Целебный Целандин от DMCI Homes: Райская Жизнь Уже Ждёт Вас!
Okay, buckle up, because we're diving headfirst into the Целебный Целандин от DMCI Homes: Райская Жизнь Уже Ждёт Вас! review, and it’s going to be… well, not boring. Let's get real, yeah? This isn't some perfectly manufactured marketing spiel; it's me, your slightly-too-opinionated friend, spilling the tea (or, you know, the вода, since we're in Russia).
Oh, Целебный Целандин! Let's talk. Целе́бный – healing, Целандин – and then the DMCI Homes part… it sounds like a promise, doesn't it? A promise of… paradise? Let's see if they delivered.
(Disclaimer: My Russian is… working progress. I'm leaning on translation for some of the finer points, so bear with me! And I don't like formal reviews, but because the website/service requires it, here is my take. )
Accessibility – Проходность: Not a dealbreaker, but important. Okay, first things first. For people with mobility issues (и прочие сопутствующие проблемы!), this is a crucial first question. If you need wheelchair accessibility, I haven't seen anything specific here. It's something to confirm BEFORE booking. Like, seriously confirm. I'm gonna guess it's probably okay but check. That's my practical side yelling. Elevator? Check. (Вроде бы? If the text doesn't highlight it, then I can only assume the building has one. Otherwise you can assume a whole building that's hard to get in without needing to use stairs, so you do the math.)
Internet Access – Явно, интернет! (Wi-Fi… and more!):
- Free Wi-Fi in All Rooms! -- THANK GOD. No more begging for the password or lurking near the lobby! They say it's in the rooms, and the world needs it.
- Internet [LAN]: -- Alright, for the geeks! Also, helpful for work stuff.
- Internet Services: -- Well, duh. But "services" can be anything.
- Wi-Fi in Public Areas: -- Good. More Wi-Fi, more options! More ways to check your Instagram.
Why it's important: Today, if you can't check your phone in a hotel, then you want to go back home. So, this is the most important part.
Things to Do/Ways to Relax – Расслабуха и развлечения:
- Body scrub, Body wrap: -- Okay, that sounds fancy. I might be tempted.
- Fitness center, Gym/fitness: -- For the gym rats. Not my scene, but hey, good to have! You never know.
- Foot bath: -- Ooh, that sounds divine! After a long flight, even more so.
- Massage: -- YES. Absolutely yes. If they have a good masseuse, I'm sold.
- Pool with view, Swimming pool, Swimming pool [outdoor]: -- Listen, pool with a view? That's the key. I'm talking Instagram-worthy views.
- Sauna, Spa, Spa/sauna, Steamroom: -- For the serious detoxers.
- Cleanliness and Safety – Чистота и безопасность:
- Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection in common areas, Hand sanitizer, Hygiene certification, Individually-wrapped food options, Physical distancing of at least 1 meter, Professional-grade sanitizing services, Room sanitization opt-out available, Rooms sanitized between stays, Sanitized kitchen and tableware items, Staff trained in safety protocol, Sterilizing equipment -- This is the new normal, isn't it? And it's necessary. All of these measures are in place, so you can enjoy your stay without worrying.
- Safe dining setup: -- Very important for me. I don't want to worry!
- Shared stationery removed: -- That's smart.
- I like this a lot.
- Breakfast in room -- Okay!
- Breakfast takeaway service: -- Even better if you're in a hurry or just want to eat in your room.
- Cashless payment service: -- Excellent.
- Doctor/nurse on call, First aid kit: -- Safety first. Always nice to have, you know, just in case.
- Hot water linen and laundry washing: -- Good.
- Room sanitization opt-out available: -- Makes sense.
- Rooms sanitized between stays: -- More security is better.
- Shared stationery removed: -- That's a good move in this current world.
- Staff trained in safety protocol: -- Good to know.
- Sterilizing equipment: -- Good.
- I like this a lot.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking – Еда, питье и закуски:
- A la carte in restaurant, Alternative meal arrangement, Asian breakfast, Asian cuisine in restaurant, Bar, Bottle of water, Breakfast [buffet], Breakfast service, Buffet in restaurant, Coffee/tea in restaurant, Coffee shop, Desserts in restaurant, Happy hour, International cuisine in restaurant, Poolside bar, Restaurants, Room service [24-hour], Salad in restaurant, Snack bar, Soup in restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant, Western breakfast, Western cuisine in restaurant -- Woah! That's a lot of options. I'm in heaven. Buffet? Happy hour? Pizza on the poolside? I am so there. Plus, a vegetarian restaurant? Score! What's not to love?
- Room service [24-hour]: -- Yes! Especially if you get the midnight munchies.
Services and Conveniences – Удобства и услуги:
- Air conditioning in public area, Audio-visual equipment for special events, Business facilities, Cash withdrawal, Concierge, Contactless check-in/out, Convenience store, Currency exchange, Daily housekeeping, Doorman, Dry cleaning, Elevator, Essential condiments, Facilities for disabled guests, Food delivery, Gift/souvenir shop, Indoor venue for special events, Invoice provided, Ironing service, Laundry service, Luggage storage, Meeting/banquet facilities, Meetings, Meeting stationery, On-site event hosting, Outdoor venue for special events, Projector/LED display, Safety deposit boxes, Seminars, Shrine, Smoking area, Terrace, Wi-Fi for special events, Xerox/fax in business center -- Okay, the details about everything. A lot of things. I'd have to give it a look. Contactless check-in and out? Saves the hassle! Conveniences like a convenience store and currency exchange are good. Excellent.
For the Kids – Для детей:
- Babysitting service, Family/child friendly, Kids facilities, Kids meal -- If I was a family person, this is an excellent option.
Access – Доступ:
- CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Check-in/out [express], Check-in/out [private], Couple's room, Exterior corridor, Fire extinguisher, Front desk [24-hour], Hotel chain, Non-smoking rooms, Pets allowed unavailablePets allowed, Proposal spot, Room decorations, Safety/security feature, Security [24-hour], Smoke alarms, Soundproof rooms -- Good to know everything is available, and more.
Getting Around – Как добраться:
- Airport transfer, Bicycle parking, Car park [free of charge], Car park [on-site], Car power charging station, Taxi service, Valet parking -- Convenient, because you can get around.
Available in all rooms – Во всех номерах:
- Additional toilet, Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Bathrobes, Bathroom phone, Bathtub, Blackout curtains, Carpeting, Closet, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Daily housekeeping, Desk, Extra long bed, Free bottled water, Hair dryer, High floor, In-room safe box, Interconnecting room(s) available, Internet access – LAN, Internet access – wireless, Ironing facilities, Laptop workspace, Linens, Mini bar, Mirror, Non-smoking, On-demand movies, Private bathroom, Reading light, Refrigerator, Safety/security feature, Satellite/cable channels, Scale, Seating area, Separate shower/bathtub, Shower, Slippers, Smoke detector, Socket near the bed, Sofa, Soundproofing, Telephone, Toiletries, Towels, Umbrella, Visual alarm, Wake-up service, Wi-Fi [free], Window that opens. -- A lot! So, a lot of options. Everything is available. I love it.
My Experience… The Anecdote (Because I Have to tell you):
Well, I'm not actually in the Целебный Целандин yet, but I'm getting a feeling for it from the site's details. I'm already picturing myself lounging by that pool with a view! And maybe, just maybe, sneaking in a body wrap. I'm picturing myself in a very relaxed state. This stuff seems like it can be the perfect place to forget about my stress. It's like the place will be able
Невероятная Пенсиunea Neredy: Романтический Рай в Румынии!
Alright, let's do this. Поехали! (Let's go!) This isn't your sterile travel brochure crap. This is my chaotic, hopefully hilarious, experience at The Celandine. I'm going to try to capture the messy beauty of it all, vodka-fueled rambles included.
The Celandine: A Chaotic Chronicle of a Filipino Fiesta-Lover
Day 1: Arrival and the Art of Finding Your Keys (and Sanity)
- 14:00 (2 PM): Finally, after navigating Manila traffic – which, let's be honest, is a special kind of hell – I arrive. The Celandine! Looks… promising from the outside. Clean, modern, all that jazz. I'm tired, sweaty, and dreaming of a cold beer.
- 14:15 (2:15 PM): Finding the lobby! Turns out, the entrance isn't exactly where you'd think. Slight panic attack. Success! Breathe, Irina, breathe.
- 14:30 (2:30 PM): Check-in. Surprisingly smooth! (Miracles do happen). The receptionist is lovely, though her smile seems a little too practiced. Probably deals with a lot of cranky tourists. I get my keys and… oh sweet mother of pearl. The key card doesn't work. Back to the front desk. Another key. Nope. Third try's the charm? Fingers crossed.
- 15:00 (3 PM): Success! Into the apartment. Decent view, alright. But first things first: unpacking. And finding a place to put my ridiculous selection of hats. (Don't judge, it's a thing).
- 15:30 - 16:30 (3:30 PM - 4:30 PM): Exploration! The pool area looks AMAZING in the brochures. Reality: slightly smaller, but still… yes, I'm going to float in that! (Tomorrow. After a nap. And a celebratory beer.)
- 17:00 (5 PM): Dinner! I'm craving sinigang - that sour soup bursting with flavor. Found a local karenderia (small eatery) a few blocks away. Absolutely worth the walk (even in the heat!). The sinigang hits the spot, tears of joy are a potential side effect.
Day 2: A Day of Poolside Procrastination and Pinoy Pride
- 09:00 (9 AM): Woke up way too early. Jet lag, ugh. But hey, a beautiful sunrise! I make myself a cup of instant coffee (don't judge, it's convenient), and start my day's itinerary: swimming time.
- 10:00 (10 AM): The pool! Finally. It's actually… crowded. Like, borderline sardine-can-in-water situation. Hmm. I’m not exactly a people-person, but I’m not one to back down from new experiences!
- 10:30 - 12:00 (10:30 AM - 12 PM): Learned I absolutely need a new swimsuit. At least the sun is nice. Swimming, mostly, and people-watching—the best kind. Got a little too engrossed watching a family of 5 try to fit in a single pool chair. It was a ballet of elbows and giggles.
- 12:00 - 13:00 (12 PM - 1 PM): Lunch. Ordered food to my room for some privacy: Pork sinigang again. Don't judge!
- 14:00 (2 PM): I decide that because The Celandine is in Quezon city, I should go explore.
- 15:00 (3 PM): I get to the Quezon Memorial Circle. It was beautiful! What a way to get to know more of the city.
- 18:00 (6 PM): Came back to my unit after a tiring, but fun, day.
- 19:00 (7 PM): Time for some much-needed sleep.
Day 3: The Big Adventure: Manila and the Search for Joy!
- 08:00 (8 AM): Alarm blares. Ugh. Day trip to Manila! A friend suggested Intramuros, the Walled City. Sounds… promising. I chug some coffee.
- 09:30 (9:30 AM): Traffic! Seriously, Manila traffic is a beast. I swear, it's sentient, a living, breathing monster that feeds on impatience and hope. We inch forward.
- 10:30 (10:30 AM): FINALLY (almost) in Intramuros. The old city is a UNESCO World Heritage site! Cobblestone streets. Old Spanish architecture. It's… beautiful, in a slightly crumbling, wonderfully melancholic way.
- 11:00 - 13:00 (11 AM - 1 PM): The kalesas (horse-drawn carriages) are fun and touristy. And the sun is INTENSE. I buy a ridiculously large hat from a street vendor. Worth every peso! Explored Fort Santiago. Haunted?! Maybe…. Got lost. Took some photos, ate some street food (yummy!). The general feeling? Awe, a little bit of exhaustion, and a desire for air conditioning.
- 13:00 - 14:00 (1 PM - 2 PM): Lunch. I find a restaurant that serves actual Filipino food (not just tourist fare). Tried adobo again: amazing! Had a San Miguel (again!) to wash it down.
- 14:00 - 15:00 (2 PM - 3 PM): Walking around, I visit some old buildings. It feels like stepping back in time. The Spanish influence is very apparent, and I am fascinated by it.
- 15:00 - 16:00 (3 PM - 4 PM): Shopping! I buy way too many souvenirs.
- 16:00 - 17:30 (4 PM - 5:30 PM): Traffic. Again. This time, even worse. I start composing angry poems in my head about the Manila traffic gods.
- 18:30 (6:30 PM): Back at The Celandine. Exhausted. But strangely… happy. Manila can be crazy, but it's got a certain magic.
Day 4: Recovery and Reflection (and a Few Regrets)
- 09:00 (9 AM): Sore. Sunburnt. Slightly regretting those extra San Miguels last night. But… Worth it.
- 10:00 - 12:00 (10 AM - 12 PM): Pool! Quiet today, thankfully. Just me, the water, and the gentle sound of… well, whatever sounds the city makes. Contemplating the meaning of life. And whether I should eat instant noodles for lunch.
- 12:00 - 13:00 (12 PM - 1 PM): The noodles won. (Don't judge!) Also, a much-needed nap.
- 14:00 - 15:00 (2 PM - 3 PM): Trying to sort through photos. My phone is a disaster. So many selfies with random street dogs. (I have a problem).
- 15:00 - 16:00 (3 PM - 4 PM): Packing. Ugh. The worst part. How did I accumulate so much crap in four days? I’m going to need an extra suitcase.
- 16:00 - 17:00 (4 PM - 5 PM): Final walk around the complex. The Celandine, it turned out to be pretty good. Clean, nice pool, and the staff, once you get past the practiced smiles, actually seemed… nice.
- 17:00 (5 PM): One last (very small) San Miguel. For old time's sake.
- 18:00 (6 PM): Departure tomorrow… Sob.
Day 5: Adios, Philippines! (Until Next Time, Hopefully!)
- 06:00 (6 AM): Wake up. Too early.
- 07:00 (7 AM): Check-out. Smooth as silk!
- 08:00 (8 AM): Traffic (of course!).
- **0
Целебный Целандин от DMCI Homes: Райская Жизнь Уже Ждёт Вас! - Или Нет? Короче, Спрашивайте!
Чё там, реально райская жизнь-то? А то знаете, реклама...
Ну, слушайте, райская... это такое слово, понимаете? Я вот, помню, как в детстве представляла себе рай - сплошные облака, ангелы, конфеты и никакой мамы. А потом выросла... и оказалось, что конфеты - это вредно, облака часто серые, а с мамой вообще-то прикольно. Так вот, про "райскую жизнь" в Целебном Целандине - это как с конфетами. Красиво звучит, да. Но реально там, конечно, нюансы.
Например, бассейн. В рекламе - вообще космос, вода искрится, красотки в бикини плавают... Я вот, значит, приехала с мужем, вся такая предвкушающая. А там... ну, бассейн. Да, чистый. Да, большой. Но ветер дует! И вода холодная! И бабка одна, всю дорогу про свою малину рассказывает. В общем, "райский" - это, наверное, когда ты сам себе создаёшь настроение.
Но честно? Бассейн - это круто. Даже холодный. Даже с бабкой про малину. Гораздо лучше, чем в панельке, где ты как дикий зверь в ванной уединяешься. Так что, рай – он в мелочах. В том, что ты можешь выйти на балкон с чашкой кофе и просто подышать воздухом, а не выхлопными газами. Хотя, честно, иногда соседи шашлыки жарят… И тогда реально пахнет раем!
А что там с планировкой? Говорят, тесновато...
Ну, тесновато... Это, знаете, как с размером ноги. У кого-то 36, у кого-то 45. У нас вот, например, семья большая – я, муж, двое детей, кот и хомяк (да, это отдельная история). Квартира – двухкомнатная. И да, поначалу было ощущение, что все друг у друга на головах. Дети – в одной комнате, мы – в другой. Кот – везде (он хозяин). Хомяк – прячется.
Но зато! Выходишь на балкон (а они там, в принципе, неплохие) - и видишь этот прекрасный вид! И забываешь про тесноту. Или вот, например, у нас был случай, когда я решила печь пирог, а место на кухне катастрофически не хватало. И муж такой: "Ну, что ты мучаешься? Давай на балкон вынесем!" И мы там, вдвоем, как молодожены, пирог этот месили. В общем, если у вас семья небольшая – вообще красота. Если, как у нас, – найдёте выход. И, кстати, у них вроде есть квартиры и побольше, просто мы сначала проглядели…
Правда ли, что там все друг другу улыбаются? Или это просто красивая картинка?
Улыбаются... Да, в основном. Но это не значит, что все кругом прям как на конкурсе красоты. Там всякие люди живут. Кто-то весёлый, кто-то угрюмый, кто-то просто не выспался. Но вот что заметила – люди в Целебном Целандине какие-то… спокойнее. Может, потому что вокруг зелень, может, потому что подальше от городской суеты.
Помню, как-то раз у меня машина сломалась на парковке. И вот, представьте, я стою, вся в масле, реву белугой, а вокруг куча народу наблюдает. И что вы думаете? Никто не прошел мимо! Помогли, подсказали, вызвали эвакуатор. Хотя, честно сказать, один мужик, пока ждали, всю дорогу бубнил, что "ничего, скоро и у тебя все сломается". Но в целом – атмосфера доброжелательная. Ну, если, конечно, не считать вечно орущих детей в лифте… но это уже другая история.
А инфраструктура? Школы, магазины, поликлиники – всё под боком?
Вот тут, знаете, как в анекдоте про "с одной стороны... с другой стороны...". Магазины – есть. Не супермаркеты огромные, конечно, но продукты купить – без проблем. Школа… ну, школа есть, но хорошая или нет – это уже вопрос, который вам нужно самим изучать. Мы пока к этому не пришли.
С поликлиникой – вот тут сложнее. Врачей надо ждать, как в любой поликлинике. Но, опять же, лучше, чем в моей старой панельке было. Плюс, вроде как, сейчас что-то строят, расширяют… Так что, инфраструктура – в процессе развития, как и все в этой жизни. Главное – не паниковать. И иметь машину (или хорошую физическую форму). Хотя, что я тут рассказываю? До школы можно и пешком дойти, если, конечно, погода хорошая. А вот до больницы… лучше на машине, да.
Какие у Целебного Целандина недостатки, о которых в рекламе не расскажут?
О! Вот тут я вам расскажу! Во-первых, лифты. Они, конечно, есть. Но если вы живёте на 25 этаже, и лифт сломался… Потом, шумоизоляция… ну, скажем так, слышно всё. Включая кота, который ночью гоняет по квартире. Иногда слышно, как соседи ругаются (слава богу, не часто).
Во-вторых, парковка. С парковкой – беда. Мест вечно не хватает. Приходится крутиться, как уж на сковородке. А ещё… а ещё иногда бывают перебои с водой (но это, вроде, редкость). И, конечно, как везде, бывают недовольные соседи. Одна бабка, например, постоянно жалуется на шум от наших детей. А дети-то, между прочим, просто играют! В общем, недостатки есть. Но, как говорится, у каждой медали две стороны. И если вам повезёт, и вы найдёте общий язык с соседями, и приготовитесь к тому, что иногда лифт может не работать, то жить можно. Даже классно.
