Detour at Nuvali Park, Sta Rosa
On a sunny Saturday afternoon I’ve brought the family to
Nuvali Park at Sta. Rosa, Laguna after checking in our guest at Casita del Rose
Tagaytay. The day started pretty
early.
First agenda was lunch at Mahogany Market—the best place for that Tagaytay Bulalo experience. An order of Bulalo is about P350 and is good for 4-5 persons. They're priced the same on all eateries, so sit anywhere you fancy. We always go to Kristal's stall. Try their Sizzling Sisig--yummy! Surprisingly, the kids loved the fried Tawilis. They're small fishes caught from Taal Lake, sun-dried and fried. Unlike tuyo, tawilis are smaller and aren't salty.
First agenda was lunch at Mahogany Market—the best place for that Tagaytay Bulalo experience. An order of Bulalo is about P350 and is good for 4-5 persons. They're priced the same on all eateries, so sit anywhere you fancy. We always go to Kristal's stall. Try their Sizzling Sisig--yummy! Surprisingly, the kids loved the fried Tawilis. They're small fishes caught from Taal Lake, sun-dried and fried. Unlike tuyo, tawilis are smaller and aren't salty.
Then, straight to Casita del Rose for re-stock and to check
in a guest. It was jam-packed. Plenty of guests staying since it’s a weekend
and temperature is starting to rise.
After the check-in, we drive straight for Nuvali Park in Sta. Rosa,
Laguna.
Nuvali is a mix-community developed by Ayala, that boast as
the country’s first and largest eco-city development. There are shops and leisure activities to be
had, that doesn’t bust your wallet.
We let the kids feed the hundreds of Koi all clamoring to
get a morsel. I never saw these many Koi
in my life. Fish feeds are available at
the booth near the boardwalk for P20 a pack.
We also did the boat tour or Water Taxi as they are called;
because why not? It’s P40 per pax and
lasted for less than 5minutes, but totally enjoyable for the kids. The boat laps around the lake, which serves
as a catchment for storm water run-off and a reservoir.
We’re hoping to do biking but sadly, it’s on the other end
of the lake and it’s late. Maybe next
time.
Nuvali is fairly easy to reach. From Tagaytay, take the Tagaytay-Sta. Rosa
road. It’s a straight path to
Nuvali. You know you’re in Sta. Rosa
when you see the big S&R warehouse mall.
Turn right on the intersection and the park and lake will be on your
left.
If you’re coming from the metro, take the SLEX and exit at
Sta Rosa. Make a right turn to head to
Nuvali. It’s just a few meters after
Paseo de Sta. Rosa.
There are plenty of parking spots and they are free. There’s also no entrance fee going to the
boardwalk area. The booth for the fish
feed and Water Taxi is in front of Starbucks.
I would suggest buying a ticket for the Water Taxi as soon as you
arrive, since there’s a line especially on weekends. You’ll be given a number and will be called
once it’s your parties turn to ride.
Feed the fish while waiting. It’s
relaxing.
Add
Mahogany Market and Nuvali to your Tagaytay weekend trip. For more activities in Nuvali,
check out these blogs.
Photo courtesy of Nuvali
