Celebrating the holidays at The Peninsula Manila
WITH The Peninsula Manila transformed into a festive destination, enjoy a Manila holiday getaway this season with the special Pen Days of Christmas room package. The magic of the holidays starts when checking into a luxurious guest room or suite where no expense has been spared to ensure the guest’s health and well-being. Junior guests will also be gifted with a story and activity book from Looking for Juan that is the result of years of collaborative efforts with Filipino creatives to promote children’s literacy. For every confirmed stay, The Pen together with Looking for Juan will donate an extra book to children from underprivileged communities. The Pen Days of Christmas room package includes complimentary daily breakfast for two adults and two children ages six to 12 at The Lobby. During the festive staycation, take time to indulge in other award-winning dining, take a dip at the breezy outdoor pool, schedule a work out at The Peninsula Fitness Center, or book a relaxing massage. The Pen Days of Christmas room package starts at P6,500 for a Deluxe Room (inclusive of taxes). For inquiries or further information on The Peninsula Manila’s Pen Days of Christmas room package, call 8887-2888 (trunk line), extension 6630 (Room Reservations), e-mail ReservationPMN@peninsula.com, visit Stories from The Tree | The Peninsula Manila, or talk via PenChat, The Peninsula Manila’s 24-hour e-concierge by using this link: https://bit.ly/PenChatFacebook.
Christmas at Edsa Shangri-La
EDSA Shangri-La, Manila ushers in the yuletide season with a special staycation in a Deluxe Room starting at P6,000++ per night. Enjoy breakfast for two persons, guaranteed early check-in at 8 a.m., in-room wired Internet and Wi-Fi access, complimentary use of the lagoon-shaped swimming pool, Aqua Play and kiddie pool with slide, and access to the world-class Health Club. This offer is available until Dec. 31. The property has also been awarded with the Safety Seal by the Department of Tourism, acknowledging the hotel’s effort to meet protocols and regulations set by the government. For reservations and inquiries, call 8633-8888 or e-mail manilaedsa@shangri-la.com.
Take a private flight to vacation island
TAKE off on a private jet, helicopter, or single-engine aircraft by Ascent Flights Global to the exclusive and all-villa Banwa Private Island. Ascent features more private air options for a luxurious and seamless experience, whether flying directly to the island or through any of Palawan domestic airports. Every charter flight is tailored to the guest’s needs, meticulously organized from inquiry until well after arrival. The most favored and convenient charter flight from Manila to Banwa Private Island is through an eight-seater Cessna Grand Caravan EX seaplane, landing directly on the doorstep of the exclusive resort. Complementing the seaplane and multiple helicopter options, newly available Ascent aircraft include the Cessna Turbo 206H suitable for small groups of up to five passengers and perfect for adventure travels with its versatility and cargo space. Meanwhile, the Cessna 172SP Skyhawk for three passengers is considered as the most successful aircraft for its reliability and comfort. For groups of up to eight passengers, the Swiss crafted Pilatus PC-12NG offers the ultra-modern cabin experience, equipped with what is needed to relax, work or share in-flight moments. For guests wishing to share a private island experience with larger parties of up to 14, the Gulfstream jet is the aircraft of choice. Roundtrip private flight rates start from $5,700 from Manila to San Vicente, the closest airport to the island, with onward journey in a premium sports utility vehicle followed by a short and scenic speedboat transfer to the island. For more information and reservations, contact the reservations team through mobile/WhatsApp: 0917-888-2864, send an e-mail to reservations@banwaprivateisland.com or visit www.banwaprivateisland.com. For air and land transfer inquiries or bookings, e-mail banwa@ascent.flights or visit www.ascent.flights.
