Taking a trip to Pasay City, Philippines? Make sure to look for a hotel near Mall of Asia and NAIA airport to enjoy utmost comfort and convenience. It will not hurt also if you'll check out these travel guides and tourist information for Manila-bound travelers that highlight several travel tips, shopping guides, and must-see attractions.
A. Travel Tips
1. Secure your accommodation ahead.
Most hotels in Pasay offer easy and quick room reservations with value-for-money packages. Take advantage of these treats and book a lodging at least 2 days in advance.
2. Pre-book airport transfer.
Upon reserving an accommodation, ask your hotel if they offer airport transfer services. The Mabuhay Manor, for instance, entitles guests a 1-way airport transfer for a confirmed booking.
3. Pack a water bottle.
Remember that the Philippines is a tropical country. You'll need to hydrate and cool down as you walk in the streets of Manila especially if you're taking a trip during the summer months.
4. Bring loose change.
Commuting via local transportation or haggling for cheaper buys when shopping will be a lot easier if you have loose change, so don't forget to break your bills into smaller denominations.
B. Top Attractions
Make the most of your vacation in Pasay City by exploring the following places of interests:
1. Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) – a prime venue for local and international concerts, stage plays, and events
2. Luneta Park – a family-friendly attraction that features the Rizal Monument, Light and
Sound Complex, Artists’ Haven art gallery, and National Library
3. Intramuros – Manila's historic center and oldest district where you can find the Manila Cathedral, Casa Manila, and Palacio del Gobernador
4. Museo Pambata – a children’s museum that presents interactive activities; it operates from 9am to 5pm (Tuesdays to Saturdays) and 1pm to 5pm (Sundays)
5. Manila Ocean Park – an educational facility that features marine life attractions
C. Shopping Guide
Here's a list of the shopping centers around Pasay City for those who wish to indulge in a shopping spree.
1. Robinson’s Place Ermita – a popular mall that houses specialty stores, which are perfect for last-minute shopping
2. Baclaran Shopping Malls – a wholesale and retail goods collective area; the go-to place of frugal travelers
3. Duty Free Shop, Paranaque – a duty- and tax- free shopping center that sells imported goods and provides a number of services
4. SM Mall of Asia – a shopping complex that has 4 buildings linked by walkways; it offers dining, entertainment, and recreational facilities
Note: Choose to stay in a hotel near Mall of Asia (MOA) to relish a central location that warrants the most fulfilling holiday in town.
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4 Exciting Family Destinations in Metro Manila
From The Mabuhay Manor, a hotel in Pasay City, Philippines near the airport, families can easily head to different tourist spots in Metro Manila that will pique the interest of both parents and kids. Depending on how much time they have in their hands, they can schedule a cultural excursion, food trip, historical tour, or — more often than not — a bonding activity with a bit of everything in between.
Here are some of the family-friendly destinations in the metro.
1. Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP)
Theatrical productions, art exhibits, film festival launches and screenings, international concerts, and awarding ceremonies take place in CCP on a regular basis. It's a great place to learn about classical and emerging art forms. CCP also offers parents the perfect venue to teach children how to appreciate cultural ideas and practices different from the ones they were raised with.
2. Chinatown, Binondo
Families who love to go on long walks and appreciate good meals together can plan a trip to Chinatown in Binondo, Manila. Established in 1594, the oldest Chinatown in the world has grown to be the center of businesses run by Filipino-Chinese merchants. Aside from the distinct architecture, the area also boasts of restaurants that serve savory dishes, famous bakeries, alternative medicine shops, and historical sites. Among the must-visit spots in Binondo are the Plaza San Lorenzo Ruiz and Binondo Church.
3. Intramuros
The famous walled city is the oldest and most historic area in the Manila. Within its walls, kids and their parents can explore old church ruins, historical structures, antique shops, art galleries, museums, and Fort Santiago. After a day of walking or riding the calesa and taking a lot of pictures, they can have a picnic in one of the vacant lots in the area. They can also experience how it's like to dine in the Spanish times by trying out one of the themed restaurants there.
4. Rizal Park
It is almost imperative for any tourist in Manila to take a picture, or a selfie, at Rizal Park. Aside from a family picture in front of the monument, kids and parents will enjoy the themed gardens, musical fountain show, and informative exhibits in the area. National Museum, which is located on one side of the Park, will also prove to be an entertaining and educational destination for the entire family.
After a fun-filled tour of the cities that make up Metro Manila, the whole family can troop back to their Pasay accommodation, The Mabuhay Manor.
Here are some of the family-friendly destinations in the metro.
1. Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP)
Theatrical productions, art exhibits, film festival launches and screenings, international concerts, and awarding ceremonies take place in CCP on a regular basis. It's a great place to learn about classical and emerging art forms. CCP also offers parents the perfect venue to teach children how to appreciate cultural ideas and practices different from the ones they were raised with.
2. Chinatown, Binondo
Families who love to go on long walks and appreciate good meals together can plan a trip to Chinatown in Binondo, Manila. Established in 1594, the oldest Chinatown in the world has grown to be the center of businesses run by Filipino-Chinese merchants. Aside from the distinct architecture, the area also boasts of restaurants that serve savory dishes, famous bakeries, alternative medicine shops, and historical sites. Among the must-visit spots in Binondo are the Plaza San Lorenzo Ruiz and Binondo Church.
3. Intramuros
The famous walled city is the oldest and most historic area in the Manila. Within its walls, kids and their parents can explore old church ruins, historical structures, antique shops, art galleries, museums, and Fort Santiago. After a day of walking or riding the calesa and taking a lot of pictures, they can have a picnic in one of the vacant lots in the area. They can also experience how it's like to dine in the Spanish times by trying out one of the themed restaurants there.
4. Rizal Park
It is almost imperative for any tourist in Manila to take a picture, or a selfie, at Rizal Park. Aside from a family picture in front of the monument, kids and parents will enjoy the themed gardens, musical fountain show, and informative exhibits in the area. National Museum, which is located on one side of the Park, will also prove to be an entertaining and educational destination for the entire family.
After a fun-filled tour of the cities that make up Metro Manila, the whole family can troop back to their Pasay accommodation, The Mabuhay Manor.
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