The JPark Island Resort & Waterpark: Part 4 - Team Building Activities

It's not always we get freebies to experience a luxurious day in a 5 star resort.  Lucky me, I received an invitation from JPark Island Resort and Waterpark (formerly known as Imperial Palace).  Working hard at night, I deserve this break.

"Thank you for calling and have a great day" was my last spiel.  Then I logged off, put on my sunnies,  Without sleep, I braved the blinding sun.

JPark Island Resort and Waterpark is located in Brgy Maribago, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu.  Approximately a-30-minute drive from Cebu City.

Greeted with warm welcome a breakfast buffet waited for us at the Abalone.  After the short conference, food tasting for their new menu at Olive and breaks in between we were served sumptuous Chinese lunch at Ching Hai Restaurant.

Been awake for almost 24 hours, my phone battery had died but my energy level was as high as their world famous water slide.

And yes I dared. Like a pig being slaughtered, I found myself screaming inside the green tube. Who wouldn't it was dark inside and am scared of closed areas. I can't even breathe inside an elevator. The white was an open slide, it was an easy ride and ideal for kids. If you want to know how a poop feels being flushed on a toilet bowl, try the red.  I didn't have the time to react. After the life guard pushed me, a split second I was already at the pool gasping for air.  I had fun with people I just met. They were cool too. Here's the rest of the team.

     

(This photo belongs to Emjae of OMG Moments at http://ohwemjae.wordpress.com/)

JPark Island Resort and Waterpark is also ideal for team building.

(This photo belongs to Herbert Kikoy at http://www.herbertkikoyphotography.com/)

(This photo belongs to Herbert Kikoy at http://www.herbertkikoyphotography.com/)

I belonged to the opposite side and our team won 4-0.  I'm a natural team player. Naah, I learned to let go of my hesitations.  Just to prove myself I'm not "maarte" as people would say I am. 

Those activities consumed what's left with my energy.  So it was time to relax and enjoy the pool.  The atmosphere was humid and the cold water solved it.

Before we left, they served us snacks, Ham and Cheese sandwich with french fries and a glass of cold four season juice. Grand! wast it?!  I could get used to with this treatment.  Thanks JPark Island Resort and Waterpark for this memorable experience.

The Kamana Sanctuary Resort and Spa

While in Subic my family booked for Kamana Sactuary.  Its far from the activity centers but if you want a quiet place, then this hotel/resort is a good option.

The Main Entrance

The Lobby/Guest Waiting Lounge

My Room: 1st building, 2nd floor, 3rd window from the left

The Room and those those fluffy pillows

Neat Toilet

The view from my room

Good morning Subic, its time for breakfast

The Restaurant

It came with a breakfast buffet. Fewer options but they were all good

pork and beans

chicken adobo

turkish sausage

fish sticks

fried rice

mixed fruits

the view while eating

while waiting for our next activity

The pool side

enjoying the pool

kayaking

or sit down, meditate or enjoy the view of the sunset

In one of the sunsets, I saw a giant red sun.  It was beautiful but it felt different. I was between mesmerized and scared looking at it.  Like it was a symbol of war or something.

A bit pricey but it was all good.  Thanks to my brother's family for the treat!

It's always a sweet life!

The Pryce Plaza Hotel

Let me take you a quick tour at Pryce Plaza Hotel in Cagayan de Oro City.

The hotel appreciates nature and it's evident as trees and greens welcome you.

The main entrance.

The security guards were as friendly as their receptionists.

The main lobby; warm and cozy.

The hallway to the room; quite scary actually.

The room and my friends. Thank you to my friend who let me stay in her room.

The poolside where you can see a nice view of the city. Pool opens at 9AM

The bar. I love those leather couch/sofa/chair? hahaha

The room came with free breakfast.

We got the room for Php 2000.  This was a promo rate. Its an old hotel and you can tell from some of the facilities as they were not updated. Was it worth the price? the breakfast tasted good, it was neat. the people were friendly, so I think these give justice to the price.