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thehungrykat1 · 5 months ago

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The First Tagaytay Food and Wine Festival Kicks Off With The Grand Tasting

Tagaytay has always been a favorite local destination for those looking for a quick getaway from the city. It's not just a place for relaxation but a foodie haven as well with all the new restaurants that recently opened. That's why this is the perfect time to hold the first ever Tagaytay Food and Wine Festival which just held its grand launch last July 12, 2024 at Anya Resort Tagaytay.

For two weekends from July 12 to July 21, 2024, the chefs and restaurants that have helped mold Tagaytay's storied dining culture will convene at Tagaytay Food and Wine Festival 2024 for a series of events designed to spotlight the finest aspects of the city's gastronomic offerings. This is the biggest food event that has ever happened in Tagaytay and The Hungry Kat was invited to witness the opening of this culinary extravaganza.

The first event of the Tagaytay Food and Wine Festival 2024 happened last Friday with the Grand Tasting at Anya Resort. For P3,950 per person, guests embarked on a feast of flavors featuring Tagaytay's finest chefs and their signature dishes. I met up with my Ninang Bess Howe and foodie friend Nines Licad for an epic Tagaytay evening.

At its heart, the Tagaytay Food and Wine Festival is an exploration of the city’s journey from a scenic highland retreat to a culinary hotspot. Its unique geography and cool climate have played a crucial role in shaping its vibrant dining scene. This transformation has spurred the growth of culinary tourism. Many local and international tourists now come specifically to explore Tagaytay as a dining destination. Taal remains to be its muse, and the food has become its compass.

Each guest was given two stubs which they could use to get a glass of any of the premium wines on display at the venue. These included red wines, white wines, and sangria.

The main function room of Anya Resorts was where all the chefs set up their stations for guests to sample. My first stop was at Happy Ongpauco-Tiu's Pamana and Tsokolateria table which are both places that I often visit when I go to Tagaytay.

I got a selection of some of their popular items like the Hot Tsoko, Smoked Tinapa Pasta, and Molted Queso Bruschetta. This was just one of the more than 10 different stations that guests could try at the Grand Tasting

Aniela Tolentino's Binulo Restaurant featured Papaitan, Dried Shrimp, and Tibuk-Tibuk together with Papa Bolo Microbrewery's Pina Niña pineapple ale. Anya Resort's own Chris Leaning had the Satay Skewer and Grilled Iberia Pork while Taal Vista's Chef Jayme Natividad brought his Beef Shank Ravioli with homemade ricotta and leeks.

The rich heritage of View Park Hotel’s Siglo Restaurant also delighted guest's taste buds with their signature dishes. Dan Puga's Lula Cafe and Binggoy Remedios' Asador by Dos Mestizos were also present to showcase their offerings.

Another restaurant I enjoy going to at Tagaytay is Ribchon and I got to meet its Chef Tristan Bayani.

He served their famous ribs served in three delicious ways. First up was the Lechon Ribs with Tangled Rice, together with the Beer Barbecue Ribs and the Sinigang Ribs. These were probably the most popular items that evening.

Kalel Chan's Farmers Table and My Country House from the Raintree Restaurants served two very interesting dishes. The first was the Pineapple Ceviche with Coconut Ginger Emulsion and Basil Oil.

Chef Kalel also presented the Bull & Tendon Tartufata Cream Meat Pie with peeled tomato confit. Squeeze the cream into the meat pie first before biting away.

Chef Robby Goco of Elaia by Cyma featured the Avocado Salad and Kakavia or Greek Fisherman's Stew. There was also their Lamb Pilaf with Domates Salata, pickles and yogurt in garlic sauce.

I wasn't familiar yet with Reynaldo’s Smokehouse so I really wanted to try their barbecued centerpieces. The Smoked Pepper Rub Brisket and the Smoked Roast Beef were some of my favorites that night, especially with their tender and smokey meats.

Chef Rhea SyCip of Flour Pot Bistro & Bakery is one of the main organizers of the Tagaytay Food and Wine Festival so her cakes and desserts were also very popular. I really love her Tres Leches cake while my husband always enjoys her Strawberry Doughnuts.

I wasn't really able to try all the stations since there were just so many. Some others included View Park Hotel’s Siglo Restaurant, Dan Puga's Lula Cafe, and Binggoy Remedios' Asador by Dos Mestizos. The Slow Food Community Cavite was also there representing local farmers and showcasing their efforts to preserve and promote biodiversity, food heritage, and gastronomy.

Senator Loren Legarda also had a part in the inaugural Tagaytay Food and Wine Festival 2024 as she helps promote culinary tourism. The Harvest Dinner was held on July 13, 2024 at The Fatted Calf where chefs Jayjay SyCip, Rhea SyCip, and Pilgrim Davao’s Jeramie Go collaborated on a menu that featured the best of ingredients, expertly prepared.

On July 20, there will be an elegant six-hands dinner at Luxe at 180 by Chef Sau del Rosario for P4,500 per person. Cocktails start at 4:00pm with the breathtaking view of Tagaytay bathed in the warm glow of dusk. This Black Truffle, Caviar, and Wine dinner will be presented by world-class chefs including Australia’s Oliver Buenviaje, Emirate’s John Buenaventura, and our very own French-trained chef, Sau del Rosario.

The back-to-back weekends will close with the Heritage Buffet on July 21, 2024 at the Veranda Restaurant of Taal Vista Hotel. For P2,200, this unique lunch buffet features the combined talents of chef Jayme Natividad of Taal Vista Hotel and chefs Jayjay and Rhea SyCip of The Fatted Calf. Together, they'll create a delightful fusion of heritage dishes, showcasing the best of Filipino cuisine.

Capping off the festival is the inaugural Creative Bulalo Challenge. In collaboration with the Tagaytay City Tourism Council, restaurants from Tagaytay City will compete in this exciting culinary showdown, where participants will present their most innovative interpretation of the city’s beloved Bulalo. This competition will culminate in September 2024 at the iconic Tagaytay Picnic Grove.

Congratulations to the organizers and participants of the first Tagaytay Food and Wine Festival. This is just the beginning of this annual foodie event that will surely make Tagaytay an even more exciting culinary destination.

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takeoffphilippines · 6 months ago

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Nissan Teams Up with Department of Tourism for Landmark Gastronomy Tourism Forum in Asia-Pacific

In partnership with the Department of Tourism (DOT), Nissan Philippines has been assigned as the Official Mobility Partner for the 36th Joint Meeting of the UN Tourism Commission for East Asia and the Pacific and the UN Tourism Commission for South Asia (36th CAP-CSA) and the 1st UN Tourism Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism for Asia and the Pacific, held from June 26-28, 2024 in Cebu.

The Nissan Patrol on display at the forum

Held annually, the Joint Meetings of the UN Tourism Commission for East Asia and the Pacific and the UN Tourism Commission for South Asia aim to strengthen regional cooperation and discuss issues faced by tourism in the region. The event was attended by UN Tourism member states, associate members, affiliate members from the private sector, and other international and regional organizations, as well as representatives from the Office of the President.

This year's meeting was also held alongside the inaugural UN Tourism Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism for Asia and the Pacific, serving as a platform to celebrate the power of gastronomy tourism and bringing together destinations and international experts to exchange knowledge and the best practices in the sector, while also highlighting the unique culture and delicacies of the Philippines.

In collaboration with Nissan's local dealer partners at Nissan Cebu North under Nissan Cebu Distributors Inc., Nissan Cebu Central under AutoSynergy Inc., and Nissan Cebu South under the Gateway Group, 50 units of various models from Nissan's current lineup such as the Terra, Urvan, and the Kicks e-POWER Sport were provided to shuttle delegates around during the event.

Nissan Kicks e-POWER Sports utilized as shuttles for delegates

The Kicks e-POWER Sport is the brand's latest limited edition of the popular subcompact SUV. It offers a sportier appearance with its exclusive Galaxy Black paint color and bodykits consisting of silver-painted front, side, and rear skirts, as well as a silver-painted rear roof spoiler.

"We are proud to be partnered with the Department of Tourism as the event's official mobility partner," says Nissan Philippines President Yasuhisa Masuda. "Nissan and the DOT have always had a good relationship filled with collaboration, as seen in our different partnerships throughout the years and most recently with Drive Pinas. Together, we share the goal of encouraging local tourism, featuring the best of what the country has to offer."

In 2023, Nissan and the DOT renewed their partnership with Drive Pinas, having a common vision of promoting local tourism with the utilization of Nissan's vehicles. Drive Pinas aims to highlight the different destinations and cultures of the country, along with the promotion of more inclusive and sustainable tourism.

To learn more about Nissan vehicles, visit https://www.nissan.ph/..

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Nissan Philippines, Inc. (NPI) is the sole national sales company of Nissan in the Philippines. Since it began operations in 2014, NPI has become one of the top automotive companies in the country, and making the Philippines one of the key markets for Nissan globally.

NPI is committed to delivering Innovation that Excites to the Philippines market, through the introduction of new and exciting vehicles, innovative customer programs, and excellent customer service.

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delightfulkittenfun-blog · 3 years ago

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TAAL BATANGAS

📍HISTORY:

The town of Taal was founded by Augustinian friars in 1572. In 1575, the town transferred later to the edge of Domingo Lake, now Taal Lake in 1575. In 1754, Taal Volcano erupted endangering the town of Taal which stood at present day San Nicolas. Threatened by the new danger, the townspeople, together with the Agustinian Francisco Benchucillo, sought refuge in sanctuary of Caysasay. In 1955 the northern barriors of San Nicolas, Gipit, Bangin, Pansipit, Calangay, Sinturisan, Talang, Abilo, Balete, Bancora, Saimsim, Maabud, Mulawin, Tambo, Clumala, Alasas, Calawit, Pulangbato were seperated from Taal and formed into the municipality of San Nicolas.

📍GEOGRAPHY:

According to the Philippine Statistics authority, the municipality has a land area of 29.76 square kilometer (11.49 sq. mi) consisting 0.95% of the 3, 119.75- square- kilometer (1,204.54 sq. mi) total area of Batangas.

A dominant feature of the province of Batangas is Taal Lake. It covers an area of 270 square kilometer (100 sq. mi) and is draned by Pansipit River down into Balayan Bay. Pansipit is one of the major ecological highways that allow migration of two fish species: maliputo (Cranx ignobilis) and muslo (Cranx marginalis) which are unique to lake taal. Adult fish migrate to the sea from Taal Lake via Pansipit River and Palanas River in Lemery. The tawilis (Harengula tawilis) is fresh water sardine also endemic to Taal lake.

📍TOURISM SPOTS AND ITS HIGHLIGHT

📌BALISONG SHOP

Taal Batangas is Traditionally known for crafting balisong (butterfly knife)

Perfecto de Leon started balisong making in the province in early 1900’s until the industry boom.

The Taal became known as the Balisong Capital of the Philippines

The word Balisong was derived from tagalog word baling sungay which means broken horn when translated: Bali means break song means is Sungay which means horn of animals

📌BURDANG TAAL WEDDING GOWNS AND BARONG

Taal known as Barong Tagalog Capital of the Philippines

Refers to the tradition of hand embroidery since the turn of the century executed on fabric, especially on Jusi and Pina, and more popularly sought for the Barong Tagalog worn by the Filipino gentleman.

Also done for ternos and gowns and has a wide range of clothing lines from infants to adults, for both the male and female customers.

Other fabrics are also used like cotton, linen and ramie.

It is also used to accent garment accessories and home décor items.

Meanwhile, Burdang Taal boasts of its highly collado (a kind of filigree work wherein yarn in painstakingly pulled off from the cloth) with simple or intricate, well-embossed hand embroidered designs for special occasions.

Simple or intricate machine embroidery or mixed hand and machine embroidery are also done for commercial or everyday use as office wear or uniform, home (curtains) or bedroom décor.

📌SHRINE OF OUR LADY OF CAYSASAY

It is a statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary venerated at the Archdiocesan Shrine of Our Lady of Caysasay in Taal, Batangas in the Philippines. The image, which depicts the Immaculate Conception, is believed to be one of the oldest in the country. Having been found in 1603 by a man fishing in the Pansipit River. The subsequent Marian apparitions documented by Spanish colonial church leaders were the first in the country; devotees today continue to attribute miracles to the Virgin. The image was canonically crowned in 1954 and was later given the title the “Queen of the Archdiocese of Lipa”. The feast day of Our Lady of Caysasay is celebrated every December 8 and 9. The image spends half the week in the Shrine of Caysasay and the other half at the Basilica de San Martin de Tours, to satisfy the needs of the locals and followers.

📌TAAL CHURCH

The Taal Basilica, canonically known as the Minor Basilica of Saint Martin of Tours

is a Minor Basilica in the town of Taal, Batangas in the Philippines, within the Archdiocese of Lipa.

It is considered to be the largest church in the Philippines and in Asia, standing 88.6 meters (291ft.) long and 48 meters (157ft.) wide.

St. Martin of Tours is the patron saint of Taal, whose fiesta is celebrated every November 11.

During the year of 1849 it was recognized as the biggest Catholic Church in Asia

📌SAN LORENZO RUIZ STEPS

It is 125 granite steps from the Caysasay Church beside the Pansipit river which leads up to the center of town.

Originally, the steps were made of adobe stone, but these were later replaced with granite or batong song-song in the year 1850 by Fr. Celestino Mayordomo.

It is now dedicated to the memory of San Lorenzo Ruiz

📍ITS PEOPLE AND THEIR PRODUCT 📌BALISONG

Leo Rivera ⏺ Since 1991 he started making and selling balisong. He is known famous balisong Vendor in Taal.

📌BURDANG TAAL WEDDING GOWNS AND BARONG

Annabel Mendoza ⏺ One of the makers of Gown in Taal.

📌TAWILIS

Niño ⏺ He is the local residence in Taal and one of the vendors of tawilis in Taal.

📍EXPERIENCE A vlog is not something we expect to do in the coming year. Our group isn’t all that interested in vlogging, but once we finished our vlogs it seemed like we all had a great time doing it, and it was both enjoyable and stressful at the same time, which is something we all appreciate. On the way to Taal Batangas town, we’ve all began shooting at Robinson Lipa, where we’ll be discussing how to get there. We were all shy at the start of our first vlog, so it was a lot of fun for us. In the end, though, we will increase our self-esteem! Eventually, after about an hour, we arrived at the Balisong Shop and began interviewing the Balisong salesman. We were all awestruck because this was the first time we had seen the various styles of Balisong. After that, we moved on to the next location we wanted to visit. The Taal Basilica in Taal Batangas, Asia’s largest church, was first shot. During filming in Taal Basilica, we were all awestruck, awed, and stunned by the church’s splendor. We headed to the Caysasay Church in Brgy after filming at Taal Basilica. We all observed the exquisite baroque architecture of the church, as well as the design of the wall and sailing, when filming at Tatlong Maria, Taal Batangas. We decided to get lunch in Brgy after filming. We all enjoyed Tatlong Maria, and it was so wonderful that we were completely satisfied. We proceeded to the Lorenzo Ruiz Steps after dining; it was our first time seeing the Lorenzo Ruiz Steps, so we were astonished and impressed. We decided to take a group photo before moving on to the next location, and we must say that it was both memorable and stress-free. It was a great event for us and we continued on to our next destination: Barong Tagalog gown rental. We were all awestruck and delighted by the variety of gown and barong Tagalog designs. The only word we could say was “wow.” We all desired we could wear the rental gown, but we had to pay first. Our final decision was to take a break after an hour of walking and admiring the grandeur of historical sites before waiting for the lights to come on (Pailaw sa taal). They finally turned on the city of lights after nearly half an hour of waiting, and we began shooting our final vlog. We’ve all shared happy and amazing moments, learned more about the town’s history and tourism attractions, and gained a lot of self-assurance as a result.

📍SWOT ANALYSIS 📌Strength ⏺Taal known as the Traditional known for crafting Balisong ⏺Known as Barong capital of the Philippines ⏺The Taal church is the biggest Church in Asia ⏺Preserved the ancestral houses, Museum and Churches in the heritage Village ⏺Celebrating of Unique Festivals (Taal Elpasubat Festival) that highlight cultural, historical, culinary arts and crafts ⏺Presence of Unique establishments and resort 📌Weaknesses ⏺Weak promotional activities for tourism industry ⏺Noise and Smoke pollution on the main road disrupting tourist activity ⏺Various entry points ⏺Presence of Unaccredited accommodation establishment ⏺Presence of unrestored and or abandoned ancestral houses that pose danger to public safety ⏺No existing practice/ method for environmental matters such as waste management

📌Opportunities ⏺Strategic location/ presence of expressway and goods roads ⏺Neighboring towns with known tourist spots 📌Threats ⏺Modernization ⏺Extreme climate changes affecting the old structures

📍TOURISM SUSTAINABILITY OF THE TOWN

A historical land mark and ancestral houses make Taal the top tourist attraction in Batangas. Their town’s tourist sustainability is based on four factors: In the first place, the Old Houses and Churches have been preserved so that visitors or tourists can see them. And, of course, it’s also for the next generation to see. Festivals and Christmas are only a few of the events that take place there. Their time and effort were devoted to putting up Christmas lights and pyrotechnics in the evening to entice additional guests. Second, because it is their product, they are confident in selling it. We everyone know that Taal’s primary product is Balisong, which is made from Batangas. Everyone in Taal knows who made it and when it will begin. Then there’s the wedding gown, which is known as the Burdang Taal Wedding Gown, and the barong, which is also known as the Philippines’ capital of the Barong. Because their product was so good, you’d think that someone would be able to test it out and become famous in that area. This creates a sense of attractiveness in their locations as well. Third, there are people. The local residents were fantastic since even the children knew the history of every church and museum in the area. They also pay attention to the historical landmarks that are located there. The government, on the other hand, is in charge of making the locations more appealing, as well as managing the facilities within the taal. Seeing Taal, the nicest sight in Batangas this year, has taught me a lot about how to maintain a tourist attraction in a place.

📍RECOMMENDATION FOR THE BETTERMENT OF THE TOWN

Development of Taal product for souvenir items

Promotion of Tourism, products and services of Taal

Additional entertainment for tour around the town

Eco tourism protection and promotion

Provide easy access to the town

📍REFERENCES

⏺Balisong Shop https://www.pinoytravelogue.com/2017/08/balisong-taal-batangas-famous-knife.html

⏺Galleria Taal https://www.thequeensescape.com/2018/04/galleria-taal-first-camera-museum-in.html

⏺Shrine of our lady of Casaysayan https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Our_Lady_of_Caysasay

⏺Taal Church https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taal_Basilica

⏺Burdang taal http://www.wowbatangas.com/features/arts-and-culture/burdang-taal-wedding-gowns-and-barong-taal-embroidery-business/

⏺Taal Batangas https://prezi.com/cyllvynv3itb/tpd-taal-town/

📍GALLERY ⏺BALISONG SHOP

⏺Taal Church

⏺Hagdan-hagdan

⏺Taal Batangas

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A Day on Isla Mujeres

No trip to Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula is complete without a boat ride over to Isla Mujeres, aka the Isle of Women (pronounced ISS-lah Moo-HAIR-es).

Just a seven-mile boat ride east of the mainland across breathtaking turquoise sea, Isla Mujeres is known for its lovely beaches, world-class fishing, and spectacular coral reefs. There is also a lighthouse, the remains of a Mayan temple, and a sanctuary for sea turtles. We spent a day exploring the funky little village, and encountered a parade, snorkeled through schools of colorful fish on a tour with the marvelous Squalo Adventures, and discovered the MUSA, a fascinating underwater art museum.

We also had the worst pina coladas ever. (But everything else, we can recommend!)

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Isla Mujeres Tourism Squalo Adventures MUSA (Underwater Museum of Art)

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invisits · 2 years ago

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Top Hotel in Valle de Bravo: A Guide to Finding the Best Accommodation for Your Stay

Valle de Bravo is a beautiful town located in the State of Mexico, just a few hours from Mexico City. This charming town is a popular tourist destination and has many things to offer visitors, including beautiful landscapes, a picturesque town center, and a wide variety of outdoor activities. If you are planning a trip to Valle de Bravo, choosing the right hotel is key to enjoying a comfortable and memorable stay. In this article, we will guide you through the top hotels in Valle de Bravo and help you choose the perfect one for your stay.

1. Location, Location, Location

When choosing a hotel in Valle de Bravo, location is everything. The town has two main areas where hotels are located: the town center and the lake area. If you prefer to be close to the town's main attractions, such as restaurants, shops, and galleries, then staying in the town center is your best option. On the other hand, if you prefer to be surrounded by nature and enjoy water activities, then the lake area is the place to be.

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2. Budget-Friendly Options

Valle de Bravo has many budget-friendly hotels that offer comfortable rooms and great service. Some of the best options in this category include Hotel Casa Abierta, Hotel Mesón de Leyendas, and Hotel El Rebozo. These hotels offer excellent value for money and are perfect for those looking to save some cash without sacrificing comfort.

3. Luxury Hotels

For those looking for a more luxurious experience, Valle de Bravo also offers a wide range of high-end hotels. These hotels offer top-notch amenities such as spa services, gourmet restaurants, and stunning views of the lake. Some of the best options in this category include Hotel Rodavento, Hotel Avandaro Golf & Spa Resort, and Hotel La Casa Rodavento.

4. Boutique Hotels

If you're looking for a more unique and personalized experience, boutique hotels are an excellent option. These hotels offer a more intimate and cozy atmosphere, often with stylish decor and personalized service. Some of the best options in this category include Casa Valle, Hotel La Casa de los Patios, and Hotel Las Pinas Avandaro.

5. Eco-Friendly Hotels

Valle de Bravo is known for its commitment to sustainable tourism, and there are several eco-friendly hotels in the area. These hotels are designed to have minimal impact on the environment while still providing a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Some of the best options in this category include Hotel Canto de Aves, Hotel San Gaspar, and Hotel Hacienda Cantalagua.

6. Pet-Friendly Hotels

If you're planning to travel with your furry friend, Valle de Bravo has several pet-friendly hotels to choose from. These hotels offer amenities such as pet beds, food bowls, and pet-sitting services, so you can rest assured that your pet will be well taken care of. Some of the best options in this category include Hotel Los Arcos, Hotel Posada Familiar Maria Elena, and Hotel Vista Hermosa.

7. Family-Friendly Hotels

Valle de Bravo is a great destination for families, and there are many hotels in the area that cater to families with children. These hotels offer amenities such as children's play areas, family rooms, and activities for kids. Some of the best options in this category include Hotel San Francisco, Hotel Piedra Blanca, and Hotel Rancho San Jorge.

8. Activities and Amenities

When choosing a hotel in Valle de Bravo, it's important to consider the activities and amenities that are available. Some hotels offer a wide range of activities such as kayaking, horseback riding, and hiking

9. Reviews and Ratings

Before booking a hotel in Valle de Bravo, it's always a good idea to read reviews and ratings from previous guests. Websites such as TripAdvisor, Booking.com: The largest selection of hotels, homes, and vacation rentals, and Expedia offer a wealth of information on hotels in the area, including photos, reviews, and ratings. Pay attention to what guests say about the rooms, cleanliness, service, and location, and use this information to make an informed decision.

10. Booking Tips

When booking a hotel in Valle de Bravo, there are a few tips that can help you get the best deal. First, book early to ensure availability, especially during peak season. Second, check for discounts and promotions, such as package deals or special rates for longer stays. Finally, consider booking directly with the hotel instead of using a third-party website, as this can often result in better rates and more personalized service.

11. Safety and Health Measures

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, many hotels in Valle de Bravo have implemented safety and health measures to ensure the safety of guests and staff. When choosing a hotel, look for information on their safety protocols, such as enhanced cleaning procedures, social distancing measures, and mask requirements. Consider choosing a hotel that has received certification from organizations such as Safe Travels or the Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC) for added peace of mind.

12. Cultural and Historical Significance

Valle de Bravo is a town rich in culture and history, and some hotels in the area offer a unique opportunity to experience this heritage firsthand. Consider staying in a hotel that has historical significance, such as the Hotel El Santuario, which was once a Franciscan monastery, or the Hotel La Casa de la Casona, which is housed in a historic building from the 18th century.

13. Local Recommendations

When in Valle de Bravo, be sure to ask the hotel staff for recommendations on local attractions, restaurants, and activities. The staff at your hotel will likely have insider knowledge on the best places to go and things to do in the area, and can help you plan an unforgettable trip.

14. Weather Considerations

Valle de Bravo has a temperate climate year-round, with warm summers and mild winters. However, temperatures can vary depending on the time of year and the location of your hotel. Be sure to check the weather forecast before your trip, and pack accordingly. If you're planning to spend a lot of time outdoors, consider choosing a hotel with amenities such as air conditioning, heating, or a fireplace to ensure your comfort.

15. Conclusion

Choosing the right hotel in Valle de Bravo can make all the difference in your trip. Whether you're looking for budget-friendly options or high-end luxury, there's a hotel in Valle de Bravo that's perfect for your needs. Consider your budget, interests, and preferences, and use the tips in this article to find the perfect hotel for your stay.

FAQs

What is the best time to visit Valle de Bravo?

The best time to visit Valle de Bravo is during the dry season, from November to April, when the weather is mild and pleasant.

Are there any eco-friendly hotels in Valle de Bravo?

Yes, Valle de Bravo has several eco-friendly hotels that are committed to sustainable tourism, such as Hotel Canto de Aves, Hotel San Gaspar, and Hotel Hacienda Cantalagua.

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ianfulgar · 5 months ago

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The vibrant district of Tutuban is known for its affordable shopping experience, with a plethora of imported goods filling the stalls. But are these cheap foreign products truly beneficial to us in the long run? While we appreciate diversity in the marketplace, the scarcity of local Filipino products undermines our local talent and industry. It's time we put Filipino craftsmanship front and center. It's a challenge, but one we can tackle with concerted support for our local entrepreneurs. Read more about my musings at https://www.ianfulgar.com/thoughts/why-dont-we-see-more-filipino-products-in-tutuban-manila/ . .

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benefits1986 · 2 years ago

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2020. Finally, my Japan dream came true. And yes, ganyan orientation ng photos kasi may plot twists na naman this trip. Also, marami-rami pa akong baon na photos and vids, pero coming soon na. Doon na lang sa isa kong mas matinong blog, probably. This destination has been on my bucket list since 17 years old but of course as a lower middle income firstborn, Japan is but a dream. Lalo na, I stopped school that year and yes, I’ve no passport pa so hindi talaga aligned. Sabi ko rin noon, kahit super tipid trip lang basta ma-swing ko, g na. More importantly, I was in deep thoughts na ‘pag gumaling si mother dragon, papa-tranquilizer ko siya para pag-land namin, saka na sa ulit nerbyosin. Tapos punta kami Disneyland para sa pangarap kong Mickey Mouse na pencil. Such a vivid memory tapos naluha ako kasi hindi nga aligned. So yes, Japan dream is more than the usual dream. MMK levels pero may hefty serving of Emily In Paris, third world edition. Sabi ko pa noon, matatawid ko rin ‘yan sa tamang panahon. Akala mo naman napakataas na pangarap, noh? But, wala akong pake kasi kanya-kanya naman tayo ng trip. Not a super fan of the whole pop cult thing pero kakanood talaga ng Eiga Sai ‘yan after sawaan ang reruns ng anime sa free TV. No prob naman sa anime reruns pero as we adult, the themes that we are looking for get more real and darker.

I also love Jap food kaya nung may sweldo na ako, Little Tokyo is my break from reality and insanity. As I was downing salmon and uni sashimi, inisip ko na ansarap na nga dito nung version, what more sa Japan mismo ‘di ba? Ah. Kakalig the thought!!! Hassle ‘yung concept map sa utak ko now kasi andami ko na namang gustong sabihin about this dream turned reality, pero sige, gawin na natin kasi I am giving myself 45 mins. max para malatag ‘to since dami ko pang tasks for month-end, the coming months both sa work and outside work. :D ‘Yung work, OK lang e, ‘yung outside work ang mas nakakapressure to be honest. Deadlines versus dead lines na naman po ang peg natin because Taurus szn is fast approaching. Upon careful research and well-curated content about Japan, I picked Osaka-Kyoto over Tokyo. Never talaga ako fan ng cityscape kahit super sure akong I will bask in the clever design and myths of Tokyo. Also, cheaper ‘yung cost estimate ko ng Osaka. LOL. Osaka because it’s the kitchen of Japan saka mas accessible sa USJ. Actually, ang pinunta ko lang naman talaga sa Japan when I got my passport and syempre, saktuhang budget is USJ x Harry Potter. TBT, kahit ‘yun lang talaga tapos uwi na ako, oks na. Kahit alam ko, walang English VOs, oks lang. Kasi, sabi ko, ‘pag nakuha ko ‘yung USJ x Harry Potter, next in line na pangmalakasang UK/US Harry Potter Mega Tours. Ganun lang. ‘Yung tatay kong pakitong-kitong as usual basher kasi ‘yung travel date namin is really close to the pandemic lockdown. Pero, nilaban ko kasi ‘yung mismong good friend ko from Tourism Board PH mismo, go pa rin kahit ilang days later pa sila nag-travel. Anxiety 100000000 ako pero dahil nga mapilit ako and YOLO moment ko ‘to, sabi ko na I WANT THIS SOOOOO BADLY. Hamuna COVID noon. Plus, I monitored the news naman talaga na wala pang cases in Japan. My good friend assured me na that I can fly pa talaga plus sabi na push ko na kasi sayang since alam niyang gustong-gusto ko ito. Sabi rin niya, I will be getting rekta updates from her bago sila mag press release sa madlang people, so ayun na nga. Wala na. Touch move. Bahala na. Bye, Pinas. Babalik naman ako. Dad was so ugh. Sabi niya ‘di na lang daw siya sasama. Sobrang banas ako sa kanya that time kasi inayos ko na lahat. Kinalma ko na anxiety ko tapos naglaan talaga ako ng oras, effort at budget para makasama ko siya sa supposed trip with mother dragon na ‘to. Baka raw deliks mag-fly, etc. Finally, I said na kung ayaw niya, iiwanan ko siya. Period. ‘Di ako nag-mega plan para lang mapunta sa wala ‘yung hirap at pagod ko. At the back of my head, alam ko he means well pero, syempre, push ako. Plus, alam ko rin dahil Q4 pa lang, deep dive na ako about the pandemic, this flight may be the last one na and will resume ulit sa panahong ‘di ko masabi mismo. Kakanood ng Black Mirror e. Kinausap ko rin lungs ko na galingan namin since prone nga ako mapaos lagi lalo ‘pag pagod. LOL. Laban lungs mantra was birthed. :D Graphic. Fantastic. Sabi ko pa noon, dreams turned realities usually mean na dragons sila. Lahat ng walang kwentang line of thinking para mapilit lang talaga. Syempre, todo disbelief tatay ko na tutuloy pa rin ako. As if, hindi niya ako kilala. Sooooo, ending kahit reklamo siya ng reklamo, aba naman. Sumama rin. Tawang-tawa kami pa-airport kasi baliw daw ako. Sabi ko naman, mas baliw siya. :D LELS. Nag-attendance check pa siya sa mga kasama namin sa flight and sabi, buti na lang daw saltik ako kasi almost full ‘yung flight. As in. Syempre, sungit mode na naman ako kasi apaka feeling niya talaga. Hahahahaha. Natuwa din naman kasi all-expense paid ko ‘tong trip na ‘to kahit nakakalumpo. Sidenote: One of the reasons why I don’t have a new car is because between a car and travel, travel is an essential for me. Kaya ko naman mag-Grab, carpool, jeep, bus, train, trike and bike. Plus stress talaga ang lagay ng kalsada kahit saan sa Manila. Ako lang ‘yan a.

So, ayun na nga po. As usual, before pa lang mag-take off, tulog na ako then ‘pag gising ko, nasa Osaka na kami!!!!! Ritual ko ‘yan sa lipad na matulog kasi usually, first flight out, last flight in ako. Less stress since forever delayed plus maxxed out mo talaga ‘yung mga araw na andun ka sa pupuntahan mo. And, damn. Ang lamig. Eto pala sinasabing Osaka has an air that brings chills to your bones. Partida, mga 11 degrees levels pa lang ‘yan pero lamigin talaga ako so parang kakalas buto ko not because may edad na but because ganun talaga since 17 years old. LOL. Si dad naman, super onti lang ng layers ng damit during our whole stay. Happy siya sa malamig. 1 heat tech top, 1 heat tech bottom, Levis 501s, Levis shirt, kicks, beanie, heat tech socks. Yun na. Ako, akala mo winter na dahil ang sagad talaga ng lamig. Syempre, another challenge is hindi maligaw sa train. Dad was kabado AF kasi bumulaga sa amin ang napakalaking terminal. Pero sabi ko, heck. Isipin mo na lang nasa Quiapo ka pero organized. I can’t forget my first time to pee in Japan. Solid na agad. Hahahahahahahaha. ‘Yung kakalma ‘yung pantog mo to the point of nearing meditation state na. Shet. Just realized na ‘yan pala unang-una kong ginawa as soon as I landed. Sabi ko after hitting the flush button na this is a worthwhile trip. Mhie, ano na? Why naman ganun? So, kinikilig talaga ako pero shet, ang hirap mag-navigate lalo na I really have a hard time na ‘di maligaw even in Manila. Pero pinaghandaan natin ito. In a mala-Recca hyperfocus mode, kinausap ko mga dragons para ma-sure na maging bragging rights ko na yes, first trip ko to Japan took forever pero ‘di ako naligaw. CHZ. Pride talaga. My vice. My poison. Pero kahit mapride ako, isang tip para ‘di maligaw is ask for help. Kasi kahit naman ‘di English speaking ang Japs, sobrang nice nila na parang nasa Black Mirror EP ka ng Nosedive. HAHAHAHAHA. Sobrang they take tourism seriously and syempre, hardworkers talaga sila kahit robotic na galawan pati smile and quality of service nila. And, we rode the train na shet apaka layo. I googled naman na malayo talaga so kalma lang. Recounted all the content I’ve curated para naman ‘di ako mastress kasi si dad, todo bash na naman na baka naliligaw na kami. Sabi ko, dad. Kalmahan mo lang. Tumabi ka. Wala tayo sa MRT or LRT na isang line lang. Sabi niya, bahala ako sa buhay ko. Sarap magsulat ng graphic Taglish pero gigil kasi ako masyado and super unfiltered kaya pasok Taglish na mas Tagalog. After what felt like forever sa train, bumaba na kami. FUCK. Haba ng lakaran. Buti na lang shift na ako from Presto to UB. Nike girl kasi talaga ako because of the brand story pero comfy pair talaga UB sa travel in all fairness. Ni-research ko rin ‘yan ng bonggang-bongga and my good friends also bashed me na bakit ayaw ko bigyan ng chance ang UB. Mahaba ‘yung lakad pero ‘yung hotel I booked is sobrang lapit sa mismong stairs ng station across Uniqlo and H&M. Hahahahaha. Kaya pala kahit super sale like 70% off ko siya nakuha, mahal pa rin for me. Hindi pa kami nakakaakyat ng stairs, pagod na ako pero ‘yung kilig ko, naguumapaw. As in. HAHAHAHAHA. Eto na po. Ubusan na ng funds pero go lungs. Eto na ‘to. Siguro, talagang sabi ng universe, sigeeee. Wait ka muna diyan. Tiis lang muna para sa first trip mo sa Japan, talagang masasabi mong, the dream is worth the wait. Habang papalakad kami sa hotel, naluluha ako. TENGENE. Sayang dahil hindi cherry blossom szn pero mala-anime frame ng lumalaglag na sakura ‘yung feeling ko. So weird pero ganun talaga. Babaw ko talaga. Hahahahaha. Sakto rin may bath tub sa room kaya isa sa mga una kong ginawa is bili ng limited edition wasabi bath bombs tapos ligo-ligo. Muni-muni. Namiss mother dragon tapos narealize ko, wrinkled na palms ko at sayang ang oras. Lakad-lakad. Check ng mga damit and other stuff. ‘Yung mga dala kong damit, mas mura ko nabili sa Manila kaya wala na akong binili. Common misconception kasi na mas mura damit sa ibang bansa. Nope. Kahit compare ko pa sa Malaysia and HK, since budget hunter nga ako and curator (ems), maraming good deals sa Pinas. Hahanapin mo lang talaga. Kahit sale season pa ‘yan. So if may bibilhin ako, naka-compare na ‘yan sa kung ano mang meron sa Manila agad. If mas goods, go. Else, sa Manila na lang ako bibili. Natulog lang ako then poof. Masks are being hoarded na. I didn’t get pa kasi sabi ko later na. Messaged my good friend and asked anong lagay ng Japan lalo ng Osaka. Confirmed. First case. Meron na. Sobrang efficient ng Jap government. Nawala bigla ‘yung hoarding ng masks. And widely available. Tip: Lipat ka lang sa ibang shop kasi wala namang sinabing bawal mag-hoard. 1 box or package lang ng mask per store. LOL. ‘Di naman ako nag-hoard since 2 lang kami ni dad. Tuloy pa rin ang mga turista. Marami-rami ring Pinoy, pero for me lang, solid kasi onti lang talaga ang tao. Wala akong nakitang bata masyado sa train, and bulong pa ni dad sa train, feeling daw niya bumata siya kasi halos puro oldies ang kasabay namin pa-USJ station. LOL. COVID kagulo aside, sobrang sulit kasi ‘di masyadong mahaba ang pila which I abhor sa lahat. Halos nasolo rin namin ang fave spot ni dad as a tourist spot lover sa may Glico Man. Hahahahahaha. Napa-wow siya kasi sa mga content curations na ni-immerse ko siya, sobrang full house ‘yan. Todo pic and selfies siya tapos ako naman, nag-try ng secret menu na squid ink takoyaki + whiskey highball by the river so early in the morning. Takoyaki pa lang ang tinde na ng presyo, mhie. Pero super legit and one for the books. Plus morning booze is liferrrrrr. Si dad, kanin pa rin bfast. 7Eleven baka naman sa Pinas galingan niyo. Hahahahaha. Sobrang sarap pero kaya mong umubos ng 1-2K ‘pag gusto mong mag mini bfast haul. In Jap, convenience stores plan their inventory based on the weather. Galing nooooh. Since maaga akong magising, kitang-kita ko na talagang fresh stocks sila ng relevant finds kaya putok na putok ang conversion. HAHAHAHAHAHA. ‘Di rin kami naligaw pa-USJ. Sabi ko, parang HK Disneyland lang ito pero mala-Give Yourself Goosebumps edition. Mas ingat na kami mag-move around kasi mahirap na rin talaga. But, sabi ko nga kay dad, andito na kami, so fuck it. Hahahahahahahahaha. Nag-enjoy naman siya kaso umuwi kami ng maaga kasi baka raw maiwan kami ng train. ‘Di ko na lang pinatulan kasi nastress siya nung nastuck kami sa Macau dahil din sa maling diskarte niya. Hahahahahaha. Sabi ko na lang, babalik na lang ako ng ‘di na siya kasama. And nakalimutan ko rin magbook ng hotel outside USJ that time kasi ‘di ko naconsider ‘yung COVID cases as a variable sa trip na ‘to. ‘Di ko naman puwedeng bully masyado dad ko kasi kita kong worried din talaga siya. Soooo, Harry Potter. Sobrang galing kasi kahit bumili pa ako ng early access ticket, walang pila. As in. Kahit saan. Tapos cutie pa na kasabay namin pumasok ‘yung mga school kids with their signature uniforms and backpacks. Such a pak snippet talaga. ‘Di na ako masyado naka-snap ng pics and vids kasi ‘yung kilig ko ‘di ko na talaga kinakaya. As in. Shaky hands talaga ako na akala mo naman first year student ng Hogwarts. Also, hearing KAWAII irl is soooooooooooooo euphoric. Hahahahahahaha. Tabi. Wala kayong paki. In Jap kasi, ngayon-ngayon pa lang na-counter culture ‘yung plus sized women. Stick-thin talaga sila for a long time kaya getting KAWAII with peace sign irl is sooooo glorious. Tapos ‘yung mga nag-comment diverse sila: staff, students, teens, parents. So benta po tayo, opo. Confirmed. I usually shut down compliments and pick up lines kasi ‘di ako fan. I am sooooo critical sa self ko as a panganay na laging “not good enough” ang side dish sa bawat meals. :D Luh but true that bit.

Sabi ni dad, aynako. Matic na raw ‘yung Kawaii comments kasi ‘yung damit ko akala mo talaga may prod sa USJ. Hahahahahahahahahahahaah. Hindi naman siya pasavogue but it’s so me. Hindi lang ako bumili ng wand kasi nga babalik ako. Then medyo off lang ako sa merchs kasi mas maganda ‘yung quality ng scarf plus a tiny haul gifted by a good friend from London branch. Mga 1 hour ata akong naghahanap ng merch pero so flimsy talaga ng choices. Tipid mode try pa ako kasi since nga wala akong napiling souvenir maliban sa magnet which is weird because I hate magnets, pero ang ganda lang nung magnet na ‘to. Mga 600 php din kaya dapat talaga maganda. Pota. Then, I got a plastic mug ng Butterbeer. Mhie, ang mahal. Hahahahaaha. Leche. The picture ulit. More Kawaii comments in the air. Tabi ulit. Tabi. Tapos, sabi ko shettt. Gusto ko nung metal version. Sabi ni dad, tatanga-tanga raw ako na ‘di ko pa binili ‘yun agad. Sabi ko oks lang. No prob. Kasi ‘di naman siya nagbayad. Hahahahahahaha. Sabay sabi niya sana all. LOL. Very third world po tayong nakaka-LL pero shet. ‘Wag ka na mag-convert. Harry Potter ito e. ‘Di na naman ako nakakuha ng as much photos and vids as I should kasi nag-immerse lang ako sa moments na andun ako. I have arrived. ‘Yung kababawan pangarap ko, natupad na nga on steroids pa. Then, kasama ko pa dad ko. LOL. Mas wild ‘yun kasi solo travel lang talaga plano ko. Pero alam ko, gusto niya umaalis ng bansa kahit kuripot siya. Sabi ko rin, in a few years, ‘di na to makakalakad ng 2 hours straight. Dati, kahit 4 hours lakad, g lang. Now, medyo iika-ika na siya e. Hahahahahaha. Sorry dad. Better late than never. Ginagawaan ko naman ng paraan.

Siguro, ang pinaka wild kong realization sa Japan trip na ‘to is nung nasa crossing ako pauwi. Wide-eyed ako sa laki ng LV and Apple stores. Ganda ng look, feel, vibes. Just after sunset. This is a plot twist. Be warned. While Japan is a dream, its realities hit me so hard. Imagine? First world siya pero dama ko ‘yung depression sa paligid. Seeing topnotch service pero ‘pag lakad pauwi ng mga workers, kitang-kita ‘yung pagod nila. So saddening and maddening. Tapos, bakit sobrang ‘di pa sila happy e maganda ang infra, healthcare at iba pa nila. Sa Pinas, sobrang olats pero kahit tambay makikita mong masaya, as in masaya. Tagal kasi nung stoplight sa Ped Xing. Kaya naluha ako. Slight lang naman. Yes, Japan happened at this point in my life to make me see na though money is never an issue sa akin, it was a cause of shit sa family namin. But, money is but a means to have more options lang talaga. ‘Wag mo isama ang essentials diyan a. Beside the point ‘yun. Really had to wait this long kasi kung noon siguro, naging alipin na tayo ng well-dressed fallacies of success. ‘Di ko sinasabing ‘wag mong hangarin ang mas pak na income and benefits. What I am saying is that money and happiness are not bedfellows most of the time. Kung baga, e, ‘yung Kobe beef meal namin ni dad na syempre, pinaghirapan natin is good but the memories that go with it makes it worthwhile. Saka, sa truth, I don’t like steak bilang seafood po tayo. At, nag give way ako kasi gusto raw niya. Kakanood kay Mark Wiens. Pota. Kaya ekis yung king crab. Need ko talaga mag-prioritize that time e. Ako na lang nag-adjust and ‘yun nga, babalik ako. LOL. ‘Yung ngiti sa mata ng tatay ko nung binilhan ko siya ng Tokyo release ng Olympics (if I remember right) nakita kong na-proud siya sa akin. Hahahaha kahit bully-han gallore kami kasi ‘yung Nike na fresh drop doon, nabili na sa Manila. Also, ang best food experience namin dito is ‘yung ‘di daw gutom dad ko pero naka-20 plates kami sa isang wala sa Google na sushi with conveyor belt ganaps sa malapit sa hotel namin. Ganda ng conversation namin. Nagpa-thank you sa akin tatay ko. OPAK. Tapos sabi, kaya ko na raw talaga kahit saan kasi ‘di kami naliligaw sa Japan. Saka, mahirap daw talaga ako ma-impress. ‘Yung mga gusto ko raw ay kakaiba like ‘yung crab innards na akala niya eew pero sherep pala. Hahahaha. Super cringe ako sa mga ganitong instances pero sabi ko, siguro, dami lang niyang nakaing sushi masyado. Saka kung sa mga travel buddies ko nga, todo ite planning ako, e siya pa ba naman na tatay ko, ‘di ba? Sabi ko rin na pasensya na at medyo na-late ang aming Japan el grande as a lower middle income family. Medyo na-late po tayo sa career pero ginagagalingan ko naman sa abot na pake at mood ko. LOL. Iyak-tawa siya e. Ako naman, kurot-kirot inside but maintained ang RBF natin because fuck off. Nag-go na ‘yung ped xing light. I looked up and whispered: Thank you, universe. Thank you, mother dragon. Your love and life lessons live on, indeed. ‘Di na kita nakasama sa Japan kasi ikaw ang pinaka nega star and love-hate bestie ko 5evs talaga. And 100% sure ako na if andito ka, ‘di ako matutuloy kasi syempre, gagamitan mo na naman ako ng “ikaw ang nanay, ako ang anak” very “tabi na. Alvene” argument mo. Hahahahaha. Midweek kagulo naman po tayo sa ngalan ng pangbalik Japan pero baka Shirakawago na tapos may private onsen tapos may ink sesh, tapos may king crab + dojo-tea ceremony + king crab sitdown meal + art scene ng mga newbies and OGs + Haruki Murakami PL vinyl hunt + film snaps (lollollolloll in bnw kasi solid ng color palette doon. NKKLK. Parang may sapi.) + biking sa gedli naman this time around. I-add ko erotica scene. Erotica ha. ‘Yung artful at rooted sa phenomenlogy of love slant. Photo op with Jiro and location nung Railways na Jap movie. CHZ. Ekis na talaga dad ko sa trip na ‘to kasi ‘di niya trip ‘tong mga ito. At saka, baka naman mahaginan ng company trip if and only if makapag-summit levels ng Mt. Fuji ang mga kaganapan. Luh. Luh. Luh. Linawin ko lang ‘yung erotica scene. In Japan, sex/work mindset ng mga tao kaya sobrang dying breed na talaga sila. ‘Di ba ang weird? ‘Di naman kelangang maging hayok pero I want to understand bakit ganun though may mga assumptions na rin naman akong bitbit. Si V kasi may pakana nito at mga pasa-links and memes niya kaya napunta ako sa universe na ‘to. Again, goes back to first world ka pero bakit ang unhappy mo much? Bakit? Oks na? :D LELS. Baka ma-screenshot ako e. Hahahahaha. CHZ. AGHHHHHH. How to balance career x lifegoals. Know your why and why not. Easier said than done, but can be done. AJA!

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