Fontana Experience

My husband and I used to frequent Fontana back in the early 2000. We stopped visiting the place when I gave birth to twins Julia and Rafael in 2002 because we explored other resorts and hotels. As early as October of this year, I was looking forward in bringing the kids, nephews and nieces in this place. Finally last December 26 to 27 we were able to go do our post Christmas getaway at Fontana. 

I liked that the villa we stayed on has 3 rooms, each with bathrooms and televisions. The rooms have 2 single beds and big enough for us, I must say.

Bathroom

Kitchen

Living Room

The Porch needs repainting job, it looks so old and dirty!

Dining Area

The excitement ended though when the room service failed to give us complimentary newspaper, no internet connection or wifi.  When I called up, I was told by the operator that an internet connection can be requested for a whole day fee of P500.  A conduction cooker is set-up but there weren’t any pots and pans inside the villa. The operator told me, "di po kayo nagdala ng gamit pangluto?. I answered. "I called up the hotel 3 days prior to my booking but I was not told to bring if we want to cook. Then the operator said, pwede  kayong padalhan dyan, may rental fee nga lang pots and pans. The male customer service telephone operator was very rude about my queries on  the list I was given.  The checklist enumerated 6 bath towels, 4 bathrobe, 4 face towels, and 4 hand towels., but only 6 towels were available. When asked, this rude operator even bothered to say, "hintayin nyo na lang pag check out nyo, may listahan naman sila nyan.

To top it all, we got a call at 10am reminding us of a 12nn check-out. By 10:30am we were all packed and ready to go. And by 11am, I was already at the front desk for check-out. It took them an more than an hour to finish the transaction because there were no available room service to check the room we vacated. 

We got dizzy, had migraine and suffered from sinusitis inside the hotel lobby because everywhere is a smoking area. Just like the photo below. This man was standing beside me, he was smoking like a chimney! I wanted to take photos of all the guests smoking but they were too many.

Though highly dissatisfied with the customer service, I'd like to mention a commendable employee, Front Liner Lyza,  for being very patient and helpful in locating the person in-charge of my booking and finding us a villa near the water parks. Thank you, Lyza! 

Plus the 6 welcome drinks we were not able to consume the day it was supposed to be consumed was validated by the Front Desk Supervisor so we were able to have it to go on our check-out.

I am not sure if the treatment given are the same with foreigner guests and the locals.  With our case, we felt that the old Fontana service that we used to like is not the same anymore. Sana maibalik, sayang e. 

Bayfront Hotel at Subic

If you're looking for an affordable accommodation and a day of relaxation this summer, try Bayfront Hotel at Subic, situated at Blk 19, Lot 1, Moonbay Marina, Waterfront Road, CBD Area, Subic Bay Freeport Zone. It is more accessible with North Luzon Expressway or NLEX.

Has ample parking

Hospitable staff and crew welcomes all guests with a smile.

Though the pool has no slides and fountains, it will surely excite the little tots

while having fun with mom and dad.

The view from the room where we stayed, overlooking the beach.

The well-appointed rooms offers superior comfort and convenience, each with air-conditioned, color TV, telephone, bathroom facilities, and snack bar.

If your into bars and live band, Bayfront is a just steps away from them.

You may also enjoy classic Filipino dishes and fresh fruits for breakfast at their in-house restaurant.

Grand Seas Resort - Olongapo City

Subic Grand Seas Resort may be one of those most needed rest and recreation you need. The resort is located on National Highway in Barrio Barretto of Olongapo. Barrio Barretto is on Subic Bay and is noted for its beaches and its variety of hotels and beach resorts.

Experience a warm atmosphere and personal service at Subic Grand Seas Resort starting at the Front Desk.

Feel the warm breeze of the wind and experience life at its fullest with activities such as water skiing, boat ride, island hopping and more.

The sun deck of Grand Seas Resorts, where one can enjoy the beautiful views of Subic Bay

The rooms are deluxe rooms with either one queen size or two twin size beds. The rooms are bright and spacious. A Bali-inspired architecture with a chic interior design and amenities. Each room is fully air-conditioned and is equipped with LCD TV, an NDD/IDD phone, private toilet and shower, secured lock system, hair dryer and iron on board (upon request).

There is also a number of restaurants and bars and a nearby church.

Sunon Hotel - Shenzhen, China

When we went in China in 2001 we stayed in Sunon Hotel. It is located in the bustling shopping and leisure resort - East Gate walking Street. It is adjacent to Shenzhen''s Financial Centre, with Laojie Subway Station close at hand.

It has a total of 129 hotel rooms, with 77 standard double rooms, 8 couple''s rooms, 23 luxury single rooms, 13 deluxe double rooms, 6 high class business rooms and 2 superior business rooms as well. It is designed for you as an ideal place for business, leisure and rest.

During that time, we had a hard time communicating with the hotel staff. Only a few speaks English. Ten years has passed, probably it'll be easier when we come back.

Grand Riviera Hotel

Grand Riviera Hotel, located at National Highway, Diversion Rd. Ilayang Dupay, Grand Terminal, Lucena City, Quezon.

The hotel's facade is grand, they also have ample parking too.

The hotel's lobby is big, with highb ceiling and all.

The room is quite small.

Bus terminal is walking distance from the hotel.

One of it's main attraction is the Wave Pool that has attracted local residents as well. But don't expect to experience it during lean season for the hotel requires least 25 persons to swim before they operate the wave pool.
The hotel's coffee shop.

It was just us having breakfast during that time, but the atmosphere in this hotel is so laid-back, the staff moved oh so slow...zzzzz, almost had a dream while waiting for our breakfast.

The hotel has a Victorian Garden to host the picture perfect garden wedding.