The Christmas rush is upon us and people are scrambling to attend parties and dinners, all while attempting to finish their holiday shopping in time. All this frenzy makes one long for a respite where you can laze around and stare at the clear blue skies.
Splendido Hotel
A quick getaway with family and friends indeed offers the perfect end to the mad rush of the season. In nearby Tagaytay City lies a private enclave which offers a breathtaking view.
Overlooking the majestic view of the Taal Lake along the Tagaytay Ridge, and surrounded by the enthralling beauty of nature, the Splendido Hotel offers guests a much needed respite. Whether you choose to relax by practicing the art of doing nothing, or by indulging in activities, Splendido Hotel has it for you.
Splendido Hotel features an outdoor pool and a spa center, while its rooms offer guests a sun terrace and views of the mountain. A wide array of activities are also offered in the area, including hiking. The hotel also has cars for hire, perfect for those who would want to go to the Picnic Grove, which is 16 km from Splendido Hotel, or the Taal Volcano, also 16 km away.
So, after unwrapping presents on Christmas Day, you and your family can indulge in a myriad of activities. For instance, a round of golf is always a good idea for the boys, while the country clubhouse is well-equipped to give your loved ones some quality downtime.
Arterra Hotel and Resort
The Queen City of the South is just an hour-long flight from Manila. And if you haven’t had enough of lechon, then Cebu is the ideal place for you and your family.
Arterra Hotel and Resort offers a quiet retreat from the noise of the vibrant Cebu City. It is perched on the edge of Punta Engaño, a famed diving destination in Mactan Island, thus granting you some stunning views of the ocean and the coastline. It is likewise located on the same strip where one can find the most popular five-star hotels in the Cebu province. Indeed, Sta. Lucia Land’s Arterra offers a slice of heaven on earth.
Of course, no resort experience would be complete without the wide-array of world-class amenities which adhere to international standards. Here at Arterra Hotel and Resort, guests can truly enjoy a hassle-free vacation.
Apart from the usual amenities of any resort, hotel guests can also enjoy the exclusive country club life with Arterra’s membership-only North Point Peninsula and Resort Club.
Stradella Hotel
But if you really can’t say no to the lure of Metro Manila, you can choose staycation instead. And one option will be the Stradella Hotel at the Cainta-Pasig corridor, its location is perfect for those wanting to enjoy a sojourn in the eastern side of the metro.
The second of the six mid-rise verticals at the East Bel-Air Residences, Stradella Hotel gives a twist to holiday getaways with its elegant suites designed with an all American contemporary-inspired units, meant to suit the needs of a modern lifestyle.
Designed to cater to the young, hip professional, the first four floors are composed of condotel units while the fifth and sixth floors is home to premium residential units which give its residents a spectacular view of the city lights and calming gardens.
As an added bonus, Stradella Hotel has resort-like amenities which include a swimming pool, play area for the kids, basketball court and a clubhouse.