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Finding Off-Broadway Shows
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Consider Your Mood
Off-Broadway shows run the gamut from larger productions that are just starting out to small interactive experiences and revivals. Determine the type of theatre experience you’re in the mood for, then search ticket listings by genre to choose the specific show you’d like to see. Everything from comedy and drama to one-act plays, solo performances and edgy performance art are available each season.
Follow Favorites
Discover productions you’ve never considered by visiting the social media accounts of your preferred actors, writers and directors who are off-Broadway staples. You’ll not only learn where they’re currently appearing but might also catch a glimpse of their future projects. Visit the websites of favorite theaters or producers for information on current productions and sign up for notifications about upcoming shows that you can look forward to. Although they may not receive as much buzz as their Broadway counterparts, off-Broadway shows can sometimes be even more engaging in a more intimate setting. The next time you’re heading to the theater, consider tickets to a performance in the smaller setting that might make an even bigger impression on you.
Acuaverde Beach Resort Review
- About 45 kms drive on the Star Toll Way, you will see San Jose-Ibaan Exit (after the Lipa Exit). After passing the toll gate, turn left and drive 2.5 kms. You will reach an intersection with a sign pointing to Rosario. Please turn left at this intersection. After turning left, the Municipal Hall of Ibaan will be on your right, while a church will be on your left. After passing the church, turn left and turn right on the forked road going to San Juan. Drive 8 kms along this road to Rosario town proper.. Drive 8 kms along this road to Rosario town proper.
- Once you reach Rosario town proper, drive past the Jollibee and South Star Drug store outlets at your left. This road leads all the way to San Juan town proper, which is about 23 kms away. When you see the sign leading to the Batangas Racing Circuit, turn left and head straight for San Juan town proper.
- After entering San Juan town proper, drive past Jollibee and Dunkin Donut at your right and head for the Municipal Hall of San Juan. Turn right immediately after the Municipal Hall of San Juan. This is the main road of Laiya. Drive approximately 23.5 kms (25 minutes).
- Drive past Playa Laiya. This is about 3 kms away from Acuaverde. The entrance to Acuaverde will be found on the left side of the road.
- Drive all the way on the Star Toll Way (approximately 20 kms) and turn right to the Lipa Exit. Follow the road toward Lipa City. Drive past La Salle Lipa, to a rotonda where you will see a McDonald\’s at the corner.
- Take the road to the right of McDonald\’s (C.M. Recto Ave.). When you\’re already on this road, make a right turn immediately. After the first block, make a left to re-enter C.M. Recto Ave. Traverse C.M. Recto Ave. then turn right at the corner of the Mercury Drug store, which is P. Torres St.
- Drive 8.5 kms towards Padre Garcia town. Use detour road (50 meters away from the main road) and make a U-Turn. Turn right at the corner of the street, and make another right turn (opposite Mini Stop) after passing Padre Garcia Town Market.
- Drive 4.5 kms and merge with the road coming from Rosario. This road leads all the way to San Juan, stretching approximately 19 kms. When you see the sign leading to the Batangas Racing Circuit, turn left and head straight for San Juan town proper.
- After entering San Juan town proper, drive past Jollibee and Dunkin Donut at your right and head for the Municipal Hall of San Juan. Turn right immediately after the Municipal Hall of San Juan. This is the main road of Laiya. Drive approximately 23.5 kms (25 minutes).
- Drive past Playa Laiya. This is about 3 kms away from Acuaverde. The entrance to Acuaverde will be found on the left side of the road.
- Drive all the way on the Star Toll Way and turn right to Balete Exit. Turn left going to Lipa City after the toll gate. Drive past Batangas State University going to the main road (approximately 2.1 kms).
- Turn right heading to Lipa City proper. Drive past Pag-ibig and SSS offices to your left and
- Lipa City Hall to your right (approximately 1.6 kms).
- Turn left immediately after the Rotonda (Gen. Luna St.) and drive past Puregold Lipa. Follow the main road to Lipa City proper. Turn left on the first street (Katigbak St.) after Metrobank and before Lipa Cathedral. Drive straight and turn right at NL Villa Hospital. Turn left at P. Torres St. (road going to Padre Garcia, Batangas).
- Drive 8.5 kms. towards Padre Garcia town. Use detour road (50 meters away from the main road) and make a U-Turn. Turn right at the corner of the street, and make another right turn (opposite Mini Stop) after passing Padre Garcia Town Market.
- Drive 4.5 kms and merge with the road coming from Rosario. This road leads all the way to San Juan, stretching approximately 19 kms. When you see the sign leading to the Batangas Racing Circuit, turn left and head straight for San Juan town proper.
- After entering San Juan town proper, drive past Jollibee and Dunkin Donut at your right and head for the Municipal Hall of San Juan. Turn right immediately after the Municipal Hall of San Juan. This is the main road of Laiya. Drive approximately 23.5 kms (25 minutes).
- Drive past Playa Laiya. This is about 3 kms away from Acuaverde. The entrance to Acuaverde will be found on the left side of the road.
They served Tamarind juice as welcome drinks, and the room has complimentary Tamarind Candy snack!
Entertain the kids with Koi Fish Feeding! Just ask at the reception for FREE fish pellet.
Since its lunch time already, I requested to take our arrival lunch instead of having it for the next day. The food is tasty, we are all satisfied and took advantage of the buffet meal plus the relaxing view!
They don\’t have a swimming pool! My first choice was Acuatico Resort that has Infinity Pool but it\’s fully booked, as always. You know I\’ve been trying to reserved there for a looong time but couldn\’t get a slot.
Overall, husband agrees that this resort was a good choice. Although we find the rooms a bit small, it was never an issue as it is well maintained and the staff were courteous and approachable.
- Kayak
- Beach Volleyball
- Jet Ski
- Fly Board
- Banana Boat
- Twin Banana Boat
- Speed Boat
- Fly Fish
There\’s a playground but the kids didn\’t bother to jump in as they were too focus on playing and building sand castles at the beach.
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My sisters bought some pearl accessories as souvenirs. |
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While I am too busy with my photo shoot with husband. |
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This Ruched High Waist Two Piece Swimsuit from Rosegal works perfect for hiding the pooch. |
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The place is well lit at night, so the photo shoot continues… 😉 |
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The grilled salmon makes me have my second cup of rice! The kids loved it too… |
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The meals were all good, sulit! I actually take note the recipe for their Egg Omelette. |
This getaway helps us build another memorable vacation for the whole fam. I don\’t regret choosing this resort and the place is definitely worth the price.
A relaxing time at the beach is the best summer escape! Also, the best place for all those sun-kissed photos with special help from husband. 😀
Enjoy the summer vacation, everyone!
Review: Our Stay at Club Balai Isabel
- Banana Boat – 350 per head for 15 minutes
- Kayak – 150 for 1 hour for Single Seat / 300 for 1 hour for Double Seat
- Jetski – 1,500 for 15 minutes / 2,500 for 30 minutes / 4,000 for 1 hour
- Fly Fish – 500 per head for 15 minutes *min. of 4 pax
- UFO – 500 for 15 minutes *max. of 3 pax
- Speed Boat – 6,000 per hour / 3,500 for 30 minutes *min. of 4 pax
- Tour Guide (optional)
- Bottled water
- Buri Hats
- Tourism Tax
- Horseback Riding – 400 to 500 pesos
- Meal – 120 per head *Binalot
- AM or PM snacks
- Lunch
- Entrance and Use of facilities
- 1 hour access to Aquapark
- Entrance and Use of facilities
- 1 hour access to Aquapark
- AM or PM snacks
- Lunch
- Entrance and Use of facilities
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Room for 2 with 2 Allowable extra person. Each person over regular capacity will be charged Php 1,500. It has cabled TV and FREE wifi access. |
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Complimentary Bottled Water and Coffee |
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Lotion, Soap, Shampoo, Towels and Tissue are available, but there\’s NO Dental Kits and Cotton Buds! |
The place is huge and I honestly didn\’t explore the whole area. You know, the kids are fully occupied and settled at the pool. I joined them and it wasn\’t hard keeping an eye while they swim because it is not crowded and we mostly stayed on 2 ft. and 4 ft pool area.
I\’m really looking forward to try the Aquapark. It\’s actually my main reason why I choose Club Balai, but hesitated thinking the kids were too young to try out this kind of activity and afterall I can never get to enjoy this activity while having to closely monitor the kids, plus we saw someone got injured so…
AQUAPARK tickets for checked-in guests cost 1,250 for 4pcs. tickets or choose 450 per head 1 hour access.
Oh well, our next summer escape would have to be on the beach and yes to looking forward to more summer IG pics like this one!
Come Join Santa\’s Christmas Bazaar at La Vista!
This is the BEST year to visit the La Vista Bazaar because we handpicked all our vendors! There are a lot of new and exciting products joining us so it’s the perfect place to shop for Christmas gifts with over 150 vendors under one roof! Avoid the traffic and crowded malls – we offer stress-free shopping with an array of different products and lots of unique, handmade items. Plus you’ll be supporting young and budding entrepreneurs!
Here\’s the map guide for your reference:
National Pampering Day 2017
We joined Nailaholics celebration of #NationalPamperingDay earlier today at SM Center Muntinlupa. I was scheduled for 10:30 slot and arrived on-time, (jam-packed na!). Husband and the kids accompanied me going there but left for a quick play at Tom\’s.
When they came back, the Store Manager invited them to try any of the FREE services as there were available nail technicians to accommodate them. \’O, di go!\’ They were asked to choose for a soothing manicure, calming foot spa or relaxing foot massage. They all agreed to have a relaxing foot massage.
Yep, the best thing about this year’s National Pampering Day is that it will be in support to World Vision, The Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS), and Save Philippine Seas, wherein every visit means PhP10 donation from nailaholics to your chosen beneficiary.
SM Supermarket throws the biggest party ever! #SMKidsCity2017
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They literally growing up way too fast! That\’s my 9yr. old and 3 yr. old… (looks 12 and 7) 😁 |
GRAND FINALE at:
Our SM Southmall Kids\’ City Experience
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Kids\’ City Introduction by Rose & Kent |
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
The fun started with a Balloon Show: Jiggles the Balloon Lady made a balloon version of Kids\’ favorite cartoon characters. The kids were raising their hands, eager to be the lucky one to take home whatever she\’s making.
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Let it go, Jiggles! |
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Jiggles insisted that what she made is Cloud, in tagalog? Olaf! |
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Aaaw, this is the last piece and my kids\’ weren\’t able to have any of her creation. |
Good thing there\’s a \’balloon man\’ roving around the area making simple balloon creations to kids who didn\’t get lucky on the balloon show. My kids were happy enough to take home the balloon version of a sword and a flower.
My husband joined a game that promised a balloon take away from Jiggles, but they were deceived! hahaha. Instead were asked to make their own for their kids.
My eldest was quick to join the new way of bring me game from Delimondo\’s Selfie Game with Jiggles. We were able to take home these prizes:
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We cooked the Luncheon Meat for dinner when we got home, it taste good. |
There were also Philips Gold Pork Luncheon Meet Eating Contest and Mamon eating contest that I never dared to join (mabagal ako kumain. haha).
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I am with my daughter on her coloring activity while the boys were actively joining the fun games. |
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Face Painting from Purefoods! |
The first three kids to line up for Face Paint is free. We\’re fourth in line, so I purchased 2 cans of Purefoods Corned Beef @80PhP each and showed them the receipt to avail. Purefoods was our fave brand anyway!
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The kids enjoyed the mini rides! |
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Pampers Photo Booth (No purchase required to avail).![]() |
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Pampers Product Demo |
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Pororo and Nongshim Mascot Appearance. |
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There\’s also a Kiddie Salon booth and Shiny Drops Fashion Show from Johnson\’s. |
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All-time favorite. |
Cooking Demos:
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Chef Jose Sarasola with his signature Chicken Knorr Golden Tinola & Grilled Chicken with Barbeque Mayonnaise Dressing. |
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McCormick Cooking Demo with Chef TJ Santos with his easy Chap chae and Palabok Noodles.
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Host talk points with Bettina Carlos and daughter Gummy. |
It\’s a big party you shouldn\’t missed!
Learn Ballet from Prima Ballerina Lisa Macuja- Elizalde
There will also be lectures on injury prevention, film screening about ballet and inter-active workshops with theater artists.
fairy tale dances and stories, students learn to appreciate self-control, joy in movement, body awareness, rhythm, musicality along with the structure of classical ballet. It also includes classes in Tap Dance, Tumbling and Gymnastics for musicality and rhythm development.