Baguio

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 Cool | Creative | Retreat

Perched high in the Cordillera mountains, Baguio is a haven for reflection, creativity, and renewal. Its cool climate, pine-lined avenues, and artistic enclaves make it an inspiring setting for retreats, training camps, weddings, and festivals that thrive away from the city heat. Delegates often arrive via a scenic drive, greeted by crisp air and a slower rhythm.

The Manor at Camp John Hay leads the way with its timbered halls, expansive lawns, and mountain views. This iconic venue hosts art fairs, leadership conferences, and elegant weddings, often spilling into its outdoor spaces where lanterns glow and fog rolls in to create a fairytale ambience. Le Monet Hotel is another gem, offering intimate meeting rooms and a boutique atmosphere perfect for smaller creative workshops or family gatherings.

Event planners love weaving Baguio’s cultural offerings into schedules. A morning strategy session might be followed by a visit to BenCab Museum, where local artists’ works inspire delegates, and lunch is served overlooking forested valleys. In Tam-awan Village, guests can participate in weaving or painting, adding hands-on experiences to corporate retreats.

Wellness elements are easy to integrate—forest bathing in Eco Park, yoga sessions in Mount Costa Gardens, or guided meditation among pine trees. Evenings are often spent around bonfires, with acoustic music and freshly brewed mountain coffee. Local cuisine, featuring strawberry desserts and upland vegetables, enriches banquets, while artisanal markets offer souvenirs that tell stories of the highlands.

Baguio’s charm lies in its ability to slow time and encourage connection, making every gathering here feel restorative and deeply memorable.