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1)      SM Mall of Asia

Okay I may be guilty of advertising SM too much in this site but still, there’s a valid reason for it. SM Mall of Asia is one of the premiere Gimik destinations in the country and it may not only be the Mall itself but the entire area that’s fronting the World Famous Manila Bay. SM Mall of Asia is located at the other end of EDSA and right before the edge of the Manila Bay. It’s the country’s biggest mall and is third biggest in the world. That in itself is an attraction no doubt together with it’s eclectic design but one of the biggest draws of this complex is the IMAX cinema. The IMAX cinema allows Filipinos to experience a whole new level of film viewing especially when the movie is in 3-D.

Outside the Mall is a new addition to the complex. There is a slew of Restaurants where one can have an enjoyable night away from the mall shoppers. Incidentally, these are some of the restobars that used to line up the streets of Baywalk, Roxas Boulevard before it was taken out by the new City Government. It may be all for the best as the original site is devoid of any parking plans and could be very dangerous at times. This place on the other hand offers better security and accessibility for gimik-goers.

Weekend nights are especially a great time to go here as there is a fireworks display at around 7:00 pm. Moreover, the World Pyrolympics compete here yearly and if you do get the chance to catch it, you’re in for a wonderful treat.

2)      Malate

We can’t end a Gimik Spot article without mentioning Malate. It has been a Gimik hot spot far too long to be forgotten. For the people who are from the North of Manila, going to Malate is like a trek to a very special place, perhaps a hallowed ground. People there have only heard of the stories coming from the people of Manila as to how Malate is such a magical, nay, enchanted place to visit especial at night during the weekends.

Maybe they’re exaggerating a bit but still, going out and walking on the streets of Malate area is still a wonderful treat. Malate is considered as an artist’s locale as many young indie performers show off their talent in each of the specially-themed restobar in the vicinity. People flock to see up and coming artists as well as old favorites perform songs that are way out of the usual fare that you hear on the radio or any other mainstream media.

Gimik places are a dime a dozen in Metro Manila and there will be many more that will pop up in the very near future. Filipinos work hard and party hard and they could be planning a gimik as early as Tuesday night. There are indeed many places where one can go on a gimik and it may ll depend on the type of ambience, crowd or music that you want. Rest assured, however, that you will not run out of a gimik place when you’re in Manila.

Set on 1616 A. Mabini St Malate Manila, Las Palmas hotel is one of the exclusive hotels which attracts tourists throughout the year.  The hotel is known as a provider for high standard room facilities. Rooms are classified as Superior, Deluxe and Standard room. Each room is fully furnished with basic amenities to ensure guests satisfaction. It has cable TV, en suite bathroom, hair drier, phones and fully stock mini bar. Hotel services include car rental, airline booking, round the clock service, laundry services, and parking lot.

Palm Plaza Hotel Manila is situated in 0524 Pedro Gil Street corner of M.Adriatico Street Malate. It is one of the best hotels to stay at a very affordable price. It is a 10 storey hotel consists of 8 Standard Rooms, 108 Superior Rooms and 4 Junior Suites. Each room has single or double bed and fully furnished with a plethora of room amenities. One could experience a fine dining at Cocoy’s Restaurant and Coffee Shop which offers varied mouthwatering foods. It also has business room furnished with facilities including audio-video equipment and wireless internet connection. Cocoy’s Ballroom can hold social gatherings which can cater up to 250 people. After a day of hard work one could rejuvenate themselves at the spa of the hotel which offers a masseur services. 

Located in the vicinity of major convention centers, malls, historic landmarks, and to the finest restaurants and bars in the city, Executive Plaza Hotel is committed for excellent accommodation to its guests. It has 150 well appointed guestrooms to choose from. Each room is well decorated and features superb room amenities such as air-conditioning system, multiple channel TV, IDD/NDD phone, radio, refrigerator, and mini bar. One could unwind and taste its impeccable dishes at the Rio’s Bar Café. It has business room fully refurbished with world class facilities and function hall which can accommodate up to 300persons. Other hotel services and amenities are billiards, darts, rent a car, baby sitting services, 24 hour service, laundry services, dry cleaning, wakeup call, and a parking space exclusively for its guests.

Kimberly hotel is strategically located within close proximity to all major attractions in Malate. Roaming around near the hotel is not a waste of time because you could possibly find places to go like Walled City of Intramuros, Fort Santiago, Rizal Park, Commercial Complex, Banks, Embassies, Museums, art Galleries, Churches, Restaurants, Bars and Light Rail Transit. It offers a high quality services in a very least expense and guaranteed satisfaction. Each room is fully equipped with modern conveniences including cable TV, mini bar, international phone and hairdryers. A Chelsea function room can accommodate up to 100 people and there is also an open deck which can cater 100 people and offers scenic views of the city.