Let’s be honest: the best kind of break is the kind that doesn’t feel rushed.
And Holy Week, with its naturally slower rhythm and long pauses, might just be the perfect excuse to reset—spiritually, mentally and emotionally. It can be both sacred and soft, reflective and restful.
Whether you're stepping out of the city or staying close to home, there are places that give you a quick change of scenery and mood. No overnight bags needed—just an open calendar, a craving for good coffee and delish bites, and maybe a book you’ve been meaning to read for the last three months.
Here are four destinations that prove a little breather can go a long way.
Forresta Café
Mood: Urban forest vibes without leaving the city
If you're staying in the metro but feel like you need to be surrounded by trees to fully relax, Forresta Café has you covered. Situated within Forresta, a 118-ha mixed-use development in Villar City, this leafy café feels more like a forest lounge than a pitstop in the south.
Whether you’re having solo coffee with your thoughts or spending slow time with family, Forresta offers space to breathe—minus the long road trip.
Open for Holy Week from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. from Holy Monday to Easter Sunday
Crosswinds Tagaytay
Mood: Europe, but make it Tagaytay
A Swiss-inspired hillside with pine trees, cool air, and an all-star lineup of cafés? Count us in. At Crosswinds, you can do a full coffee crawl and explore unique dining concepts without ever leaving the mountain—all without ever leaving the mountain. Scenic spots like Coffee Project, Ruined Project?, Windmill, Dear Joe, Joe’s Tavern, Andersen’s and Napa make every stop feel like a mini escape.
If your idea of a recharge involves croissants, highland fog, and a corner seat with a view, this one’s your vibe.
Coffee Project Crosswinds, Ruined Project?, Windmill, Dear Joe, Joe’s Tavern, Andersen’s and Napa are open throughout the Holy Week with extended hours
Pievana Roots Café
Mood: Soulful slow mornings with a view
Southbound? Set your Holy Week tone with a visit to the National Shrine of Saint Padre Pio, then take a peaceful detour to nearby Pievana Roots Café. Surrounded by scenic views and silence, it’s the kind of place where meals are slow, conversations are meaningful, and time stretches out in the best way.
Fresh juice, brewed coffee, and hearty meals await—just a stone’s throw from the shrine, but a world away from the noise.
Open for Holy Week from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily
Coffee Project Bern
Mood: Pine-scented peace + panoramic views
If you’re heading up north, a coffee stop at Coffee Project Bern is a no-brainer. With its elevated location on Outlook Drive and cozy chalet-style interiors, this café gives “quiet time” a whole new meaning.
Grab a cup after visiting the nearby Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto, settle into a seat with a view of Baguio’s hills and let the cool breeze and caffeine do their thing.
Open for Holy Week daily, with earlier hours starting Maundy Thursday
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