DIY Trip: Ultra Winds Mountain Resort

Every vacation I spent in CdEO, I always make sure to spend it well. I always plan a mini-trip together with my friends. This time, we decided to spend a stay-cation overnight in one of the newest resort in Bukidnon - Ultra Winds Mountain Resort

Though it's part of Bukidnon, it is just a 20 minute ride from the city proper of CdEO. The main reason why we chose to stay here is because of their infinity pool. Yes, you heard it right - INFINITY POOL! (Buti pa ang pool, may infinity. HAHAHA!)

I'm in loooooove! ♥

We booked an overnight double deluxe room which is good for four but since we are five, we have to pay for an additional bed. The room is nice and cozy with 2 double beds, additional mattress, 41-inches LED cabled TV, WIFI and mini-fridge. Plus, we have a free breakfast and free use of the infinity pool! It's complete! The room rate with the mentioned amenities is P4000.

Going uphill is a challenge because the road is bumpy and public vehicle is not available in the area. We decided to book their service which is at P899 - roundtrip pick-up and drop-off at Plaza Divisoria. 

We gathered at Dunkin Donuts' in front of Xavier Universit and we were so shocked when we saw the "service" that we will ride on. We are not going on a military camp, aren't we?

This will be our safe haven as we climb the mountain. Lol! 

(PS, this was taken when we are about to leave. But yeah, just look at how big the vehicle is - and we are only 5!)

Even taking groufie is so hard because we were so scattered across the car and it's so big.

When we arrived at around 5PM, we were greeted by this very native and classy front desk/lobby. The staffs are friendly and nice. WARNING! Loaded photos ahead! ✌

Front desk 😁

Towards the end of the road is their function hall for wedding, birthdays and parties.

Now, I wonder how this cute yellow car manage to take the road less traveled? 😮

A refreshing view from our room's terrace. 😍

My staycation buddies.  😍😍😍

(R-L: Bhonita, Remai, Justine, Lyn & yours truly)

Sunset sesh with my girlfriends. ♥

The mandatory porch shot before we rock the night and the infinity pool. 😎

Whoever introduced the concept of Infinity Pool is a genius. Seriously, who can say no to this relaxing and enchanting moment?

City lights, stars and beautiful pool. HEAVEN! ♥

The next day, we woke up at around 7AM after sleeping at around 3AM. Hahaha! We took our free breakfast - you can choose from their menu and it comes with a drink (coffee, milk, milo, iced tea or fruit juice). I got their Tapsilog and coffee. It tastes good! 

After having a quick breakfast, we decided to have our morning swimming. Waaaaa! Staycation at its' finest huh?

I just can't say NO! ♥

We checked out at 12 noon and unfortunately, I lost the baller which serves as an "ID" for a checked-in guest so I had to pay P50. But overall, my experience is very good! We had fun! :)

If you are planning to have your trip in CdEO or Bukidnon, this is a must-visit resort. Really perfect for relaxing and chilling. It's definitely worth every centavo! I'll be back soon, when the extension of the pool is done. Yey!

We will be back, Ultra Winds Resort! ♥♥♥

Macau Adventures

Today, I will share with you our half day Macau trip.

Macau is part of our 3D3N Hong Kong trip - check full blog here. Of course, who would want to miss the "Vegas of Asia"? Not me, definitely! 😂

After our half day HK city tour, our tour guide dropped us at Hong Kong-China Ferry Terminal located at Tsim Tsa Tsui, Kowloon. Don't be confused, there are three ports in HK. 

• Hong Kong–Macau Ferry Terminal
• Address:202 Connaught Road Central, Central, Hong Kong Island
• How to get there: MTR Sheung Wan Station, Exit D
• Hong Kong–China Ferry Terminal
• Address:33 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
• How to get there: MTR Tsim Sha Tsui Station, Exit A1
• Hong Kong SkyPier
• Address:3 Sky City Road East, Hong Kong International Airport, Lantau

For the ferry ticket from HK to Macau, the fare varies whether you are travelling on daylight over weekday or weekend or night sailing. Since our departure is daylight on a weekend, we paid HKD 177 or PHP 1100 for Economy Class. However, this is already included in our tour package. Hihihi! For the complete list of schedule and fares, you may check this site - TurboJet

Passports ready. Here we go Macau!

Since Macau is technically a different country, we have to go through an Embassy interview again. Don't worry about that, they are kind. A lot of tourists are headed to Macau on that day too. We are caught up on long queue.

Queue for Embassy interview. 

Nice and clean ferry terminal.

The fastest way to go to Macau from HK is via Turbo Jet. Yes, it's a jet and travel time is approximately 55 mins. Can you imagine that? Yey! It's my first time to ride a jet. Let's go! 

Comfy seats, just like the ones on air bus.

Wide spaces.

First timer on a Turbo Jet :)

We slept for nearly 45 minutes all because we were tired from all the walking that we did earlier. When the captain was announcing our arrival in few minutes, our excitement comes kickin' again! 

Touchdown Macau!

Our tour guide will meet us at the lobby, so we went directly to the meeting place. 

This is not a mall, ahh-huh! This is Macau Ferry Terminal :)

We rode in a shuttle along with the other group of Filipino tourists. Our tour guide is very friendly. He speaks Cantonese and Portuguese very well. If you our wondering why I mentioned about Portuguese, well, Macau was once under the colony of Portugal. If you can see, the structure of the buildings are similar to that of the western style. Macau's currency is Macanese Pataca or MOP. 1 MOP = 1 HKD :) They accept HKD in Macau but MOP is not accepted everywhere in Hong Kong.

Our first stop is the very famous Ruins of St. Paul. This is a must-visit place in Macau. The facade is very charming and rustic. This has been listed as part of UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admission is free daily from 9AM - 6PM.

Undeniably beautiful. Classic.

Thanks to our tour guide, we have a picture together. :)

From the Ruins, you can see one of the most popular hotel in Macau - Grand Lisboa. It is a 47-floor and 856 ft tall hotel plated with shimmering gold color.

Meet Grand Lisboa, the tallest building in my background. 

Another famous hotel in Macau is the Galaxy Hotel. We were not able to tour around the hotel but we got the chance to take a photo when we passed by the area.

Stunning.

Our tour guide will drop us at the most famous hotel in Macau and we are really super excited to take a tour around this majestic hotel. We are on our own to explore the place and it started in the lobby with a Beauty and the Beast stage set up. :)

But where am I? :)

Oh yes! You got it right! Ola Venetian Macau Resort Hotel! :) Why are you shining shimmering splendid? ❤

Venetian Macau Resort Hotel is not just a luxury hotel. It is also a casino and a mall. Yes! A mall! So, let's start strolling! 

Casino Area 

(Sorry for the blurred photo. We were on the escalator while taking this shot.)

Too much photos here. Let's move to the other side. :) Are you ready? Brace yourselves! Warning: Pictures Overload!

And I admit, I was lost. I feel like I am on an entirely different world. How can this place be this beautiful? I'm in love. 😍

After hours of walking around the place, savoring the beauty and charm of the whole place, we decided to take a snack. Egg tart is very famous in Macau and we don't want to miss that. Since we are already here, we went to Lord Stow's and check their egg tart.

Even from afar, you can already smell the aroma that this egg tart splurge. True enough, it didn't fail us. It was very yummy! An egg tart costs around MOP 8 or PHP 40. This is a must try in Macau!

After our late afternoon snack, we decided to check out the view outside Venetian Macau. And yes, it was indeed as beautiful as it was inside. Let the pictures explain.

The hotels are just near each other and they are beautiful at night. When we finally had enough with Venetian Macau, our next destination is to watch the Dancing Water at Wynn Hotel. 

From Venetian Hotel, we walked to City of Dreams to avail of their free shuttle. Hahaha! It's amazing right? Most of the hotels in Macau offers free shuttle to various places. Just always ask the guard or concierge. :)  

We were dropped at Grand Lisboa - yes the one I mentioned earlier during our visit in the Ruins, and we have to walk around 5 minutes to Wynn Hotel. Here are some photos taken around while walking.

Wynn Hotel, Dancing Water

The show runs for around 10-15 minutes daily and it's for FREE! When finally we hear drums, tug! tug! tug! Here you go!

I am a lover of water fountain that's why I really love watching this. It dances with the music along with different colors. Beautiful. Once again, I fell in love with Macau. ❤

After watching the show, we rush to Macau Ferry Terminal to catch the last Turbo Jet to Kowloon. Glad we made it! We slept all through out the trip because it was only then we felt exhausted.

Ciao, Macau!

We had so much fun in Macau. It was a short but sweet visit. Until we meet again.