Impulsive Staycation Over the Long Weekend
How time flies that we're already gearing towards Election Day and it's almost half of the month!
It has been weeks since the longest weekend holiday (Holy Week) here in the Philippines. And it was the much-needed break me and my husband needed. I sometimes wish we could do that at least once a month.
Still, we were lucky.
We used to have employers who don't really care about the Philippine holiday. And now that we're off the hook and got better clients, they have been so kind enough to allow us this long weekend.
It was such a serendipitous find when I booked for their room since they had it on promo just for the holidays. So, staycation it is then!
We got in a little late...well, very late. It was already sundown when we checked in. So, after chilling in the room for a bit, we went out to the nearby mall for dinner.
It wasn't surprising that a lot of families have checked in along with us since it was 'Holy Week' in the Philippines. I can say the same thing about the restaurants. It was packed with people!
Fortunately, our hotel wasn't so strict about the outside food so we brought all kinds of junk and drinks back into our room 😛✌️
We heard there was going to be a live band that night. So we went up to the highest floor in the hotel...and the view from the roof deck was just superb 😍
The band was awesome! We spent 3 hours in the roof deck listening to good music 👌
In the morning, we decided to take a quick dip in pool deck. But there were a lot of kids already. Given that we're still in a pandemic, we had to pass.
Still, it was a great place to hang around so we stayed for more than hour looking at the view.
I like how generous Bai Hotel was with their sanitary kits. And I'm a sucker for harboring things like these. So I wouldn't be lying if I tell you I had all of these in my bag first thing in that morning.
They also had these awesome bathrobes! I don't come across this often (poor me HAHA) so I ended up wearing this robe for hours before checking out.
It was such a short stay. But it was worth it. And it was just what we needed. A little restart.
Stress and burnout are slow killers, especially for our generation. So, whenever you have the need to unwind, relax and give yourself some TLC!
You deserve it! 💙
Hi @tangatraveller
Ooh this looks like a lovely hotel to have a staycation at. Those views!!!
I'm glad you were able to relax and unwind together.
I also would have taken advantage of them letting food in
Have a lovely day 🌼
Yes, it was a great stay! And yes, we grabbed the chance and definitely brought anything we can put into our bags back into the hotel 🤣
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That looks awesome!
I think I would have passed on the pool with the kids, might have better to have a dip after you listened to the music!
Wonderful pictures and I would have taken the toiletries as well haha
Thanks for sharing and enjoy your Sunday when you wake.
I hope the elections all run smoothly over there...
Thanks! You're right! Good music would have been great for the scenic view by the pool. I wish I would've thought about that! Maybe next time 😁
Election day is always a mess but it is what it is. Thanks for dropping by! ✌️
Yes good music enhances most things, oh well it gives you an excuse to go back and have some good music there.
Oh yes Election day, when are the results known?
Enjoy your week and it is my pleasure:)
Yeah, I'd definitely do that the next time I'll find myself beside a pool or by the beach.
I'm not sure when the official results are out. I try to stay away from politics as much as possible 😅 you enjoy the week ahead!
Yeah tunes are perfect when resting near water!
Uff politics yeah does my nut in!
Have a good one:)
And they say, "All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy."
Really relaxation is very very important to human health system. But still, some of us don't seem to understand that, they overload there body system with lots of work and everyday stress. Reading this post, makes me feel to take another break off work again 😅😅. Hell! Yeah, i need it 😌😌
And you deserve it! 🙌 Hope you'll find the time to relax and do the things you love. I mean, it doesn't have to be a vacation. I usually relieve stress by sleeping all day!! 🤣