Gone South: Staycation at Somerset Alabang Manila

Third Friday of the month:  Fun and Recreation / Staycation

Are you in the holiday mood na? Planning a trip or staycation during the Christmas break? Well, if you are, consider staying in a premier serviced residence like Somerset Alabang. We've had our fair share of staycations around the metro and there's something about the charm of the south that makes it my preferred destination when looking for a place to unwind away from home.

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Foodie Finds at Cafe Madrigal in Somerset Alabang

First Friday of the month: Restaurant / Cafe / Foodie Finds

December na, and this season is all about gift-giving and lots of eating! I have not prepared any new dish or dessert that I feel worthy of serving during holiday parties. Instead, I am sharing my foodie discoveries at Cafe Madrigal and Bar from our recent staycation at the first serviced residence in the south, Somerset Alabang Manila.

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Family Friday: Revisiting Acacia Hotel in Alabang

Second Friday of the month: Kids / Bonding / Parenting

"Remember the giant gingerbread house in the hotel? Is it still there?" The girl vividly recalled our memorable post-Christmas stay-cation at the new Acacia Hotel Manila two years ago when I told her we've been invited to stay over for some R & R. That was our first time to spend a family weekend in the southern city of Alabang. We were treated like kings and queens during our stay at Acacia Hotel, so naturally, we were all too excited to go back for a quick weekend getaway.

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Family Friday: Our Holiday Stay at Acacia Hotel

Second Friday of the month: Kids / Family / Parenting

The most wonderful time of the year is over, and now we're starting another year.  Time flies so fast and the next thing we know, we're counting the days 'til Christmas again!

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The recent holiday season was festive, stressful, joyous, and tiring all the same time - at least for my family.  One awesome thing that came out of the break was a welcome respite at Acacia Hotel Manila, where my family of four was treated to an overnight accommodation after Christmas.

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