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More suggestions on where to take your moms out on Mother's Day

She'll surely appreciate the extra effort

Published May 12, 2023 03:20 pm
It’s mother’s day this weekend, and you still haven’t decided where to take her? Here are some more ideas to get you started.

Beauty all around

 Love taking pictures and shopping for the best beauty products? Treat your mom to a day at the Mega Fashion Hall and shop together for special deals and packages at Jo Malone, Estee Lauder, Bobbi Brown, and MAC Cosmetics. Make it even more special with free engraving on products for a minimum purchase, too! Don't forget to have your photos taken, each nook is Instagram-worthy, deserving to be part of your Mother's Day posts.


A full weekend of treats

 Celebrate Mom at Alabang Town Center where the whole weekend will be dedicated to fun activities and workshops that she will truly enjoy. From May 11 to 14, 2023, get Mom a special gift or let her choose one at the Mommy Market. On May 13, with single or accumulated receipts worth P1500, treat Mom to a workshop of her choice! Learn to make sugar body scrubs and linen sprays or how to arrange flowers. On Mother’s Day, May 14, sign her up for a skincare workshop—no purchase required. Dine or unwind at the Corte on May 13 and 14, where your mother will receive flowers and be serenaded with beautiful music. Last, but not the least, catch the Mother's Day Flower Drop on May 14—aTownie tradition that you wouldn't want to miss. 

Time for trave

l The first-ever Metrobank Fair is happening at Glorietta Palm Drive Activity Center this May 11 to 14, 2023.The event will feature a slew of the hottest offers from top airlines, retail, and dining brands for Metrobank credit and debit card holders for an entire weekend. And what better way to treat mom than to book a flight with her?  Credit card holders who will have a minimum single-receipt purchase of P15,000 at the event will also get a chance to win a trip for two to Hong Kong or cashbacks of up to P50,000. On top of this, they can enjoy up to P6,000 eGCs on travel spend, up to P9,000 eGCs on 0 percent installment spend and 0.48 percent Balance Conversion rate when converting purchases at The Metrobank Fair. You can also make Mother’s Day weekend extra special and spend more #PricelessMOMents with Metrobank and Mastercard by dropping by at the special Mother’s Day booth on May 14. Don’t have a Metrobank credit card yet? No need to worry, because Metrobank will be accepting credit card applications on-ground at Glorietta. Customers can also visit Metrobank’s official website at metrobank.com.ph or the nearest Metrobank branch to apply for a Metrobank credit card or open a deposit account. *Follow Metrobank and Metrobank Card PH on Instagram and Facebook for more information.*




Have a Viu-tiful day filled with K-Dramas and K-Beauty

 This all-day celebration by Viu will be held at The Block Activity Center, SM North EDSA. Tons of engaging activity booths await, including complimentary massage and makeover. OPM singer Aia de Leon will also be there to perform. Viu goodie bags will also be given away, and a chance to win prizes such as Viu Premium Subscriptions, which offers early access to the latest Asian content, unlimited downloads, uninterrupted viewing and high-definition streaming.

Mother’s Day getaway

 Treat your mom to a relaxing getaway at The Westin Manila, complete with a pampering session and some sweet treats. Book the Mother’s Day Getaway for an overnight stay packaged with breakfast and afternoon high tea for two persons, a 20 percent discount on other food and beverage orders, welcome amenity for mom, and an option between an early check-in at 12 noonor late check-out at 3:00 p.m. (subject to availability). The package also comes with one (1) complimentary P3,000 gift voucher for a full facial treatment at any Luminisce branch in Metro Manila. The Mother’s Day Getaway room package is valid for stays from May 12 to 14, 2023. Book \[here\]\(https://www\.marriott\.com/offers/mother\-s\-day\-getaway\-off\- 77972/mnlwp\-the\-westin\-manila\).

City of Firsts

 Head to Araneta City and enjoy a day filled with music, learning, deals, and more surprises. For those who love to shop, Ali Mall has got you covered with a bazaar featuring female entrepreneurs from May 8 to 14. The Proudly Original Products of Quezon City (POP QC) Mother’s Day Market features unique and locally-made products and services, perfect for finding that special gift for your mom.  On May 14, head on to Gateway Mall for a lovely Serenade for Moms by talented artists such as JV Decena, Joaquin Garcia, and Richard Poon. Along with the performances at Gateway Mall, there will be a photo booth and caricature station to capture fun memories with mom. Strike a pose with silly costumes and props or get a caricature drawing done, and take home a keepsake that you can treasure forever. 
If you’re interested in learning something new or taking some time for self-care, Farmers Plaza has a range of workshops and pampering services via the activities by Filipino Homebased Moms (FHMoms) from May 12 to 14. Sign up for a beauty workshop to learn some new entrepreneurship tricks, attend an educational talk with an OB-Gyn, or indulge in a relaxing massage or manicure. Get a complimentary customized eco bag for a minimum purchase of P1000. Not only can you shop with a special and unique bag, you can also treat Mother Nature kindly this Mother’s Day! Finally, for a special intimate Mother’s Day feast, check out the recently opened restaurants and food stores at the new Gateway Mall 2.

Sheraton Manila Bay

Gather the whole family for a memorable celebration at Manila Bay Kitchen on all Sundays of May. Enjoy a hearty selection of international cuisine with a live cooking station every  Sunday Brunch for P2,800 net per person. Add P600 for free-flowing drinks. Mother’s Day staycation package starts at P10,700++, inclusive of an overnight stay in a Deluxe room with buffet breakfast for two adults and two kids (5 years old and below), one complimentary Sunday Brunch buffet at Manila Bay Kitchen with exclusive 10 percent discount on additional diners, access to swimming pool and Sheraton Fitness, high-speed internet, welcome drink, and a special surprise for mom. Valid until May 27, 2023. *For reservations, call +632 5318 0788 or send an e-mail*[here]([email protected])*..*

The Farm at San Benito

 Moms stay and dine for free here. Meals are free at any of their Wellness restaurants, with free treatments at the Healing Sanctuary Spa and Holistic Medical Sanctuary—applicable only if there are two paid treatments. Room rates start at P12,000 per night at Palmera which is good for three persons. The Glass Villa is P20,000 per night in a luxury Narra Pool Villa. Available from Sundays to Thursdays from May 14 to 31, 2023. For more details, click this [link](https://www.thefarmatsanbenito.com/special-offers/)

Box Camera

Have your photos taken—the old school way—with your mom this weekend with Box Camera. They are having a  a special sitter session in Greenbelt 5 from 11am to 9pm. Book a slot to reserve.



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