Mark your calendar now, here is the holidays for the year 2019. Proclamation No. 555
January
January 1 (Tuesday) - New Years’ Day
February
February 5 - Chinese New Year
February 25 - EDSA Day
March (No Holiday)
April
April 9 (Tuesday) - Araw ng Kagitingan
April 18 (Thursday) - Holy Thursday
April 19 (Friday) - Good Friday
April 20 (Saturday) - Black Saturday
May
May 1 (Wednesday) Labor Day
June
June 12 (Wednesday) Independence Day
July (No Holiday)
August
August 21 (Wednesday) - Ninoy Aquino Day
August 26 (Monday)- National Heroes Day
September (No Holiday)
October (No Holiday)
November
November 1 (Friday) All Saints’ Day
November 2 (Saturday) - Additional Special Non-Working Day
November 30 (Saturday) Bonifacio Day
December
December 24 (Tuesday) - Additional Special Non-Working Day
December 25 (Wednesday) - Christmas Day
December 30 (Monday) - Rizal Day
December 31 (Tuesday) - Last Day of the Year
Few more weeks to go and Holy Week is near. Yehey! For long weekend or vacation. If you are planning for an Easter Staycation or you are looking for Easter Egg Hunting event for your kids. Check the list below. We have no specific plans yet for the coming Holy Week so I’m still searching, kung wala #teambahay na lang ulit.
Read: A Hoppy Easter at Vivere Hotel
Watch: DIY Easter Egg Hunt
Kinder Egg Suprise
*will update this post for more choices
Crimson Hotel Filinvest City, Manila
Overnight Stay: starts at P7,499 net
Inclusions:
- Choose between two (2) tickets to the Smurfs Easter Village or Sunday Brunch Buffet at Café Eight for two (2) persons
- Buffet breakfast for two (2) persons at Cafe Eight
- Easter amenity
- Late check-out at 5:00 pm
Stay period: March 31 to April 1, 2018
3 Days / 2 Nights: starts at P12,499 net
Inclusions:
- Two (2) tickets to the Smurfs Easter Village
- Buffet breakfast for two (2) persons at Cafe Eight
- Easter amenity
- Late check-out at 4:00 pm
- Dining credits worth P1,000 and free mini-bar upon arrival
Stay between March 30 to April 2, 2018
Early Easter Getaway at Sofitel Philippine Plaza
Booking Period: February 22 - March 14, 2018 | Validity: March 25 - April 5, 2018
Escape to a tropical oasis with your family and loved ones without leaving the city. Enjoy leisurely afternoons outdoors with Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila’s signature lush greenery, iconic lagoon-shaped swimming pool with its inviting turquoise waters and the majestic Manila Bay sunset as your backdrop. Pack your weekend bags and retreat to a haven of well-appointed rooms, sumptuous culinary offerings, extensive recreational facilities and an exciting Easter program of heroic proportions.
Rate starts at Php 6,900+++ for an overnight stay between March 25 - 30 & April 1 - 5.
Room rates start at Php 8,400+++ for an overnight stay on March 31. Book two (2) nights stay and get Php 1000+++ discount on total booking rate.
Somerset Alabang Manila
Studio starts at Php 4,500 nett, to avail of this promo visit our website http://bit.ly/2F1YJ8f and use the code ASCOTTHW2018 under Promotion.
Inclusive of Buffet breakfast for two (2), complimentary WiFi access, Access to the fitness center and swimming pool, Parking for one (1) vehicle, Daily replenishment of bathroom amenities and daily housekeeping services
Booking period is from February 23 - March 29, 2018.
Stay period is from March 29 - April 1, 2018.
Taal Vista Hotel Hop and Hunt in Candy Land
Celebrate the day with your loved ones with egg-citing themed activities, fun-filled games, and sweet surprises!
Sunday, 01 April 2018 09:00am - 01:00pm Ballrooms 1&2
Inclusions: Buffet Brunch, Food Carts, Prizes, Free Access to Activities: Egg Hunting, Egg Coloring, Face Painting and Balloon Making
Sponsors: • Ritz Food Corporation • Snackeroo Bits' N Chips • Snackeroo Heartsies • Snackeroo Itsy Bitsy • Party Time Philippines • ARTUZ101 Lights and Sound • Columbia • La Lola Churreria • Ovaltine • Galinco • Toy Kingdom • SM Supermalls • Richeese • Smiley's • EGG Bites • Bear Hugs • URC
The Bellevue Manila Easter Carnival
On April 1, 2018, the grandest Easter Carnival is coming to #TheBellevueManila! So save the date, don’t be late -- we’ll see you there, grizzly bear!
Registration starts at 1:00 PM
Program starts at 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE AT CAFE D'ASIE! 2nd floor of The Bellevue Manila's Main Wing
EARLY BIRD TICKET PRICE: Php 880 only!
Promo rate until March 10, 2018!
Regular ticket price: Php 1,100
**20% discount may be availed for Senior Citizens, PWDs, Bellevue Signature Dining & Bellevue Kids Club members
Seda Vertis North
Join Seddy for an egg-citing Easter weekend at Seda Vertis North! Begin with some action-packed challenge as adventurers compete to earn the top spot in the Amazing Race on March 31.
Join the kiddie adventurers for a fun-filled day on April 1. Ticket prices are Php 999 for adults and Php 850 for kids.
BIG surprises await the best adventurers!
Amazing Race (for 13 years old and above)
March 31 to April 1 (10AM to 6PM)
Ticket Price: Php 999
- inclusive of snacks for two (2) persons
- TOP THREE teams will get a BIG surprise!
Seddy's Easter Adventure:
Easter Egg Hunt April 1, Sunday (10AM to 6PM)
Ticket Price: Php 850
- inclusive of an all-access pass to: Easter Egg Hunt, Bouncy Time, Pet-a-Bunny, Color Buddy, Praline/Cupcake Workshops and more
Easter Vacation
Booking Period: March 1 - 31, 2018
Stay Period: March 26 - 31, 2018
Deluxe Room – Php 5700 nett
Club Room – Php 6600 nett
Premier Room – Php 7500 nett
Corner Suite – Php 8700 nett
Hotel Activities:
- Family Movie Time - 4PM to 6PM, with free one (1) round of lemonade, popcorn and cotton candy
- Storytelling Under the Stars - 6PM to 8PM
Inclusions:
- Buffet Breakfast for two (2) adults and two (2) kids (12 yrs old below) at Misto
- Four (4) complimentary passes to the hotel activities
- Complimentary Wi-Fi Access
- Complimentary use of swimming pool and gym
- Third Person rate is at Php 1,800 nett (inclusive of breakfast and extra bed)
- Late check-out at 3PM (subject to availability)
Discovery Suites Manila
Book a suite for as low as P4500
Special offer: 3 night stay starting at P12500 nett
Booking period: March 4 to 2 April 2, 2018
Travel period March 28 to April 1, 2018
EDSA Shangri-la Manila
The Kingdom Under the Sea: An Easter Adventure
Doors open at 1:00 p.m.
Sunday, April 1, 2018
Isla Grand Ballroom, Edsa Shangri-La, Manila
Enjoy live entertainment, fun-filled activities, exciting giveaways, a delicious bento box lunch, a grand dessert buffet and more! Tickets at Php2,200 nett per head
Early Bird tickets at Php2,000 nett until March 16, 2018 only or, purchase four regular priced tickets & get one free!
Room packages are also available from March 24 to April 2, 2018.
Room Package A: Deluxe Garden Room at Php9,825.60 nett per night Deluxe Tower Room at Php11,053.80 nett per night
Room Package A inclusions:
- Buffet breakfast for two adults and two kids below 6 years old
- 2 tickets to the Kingdom Under The Sea: An Easter Adventure event
Room Package B:
Deluxe Garden Room at Php13,510.20 nett per night
Deluxe Tower Room at Php14,738.40 nett per night
Room Package B inclusions:
- Buffet breakfast for two adults and two kids below 6 years old
- 4 tickets to the Kingdom Under The Sea: An Easter Adventure event - Additional tickets at 20% discount
Dusit Thani Manila
Spend the Easter holidays with family and experience an Extraordinary Easter-cation with room rates starting at PHP 5,500++ in a Dusit Room. Guests staying on March 31-April 1, 2018 will get two (2) complimentary tickets to our Messy, Artsy Easter activity.
A Messy, Artsy Easter
April 1, 2018 | 11AM-4PM
Glass Pavilion Kids are in for a colorful experience as we dabble into the world of arts this Easter. Apart from the treat-filled egg hunts, let their creative juices flow freely and get messy while creating masterpieces to whatever their little heart’s desire.
We are transforming our Glass Pavilion into a young artist’s workshop with loads of fantastic activities such as:
• Easter egg hunt by the hour Mini treasure hunt for 2-4 years old Egg hunting for 5 years and above
• Golden egg hunt with major prize
• Messy Art sessions
• Inflatables
• Sponsor-initiated games and activities
• Mascot performance
• Other entertaining performances
Hotel Kimberly Tagaytay
The Fabulous Easter Party
March 31, 4-6:30PM
Join our fabulously FUN Easter party with food, games and the not-to-be-missed Easter Egg Hunt in the vast grounds of Hotel Kimberly. Ride a horse, check out the new additions to the playground and animal farm, feed some sheep, pet our bunnies and chicks. It all starts at 4pm.
For those staying on, watch a movie under the stars (we'll supply the popcorn), roast some marshmallows by the bonfire, Limited slots and rooms may still be available so book early!
Summer vacation is approaching and aside from planning for summer getaways, I’m sure parents are looking for summer workshops or summer class for their kids. I already received a list of summer classes at my son’s school but as usual, he was not interested to take any summer class. But I’m sharing with you some list of summer class that you can check, I will update the list from time to time.
1. McDonald’s Kiddie Crew 5 Day Workshop
My son tried this before, you can check his experience here. He had fun during the five days workshop so I’m sure your kids will enjoy too. Make sure that you reserve your slot as early as possible kasi limited din yung slots per week.
Price: P695
Inclusive of t-shirt, cap, bag, ID with lace, chef’s hat, apron, scrapbook, fetcher’s ID, Certificate of completion, workshop materials and workshop meals per day.
Week 1 April 2-6
Week 2 April 9-13
Week 3 April 16-20
Week 4 April 23-27
Week 5 April 30-May 4
Week 6 May 7 -11
Week 7 May 14-18
Week 8 May 21-25
Week 9 May 28 - June 1
Week 10 June 4-8
Week 11 June 11 -15
Week 12 June 18 -22
2. Ballesteros Art Gallery Painting
Offers Summer Art Painting Lessons on Drawing and Oil Painting on Canvas.
Classes start: April 2018
Contact: 02-808-3986 / 0926-485-4538
Pacita I City of San Pedro, Laguna
3. Jollibee Mini Managers Camp
A 6-day workshop for kids 4-12 years old, where they can learn the values of service and leadership.
Price: P650
Inclusive of 1 set mini managers uniform with nameplate, camp bag, snacks for 6 days, and other activity materials.
4. Global Art Summer Programs and Rate
Registration Fee P1000 + Materials (depending on the summer program you will take
Junior level (3-4yrs old)
* P9600 for 18 sessions (1hr/session)
Core Program
Foundation level (5-6yrs old)
Basic level (7-9yrs old)
Intermediate level (10-12yrs old)
* P9600 for 16 sessions (90min per session)
Advance level (13 and above)
Drawing and Sketching
Painting
Illustration
* P9600 for 16 session (90min per session)
Acrylic Painting - Junior and Senior Level
* P9600 for 16 session (90min per session)
Cartoon and Comic
* P9600 for 16 sessions (90min per session)
February is fast approaching, ang bilis ng panahon Feb-ibig month na naman. Unfortunately, Valentine’s day falls on Wednesday so ang hirap magschedule ng date. But don’t worry, you can celebrate before or after Valentine’s day. We have long weekend naman because Feb. 16 is Chinese New Year!.
This month, I spent most of my time looking for hotel and resort for the next three months. It was not easy ha, nakakastress kasi fully booked na agad ang mga resort for April so my search is not yet over. I’m done with my February reservation so let me share with you the different promo of hotels that I’ve found.
1. Acacia Hotel Sweetest Desire
January 12 to March 31, 2018
P4,400+++
- Overnight Stay in a Deluxe room with complimentary breakfast buffet for two.
- Halo-halo cheesecake and unlimited brewed coffee for two.
- 30% discount at Acaci and 15% discount at The Lobby, Tree Top Lounge, and A-Steakhouse.
- Other inclusions: Complimentary wifi access, use of swimming pool and gym, special turndown amenity, and shuttle service within Alabang.
Acacia Hotel Valentine’s Bliss
February 14-17, 2018
P6288+++
- Overnight stay in a Deluxe Room with complimentary breakfast buffet for two.
- One hour relaxation massage for two at Lurra Wellness Spa
- Special Valentine’s setup in the hotel room.
- Special turndown amenity.
Acacia Hotel Chinese New Year
P7488 nett
- overnight stay in a Deluxe room with complimentary breakfast for two P12,088 nett
- two nights stay in a Deluxe room with complimentary daily breakfast buffet for two.
* Choice of lunch or dinner buffet for two and 30% discount in excess of two at Acaci.
* Surprise Chinese New Year giveaway
* Dragon Dance at the Lobby (Feb. 16, 6PM)
* One time use only for two nights stay
2. The Bellevue Manila South Serenades Room Promotion
February 9 - 11, 2018
P12,599 nett
- Overnight stay in a Main Wing Deluxe (only P1000 nett for a room upgrade to a Tower Wing Deluxe)
- Buffer breakfast for two
- Buffet dinner for two at Cafe d’Asie on February 10, 2018
- Two tickets to the Jose Mari Chan Valentine Concert on February 10, 2018
- A chance to win 3D/2N stay at the Bellevue Resort Bohol with roundtrip airfare tickets and countryside tour for two.
3. Crimson Hotel Alabang
Grand Romance
Starts at: P8,960++
- Overnight stay
- Buffet breakfast for two persons at Café Eight
- Dine Your Heart Dinner for two persons
- Valentine’s Surprise
All you need is Love
Starts at: P7,650++
- Overnight stay
- Buffet breakfast for two persons at Café Eight
- One-hour massage for two persons
- Valentine’s Surprise
Be Mine
Starts at: P6,300++
- Overnight stay
- Breakfast in bed
- Valentine’s Surprise
Check-in date: February 14, 2018
4. Luljetta's Romantic Getaway for 2
February Month
P6888
- Studio room
- Breakfast
- Access to Luljetta's Place Garden Suites, Luljetta's Hanging Gardens Spa with snacks (5 hours) and Loreland Farm Resort.
- Romantic room set-up
Optional:
- P3000 Romantic Dinner for two
- P1500 Bouquet of flowers
- P1000 Room upgrade to queen
- Spa services
5. Joy Nostalg Hotel & Suites Manila
February 10 to 18, 2018
P10,000
- one bedroom suite
- buffet breakfast for two
- four-course set dinner at the Nostalgia Dining Lounge on February 14, 218
6. Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila
February 11 - 16, 2018
Magnifique Valentine
Room rates start from P10000 nett and are inclusive of
- Breakfast for two (2) adults and two (2) children at Spiral
- Late check out up to 4pm (subject to availability)
- 25% off on Sunset Bar's BBQ Buffet on February 14, 15 and 16,
- Nail Artisan package for one (1) and Foot Reflexology for one (1)
- Php 500 worth of Le Spa and La Boutique Cash Vouchers
- Complimentary use of recreational facilities such as outdoor pool, gym, and spa
Romance by the Bay
Sunset Bar February 14, 2018 7PM to 10:30PM
Buffet rate is P2,750+++ per person inclusive of one glass of wine and an unlimited serving if local beer and iced tea.
7. Somerset Alabang Manila's Love With a Hint of Southern Charm
Feb 14-15, 2018
Rates are inclusive of
- daily buffet breakfast for two at Prime 101
- fast wireless internet
- use of recreational facilities including a swimming pool and fitness center
- 25% discount on massage services.
Studio room P4500 nett
Studio premier P5100 nett
1 Bedroo P5600 nett
8. Taal Vista Hotel Romantic Getaway
- Overnight room accommodation for two.
- Buffet breakfast for two at Veranda
- Romantic dinner for two
- one time regular spa treatment for two at Asmara Spa
- Nurture Spa Farm-acy discount voucher for two
From 6PM to 10PM
P8,000 per couple
- eight courses set menu for two
- praline chocolates
- two glasses of Moet and Chandon Champagne
- one long stemmed red rose
- Floral and candle arrangments
9. Vitalis Villas
Romantic Date by the Cove at P18590 nett for two. Valid from February 10 - March 10, 2018
- 3 days and 2 nights in a superior room for two.
- full board meals breakfast, lunch and dinner buffet)
- afternoon snacks (four cheese pizza and banana split)
- a bottle of wine
- welcome drinks
- free access to infinity pools and play room
- free shuttle service to the beach
- 10% discount on all water sport activities
10. Holiday Inn Manila Galleria
One bedroom suite with buffet breakfast for two for only P6,500 nett
Two bedroom suite with buffet breakfast for four persons for only P9,500 nett
- complimentary use of teh hotel's gym and swimming pool and internet access.
- complimentary Valentine Gift Basket which includes a bottle of wine, delectable pralines, stuffed toy and twinings tea.
Booking period is open until February 28.
11. Seda Hotel
One Suite Day P12,700 nett
- overnight stay in a Corner Suite Room
Dream Escapes
- Deluxe room P8,700 nett
- Club room P10,200 nett
- Premier room P11,200 nett
Inclusions:
- overnght stay in a Deluxe/Club/Premier/Corner Suite Room
- inclusive of breakfast buffet for two adults and two kids (0-6) at Misto
- inclusive of massage for two at Seda spa
- inclusive of straight up credit worth P1000
- extend your stay and get 10% OFF the best available rates.
- welcome amenity and valentine's amenity
- complimentary wifi access
- third person rate is P1800 nett (inclusive of extra bed and breakfast)
We’ve tried most of these hotels so you can check my review here.
