Holiday Vacation with the Family

Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a happy holiday. As for my family it was exhausting but filled with fun memories. My sister arrived last December 17, the following day she flew to Hong Kong with our parents and sister-in-law while my family went out of town to Subic Bay.

We stayed at Vista Marina Hotel, in one of the suite fronting the bay, for two nights . Here my son is busy playing with the hotel's guide sheet. I brought along some of my collection for a little photo play.

We ate dinner at Seafood by the Bay.

Then we had a night stroll along Moonbay Marina before going back to the hotel. In the following days, we did our shopping for goods available only in SBMA shops and warehouses.

After Christmas day, our family went for a tour in Villa Escudero located at San Pablo, Laguna.

We visited the Escudero Museum filled with interesting artifacts and collections.

We had a nice native lunch buffet at the waterfalls.

Then, we visited the chapel as our final stop.

Finally, we arrived back in Manila and had a delicious dinner in Precious Moments Cafe and Showroom.

On December 29 we attended my niece's birthday party. We had a D.I.Y. photo booth which was my sisters' idea.

The following day is our annual family reunion which was held in the resort owned by the family of my cousin. It was a delightful day as it was also my parents wedding anniversary.

Here the kids are dancing while the elders tosses coins everywhere for the kids to enjoy.

After new year's day, our family took off to go North. Our first stop, Kahuna Beach Resort and Spa located at San Juan, La Union. The place is totally awesome! I love the suites, the infinity pool and view of the ocean is really beautiful.

This is our suite fronting the ocean.

Next to our list is Vigan, Ilocos Sur. We visited the Burgos Residence Museum, Heritage Village and the Vigan Cathedral.

A view of the Heritage Village Calle Crisologo. I love the old and vintage structures.

The Burgos Residence Museum. Padre Burgos lived here, he was one of the martyred GOMBURZA priests executed by Spain, suspected of rebellion.

The Vigan Cathedral in honor of Saint Paul the Apostle.

Of course, it wouldn't be complete without eating the Vigan empanada at the plaza. I had three pieces with matching Coke as beverage.

Then, we headed to Baguio. We stayed in Holiday Park Hotel at the city area.

The following morning we are scheduled to go at La Trinidad Valley for fresh stawberries. While waiting I had a photo play with my son and my critters at the hotel lobby.

Strawberry picking at the farm with the family.

Then afterwards, we had a yummy lunch at Mommy's. I love the Bulalo and the fresh vegetable dishes.

My son and husband rode the horse and took a 30 minute stroll at the trail. My husband said the view at the trail was spectacular. My son loved it.

Going back to Manila, we visited Manila Ocean Park.

We stayed in the Aqua Suite. Here Miggy and Nina poses for the camera. They loved the aquarium, the soft bed and the tub.

We ate lunch at Pancake House

I had my favorite plate set with roast chicken, tacos and salad.

Waking up inside the suite with the site of the huge aquarium was such a lovely experience.

Beautiful sunset at Manila Bay from Manila Ocean Park.

We watched the awesome Musical Fountain show! A must see for everyone when visiting Manila Ocean Park.

Finally, we walked through the Oceanarium to see different water creatures.

Our vacation ended but the happy memories of it will surely last forever. I believe in our DOT campaign that "It's more fun in the Philippines" especially when you are having a great time with your family.