Have an enjoyable Eggsperience this Easter at Eastwood Richmonde Hotel!

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This Lenten season, Eastwood Richmonde Hotel offers the perfect family getaway that’s easily within reach right in the heart of the vibrant township of Eastwood City. Conveniently located beside the trendy Eastwood Mall, Richmonde has an array of exciting promotions and activities guests of all ages can enjoy. What’s more, the refreshed look of the hotel’s lobby and the newly renovated guest rooms will surely add to everyone’s delight.

Have an urban getaway in Eastwood City this Holy Week and experience the newly renovated rooms of Eastwood Richmonde Hotel for as low as PhP 3,800nett (room only) and PhP 5,600nett (with breakfast buffet for two and PhP 500 dining credits).

Richmonde’s Easter Eggsperience Room Packages, available from April 1 to 10, 2023, provide three rate options guests can choose from. For a no-frills stay, rates start at PhP 3,800 nett, which is good for room accommodations for up to two adults and two children 5 years old and below. For as low as PhP 5,600 nett, get inclusions of breakfast buffet for two and PhP 500 dining credits that can be used for food and beverage orders at Eastwood Café+Bar or from room service. To have the ultimate Easter Sunday celebration with the little ones, there’s the Easter Celebration Package, available on April 8 and 9, starting at PhP 8,600 nett which includes breakfast buffet for two, dining credits worth PhP 500, and two tickets to the hotel’s April 9 Easter Party event. All rates include complimentary use of the pool and gym, 20% discount on restaurant and room service orders, and 15% discount on all services of Lumiere Skin and Spa located beside the hotel’s mall entrance.

Bring the kids to Eastwood Richmonde’s teddy bear-themed Easter Sunday Kiddie Party with egg hunt, snack buffet, and lots of prizes and surprises on April 9, 2023 from 1pm to 5pm.

Tickets are at PhP 1,499nett per child/adult.

It will be a Beary Happy Easter at Eastwood Richmonde’s kiddie party happening on April 9, from 1pm to 5pm at the Ballroom and Amberley-Belmont Rooms. Highlighted by a sumptuous snack buffet and food carts, Easter egg hunt, kiddie show with musical performances, and a bear-themed costume contest, plus photo booth, loot bags, games and prizes, the event promises to be a fun-filled Easter celebration to remember. Tickets are at PhP 1,499nett per child or adult. Children 2 years old and below are free if accompanied by a paying adult.

Eastwood Café+Bar celebrates Easter with its newest Sunday Lunch Buffet spread

of international favorites and a Greek station featuring lamb and fish dishes.

During the Holy Week holiday from April 6 to 8, the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant, Eastwood Café+Bar, will serve from 2:30pm to 5pm an array of well-loved Filipino snacks including pancit canton, arroz caldo, turon, sapin-sapin, halo-halo and more at the Merienda Buffet. The buffet is priced at PhP 499nett, inclusive of a glass of iced tea.

Come Easter Sunday, Eastwood Café+Bar will be presenting its newest weekend lunch buffet spread. Consisting of international favorites like roast beef short plate, maki rolls, hot pot, lechon belly roll, and many more, the Sunday Lunch Buffet will be featuring a Greek station with lamb shank and fish, plus your choice of tzatziki, skordalia or tabbouleh sauce. Priced at only PhP 1,499nett with bottomless iced tea and coffee, this buffet will make Easter celebration with the family even more special. Children 6 to 12 years old get 50% discount while toddlers 5 years old and below eat for free.

For inquiries and bookings, call (632) 8570 7777 / (63) 917 531 6867 or email stay@eastwoodrichmonde.com. For table reservations, call (63) 917 821 0333 or send a message via Eastwood Richmonde Hotel’s official Facebook page.

Eastwood Richmonde Hotel is the second Richmonde property under the Megaworld Hotels and Resorts group of the Philippines’ premier real estate company, Megaworld Corporation. It is located within the pioneering mixed-use township of Eastwood City and caters to the hotel room and banquet venue requirements of corporate offices and residents within the vicinity and around Metro Manila. For more information on Eastwood Richmonde Hotel, log on to www.eastwoodrichmondehotel.com.ph and for the latest news on the hotel, follow @EastwoodRichmondeHotel on Facebook and Instagram.

Have your staycation celebrations and festive buffets at Eastwood Richmonde Hotel

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With a location that’s right in the center of the metro’s vibrant Eastwood City township, Eastwood Richmonde Hotel is the perfect venue for your Christmas and New Year’s celebrations. Experience convenience, excitement, and the unmistakable festive mood this season brings when you book a holiday stay or relish a sumptuous feast at the hotel. And with the hotel’s refreshed look at the lobby, sparkling Christmas ornaments, and friendly staff, your Richmonde Christmas will definitely be jolly!

Eastwood Richmonde Hotel lets you celebrate the season with a staycation on Christmas Eve at rates starting at PhP 7,500 nett and on New Year’s Eve at rates from PhP 9,600 nett.

Have a wonderful time with an array of awesome room offers for your holiday break. On December 24 & 25, 2022, rates start at PhP 7,500 nett and come with a delightful breakfast buffet for two. To include a filling Noche Buena buffet good for two at Eastwood Café+Bar, book the Christmas Eve Room Package, valid only on December 24, which starts at PhP 10,500 nett, inclusive also of a special breakfast buffet for two.

Eastwood is the place to be on December 31st and you can have a stylish welcome to 2023 with the New Year’s Eve Room Packages at rates starting at PhP 9,600 nett inclusive of brunch buffet for two, and PhP 12,600 nett for a night of revelry with two tickets to the New Year’s Eve Countdown Party and buffet brunch for two.

Delight in the refreshed interiors of the hotel’s lobby when you stay for the holidays.

After all the hustle and bustle of the season, it’s time for some rest and relaxation before buckling down to work. For your extended holiday from January 1 to 15, 2023, rates start at PhP 4,950 nett with breakfast buffet for two. All room and package rates are inclusive of taxes, Wi-Fi access, complimentary use of the pool, and parking for one vehicle (first come, first served basis).

The cozy interiors of Eastwood Café+Bar where the Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet will be served.

Indulge in fabulous banquets to celebrate the season and make your table reservation now to delight in the mouthwatering dishes specially prepared by Executive Chef Victor Barangan and his talented kitchen team. On Christmas Eve, feast your eyes, ears, and palate on the special spread highlighted by lechon roast, pork muscovado ham, beef short plate, Swedish meatballs with truffles, baked scallops, savory bonbons, and so much more, with live cello music in the background, at a rate of PhP 1,999 nett that comes with bottomless iced tea, coffee or tea, and a glass of red or white wine. The Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet is served from 6pm to 9pm on December 24th.

Bid 2022 adieu with a fun blast from the past at the Rockin’ Retro New Year’s Eve Countdown Party happening at the hotel lobby from 9pm to 12mn on December 31st. For only Php1,799 nett, revel in flowing drinks and a filling international-themed cocktail buffet featuring Chinese (sharks fin, lechon Macao, siomai, spring rolls, butchi), Japanese (tuna & salmon sashimi, oyster iburi, dragon roll), Western (beef sliders, chicken wings, sausages, chicken & waffles, shrimp cocktail), South American (birria tacos, Peruvian chicken, tostones, ceviche), Spanish (chorizo pardon, gambas, salpicao, boquerones, queso), and Korean (kalbi rice balls, tteokbokki, soy peanuts) cuisines. Sweet tooths will have their fill, too, of assorted luscious cakes. Drink all the sodas, house cocktails, and local beer as you can while you dance the night away to all-time favorite throwback music performed live by the Brown Soul Band. At the strike of 12mn, toast to the new year with a glass of sparkling wine.

Muscovado Ham at the Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet priced at PhP 1,999 nett, with bottomless iced tea and glass of wine 

Shrimp Cocktail at the International-themed Cocktail Buffet of the Rockin’ Retro Countdown Party

Drink-all-you-can cocktails and local beer at the Rockin’ Retro Countdown Party for only PhP 1,799 nett per ticket

After a night of partying, keep the merriment going with a hearty New Year’s Day Brunch Buffet, served at the Ballroom from 10am to 2pm for only Php1,550nett. Set the tone for prosperity and abundance in 2023 with a bountiful buffet loaded with turkey ham, honey bacon slab, lechon baka, sausage patties, baked oysters, salmon coulibiac, and pancakes, eggs, and taho at the live stations. Drinks include coffee, tea, hot & cold chocolate, chilled juice, iced tea, and winter coffee latte.

Kids certainly can’t be left out of the celebrations this season. All buffet offers are free for children 5 years old while children 6 to 12 years old get 50% discount on the full price.

For inquiries and bookings, call (632) 8570 7777 / (63) 917 531 6867 or email stay@eastwoodrichmonde.com. For table reservations, call (63) 917 821 0333 or send a message via Eastwood Richmonde Hotel’s official Facebook page.

Eastwood Richmonde Hotel is the second Richmonde property under the Megaworld Hotels and Resorts group of the Philippines’ premier real estate company, Megaworld Corporation. It is located within the pioneering mixed-use township of Eastwood City and caters to the hotel room and banquet venue requirements of corporate offices and residents within the vicinity and around Metro Manila. For more information on Eastwood Richmonde Hotel, log on to www.eastwoodrichmondehotel.com.ph and for the latest news on the hotel, follow @EastwoodRichmondeHotel on Facebook and Instagram.

Holiday Homecomings are Unforgettable at Richmonde Hotel Iloilo

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It’s the season for reunions and get-togethers once again! Celebrate in Iloilo City by spending an epic holiday break with those you love at Richmonde Hotel Iloilo as you indulge in their many special Yuletide offerings to make your bonding moments delightfully unforgettable.

Come home to Richmonde’s spacious and well-appointed rooms this Christmas.

Holiday Rates start at PhP 5,700 nett and are valid from December 16, 2022 to January 16, 2023 (except December 24, 25 & 31). Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve Rates start at PhP 6,000 nett.

Have a happy homecoming or relaxing staycation at Richmonde and enjoy the most spacious rooms in the city with its splendid amenities and friendly service. Book from December 16, 2022 to January 26, 2023 at rates starting at PhP 5,700 nett (room only) and PhP 6,200 nett (room with breakfast buffet for two). These include Wi-Fi access, use of the swimming pool and Fitness Center, discount privileges in participating establishments at the Festive Walk Mall, and tours to the first-of-their-kind museums in Western Visayas--the Brandy Museum and the Iloilo Museum of Contemporary Art both located just a few steps away within the Iloilo Business Park.

On December 24 and 31, have a Christmas Eve or New Year’s Eve stay for as low as PhP 6,000 nett (room only) and PhP 6,500 nett (room with breakfast buffet for two) with all the above-mentioned perks. For a truly joyful celebration, room package options are also available from PhP 8,580 nett, that include two seats to the lavish Christmas Eve/New Year’s Eve Luxe Dinner Buffet and the hearty Christmas Day/New Year’s Day breakfast buffet, in addition to the Festive Walk Mall store discounts, museum tours, Wi-Fi access, and use of the gym and pool. Want to stay out late on the last day of the year and wake up to an exquisite brunch buffet? Then book the New Year’s Day Champagne Brunch Buffet Package available only on December 31, for as low as PhP 7,350 nett, complete with perks good for two.

Delight in a mouthwatering feast of international dishes and traditional Christmas fare at the Holiday Luxe Buffets on Christmas and New Year’s Eve, and Christmas and New Year’s Day for only PhP 1,500 nett.

This year’s festive feasts at The Granary are extra delectable with an impressive spread of holiday dishes the whole family will surely love! The Holiday Luxe Dinner Buffets happening on December 24, 25 & 31, 2022 and January 1, 2023, overflow with flavorful gourmet fare like cochinillo, braised short plate, roast lamb leg, roast turkey, smoked ham leg, roast beef, paella, sushi, sashimi, dimsum, and so much more, all lovingly prepared by Executive Chef Ariel Castañeda and his kitchen team. The holiday buffets open at 6pm and you can eat-all-you-can until 10pm, for only PhP 1,500 nett. Children 6 to 12 years old get 50% discount and children 5 years old and below eat for free. Buffet menus vary but you can inquire about them when you reserve your table.

Give edible gifts from The Granary this season. Order an assortment of fresh-from-the-oven holiday goodies for your family and friends.

Begin the first day of 2023 with an indulgent meal at The Granary as it serves its first Champagne Brunch Buffet in celebration of fresh starts and new beginnings. Priced at only PhP 1,350 nett inclusive of a glass of champagne, get your fill of sushi and oysters, house-made breakfast sausage, beef pot roast, salt-crusted Norwegian salmon, frittata, and many more. Relish this fabulous feast on January 1, 2023 from 11am to 2pm.

Book your year-end reunions and Christmas get-togethers at Richmonde and enjoy indoor or outdoor venue options, plus hassle-free planning with the Holiday Banquet Packages.

For those long-awaited family reunions and much-anticipated face-to-face parties, Richmonde has Holiday Banquet Packages to let you safely gather as you revel in style. Rates start at PhP 59,000 nett for thirty (30) persons, and include a delectable lunch or dinner buffet with a round of drinks; coffee and tea; five (5) bottles of wine; four (4) pool passes each good for two persons; a gift certificate for an overnight stay for two persons in a Deluxe room with breakfast buffet; plus discount vouchers for room accommodations and food & beverage orders.

Take your celebrations anywhere and get hot gourmet meals anytime with Richmonde’s Holiday Hotbox Specials. Platters good for sharing and bento boxes for single serving are available.

Still can’t find the perfect present for the people on your Christmas list? Just head on over to The Granary and choose from the assortment of signature pastries and limited-edition Holiday Goodies for yummy gifts that make tummies happy. From the hotel’s signature ensaymadas (classic, ube, pork floss, and mini) and tasty banana breads (walnut, choco, pumpkin, sunflower seed, and almond), to premium donuts (bandi, turon, white champorado, tablea champorado, and dragon fruit bilberry) and pastry treats (pineapple and apple turnovers, peach Danish, focaccia bake, and granola bar), these freshly baked bites will certainly add good vibes to the holidays.

For those at-home celebrations and potluck parties, The Granary also has Holiday Hotbox Specials that let you savor hot, gourmet meals anytime and anywhere with its convenient self-heating packaging. Choose from the Bento Hotbox that’s good for a single serving (from PhP 900 nett), the Platter Hotbox 1 that can serve up to two persons (from PhP 1,150 nett), and the Platter Hotbox 2 that’s good for 4 to 5 persons (from PhP 2,150 nett). The Holiday Goodies and Hotbox Specials are available for takeaway and delivery until January 31, 2023.

For inquiries, reservations, bookings and orders, call +63 33 328 7888 or contact stay@richmondeiloilo.com for room accommodations; +63 917 563 3973 / sales@richmondeiloilo.com for banquet bookings; and +63 917 563 3558 to order holiday goodies. Bookings and order of goodies may also be made online at Richmonde’s official website, www.richmondehoteliloilo.com.ph.

Richmonde Hotel Iloilo is the first hotel outside Metro Manila of local real estate giant, Megaworld Corporation. With its strategic location within the modern 72-hectare development of Iloilo Business Park, coupled with its world-class facilities, Richmonde Hotel Iloilo elevated the standards of the hotel industry in Western Visayas when it opened in 2015. Richmonde is among the growing number of homegrown brands under the Megaworld Hotels and Resorts group. For more information on Richmonde Hotel Iloilo, log on to www.richmondehoteliloilo.com.ph and for the latest news on the hotel, follow @RichmondeHotelIloilo on Facebook and Instagram.

Have a Happy Holiday Homecoming at Richmonde Hotel Iloilo!

Richmonde Hotel Ortigas Celebrates Christmastime in the City

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Silver bells will soon be ringing and there’s already that feeling of Christmas in the air. Yes, the most wonderful time of the year is here and Richmonde Hotel Ortigas is celebrating with room accommodations, buffet feasts, and a year-end party to make your holidays merry.

Enjoy a relaxing haven right in the heart of Ortigas Center and get your shopping done at any of the nearby shopping malls or recharge after all the holiday hustle and bustle. Richmonde offers value-for-money holiday room rates for bookings until January 14, 2023 (except December 24 & 31), starting at PhP 3,600 nett (room only) and PhP 4,200 nett (with breakfast for two) for stays from Sunday to Thursday; and PhP 3,800 nett (room only) and PhP 4,400 nett (with breakfast for two) for Friday and Saturday stays.

Deluxe Twin Room & Heated Indoor Pool

Rates for holiday stays start at PhP 3,600 nett (weekdays) & PhP 3,800 nett (weekends).

Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve packages available.

On Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, you can celebrate with a comfortable and convenient city staycation complete with sumptuous buffets and fun activities for an awesome holiday experience at amazing deals. Your Christmas stay on December 24th can come with breakfast buffet for two at PhP 4,500 nett, or breakfast plus Christmas Eve Dinner Buffer for two at PhP 6,500 nett. 

For your prelude to the new year, December 31 rates start at PhP 4,800 nett with breakfast buffet for two; PhP 6,600 nett with breakfast for two and two tickets to the New Year’s Eve Countdown Party; PhP 7,500 nett with breakfast and New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet for two; and PhP 8,800 nett to get the full New Year’s Eve package—breakfast buffet, New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet, and Countdown Party tickets for two. 

All in-house guests during the Yuletide season also get 15% discount on food & beverage orders from Room Service, and complimentary access to the holiday happenings in the hotel during the weekends of December like the Christmas Choco Corner where complimentary cups of hot chocolate drink will be served, and Chill at the Pool where you can make a splash at the heated indoor pool and drink free ice-cold lemonade. A Christmas Day and New Year’s Day Mass will also be held in the hotel’s 3/F function room on December 25 and 31 at 10:30am for the convenience of our Catholic guests.

Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet at Richmonde Café is at Php 1,595 nett.

Invite family and friends to Richmonde Café on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve to bond over the dazzling Noche Buena and Media Noche feasts featuring traditional holiday fare like porchetta, paella Valenciana, churros con tsokolate, braised beef brisket, seafood kebab, crème brulee, and many more. The Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet is priced at PhP 1,595 nett and will be served from 6pm to 10pm.

Give 2023 a hearty welcome with the generous gourmet indulgences at the New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner Buffet and glitzy cocktails at the New Year’s Eve Countdown Party at the hotel lobby. The dinner buffet is priced at PhP 1,880 nett per person while tickets to the countdown bash are priced at PhP 1,280 nett each, inclusive of three drinks, a cocktail buffet, party favors, a glass of sparkling wine at the countdown, and live band performance. To make it a total celebration to remember, New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet and Countdown Bundle is available at a special discounted rate of just PhP 2,550 nett.

New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner Buffet at Richmonde Café is at PhP 1,880 nett.

Tickets to the New Year’s Eve Countdown Party happening at the lobby is priced at PhP 1,280 nett.

Spend the last hours of 2022 and welcome 2023 at Richmonde with the New Year’s Eve Dinner and Countdown Bundle for only PhP 2,550 nett.

Recover from a night of partying with the hearty New Year’s Day Breakfast Buffet at Richmonde Café on January 1st from 6am to 10am for PhP 980 nett. Children 6 to 12 years old get 50% off on all buffets while toddlers 5 years old and below eat for free.

For inquiries, table reservations, and countdown ticket purchases, call (632) 8638-7777, SMS or Viber (63) 917 534 4352, email fbsup@richmondeortigas.com, or message @Richmonde Hotel Ortigas on Facebook and Instagram.

As the initial venture of leading real estate company, Megaworld Corporation, into the hospitality business, Richmonde Hotel Ortigas is a proud local brand that opened in 1999 at the heart of the then-burgeoning Ortigas Center. It is now a member of the steadily growing stable of homegrown brands under the Megaworld Hotels and Resorts group. 

For more information on Richmonde Hotel Ortigas, log on to www.richmondehotelortigas.com.ph and for the latest news on the hotel, follow @RichmondeHotelOrtigas on Facebook and Instagram.

The one-and-only Hobbiton from The Lord of the Rings is now on Airbnb

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●     To celebrate the 10th anniversary of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, guests will be transported to Middle-earth™ with an exclusive overnight stay at the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set in New Zealand.

●     Fans will get the chance to live like Hobbits in the original filming location and explore the behind-the-scenes making of the film trilogies that have become an unexpected holiday classic.

For the first time ever, fans from around the world can explore the faraway lands of their favorite holiday films with an exclusive overnight stay at the original Hobbiton™ Movie Set. Russell Alexander is inviting guests to his family’s property to live like Bilbo Baggins and retreat to The Shire™ for an overnight stay at Hobbiton, as featured in the famed The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit film trilogies.

Nestled in the picturesque pastures of New Zealand’s Waikato region on a 2,500-acre working farm, the property’s rolling, green hills – bear a striking similarity to The Shire™ as described by J. R. R. Tolkien in The Lord of the Rings, and captivated Sir Peter Jackson’s movie scouts more than two decades ago. The team quickly realized the Hobbits had found their home – and this holiday season, it could be yours.

Alexander will host three individual two-night stays for up to four guests at NZD $10 per night* as an homage to the 10th anniversary of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, courtesy of Airbnb.

With access to 44 Hobbit Holes, The Millhouse, The Green Dragon Inn, and other beloved locations from the work of J.R.R. Tolkien, guests will take an unexpected journey into Middle-earth for an experience unlike any other.

With sweeping views of The Shire, they’ll enjoy:

●     Cozy overnight accommodation curated by the trilogies’ Creative Director Brian Massey, including a writing nook fit for Bilbo Baggins at The Millhouse.

●     Private access to a personal Hobbit Hole, set up for relaxing moments of Preciousss™  downtime and afternoon tea.

●     An evening banquet in The Green Dragon Inn with a feast featuring beef and ale stew, whole roast chickens, freshly baked breads and plenty of ale, plus Second Breakfast™ and Elevenses™ served daily.

●     A behind-the-scenes private tour of Hobbiton Movie Set

Now, one does not simply walk into Middle-earth. There are rules!

●     No unexpected parties, please –  unless with Gandalf and company.

●     Bare feet are allowed but wipe them first.

●     Magical rings permitted, but keep them secret, keep them safe.

●     Pony parking is provided only at The Green Dragon Inn.

●     Straying far at night is discouraged, thanks to multiple troll sightings of late.

●     No pets are allowed, except Pickles the resident Hobbiton cat.

●     Never laugh at live dragons…

“For more than two decades, we’ve welcomed millions of passionate fans to Hobbiton Movie Set, but never before has anyone had the opportunity to spend a night in Middle-earth. I am delighted to share the beauty of my family’s farm and pleased to be hosting this iconic location on Airbnb for fans from around the world,” shares Host Russel Alexander. 

How to book

Hobbits, elves, wizards and others may request to book one of three overnight stays on Wednesday, December 14 from 10:00AM NZDT/5:00AM PHT at airbnb.com/hobbiton. Stays will take place March 2-4, March 9-11, and March 16-18, 2023. You Shall Not Pass! (without requesting to book, of course).

To request to book, guests must have a verified Airbnb profile, a history of positive reviews and be aged 18+. Maximum occupancy is four persons. Two bedrooms are configured, featuring one queen bed, and the other two king-singles.

Guests are responsible for their own transportation to and from Auckland, New Zealand. Round trip car transportation will be provided for the two-hour journey between the airport and the property. (And just as a Wizard is never late, it’s important our guests arrive at their stay precisely when they mean to).

Travellers looking to book should note that this stay’s rules require strict adherence with local COVID-19 guidelines. Guests are responsible for their own travel to and from Auckland. Airbnb is closely monitoring COVID-19 infection rates and government policies and will offer booking guests a refund of the booking fee ($31) and $1,000 USD Airbnb travel credit if Airbnb determines it is necessary to cancel the stay due to COVID-19 guidelines.

*Plus taxes and fees. These three individual two-night stays are not a contest. The Hobbiton Movie Set is privately owned and operated.

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SHIRE TOURS, SHIRE’S REST, MIDDLE-EARTH, GREEN DRAGON, HOBBITON, THE HOBBIT and THE LORD OF THE RINGS and the characters, places, events and items contained therein, are trademarks or registered trademarks of Middle-Earth Enterprises, LLC and are used under license by Rings Scenic Tours Limited and Wingnut Film Productions Limited, which are independently owned and operated.

About Hobbiton Movie Set

From the moment you journey through the rolling green hills of the Waikato and get your first glimpse of real Middle-earth™, Hobbiton Movie Set will enchant you as a fictional world comes to life and captivating stories are shared. Since that fateful knock at the door in 1998, to the permanent reconstruction in 2009, every detail of the 12-acre movie set is lovingly maintained, creating the experience that exists today. Guests from around the world will feel welcomed to our slice of New Zealand countryside with iconic storybook landscapes, where each encounter offers a unique and authentic behind-the-scenes movie set experience.

About Airbnb

Airbnb was born in 2007 when two Hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 4 million Hosts who have welcomed more than 1 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, Hosts offer unique stays and experiences that make it possible for guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way.

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Bayview Park Hotel welcomes you home for Christmas

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With the yuletide festivities coming in full swing, Bayview Park Hotel stirred up cheers with a Coachella Christmas gathering.

It was an affair filled with fun and laughter.

Just like Christmas morning, guests were treated to a sumptuous feast with singing, dancing, and a whole lot of merry-making.

Bayview Park Hotel Lobby

The hotel lobby sparkled with nothing but colorful trimmings. Keeping up with the season’s traditions, the Christmas Tree Lighting was meant to mark the beginning of unending holiday celebrations. Clad in red, silver, and gold, it was lit up by Metro Manila’s officials, Mayor Honey Lacuna and Vice Mayor Yul Servo together with Bayview Park Hotel General Manager, Eugene Yap.

Offering its signature brand of hospitality for over 75 years, Bayview Park Hotel continues to be among the preferred accommodation options of those who frequently visit the district.

 (L-R) Eugene Yap, General Manager Bayview Park Hotel Manila, Hon. Maria Sheilah "Honey" Honrado Lacuna, Mayor City of Manila, Hon John Marvin "Yul" Servo, Vice Mayor City of Manila, Mr. Charlie Dungo, Director DTCAM City of Manila.

(L-R) Eugene Yap, General Manager Bayview Park Hotel Manila, Hon. Maria Sheilah "Honey" Honrado Lacuna, Mayor City of Manila, Hon John Marvin "Yul" Servo, Vice Mayor City of Manila, Mr. Charlie Dungo, Director DTCAM City of Manila.

(L-R) Jasmin Zapanta, Corporate Sales Manager, Mr. Charlie Dungo, Director DTCAM City of Manila, Eugene Yap, General Manager Bayview Park Hotel Manila, Hon. Maria Sheilah "Honey" Honrado Lacuna, Mayor City of Manila, Hon John Marvin "Yul" Servo, Vice Mayor City of Manila, Maria Veronica Galang, Travel Sales Manager, Lou-anne Aguilar Asst. Manager Banquets, Teresa Concepcion, Asst. Manager for Credit and Collection, Angeline Lopez, Front Office Manager, Kristine Santos, Asst. Manager Corporate.

(L-R) Maria Veronica Galang, Eugene Yap, General Manager Bayview Park Hotel Manila Sales Manager, Mr. Levi C. Facundo, Director-Bureau of Permits, City Of Manila, Ms. Sharlene Z. Batin, Regional Director, Department Of Tourism, Mr. Charlie Dungo, Director DTCAM City of Manila, Jasmin Zapanta, Corporate Sales Manager.

With everyone looking forward to Christmas and the coming New Year, your home by the bay is also brimming with glee to delight and serve you with its full slate of exciting offerings and events.

Start by enjoying a relaxing getaway and avail the Bayview Park Hotel’s Christmas vouchers. For only P3,200.00 /net, you can spend a night in the Superior Room inclusive of breakfast for two. You can also avail of the Power Meal or Bento Meal food vouchers for only PhP 1,000.00 / net good for two persons.

For a sumptuous dining experience, indulge in the Festivity Dinner and treat yourself to Bayview’s baby back ribs and unlimited cocktails. Enjoy this for a discounted rate of PhP 999.00 until December 15. Regular rate of PhP 1,299.00 applies from December 16 onwards.

As a gift to their valued guests, you and your family can also take advantage of the Festivity Package. Just book from December 1 - 15, 2022 and stay in the Superior and Deluxe Rooms at Php 4,999.00 and Php 5,999.00 respectively – Php 1,000.00 off from its original rate.

At Bayview Park Hotel, it will definitely be a holiday to remember.

For more information, visit bayviewparkhotel.com or check their social media pages @bayviewparkhotel. You may also reach them at (02) 8526 1-555 or book directly via bookings@bayviewparkhotel.

Have A Holly, Jolly, Yummy Christmas with Richmonde Hotel Ortigas

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Richmonde Hotel Ortigas’ Holly Jolly Yummy Goodies this Christmas Season

It’s the best time of the year once again! And even if we won’t get snow, you can always have a cup of cheer and an assortment of delectable culinary creations from Richmonde Hotel Ortigas. Executive Chef Tristan Galang and his merry kitchen team have prepared luscious baked treats and savory pies for your celebrations and gift-giving this season.

Hamper of Holiday Happiness is filled with freshly baked and flavorful breads with homemade spreads.

Take your holiday feasts anywhere and indulge in traditional Yuletide fare when you order Richmonde’s Special Hotbox Platters packed in self-heating containers so you can warm up food with ease. These nostalgic dishes are not only delicious but also great for sharing and perfect for your home celebrations and potluck parties: Salmon en Croute (PhP 2,800), Cottage Pie (PhP 2,400), Shepherd’s Pie (PhP 2,555), Chicken Pot Pie (PhP 1,650), and Potatoes au Gratin (PhP 1,620).

Decadent Christmas Cakes: Red Velvet, Richmonde Chocolate Cake & Flourless Chocolate Cake

Make the holidays brighter, yummier, and sweeter as you delight in Richmonde’s decadent Signature Moist Chocolate Cake (from PhP 250), Flourless Chocolate Cake (from PhP 515), and Red Velvet Cheesecake (from PhP 395), all decked out with Christmas designs. Level up your snack breaks this season and relish these choice fresh-from-the-oven breads—Banana Walnut Bread (PhP 335), Creamy Spinach Baguette (PhP 360), Cranberry Babka (PhP 320), and Coffee Bun (PhP 364/box of 4). Or elevate your trusty toast with Richmonde’s Herbed Butter (PhP 200) and Bacon Jam (PhP 265) spreads.

Signature Ensaymadas come in three variants this season: plain, ube, pork floss, and alcapone.

Try out new pastry items like the Coffee Bun  or order all-time favorites like the Banana Walnut Bread .

Richmonde’s signature year-round hits, the Plain Ensaymada (PhP 195) and Ube Ensaymada (PhP 225), with their soft bread and generous toppings of rich whipped butter and grated cheese, are always a welcome gift. Two new variants, the Pork Floss Ensaymada (PhP 250) and Alcapone Ensaymada (PhP 275), are must-try pastries making their debut this season. Need an ensaymada that’s easy to share? The Mini-Ensaymadas in boxes of 4 pcs (Plain, PhP 275/Ube, PhP 315) and 9 pcs (Plain, PhP 600/Ube, PhP 685) are great choices.

Special Holiday Hotbox Platters Salmon en Croute Hotbox

Those extra dear to you will surely love the specially curated Christmas Hampers that consist of an assortment of Richmonde’s tasty breads and homemade spreads packed in an elegant see-through box. These scrumptious gift sets come in two sizes. The Box of Freshly Baked Bliss (PhP 1,750) is good for 3 to 5 persons and contains 1 creamy spinach baguette, 1 braided rosemary loaf, 2 coffee buns, 1 mini pork floss ensaymada, 1 mini alcapone ensaymada, 1 jar of herbed butter, and 1 jar of bacon jam. The Hamper of Holiday Happiness (PhP 2,250), on the other hand, is good for 6 to 8 persons with bigger versions of the breads in the Box of Freshly Baked Bliss, plus a loaf of cranberry babka.

See the display of holiday goodies at Richmonde Ortigas’ Lobby Café. You can also visit the hotel’s official Facebook page to see the complete catalogue. For hassle-free purchases, goodies are available for pickup and delivery until January 8, 2023, with advance orders and prepayment. Lead time of at least 48 hours is required and bulk orders may be arranged.

For inquiries and orders, call (632) 8638-7777, SMS or Viber (63) 917 534 4352, email fbsup@richmondeortigas.com, or message @Richmonde Hotel Ortigas on Facebook and Instagram.

As the initial venture of leading real estate company, Megaworld Corporation, into the hospitality business, Richmonde Hotel Ortigas is a proud local brand that opened in 1999 at the heart of the then-burgeoning Ortigas Center. It is now a member of the steadily growing stable of homegrown brands under the Megaworld Hotels and Resorts group. For more information on Richmonde Hotel Ortigas, log on to www.richmondehotelortigas.com.ph and for the latest news on the hotel, follow @RichmondeHotelOrtigas on Facebook and Instagram.