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Celeb Approved Check out this award-winning Cebu resort

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Stephanie Rose Manhit

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<p>Who doesn’t want to step away from the hustle of daily life and just relax? While being in the spotlight can be quite a rush, even celebrities crave that downtime where they can just disconnect, unwind, and have that much-needed “me time”. </p><p><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>PUSH ABS-CBN</strong></a> was able to visit Plantation Bay Resort and Spa, one of the stars’ secret spots to reset and rest, and experienced what it means to be in a private paradise. </p><div><br/></div><div><strong>The Award-Winning Accommodations</strong></div><p>With over 30 years of experience, Plantation Bay Resort and Spa has cemented its place in local and global tourism. It was recognized several times over as one of the Top 25 Resorts in Asia by Condé Nast Traveler magazine. It also recently bagged awards for Best Pool and Best Beach, Island + Upcountry Hotel from the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026. </p><p>The iconic Cebu resort covers an expanse of 11.8 hectares, with 255 rooms spread out across the property. For corporate guests or those who really prefer their privacy, the resort also offers the gated Quantum Villa. </p><p>Each room perfectly combines old colonial luxury with modern-day comforts. The 5-point showers and huge soaking tubs are an experience in themselves and will put you in the mood for an all-day adventure and a good night’s sleep. </p><p><strong>PUSH TIP: </strong>Grab the best spot to snap IG-worthy sunrise views by requesting for a room near the Main Lagoon. You can also walk over to Fiji or to Kilimanjaro to catch the vibrant sunset. </p><div><br/></div><div><strong>The Wellness Reset</strong></div><p>Mogambo Springs, the resort’s spa, is where seasoned broadcaster and lifestyle icon Korina Sanchez chooses to decompress after back-to-back schedules. </p><p>“Tahimik, calming, at super aesthetic,” she shared in an episode of <em>Rated Korina.</em> “Next level experience dahil sa kanilang sensory isolation float tank therapy. Nakakatanggal ng stress, anxiety, at pampababa pa raw ng blood pressure.”</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1783762013031Korina.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner"><em>Photo Credit to @Rated Korina on Youtube</em></span></span></span></div><p>More than a typical spa, it’s a wellness retreat. Guests visit this 18th-century Tokugawa Japanese village-inspired spa to get a complete head-to-toe reset with their full menu of services and top-level treatments such as full-body red light therapy.</p><p><strong>PUSH Tip: </strong>Make sure to take a dip in their hot pools and jacuzzis to loosen tight knots and put the body in full relaxation mode. </p><div><br/></div><div><strong>The Multi-Generational Amenities</strong></div><p>Courtside reporter Apple David recently brought her whole family over to unwind and relax. From her senior parents to her siblings and their kids, the resort had something special for each of them.</p><p>“The ultimate balance between family time and self-love,” said Apple in her Instagram post. “To be able to travel, try out activities, eat food, and get some me time while having my family around at the same time is an absolute dream! What an amazing getaway!”</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:499px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1783762186034789.JPG" style="width:960px;display:block" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner"><em>Photo Credit to @apppledavid on Instagram</em></span></span></span></div><p>Kids can enjoy the pools and the arcade. Teens and adults can sneak in a workout in the gym or head over to Savannah Park to try activities like archery, wall climbing, mini golf, and backward walking. They also have several pickleball courts and even a live indoor firing range.</p><p>Of course, the star of the resort is their 2.5 hectare man-made saltwater lagoon, the biggest in the Philippines and one of the biggest in the whole of Asia. Aside from swimming, guests can also ride kayaks and paddle boards.</p><p><strong>PUSH Tip:</strong> Be mindful of their “no noise” and “no tipping” policy. Also, they have a wide range of special activities, with some offered on certain days or times only, so it’s best to check out the list daily. </p><div><br/></div><div><strong>The Culinary Adventure</strong></div><p>Cebu’s own celebrity couple Paul Jake Castillo and Kaye Abad also frequent the resort for date nights and family bonding. In fact, it was their staycation of choice for Valentine’s Day, a trip they shared on their <em>Kaye &amp; Paul Jake</em> YouTube channel. </p><p>They had steak and pasta at Palermo restaurant, where Kaye’s boys surprised her with a bouquet of flowers. They also had a family dinner at Fiji restaurant, where they tried a variety of dishes, including the resort’s special ‘Real Adobo’.  </p><p>“In fairness, masarap lahat ng food,” declared Kaye. “Worth it siya. Especially the adobo, it’s really lami (delicious). It’s something different.”</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1783762636459kaye.JPG" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner"><em>Photo Credit to @Kaye &amp; Paul Jake on Youtube</em></span></span></span></div><p>Plantation Bay offers a variety of food options. There’s Filipino and international favorites at Kilimanjaro, diner comfort food at Route 66, Asian cuisine at Fiji, and fine dining steak and wine at Palermo. To make sure you get a taste of all their specialties, go through their ‘Delicious Dozen’ — the top 12 dishes that they are known for. </p><p>Mornings and evenings are not to be missed. There’s a themed buffet breakfast at Kilimanjaro that changes daily. On select nights, they have a themed feast coupled with entertainment featuring Plantation Bay’s own talented staff. </p><p><strong>PUSH Tip:</strong> A secret treat is their in-house ube hopia. If you want to bring some home for pasalubong, order this ahead of time because stocks run out fast. </p><p>Be it for a solo trip, a couple’s getaway, or family bonding experience, with these amenities and more, it’s no wonder Plantation Bay Resort and Spa remains one of the stars’ destinations of choice.</p>

<p>PUSH ABS-CBN finds out why Plantation Bay Resort and Spa in Cebu is one of the top picks when celebrities need to rest and relax. </p>

PUSH ABS-CBN finds out why Plantation Bay Resort and Spa in Cebu is one of the top picks when celebrities need to rest and relax.

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Celeb Approved: Check out this award-winning Cebu resort

Ann Manhit,

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Published July 11, 2026 05:44 PM PHT

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