Las Casas de Acuzar - Paseo de Excolta

 

 

Behind the old building fascade, Paseo de Escolta in Las Casas de Acuzar is actually a modern and comfortable hotel.

 

We stayed in a  Studio deluxe room, which was elegantly decorated,  showing off the owner's good taste in interior decoration.   

 

The bathroom was huge and has a separate shower and tub, with running hot and cold water.

 

It was almost perfect if not for the noisy upstairs guest (and my vivid imagination of ghosts of the original owners of the houses running around the resort, but that is just me).  For more a peaceful night, I suggest that you take an upstairs Studio loft.

 

Overall satisfaction factor is 7.5 out of 10.

 

The room has a balcony that open up to a view of the Plaza.

 

 

View of the Plaza that transforms into a stage to various cultural presentations late afternoon.

 

 

 

Las Casas de Acuzar - Batis inspired pool

The closest my kids will ever get to a batis :P

Las Casas' batis inspired pool is really amazing.  My kids were quite excited to take a dip into the batis-pool from the moment they saw it.

 

It was picture perfect wherever we lay our eyes on.

 

Batya at palo-palo na lang ang kulang

They were equally excited to learn what a batis is and hear stories of how grandma used to wash clothes in a batis.

 

 

 

The view from the pool was just as magnificent!

 

See my other blog post on the beautiful Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar - A step back in time!

Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar - A step back in time!

The view across is the infamous Bataan Nuclear Power Plant

It took us about four (4) hours to get here, but it was all worth it.  Las Casas literally transported us back in time.

Las Casas Filipinas in Bagac Bataan is home to centuries old houses restored to their former splendor and glory by the owners of the resort. 

Welcome to Las Casas



View of the Las Casas' Paseo de Escolta's hotel from the Plaza

 

 

Breath taking sunset view from one of the old houses we toured...

 

Lola Basyang Statue

 

Picturesque right?

The Pavillion adored by cute cherubims - want to take home!!!

Our home for the night Paseo de Escolta
 

 

The Las Casas package comes with a one hour historical walk around its cobbled stone streets.  The tour  was both entertaining and educational.  My kiddos were really listening to each of the houses' colorful past, as they run around the huge resort's ground.

 

Tour time!

 

 

 

Want to bring home a chicken!

 

 

I recommend Las Casas, if you are looking for a worthwhile trip where your family can have fun and an appreciation of his heritage and culture.

Las Casas Sales & Reservations Office:
Telephone Nos.: (+63 2) 332.5338, (+632) 355.3032
Fax No.: (+63 2) 332.5286

 

 

Its a Small World at HKDL

 

Girls and boys alike will have fun at HKDL's It's a Small World Attraction!!!

 

On board a boat, you'll be amazed by cute and adorable dolls from around the world.

 

My favorite ofcourse are the ones from Manila!

 

 

 

 Multi-cultural of dolls to fit everyones fancy, each beautifully made to represent people from the different countries of the world! 

 

I was sad to see the bye-bye sign!  Will be back soon.

Island Cove - Keeping Busy!

 

You will never be out of things to do at Island Cove. 

 

Techie family will surely have fun at the Cove's Interactive Room (gamers have a choice of Xbox, PS3, Wii). Your kids will never want to leave!

 

 

My family trying out the Xbox.  My hubby, seriously pondering on buying one :D
 

 

What about a game of billiards?

Paint ball target shooting - lots of fun for my boys! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

My youngest was amazed, by the size of this garden chess board :D  The pawns were taller and bigger than he is.  I think he is wondering how to take it home (hahaha!)

 

 

Tired boys heading towards the Island Cove Fishing Village for some chow time =P

 

 

Ace Water Spa: A SPA-riffic Staycation

One need not travel far, to have some relaxing bonding time with the family.  

An advertisement on the newspaper led us to the newest staycation fad in the Metro - Ace Water Spa, Pasig. 

Ace Water Spa is a do-it-yourself, hydro-massage spa that uses "ultrasonic jet system" to massage specific pressure point areas of the body.  Like real massage it soothes and relaxes tired and stiff muscles, but since it is do-it-yourself, it is perfect for ticklish individuals like me :P

Ace Water Spa Suite ran a soft opening promo - A 20% discount on room accommodation with freebies got me to book a room for my family.  The promo included deluxe room accommodation, free spa tickets for 2, buffet breakfast for 2, additional 2 - P200 off coupons at the spa and wine. 

Upon check-in, however,  the nice hotel receptionist said we qualified for an additional night.  Apparently the first 100 bookings also get a night (room only) free.  What we initially thought was a 2D/1N staycation, turned out to be 3D/2N (I was like yeah!!).

The deal was a real steal! 

Ace Water Spa, Pasig fascade

Our room for 3D/2N

Our room was decent, clean and comfortable, however, there was a smell of cement-dust in the hallways, from the on-going constructions on the other floors (only 3 floors are servicing at the moment).  Bad for those with allergies. 




Bathroom was small, but adequate. 

 

We were however, not so crazy about this glass, see-through window that gives you a command view of the bathroom - not pretty!!!  


I hope they put up a pull down curtain or blinds.

My 4 year old has a fascination with luggage tables (hmm!)



Doors are keyless via a proximity card. 

 

Waiting for the elevator.





Breakfast is served at the Ace Coffee Shop located at the ground floor.  There were plenty of food options and most are quite healthy.  



The view from the Ace Coffee Shop



Some tips:
(1) They are quite strict on bathing suits/trunks. Normal cotton tops, would not stand the very high water pressure.  So better bring fitted suits to avoid any suit malfunction.
(2) Bring towel.  Rental cost is P150.
(3) You may take your towels/robes with you as you enter the spa, there are shelves near the pool were you can keep them. The walk from the bathroom heading towards the spa could be quite cold. 
(4) To get the most out of the Water Spa experience, come on a weekday, early morning or late night. The spa opens at 6am and closes at 11pm.
(5) Camera and food not allowed inside the spa.
(6) They do allow kids inside, but I would suggest you leave them behind if you want to make the most out of this relaxing experience. My four year old, was not very fond of the massages and my husband and I would have to take time off taking turns looking after my son in the kiddie pool. 

We simply love Ace Water Spa.


ACE WATER SPA Pasig City
United St., cor. Brixton St.
near Pioneer, Pasig City
Trunkline Number: (02) 451.1111

Greenbelt Park Makati

 

 

 

Before plunging into shopping, take time off and admire the Greenbelt Park found inside the Greenbelt mall complex.

 

 

There are plenty of areas to seat and just do nothing, but admire the lagoon and the greeneries.

 

My son,  loving the place!

Want to do some fishing, alright!!!