Give your no. 1 fan, nurturer, shoulder to cry on, teacher, and best friend what she truly wants on Mother’s Day: quality time with you.
There’s no Mother’s Day gift as special as spending quality time with your mom. Flowers, cards, and luxury items are sure to melt her heart, but shared experiences can bring her longer-lasting happiness and cherished memories she can look back on in the future. The time and effort you put into making her day memorable can be more meaningful and definitely last a lifetime.
So, this year, more than just wrapping up something pretty, give the queen in your life what she truly wants: quality time with you. Whether it’s relaxing together with a massage, treating her to a fab blowout, or hopping on a thrilling helicopter ride, these thoughtful Mother’s Day activities will turn the day into a memorable experience she’ll treasure in her heart forever.
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Unwind with a soothing massage
Motherhood is a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week job, and if there’s anyone in the world who deserves a full day of pampering, that would be mom! A relaxing massage is one of the best ways to help her relieve stress and improve her overall well-being amid the physical, mental, and emotional demands of her role.
Take her to a spa where she can unwind, recharge, and practice some self-love for one whole day. Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts in Mandaluyong, Makati, and Taguig offer 60- and 90-minute massages at their spas, while Westin Manila provides guests the same treatment, plus a complimentary sea salt body scrub, at its hotel in Mandaluyong.
Better yet, opt for spas with jacuzzis or saunas to help mom loosen up before entering the real world again. You’ll find these in Okada Manila’s Retreat Spa, which offers rejuvenating treatments and luxurious amenities, including a dry sauna and a huge pool with water jets, that’ll immerse you and your mom in a deeply relaxing experience on her special day.
Take a breathtaking helicopter ride above the metro
Moms deserve more than just a day off, they deserve an adventure. If you’re looking for one that can literally take her breath away, book a thrilling helicopter ride that’ll give her the exhilaration of flying and the excitement of seeing familiar landscapes transform into awe-inspiring spectacles.
The Peninsula Manila is rolling out a “fly & dine” experience this Mother’s Day, wherein you and your mom can enjoy a breathtaking 15-minute helicopter ride over the Manila skyline.
This will be followed by a delectable four-course French-inflected dinner complemented by a bottle of the finest Deutz champagne and a tin of caviar chocolates. It’s the perfect way to show mom that your love for her is as clear and high as the sky!
Set sail on a private yacht
What could be more special than spending Mother’s Day on a private yacht? Celebrating it with a boating trip allows your mom to unwind, soak in the water’s soothing sounds, and recharge. The boat’s gentle sways and the soft lapping of waves could bring a sense of peace away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Let your mom experience the magic of Mother’s Day with the special yacht cruise offered by Manila Yacht Rentals. This limited-time offer gives you the chance to surprise mom with a dinner against a stunning, illuminated view of the city. Subic Yacht Club offers a similar experience, wherein moms get to enjoy a dinner buffet at its garden and witness a beautiful sunset on a yacht cruise.
Visit the salon for a gorgeous hair treatment
Getting your hair done at a salon is now considered a luxury, both because of our tight daily schedules and Manila’s sluggish traffic. But, if there’s anyone who truly deserves a royal (hair) treatment, it should be our moms. So why not go all out and get your mom a professional hair treatment?
For that, there’s premier Korean hair salon Eco Jardin, which offers various treatments from basic haircut, blow-dry, and styling to perming, dyeing, and bleaching. What makes it the perfect spot to treat your mom is its Signature Head Spa Experience, which uses 15 or 18 “luxurious steps” to revitalize the hair with nutrients, balance, and beauty. You can book an appointment through its website here.
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Okada Manila is also inviting moms to a day of well-deserved pampering—and savings—with a limited-time offer at its Beauty Salon. On Mother’s Day, May 11, moms can avail of a nourishing herbal scalp treatment combined with a classic manicure and pedicure for a discounted price of P5,888. You can book a reservation through relax@okadamanila.com or +632 8555 5775.
Dine and jam with live bands
Music adds a layer of enchantment to any event, and if you’re lucky enough to catch mom’s favorite band in town, then it’s sure to be an unforgettable Mother’s Day treat! If not, there are several restaurants in the country where you and your mom can dine, relax, and jam with live bands. Who knows, she might even discover a new favorite artist that night.
Explore the metro’s hot spots, including The Penthouse 8747, which is celebrating Mother’s Day with good food, a scenic view of Makati’s skyline, and live performance from local artist Sharm Nolledo.
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