Crowne Plaza Galleria Manila – Right at the Heart of Everything

For business and leisure travelers looking for an ideal place to stay in the Philippines, where everything from restaurants to golf ranges are just around the corner, Crowne Plaza Galleria Manila makes one of the best choices. With rates starting as low as PHP 5,400 per night, you get the luxurious accommodations, uncompromising hospitality, and access to the most exciting spots in the area.

Crowne Plaza Galleria Manila stands right at the heart of Ortigas Center, Quezon City. Among the places it stands close to include:

Wack Wack Golf & Country Club. Crowne Plaza Galleria is merely three kilometers away from the golf range. Founded in 1930, Wack Wack Golf & Country Club is one of the oldest and most prestigious golf ranges in the country. It is easily one of the best golf courses in the world with two championship courses. The club kicks off the annual Asian Circuit every year and hosts a list of other world golf tournaments like the World Cup. Wack Wack Golf & Country Club is a favorite venue for corporate affairs and banquets, business meetings, and even wedding ceremonies.

SM Megamall and The Podium. These two places are a favorite hangout for Filipinos of all ages. They are home to all kinds of shops and establishments, restaurants, as well as night spots. SM Megamall attracts around 800,000 people every day. On the other hand, The Podium caters to the more upscale crowd with its posh restaurants, boutiques, and cinemas. The hotel is only a kilometer away from these malls.

Metrowalk. A kilometer away from the Quezon City hotel stands the Metrowalk, a small but very busy commercial hub in Ortigas, especially at night. It hosts several events, mostly musical, each year. It is a favorite spot for the younger crowd, who frequent its restaurants, comedy bars, and bazaars selling cheap items.

Philsports Arena. The arena is the country’s national sports complex housing the offices of local sports governing bodies including the Philippine Olympic Committee. In 2005, it hosted the badminton events of the Southeast Asian Games. Asian pop group F4 and Barbie Xu drew a record-high attendance during their 2003 Philippine concert.

Eastwood City. The 17-hectare commercial complex is known for its night spots and residential complexes. It is also home to various call centers that have emerged in the country and provided jobs to thousands of Filipinos over the years. Tourists looking for exciting events and parties will surely find that they belong in Eastwood.

Greenhills Shopping Center. Ask any shopper where you could buy clothes, gadgets, appliances, shoes, toys, computers, and other items for low prices and Greenhills is sure to pop up. The complex houses several shops and bazaars that sell goods for very low prices.

From the most high-end shops to budget-friendly shops, everything is within reach if you stay at Crowne Plaza Galleria Manila. If you would like to immerse into history and culture, Intramuros and Rizal Park, 12 kilometers away, are well worth the drive. Araneta Center in Cubao, four kilometers away, is where major concerts and events take place.

After a long day of exploring or a long evening of having fun with newfound friends, Crowne Plaza Galleria Manila is one of the best places to return to. Its Deluxe Rooms are furnished with high-speed Internet connection, private baths, a sofa, and other amenities for guests’ ultimate convenience. Visit its website, http://crowneplazahotelmanila.com/ppc for more information. Booking directly online via the hotel website guarantees instant confirmation.

Avail of Room Discounts and Other Perks This July at City Garden Hotel

City Garden Hotel Makati has unveiled its “Sweet July” promo, which comes with special treats for guests this month. For as low as PHP 1, 450 per person, visitors can enjoy cozy twin-sharing accommodations at the luxuriously furnished hotel, as well as free access to the gym and the swimming pool, and a sumptuous breakfast courtesy of Le Jardin Restaurant.

The Makati City hotel is also offering a 10% discount on all room rates for its Mid-Year Promo. The offer comes with daily buffet breakfast, free city calls, free Wi-Fi Internet access, and free service at Spa du Soleil, a haven for relaxation and rejuvenation in the midst of the city. The spa makes available affordable packages the whole year through.

On top of these world-class accommodations and services, Roofdeck Restaurant at City Garden Hotel Makati has something to offer the most discerning diner as well. The restaurant, which offers breathtaking views of the city at night, is having its “Rainy Day Beer Special.” For ever order of selected dishes, beer only costs PHP 50+ per bottle.

Hotel visitors will also find the Drink of the Month, “Garden Sunshine,” hard to resist. It is a mixture of tequila, mango juice, triple sec, grenadine, and Paradise Mango Rum Liqueur. The drink comes with a free souvenir mug for only PHP 240+.

What better way to spend the rainy days than indoors at City Garden Hotel Makati, where all 160 Italian-inspired rooms are furnished with everything you need and more? Aside from an outdoor pool, the Makati City Hotel also features sauna, jacuzzi, a whirlpool, valet parking, currency exchange, shower and locker rooms and laundry services. “Sweet July” makes everything even better.

Visit www.citygardenhotels.com for more information and online bookings. Make use of the hotel's direct reservations system and get instant confirmation.

Get More for Your Money when You Avail of La Reserve Boracay’s 3Days/2Nights Package

When the stress-filled city wears you down, and all you want to do is get away from it all…then heading for the sea and sand is your best bet to getting you into a more relaxed state. Nothing beats the sound of the ocean’s waves and the feel of the sea breeze when it comes to de-stressing. And La Reserve Resort has the hassle-free answer for your resort needs.

From 03 July to 30 November 2009, La Reserve Resort is offering special rates through the 3 Days, 2 Nights Promo Package.

Standard Room (twin occupancy net/person) Php 5,101 only
Deluxe with Bathtub (twin occupancy net/person) Php 6,301 only
Deluxe with Attic (quadruple occupancy net/person) Php 3,751 only
Family Suite (quintuple occupancy net/person) Php 3,841 only

Rates are on a per person basis and packages are inclusive of 3days/2 nights accommodations, welcome drinks, complimentary French breakfasts, one-time lunch or dinner (set menu), round-trip transfers from Caticlan Airport to resort and back, environmental fee and terminal fee upon arrival and on departure, free Wi-Fi connection, and taxes and service charge. Room confirmations are subject to availability.

La Reserve, Boracay has 16 quaint chalets that come with soft beds, cable TV, private toilet and baths, lounge areas, refrigerators and min-bars. Other amenities include telephones, DVD players, room safes, luggage racks, sofa beds, writing desks, and hair dryers. Room service is also available.


For more resort information or for direct online reservation, log on to http://www.lareserve-boracay.com.

Stay at Alegre Beach Resort & Spa and Grab the Chance to See Dolphins at Play

Alegre Beach Resort & Spa is giving its guests the opportunity to go dolphin watching in the waters of Sogod aboard the Alegre cruise as part of its 6+1 Room Packages. The special offer also comes with other perks such as a round-trip shuttle service to the airport and full breakfast daily.

Dolphin watching is a favorite activity among tourists visiting Cebu and other parts of the Visayas, Philippines. In Cebu, dolphins frolicking and playing are most commonly seen around the waters of Camotes and Sogod . Although the friendly creatures appear the most during the period between March and June, tourists cannot miss them the whole year round.

Alegre Beach Resort & Spa is a five-star beach resort in Cebu featuring 38 cabanas classified into Deluxe Room, Deluxe Oceanview Room, and Deluxe Oceanview Room with Garden. They are furnished with elegant wood furniture, marble bath with shower and tub, veranda, mini-bar, cable TV, and other amenities to ensure a most relaxing and luxurious stay.

The beach resort in Cebu also offers privacy as well as several activities for the bold and adventurous traveler vacationers. It gives easy access to Aquasports centers, landscapes ideal for trekking and biking, golf courses, diving spots and other attractions. Guests can also avail of attractive packages offered by the Alegre Spa, which provides East Asian-inspired massages and baths.

Until 22 December 2009, visitors booking for a seven-night stay get one night free of charge. Promo rates for the 6+1 Room Promo are as follows:

Deluxe Room – USD 1,141.00
Deluxe Ocean View Room – USD 1,351.00
Deluxe Ocean View Room with Garden – USD 1,561.00

USD 163 will be charged for each additional night.

Again, the 6+1 Promo by Alegre Beach Resort & Spa is inclusive of a round-trip shuttle service from and to airport, daily full breakfast, and the chance to see dolphins aboard the Alegre cruise. Book directly online at www.alegrebeachresort.com for instant confirmation. Remember to bring a wet suit!