ONE PACIFIC PLACE: My HOME away from home

I have been  busy these past few days because of lots of workload leaving me with no time for my kids. And it felt awful not having much time to bond with them. So what do I do? I decide that instead of going to the mall, watch a movie or eat-out, I checked out some places where we can be lazy and just bond. My idea is to have a "staycation" in a hotel. A hotel or a serviced condo where there is a pool, gym and restaurant that serves delicious and tummy-filling food.

A lot of hotels are already offering these services, but I thought I had to break-away from the known chain of hotels to experience "newer" ones and those who offer the luxury of being "home away from home".

I was browsing through Facebook one day, and this led me to checking ONE PACIFIC PLACE. When I checked their site. It was "spic and span: all tabs are in the right place and most importantly it is very easy to navigate.

ORION HOTEL: A Refuge for Shopaholics

Who here likes to shop in Divisoria or the neighboring Flea Markets? Well I am one too! I like to hunt for items that are way too low but the quality is above the price. It may be hard for the "newbie" bargain hunters but once they got the hang of bargaining, who knows? Instead of heading to posh shopping malls like Podium, Greenbelt and SM Supermalls, you'll be coming back for more for more.

But for people who are located far and have to shop for almost anything that her heart desires-a whole day at this "shopping district" can be tiring.

I believe people as far as Cavite (South) and as far as the provincial areas of Rizal may have high chances of going to Divisoria Area. Most of these people might business owners who buy by the "bulk". So for people who mostly shop and do business here in this area might find this new suggestion of mine helpful.

What do I suggest? I suggest that you plan your visit to Divisoria. Make sure you have a list on what to buy and organize it by area , because some areas here are usually categorized by area. One street maybe for textile, souvenirs, shirts, toys and food. Doing so may save you your precious time.

But if ever you get tired because of the whole-day shopping bargaining. No more worries because there's a n alternative to that. ORION HOTEL will save the day.

Orion Hotel is located on the 3rd level of Prime Block building of the Tutuban Centermall. It is the newest developments in the century-old commercial hub in the heart of the city. It designed to discerning shoppers who seek convenience with out breaking the bank.

There's more to this newest hotel in the busy district of Manila. Orion Hotel will meet every traveller's budget. Accomodation-wise every traveller whether on a budget or not will be satisfied because all rooms and suite has:

•  LED Tv
•  Phone 
•  Radio
•  clock 
•  plus complete bathroom toiletries.

Here are what in store for guests and travellers:

 KEEPING IN TOUCH

•  Free WiFi Internet
•  IDD and NDD Calls
•  Postcard Consignment
•  Mailing Services

Bed Room in the Junior Suite

FOR TRAVELERS on BUSINESS

•  Photocopy and Fax Services
•  Function Room (coming Soon)

Convenient Services By Request

•  Wake-up Call
•  Advance reservations for MANILA Accommodations
•  Other Toiletries and amenities

Going In and Around the City

•   Luggage Assistance and Storage
•   Safe-keeping
•   Car transfer by request (charges apply).

And for travelers who are always-on-the-go just like me, there are Luggage Assistance, storage and safe-keeping. No need for the people who needs to communicate internationally because IDD and NDD calls and wifi-internet is available. Not only that there's also car transfers.

ORION HOTEL has 41 rooms with Standard, Superior and De Luxe and Junior Suite. And just so you know they have numerous room rates which guests can choose from like:

 ROOM RATE ONLY:
 Complimentary WiFi Connection
 Complimentary Bottled Water
 Coffee and Tea making facilities.

 EARLY BIRD PROMO
 Set Breakfast
 Complimentary WiFi Connection and 2 Bottled Water .
 Coffee and tea making facilities


I'll be checking ORION HOTEL this weekend , I will be sure to share to you experience so for now Kindly like their Facebook Fanpage: www.Facebook.com/OrionHotelTutubanManila

HEALTHCheQ: When Health Needs No Compromise

With a busy mom like me with tons of things in mind at all times, things such health matters had been unknowingly been taken aback. I always prioritize my family’s health before mine. But with all the diseases and illnesses coming up, it has made me think twice.

I am a mom in my early thirties and have two boys in grade school. It made me think that I also have to think about my health condition and lifestyle so that I may live long enough to see my boys grow up.

With Healthway Medical newest offering to its ever expanding number of satisfies clients, I may now lessen my worries when it comes to my health.

As it approaches it’s 15^th year in the business and being the most preferred mall-based clinic making health care accessible, easy and convenient to all regardless of social demographic, from A-D, launched a more holistic approach to healthcare by offering its latest and premium brand of  executive check-up package called HealthCheQ.

 Nurture Spa Village Tagaytay, where the HealthcheQ was launched; was also one of the partner Hotels/Spas for HealthcheQ Clients.

To whom does it cater?

It is designed for those people who put premium on time and health. HEALTHCheQ offers complete diagnostics which also includes laboratory tests, imaging studies, specialized examinations, as well as comprehensive evaluation.

Every year we were advised to have our Executive Check-up, most especially for those people who are working in the corporate world. But some people, sad to say, often disregard their very own health not knowing the risks they are up to in the future.

What’s nice about HEALTHCheQ is that all the laboratories or exams one has to undergo will be done within half a day in any of Healthway’s facilities. No more worrying that you will have to wait for days just to know the results. With TIME as being precious to every client, I’m sure every client will be happy to know that availing of HEALTHCheQ will just take him half of his day for all the laboratories.  With the use of the most advanced technologies in healthcare, the exclusive package guarantees results turnover within 24 hours upon completion of tests plus a Specialist Consult for evaluation.

SCOPE of HEALTHCheQ:

Laboratory:

Complete Blood Count                                                                  HBA1C

Fasting Blood Sugar                                                                     Blood Urea Nitrogen

Urinalysis                                                                                        Thyroid Function- FT3, FT4, TSH

Fecalysis                                                                                        Prostate Specific Antigen (male)

Lipid Profile (Cholesterol, Triglycerides, HDl, LDL, VLDL).     SGPT

Blood Uric Acid                                                                             SGOT

Creatinine

HBsAg Screning

IMAGING

Chest X-Ray (PA)

Male Whole Abdomen Ultrasound (Liver,Pancreas, Spleen, Gall Bladder, Kidneys, Urinary Bladder and Prostate)

Female Whole Abdomen

HEALTHCheQ is not just about health, it also covers the patient’s well-being. After all the exams administered, the client is entitled to an “Overnight” pampering experience from Healthway Medical’s partner hotels, resorts and spa.

Who are Healthway Medical’s Partner Hotel/Spas?

• Manila Hotel
• Midas Hotel & Casino
• Acacia Hotel
• Bellevue Hotel
• B Hotel

RESORTS & SPAS

• Club Balai Isabel Talisay Batangas
• Nurture Spa Village Tagaytay 

HEALTHCheq clients will also receive “transferrable” perks or gifts of wellness which they can share with their loved-ones:

1 Dental procedure (consists of Oral Prophylaxis and (1) Rejuvenating Session of Intense Diamond Peel facial resurfacing treatment.

More perks are added because aside from the wellness gifts the HEALTHCheQ package includes one Wellness Visa that entitles the bearer to a free consultation with one of Healthway’s Primary care Physician and a Php200 gift certificate for AB Pharma products for the client’s initial medication needs. 

This perks are Healthway Medical’s way of ensuring that each client is ensured of over-all well-being.

Honestly, it’s the first time I’ve heard of this kind of perks for someone who will get an Executive Check-Up. I will not be surprise if a lot of clients will avail of HEALTHCheQ. In time, I will ask hubby to avail of HEALTHCheQ, so that I will be included in the perks too! Awesome right?!? 

 L-R: Ness Mercader (Blogger), Myrns Roman (Blogger), Ms. Faye Marcelino (PRC Inc.) and Me !

HEALTHCheQ is reasonably priced at Php15,000 with complete set of tests and consultation plus numerous of perks.  For more info, you may visit Healthway Medical branches near you at Alabang Town Center, Festival Mall, Greenbelt 5, Market! Market!, Shangri-La Mall Edsa, Robinson’s Place Manila and SM North The Block. They also have their Customer Care Hotline # 751-4929 or visit their website at www.healthway.com.ph and like their page at www.Facebook.com/HealthwayPhilipines .

There is one clear message here that Healthway Medical wants to convey, that our Health should always be prioritized, just like what Healthway Medical VP For Sales and Marketing Carmi De leon,” HEALTHCheQ allows you to take charge of your Health, as a CEO would to his/her company. Be the CEO of your Health with HEALTCheQ”.

If ever I'll get my own HealthCheQ, I'll choose Nurture Spa Village Spa Tagaytay as my chosen destination after I finish all the administered tests needed with my Executive check-up. Why because for me Nurture Spa Village is a a very relaxing place wherein I can forget my worries for the meantime and leave it all in the metro. Another thing is, they have numerous relaxing amenities that I can choose from. They even have Centennial huts,pool and a greener ambiance + fresh air! Just perfect for someone who wants to be rejuvenated!

Here are some of the photos but if you want to see more of Nurture Spa Village, you may also check out my fanpage here!

 

 Huts where one can read a good book and just smell the fresh air while on the right is swing bed where one can just lounge all day!

BayView Park Hotel Manila: Celebrating Filipino Food fare through Kulinarya Kalayaan Food Festival !

Hi ! Yes I know!, how could I not resist eating when I 'm gaining weight lately? I believe that you only live ONCE therefore live as if there's no tomorrow. 

Yesterday, I was invited by BayView Park Hotel for lunch. I'm so flattered that I didn't mind going the extra mile to travel all the way from Quezon City to Roxas Blvd. 


BayView Park Hotel being established for almost 75years and they are one of the longest-enduring, sought after destinations for both business and leisure travelers in Manila. BayView Park Hotel is freshly renovated , "personalized", boutique hotel.

BayView Park Hotel Manila has 283 Rooms (5 executive Suites, 30 Deluxe Rooms, and 243 Superior Rooms). You can also have access to their amenities (Pool Deck swimming Pool, Modern Gym Fitness, Internet Cafe).


They invited us to have a taste of their very own version "Filipino" food version. It is dubbed as "Kulinarya Kalayaan Food Festival" It is a month -long food event that started from May 28, 2012 and culminate on June 31, 2012. The festivities will showcase Philippine Food, Arts and Crafts at the Lobby Coffee Shop of  BayView Hotel.

For this food festival they will be featuring our very delectable Filipino Cuisine. 

The Buffet area was adorned with these "bilaos" to give that Filipiniana feel.The decorations helped alot in giving that festive vibe.

 The buffet that day consists of Kare-Kare, Stuffed Pusit, Pancit Canton, Ginataan Kalabasa at Sitaw.

Wait there's more, a buffet is never complete without an array of our favorite Filipino desserts.

The dessert Buffet

 

Vegetable Lumpia

 Sapin-Sapin

Kutsinta

Halo-Halo

Who could resist their Halo-Halo when you you can make your own version and topped it with generous amounts of Ube or Leche Flan.

The desert bar of the buffet was my favorite.Ii'm known to be a "dessert" person. I couldn't help but give-out a big sigh when I saw the Sapin-Sapin! I missed these desserts. I remember I used to wait in the afternoon juts right at our porch just to wait for the lady that sells it every afternoon.

The Kulinarya Kalayaan Food Festival is also participated by the Hotel and Restaurant Association of the Philippines.

The Buffet is open from Monday-Friday (11am-2pm) and priced at Php450/person. Juts a tip,when you visit BayView Park Hotel Manila, travel a bit early you won't be a hassle when looking for a seat at their Buffet Lounge. buffet price is affordable especially for those who want to treat their family, or even business partners( meetings).

The food festival was a success that it's full during lunchtime! 

The Kulinarya Kalayaan Food Festival will have different food menu every week so be sure to visit BayView Park Hotel every week to get a taste of the different Filipino Food Fare!

 Food trips are better if you are with friends! There'll be more people to remind you to eat less, lol!

I'll be coming back for sure so wait for my next post about next round of visit. Till then....Ciao!