Best Resort: Shangri-la’s Mactan Resort & Spa
Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort & Spa is a favorite retreat among locals and tourists for their breathtaking oceanfront setting and lush garden that make them a tropical piece of paradise. Enveloped by green and blue hues of nature, the resort offers 530 guest rooms and suites with a contemporary resort ambiance mixed with traditional Filipino accents and features. Dining options won’t be a problem with their seven restaurants and bars, one of which is the resort’s all-day dining outlet, Tides. There’s an array of activities at the resort to explore that offer both island adventures such as snorkeling, kayaking, parasailing, and windsurfing as well as pampering sessions like a therapeutic trip to CHI, The Spa.