Lurra Spa (Acacia Hotel Manila)

I’ve been looking forward for my birthday this year because finally, for the first time, my husband and I will be staying in a five star hotel (check our Acacia Hotel experience here). To take everything on the next level, we decided to make a reservation at Lurra Wellness Spa. Honestly, their packages were a bit pricey for us since we don’t usually go to an expensive spa except for Island Spa in Island Cove. We’ve tried their service twice and we were satisfied on both times we were there. Going back to Lurra Wellness Spa (Lurra means Earth), they claim as a haven of rest and relaxation.  They have well-trained therapists that could help you feel rejuvenated with the massages and treatments that they offer. Sounds inviting? Well wait ‘til you read the reviews of other guests who’ve tried their service and I’m sure you would want to make that call now to make a reservation. I know because that’s what I felt after reading blogs about Lurra Wellness Spa.



Lurra Wellness Spa Reception Area

Acaci (Breakfast Buffet at Acacia Hotel Manila)

When my husband and I were still dating, we like trying out different buffet restaurants. We’ve tried Vikings in MOA, Mercado in Resorts World Manila, Lola Maria Restaurant in Mandaluyong, Somethin’ Fishy in Eastwood, buffet breakfast at New Horizon Hotel, Cravings in Shang-ri La Plaza, Nanay Bebeng’s and Probinsya Buffet in Davao, and we’ve even tried the Sun Cruise Manila buffet. We really enjoy eating and we like feasting in buffet restaurants. Lately, we discovered the joy of staycation. You don’t have to travel far, no need to bring huge luggage, no plane tickets required, yet you get to relax, experience new things, and get to try international cuisines buffet style without having to bring your passport.

On my recent birthday, we made an overnight reservation at the Acacia Hotel Manila in Alabang, Muntinlupa (read the story here). I was excited because aside from it's our first time to book in a five star hotel, I was also looking forward to try their buffet. We brought our food for lunch and dinner but we still sneaked in at Acaci to check their menu for dinner.

Staycation at Acacia Hotel Manila (Alabang, Muntinlupa)

This year, I will be celebrating my first birthday as a wife. I wanted it to be extra special since my husband and I just usually go on a date when we were still boyfriend/girlfriend, plus, I am now into staycation. :) So, after browsing the internet, reading blogs related to “best staycation place”, and finding a great deal online, I’ve finally booked us at Acacia Hotel Manila in Alabang, Muntinlupa for an overnight stay. This 5 star hotel offers not just supreme Filipino hospitality but also world-class hotel service. Its interior has a distinct design that exudes sophistication and style but you would still feel comfy, relaxed, and at home. Or at least that’s what it says on their website. This will be our first time to stay in a five star hotel that’s why I was extremely excited and come to think of it, this will be the grandest celebration of my birthday.  

The façade