For many, Christmas is the only time long-time barkadas and friends can set aside conflicting school schedules and distance boundaries to come together and celebrate. With such a rare gathering, it’s no surprise why so many people are opting for more creative ways to bond. We know the struggle of browsing through hours-worth of blogs and websites just to discover new spaces, so to make this Christmas as hassle-free as possible, we’ve whipped a list of our personal suggestions, together with a couple of cute products to don for all those Insta-worthy shots!
There’s no doubt that being a student means living on a budget, but that doesn’t mean you and your pals can’t all pitch in for a once-a-year splurge. This holiday season, spoil yourselves with a fine dining French Mediterranean experience in the heart of Quezon City.
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Whip out your favorite floral fits, because this vacation, Christmas is all about celebrating the friendships that have blossomed into family. Classic comfort food and beautiful décor in San Juan? Yes please.
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Gather your best friends and escape the constrictions of expectation and structure with a night of surrealism and funk in this kooky and colorful café. A physical representation of the phrase “color outside the lines,” this restaurant abandons everything boring and serious with its mismatched décor and creative setup.
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For an edgier Christmas experience, wind things down with your squad in this neon speakeasy. Nestled in La Fuerza Plaza, a night out in this hidden bar will ensure only the best new memories with your favorite familiar faces.
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Going out with your crew doesn’t always mean breaking the bank. Sometimes, the best way to bond with those you love is in the comforts of affordable food and good entertainment. This drive-in cinema themed food park is perfect for those who just want to snuggle up in front of a screen and indulge in all their guilty pleasures.
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Frances Beltran is a fashion and lifestyle blogger at alphabelles.com, who specializes in styling unconventional and affordable outfits. If she’s not meddling with her glue gun for some crafty DIY, then she’s probably trying to create the perfect flatlay for her Instagram.