Tagaytay Highlands remains to be discerning Filipinos’ top “destination estate” for the holidays

Tagaytay Highlands continues to top discerning Filipinos'
wish lists as it lines up special holiday festivities for its
residents, their families, and their guests. In this premier
mountain resort community and go-to destination south
of the metro, there will be a lot of family get-togethers
amid scenic Taal Lake yet following stringent
minimum health standards and safety protocols.

This time of the year is what Filipinos consider as the happiest. Spending the holidays away from the stressful vibe of the big city, and finding peace and serenity in the countryside, easily comes to mind. Surely none proffers this prospect more delightfully than Tagaytay Highlands, the country’s go-to holiday destination south of the metro. 

The premier mountain resort community is primed to let its residents, their families, and their guests enjoy a relaxing holiday break. Whether ensconced in cozy log cabins or in luxurious, close-to-nature dwellings located in the Highlands’ exclusive residential enclaves, grownups and children will look out, not on smog-shrouded cityscapes but on stunning vistas of tranquil Taal Lake, the legendary Mount Makiling, and Canlubang Valley shimmering in the horizon.

Serenity and scenery: Summer in Tagaytay Highlands

Golfing families can head for Tagaytay Highlands’
top-notch golf courses—
the Tagaytay Highlands International Golf Club 

After cocooning indoors for nearly two summers, people are raring to break free and head for the great outdoors—to a mountain aerie that spells a summer-in-the-mountains experience: multiple contrasting nature views taking the concept of play to a whole new level; where clean, crisp air, sensory indulgences, and a plethora of activities for fun and relaxation abound. And a setting that is far removed from the crowded metropolis is premier mountain resort Tagaytay Highlands, the ultimate summer destination south of the metro for affluent Filipinos. 

Tagaytay Highlands offers a mesmerizing vista of scenic Taal Lake. Rising in the distance is Laguna’s mythical Mt. Makiling while Canlubang Valley shimmers in the horizon. Such scenes of uncommon beauty invoke a calm return to one’s self amid these tranquil views.

Tagaytay Highlands’ immersive experience ramps up digitalization efforts

Families who are looking at investing in an alternative
 primary home that they can retreat to from the
 widespread contagion in the metro, would do
well to choose The Garden Villas at Horizon Terraces.

When the world was thrust into a health crisis early in 2020, it left people sheltered in place. Yet, even as most stick close to home, the property market continues to thrive. Amid quarantine restrictions, real estate, deemed one of the best-performing industries during the pandemic, has readily transitioned to the digital space. 

Tagaytay Highlands conforms to the new normal as it accelerates its digital conversion. Discerning homebuyers are now given online access to experiential journeys that allow them to ‘explore’ potential alternative primary homes without onsite visits.

The country’s premier mountain resort complex has developed a 360° Virtual Walkthrough of its Horizon Terraces Garden Villas’ Glendale model unit, a contactless solution for attending to customers on their property-prospecting journey. With just a few clicks of the mouse, this immersive virtual tour allows one to check out all rooms and living spaces in the model home as if they were actually standing there.

Tagaytay Highlands’ ideal work-from-home setting paints picture of safe telecommuting

With its tranquil and calming environment set amid wide
 open spaces, Tagaytay Highlands’ low-density communities
 serve as a natural therapeutic refuge when
physical distancing is called for.

Imagine being transported from your sleek corner office in a posh high-rise to a tranquil work-from-home (WFH) setting with a lavish nature view. Then visualize yourself heading for a game or two at an exclusive golf course or sweating it out at the gym, then bonding with family and friends at a specialty restaurant. All these just a brisk walk or short drive from your beautiful home where you’ve just wrapped up a productive workday. No traffic to endure, no smog or pollution to breathe in—just clean, crisp mountain air and a year-round cool breeze.

Picture this idyllic setting as the country continues to adapt to the ‘new normal’. With the health situation showing little or no sign of abating anytime soon, well-heeled Filipinos are seeking safe havens for their families and finding these down south in Tagaytay Highlands, an exclusive mountain resort complex just 90 minutes’ drive from the metropolis. 

Nob Hill’s modern minimalism at Tagaytay Highlands

No other trend has proved to be a lasting legacy than the beauty of minimalism. As most remain holed up in their homes, unable to relish the indulgences we used to take for granted, we realize all the more that the key to survival (and happiness, even) in these trying times is realizing what is most essential. 

The minimalist movement has been highly influential in corporate architecture and product design since 2010. Minimalist architecture favors neutral palettes of brown, beige, white, and gray; clean straight lines; well-defined rectangular shapes; long and wide eaves; and design that lets natural light in. This has also been dubbed the millennial aesthetic: simple and orderly, yet classy. 

Tagaytay Highlands: A Haven For Golfers

The Tagaytay Midlands Golf Club is home to an 18-hole
 championship golf course that offers lush nature views
including the Taal Lake and Volcano.

After a stressful workweek dealing with chaotic traffic and other woes of city living, most people just want to spend a relaxing weekend in the company of family and friends. Few, however, can beat the enthusiasm of avid golfers for finding the perfect getaway, one that exudes the luxury and elegance of a premier mountain resort community and provides access to a championship golf course set amidst breathtaking views. 

This is why Tagaytay Highlands has become the favorite weekend destination of golfers and their families, where they spend time with other residents and guests who share the same passion for the sport.  

Luxury Log Cabins at Tagaytay Highlands’ Woodlands Point

Woodlands Point is a charming community of luxury log cabins
with only five log cabins per hectare, allowing residents to
maximize their space and enjoy the tranquil countryside.

Nestled in one of the topmost elevations in Tagaytay Highlands you will find Woodlands Point, a charming community of luxury log cabins made of Western red cedar – a sturdy hardwood from the highlands of Canada that is suitable for the tropics. Each log cabin, ranging between 239 – 320 square meters, is designed with elegant detailing of glass and stone. Enveloping this 12-hectare low-density neighborhood are thousands of Norfolk pine trees, panoramic vistas of the Canlubang countryside, Laguna de Bay, and verdant mountains. Woodlands Point is situated in Tagaytay Highlands’ most elevated terrain that makes the cool and misty weather viable all year round.

Bon AppeTea Opens New Branch With The Launch Of Its Christmas Drinks Selection and 2017 Year Planner!

Bon AppeTea, the Philippines’ fastest-growing milk tea café franchise, held the grand opening of its 35th branch on this day at The Lanai at Kasa Luntian in Tagaytay, Cavite.

The ribbon cutting ceremony brought together key executives from Bonappetea’s mother company, Goldenjoy Franchising, Inc.’s Chief Operating Officer Mr. Antenor “Tenny” Taguba, Chief Financial Officer Mr. Francis Chung, and Chief Executive Officer Ms. Marjorie Reyes. Also gracing the grand opening were esteemed guests starting with Hon. Vice Mayor Raymond A. Ambion of the Tagaytay city mayor’s office, King Labarda of Alveo Land, and members of the media and blogger community. Guests who were fans of GMA-7’s “Encantadia” were given an extra treat as Kapuso actor Rocco Nacino, who plays Aquil in the highly rated telefantasya, joined the opening.

Hot Glass Blowing And Sculpting At Museo Orlina

Museo Orlina in Tagaytay City presents a rare demonstration of hot glass blowing and glass sculpting,to be conducted by prominent Czech glass artist Jiri Pacinek from November 18 - 20. 

This will be held on the stage of the amphitheater of the Sculpture Garden.

Mr. Pacinek has shipped in from the Czech Republic his portable furnace and annealer, as well as other glassblowing and sculpting equipment.

He and his team of experts will be creating sculptural pieces on the spot, live on our stage, and will call on volunteers from the audience to try simple glassblowing and hot sculpting.

The program will also include a brief lecture, an interview portion and a tour of his exhibition “Blown Away” of 30 recent works at the Reflections Gallery of Museo Orlina, curated by the eminent art critic and scholar Cid Reyes.

Savor a Romantic Weekend at the Sky

Seeking for a romantic adventure and fun-filled Valentine’s date venue outside the metro? You may not know it, but Tagaytay's Sky Ranch is a magical wonderland that will answer your hearts' desires this season of love.

Known among Filipinos as a to-go place for kids' merriments, the Sky Ranch transforms into a majestic Cupid nest this Valentine’s Day for couples who would want to enjoy each other's warmth and company through the location's cold breeze and the nonstop excitement offered by existing and new attractions of the tourist hub away from the busy and hassle city life.

Located beside the Taal Vista Hotel on Aguinaldo Highway in Tagaytay, the famed recreational site offers a total of 19 exhilarating rides the extreme two-way, 300-meter zip line and additional attractions like horseback riding for children and adults.

YOP: Anya Resorts and Residences: Golden opportunity in PH’s robust 2014 real estate market

There’s no better time than 2014 for investors to acquire properties in the Philippines—experts are projecting continuous and robust growth for the real estate sector for the rest of the year. For example, the Urban Land Institute’s survey ranks the Philippines as fourth in Asia-Pacific property investment prospects, after Tokyo, Shanghai, and Jakarta. Such attractive property investment prospects in the country include office, industrial, retail, residential, and leisure.

In the residential and leisure property sector, Anya Resorts and Residences in Tagaytay represents one of the prime investment opportunities. It combines a boutique resort sanctuary with luxury residential units; and offers investors not only luxurious vacation homes with a wellness component, but also the opportunity for ROI and profit. Some of the advantages that an investor in Anya will enjoy include:

Crosswinds Swiss Luxury Resort is the dog-friendly resort in Tagaytay

Pet lovers who wish to share a peaceful, beautiful environment with their canine companions would do well to visit Crosswinds Swiss Luxury Resort, which is 100-hectares of lush green residential resort property set in one of the highest and breeziest areas of Tagaytay, with more than 23,000 pine trees filling the air with their fresh, sweet scent. The architecture of Crosswinds takes inspiration from the picturesque chalets of Switzerland. This haven of fresh breezes, pine trees, and breath-taking views hosted an event exclusive for dog lovers and their four-legged friends belonging to the Cavite Canine Club.

Anya Resorts and Residences: First in luxury, first in assured investment returns

For many years, no other resort development in the Philippines could truly prove its claim to be world-class—until now. Anya Resorts and Residences is the first truly world-class resort in the Philippines, located just one and a half hours away from Metro Manila, according to luxury resort maven Andrew Sparrow, who is part of the team of international experts responsible for the design and development of Anya.

“Filipino hospitality is world-renowned. Despite this, there is no Philippine chain of hotels that can truly be called a world-class resort. Anya aims to tap resources within the country and create a world-class Filipino resort brand infused with the warmth and hospitality that Filipinos are known for,” said Sparrow. 

Meeting the Puzzle Queen at the Puzzle Mansion

Puzzles may not be the in thing in this generation with the emergence of electronics and gaming. Some may find them more like kids' play or not challenging to many, but how many of us can even assemble a 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle? How about 3000, 5000, or 32000?

Puzzling as it may seems but jigsaw puzzles is now an art and this is proven by a proud Filipina who now holds the Guinness world record for the largest collection of jigsaw puzzles which was awarded last 2012, Mrs. Gina Gil-Lacuna.  Her passion for this kind of hobby started 27 years ago and has made 1028 puzzle collection (as per record with Guinness and still adding up new ones). This one of a kind collection is not exclusive with the regular jigsaw puzzles but a whole lot more.

MUSIC LYF: David Pomeranz finds his way back to Manila

Every Filipino loves embracing the magic of love, and international multi-platinum singer-songwriter David Pomeranz knows this by heart. This affinity with the Filipino people was highlighted in a string of special Holiday shows billed "The Magic of Christmas,” which kicked off at Casino Filipino Bacolod on Dec. 13. He also performed to multitude of fans at the Casino Filipino branches of Cebu (Dec. 14), Davao (Dec. 15).

He will take the concert tour at the Heritage on Dec. 19, Airport Casino Filipino on Dec. 20, Pavilion on Dec. 21, Iloilo on Dec. 22, Angeles on Dec. 27, Olongapo on Dec. 28 and Tagaytay on Dec. 29.

Regarded as one of the most successful songwriters and recording artists in the international music scene, David’s songs have sold over 35 million copies worldwide and his musical projects have earned him a total of 18 Gold and Platinum records with hits "Got To Believe In Magic" and "King And Queen Of Hearts."

In 1999, he captured the hearts of the Filipinos with the release of the phenomenal single “Born For You,” included in the compilation album "Born For You - His Best and More."

LakBayan: Nurture Spa Village

Circulation is Life, Stagnation is Death.

This is the mantra that I want to speak in everyday life for a new lifestyle that I want to happen, gradual yet effective. 

Don't panic, I'm still the same crazy blogger you know for this blog, but I am now trying to trying a better lifestyle with the help of my experience in my first Glamping Experience at the Nurture Spa Village in Tagaytay City. It was actually my first time in the wellness spot even though I am a frequent visitor in Tagaytay. 

Glamping come from two words, Glamour and Camping. Seems to be two words with very opposite meanings. But at Nuture Spa, they actually made it to a reality with a very unique experience for each individual. Indeed Nurture Spa Village has been known througout the years a a great place to unwind and also for couples wanting to escape the very hectic and stressfull city living. And even up to now, they are a favorite venue for weddings, proposals and even a weekend getaway from their busy lives.