Taal Vista Hotel: Still The Best Staycation in Tagaytay, Philippines

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Taal Vista Hotel: Still The Best Staycation in Tagaytay, Philippines

Witnessing Taal Vista's 73rd anniversary celebration and Christmas tree lighting headed by:
(L-R) Mr. Walid Wafik, Taal Vista Hotel’s newly-appointed General Manager; Mrs. Felicidad Sy, Member of the Board of Trustees of SM Foundation; and, Ms. Elizabeth Sy, President of SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation

Taal Vista Hotel's New Lobby

Taal Vista's New Lobby Lounge is all about plush floral seats that are perfect with the stone fireplace. Now, all we need is a cup of eggnog in this cozy ambiance  

Facade of Taal Vista Hotel

There are plenty of places to stay in Tagaytay but we always go back to the BEST. Being a landmark deeply entrenched in the history and heritage of Tagaytay city for 73 years now, Taal Vista Hotel still remains to be on top of the game by continuously improving the hotel facilities and services.

Welcome fruit platter

I so appreciate simple things like this :) Kudos to Mr. Wafik for providing a personal touch in welcoming guests.

Our spacious room at Taal Vista Hotel's newly refurbished Mountain Wing.

Our own secret garden

When staying with kids at Taal Vista Hotel, I highly recommend getting the Mountain Wing rooms on the ground level. The garden at the back of the room serves as a mini-running area for kids to just go around and enjoy while the adults watch them from the porch.

Closet with a Safe


Bathroom with complete toiletries and fresh towels

The weather was quite a bit cold already so we didn't let the kids swim in the pool. Instead, they enjoyed a warm "swimming party" in the bathtub :)

Cafe on the Ridge

Taal Vista Heritage Cuisine

Buffet breakfast is usually included in the package but since the kids did not want to leave the ridge (they were running all day long), we decided to have lunch there too. For Php 988 per pax, you will get to experience Taal Vista's Lunch Buffet with Heritage Cuisine, a collection of treasured Filipino dishes cooked with a new spin.

Dining with live entertainment :)

The Ridge

After lunch, we spent the whole afternoon at the ridge. This is where the kids enjoyed the most - me, too!

What a huge playing area! 

Kids are running and rolling everywhere!!

♥ best place for bonding moments ♥

 Keep those gadgets away and spend some quality time with the family at Taal Vista Hotel :)

Holiday season is coming soon. Have a quick weekend getaway at Taal Vista Hotel and enjoy making fun-filled memories together :)

TAAL VISTA HOTEL

Kilometer 60, Aguinaldo Highway,

Tagaytay City, Philippines.

Contact Numbers:

+63 (2) 886-4325,

+63 (46) 413-100

+63 0917 809-1254

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Taal Vista Hotel: Still The Best Staycation in Tagaytay, Philippines

CROSSWINDS RESORT SUITES, Tagaytay: Where Christmas Is Around Every Corner

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CROSSWINDS RESORT SUITES, Tagaytay: Where Christmas Is Around Every Corner

CrossWinds Swiss Luxury Resort

Where to stay in Tagaytay? If you are looking for a quiet retreat surrounded by the crisp scent of 20,000 pine trees, a Swiss luxury resort in Tagaytay is ready to welcome you. CrossWinds Resort Suites has 24 very spacious hotel rooms, with suites that come with kitchen, dining area and separate living area.

CrossWinds Resort Suites Hotel Tagaytay

We stayed overnight at the 1-BR Suite. It's pretty good for at least 4 pax since the sofa is also a pull-out bed. Crosswinds Resort Suites is a bit far from the Tagaytay restaurants area and the restaurant inside the vicinity is still in the planning stage so they highly recommend that the guests make use of the kitchen in the suites and just bring their own food for cooking :)

The kitchen is complete with pots and pans, rice cooker, oven, microwave, refrigerator and coffee maker.

Really spacious living area

Our breathtaking view - surrounded by evergreens

My niece loved this room because she liked the "princess bed"

Even if CrossWinds Resort Suites do not have their own restaurant yet, they still serve buffet breakfast - American and Filipino - perfect combination. Also, if you ever get hungry and do not feel like driving all the way to Olivarez, do not worry because CrossWinds Resort Suites has their own convenience store inside the property. You will surely find something yummy that will satisfy your hungry belly.

Even the breakfast area feels cozy :)

"Finds Village Store" - the only convenience store in the vicinity

And to our great surprise, just beside the Village store is Santa's House! Not only did the kids found this amazing, but the adults as well. Too bad, Santa was not there that day but we sure had loads of fun playing in his house.

Rudolph and the rest of the reindeers went out with Santa - only Vixen and Prancer were left to entertain these little kiddos

Sweet! Who would've thought that Santa lives at CrossWinds Resort Suites?!

"Rock and Roll" while Santa is away

She belongs!

The Christmas Village is definitely the highlight of our stay at CrossWinds Resort Suites :) This left a mark on the kids' childhood memories.

Aside from Santa's house, you will also find a swimming pool (although it's not heated :p ), a helipad (which can be rented out for events - awesome view, by the way) and a Christmas store. A gym, spa and resto are expected to be done by 2014 :)

Swimming Pool

Helipad, which also serves as an events place.

(Php 20,000 for 8 hours)

TIP: Schedule the event during sunset. The view is just WOW! 

Christmas novelty items will be available till December of this year.

All in all, we had a wonderful stay at CrossWinds Resort Suites; and the most important thing for us is that my niece loved it! She felt like she's really in Christmas Village especially after visiting Santa's house and the Christmas Store. 

CROSSWINDS RESORT SUITES

Brgy. Iruhin, Central Calambad Road
Tagaytay City


Contact Numbers:
856-9601
623-7084
0917-569-6280



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Studio Room Promo Rates:

Sunday: Php 3,300

Weekday: Php 3,800

Weekend: Php 5,000

1-BR Suite Promo Rates:

Sunday: Php 4,500

Weekday: Php 5,500

Weekend: Php 6,500

2-BR Suite Promo Rates:

Sunday: Php 5,500
Weekday: Php 6,500
Weekend: Php 7,800

3-BR Suite: Php 15,000

CROSSWINDS RESORT SUITES, Tagaytay: Where Christmas Is Around Every Corner

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Greeka Kouzina Brings Greece To San Juan

Transport yourselves to the island of Greece as Greeka Kouzina serve you loads of meats the way Greeks do - in huge portions, meant to be shared and enjoyed by a group of people.

Lifestyle is a choice. With more and more people getting conscious with what they eat, Greeka Kouzina is one of the best restaurants to go to. Everything is served fresh and  cooked in olive oil (except for the fried calamares, of course). 

Every main dish comes with your choice of siding. I suggest you get the Spanakorizo (spinach rice) if you are the type of person who needs rice with your meal. 

Greeka Kouzina's inviting ambiance has a very relaxed atmosphere where spontaneous conversations are enjoyed over great food and drinks.

 

The second floor can also hold private events such as product launching, birthday parties, etc.

Watercress Blue Cheese Salad (Php 300)

Thinly sliced sweet pears coupled with the sharp and distinct flavor of blue cheese mixed with greens and big watercress added with walnut crunch - MUST TRY :) Just to warn you, this is good for 4-5 pax.

Spanakopita (Spinach Pie - Php 280)

Greeka Kouzina's spanakopita is the perfect dish for those watching their weight. It is very light and made with 98% fat-free phyllo pastry baked with spinach, feta and Greek herbs, served with their home-made tzatziki sauce (yogurt with cucumbers).

Greeka Kouzina's BESTSELLER: 

Arni Lemonato (Roast Lamb - Php 490)

This 5-hour roasted lamb was so tender it just falls off the bone. "Sarap to the bone" literally because the bone marrow was super tasty as well.

Moussaka - a delectable grilled eggplant layered with beef tomato sauce and cheesy bechamel complemented our roasted lamb.

Paidaka (Lamb Rib Cutlets - Php 520)

I think this is my favorite - tenderly grilled lamb cutlets marinated in Greeka Kouzina's signature spices, served with a mint lemon sauce. However, I still prefer mint jelly with my lamb, which is available only upon request.

Greek Couscous Salad

Greeka Kouzina's couscous salad was a refreshing delight to our palates, especially with the two flavorful lamb dishes we had. It had sweet heirloom tomatoes, regular tomatoes and cherry tomatoes ♥♥♥

Beef Souvlaki (Php 360)

Souvlaki refers to delectable char-grilled skewers of meat and vegetables. We had the juicy beef skewer - oh so good! Do try and partner it with the home-made tzatziki sauce and surprise your senses.

Spanakakorizo (Spinach Rice)

The beef souvlaki comes with one skewer per order; and the best siding to partner it with is Greeka Kouzina's spinach rice for a complete hearty meal. The spanakorizo consists of rice, spinach, mint and dill herbs sprinkled with feta cheese. (it's already a meal in itself - so deliciously good)

Baklava (Php 180)

If you want to have an authentic Greek dessert, you might want to try Greeka Kouzina's baklava - layered phyllo pastry with pistachio, walnuts and cashews topped with guiltless Greek yogurt. It was okay but I'm sure I will like it more with a frozen yogurt instead :)

GREEKA KOUZINA

285 P. Guevarra St., San Juan

(Formerly POWER MAC Service Center)

Telephone Number: 624-5974

Store Hours:

Monday to Sunday:

Lunch: 11:30 am - 3:00 pm

Dinner: 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm


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Greeka Kouzina Brings Greece To San Juan