Saturday, June 21, 2014

Mall Rat Adventure Episode 02: Nuvali



From SM Mall of Asia of episode one, I traveled farther down south for a mall that I usually hear good reviews from my friends. It was like when I started blogging, they always say that should go to this place and have it covered in my blog. And without further a do, I'm presenting the next mall for my adventure, Nuvali of Sta Rosa, Laguna, :)




Located at Sta Rosa, Laguna (now I'm being a fan of the CALABARZON division). Nuvali showcases a mall that is scattered all around the area and good thing in between are the green fields.


Based from stories and observations, it is best to go to this place if you have your own car (which inspires me to have my own). As I walk around the area, I've seen a good array of vehicles such as this one (more of vehicle encounters later)



I was not able to determine the exact store/mall hours in Nuvali but here's what I got as I did "walk in the park".


I arrived in the place on a sunny yet breezy sunday morning and I've noticed that bicycle enthusiasts and runners are all over the place and there is no wonder why, it's such a bliss to walk, run or ride a bike in such a beautiful place like Nuvali.


Another good thing I've noticed with the place is the ferry ride which will give you a tour through the river like waters of the area. I was unable to experience it since I don't have my zoom lens handy with me during that time. but looking at the faces of my subject, it's a definite must try.



As I walked around the place, nature-related attractions were found such as beautiful fountains like this..


And guess what, there is an area where you can feed these little creatures. Just make sure that you'll be feeding them with their official feeds which can be purchased at the feeding stations.



More shots from the place's grounds, :)







During my stay in Nuvali, I've felt this fusion of technology and nature and it appears that this mini statue solidifies it, :)




Just like the first mall rat adventure episode, I visited the Starbucks here at Nuvali and here's for the day's breakfast menu: dark mocha with french toast and strawberry waffle (the mocha frappe is not mine, :))


As I ended breakfast, I immediately went back to shooting more images and I can say that it was not hard to look for colorful subjects in this place.


This shot was taken at Georgia Club Candy Land which was currently closed during my time of visit. Despite being closed during the moment, I took time to capture its very colorful  domain, :)


On my way home, some few rides that caught my attention, credits to their respective owners :)



So for you folks who want to get away from the pressures of the Metro, I can say that Nuvali is a go to place for that quick weekend getaway.

And that's it everyone, again I'm heading back to the northern lands with a great experience and images too.. Till the next episode, :)


P.S: I saw this place on my way home, looks like I'll be covering this soon too.. :)