The Mt. Makiling

Mt. Makiling is located on the border of Laguna and Batangas, it is an inactive volcano without records of eruptions. The University of the Philippines Los Baños were assigned as the official caretaker of Mt. Makiling. It is known for its amazing beauty and different plants and animals.

A good place to hike or to bike, it’s good for relaxation, sightseeing and outdoor activities where you can enjoy the scenery at the same time. The place is refreshing, there are many spring resorts that is very relaxing with the ambiance of the Mt. Makiling itself. It is a protected area, that’s why it is famous for mountain climbers and tourists. There are many places where you can visit around the area of Mt. Makiling, and one of them is this Re-Creation Center where you can find at the foot of Mt. Makiling

Mt. Makiling is surely captivating, but now we will focus more on MMRC, exploring how beautiful this place is.

CCF Mt. Makiling Re-Creation Center is designed for Christian Conference Center, not a resort, but surely all types of adults, families and individuals are welcome to enjoy their facilities. Once you experienced their facilities, you will always want to come back.

These are some of their amenities that you will surely enjoy:

• 600 Seat Air-Conditioned Dining Room

We know that food is really important in an outing or retreat, that’s why this place prepared a perfect venue to eat, where it serves a good temperature and a comfortable chair and table where you can enjoy their buffet-meal together with your family or friends.

I am always satisfied after eating their good quality food, it’s really fun when you can eat-all-you-can together with your family and friends because you can enjoy it with your beloved ones.

It is said that their biggest attraction is their buffet-style meals which they are really proud of, because you can’t deny but to admit that it is really appetizing and will surely satisfy your hunger.

These are some of their buffet-meals:

• Mango Café with Wifi

We all know it’s hard to find cellular signals in mountains, that’s why here in Mango Café you can connect your devices on the wi-fi for free. This café is comfortable to stay in, not only because of the wi-fi connection but also with their attractive menus, which serves hot and cold beverages, espresso drinks, ice creams, yogurts, sandwiches, snacks, and more.

I never lost the chance to always buy their frappes and frozen yogurts when I visit this place because it’s mouth craving!

They also serve comfortable chairs and sofas where you can enjoy chit-chats with family or friends.

These are some of my pictures in the café with my sister and mother.

Not only that! The café also offers board games like dama, chess, card games, table tennis and others. You will definitely never be bored in this place.

• Horse-back riding and Calesa

It’s my first time to experience horse-back riding so I really enjoyed this, and for just only 50 pesos you can go around riding their horses, it’s really enjoyable and safe because their staff will assist you.

• Swimming Pool and Covered Basketball Court

If you’re going to ask me, this place is also one of the best places to bond with your family and friends because here in their Swimming Pool, it has colorful fountains, waterfalls, and infinity edges. I can say that it is refreshing to swim here.

I don’t usually play basketball but when I’m with my friends and family I always want to play with them. There was a time that we’re playing here and it’s raining, the good thing is the court is covered so we enjoyed playing without being soaked in the rain. It is fun because the floor is not slippery.

• Accommodation

After all the fun-filled activities, they have the best place to rest. Offering a clean room for family and friends, perfect for laying down because the beds are absolutely comfortable. This air-conditioned room will never disappoint you, it will serve a pleasant place to take a rest.

Now, we know the beauty of Mt. Makiling together with its foot, MMRC. Let’s now see how this place helps people especially the employees or workers who chose this place to take a break from the hectic and stressful world. I was able to interview two guests (workers) who chose MMRC as a place to rest and relax. I asked them how was their overall experience staying in MMRC.

Question: Why do you choose MMRC as a place to relax?

Jessie: Because I love nature, I love the ambiance, the serenity, peaceful surroundings perfect for rest and communing with God.

Christine: It’s a perfect place for family, for husband and wife to relax and unwind and for children to enjoy different activities like horseback riding, indoor games and swimming.

Question: What do you like the most in this place?

Jessie: What I like most in this place is the beauty of nature, the ambiance, the place is quiet and cool.

Christine: The ambience and their friendly staff.

Question: MMRC is the best for?

Jessie: MMRC is best for retreat, alone-time with God, and to unwind

Christine: Their accommodation

Question: How do you find relaxation/rest in this place?

Jessie: I find the place relaxing because aside from the fact that it is situated in the mountain, they have this nipa hut where you can just be silent and feel as if you are in the province with many trees and plants that surrounds you, and it is like a home away from home.

Christine: You can feel the nature by its trees, landscaping and air

Question: Do you recommend this place?

Jessie: Yes

Christine: Yes

It’s been my 4th time visiting MMRC, and for me, as a student, I love being here because I can rest and take a break from our loaded school works. And I know it goes the same with the guests that are taking break from work, who need a place to just release their tiredness and stress. The activities, ambiance, foods, and accommodation will not disappoint you! So if you want to try something new and fresh, MMRC is ready to satisfy your expectations.

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