When spa meets water and aces it

The family goal last water was to teach our son how to swim. Our preference was to have him to his swim lessons at Ace Water Spa in Kapitolyo as we have had a good experience there. Mission accomplished because within 5 Saturdays (spending around 2hours in the pool each Saturday) our son already knew how to swim and float. Big thanks to my hubby who patiently taught our son.

The thing is, I haven't shared our experience with Ace Water Spa. We have already experience staying in their hotel, been to the water spa for so many times and have already applied for a membership card and yet haven't written a single thing about our Ace Hotel Suite and Water Spa adventure.

Let me start with our Ace Hotel Suite experience. We stayed at their hotel during Holy Week of 2013 so checking-in was a little slow since there were a lot of guests during that time. Welcome drinks are being served to hotel guests ( a choice of iced tea or lemonade) so it somehow helps in making the guest comfortable even if there is a line at the hotel's front desk. The waiting time to check-in was longer than the actual check-in process especially if your booking was done online.

We got the deluxe suite that had 2 double beds. Since the hotel was barely a year old, the room was spic and span. We had a complimentary bottle of wine as well as water, coffee and tea. The bathroom had the usual complimentary toiletries for guests as well as towels and a hair dryer. The room had a desk as well for those who needs a workspace.

Booking a deluxe room at the Ace Hotel Suite includes breakfast buffet for two adults as well as complimentary pass to their water spa. The water spac ticket is good for 4-hours but basically that is more than enough time to enjoy the facilities. Ace Water Spa has lap pools, kiddie pool, steam and sauna. They have a hot and cold dipping pool where you dip in the hot pool for about 5 minutes with your head resting on a cold bar then you dip in the cold pool for 5 seconds. They have other varieties of hydro massage for the feet, back, and body. By the way, Ace Water Spa does not allow guests without the proper swim wear. They provide free swimming caps so no need to bring one. Cameras and mobile phone are not allowed beyond the locker area.

Over-all our Ace Hotel Suite and Water spa experince was a great one. Would we recommend it? Yes. Are we going back? Yes! Thus, the membership card. Water Spa rates are at Php550 per adult while Php200 for kids below 12 years old. You may check out their rates and other promo at their website -- http://www.acehotelsuites.com and http://www.acewaterspa.com.ph/

(Super Belated) Celebration Chronicles

It is nearing Christmas yet I will be talking about my hubby's birthday treat (way back) Fourth of July.

His birthday fell middle of the work week so we had to adjust his celebration to a later part of the week. It was a quiet one, no fancy dinner, no loud parties -- we wouldn't want to worry on how to stop drinking wouldn't we? -- no big preparations. This year we decided we will be celebrating it as a couple. A way to make up with all the missed "us" moments due to the hustle of daily living.

I reserved two seats for us at Ace Lounge for an early lunch. We arrived early so we had the place all for ourselves an hour before the lunch hour. It was a feast since we got their eat-all-you-can buffet and we were able to savor the dishes offered.

After that we went to the mall as I surprised him for a wardrobe shopping. Since we opted a "just the two of us" date, I figured we have some budget that we can allot for some birthday presents. I am happy because a lot of the things he liked were on sale so that was definitely an added bonus.

Since there was just too much food intake during our lunch, we opted for light snack and coffee at French baker later in the afternoon. The birthday boy's last stop was a good massage at Hands to heaven.

Birthday present from Daduds and Mamu

He definitely deserved something nice for his birthday after all the hardwork that he has done. In between ministry, family and work, this simple celebration is just a little reward.

 I love you Dhe! Hope you had a blast =)

The adventures of boy Zye- Part 5: The First Q is out!

As I have mentioned in my previous post to bring it on. Our son really did!

Husband and I woke up early to be the first in line during the PTC card retrieving day. Got 2nd in line but was ecstatic to see that Zye did pretty well in school!

It was actually very evident that he is good with Math simply because he would rather count than do the other school stuff. (Do we see another Engineer in the family?) Over-all average is 93.18 with the lowest grade at 91.85. Really impressive! (and not just because I am his mom)

 It sometimes gets a little challenging to keep him focused whenever we are studying. This especially goes when he practices his writing and whenever he needs to do some coloring activities. It can be gruelling and frustrating especially when I come home from work and we still need to study.

Most of the times we actually need to find new means and ways to be able to introduce new learnings. Review time before examination can be tricky since it is just a "re-run" of everything they have studied. A few times we did consider getting him a tutor just in case the time we spend reviewing with him isn't enough. But we do enjoy every studying moments (even if it takes hours!) and we just make sure that we let him feel that studying can be fun.

First quarter grading was superb. I know it doesn't guarantee all the remaining quarters in school but it truly is a big statement that Zye is enjoying school and he sure aint behind. His progress is the most important this and for that alone, his earned all the stars in my heart.

Don't mess with the man in uniform!

(Conversation while Zye was trying out his uniform)

Me: " Zye, picture tayo"

Zye: "Okay"

(After taking a picture)

Me: "Anak, bakit ganito ang pose mo? Bakit parang galit?"

Zye: "Hindi mommy, si Bruce Banner kasi yan! Mamaya Hulk na ako."

**Toinks!**

One FUN Saturday

Unplanned activities are usually the best. That's what happened one Saturday when we were asked to meet up with my sister together with her sister-in-law. The plan: To go to Active fun at the fort.

The place was packed with kids coming from a birthday party that afternoon. We had three kids and all four adults went in as well. (There were big kids inside and it would be a treat to try it out as well) Weekday rates are at Php125 for half an hour and Php150 for an hour's play while unlimited playtime is priced at Php300. Weekends including holidays are rated at Php140 for half hour play and Php175 for an hour's play. Unlimited play time during the weekend is at Php350. Non-play pass for adults is at Php125. Make sure to bring socks, pleanty of water, powder and towels as you will sweat it out here. The area is airconditioned but the running, sliding, jumping up and down the trampoline can really be exhausting!

The kids (and adults) had a blast with the pool of balls (not really sure how they call it) Zoe surely had a treat with that. Though I must say, she enjoyed as well all the walking we did. It was, after all, a very big child proof playground.

Zye and Sofiel had a blast with the pool of balls but I think they loved the trampoline the most! (Sorry no picture there. Can never catch the jumping action on cam)

The well spent hour was capped off with sweet treats at Krispy Kreme. Yeah, the kiddos got hungry. (I should say the adults felt the same -- Right Owie and Yana?)

Happy hour at Active fun plus donuts equals truly happy little beings. Hooray for a well spent bonding time. Until next time!  =))

Active Fun Fort Bonifacio
Active Fun Bldg., Bonifacio High Streets
9th Avenue cor 28th street Bonifacio Global City
Open Monday to Sunday
M-F: 12nn to 8pm
Sat, Sun & Public Holidays: 10am to 9pm