Hotel Experience: Spa Journey

Voted World’s Best Island in 2013 and 2015, Palawan, often referred to as the last ecological frontier of the Philippines, has much to offer its visitors. Officially the Province of Palawan, it is an island province that is located in the Mimaropa region.

The biggest island in the Philippines, Palawan. It is part of an archipelago with more than 1700 islands on the western side of the country and its eco diversity includes grasslands, jungles, mountains and pristine beaches.

The northern part is characterised by incredible clear waters, white beaches that line the coast and many species of flora and fauna.

One of the most visited places, El Nido, is known for its sandy beaches, coral reefs and is the gateway to the Bacuit archipelago, a group of islands with steep limestone cliffs. The area has many dive sites, including Dilumacad Island’s long tunnel leading to an underwater cavern.

When El Nido is crowded during the peak seasons and you prefer a quieter environment, Taytay is a great place to visit. It has loads of things for visitors to do. You can swim in the many hidden lagoons, kayak on beautiful Lake Manguao, swim around the beautiful waterfalls, snorkel or island hop.

The capital of the province is the coastal city of Puerto Princesa. It is a great base from where visitors can take boat trips through the huge limestone caves as well as the underground river in Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park. Around the city are great dive sites that are only five to 40 minutes from the beach inside Puerto Princesa Bay with the closest being White Beach and Red Cliff. They offer slopes and walls just seven metres under the surface where colourful fish, turtles and rays can be seen. Not to be missed is a visit to the 19th-century Immaculate Concepcion Cathedral.

The cheapest option for getting around Palawan is by local jeepneys and tricycles. Getting from one island to another is possible with daily boat trips available. Car and van rentals are also available.

Whatever your reasons for visiting Manila, you’re sure to delight in one of the 401 modern guestrooms and suites at the Novotel Manila Araneta City.

Be it for business or pleasure, Novotel Manila Araneta City is the perfect base to explore Quezon City, located right beside the iconic Smart Araneta Coliseum and a few steps from Gateway Mall, New Frontier Theater and the farmers market.

Discover modern decor and ergonomic comfort in rooms and suites. Rooms feature a work area, sofa, LED flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities, bathroom with hand and rain shower featuring electronic glass curtains, and free Wi-Fi. Spacious suites include a separate living room and en suite bathroom with bathtub. Guests in Executive Rooms and Suites also enjoy access to the Premier Lounge with benefits including all-day refreshments, breakfast, afternoon tea and evening cocktails.

Enjoy delicious cuisine and drinks without leaving the confines of the hotel. A kaleidoscope of colours and a vibrant setting await you for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and anytime in between, at the Food Exchange Manila. In this culinary theatre, talented chefs show off their skills at six interactive cooking stations: Japanese, Chinese, Indian, grill, international favourites and desserts. GourmetBar by Novotel is a chic and laid back lounge offering savoury snacks, coffee and trendy cocktails. Delight in sweet treats at Indulge. For lazy days by the pool or hot nights dancing to the DJ’s beat, The 6th Pool Bar & Lounge is the place to be seen. The newly opened Sabor Bar Devinos Wine and Tapas Bar is the latest addition to the hotel.

Get your heart pumping at InBalance Fitness, relax by one of the outdoor pools, then head to the InBalance Spa for luxurious pampering from head to toe. The kids club offers endless fun, and in the lobby and the Premier Lounge you’ll find interactive play areas. The sixth floor is devoted to children with an outdoor children’s pool and playground.

Novotel Manila focuses on making your event special with indoor and outdoor venues fully-equipped to host all types of occasions, from business conferences and seminars to glamorous galas and weddings. There are seven function rooms, a ballroom that can be divided into three separate halls, and the Versailles Garden and Tent, with Manila’s skyline as your backdrop.

Dusit Thani Manila offers timeless Thai hospitality and Filipino creativity in the heart of Metro Manila.

Here discover the serenity of a tropical oasis where the synergy of inspirations makes up the luxurious experience that Dusit Thani Manila offers.

Located in Makati City, Metro Manila’s financial district and commercial hub, Dusit Thani Manila offers the perfect location for a well-balanced stay, combining modern facilities and communication systems for business, accommodations of utmost comfort, as well as the most luxurious amenities for relaxation, dining and wining, and pleasure.

Treat yourself to a luxurious break with a selection of accommodation options. At Dusit Thani Manila, each of the 500 rooms and suites combine comfort and elegance. The interiors reflect a modern design scheme with stylised renditions of classical Thai art to provide a subtly elegant sense of decoration, colour and aesthetics.

Dusit Thani Manila takes pride in its selection of food and beverage outlets that present a host of exciting flavours, ambience and outstanding dining experience. The Pantry, with its unique farmto-fork experience, delivers freshness of ingredients and authentic flavours. Umu Japanese Restaurant welcomes lovers of Japanese food to a relaxing ambience with the hush and stillness of first-rate Japanese restaurants. The exotic flavours of Thai cuisine come alive in one of Manila’s most iconic restaurants, the magnificent Benjarong Thai Restaurant.

The Dusit Thani Manila is one of the city’s most ideal venues for business meetings and conventions. Situated within the vicinity of the Makati Central Business District, it enjoys proximity to leading international and local financial and business offices. With 12 meeting and banquet rooms in an elegant setting, Dusit Thani Manila offers excellent banquet and event services for any type of gathering.

For an experience that’s truly rejuvenating, the Devarana Spa is worth the visit. In this haven, guests can indulge the senses with a host of treatments, such as traditional Thai massages, as well as other forms of therapeutic treatments to relax the mind, soothe the spirit, and heal the body.

For business or pleasure, or the enjoyment of both, Dusit Thani Manila offers the amenities, the service, and the experience for a luxurious stay that will be remembered for a long time.

Unrivalled charm, elegance, and contemporary luxury, Raffles Makati is a legendary oasis of sophistication nestled in the prestigious financial and cultural hub of the Makati district.

The hotel is within walking distance to fashionable boutiques, fine-dining establishments, countless historical and cultural attractions, and glamorous nightlife.

The 32 spacious suites are reflective of the local culture. They offer a sense of warmth with wooden flooring, oriental carpets, state-of-the-art technology, and floor-to-ceiling windows that command impressive views of the cityscape. Suite configurations include the Raffles Artists Suite, Raffles Authors Suite, Raffles Legacy Suite, and the Raffles Presidential Suite.

Combining the best of local flavours and dishes from around the world, each of the hotel’s restaurants and bars has a unique atmosphere. For a feel of Raffles tradition, the Writers Bar offers themed afternoon teas in a parlour-like setting. Being the favourite nook of the notable authors, the Writers Bar is the venue of book launches and readings. Inspired by its namesake, Raffles Singapore, the Long Bar is home to the Singapore Sling and the bespoke Raffles 1915 Gin.

Sip on signature cocktails surrounded by Philippine art in a Malayan plantation inspired setting. Mirèio, a brasserie-style restaurant, is an ode to the famed French coast and countryside. Mistral Rooftop Bar boasts panoramic views of the city.

Also found in the complex is Spectrum, which offers a buffet spread of international cuisine served from a live culinary theatre. The poolside bar tempts you with its seasonal menu and beverages, for the perfect end to your dining experience.

The hotel is the perfect location for weddings, meetings, and events featuring a diverse choice of meeting and dining options. A dedicated team is available to meet all your needs and make your event unforgettable.

The luxurious spa retreat offers signature treatments designed to promote inner peace and serenity, complete with an open-air swimming pool overlooking the vibrant city.

Raffles Makati is situated within a 30-floor tower that also houses the Raffles Residences with 237 one to four-bedroom suites and the 280-room Fairmont Makati.

Indulge in the classical charms of the Concorde Hotel Singapore.

Affordable luxury

In the heart of Singapore’s bustling business, shopping and entertainment district, on the famous Orchard Road, Concorde Hotel combines the finest location with unparalleled levels of service and attention, offering visitors to Singapore the ultimate in affordable luxury.

With contemporary touches of elegance, a total of 407 rooms and suites are designed to meet the needs of both business and leisure travellers. Each guestroom is equipped with complimentary Wi-Fi, a work area, built-in wardrobe and modern amenities to ensure a comfortable stay in Singapore.

The hotel completed a full refurbishment and renovation project for all the guestrooms in late 2017. The rooms now have a modem bathroom layout, new wallpaper and carpet, featuring lighter hues, improved in-room lightings and a range of other upgraded amenities. With the concept of an urban oasis, the Deluxe Plus rooms are designed with a neutral colour palette consisting of warm earth tones to exude warmth and cosiness. Each room is tastefully decorated to create a home-away-from-home experience for guests.

The well-furnished Premier Suites are glossed with a modern look yet elegant luxurious vibes. Premier guests have access to the exclusive Premier Lounge, where you can sit back and relax in one of the comfortable couches and leisurely browse through a wide selection of newspapers and magazines while enjoying light snacks and drinks. The Premier Lounge also features a work area endowed with high-speed internet access and a private meeting room is available upon request.

For exceptional dining, Spices Cafe presents an interesting mix of local and Western cuisines. The extensive menus will spoil diners with a wide variety of tantalising meats, seafood, local delights and desserts. Spices Bar is also the perfect place to wind down with a tipple or two after a long day. Relax at the poolside restaurant and tuck into healthy salads or sandwiches. Wash it down with freshly squeezed tropical juices and cool cocktails. Soak up the sun and take occasional dips in the pool.

Be it a work seminar, wedding banquet, company dinner and dance or simply a business meeting in Singapore, Concorde Singapore offers top class meeting and event facilities with more than 1,278 square metres of event spaces and a full team of banquet and conference coordinator to attend to your needs.