Manila is the buzzing capital city of the Philippines. It is a teeming metropolis where you can shop, eat and play to your heart's content Manila is the buzzing capital city of the Philippines. It is a teeming metropolis where you can shop, eat and play to your heart's content

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Mövenpick Resort & Spa Cebu
The Mediterranean-inspired enclave, set on its own private beach on Mactan Island, offers white sandy beaches and excellent diving and snorkelling. Cebu, with its vibrant nightlife and shopping is just half an hour away. Room categories include deluxe and executive, as well as one and two-bedroom Executive Spa Suites. Most offer direct sea views and the suites offer balconies with sea views, living room and expansive bathroom with Jacuzzi. Guests can choose from five restaurants and bars.
Contact: Resort.Cebu@moevenpick.com

Plantation Bay Resort & Spa, Cebu
A three-time Conde Nast Traveler award-winner, the colonial plantation-themed resort is built around a series of interconnected saltwater lagoons and freshwater pools. Virtually every room comes with a tranquil waterfront view and the resort is also home to the curiously quirky Mogambo Springs spa, designed in the style of an 18th century Tokugawa Japanese village. A family-friendly destination, kids are kept occupied with a full schedule of daily activities and there are watersports galore. From US$150 per room per night.
Contact: www.plantationbay.com

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Discovery Shores, Boracay
The perfect beachfront getaway for both family fun and romantic seclusion, the resort offers 88 contemporary-styled suites. Guests can chill out on the island’s famous soft white sands (with beach butlers on call), hike to nearby Mount Luho, enjoy the thrill of kiteboarding, or simply relax on a private verandah. Its Terra Spa was recently voted one of the Top Hotel Spas in Asia by readers of Travel + Leisure, and the resort’s Indigo restaurant is a regular fixture on top regional restaurant listings. From US$285 per room per night.
Contact: www.discoveryshores.com