Escape to Paradise: Asia Novo Boutique Hotel, Kalibo - Your Philippine Dream Getaway
Alright, buckle up, buttercups! We're about to dive headfirst into a review of Escape to Paradise: Asia Novo Boutique Hotel in Kalibo. Honestly, I wasn't expecting much, you know? Kalibo's not exactly the most buzzing metropolis. But oh boy, was I pleasantly surprised! This place went from 'meh, budget-friendly option' to 'holy moly, maybe I should stay here a bit longer!'
First Impressions & Getting There (Accessibility… kinda, sort of, mostly)
Let's be real, getting to Paradise, well, it's Kalibo. So, accessibility is… as good as it gets in this part of the Philippines. The hotel claims to have facilities for disabled guests. I didn't need 'em, so I can't vouch for their actual usability. But hey, the elevator is a good sign, right? Airport transfer is available, thank the heavens, so no haggling with tricycle drivers after a long flight. And a free car park? Bonus points! Parking in the Philippines is a nightmare.
Internet? Oh, Thank Goodness! (And Wi-Fi in All Rooms!)
Look, I'm a travel blogger. Internet is my lifeblood. So, the fact that Escape to Paradise offers FREE Wi-Fi in all rooms is HUGE. Not just Wi-Fi, but solid Wi-Fi. I'm talking streaming Netflix while shoveling down lumpia in bed. Glorious. They also have Internet (LAN) access, which is a throwback, but hey, options! There's Wi-Fi in public areas too, which is handy for lurking in the lobby and judging other guests. (Don’t judge me. We all do it.)
Cleanliness and Safety: Sanitized, Sanitized, Everywhere! (And Did They Even Bother With the COVID Rules?)
Okay, so this is where Escape to Paradise shines. They are serious about cleanliness. Think obsessive-compulsive clean. They have Anti-viral cleaning products, daily disinfection in common areas, individually-wrapped food options… I'm talking, they're taking this COVID stuff seriously. The staff is trained in safety protocol, there's hand sanitizer everywhere. They offer room sanitization opt-out, which is a nice touch if you, like me, sometimes feel like living in a bubble of your own germs. They even had Sterilizing equipment which is always reassuring, as well as rooms sanitized between stays.
Anecdote time: I saw a cleaner gloving up to clean a light switch. A LIGHT SWITCH! That's dedication.
Rooms & Comfort: Pretty Dang Sweet (And That Blackout Curtain Lifesaver!)
The rooms themselves… were actually rather lovely. I stayed in a non-smoking room (thank you, sweet baby Jesus!). The room had **Air conditioning, a comfortable bed, a desk, a mini-bar, a fantastic *blackout curtain* - essential for sleeping off jet lag… The internet access was fast and reliable, perfect for my social media habits. They also have air conditioning in public areas, a lifesaver in the Philippine heat.
Things to Do & Ways to Relax: Spa-tastic or Not…
Okay, this is where Escape to Paradise gets a little… mixed. They have a spa, offering things like Body scrubs and body wraps, massage, and a sauna. Sounds dreamy, right? Well, I was anticipating some serious relaxation after a long flight and that's exactly what I got. The massage was sublime. The masseuse found knots in my shoulders I didn't even know existed. The sauna? Basic but effective.
Dining, Drinking & Snacking: Plenty to Choose From (But Don’t Expect Michelin Stars)
The restaurant situation at Escape to Paradise is decent. They have a restaurant that offers Asian and International cuisines, and they have a buffet for breakfast (Western and Asian), but it's nothing particularly spectacular, nothing too fancy. They've got a Poolside bar, but it’s not a raging party scene. It’s more about enjoying a quiet cocktail by the pool. There’s a coffee shop. You will definitely find something to satisfy your hunger, they even have room service.
Services & Conveniences: The Perks of Paradise!
Escape to Paradise really throws in the extra amenities to make your stay comfortable. They offer all the basics: 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, laundry service, luggage storage, dry cleaning, and a safety deposit box. They have a convenience store which is super useful for those midnight cravings or impromptu souvenir shopping. They even have a gift shop for sending your loved ones a little something from your trip.
For the Kids: Family Fun!
While I didn’t bring any kids (thank God!), Escape to Paradise does have Family/child friendly rooms, Kids facilities and also a babysitting service!
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The Verdict: Should YOU Escape to Paradise?
Look, if you're expecting luxury, five-star everything, maybe this isn't the place. But if you want a clean, comfortable, and convenient hotel in Kalibo with great Wi-Fi, friendly staff, and reasonable prices, then Escape to Paradise: Asia Novo Boutique Hotel is a winner. It’s a solid choice for solo travelers, couples, and families alike, especially with their dedication to cleanliness. It's not perfect – the food could be better, and the 'spa' could be more of a wow-factor – but for what it offers, it’s fantastic.
Final Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars (Would totally stay there again. And probably will.)
My Quirky Observation: The pillows. SO. FLUFFY. It was like sleeping on a cloud, a cloud that smells faintly of laundry soap. I'm still dreaming of those pillows.
The Offer: Book Your Philippine Dream Getaway NOW!
Tired of the same old vacation rut? Escape to the vibrant island of Kalibo in the Philippines and experience the ultimate relaxation at Escape to Paradise: Asia Novo Boutique Hotel!
Why Choose Escape to Paradise?
- Unbeatable Internet Access: Stay connected with Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! Share your adventures, work remotely, or just binge-watch your favorite shows – it’s all possible with our lightning-fast internet!
- Unwind and Recharge: Melt your stress away with a blissful massage at our spa, take a refreshing dip in our sparkling outdoor pool, or simply relax in your comfortable, air-conditioned haven.
- Cleanliness You Can Trust: Experience ultimate peace of mind with our rigorous hygiene protocols, including anti-viral cleaning products, daily disinfection, and sanitized rooms. Your safety is our top priority!
- Convenience at Your Fingertips: Enjoy a range of convenient services, including free airport transfer, a 24-hour front desk, and a convenient store for all your needs.
- Budget-Friendly Paradise: Escape to Paradise offers exceptional value for money, making your dream getaway a reality without breaking the bank.
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- A free welcome drink to kickstart your adventure.
- A complimentary upgrade to a room with a pool view (limited availability).
- 10% off all spa treatments during your stay.
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Escape to Paradise: Your Dream Guest House Awaits in Mlini, Croatia
Okay, buckle up, buttercups. This isn't your Instagram-perfect travel guide. This is my Asia Novo Boutique Hotel-Kalibo, Philippines, disaster… I mean, adventure.
Day 1: Arrival & A Case of the "Agh! Where's My Luggage?"
- 8:00 AM - Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA): Okay, so the flight was delayed. Again. And I'm already sweating bullets, and not just from the humidity. My flight to Kalibo was delayed by an hour, which felt like four in airport time. Note to self: pack a spare t-shirt in your carry-on. Also, maybe invest in a therapist.
- 10:00 AM - Kalibo International Airport (KLO): Landed! Yay! Wait… where’s my bag? Cue internal screaming. This is the part where I channel my inner detective, fueled by overpriced airport coffee and the faint scent of jet fuel. After a frantic search and a spirited conversation with a very stressed airport employee that involved a lot of hand gestures and broken Tagalog on my part, it turns out my luggage is still kicking it in Manila. Fabulous start.
- 11:00 AM - Taxi to Asia Novo Boutique Hotel (Kalibo): Finally! Escaping the airport – freedom! The taxi ride was a… sight. Let’s just say the driver seemed to think the entire town was a NASCAR racetrack. I gripped the seat, muttered a prayer, and marvelled at the vibrant chaos of Kalibo. The hotel is a short drive away though, I'm so excited and happy!
- 11:30 AM - Check-in at Asia Novo: Ah, blessedly air-conditioned. The lobby is cute and clean, a stark contrast to the airport. The staff is friendly, and I manage to wrangle a toothbrush and some basic toiletries to survive the next few days. The room? Surprisingly spacious! And clean! My little sanctuary from the luggage-less apocalypse.
- 12:00 PM - Lunch at… Uh Oh, No Restaurants Open?: Okay, so I asked the front desk for restaurant recommendations. They gave me a list of like, two places. I decided to be adventurous and strike out on my own. Mistake. Everything seems to be closed. Feeling hangry. Found a little store. Ate some instant noodles, and a banana. Not glamorous but its life.
- 1:00 PM - The Absolutely Epic Nap: Disaster averted. Crisis. Nap time. My head and my body has never felt better – after so many days of travelling!
- 3:00 PM - Exploring Kalibo (Sort Of): Wandered around the town square. Saw a church that looked very old and beautiful. Everything’s so quiet, almost sleepy. Decided to head back to the hotel to do some light exercises because I need to be as healthy as possible.
- 6:00 PM - Dinner at a… Restaurant?: After the earlier lunch misadventure, I was determined to find a proper dinner. The hotel recommended me to several options, I chose a very delicious and affordable one that was near the hotel. Chicken inasal and rice and its oh so very good.
- 8:00 PM - Bedtime: Exhausted. Still without luggage. Hoping against hope that tomorrow brings my bag and a little bit of normalcy.
Day 2: The Boracay Dream (and Reality Check)
- 7:00 AM - Breakfast at the Hotel: Okay, the hotel breakfast is… decent. Rice, eggs, some kind of mystery meat. I'm not complaining.
- 8:00 AM - Bus to Caticlan: Booked a bus to Caticlan, the jumping-off point for Boracay. The bus was… an experience. Let's just say the air conditioning wasn't its strong suit, and the karaoke on the onboard TV was… enthusiastic. The four-hour drive was punctuated by the bus driver and his mate singing along!
- 12:00 PM - Caticlan Port: Arrived at the port. Chaos, pure chaos. Hundreds of people, boats, and the overwhelming smell of the sea. The ferry was a little less chaotic, I like it.
- 12:30 PM - Ferry to Boracay: Finally on the water! The view, the water breeze, even with the crowd, this is what paradise is all about.
- 1:00 PM - Arrival in Boracay: The famous White Beach is… breathtaking. The powder-soft sand, the turquoise water… it’s a postcard come to life. I almost cried.
- 1:30 PM - Lunch on White Beach: Found a beachside restaurant for lunch. The food was great! And it was lovely.
- 2:30 PM - Beach Time!: Spent a glorious afternoon lounging on the beach. The sun, the sand, the sea… pure bliss. This place is beautiful, and maybe, just maybe, I would find another trip to Boracay if I could.
- 6:00 PM - Dinner and Sunset Watching: Sunset at Boracay? Unforgettable. I went to see the sunset. Even with crowd, it's very amazing.
- 8:00 PM - Travel back to the hotel: By this time, I was exhausted. I dozed off as soon as I got back at the hotel.
Day 3: Local Immersion & the Luggage Update (Spoiler: still missing)
- 7:00 AM - Hotel Breakfast: More of the same, but I'm getting used to it.
- 8:00 AM - Exploring Kalibo: Decided to ditch the tourist traps and actually explore Kalibo. Found a local market – the smells, the sounds, the sheer vibrancy of it all was incredible. Buying some local foods is good.
- 10:00 AM - The Cathedral and Museum: Visited the St. John the Baptist Cathedral and the Aklan Freedom Shrine. Learned more about the culture.
- 12:00 PM - Lunch at a Local Eatery: Found a tiny restaurant specializing in kinilaw (Filipino ceviche). Spicy, tangy, and unbelievably good. Speaking of amazing and delicious, I might consider it as a food I'd eat for a long time.
- 1:00 PM - The Luggage Non-Update: Called the airline. Still no bag. My emotional state is oscillating between detached resignation and murderous rage. I am one sad traveler.
- 2:00 PM - Napping: I've been feeling really tired today, so a nap is a must.
- 4:00 PM - Relaxed at the hotel: I just stayed at the hotel, chilling.
- 6:00 PM - Dinner at a Restuarant: After a long day, I decided to head out and eat somewhere, and eat a good dinner.
- 8:00 PM - Bedtime: I'm ready to go home. Not literally, but I miss home since the past few days.
Day 4: Departure (and a glimmer of hope?)
- 7:00 AM - Final Hotel Breakfast: One last round of eggs and mystery meat.
- 8:00 AM - Check-out: The hotel was good. I liked it.
- 8:30 AM - Airport: Back to the chaotic airport.
- 9:00 AM - The Luggage Revelation… Maybe?: Checked with the airline. A maybe my bag is on the next flight from Manila. I am very hopeful.
- 10:00 AM - Flight Home: The flight departs and I'm out.
Overall:
This trip was a rollercoaster. The Asia Novo Boutique Hotel was a comfortable home-base. I got a taste of Boracay, and saw a true glimpse of Kalibo. I didn't exactly get the perfect vacation, but I'm taking home memories (and hopefully my luggage). It wasn’t perfect, and it certainly wasn't what I planned, but it was…life. And maybe, just maybe, that's what travelling is all about.
Emi Seaside Crete: Greece's Hidden Paradise Awaits!
So, uh, what *is* this supposed to be about, anyway? Because honestly, I'M kinda lost.
Haha, excellent question! And trust me, I'm often asking myself the same thing. See, there's no pre-set topic. We're just… *exploring*. Think of it like a cosmic garage sale. You never know what weird treasures you'll stumble upon. Maybe we'll talk about existential dread, maybe banana bread. Could be both! It could be an hour by hour rundown of my morning. Maybe everything and nothing at all. Honestly, I’m flying by the seat of my pants here. And, you know, the pants could fall off at any moment, so keep your focus!
Okay, still vague. How about a specific, *actual* example? Like, when's the last time you messed up *really* badly? Spill the tea!
Oh, brother. Where do I even *begin*? Okay, so. Last week, I tried to make a fancy soufflé for a dinner party. Now, I *thought* I was following the recipe. I mean, I read it. Twice! But, let me tell you, that fluffy, airy dream? It turned into a sad, deflated pancake of eggy despair. I swear, I even *whispered* words of encouragement to the oven! Nope. Collapsed faster than my last attempt at a relationship. And the worst part? I blamed the oven. The *oven*! I’m still not fully over that.
What's the *BEST* thing that's happened to you recently? Brag a little!
Oh, man. Okay, so this is a confession, and it's probably a bit silly, but …last week I finally, FINALLY, figured out how to assemble that IKEA bookshelf. I’m talking, the one with the suspiciously intricate instructions and a gazillion tiny screws. I'm usually the kind of person who looks at flat-pack furniture and just … starts to sweat. But I did it. All by myself. And it’s standing. With books on it! A small victory, maybe, but it felt like conquering Everest. Seriously, I considered framing the Allen wrench.
Let's get philosophical. What do you *really* believe in? Besides, you know, winning at IKEA.
That's a big one. Okay, so I believe in kindness, even when it's hard. And I believe in chocolate, particularly dark chocolate. I'm a pretty big fan of second chances, mostly because I need a lot of them myself. Mostly I believe in the power of a good laugh to pull you out of whatever pit of despair you've fallen into. And maybe, just maybe, the universe is a little bit less chaotic than it seems, even when my soufflé's resemble flat pancakes from the underworld.
What's a really weird habit you have? Don't be shy!
Oof. Alright, here goes. I have to organize my fridge by color. It's a weird little internal "must do" that keeps me sane. Lettuce and spinach in the greens, carrots are orange and go next to the cheese. I can't explain it. I wouldn't say *obsessively*, but if something is out of place, my brain gets all… *itchy*. Don't judge me. Sometimes, I also talk to my plants. Especially when I'm watering them. They don't seem to mind. They're also not capable of judgement, so there's that.
Okay, so... what keeps you up at night? Anxiety? Unicorns? The usual?
It’s often a combination of things, right? The big stuff: Existential questions. The meaning of life. Global warming. And then the little things: Did I pay that bill? Did I really turn off the hair straightener? Also, I've developed a weird fear of squirrels. They stare, you know? They always seem to be plotting something. They are secretly planning to take over the world, I'm sure of it. I'm honestly a little scared of the tiny little psychopaths. Sleep is rare, but that's the way it goes.
What absolutely infuriates you? What makes you want to scream into a pillow?
Oh, boy. Where do I begin? Okay, so… people who chew with their mouths open. It's a personal pet peeve of mine. It's also the main reason I can't eat with my family at any large gathering. Next? People who are consistently late. I get it, things happen, but when you're chronically late, you're saying, "My time is more valuable than yours." I see that as a personal affront to my existence. And slow walkers! Honestly, the absolute bane of my existence. Especially when I'm in a hurry. And don't even get me started on… *sigh*… okay, I’ll stop before I get too worked up.
If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
Teleportation. Hands down. Think of the possibilities! I could be stuck in traffic and *poof* - suddenly, I'm on a beach in Bora Bora, sipping a fruity cocktail. Or I could avoid that dreaded commute. Or I could instantly deliver a perfect soufflé to everyone, everywhere. (Okay, maybe the soufflé thing is still a sore spot). Plus, think of the money I’d save on travel! Screw flying coach – teleportation for the win!
What is a comfort activity for you? Something that makes you feel safe and happy?
Oh, easy. Curling up on the couch with a good book, a cup of tea, and my fluffy dog snoring beside me. The dog is a giant comfort animal. That feeling of being completely, utterly absorbed in a story? It's like a warm hug. A really *long* warm hug that makes you forget everything else for a while. Sometimes, I add a big blanket. And ideally, rain pattering on the window. It's pure bliss. Also, chocolate. Never forget the chocolate.
What's something you're *really* bad at? Be honest; we won't judge.
