Manila Polo Club – Experiencing The Thrill of Polo!

Combining the skills of horse riding with the excitement of competitive team sports, polo is a fascinating activity to both take part in and observe. Those visiting the Philippine capital and wanting to catch some of this action can head to the Manila Polo Club. The club can be found in Makati and those in search of a well placed Manila hotel from which to head to such attractions can consider The Heritage Hotel Manila. This hotel in Manila is ideally located within easy reach of Makati’s business district as well.

Polo is very much a part of the country’s heritage and the Manila Polo Club is the perfect place to experience the traditions of this sport. Competitive games are held at the 6-hectare Enrique Zobel Field and can be witnessed during the Polo season which runs from January till the latter part of March. Also of interest is the Annual Horse Show that takes place in April / May. There are stable facilities and riding lessons at the Manila Polo Club which also offers a wide range of other facilities including badminton courts, an archery range, squash courts, tennis courts and even a golf driving range.

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Club Intramuros Golf Course – Tee off in style!

Manila is a splendid city nestled in the Philippine islands, and it is the commercial, cultural and capital hub of the country, boasting a fine range of dining and entertainment for the long or short stay traveller. Visitors to the city, either on business or pleasure, would be spoiled for choice at an excellent hotel in Manila designed to pamper and please their guests. A particularly quality Manila hotel is The Heritage Hotel Manila, whose unique interiors and stylish amenities will make a Manila stay a magical experience. Between business meeting and sightseeing excursions, tee off at some of the fine local golf courses available in the city. The Club Intramuros golf course is a quirky little course that can be completed in two hours, so it is perfect for business visitors in town for a short stay or leisure visitors looking for a fun couple of hours to spend. A short 66-par, 18-hole public course, it is situated within scenic surroundings around the old Spanish-walled Intramuros City that was built in the 16th century. The course offers night golf every day except on Sundays, and the last tee off is 3pm on Sunday. Golfers will be treated to challenges at the course despite its small size, as every hole includes water hazards, out-of-bounds, or both. The club features a pro-shop and equipment rental, so either add to your current collection or rent what you need for a quick game. There are also men’s and ladies changing rooms. Business professionals will appreciate the other onsite amenities such as the executive board rooms and function rooms, restaurant and Piano Bar, where leisure visitors can also enjoy a bite after a game. Or, take in the splendid natural surroundings at the Roof Deck and enjoy the vibrant sunset with friends or colleagues. Whatever your golfing needs, the Club Intramuros Golf Club serves up an excellent game!

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Army Golf Course; a day in the greens

The Heritage Hotel Manila is a hotel in Manila which offers five star deluxe accommodation facilities to all its clients. This Manila Hotel is one of the most famous hotels among tourist. For golf lovers the Philippine Army Golf Course is one of the best spots to start the vacation.

Previously known as Kagitingan Golf Course this golf facility has a 9-hole, par-33 layout. With the lush greenery spreading far and the beautiful water crossings make this place likable to all the non glof lovers as well. Even though it is the Army Golf Course normal people who would like to have a game is also mostly welcomed.