Hotel Benilde Maison De Manila

Stayed overnight at the Hotel Benilde Maison De Manila a couple weeks ago. Honestly I was skeptical about this because most hospitality establishments run by schools fail to impress because of the quality of work they put in on these joints especially in the Philippines. Not that I'm putting anyone down but the battering average is low in my books, so they don't end up in my blog for more reasons than one.

This place is right smack in the middle of Manila. It sticks out among aged buildings in the area because this one is just fresh, new, like an oasis in the desert. You will feel right at home. Albeit very strict upon checking in, you won't spend that much time in the lobby because they have systems in place. The kind gentlemen even offered to carry my bag upstairs - even if in my head I just wanted to take a break, shower and sleep.

I took a breather and saw this waiting for me on the top floor. The crisp white covers and warm lights was just inviting, I practically slept til around 4 ish to get ready for my other events slated that day. 

I placed my UE Red Warriors cap on the work table, they have ample WiFi and several cable channels to keep my mind off things. The couch beside the window was my favorite place, the Manila skyline didn't look bad after all when you're on top of this building. Check out this video I made of my stay and the events that occurred that day. Enjoy!

To you it may have looked like a jump-off point to other things in the district, but those couple hours I spent in Hotel Benilde Maison De Manila got me going the whole day, plus they've got really great breakfast choices in the morning, I didn't want to miss every bit of that. So I did indulge!

They passed my fried egg test which I do in a lot of hotels just to see if they follow cooking instructions because I prefer mine super well done and crispy, and they did just that! Overall, I felt taken cared of and comfy, I didn't know they had these hotels in Manila. If you also check their rates, they are super cheap for the room I got. 

Now don’t you even think that they are not thinking of you because Hotel Benilde has specials prepared for you this Christmas. Check out their promos during this holiday season!

Dinner during New Years Eve at 899 plus cocktails, I'm there!

Overnight stay for 5K and a breakfast buffet, how can you not do this?!

Finding a spot for your Christmas Party? This fits the bill!

More deals for longer stays, this almost looks like a giveaway. You should!

More deals for longer stays, this almost looks like a giveaway. You should!

Go check them out at HotelBenilde.com if you want to experience Manila and save a bunch on rates and food, this might be the best thing for you!

I enjoyed that short stay, you will too!

KUMAGCOW

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Now Available on Talk ’N Text: PisoNet

Image not mine. From Smart.com.ph's website.

It's funny to stumble upon something that would be important for students that I know in Smart's website. I went to college with a measly daily allowance but that didn't stop me from getting Internet connection when I needed it. Don't ask me when but even then I figured mobile data wasn't even existent at these speeds, let alone being used quite extensively for everyday activities. I envy them now.

It's because a new mobile platform has been developed by the people from Smart Communications Inc. Soon, they would be able to offer Internet access for as low as P 1.00. Crazy right? but it's real. They call it “PisoNet” and they will initially offer this to Talk ’N Text (TNT) subscribers. Upon subscription, they would be able to access to all applications and websites on smart phones at the rate of P 1.00 for every 10 minutes. You would however have the exception of video streaming sites and file-sharing activities which usually hog bandwidth. I think that's a fair deal if all you are after is research or small things for school. You can also use if for social networks or just when you want to talk and chat with your friends on this medium. It's way cheaper than the ordinary 5 pesos per 15 minute rate you usually are charged regularly. That means, they'll help more Filipinos who have mobile phones gain access to the Internet without breaking the bank. 

Charles A. Lim, EVP and Head of the Wireless Consumer Division at Smart says “Now, one peso is all you need to access the Internet. PisoNet thus brings the many benefits of the Internet to more Filipinos nationwide, especially those who are accessing the Internet for the first time using their phones."

They are also making this part of the PowerApp. It's Smart's own platform for mobile Internet packages. Users can purchase Internet bundles such as Social, Photo, Email, Chat and individual apps that you can get as low as P5 a day.

So go ahead and try PisoNet by texting PISONET to 5555. If you want to use Smart's PowerApp, check out their special offers at www.smart.com.ph/powerapp. It's that easy. Yes, this P 1.00 Internet rate has been studied quite well and might make mobile Internet connection in these segments as regular as buying shampoo sachets in neighborhood stores.

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An Easy, Fun Filled Galactic Easter at Marriott Hotel Manila!

There are several things that I need to do in order to celebrate Easter with kids this season. Wake up, wash my face, take tons of time in the market, prepare everything first, then cook. After that you need to also take time and paint all the eggs you need to hide from these smart ones then let them feast and celebrate the coming of Christ into this world. That entails thousands of pesos, plus labor and time that I don't really have. It's a good thing there are several establishments who are already aware of this problem and make necessary arrangements to make that one day for the kids very special. 

At Marriott Hotel Manila there is a Big Bang Stay package for only P10, 980 net and this includes two tickets to the Lost in Space Easter Party and Game Zoo credits at the Newport Mall. This promo runs from April 1 to 10 with minimum two nights stay. Or you can opt for the great Easter Party for only P500 (kid) and P1, 000 (adult) entrance fees. This event has been packed since 2010 and it'll be even bigger this year! There will be games, prizes and surprises awaiting those who want to avail of these promos. World class Executive Chef Meik Brammer has prepared a spectacular menu to the delight of kids and their families. They will also take home lots of goodies from Marriott and different vendors so you're surely get your money's worth and MORE! Or if you prefer a more intimate setting, you can avail of the Marriott Cafe experience for only 2,500 pesos inclusive of one Lost in Space Easter party ticket. Their brunch buffet is quite a grand spread and you'll choose between fourteen different food stations so you know your degustation is just starting!  

Need I say more? Make sure you call Marriott Hotels Manila and reserve a spot on their highly awaited Easter Party, it's the best advice I could give you this lent.

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