Category: Mid-range Stay

The Farmhouse by EDL: Bucolic Bliss in Tarlac

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Post date March 17, 2018
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Early morning at the Farmhouse by EDL

It was a night of the “super blue blood moon”. A rare celestial phenomenon that last happened in 1982. We were in the midst of our Lakbay Norte 7 tour in Tarlac that time that I firmly requested we hurry to our accommodation that evening to catch the “super blue blood moon”. The Farmhouse by EDL was our host that evening and I was ecstatic when we arrived on time. We hurried to capture the moon spectacle and after that I couldn’t help but look down at the attractive setting we have that evening. Inviting pool, lovely warmly lit garden and my companions starting their full moon party at the bar.

Tags farm tourism, Lakbay Norte, Lakbay Norte 7, Organic Farms, super blue blood moon

Aklan Mid-range Stay Stay

Stay | Snazzy Savoy Hotel Boracay Newcoast

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Post date January 10, 2018
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Savoy Hotel facade in the evening

There’s a whole new different world in Boracay and they call it the Boracay Newcoast. This 150-hectare township is being groomed for upscale development. Amid the hilly greens, wide open roads and quiet white beach coves is the stylish Savoy Hotel. The six-story 559-room hotel has a distinctive modern and dynamic architecture.

Tags 4-Star Hotel, Boracay, boracay newcoast, Hotels, Sleep, Swimming Pools

Aklan Mid-range Stay Stay

Agos Boracay: Stilly Guesthouse on a Hill

Post author By Ferdz
Post date October 24, 2017
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At the 2nd floor of Agos Boracay

With Boracay consistently cited as one of the best islands in the world, there’s a constant wave of people coming and going the island all year round. Finding an accommodation with a peaceful environment for sound sleep yet close enough to the White Beach may seem a challenge. Believe it or not, there are still pockets of quiet near the bustling main road of Boracay. Agos Boracay Rooms and Bed is a secluded guesthouse yet only steps away from the busy streets. Centrally located and only a few minutes walk to the main beaches.

Tags 3 Star Hotel, Boracay, Guesthouse, Sleep

Batangas Mid-range Stay Stay

Stay | Eagle Point Beach and Dive Resort: A Stormy Sojourn

Post author By Ferdz
Post date August 12, 2017
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Our room at the Terrace Hotel

I honestly can’t remember much from last I went here. It was more than a decade ago. I was still working for an American IT company and it was our company outing. Eagle Point Beach and Dive Resort is popular for company outings aside from diving. What I clearly remember was the stunning sunset, playful pawikan and amazing snorkeling just in front of the property. When a chance to go back to the resort came, I thought, why not? It would be interesting to see how things have changed.

Tags Anilao, Dive resorts, Eagle Point, Mabini

Batangas Mid-range Stay Philippines Stay

Batangas Stay | Stilts Calatagan: Tranquility at Destiny

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Post date August 1, 2017
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Sundown at Stilts Calatagan Batangas

I have no problems planning on independent trips. But when it comes to family travel, I’m so poor in planning those kind of logistics. I had to get a little help from friends in the travel industry. My requirement was it should be near Manila, have good accessibility for seniors, convenient and relaxing. Friends from Explore8 gave me options (other resorts Batangas, Cavite, Tagaytay, Vigan) but somehow my siblings and I were leaning into Stilts Calatagan in Batangas. Their cottages looks attractive and they have in-resort transport for our senior relatives. Much more, the beach in this part of Batangas looks gorgeous.

Tags Beach, Calatagan, Resorts, senior-friendly, Sleep

Mid-range Stay Philippines Rizal Stay

Stay | Villa Jhoana Resort: A Home in the Heart of Angono

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Post date November 13, 2016
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The pool and the mansion at Villa Jhoana Resort in Angono

November is a very festive month for the municipality of Angono, the art capital of the country. Aside from the main Higantes Festival which usually happens on the 3rd week of November, there are pockets of activities leading to and after the event. If one plans to experience the Angono Higantes Festival, it’ll be a good idea to stay in town. One place I would recommend is Villa Jhoana Resort, a seven-room elegant pool villa strategically in the heart of Angono.

Tags 2-star Hotels, Angono, Pool Villa, Sleep, Villa

La Union Mid-range Stay Philippines Stay

Stay | La Roca Villa La Union: Little Santorini by the Rock

Post author By Ferdz
Post date September 4, 2016
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The arc and the calm shores of San Juan Beach

It was a calm morning. Subtle purple hues dominated the sky. I made my way to the segmented stairs leading to the topmost viewing deck atop the rock where this private resort was named from, La Roca Villa. It was only in this morning light when I can truly appreciate the place. From this higher vantage point, I could see the Greek-inspired structures of the resort. White washed walls, blue domes, a pool and the low-tide shores filled my view. Immediately, Santorini came into mind.

Tags Accommodations, Lakbay Norte, Resorts, San Juan Beach, Sleep