instead.
It’s the only place around where you can fill a summer’s worth of romance in a day. Grab your sweetheart by the hand, and take them on a date you’ll never forget.
6. Lock your love at the Ponte de Amore Bridge
Whether you’re making it official or renewing your love for one another, you have to drop by the Ponte de Amore Bridge and lock your love along its railings.
It has become a trend to fill bridges with love all over the world, and this is where you can do it in the Philippines.
Personalize your locks the way you want it. Etch a small drawing or two, add your initials, or even write a short message. Make your mark for the world to see just how in love you are.
5. Go on a Gondola Ride
Cruise down the canals of Venice with your loved one by your side. No matter how hot it gets, there’s nothing more romantic than holding each other as you’re taken on quite a journey.
Open your eyes as you’re taken over, sideways, and under. It’s even better than a magic carpet ride.
4. Feast on everything sweet
If the beauty of Venice hasn’t gotten you dizzy yet, the array of places to eat surely will. Why not drink a fruit shake to beat the heat? Feast on different kinds of sweets at Cafe del Mar. Take a bite out of a mango crepe or a chocolate cake, and do it with quite a view right beside you.
Try out the Empire Bar right outside the cafe. It sits on its own island in the middle of the canal. Watch gondolas circle around you, or the sun move from east to west, as you feast on nothing less than good food and great company.
3. Meet and greet some new friends
You’ll meet only the most colorful characters at  Venice Grand Canal. Don’t forget to stop and say hi when you come across the local mimes. They pop up every weekend afternoon, and live to make you smile.
2. Have an ULTRA Cinema Experience
Saying that catching a film at Venice Grand Canal is an ultra cinema experience is no understatement. You can book your tickets online at blockbusterseats.com, and claim them with ease once you get there. Sit back and relax as the latest film comes alive before you. The ULTRA Cinema has the comfiest seats around. You’ll feel like you’re in heaven.
Your tickets come with a complimentary set of popcorn and drinks brought to you by your very own butler. Fill yourself to the brim as the snacks keep on coming. You won’t go hungry all throughout.
 1. End the night with an Italian concerto
Once the clock strikes six on weekends, opera singers will come on stage to serenade the entire mall with their voices. Stop, listen, and let their songs take you away. Lean against the railings and watch out for what may be the soundtrack of your time together. It’s the perfect way to end the night.
We dare you to try and sleep without a smile on your face after such a perfect date. A whole new world is right around the corner, and it’s waiting for you to discover it.
