Dos Palmas Island Resort & Spa

 Dos Palmas is located among a group of islands and sandbars in Honday Bay, Puerto Princesa, Palawan. There are daily direct flights from Manila to Puerto Princesa via Philippine Airlines, Air Philippines and Cebu Pacific so getting there is not a problem. Flight time is only 1 hour. If you’re coming from Cebu, there are direct flights twice a week to Puerto Princesa via Cebu Pacific.



For accommodations, choose between the Bay Cottages and Beach Villas. The Bay Cottages are perched above the sea, allowing the soft waves to be your lullaby. These cottages can comfortably sleep two adults and one child. On the other hand, the Beach Villas can accommodate three adults. Handicapped-friendly rooms are also available upon request.






Each room is air-conditioned with its own toilet and bath with hot and cold running water. There’s also a mini bar, a personal refrigerator and an intercom-telephone with NDD/IDD access. All the rooms have private verandahs that offer a view of the magnificent sunset and morning mists over Honday Bay.

The Kara-enan Restaurant is an Al Fresco dining hall that can seat 250 people. You can enjoy breakfast buffets with your family, feast on native specialties on a white sand atoll or dine under the stars while enjoying a cultural show.

The Paranarian Spa offers Filipino style treatments and massages. Read more about Dos Palmas on www.tuggystravel.com.

For special rates, email us at reservations@tuggystravel.com.

El Rio y Mar

El Rio y Mar Resort, located in San Jose, Coron, Palawan offers charming accommodations and resort facilities nestled in a beautiful bay with a breathtaking view of calm waters and rolling hills. The resort is an intimate and tranquil setting. All rooms are on the beach offering the best view of the sunset right from your own verandah.

Choose from 3 types of accommodation – Casa, Cedar Cabana and Native Cabana.

After taking a dip in the infinity pool, explore the resort’s other facilities such as the Sports House, Gift Shop, the Dugong Dive Center, library and video room or just surf the internet through WIFI. Feeling a little bit under the weather? Visit the in-house resort doctor in the resort’s clinic.

If you want to unwind, have something to eat or drink, head on over to Port Caltom’s Reef Bar or enjoy the cool ocean breeze in the al fresco restaurant.







You will definitely not get bored in El Rio Y Mar. They offer Coron Island Tours, Island Hopping, Island Escapades, Bottom Fishing, Water Sports, Hiking and Snorkelling.

For divers, you can visit a number of sites such as the Ship Wreck “Kyokuzan Maru” which is a Japanese freighter that measures about 152m long and lies almost upright. The main structures remain intact. It carries in one of its holds a car and truck. This wreck provides shelter to batfishes and substrate for the ubiquitous bivalves. Fusiliers, trevallies, barracudas and rays are occasionally seen.

You can also just relax and watch the 20 resident dugongs. For more adventurous types, visit the Apo Reef Natural Park which drops down to about 400m. The steep walls are well covered with corals, sponges, tunicates, nudibranchs and slugs. The coral formation at the plateau is magnificent. Green and hawksbill turtles, and a multitude of fish including damselfish, butterflyfish, batfish, surgeonfish, snappers, fusiliers and trevallies are common.

Another site worth visiting is Tara Island with its 7 new dive sites that are great spots for micro life and soft corals.

Finally, there’s Club Paradise House Reef with a depth of 3-17m. This meandering reef features different species of tunicates, sponges, sea stars and sea cucumbers. An aggregation of giant clams (Tridacna spp., mostly endangered) is located at 12 m.

Email us at reservations@tuggystravel.com for the best rates.

The Peacock Garden Luxury Resort & Spa

The peacock is a symbol of love, royalty, kindness, prosperity, elegance and compassion. That's exactly what you'll get from The Peacock Garden Luxury Resort & Spa in Bohol and more.

The Peacock Garden is a blending of cultures. You get the best of both East and West, old and new.

Here's a glimpse of the rooms:

You can choose from Superior, Deluxe, Premier and The Peacock Suite. All rooms are air conditioned and feature either a King Bed or Twin Beds, a cable TV with DVD player, a mini-bar and Wifi. The Peacock Suite has an indoor lounge area, spacious bathroom, a magnificent view of the sea, a living room and a dining table for 4 making your stay in The Peacock Suite a very luxurious one.

There are a lot of things to do in The Peacock Garden. For starters, you can relax in the infinity pool:

If food is your passion, dine in style at The Old Heidelberg Restaurant where a gustatory delight of Eastern and Western Cuisine await you. Experience a dose of history in this restaurant inspired by the Philippines's National Hero, Dr. Jose Rizal. Old fencing memorabilia adorn the walls while the original living room set where Dr. Rizal once sat are displayed.

The Hemingway Lounge is a tribute to famous cigar-loving personalities throughout history and is named after one of the most famous poets of all time, Ernest Hemingway. Here, you can enjoy a fine selection of international and local cigars and liquor.

Wine aficionados must visit The Bacchus Wine Cellar where the finest selection of wines from all over the world are offered. The warmth of the old-world inspired cellar is complemented with live performances and dishes to bring the best out of your favorite wines. 

Party on the dance floor or belt out your favorite Karaoke tunes at Pim's Pub. Start the night right with a glass of the famous house drink, Pim's Number One then follow up with a couple of delicious German beers then party the night away.

After a night of partying and recreation, wind down at the Fontana Aurelia Spa. Fontana Aurelia is Latin for "golden fountain"

Feel like a god or goddess with their full body massages, body treatments and masks; and spa facials aptly named Helen, Zeus, Hera, Venus, Apollo and Eirene. The spa only uses all-natural Pevonia Botanica luxury products. Clients may also choose to upgrade to the Spa Suite, which has a private Jacuzzi tub that overlooks both the forest and the ocean.

The province of Bohol is known worldwide for its famous Chocolate Hills and the Tarsier which is the world's  smallest primate. Want more? Cruise down the Loboc River while enjoying a leisurely lunch. See the beaches of Panglao, go island hopping and marvel at snorkel and dive sites teeming with marine life. 

Can't wait to go there? Send an email to reservations@gmail.com to book your holiday.

Red Coconut Boracay

The Red Coconut Beach Hotel offers comfortable accommodations and gracious hospitality to each and every guest. The highlight of the hotel is their very own BEACHFRONT SWIMMING POOL that balances their ideal location with the white sands of BORACAY.

Red Coconut Beach Hotel has 45 rooms equipped with LCD TV, Mini Bar, telephone, hot and cold shower. Most of the rooms have a private verandah/balcony. It has established and maintained a steady clientele of both foreign and local guests. 

Choose from beach front or garden view accommodations:

Deluxe

Executive

Premier

Superior

Suite

For the Garden View Accommodation, you can choose from Aircon, Deluxe and Family. 

The hotel also has a restaurant, a bar and an island activity center to make your stay a most enjoyable one. If you're raring to go on a few activities, try parasailing, eco-tours, dive safari, island hopping, scuba diving and horseback riding. For relaxation, try golf, the glass bottom boat tour or just get a professional massage for the ultimate relaxation. 

For the best rates, text me at 0928 5546564 or email us at reservations@tuggystravel.com. 

Oxford Suites Makati

Escape the city's heat and relax at Oxford Suites Makati.

Oxford Suites is a 27-story, 232-room boutique lodging patterned after the boutique hotels of Los Angeles and London. It is only minutes away from the commercial and business district of the city.

Choose from Executive or Deluxe Rooms, Junior, One Bedroom and O-Suites.

The hotel has a Coffee Shop and a Restaurant that offers a wide variety of international cuisine. 

There are various Wi-Fi hotspots all throughout the hotel so you can conduct your business at ease. For your conferences, the Hampton Rooms are readily-equipped function rooms that can seat 100 persons. The Business Center on the other hand provides complete executive support such as internet, secretarial services, duplicating, photocopying, faxing and courier coordination.

Other services include a masseuse on call and airport transfers. There's also a gym that is open from 6 am to 10 pm. 

If you want a quick escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, email us at reservations@tuggystravel.com or text us at 0928 5546564.

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The Bale Indonesia

Hi there boys and girls! Take advantage of the last days of summer by taking a trip outside the country. You need not go too far to enjoy your vacation. One great summer destination is The Bale Indonesia.

The Balé is a 29-pavilion retreat where you can revitalize your soul. Each pavilion has its own private swimming pool and modern interiors. Stroll through peaceful white – walled courtyards and pass refreshing water pools. The spa offers unique holistic treatments and well-being programs. Dine on the freshest organic produce after a rejuvenating treatment.

 

There are 3 types of Pavilions. The Single Pavilions offer round the clock personal butler service. There are in-room safes available for your valuables. There’s a mini bar and coffee/tea making facilities. There is an indoor and outdoor shower. Internet connection is also available. 

The Deluxe Single Pavilion has a golf and lagoon view. Personal butler service is also available 24 hours. All the features of the Single Pavilion can be found here. For entertainment, there’s a DVD player, large LCD TV and an LCD TV in the bathroom. There is a standing bathtub available aside from the indoor and outdoor showers. Wi-Fi is also available.

There are only 3 Double Pavilions. All have 24-hour personal butler service and all the amenities and facilities of the Deluxe Single Pavilion.

 For dining, you can choose from Faces Restaurant and Bliss Restaurant. Faces is the gourmet restaurant by the main poolside. It features an open kitchen that serves freshly baked goodies and brewed coffee for breakfast, high quality seafood for lunch and light cuisine for dinner. Bliss Restaurant, on the other hand, is located at The Spa and specializes in light and nutritious spa cuisine. Bliss offers a selection of nourishing dishes and drinks to complement the treatments and therapies of the spa. If chilling out is your thing, visit the Fluid Bar & Lounge set by the main pool.

If you want special discounts at The Bale Indonesia, text me at 0928 5546564. Mention Tuggy's Travel Blog for great deals! Email us as well at reservations@tuggystravel.com.

Hilton Cebu Resort & Spa

Had a rough day with the elections? Why not cool off at Hilton Cebu Resort & Spa this weekend!

The Hilton Cebu Resort & Spa is a Meditteranean-inspired enclave set on its own private beach on Mactan Island. It offers white sandy beaches, year-round summer weather and exceptional diving and snorkelling.

The resort is just ten minutes from Mactan International Airport and 25 minutes from cosmopolitan Cebu City, offering vibrant nightlife, extensive shopping and 24-hour casinos. 

Guests can choose from Art Deco-style Suites, Deluxe Rooms and Executive Rooms. The Suites feature sea views, a balcony, a living room and a Jacuzzi. All rooms have high speed internet. The Two Bed Ocean Suite has a second bedroom and bathroom plus a dining area.

The Deluxe rooms offer sea views, a balcony, a seating area and a DVD player. Executive Rooms are spacious rooms offering sea views, a seating area, work area and Executive Lounge access with complimentary continental breakfast and refreshments.

Hilton offers services and facilities for your convenience. They have business facilities and secretarial services for the travelling businessman. If you’re with the family, they have babysitting and child care services. For your comfort and convenience, they have ATM’s, gift shops, activity desks, salons, etc. 

For the ultimate dining experience, choose from the hotels 5 restaurants and bars, featuring open kitchens designed by the renowned Dan Kwan.

Manny O's Wine & Tapas 

The restaurant is surrounded by sea and perched at the end of the wharf. It has a relaxing and intimate ambiance, designed in red and black with low lighting and dramatic canvasses. Enjoy tapas with a mix of both European and Asian influences at this unique Cebu Restaurant.

Seas restaurant 

Savor dinner at this exquisitely designed contemporary Cebu restaurant, where marble complements steel and blue glass. Italian influences add flavor but fresh fish is the real catch of the day at the Hilton Cebu Resort and Spa's Seas Restaurant.

Vanilla Beach Café 

Vanilla Beach Café offers an all-day dining experience in a contemporary colonial setting. The a la Carte menu offers Mediterranean and Filipino flavors while themed dinners add global spice. Enjoy daily buffets served from the open kitchen.

Pink Lobby Bar 

Huge palms, beach views and powder-pink walls lend an air of grandeur to this Parisian-style bar. Sit beneath the huge ceilings with cocktails, tea and light snacks or host a relaxed business meeting at the Hilton Cebu Resort and Spa's Pink Lobby Bar.

Sapphire Pool Bar 

Watch the sun set from this tropical Cebu bar and enjoy snacks, fruit shakes, iced coffees and cocktails while overlooking the infinity pool. Guests relax at this open-air pink pagoda with panoramic ocean views at the Hilton Cebu Resort and Spa.

If you want to get discounted rates, text me at 0928 5546564. Mention Tuggy's Travel Blog in your SMS for the best deals! Email us as well at reservations@tuggystravel.com.