How you can elevate local travel and dining experiences with your Visa card

Recently joining the list, too, is world-class casino resort Okada Manila. Purveying the best in gaming and shopping in one iconic landmark within the country’s very own Entertainment City, Okada Manila also delights in welcoming the avid reveller to its renowned day-to-night beach club, Cove Manila. Visa Platinum, Signature, Infinite, and Commercial or Corporate cardholders are truly in for fun, unforgettable evenings as they enjoy a special rate on the resort’s expansive rooms and suites. Along with this, they also get executive lounge access, inclusive of a delectable buffet or a la carte breakfast, refreshing cocktails, and all-day snacks. 

If a quieter retreat sounds more right up your alley, simply take a quick drive to Anya Resort Tagaytay where Visa further augments the lush Filipino escapade. Aside from the benefits that you can also avail at the three initial hotels, you get additional discounts at the property’s Niayama Wellness Center for rejuvenating and pampering treatments, the perfect way to round out your time at this beautiful wellspring of nature and serenity. 

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There’s also always the option to escape to the islands, and Visa’s newly unveiled tie-up with Crimson Resort & Spa Boracay is the perfect excuse to do so—not that you need one. Located in the exclusive Station Zero, this breathtaking destination will take your breath away with its stretch of pristine white sand and crystal clear waters, ready to purvey zero distractions on your well-earned holiday. Eligible cardholders get all these at a premium as they enjoy VIP privileges such as dining and spa credits, a bottle of wine and pralines upon check-in, as well as special discounts within the resort.

Perhaps a special occasion’s coming up, or an elaborate spread of culinary delights is simply your idea of a paradisal treat. No matter the reason, you and your fellow foodies are sure to relish in these six sophisticated dining excursions spread across some of the metro’s finest hotels.

Joy Nostalg Hotel & Suites Manila’s all-day outlet, Nostalgia Lounge & Bar, and al fresco spot, The Roof, offer a wide range of local and international dishes that are best shared amongst company. Come and spend on a minimum of two entrees with your eligible Visa card to enjoy another main course on the house, while basking in the refined splendour of the lounge or the gorgeous skyline views of the rooftop bar. 

The same rules apply when you dine at Crowne Plaza Galleria’s Xin Tian Di restaurant, where an opulent ambience with modern Chinese flair perfectly mirrors the decadence of tucking into their signature roast duck, dim sum buffet, and much more. Conversely amusing the palate with a mix of both French and Asian influences, the seasoned chefs of Alfred at Makati Diamond Residences craft each of their “New American Cuisine” creations with a creative fusion of fresh ingredients, textures, and flavours. 

These next two offer eligible Visa cardholders something different yet equally fetching: exclusive discounts on both food items and non-alcoholic beverages. 

For a more traditional French menu, go for the authentic Provençal cuisine of Mirèio at Raffles Makati Hotel. This brasserie’s sublime courses and elegant interiors are enough to whisk you away to the south of France in a few, short morsels. If you’re in the mood for more, just head on down and next door to Fairmont Makati Hotel’s upscale all-day dining outlet. Serving an array of global and local favourites, Spectrum indulges through the use of interactive culinary theatres where your chosen dishes from the buffet are cooked to perfection.

Travelling and dining out become all the more exciting with Visa. Evincing how you don’t even have to go far for outstanding luxury experiences, Visa’s premium credit cards provide the convenience, security, and rewards you need to bring your next vacation to the next level—the only question left is: where to, first?

These exclusive offers await cardholders of Visa Platinum, Signature, Infinite Cards, and Commercial Cards (Corporate and Business). For more information and the full list of terms and conditions, visit visa.com.ph/en_ph/visa-offers-and-perks/.

The ongoing promotions periods for each merchant are as follows: 

Okada Manila, Edsa Shangri-La Manila: until 31 July 2023 

Crimson Resort & Spa Boracay: until 30 September 2023 

Anya Resort Tagaytay, Makati Diamond Residences, Joy Nostalg Hotel & Suites Manila: until December 31, 2023 

All 6 dining outlets will run their promotions until December 31, 2023.

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