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Amanpulo, Philippines (Consolidated/review thread)
Aug 14, 2007, 8:58 pm
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Aug 14, 2007, 9:21 pm
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Actually, if booking an "Exclusives" package, then some meals at Amanpulo may be included. For example, Tennis at Amanpulo includes daily breakfast; Underwater Experience at Amanpulo includes full daily breakfast and one gourmet lunch picnic basket; Romance at Amanpulo includes three meals a day. However, Yoga at Amanpulo doesn't seem to cover any meals.
If not booking a package, then I don't think that the cost of meals is overly expensive. I just don't remember the prices.
++ is a reference to a 10% service charge and a 12% government tax.
Note that roundtrip air transfer between Amanpulo and Manila is US$350.
If not booking a package, then I don't think that the cost of meals is overly expensive. I just don't remember the prices.
++ is a reference to a 10% service charge and a 12% government tax.
Note that roundtrip air transfer between Amanpulo and Manila is US$350.
Aug 14, 2007, 11:23 pm
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Thanks folks, this should give them sufficient to go on. The work is in Manila for a while (we just rented office space quite near to the Makati Shangri-La) and this is a couple looking for a short break before heading home. The time will be towards the end of November. Assuming the romance package is updated then, it looks like the deal.
Very helpful! Again, thanks.
Very helpful! Again, thanks.
Aug 17, 2007, 12:55 am
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Aman has B&B rates but no full board as far as I know. However prices for meals are cheap by international standards -- at least the last time I was there -- so meal costs shouldn't be a worry. What is expensive, though, are the treatments and the use of facilities such as cruisers, etc. These are all international rates, although still not fantastically expensive.
Aman has very good security, although I must say, it is in the middle of nowhere and a probable Abu Sayaf raid has long been whispered about. However, they have vigilant security, an ultra high-tech radar system for detecting movement in the area, and an understanding with the nearest military stations -- plus their own security gear.
This is a place to get away from it all, though. You had better like the beach if you're heading here, as there is nothing much else to do but swim and lie down.
Aman has very good security, although I must say, it is in the middle of nowhere and a probable Abu Sayaf raid has long been whispered about. However, they have vigilant security, an ultra high-tech radar system for detecting movement in the area, and an understanding with the nearest military stations -- plus their own security gear.
This is a place to get away from it all, though. You had better like the beach if you're heading here, as there is nothing much else to do but swim and lie down.
Aug 22, 2007, 10:50 am
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Welcome to FT, hotsnakes! No direct experience here, but having lived in the country for three years, and adding to that the Aman reputation, I bet you would be treated very well and be taken care of wonderfully. Just don't go expecting to meet other singles!
Aug 22, 2007, 12:39 pm
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Thanks, Richard! I have been eyeing Amanpulo for a long time but always wondered if it was exclusively a honeymoon-type place. I've never been to an Aman. No need for a singles' party scene here...if I can get along OK and just enjoy that beach, I'll have exactly what I want. I'm considering booking in early-to-mid-February.
Aug 24, 2007, 4:22 pm
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Because it's a (small) island with cottages far apart for romantic privacy (and almost complete darkness all around), Amanpulo can get pretty lonely unless you're really there to get away from it all. Also, you basically fly in and fly out so there is nowhere else to go but the resort -- unlike many other Amans.
However, Amanpulo's beach is unlike any other in the world. And if you've always fancied the feeling of having your own private island with a fabulous beach, this is where you should go.
However, Amanpulo's beach is unlike any other in the world. And if you've always fancied the feeling of having your own private island with a fabulous beach, this is where you should go.
Aug 24, 2007, 6:58 pm
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Thank you for your opinion, Michelin Girl. It is much appreciated! I figured the vibe to be very isolated. So long as I'll feel welcome as a single girl, I have no problem with the isolation. Though Amanwana looks very cool too, the beach at Amanpulo is my dream. I'm leaning heavily towards booking this along with Manila in early '08.