As we grow up, our mothers are growing old too. This Mother’s Day, McDonald’s releases its Mother’s Day short film that captures the essence of appreciating the love and care our mothers gave us while we were growing up. Now that we’ve grown, it’s for us to step up, give back, and say “kami naman, Ma!”
Take Mom to The Peninsula Manila for a Tiffany &
Co. weekend staycation,
Sunday Brunches, and other indulgences this Mother’s Day Weekend.
MOM’S TIFFANY SUITE EXPERIENCE AT THE PENINSULA MANILA
What’s Mother’s Day without a little something from Tiffany & Co.?
This Mother’s Day Weekend – May 13 and 14 – The Peninsula Manila is bringing the spirit of the iconic New York jeweler to its suites for the ultimate in luxurious getaways with the Mom’s Tiffany Suite Experience room package. It includes a one-night suite stay, complimentary bottle of Champagne, a Tiffany’s boxed flower wreath, an invitation to a bespoke private shopping experience at the Tiffany & Co. flagship store in Greenbelt (available by appointment until May 21), exclusive access to The Gallery Club and its accompanying benefits, including complimentary breakfast, Peninsula Afternoon Tea, and evening cocktails.
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A mother’s love comes in many forms. Some ask if their children have eaten, others lend a listening ear. They are an irreplaceable presence and a grounding source of comfort and safety.
They are home. This May, return that unconditional love and gratitude to the unwavering pillars of strength in everyone’s life - mothers, grandmothers, single parents. Newport World Resorts makes Mother’s Day extremely special for them through relaxing deals and heartwarming treats from international hotel brands and signature restaurants, reserved for the toughest job in the world.
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Mother’s Day is just around the corner and one of the best gifts you can give your mom is quality time with the family as well as some well-deserved pampering.
The Westin Manila has come up with packages, specials, and other thoughtful ways to celebrate the most special woman in your family.
Spoil mom on her special day with gifts, treats, staycations, and flavourful eats at Your Urban Oasis.
The Bakeshop
Go sweet on mom with decadent treats from The Bakeshop from fun themed cakes to decadent bites of pralines.
Cake Bouquet
Php2,350
Strawberry Basil Mascarpone (pictured above)
Entremet | Php1,650
Express your love for Mom this Mother’s Day weekend from May 12-14, 2023 at Diamond Hotel Philippines. The hotel has crafted the perfect offers for spending time with the family.
MOM deserves an extra special getaway this Mother's Day Weekend from May 12-15, 2023. Book the luxurious and spacious Executive Suite for Php20,000 net per night inclusive of delightful perks. The stay comes with breakfast buffet at Corniche for 2 adults and 2 kids (12 years old and below), free wifi access, use of the Health Club & Spa, use of the swimming pool, and a decadent gift for Mom.
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With just a few days left before Mother’s Day, give mom a surprise as Marriott Manila, Sheraton Manila, and Courtyard Iloilo prepare enticing offers and treats perfect for the best woman in our lives.
Well-deserved rest for Mom
Let Mom relax and feel appreciated with exclusive Mom room packages from the three Marriott Hotels.
Marriott Manila offers the Marriott Bonvoy Weekend Family Treats package that features a special turndown amenity for moms during a stay in one of the premium rooms with a sumptuous breakfast buffet for two at Marriott Café. Sheraton Manila gears up for an exceptional getaway with Mom with a staycation for the whole family, including a relaxing full-body massage for two at Shine Spa and a romantic dinner for the whole family at the hotel’s one-of-a-kind S Vubble Pods. For those who will be out of the metro, Courtyard by Marriott Iloilo gives a therapeutic 60-minute in-room massage on top of the overnight accommodation in one of its two deluxe rooms with its Mother’s Day Room Promo.
It is a celebration as grand as a mother’s love as Grand Hyatt Manila invites guests to honor the main woman in their lives. A slew of staycation, dining, and recreational offers await families this month of May.
Grand Stay for Mom
It is a quick stay getaway for moms in the heart of Bonifacio Global City. Families who will stay throughout the Mother’s Day weekend can book three nights and get the third night complimentary, with rates starting at PHP 9,667+ per night for the Grand King and PHP 14,334+ per night for the Grand Suite.
Enjoy stunning views of the city, a complimentary breakfast buffet at The Grand Kitchen, and state-of-the-art amenities. Guests who will book the Grand Suite can enjoy access to the Grand Club Lounge on the 57th floor.
This Mother’s Day weekend, give your mom the best getaway that she deserves.
Pico Sands Hotel offers specially curated overnight stays from Php 7,200 with Php 1,000 discount on published rates and inclusive of 20% off at Rain, The Spa, welcome amenity for moms, and a late check out at 1PM depending on availability.
Boasting its world-class hospitality standards and services in its flagship restaurant, Spiral, its 3 luxury dining destinations and highly acclaimed banquet services, from state and national events to social and corporate celebrations, Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila proudly presents Mr. Eric Norbert as the hotel’s newest Director of Food and Beverage.
Coming up to lead one of the metro’s biggest food and beverage team, Mr. Norbert is a self-driven and self-determined individual with more than two decades of experience in restaurant and hospitality, that has an inspiring success story of building up one’s career from the bottom while aspiring to be a leader that he is today.
Filipinos are well-known for their love to perform—a trait that is passed down to younger members of the family. That’s why McDonald’s wants to create another opportunity for kids to truly let loose and express who they are with the Just Dance Happy Meal Collection.
In a new Happy Meal O’ Clock livestream today, May 11 at 5-6PM, McDonald’s will feature the Just Dance Happy Meal collection to help unleash and strengthen kids’ passion for music and dance. To be hosted by radio personality and mom DJ Chacha, the livestream will include discussions about “Integrating Physical and Digital Play for More Fun.” Dancer AC Bonifacio will also join the livestream to demonstrate how the newest Just Dance Happy Meal collection can empower physical and digital play integration for more fun play time for kids.
Whether it be dining, staycation, wellness, and shopping, City of Dreams Manila highlights diverse choices to spoil moms on Mother’s Day weekend.
Nobu Manila
A special Sunday Brunch will delight moms with a luxurious spread of the famed cuisine popularized by Chef Nobu Matsuhisa. At P4, 388 net per person, the brunch offers an extensive selection of appetizers; kushiyaki or grilled and skewered meat and vegetables and premium sashimi, sushi and maki roll creations matched with Nobu signature sauces. The featured carvings of the day -- roasted whole US striploin, and smoked beef brisket with choice of creamy wasabi, au jus and mushroom wasabi sauce – are the brunch’s pièce de résistance. Filipino-inspired dishes prepared the Nobu way along with specialty dishes, salads, soups, and desserts and beverages complete the dining experience.
As Mother's Day approaches, New World Makati Hotel offers a fun activity
for those who book their Mother’s Day package – a scented candle-making class for
two – complemented by an array of dining options at Jasmine and Café 1228, as
well as a gift-worthy sweet treat at The Shop.
Mother’s Day Stay
From May 12 to 14, 2023, guests can book the Mother's Day Stay room package in a Deluxe room at PHP8,500++ that includes a hearty buffet breakfast at Cafe 1228 or a Residence Club Deluxe room at PHP11,500++ with exclusive access to the 24th floor Living Room. Both room packages come with two scented candle-making kits, perfect for learning a new skill or hobby and for creating new memories with mom. In addition, the room package includes breakfast for two adults and two kids 11 years old and below. To book, they can visit: https://bit.ly/NWMMothersDay2023.
On Sunday, 14 May 2023, celebrate Mother’s Day at Taal Vista Hotel. Bring your mom to a relaxing getaway with activities such as a blissful staycation, a delightful lunch buffet at Veranda and tapestry making.
Blissful Staycation
Thoughtful room packages from Php 8,500 inclusive of buffet breakfast for two adults and two children aged 7 years old and below, a 60-minute Aromatherapy spa treatment at Rain, The Spa, and a surprise gift box for mom.
McDonald’s turns its party areas into night time study halls for students
McDonald's recognizes the importance of education and the challenges students face in finding a safe and conducive learning environment for after-school work. With this in mind, McDonald's continues to provide a solution that caters to their needs.
In 2020, over 200 McDonald’s Party Areas were turned into McDonald’s Classrooms that catered to teachers’ need for a safe, work-friendly place to conduct their online classes. Coming from the success and impact of the McDonald’s Classroom in the past years, McDonald’s elevates the program to better utilize its party areas and maximize the use of it during the night time. Last March 28, 2023, McDonald's Night Classroom in 60 participating McDonald’s stores near key universities opened their doors to students to cater to their late night study sessions from 8 PM to 6 AM daily.
Manila sets a new Guinness World Record Guinness for the largest aerobic weight training class
In an unprecedented gathering of health and fitness aficionados, Gatorade reinforces its stance as the leading hydration drink that caters to the health-conscious consumers through Gatorade No Sugar when it broke the Guinness World Record for the largest aerobic weight training class.
The record-breaking event, aptly dubbed Gatorade No Sugar Sweat Fest, gathered over a thousand participants at the SM MOA grounds in Pasay City. The record to beat was 978 and after the official count, 1,308 participants set a new World Record.
Leading the pack was no less than multi-awarded actress and the face of Gatorade No Sugar, Kathryn Bernardo. A fitness enthusiast herself, Kathryn confessed that she could not have asked for a better collaboration than with Gatorade No Sugar.
Is there anything else better than Shakey’s famous Mojos?
Here’s the answer to that. Your favorite Mojos are now Made MO’ Fun with Flavors, thanks to an iconic collaboration between Shakey’s and Potato Corner! Starting May 1, 2023, Shakey’s will be coming out with Flavored Mojos: Shakey’s signature Mojos combined with Potato Corner’s iconic flavors: BBQ, Sour Cream, and Cheese.
