It is riddled with corruption, poverty, and hellish traffic but there’s a lot to like about warm-hearted and sunny Manila — the capital city of the Philippines.
Here are some of the things to do when you find yourself in town:
1. Check in at The Corporate Inn Hotel Manila along Kalaw. This accommodation in Manila offers top-notch service and very reasonable rates. Our rooms and suites come with air-conditioning, LED TV, Wi-Fi access, as well as a hot & cold shower. In addition, the Manila accommodation also has a business centre, massage service, car rental, and ample parking space. Rates start at PHP 1,788 or $35/ night.
2. Visit Fort Santiago. The former headquarters of the Spanish colonial administration and served as a prison during the American and Japanese occupation.
3. Check out the Spolarium at the National Museum of the Philippines
4. Grab some lunch at Binondo. Try the dumplings at Dong Bei, the signature fried chicken at Sincerity Cafe & Restaurant, the famous hopia at Eng Bee Tin Bakery, and the deep-fried asado and bola-bola at Shanghai Fried Siopao.
5. Sip Cuban rum, smoke hand rolled cigars, and dance to pulsating salsa beats at Cafe Havana at 1903 M. Adriatico Street. You also have the option of enjoying cold beers and cocktails at Fred’s Revolucion in Escolta.
6. Experience traditional Filipino favorite at Ilustrado on General Luna Street. For Spanish cuisine like the paella negra and those tasty tapas from Casa Armas at Nakpil Street.
7. Say a little prayer or just admire the century-old architecture of San Agustin Church and the Manila Cathedral.
8. Feast on fresh seafood at overlooking Manila Bay at Seafood Wharf on South Boulevard.
9. Go on an adventure at Manila Ocean Park.
10. Take a stroll through Rizal Park and check out the monument, ornamental gardens, and open-air chess pavilion.
Wednesday, February 22, 2017
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
CocoLoco Named ‘Best Beach Resort in Boracay’, Wins Business Excellence Award & More
CocoLoco Beach Resort Boracay was recently awarded the Golden Globe Annual Award for Business Excellence 2017 and was also named ‘Best Beach Resort in Boracay’ in the recently concluded Aklan Awards. Check out the full details below:
Our accommodation in Boracay is also the recipient of the Philippine Top Choice Awards for Excellence & Outstanding Achiever 2017. CocoLoco was also given the distinction of being the Top Choice for Eco-Friendly Beach Resort and Restaurant in Aklan.
One of Cocoloco’s newest innovation is its new and improved website that now offers direct bookings. Guests can now easily browse rooms, check prices, and reserve nights straight from their smartphone or computer. All transactions and personal information are guaranteed safe and secure. The website and booking engine are powered by DirectWithHotels.
Another big news this year is the additional 14 rooms that will be added to Cocoloco’s roster of accommodations. This means more people can enjoy the hotel’s array of exciting activities, such as mountain hiking, cold spring trips, river excursion, paddle boards, kayaks activities, and spa and massage.
We’re also offering a special promo called “Best Rates online + Free Airport Transfer”. Just book a minimum of 2 nights stay 3 days before your arrival and you get the best rates direct from our website plus a one-way transfer, all-inclusive environmental and terminal fees, daily breakfast, beachfront access, and swimming pool access at Tonglen Resort, all-day happy hour, free Wi-Fi at the front office and restaurant and a lot more. The complete details can be seen here: www.cocolocoboracay.com/promo
About the hotel
This charming beachfront property offers everything a traveler could ever ask for — peaceful and well-appointed accommodations with sea and forest views, facilities for fun and relaxation, plus reliable services to ensure constant convenience throughout.
To top it all off, the resort also offers visitors the chance to enjoy a worry- and stress-free vacation courtesy of Boracay Island’s world famous sunshine, sands, saltwater, and sunsets. Tourists can also take part in various thrilling beach activities, exciting water sports, and amazing island hopping trips. Also, D’Mall Boracay is about 1.6 km from the resort.
Cocoloco Boracay is just an 8-minute drive from Cagban Port and less than 30 minutes from Caticlan Jetty. If coming from Kalibo International Airport, Caticlan Jetty is approximately a 2-hour drive away.
But don’t just take our word for it, check out these guest reviews/testimonials:
For more information on Cocoloco Boracay Beach Resort, interested parties can check out its website at www.cocolocoboracay.com or follow the updates on its social media accounts like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Google+, and YouTube.
Our accommodation in Boracay is also the recipient of the Philippine Top Choice Awards for Excellence & Outstanding Achiever 2017. CocoLoco was also given the distinction of being the Top Choice for Eco-Friendly Beach Resort and Restaurant in Aklan.
One of Cocoloco’s newest innovation is its new and improved website that now offers direct bookings. Guests can now easily browse rooms, check prices, and reserve nights straight from their smartphone or computer. All transactions and personal information are guaranteed safe and secure. The website and booking engine are powered by DirectWithHotels.
Another big news this year is the additional 14 rooms that will be added to Cocoloco’s roster of accommodations. This means more people can enjoy the hotel’s array of exciting activities, such as mountain hiking, cold spring trips, river excursion, paddle boards, kayaks activities, and spa and massage.
We’re also offering a special promo called “Best Rates online + Free Airport Transfer”. Just book a minimum of 2 nights stay 3 days before your arrival and you get the best rates direct from our website plus a one-way transfer, all-inclusive environmental and terminal fees, daily breakfast, beachfront access, and swimming pool access at Tonglen Resort, all-day happy hour, free Wi-Fi at the front office and restaurant and a lot more. The complete details can be seen here: www.cocolocoboracay.com/promo
About the hotel
This charming beachfront property offers everything a traveler could ever ask for — peaceful and well-appointed accommodations with sea and forest views, facilities for fun and relaxation, plus reliable services to ensure constant convenience throughout.
To top it all off, the resort also offers visitors the chance to enjoy a worry- and stress-free vacation courtesy of Boracay Island’s world famous sunshine, sands, saltwater, and sunsets. Tourists can also take part in various thrilling beach activities, exciting water sports, and amazing island hopping trips. Also, D’Mall Boracay is about 1.6 km from the resort.
Cocoloco Boracay is just an 8-minute drive from Cagban Port and less than 30 minutes from Caticlan Jetty. If coming from Kalibo International Airport, Caticlan Jetty is approximately a 2-hour drive away.
But don’t just take our word for it, check out these guest reviews/testimonials:
For more information on Cocoloco Boracay Beach Resort, interested parties can check out its website at www.cocolocoboracay.com or follow the updates on its social media accounts like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Google+, and YouTube.
Wednesday, February 1, 2017
The Best Landmarks to Check Out in Da Nang, Vietnam
The port city of Da Nang in one of the most beautiful places in Central Vietnam. This coastal area is filled with sights and sounds that travelers will surely enjoy. Get a hotel in Da Nang and check out 7 notable and modern attractions that you and your friends can visit during your stay.
Cham Sculpture Museum - Learn about Cham culture and architecture while enjoying art work from ages ago at this museum. The building first opened in 1919 but two new galleries were added in the 1920s and 1930s, respectively. Today, there are over a thousan relics and art work reflecting the life and times of Champa people from past to present.
Myson Sanctuary - A large complex of religious monuments originally consisting of more than 70 structures; the vestiges of 25 of which remain today. The builders of Myson were the nobility of the Champa Kingdom who derived their cultural and spiritual influences almost exclusively from India.
Son Tra Peninsula - A scenic escape from the rapidly growing urban area of Da Nang city. The area was gained worldwide exposure in the summer of 2010 with the completion of Son Tra Quan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy, which looks similar to the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil). Strike a pose and get those likes from your friends on social media.
Linh Ung Pagoda - Believe it or not, there are 3 pagodas with the same name in Vietnam. Good thing each one is far from the other. The one in Bana Hills has a giant statue of Shakyamuni, the founder of Buddhism. The Lin Ung in Son Tra Peninsula has the Goddess of Mercy, while the final one in Non Nuoc features a 30-meter Buddha Tower with 200 statues and stone pictures.
Ba Na Hills Cable Car - the world's longest cable car. It measures more than 5 km long. The cable connects Ba Na Mountain with the summit of Vong Nguyet. It holds the record for the largest gondola station, plus serves a museum about the history of the locale.
Bana Fantasy Park - Satisfies the entertainment demands of all ages, featuring amusing games for children to X-games for adults. This international-standard theme park also provides three main food courts serving Western and Asian food alongside souvenir shops offering various various gift and merchandise to choose from.
Rong Cao Bridge - A 666-meter-long (2,185 feet) dragon-shaped bridge that breathes fire and spouts plumes of water. Stay at an accommodation in Danang like Grand Tourane Hotel so you'd be just a few minutes drive from this famous landmark.
Cham Sculpture Museum - Learn about Cham culture and architecture while enjoying art work from ages ago at this museum. The building first opened in 1919 but two new galleries were added in the 1920s and 1930s, respectively. Today, there are over a thousan relics and art work reflecting the life and times of Champa people from past to present.
Myson Sanctuary - A large complex of religious monuments originally consisting of more than 70 structures; the vestiges of 25 of which remain today. The builders of Myson were the nobility of the Champa Kingdom who derived their cultural and spiritual influences almost exclusively from India.
Son Tra Peninsula - A scenic escape from the rapidly growing urban area of Da Nang city. The area was gained worldwide exposure in the summer of 2010 with the completion of Son Tra Quan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy, which looks similar to the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil). Strike a pose and get those likes from your friends on social media.
Linh Ung Pagoda - Believe it or not, there are 3 pagodas with the same name in Vietnam. Good thing each one is far from the other. The one in Bana Hills has a giant statue of Shakyamuni, the founder of Buddhism. The Lin Ung in Son Tra Peninsula has the Goddess of Mercy, while the final one in Non Nuoc features a 30-meter Buddha Tower with 200 statues and stone pictures.
Ba Na Hills Cable Car - the world's longest cable car. It measures more than 5 km long. The cable connects Ba Na Mountain with the summit of Vong Nguyet. It holds the record for the largest gondola station, plus serves a museum about the history of the locale.
Bana Fantasy Park - Satisfies the entertainment demands of all ages, featuring amusing games for children to X-games for adults. This international-standard theme park also provides three main food courts serving Western and Asian food alongside souvenir shops offering various various gift and merchandise to choose from.
Rong Cao Bridge - A 666-meter-long (2,185 feet) dragon-shaped bridge that breathes fire and spouts plumes of water. Stay at an accommodation in Danang like Grand Tourane Hotel so you'd be just a few minutes drive from this famous landmark.
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