What to Bring When You’re at the Pool

Under the basking sun, take the chance to find relaxation and aquatic serenity near the shores of Boracay island resorts. Don’t be too surprised with the line hotels and resorts you see along the popular beach. When you’re already tired of the waves and standing under the sun for too long, you can always come back to the comforts and contentment of Astoria Boracay Beach Resort.

One of the best things that most guests get all excited about when checking into a resort are the pool facilities. Here are the things you need when you feel like taking a dip or splash in the resort’s pool.

Sun block – You will never know much how the sun will shine but having burnt skin isn’t always comfortable. Make sure you apply enough sun block to protect your skin and if necessary, you may apply more.

Music – If you have a set of speakers, earphones or an app on your Smartphone that plays your favorite playlist, you can have some background music while you’re taking a swim. Just make sure it’s not loud enough to bother other guests staying at the resort or importantly having it too close to the waters that might damage your gadget. 

Flip flops – Besides trying to make a fashion statement, bring suitable footwear so that in case it gets too hot, there will be something that can make your feet comfortable.

Your favorite smoothie – We all want to have that feeling where we look and feel as if we are on vacation, so a nice drink by the pool would do just fine. Just don’t have it when you’re at the pool due to rules and regulations.

A Book – Give yourself a break from all that technology stuff and go all school with some reading materials. Before taking a swim, read a page or two on the comfortable chairs that are located by the swimming area.

So these are pretty much the simple things you need for an ideal vacation break by making use of the hotel’s facilities. When the shores can be a little too much for you and you just want to swim around calm waters, and then hang out by the pool bringing the things you really need to get the relaxation you deserve.

For inquiries and reservations, visit our website at www.astoriaboracay.com

5 Ongoing Boracay Island Deals for End of the Year Blowouts This 2014

Put that bonus to good use with these affordable Boracay beach resort deals and make your dream 2014 tropical island retreat a reality at Astoria Boracay. But with the long holiday weeks just around the corner, you need to be extra quick in securing these chic and convenient accommodations for you and your beach-loving friends.

Which one of these December 2014 deals best fits your plans?

Christmas Specials

Bookings can be made until: December 5, 2014

Stay period: December 20 to 26, 2014

Inclusions:

• Buffet breakfast
• Welcome drinks

Have a tropical Christmas celebration this year at Astoria Boracay. Use this deal and get nightly rates starting at PHP 8,625. The rate plan is not applicable to children and booking requires full prepayment. Reservation modifications and cancellations are not allowed and will cost the total amount of the stay.

December Sale

For stays until: December 15, 2014

Inclusions:

• Buffet breakfast
• Welcome drinks

Mark the last month of the year with this deal. Rates start at PHP 5,800, taxes and fees included. This promo is not applicable to children. Full prepayment is required in booking the deal. Reservation modifications and cancellations are not allowed and will cost the full prepayment.

Special Rates Online (Peak Season 2)

For stays until: December 19, 2014

Inclusions:

• Buffet breakfast
• Welcome drinks

Get this deal for as low as PHP 9,700 per night. Full prepayment is required in booking this Boracay resort deal.

One Suite Stay

For 2-night stays until: December 19, 2014

Inclusions:

• Buffet breakfast
• 30-minute sunset cruise
• Turn-down service
• Candlelight dinner by the beach
• One-time 1-hour therapeutic massage
• Round-trip transfers from Caticlan (add PHP 400 if from Kalibo)
• Welcome fruits and drinks

The 2-night accommodation starts at PHP 39,000. The rooms under this deal may not accommodate children. Full prepayment is required upon booking and reservation modifications and cancellations are not allowed.

Finally, the hotel also offers an early bird promo for travelers who are already planning their 2015 adventures.

Early Bird Promo

Bookings can be made until: January 15, 2015

Stay period: January 2 to March 31, 2015

Inclusions:

• Buffet breakfast
• Welcome drinks

Start 2015 on a high note with the Early Bird Promo. Rates start at PHP 8,000, taxes and fees included. Certain room types under this deal may not accommodate children. Full prepayment is required in booking the promo and reservation modifications and cancellations are not allowed.

These hotel deals can be booked at the website of our Boracay beach resort, Astoria Boracay.

Blue Marina Boracay Offers Easy Bookings Via Website's New Booking Engine

Boracay Island, Philippines –- Securing rooms at Blue Marina Boracay Resort is now made easier than ever, thanks to a new booking engine on its website, http://www.bluemarinaboracay.com. Powered by DirectWithHotels, the system eliminates the need for reserving accommodations using the conventional processes and also offers guests the following benefits:

Fast and easy booking process.
The days of logging in countless minutes on the phone and sending emails back and forth just to secure reservations are long gone, thanks to this booking engine. To start making arrangements, potential visitors must first click on “Check availability and prices” and select the dates, number, and room type; and then provide the required personal information and 10% prepayment via credit card.

Instant confirmation.
After supplying all the requirements, an instant message will then be sent via email containing the status of their payment and confirmation of the reservation. As for the remaining balance, all outstanding payments must be settled directly at this Boracay beach resort upon check-in.

Guaranteed safe and secure.
Guests who use the booking system are assured that their account and personal information are all safe. All transactions made using the website and booking engine are monitored by trusted Internet security systems Trustwave and VeriSign.

Easy modifications and other useful features.
In case reservations need to be changed, guests can easily make modifications and cancellations via the booking system. There are policies concerning such revisions, which, if done during the allowed time period, are free of extra charges. In addition, the booking system also has a print button, bookmarking feature, and currency converter.

Blue Marina Boracay presents travelers with a private, bungalow-styled accommodation that they can treat as their own during their holiday. The rooms have a minimalist style but when it comes to amenities, guests can expect an array of comforts inside. Each has a private terrace, rain shower with custom bath amenities, and free Wi-Fi Internet connectivity, and is furnished with flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and queen-size beds with Egyptian sheets and down pillows.

The resort also offers a number of water and land activities including, boating, jet skiing, wind surfing, hiking, local tours, snorkeling, and scuba diving. And with a location in Station 2, just a short distance from White Beach, Blue Marina Boracay is just a few minutes from restaurants, stores, and nightlife spots –- making it truly one of the best resorts in Boracay.

Blue Marina Boracay
Boat Station 2, Sitio Manggayad
Manoc-Manoc, Boracay Island, Malay
Aklan 5608 Philippines

Phone Number: 036.288.2634

About DirectWithHotels
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