I love spending my birthday with family, friends, relatives, or colleagues. It feels like a new year to experience more of what life has to offer. This year, I’m planning to celebrate not in the city, but in the beautiful island paradise of Medellin at Matahom Paradise Villas It’s a birthday to remember as I celebrated it with my officemates at the paradise island of Medellin.

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Matahom Paradise Villas in Brgy. Kawit in Medellin, Cebu, is the newest destination for beach lovers who want an exclusive stay with family and friends. Guests who have been to the place said they felt like they were in Bali without needing to travel far and break the bank.

Matahom is a Cebuano term for ‘beautiful.’ True to its name, this place doesn’t fall short of the finest and grandest experiences you can have for a beach staycation. Everyone can pamper themselves all day by dipping into their cold swimming pool. While soaking in the pool, you will be treated to a wide expanse of a panoramic sea view and the horizon.

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Once you book the place, you can be certain that the entire space is all yours, giving you a private spot for an intimate get-together with your friends or your family. Their front villa will let you wake up to the scenic view of their infinity pool and the beach. They also have standard rooms complete with free breakfast.

Matahom-paradise-villa-iamkimcharlie-05IMG_4384Don’t worry about your gastronomic cravings since this place serves delicious meals. Thanks to Matahom Paradise Villas, you get to feel the ambiance of paradise and the taste of delectable dishes. I also ordered a boodle fight for everyone to enjoy. You can even request to have your name formed in the rice—how special and fully loaded is that for lunch?

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The sweetest thing and most memorable part of my birthday was when my Boss Meleen and my officemates surprised me with a song and a cake. It’s always a bit bittersweet since every birthday I usually celebrate with my parents. I hope they are happy for me and proud while I’m here keeping everything up and running!

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To end the night, we also requested a bonfire, and we enjoyed talking while playing the guitar. It was a cozy, chill way to celebrate with colleagues, and I’ll definitely be glad to return for another relaxing day.

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Here’s to many more birthdays to come and more adventures to share. Cheers to living life fully and celebrating every moment!