Escapes

Travel and hospitality stories about destinations, hotels, and experiences outside everyday and includes food destinations.

Manila’s Last Lung: Why You Should Visit Arroceros Forest Park

By Simpol

May 21, 2025

Manila can be overwhelming. It’s a beautiful chaos of jeepneys, sari-sari stores, blaring horns, and city heat. But just a few steps from the LRT…

Discovering Marinduque: A Flavorful Escape into the Heart of the Philippines

By Simpol

May 20, 2025

Best known for its vibrant masks and the iconic Moriones Festival, Marinduque has long been a destination for cultural celebration. But when the Simpol.ph team…

Last Call for Sunshine: A Bright and Bold Guide to Manila, Boracay & Cebu

By Simpol Barkada

May 14, 2025

Whether you’re vibing with city lights, chasing saltwater highs, or digging into cultural gems, this summer’s not for standing still. From Manila’s streets to Boracay’s…

Wake Up to Warmth: How Araw is Transforming Philippine Travel

By BaGed Cruz

May 10, 2025

At Lihim Resorts in El Nido, guests remember more than the shoreline or the waves at their feet. What stays with them is a quiet,…

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20 Museums, Countless Stories: A Cultural Journey Through Manila’s Soul

By ERIC TANDOC

May 10, 2025

What Does a City’s Soul Look Like? In Manila, a museum tour reveals everything—found in the brushstrokes of a National Artist, the stone walls of…

An elegant pause in the heart of the city. The Peninsula’s Afternoon Tea is not just about the scones and clotted cream—it’s the ritual of slowing down, sipping well, and savoring every delicate bite. Classic, timeless, and always best with good company. Halo halo afternoon tea

A Sweet End to Summer at The Peninsula Manila

By Simpol

May 9, 2025

We knew summer was ending—not by the weather, but by the craving for one last halo-halo. And when it comes to timeless treats in an…

Solaire North: Stillness, Surprise, and a Taste of Home in QC

By Simpol

May 7, 2025

You don’t expect stillness in Quezon City — not at the tail end of Edsa, not in a city known more for grit than grace.…

20+ Sulit Summer Ideas for Big Fun on a Budget

By Simpol Barkada

May 6, 2025

If you’re looking for Sulit Summer Ideas, then you’ve come to the right place. These days, everything feels expensive — from gas to groceries, even…

Twin Lakes Hotel to host Grape Harvest Festival

By Simpol.ph

May 2, 2025

The Twin Lakes Tagaytay Harvest Festival is an event you don't want to miss, offering a unique blend of culture and celebration in a picturesque…

A taste of the Rhône: Finestra hosts exclusive wine pairing dinner

By Simpol.ph

April 22, 2025

Finestra Italian Steakhouse at Solaire Resort Entertainment City is offering a rare opportunity for A Taste of the Rhône: Finestra hosts exclusive wine pairing dinner…

Savoy Hotel Boracay sets a halal table for the world

By Edison Joseph Gonzales

April 22, 2025

Savoy Hotel Boracay has earned a Halal certification, becoming one of the first resorts on the island to formally introduce Halal-certified dining — part of…