It's my second time to stay at Taal Vista Hotel.  I have to say... it's sweeter the second time around because we got a stunning view from our room's balcony.  We stayed at the new wing of the hotel and the room that we got (particularly room 466) is facing the Taal volcano.

The rooms are definitely newer and they have more space compared to the rooms of the old hotel building.

We just pretty much enjoyed the room.  I think this is what they call "staycation".  Nothing much to do in Tagaytay except to enjoy the view, dine, drink wine/beer, and chill (both literally and figuratively). :)

Love the weather! And the decorations and lightings at the hotel are amazing - it's christmassy feel!!

Happy me! :)

I've been eyeing on this restaurant for months.  Their cozy looking building caught my attention whenever we pass by Aguinaldo hi-way in Tagaytay.

Pamana offers Filipino cuisine with a twist.   The dishes have unique taste and presentation.  It's not a so ordinary Filipino restaurant.

It's also not pricey as I thought it would be. Pamana's menu ranges from Php250 to Php500 (on an average).  

I would really recommend Pamana for families and couples.  I super loved the food  (especially the Ensaladang Bagnet).  Plus the interior makes it more fab to dine.

Truly, it's one of the best restaurants.  For sure I will be back.  [There's too much to try!!]

• P2,750 round trip flight to Manila - Puerto Princesa (vv);  Late bookings are P3,400

• Round trip van transfers from Puerto Princesa to El Nido (vv) - P12,500 (P6,500 PP to El Nido, P6,000 El Nido to PP) - It's actually priced at P7,000 one-way but I bargained for the price.   If you're travelling alone, you can go for shared transfers.  It's P600 one-way. [Renting the whole van is more expensive but it's much more comfortable - yes, you need more space if you're travelling for 6 hours! :)]

• Hotel Accommodation - We stayed at Ipil Lodge Hotel.  P2,800 for superior rooms (with seaview) and P2,300 for deluxe rooms (garden view) - good for 2 persons.  For rates: http://www.ipiltravelodge.com/e.rates.html