Pardon my lack of consistency but, really, I have been very busy with work and Baby Yo I could not find time to update my posts. Not to mention we are also prepping for Baby Yo's baptism and all the DIY projects my sister wants to undertake.
Anyway, this will just be a quick quick post about the venues we've been to these past weeks.
Aquaboy Resort
This is a private resort located in Zabarte, Fairview. However, it has been opened to the public so there were a lot of guests when we did our ocular. There was nothing really special about the place. There was just a pool, a conference hall, and some rooms which we didn't bother checking anymore. What I liked though was the vast open grounds that would have been perfect for a picnic barbecue themed event.
Published rates were at P30,000 which practically allows you exclusive use of the resort. However, I felt like the place was not being maintained well. The area near the pool smelled strongly of chlorine. Or maybe this was due to the number of visitors they had that day. Plus, the location was really far.
Ninoy Aquino Parks & Wildlife
Since we want a picnic-themed wedding, a park seemed ideal. Now, this park is located in QC and could be accessed from North Avenue or Quezon Avenue. It is very near where we live and if the wedding could be held here, that would really be convenient for us.
So, I called to inquire about the rates and what venues were for rent. I was giddy with excitement when I learned that the Fishing Village could be rented for the whole day for only P1,700! Great deal, right? Even if it was just an open area which would mean having to rent industrial fans, costs will still be within our budget. I was already thinking of all the money we could save if we get a venue as affordable as this one. But of course, we had to see the place first.
When we went there, I immediately knew it wouldn't do. Open air, so heat and insects will be a major concern. Industrial fans won't do. Too much inconvenience. The concrete slats of the flooring were also not heels-friendly. We were also told that the park closes at 5pm. Party could last until 6pm only. Clearly, the cheap price tag was not enough for us to book the place.
On the way back to the car, we passed by Bulwagang Ninoy--three-floor structure with a roof deck and an area overlooking the man-made lake of the park. A potential venue, I thought. Unfortunately, it was not for rent.
