For city dwellers like us, one of the most common ways to de-stress is hanging out at the mall. Whether it’s spending a few hours off for some alone time walking around, treating ourselves to a little bit of shopping or catching a movie or grabbing a bite with our barkada – malls have become a place of comfort. Spending time in malls has become so ingrained in our weekly routines. Chances are, you sometimes find yourself looking for a different kind of mall experience.
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The Venice Piazza at McKinley Hill is arguably the most romantic establishment in Metro Manila. Its one-of-a-kind European-inspired aesthetic gives off a unique vibe that’s solely its own. Matched with Venice Piazza’s exquisite array of boutiques and restaurants, it’s the perfect go-to for dates and bonding time with friends or family.
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Interestingly, there’s more to do in Venice Piazza apart from shopping or gondola-riding. On your most stressful days, it’s definitely the place to be. There are quite a number of establishments ready to cater to your relaxation needs.
For starters, yoga is proven to be an effective stress reliever as it does wonders to your body in terms of energy, respiration, and metabolism. Yoga+Express offers various classes perfect for everyone of all ages and expertise levels. The best part? They also happen to be the most affordable yoga studio in the metro. If you’re really looking into letting all out, try their hot yoga class and get rid of all the bad juju.
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Another classic rest & relaxation favorite is the massage. About a 5-minute walk from Venice Piazza, still within Mckinley Hill is Aloha Wellness Spa. Offering traditional Hawaiian massages and treatments, you’re in for a treat. Their best-selling massages are the Lomi-Lomi massage and the Hot Stone massage. For the best bang-for-your-buck deal, opt for a massage + scrub combo. You get an entire 90-minute relaxation service that will also leave your skin feeling supple and soft.
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Last, but not the least, finish off your pamper day with the best mani & pedi service you can get. I Do Nails offers a wide range of services ranging from regular polish manicure & pedicure to complete hand and foot care packages and plyogel nail enhancement. What makes I Do Nails different from your usual nail care salon is the expertise of their nail technicians. Down to the tiniest details, they make sure to give you the best service possible.
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It’s important to keep in mind that as much as achieving your goals is important, you also have to look out for your well-being. The next time you find yourself stressed out over work or for whatever reason – head on over to the Mckinley Hill and treat yourself to a bit of pampering. You deserve it!