INTERCONTINENTAL MANILA

My Good friend in Cagayan De Oro "Zerton Dagoc" texted me early fist week of March that he is planning to go back here in Manila with his best friend "Vickay". They will be attending WOBEX 2013 at World Trade Center.

Since I was treated good and  special by Zerton when I had my vacation in Cagayan last year, now is my time to give back all the effort he did.

Good thing, I was still able to book two DELUXE rooms using my employee rate to accommodate him and Vicaky's family.

Vickay's family arrived early 7:00 AM in Manila March 15,2013. Then Zerton arrived around 10:30 AM. I fetched him from the airport and go straight ahead to World Trade Center to meet Vickay. I was kinda afraid meeting Vickay as Zerton always told me before that she is kinda strict and straight forward type of person- that when she don't like you, she will simply ignore you.  But when I met her, it's totally opposite.

We checked in exact 2:00PM. Though I am working for more than a year in IHG, it's my first time to avail my employee rate in Intercontinental Manila as it is quite expensive compare to other brands. I usually go for Holiday Inn's.

My Welcome Letter

Complimentary Fruits

Hotel Local Guide

When we arrived at the hotel, they took a nap as they were tired from their trip. But it became a long sleep. They were planning to wake up by 4:00 PM to have some swimming, but they woke up around 6:00 PM and they feel hungry so we decided to grab some early dinner at Glorietta 4.

"Photo's on our rooms"

After early dinner I still decided to go on swimming. While I'm enjoying the pool. Zerton was so buy taking pictures. (Zerton is a freelance photographer and I owe him these great photos)

 

The next morning swimming together with Ate Vickay, Kuya Sammy and their daughter. 

Just pointing the Hotel Logo

Me and Ate Vickay with their daughter

Me with Kuya Sam

Oooops!! of course my good friend Zerton!!

Then before check out, a good friend of Zerton, "Rita" also dropped by to say hi. And then that time I knew that Zerton, Vickay and Rita were college classmates.What??? It's been a great time and great place for their reunion indeed!!!Hahaha

Zerton and Rita

Opps!!There they are!!! The CLASSMATES!!

Group picture before check out!!!

It's been a busy yet relaxing weekend.

  We get more from what we paid for. That's why I embrace and love my work. Thank you IHG!!!It's been a Great experience at Intercontinental Manila.

Special thank's to Zerton for the great photos and to Ate Vickay and Kuya Sammy for the dinner and wine. Hope you enjoyed your stay!!! Until next time.

W.H.E.R.E.'S N.E.X.T. ?

About Intercontinental Manila

Situated in the city’s entertainment district, this Manila hotel is a place to see and be seen. A landmark hotel with award-winning restaurants and celebrity-packed bars, the 332 guestrooms and suites ensure your every comfort. The top floor Club Lounge offers a breathtaking view over the urban cityscapes, whilst the gardens and pool provide a tropical oasis in the heart of the city. For leisure time, visit nearby Ayala Museum, the island fortress of Corregidor or the walled city of Intramuros.

Features

InterContinental Manila is located centrally in the Philippines' premier financial and commercial district- Makati City. It is convenient for business, shopping, and entertainment. The hotel continues to be a favorite among travelers to Metro Manila not only for its central location but more so for its friendly, efficient and innovative service.

Each guest room at the InterContinental Manila offers luxury comforts such as premium bedding, mini bars, refrigerators, microwaves, clock radios, satellite televisions, in-room movie systems, desks with telephones and Internet connections, irons and ironing boards, coffee and tea machines, and en suite baths with hair dryers, bathrobes, and name brand bath products.

This five-star hotel offers many upscale amenities. Guests of the InterContinental Manila can enjoy the fine dining establishments and cocktail lounges on the premises, the swimming pool and well-equipped fitness center, the business center with office equipment and meeting spaces, ballroom and conference centers, and laundry and dry cleaning services.

Transportation to and from Hotel

 

Ninoy Aquino International Airport( MNL)

• Distance: 4.97 MI/8.0 KM SOUTH to Hotel
• From the airport terminal, take the route giong to Roxas Boulevard via the Airport Road. Turn left to Roxas Boulevard then right going to Edsa. Go straight to Makati City and turn left via Ayala Avenue then left to Hotel Drive going to the hotel.

Train

• Station Name: Metro Rail Transit (MRT)
• Distance: 0.06 MI/0.1 KM WEST to Hotel

Subway

• Subway Station Name: Metro Rail Transit (MRT)
• Distance: 0.31 MI/0.5 KM SOUTH to Hotel

LOCAL GUIDES

 Attractions


METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF MANILA (6.0 KM)
VILLA ESCUDERO PLANTATION (0.0 KM)
INTRAMUROS - OLD WALLED CITY (9.0 KM)
MANILA OCEAN PARK (8.5 KM)
CULTURAL CENTER OF THE PHILIPPINES (6.0 KM)
AYALA TRIANGE GARDENS (1.0 KM)
COCONUT PALACE (6.0 KM)
CORREGIDOR ISLAND (0.0 KM)
MT. PINATUBO TREKKING (0.0 KM)
PLANTATION BAY RESORT (0.0 KM)
SAN AGUSTIN CHURCH (8.0 KM)
MANILA CHINESE CEMETERY (13.0 KM)
MANILA AMERICAN CEMETERY AND MEMORIAL (3.0 KM)
NATIONAL ART GALLERY - NATIONAL MUSEUM (7.5 KM)
AYALA MUSEUM (1.0 KM)
GREENBELT PARK (1.0 KM)


 Must See: 

The Ayala Museum; the walled city of Intramuros for a glimpse of the Spanish colonial era; the church of Las Pinas to listen to the world's only bamboo organ.


Must Do: 
The hotel's idyllic location in the entertainment and leisure hub of Makati City, make shopping and dining at Ayala Center a fabulous experience. A must-try is an exciting city tour onboard an iconic 'Jeepney Bus' arranged exclusively by the hotel.

 What's New: 
The latest addition to the bustling Ayala Center is the Glorietta 5. Enjoy the convenience of world-class shopping, dining and entertainment right across from InterContinental Manila with Ayala Mall's new Glorietta 5.


Don't Go Home Without: 

Go shop at nearby Balikbayan Hadicrafts and Kultura for fabulously unique souvenir finds and world-class Philippine furniture and home accessories. Discover Manila on-board an air-conditioned ‘Jeepney Bus’ to visit cultural heritage sights.

Tips: 
Get a good discount with cash purchases at some stores. 
 

Hotel Address and Contact Details:
No. 1 Ayala Ave P.O. Box 731-D-3117  Manila ,    1226  Philippines Book online or call: 1800-1651-8888 Hotel Front Desk : 63-2-7527777