Thursday, March 2, 2017

Agos Boracay Rooms + Beds Gets 2017 Guests’ Choice Nods From TripAdvisor, Booking.Com

Agos Boracay Rooms + Beds for the 3rd consecutive year, made it both to Tripadvisor’s Top 20 B&Bs/Inns in the Philippines and won the prestigious Travelers’ Choice Award. This elite honor is given to less than 1% of properties in the world. Furthermore, it also bagged its 3rd consecutive Booking.com Guest Review Awards. This award recognizes the best properties that offered great guest experiences.

In the 15th year of the awards, TripAdvisor has highlighted the world’s top properties based on the millions of reviews and opinions collected in a single year from travelers around the globe. The hallmarks of Travelers’ Choice winners are remarkable service, value and quality.

In addition, Agos Boracay Rooms + Beds also got Booking.com’s Guest Review Awards for the 3rd year in a row.

Agos Boracay Rooms + Beds offers the practicality of an apartment hotel and the familiar ambience of a guesthouse. Enjoy privacy and exclusivity as it only houses 27 rooms that can accommodate solo travelers up to a family of 6 people and can be rented on a daily, weekly and monthly basis. In addition, island activities, spa services and airport transfers may be arranged. The most amazing highlight is the panoramic view of world famous White beach & kite surfing beach, Bulabog, at the sundeck.

This guesthouse is 100% Filipino family-operated so expect authentic Pinoy care and hospitality anytime, every time. Centrally located at the heart of Station 2, it is just a 5-minute walk to White Beach, in between the famous seafood market D’Talipapa & D’Mall, and various restaurants, bars and establishments.

For more information, visit
www.agosboracay.com. As an added treat, guests who will book via the website will receive free breakfast for 2 persons.
Agos Boracay Rooms + Beds is located along the Main Road Station 2, Brgy Balabag, Boracay Island, Malay, Aklan, 5608, Philippines

Phone Number/s: (036) 288-2663.

Wednesday, February 22, 2017

10 Must-Do Things When in Manila, Philippines

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 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.

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.

Tuesday, January 17, 2017

Makati Palace Hotel Adds Online Direct-Booking Engine for Convenient Reservations

Makati, PHILIPPINES – Makati Palace Hotel in Makati City, Philippines has fully upgraded its website to provide travelers with an easier way of reserving rooms online. Aside from the quick and easy-to-follow booking engine that provides instant confirmation, the website features a mobile-adaptive interface that allows travelers to book rooms from their tablet or any smart mobile device.

By visiting the website at http://www.makatipalacehotel.com.ph/ and clicking the “Check availability and prices” button, guests can easily view accommodation details and book their preferred room. Reserving direct on the website gives all such advantages:

  • Real-time information – The rooms available on the booking engine are displayed in real time. The rates provided are also inclusive of taxes and charges already. Further, a currency selector using the latest exchange rates is available for the reference of guests.
  • User-friendly interface – The system is designed to make the process simpler and quicker for visitors. The details and buttons are vividly designed for maximum efficiency. For a faster date selection, use the virtual calendar that is integrated in the platform.
  • Access to the best hotel deals in Makati City – Get the best deals and special offers by viewing all the running promotions on the website. Discounts, added perks, and high value treats are also available on this direct booking channel. Currently, all guests who book on the website can check-in as early as 10 am, subject to room availability.
  • Secure transactions – All transactions are secured by Trustwave and DigiCert.
  • No prepayment required – Complete the reservation process and get instant confirmation. Grab the Best Available Rates and pay the fees upon check-in at the hotel. In addition, cancellation and modifications are free-of-charge within a given period.
Makati Palace Hotel is a premium city accommodation where business and leisure trips become more pleasurable. Here, they can count on the following premium features:
  • Chic guestrooms are designed with soothing earth tones, calming lights, and carpeted floors. The accommodations come in various configurations, from 30 sqm to 130 sqm of floor space. All rooms have Internet connection, a cable TV, mini-bar, and private toilet with hot and cold shower.
  • Two coffee shops and a KTV bar. Caesar’s Coffee Shop offers fine dining featuring an international cuisine and is open from 6 am to 11 pm, while Deli Fresh Pastries and Gourmet Coffee serves various kinds of freshly baked breads, pastries, and cakes, with gourmet coffee. The Club NYX KTV Bar is open from 6 pm to 3 am.
  • Business and leisure facilities, such as a function room, business center, spa, swimming pool, and parking.
  • A central location that is only a 30-minute drive from the airport and only a few minutes’ walk from malls, entertainment centers, business offices, and transport terminals.
To know more about this Makati accommodation, interested parties may log on http://www.makatipalacehotel.com.ph/.

Makati Palace Hotel
5011 P. Burgos corner Caceres Street
Makati City, Metro Manila 1200
Philippines

Phone Number: (632) 899 – 0344

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Wednesday, December 21, 2016

Microtel by Wyndham at UP Technohub Launches Website With Direct Booking System

Quezon City, Philippines — Affording travelers with greater convenience, Microtel by Wyndham - UP Technohub launches a website that features a fast and safe direct-booking engine. With this new online system, guests enjoy instant confirmation.

The new reservation system from this Quezon City accommodation presents the following benefits:

Fast and Easy-to-Follow Booking Process
Travelers can now say goodbye to securing a reservation over countless emails. By simply visiting Microtel by Wyndham - UP Technohub's website, they will enjoy quick access to booking information in just one click. Guests only have to log on www.microtel-uptechnohub.com, and press the “Check availability and prices” button. They will then be directed to the hotel's direct-booking engine, where details about room amenities, booking policies, as well as promos and packages are provided.

Reliable Online Security
Powered by DirectWithHotels, this booking engine is secured by 3 of the most trusted security providers on the web — DigiCert, Trustwave, and AsiaPay.

Instant Confirmation, Guaranteed
Guests who book directly on the website get instant confirmation for their selected accommodation after settling the required prepayment that amounts to 10% of the total room cost. Once the system has successfully processed the transaction, they will then receive an email for their reference. The balance is payable at the hotel.

This remarkable array of urban comforts makes Microtel by Wyndham - UP Technohub one of the most sought-after accommodations in Quezon City:
- An enviable location within UP-Ayala Land Technohub, one of the biggest information technology hubs in Metro Manila
- Proximity to universities, restaurants, churches, parks, malls, hospitals, and government centers. Major shopping centers TriNoma and SM North EDSA, as well as MRT North Avenue Station are merely 10 minutes away.
- 120 reasonably priced guestrooms with high-speed LAN/Wi-Fi Internet access, chiropractor-approved mattresses, cable TV, a refrigerator, safety deposit box, individually controlled air-conditioner, and electronic keycard entry system
- Facilities that include a function room, meeting room, swimming pool, restaurant, and parking facilities

To check room availability and rates at Microtel by Wyndham's newest hotel in Quezon City, visit www.microtel-uptechnohub.com

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Note: This post was originally published in January 2015 and is now updated.

Tuesday, December 20, 2016

Lingganay Hotel & Resort Promises A Different Vacation Experience in Boracay Island

Boracay is one of the most beautiful summer destinations ever, but some travelers will eventually get tired of it if given the same old experience every time they visit. Fortunately, Lingganay Boracay Hotel & Resort offers a private setting, luxurious Boracay Island hotel, and a fresh perspective on the island we all know and love.

Accommodations

Our suites and rooms showcase rustic charm and contemporary convenience — all without losing the touch of luxury that characterizes every stay at Lingganay Boracay Hotel & Resort.

Our Superior Room, Deluxe One Bed Room, and Deluxe Two Bed Room emulate the resort’s tropical location with the use of light wooden furniture and neutral colors. Our Diamond Designer Studio and Penthouse Suite provide stark contrast to the first set of accommodations with the use of classic dark hues, playful textures, and stone accents. Choose to stay at any of these elegant lodgings and expect the following services and amenities: Wi-Fi Internet connection, mini-bar with coffee and tea, hot and cold shower, safety deposit box, and air-conditioning.

Facilities

At our 4-hectare property, you’ll easily find feasts for the senses, sweet escapes, and a restful haven. Aside from panoramic views and lush vistas, guests also have easy access to these conveniences on their holiday:

- Restaurant that serves Continental to German, Asian, and native Philippine dishes
- Falsenkeller bars
- 2 infinity pools
- Spa, gym, and game room
- Function rooms and business center
- Island tour assistance
- 24/7 shuttle service

Helicopter Tour and Transfer

- Available for tours and transfers from Kalibo/Caticlan Airport
- Must be booked 1- to 2-hours before pick up or departure
- Payment first before transfer

Boracay Wedding Package

- Licensed officiating pastor
- Wedding coordinator
- Beach wedding permit
- Beach, outdoor, or indoor ceremony set-up
- Couple’s veil, wedding tokens, unity candles, bible, ring pillow
- Reception (ask for the menu)
- Champagne for couple’s toast
- Wedding cake for 20 to 50 guests
- Music and a pair of doves
- Transportation for bride and groom, as well as the guests
- Photo booth with props for more that 20 guests
- Free 1 hour whole body massage for groom and bride
- Free translation for Russian speaking couples
- Extra freebies for big groups

Location

Our secluded Boracay Island resort is set in a private beach on the eastern section of the island, letting our guests enjoy the iconic white sand experience sans the crowd.

Despite our exclusive location, Lingganay Boracay Hotel & Resort offers easy — and, at times, thrilling — ways to get around the island. You can choose to arrive in style from Kalibo or Caticlan airport through our helicopter transfer, or start your relaxing holiday with a quiet ride using our shuttle service. Helicopter tours can also be easily be arranged by our staff. But if you’d rather stay close to the sea and shore, you can visit these popular spots on foot or by car:

- White Beach
- Puka Beach
- Bat Cave
- Baling Hai Beach
- Mount Luho
- Boracay Butterfly Gardens

This Boracay Island resort is also offering various hotel deals and promotions that can save you loads of cash and get you more fun on your holiday.

Lingganay Boracay Hotel & Resort
Tulubhan Beach, Boracay Island,
Malay, Aklan, 5608, Philippines

Contact Numbers: +63 36 288 5734
Email: lingganay@gmail.com