River Rafting at Cagayan de Oro

River rafting at Cagayan de Oro City, FUN!

Kids getting excited! We took the Advance Package which cost us Php 1000 each and Php 500 fee for the whole group for the pictures. At first, I felt that Php 500 was a bit expensive for the pictures but after I have seen the CD, it was all worth it. You can really see in these kids faces' all smiles. They are too excited for the fun and adventure ahead of them. 

As far as I have remembered, I think the Advance package for the river rafting has 21 rapids and it lasted for 4-5 hours. It was a good idea for us to bring lunch with during the fun and ate in the middle of our adventure while taking breaks.

That's me on the rock!... 

If you go to Cagayan de Oro City, don't forget to try and experience river rafting. You can contact CDO Bugsay and book your adventure.

CDO Bugsay River Rafting
0917-3-BUGSAY

Pick up is at 7:30AM near Dunkin Dougnuts divisoria. You will be fetched by a jeepney with blue boats on top of it. Same jeepney you will be on riding going to the mountains. It's good to wear leggings and warmer to avoid sunburn. Sunblock didn't work! :D

Thanks to Jhong the photographer and to our river guide, which I forgot the name.

High Five! BUGSAY!

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Diary Entry #33: My Christmas Cupcakes

TADAAAA!!! My first attempt to decorate my first Christmas cupcakes. I'm so loving it.. Not bad eh!? Heheheh

I joined a baking class last Saturday and we baked Chocolate and Carrot cupcakes. Chef JP from Monster Kitchen was really fun during our class and have learned a lot from him.

Chocolate Cupcakes

Chocolate Cupcakes

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Little Emily Online Shop Review

I have not shopped here recently but I just wanted to share my thoughts about it.

I have been a customer of Little Emily Shop even during the multiply.com existence. But after it shutdown, I was glad that they put up their own domain to cater their customers from multiply. You can check their online shop here Little Emily Shop.

What I like about this shop is that they offer wholesale price, which means you can get it cheaper compared to the retail prices but of course with a minimum number of orders required. I was a hoarder back then, and online shopping is the best way to satisfy my thirst as it is the most accessible way for me.

They sell all kinds of products, from memo pads to stickers to accessories to dress. Most of the items are really cute too. The site is easy to navigate and really simple. They also accept re-sellers.

On top of that, the thing that you will love most about the shop is the affordable prices they offer. You can save more if you buy from them especially those Asian dresses sold on wholesaler sites from China. Though it is not as affordable compared to what you see on those sites but you get to save the expensive shipping fee and Customs Tax. I can still remember, some sellers you can find on Facebook display almost similar items which are very pricey, for a maxi dress you are billed 700-900. Such a pain in my wallet.

If you are from Philippines, and planned to shop on one of those wholesaler websites from China or Hong Kong, might as well buy it from Little Emily Shop, you will get the same quality of goods and be saved from Customs Tax. It's more convenient and fast plus you can save with the shipping fee. They use Xend Express so if you are from provincial areas like me, most likely your order will arrive 2 days after it is shipped.

These shoeboxes are from Little Emily Shop, I bought it few months back. It's 30+ something each box compared 50+ each box when you buy it from retails or somewhere else.

Sadly, their website does not accept credit card payments but I hope they will add it in the future. However if you have linked your card to your PayPal account, then just pay through PayPal, it will be deducted to your card if your PayPal is not funded.

But overall, I always love shopping with Little Emily.
 
Update 2.25.15

So I thought this deserves an update. Right now, I think this shop has been focusing on selling  ladies wears. I am still shopping with them from time to time. As usual, order and and payment processing is fast, but since they deliver their orders through Xend, it takes 4-5 days before I can get the item. It still annoys me though why it is taking that long, I would be very lucky if I receive the orders after 3 days.

Customer support is fast, if you need something to be change in your order, you will receive a reply from them within the except Holidays and Sundays.

The items are non branded so you can't expect a high end quality of their item, some are good and some are not. Some of their dresses are very nice though. Sizes are mostly based on Asian women so if you are petite like me, it will be a very good fit. 

 

 

Those are some of my favorites from them. :)

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Unboxing Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 (SM-T210)

So I recently bought a Samsung Tab 3 since my cell phone is starting to show signs of old age. I can't even install candy crush on it!

I bought my tab at SM Cebu Appliance for P 8991.00 instead of P 9990.00. It was 5% off and an additional 500 pesos for cash/straight credit card payments. I was already eyeing on this one online but when I saw that on SM with a discounted price, I immediately bought it.

The Samsung Tab 3 I have has a wifi only connection. It's not a problem for me since I can tether my cell phone connection if I am out for a trip and our house is also a wifi hotspot. The Samsung Tab 3 with 3G connection was at P14000.00 I think, but I'm not sure as I did not bother to take a look at it.

I have the marble white color with 8GB memory. The package includes a USB cord, travel adapter, and a manual. I did not regret getting this one! The tab can play games without problems. Screen resolution is also good. Though the back camera is bit turn off since it has only 3MP but it can capture decent photos for online sharing. Battery life is not that good, I have to charge it every day. I also have to turn it off when charging as the unit heats up if turned on when charging.

The screen is also wide enough to do basic tasks like watching movies and photos, browsing the web, games or editing documents. The size feels good with my petite hands, however I have to use both hands when typing/chatting. It's very handy too as I don't need to use larger bags if I take it outside.

Aside from gaming, it also perfect document editing. Polaris Office can do the magic as it can also edit Microsoft Office documents. That means I can easily edit my sheets easily even without my netbook. You can also hide apps that you think is not useful for you.

Overall, I love my Samsung Tab 3. It's was worth it buying this tab.

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K-Drama Review: Shark

Category: Entertainment

Genre: Korean Drama

It’s the comeback drama for KNG that is why I have to watch it. Aside from that Son Ye Jin was part of it so this must be a very good drama. But, eeeeennnk. Just an average though.

image credits to hancinema

Shark is a melodrama about revenge and love. While watching it, it’s like watching the Bad Guy or a continuation of Bad Guy. Though the actors were great and the acting was effective too but it’s too sad. I hope KNG would participate on a light-hearted drama and not those bad guy roles always.

I also find it pathetic for Son Ye Jin's character to be very inconsiderate to his husbands’ feelings. He was there during bad times, love her for who she was and supports her whatever she does, but still she keeps on thinking about his first love. She even cancelled the honeymoon. What the heck!

But well, I still enjoyed it a bit. It was good but not very good. I’m still a fan of KNG and SYJ.

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Hof Gorei Resort, Samal

Category: Travel
Destination: Samal Island, Davao

It was my birthday treat for my BF's birthday. Thanks to Cebu Pacific's piso fares for making it happen. I booked 2 tickets to Davao for his birthday and stayed in Samal Island for 2 nights.

After doing a research whole night on where to stay in Samal, we finally decided to stay in Hof Gorei. We booked the Romantic Getaway Package which is P3500 each. Bookings were very easy and the customer service who attended to our queries via email was prompt and accommodating.

We arrived at Davao Airport at 8:00 AM so we ate our breakfast first while waiting for the time to pass since the boat transfer from Davao to Samal will arrive at 10:00 AM. From the Airport, we rode a taxi going Sta. Ana wharf. Mind you, the wharf has no place for waiting passengers. If you go there earlier than your scheduled time, you may need to deal with the heat of the sun plus the dusty atmosphere coming from trucks loading and unloading products. Not to include the persistent pearl sellers.

So finally our boat has arrived. The trip going to the resort took almost an hour. So better bring with you some foods to eat while on board. At the resort wharf, we are greeted with our personal butler with our drinks and our cool towels. That was nice! After sightseeing for a while, I noticed how clear the sea is. You can see the ocean life clearly.

Our villa was a few meters from the beach. I really like the atmosphere there. The place is perfect for couples who want to spend time relaxing with themselves. The place is free from any noise of the city life. Beach with white sand is so adorable, you can set your breakfast, lunch or dinner there if you want for a romantic feel. Rooms are quite spacious, with a separate toilet and bath and a private veranda. And foods are so delicious. It's worth to mention specially their Tinolang Manok, my favorite among the foods we have ordered.

The downside on this resort however is the internet. I really had a problem connecting to the internet as a result, I was not able to work most of projects while there. Internet connection is only available on the wharf area that is about 100 meters away from the resort. The connection too is not stable.

Also, if you are staying here, the price is 3 times higher than the regular price but don't worry, they accept major credit cards so you don't have to worry if you have no cash with you. Also, no grocery stores or ATMs nearby.

Island hopping was included in our package. It was a whole day activity. We were lucky we are only 2 groups to have Island Hopping that day and the other couple was also cool. The whole day activity felt more romantic and exclusive because there are only few people on board. Less noise and possible annoying individuals. :) The only thing I was disappointed with during that day was food. I didn't know I have to pay for it and was charged almost P1000 for that. If I would have known that, I should have ate more or ordered the ones that I love to eat on the beach.

But overall, my Hof Gorei stay was memorable and worth every penny I have paid for. Thanks to Micoy our personal butler who attended to our needs during our stay.

Samal Island, Snorkeling

Crystal Blue Water

Hof Gorei Beach Front

It was fun to be there!

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Fashion71.net Review

Category: Internet Shopping

I have always been curious how to order dresses from China. Even before I was planning to start a RTW online shop, I have already bumped into several whole sale websites I can find online. But I get hesitant to buy since it’s from China and we all know that purchasing from abroad will some Customs Tax when delivered that is why I backed out.

Just now I’ve got some penny to spare, I tried ordering to one of the many websites I have bumped into. Fashion71.net also sells items from China and claimed to be at a wholesale price. But then I think their price is a bit higher compared to one of the sites I have found but I’m not gonna mention. What makes me order from this is their lower charge for shipping, which is I am more concerned with.

I first search for reliable reviews online about this site and found one which I forgot the link. She ordered and got it delivered after a week. Then I tried to make my own order for a couple of dresses and use DPEX as my courier. The dresses were of good quality, it’s the same one we see on malls too. The local courier who delivered was LBC, I think they are tied-up with DPEX or Toll Express, whatever it is.

And what is the thing I was most happy about? There was no Customs Tax! I guess I’ll be shopping again at Fashion71.net.

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Diary Entry # 32: Surprise!

As they say, killer cramps are not normal.

Normally during my period, I don’t feel anything except that I am tired. Unlike my girl friends, I don’t experience any pain or cramps or any uncomfortable issues during my 3-day monthly period. Early this year, I have noticed pain during my period especially during bowel movements. I have a higher tolerance with pain, but this one is different. It felt like something is stuck and my BM is forcing its way out. I just ignored it at first thinking it was nothing. As months passes by, it continues to occur every period.

It was really painful that whatever it is I am doing forces me stop. It usually occurs on my first and second day of my period during my bowel movement. While sitting my throne in the toilet and let the bowel flow, I sometime clench my hands on the walls feeling the pain while those shits' coming out. The pain sometimes makes me cry while on the toilet.

So I finally decided to visit my Gyne and have my pelvic checked.  Everything else is normal, no mass or any enlargements found except that I have a retroverted uterus. She mentioned endometriosis. Then I started to get worried. After explaining a bit about the condition, what makes me worried more is when she advised to get pregnant sooner as there will be a possibility of infertility if pregnancy is delayed.

I am 27, and have a boyfriend who love kids a lot. We have plans already, when, marriage, kids. When I told him about it, we we’re both shocked as we are still not ready to have a kid on our own. Financially, we are not yet stable and still trying to enjoy our salary for ourselves-clothes, travels, gadgets and saving only a bit for the future. Mentally, our mind is not yet set for marriage. We have not expected this to happen and we are both stunned as if everything will have to be fast forward.

Life is full of surprises they say. Whatever will come on our lives, I hope it’s the better part.

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Ssaera's Hong Kong - Macau 2013

Category: Travel Destination

Location: Hong Kong and Macau

My first time travelling abroad and Hong Kong was the destination. Thanks to Cebu Pacific for the Piso Fare last year. Our tour guide is my brother who is a second timer tourist in Hong Kong. I have enjoyed our trip to Hong Kong, I don’t know with my aunts and other 2 travelers who joined us. But me, I had a blast.

Here’s our itinerary for our trip:

Ssaera's Hong Kong - Macau 2013

Day 1

03:00 AM – Arrived at NAIA Terminal 3 for our flight with 5J

07:55 AM – Boarding

10:00 AM – Arrival at HK Airport

11:00 AM – Immigration for our Visa, Arrival area shortly after where my brother was waiting

12:00 PM – We checked in at our guest house located at Chungking Mansion

12:55 PM – Lunch at the mall next to Chungking Mansion, I can’t read the name of the store.

01:42 PM – We took our MTR ride going to Moongkok

04:30 PM – Head back to Tsim Sha Tsui, going to Avenue of the Stars

05:12 PM – We head back to Chungking and took our dinner.

07:00 PM – Aunts was shopping at Tsim Sha Tsui for Hong Kong T-shirts till 9:00 PM

Day 2

08:00 AM – We started our day and took our breakfast at Mcdo

09:30 AM – Going to Ngong Ping 360

10:30 AM – Queued and had our cable car after an hour. The cable car going to the village took 45 minutes. We spent 2:30 hours walking around the village of the Big   Buddha.

01:45 PM – Headed back Citygate Outlets mall and had our lunch at Food Republic. 

03:00 PM – Back to Chungking Mansion

04:00 PM – Going to Ocean Park, which took us almost 2 hours since my Aunt wants to experience riding the two-storey bus. Then we got lost and took taxi later. J

06:00 PM – Arrived at Ocean Park, where most of the people are heading to the exits and the ticket booths are closed. We were still able to buy our tickets but have to pay the price for the whole day pass.

8:30 PM – Took the train going back to Tsim Sha Tsui and had our lunch at Genki Sushi. But my Aunts went to McDo again.

09:30 PM – After our dinner, since the streets is still busy, we went window shopping on the nearby boutiques and mall.

Day 3

08:00 AM – We are heading to Shun Tak Centre where Hong Kong–Macau Ferry Terminal is.

09:00 AM – Bought our Tickets. We took the 10:00AM trip and had our breakfast at KFC while waiting.

09:45 AM – Boarding TurboJet Ferry

11:00 AM – We arrived at the Macau Ferry Terminal and waited for a while for our tourist guide.

12:00 PM – We had our lunch at Galaxy Hotel and had a tour for while at the.

01:45 PM – Next is to Venetian Resort-Hotel and casino for a while.

03:45 PM – Headed to City of Dream. I’m not what we we’re there for. I think it’s for the mermaid? :D

04:24 PM – To Macau Tower Convention & Entertainment Centre. Bungee jumping was too expensive though I wanted to try.

05:50 PM – Going to Senado Square and for the Libre Tikim Street.

06:40 PM – Glanced at St Paul’s Cathedral Ruins.

07:00 PM – Hiking around Macau Streets going to Wynn Hotel for the Dancing Fountain.

----- Where is dinner? ------

07:30 PM – Continued walking going to Star World Casino and played slot machines for a while.

09:00 PM – Head back to Galaxy Hotel going to terminal.

10:10 PM – We arrived at Taipa Temporary Ferry Terminal where Cotai Jet is for trip back to HK.

11:00 PM – Boarding Cotai Jet going back to HK

12:00 AM – Took Taxi going back to Tsim Sha Tsui.

Day 4

Since not all of us are on the same flight. My bro and the other girls are on the first flight while I and aunts is on the evening. After leaving the guest house, we took the train going to Citygate Outlets Mall and stayed there until 3 PM.

05:00 PM – Checked-in for our HK-MNL flight

06:30 PM – Boarding 5J

09:00 PM – Back to NAIA T3

Well, this is our Hong Kong Macau Itinerary July 2013. I’ll be posting my detailed experience on some of our destinations. J

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