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If you want more than just poker, though, you will not run out of things to do in Manila. Home to some of the friendliest people in Asia, there are plenty of attractions for the everyday visitor. When you are not playing poker, you can go and visit the various tourist and historical attractions around the city. From colonial era churches and buildings to the famous Luneta Park, there are a lot of places to go. You have a handful of choices like San Agustin Church Museum in Intramuros, Museo Pambata in Rizal Park where the children will definitely enjoy learning and the National Museum of the Filipino People also in Rizal Park.

The city also has plenty of places to shop for anything and everything under the sun. For a hassle-free shopping experience, you can visit the interconnected shopping malls in Makati like Glorietta and Greenbelt which are only a matter of steps from the tournament venue. You can also find diversified supermarkets like Rustan’s and SM Hypermarket where you can buy anything that you need. For a full day of shopping, you can head over to the SM Mall of Asia, the third largest shopping mall in the world. Here you will find a wide variety of stores and resturants as well as the astounding I-Max 3D Theater. Whether you are looking for fashion, art, or the latest mobile phones, Manila’s bustling shopping centers are sure to keep you occupied.

If golf is what your heart clamors for, you can have a good time playing at golf clubs like Club Intramuros Golf Course, Villamor Golf Club and Wack Wack Golf and Country Club.

In the evening, you can enjoy dining at all the different restaurants all around town. No matter what kind of cuisine you are looking for, Manila will probably have it. From Chinese and Mediterranean to Indian and local Filipino food, there’s something for everybody.