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boracay packages

2011-01-25T16:28:00.001+08:00

WOW PHILIPPINES

2011-01-25T16:27:00.002+08:00

http://www.boracay-packages.com/

Asya Boracay Premier Suites - Win a Free Boracay Package only from - WOW Philippines Travel Agency, Inc.

WOW Philippines Travel Agency, Inc. is one of the most respected and trusted names in Philippines Travel, arranging short trips and family vacations to any of the 7,107 Philippines Islands. We have been specializing in all inclusive packages since 2005 to top destinations like, Boracay, Palawan, Bohol, Cebu, Puerto Galera, Baguio, Tagaytay, and Manila as-well-as other island destinations.

WOW Philippines Travel Agency, Inc. is the 1st travel agency in the Philippines to offer FREE VACATION PACKAGES to BORACAY ISLAND, the number #1 Philippines Tourist Destination. Now everyone has a chance to WIN a FREE all expenses paid vacation to Boracay, and all you have to do is to enter the contest is to CREATE a BLOG and paste this info into it, that’s it, it’s just that easy.

Enter our Free Boracay Vacation Package Giveaway at – www.boracay-packages.com

3 Days / 2 Nights - Asya Boracay Premier Suites

Enjoy this luxury resort in Boracay located in station 3, and set just above Boracay beach, where you will enjoy beautiful Boracay sunsets. Asya Boracay Premier Suites is truly a RESORT, specializing in pampering their guest with beautiful rooms, delicious food, and excellent service from their professional staff.

Flights to Boracay - Manila to Kalibo Airport via Philippine Airlines

No true vacation package is complete without having the air-fare included. WOW Philippines Travel Agency, Inc. will be including ROUNDTRIP AIR-FARE from Manila to Kalibo and back to Manila. Once you arrive at the Kalibo airport you will be greeted by SOUTHWEST Travel & Tours, and transported to Boracay Island via a tour bus.

Boracay Island Transfers - Kalibo Airport to Boracay (roundtrip)

SOUTHWEST Travel & Tours is the OFFICIAL transport company of WOW Philippines Travel Agency, Inc. SouthWest Travel & Tours has been in business for over 15 years, and is considered one of the safest carriers in the Philippines.

Daily Breakfast – Buffet Style

The winners to this Free Boracay Package will also have included a daily breakfast, served buffet style at the PALAY RESTAURANT, located at the beachfront of Asya Boracay Premier Suites.

Boracay Activities - Island Hopping Tour

For one full day our winners will enjoy a tour around Boracay Island that includes snorkeling, as-well as visiting surrounding beaches. (does not include entrance fee into Crystal Cove)

Free Boracay Package by WOW Philippines Travel Agency

2010-03-06T17:05:00.000+08:00

Win a Free Boracay Vacation Package by WOW Philippines Travel Agency

WOW Philippines Travel Agency, Inc. is celebrating it's 5th year in business during July of 2010, and we would like you to have a chance to celebrate with us, so we have decided to give-away a FREE Boracay Package complete with 5 Star accommodations at the luxurious Le Soleil de Boracay Hotel on Boracay Island. The lucky winner will win the following Boracay vacation package.

Vacation Package Inclusions:
- 5 Days / 4 Nights Luxury 5 Star Accommodations at the Le Soleil de Boracay Hotel
- Flights to Boracay from Manila to Caticlan Airport on Philippine Airlines
- Island Transfers - Door-to-Door from Manila to the resort and back to Manila
- Three (3) Meals each day, Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Boracay Activities - Horseback Riding, Island Hopping, Glass Bottom Boat
- PLUS - 5,000 peso Spending Cash

Read More Information: http://www.boracay-packages.com

My Last Hurrah for Summer 2009 (?)

2009-05-14T17:46:00.002+08:00

May 11-12, 2009. Headed to Palm Beach in San Juan, Batangas. Went with my husband's family...my in-laws. We were all first timers in the resort but not really a first timer in San Juan, Batangas.

Palm Beach is well maintained compared to the other resorts in Batangas that we have been to. Clean place. Average food. B+ customer service.

It was a relaxing moment. Kids enjoyed the overnight stay especially in the infinity pool (which is the new facility of the resort).

I guess this is our last hurrah for summer 2009...

Hope not... [winks] (",)

PICTURE PERFECT =D

2009-04-29T11:06:00.002+08:00

I took this picture two days ago...LAVET!!! I can feel my daughters' smiles ;))

Virus Attack

2009-04-28T16:38:00.005+08:00

My poor baby. Got sick right after our boracay trip. Friday morning, noticed that she had lost her appetite. Started to vomit, then diarrhea in the afternoon. 1030pm rushed her to St. Luke's Emergency Unit. Got fever already but when we left home, wala pa. Was given treatment (paracetamol and oral hydrite). 130am, was advised that we could go home na raw since all her lab tests (urine, fecal, and cbc were good).

Saturday. Andie was under observation. Temperature would not go down (though low grade fever lang naman). Still vomiting and diarrhea. Got really worried but her pediatrician advised us to just calm down and wait til morning.

Sunday morning. Andie's condition worsened. Would not take anything. No solids, no fluids. Afraid that she might get dehydrated. Took her to the emergency again. Mommy's right! Papunta na siya sa dehydration. My baby was admitted to Pedia Unit. Rota virus (common virus that causes diarrhea and vomiting). For rehydration. Was given I.V. Naka 3 "bottles" din siya.

The next day, okay na. Okay na for discharge. Thank GOD! Pero under observation and medication pa rin. Haaayyyy! Hirap magkasakit pag bata. Wawa talaga =((

Bakasyon Grande!

2009-04-28T16:24:00.004+08:00

April 21-23. Went to Boracay with my hubby Lawrence and 2 kids Alekx and Andie. Stayed at Asya Boracay (http://asya-boracay.com ). It was a very splendid experience. Kids had so much fun. Everybody happy =D

Arrived at Caticlan Airport past 10am already. More than an hour late as scheduled. Delayed flight via Seair. We were picked up by Asya staff and brought us to its private cove (via speed boat). From there, van took us to Asya Hotel and we were greeted by the staff’s warmest smiles. Gave us cold towels and cold drinks. From there, I knew we will have a superb stay in Asya.

The place was great. First class architecture and design. Modern zen-ish type. I would love it to my own home. Exterior and interior are perfect. Space of our room is just right…right for a small family. Everything was excellent. Beautiful place, friendly staff, yummy food, exceptional service. Exceeded our expectations. Bakasyon grande it is!

Day 1. Lunch at Shakey’s. Stayed at Station 2 beach front for the rest of the day. Asya pool. Dinner at Mang Inasal D’Mall.

Day 2. Complimentary breakfast. Station 1 beach front. Lunch at Smoke. Went to Asya’s private cove…one word…WOW! Has its view deck where you could see the beach…relaxing…haaayyy ;)) Asya pool. Dinner at Hungry Monkey…loved the food!

Day 3. Complimentary breakfast (best part)…hehe! Went to Station 1 again but rained in the morning so decided to just stay in the hotel’s pool. Lunch at Hungry Monkey…favorite! At 2pm, went to Asya’s private cove where we waited til our scheduled flight.

Flying back to Manila was the lowest point of our trip. Delayed flight. Transferred to a different airline (seair to zest air). Arrived at MIA at 6pm.

Overall, one of the best trips ever. Lawrence, kids, Asya Hotel, Boracay. PERFECT!

Practicing Catholic

2009-04-15T11:34:00.003+08:00

April 9, 2009. Went out on a Holy Thursday for Visita Iglesia.

Twin Hearts in Quezon City and Mt. Carmel in New Manila

San Agustin and Manila Cathedral both in Intramuros

Remedios Church in Malate and Santissimo Rosario (UST Church)

Sto. Domingo Church in Quezon Avenue

Officially, it's SUMMERTIME!

2009-04-11T11:03:00.004+08:00

April 4-5, 2009. Needed some serious destressing so genn and i decided to plan our first summer getaway. Agreed to have an overnight stay...where else but the nearest getaway...batangas! The search for a place started a week before our chosen dates. Unfortunately, the places (like la luz, palm beach) we inquired about were all fully booked. Thank you to my friend's friend and he recommended Tali Beach. Heard of the place many times. Stayed at Jo and Johnny's Dive Inn. It was a very nice place...enticing pool. LOVE IT!

The group: Ronnie, Janice, Jo, Genn, and Ton

Spent the weekend with intimate, crazy friends. Bonding time.

Main beach

Went to the famous "cliff"... breathtaking

It was a very relaxed weekend...looking forward to our next summer escapade!=D

Andie is number ONE

2009-04-10T08:37:00.004+08:00

March 17, 2009. It was Andie's commencement exercises. Graduation from Pre-Nursery. I was a proud momma! My Andie is number ONE...hurrah!

Magaling magaling magaling! Kanino pa ba magmamana...ehem ehem!

with Enzo...

with Teacher Hana...

with Judo...

Proud Daddy...

Baguio City...Early Summer Getaway

2009-04-10T08:24:00.003+08:00

March 6-9, 2009. Went to Baguio with the family. Kids were very excited since it was their first time to visit the city. My mom and mother in law were there also…both needed a vacation.

For my husband, it was not really his sabbatical. He was there a week before for work at Good Shepherd but he still managed spend quality time with the family.

First destination was the Mines View Park. Mom was very frightened of the view…or should say she is afraid of heights, the reason why she did not enjoy the place. Kids are kids. They were all game. They tried costumes of Igorots…oh my, they were all CUUUTTEE!

Then went to Wright Park…who would miss the horseback riding. Thought kids would be scared of the smelly creatures but they braved it and got a 30 minute pleasure from them…hehe =D

Final destination of our first day in the summer capital was The Mansion. Nothing special. Just took pictures…

We went to Strawberry Farm first on our second day. Kids were all smiles because they had the chance to harvest strawberries. I did too. Then the oldies bought their pasalubongs…the veggies at La Trinidad Market…gaaaad! They were all cheap. Love it!

Off to Camp John Hay but did not explore the place much since all were exhausted. Lawrence and the kids checked The Manor and had pictures taken…so touristy!

Baguio Trip was a very joyful experience. Kiddies enjoyed, also the oldies. Definitely not the last time to visit the place.

Sana Ako Na Lang...

2009-02-23T11:16:00.002+08:00

OMG! May nanalo na…Php 370,000,00.00 jackpot. Lucky bastards. Imagine 2 lang sila. Sana ako na lang…haayyy…

Memory lane...

2009-02-06T08:29:00.002+08:00

Hahaha! Us nine years ago...yikes! Nakakatawa itsura namin here. What can I say...

Discovering the World of Photoshop

2009-02-05T09:22:00.002+08:00

I know such a late bloomer when it comes to "photoshopping". Not really a techy person that is why I only touch my computer when I really am bored.

My work is so amateurish but I know I can do better...nakakatamad eh =p

9 YEARS NA KAMI!

2009-01-29T10:22:00.003+08:00

January 26, 2009. Ninth year being a married couple. Was not able to celebrate our special day coz had to attend my former boss's wedding. Oh well, parang celebration na rin...nakalibre pa kami ng dinner...hahaha!

To my husband...looking forward to more fights, hugs, and kisses. LOVE YOU! yikes, baduy...=p

Wala lang Part II

2009-01-04T12:23:00.003+08:00

Out of boredom...

2009-01-03T09:19:00.001+08:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

WALA LANG...

2008-12-30T12:19:00.001+08:00

Wala lang talaga...hehe =p

WIZARDNESS IS HAPPYNESS

2008-12-30T11:31:00.008+08:00

Got discounted tickets from my brother (perks of being a radio station employee). Headed to the park on a Monday thinking that there would be less “tourists” pero wag ka, ANG DAMING TAO! YIKES!

Pumila, sumimangot, umiyak. Kawawa the kids. Andie went ballistic on her third ride. Tantrums tantrums tantrums!

Syempre, our trip would not be complete without a picture of this…

and this...

Kapagod...Whew!

HOLGASMIC DIGICAM!

2008-12-29T10:33:00.003+08:00

Converted my digital camera to a holga. How? TOP SECRET (baka magalit pinsan ko)! Got the idea from my creative cousin. Not bad. May fisheye effect pa =D

HAPPY ME!

2008-12-26T15:08:00.003+08:00

Christmas 2008 = HAPPY CHRISTMAS.

Started the day early. Woke up 6am kahit na I was puyat (barely had a sleep coz we spent Christmas eve at my in-laws) to prepare my famous baked ziti, which I brought to my mom’s as part of my contribution to our Christmas lunch. Made buko pandan a day before the celebration para naman dagdag to my contribution.

It was a festive day. Spent with loved ones. Good food, warm company. Gift giving, picture taking. Kids laughing, all smiling =D

HAPPY CHRISTMAS, indeed.

WOWOWOWOWOWOWOW...SIIIIING!

2008-12-24T10:10:00.007+08:00

REDBOX, Greenbelt. December 21, 2008. Lunch hour.

It was a fun-filled afternoon. Updating, laughing, and teasing. Obviously, everyone missed everyone.

Just a little history…team BEST started year 2003. We were hired to be part of Citiphone’s beautiful family. The group gelled right away. Kwentuhans, kalokohans. Then, when we were all regularized (oops, meron palang isang hindi), we were supervised by NOREENE – the most gorgeous tl in Citibank – syempre biased ako =P. The team had its ups and downs but mostly it was just a happy journey.

After 5 years, I decided to organize a get-together (since busy busyhan ang lahat). It was also a surprise for Noreene since ikakasal na siya…finally! The get-together was 1 month in the making. Grabe, TOXIC! Hirap to text everyone. Lahat naka cc. Text brigade, phone inquiries, reservation, confirmation – they were all worth it. MASAYA naman lahat, diba?!

Go, TEAM BEST!!!

CHRISTMAS THOUGHT

2008-12-20T12:00:00.002+08:00

I’ve been very busy lately. Cleaning and decorating. Shopping. Running errands. Whew! Feeling the Christmas rush. Don’t get me wrong. I love Christmas (love it now). Amazing how kids can change your views and priorities in life. And it really makes me smile every time they would appreciate even the littlest thing.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!=D

SANTA BABY...

2008-12-15T17:27:00.003+08:00

Presenting my cutest santa. Cute, cute! Andie is really sleepy but still managed to smile for mommy. I LOVE YOU, BABY!

PANAGINIP at BANGUNGOT

2008-12-10T09:56:00.002+08:00

My husband woke me up at 7am so we could see the “Dream Match of the Year”, Pacquia-DelaHoya fight. Not via pay per view but still online. Sites that allow you to watch fights like this for FREE. Thanks to the net =D

Had a hard time finding one since most of them are not “legit” but luck still on our side coz we were able to find one.

The fight was not that exciting to watch. Though Manny Pacquiao fought in its truest sense of the word, I felt that Oscar DelaHoya just gave the fight away. From round 1 to 8 it was all Pacquiao’s. DelaHoya was like a baby the whole time, body almost in fetal position, face always covered.

BRAVO to Pacquiao! His boxing skills, foot work, strategies helped him win this battle. A Philippine Pride, indeed. This match is a dream come true for Pacquiao and a nightmare for DelaHoya (or was it all about MONEY?!).

Bangs Attack

2008-12-09T13:04:00.003+08:00

My kids had their hair cut last week. Alekx wanted some side bangs…dalaga na talaga anak ko. Actually, she had this style before but only now I realized that my first born is a grown up already. Time flies. To match her sister, decided full bangs for Andie. It matches her naughty side. =D

AMEN

2008-12-08T12:14:00.003+08:00

December 6, it was my daughter’s first communion. I could see in her eyes how excited she was. I am sure; she will make us kulit every Sunday to go to church.

Weekend Getaway

2008-11-30T10:28:00.006+08:00

Spent my weekend with the barkada at my friend’s house in Tagaytay. It was a much deserved trip since everyone was “intoxicated” with stress from work, family life.

Picked Shawie up at Medical City and proceeded to Makati to meet up with Anj. We had our dinner at Dencio’s Paseo Center while waiting for our “designated driver”, Leanne. Bought our booze then Tagaytay. Traffic was unbelievable at slex…buti pa sa north =(

Arrived 1130pm. Did not want to waste our time so we started our drinking session right away. Haaay sarap! Everything was perfect…company, the climate. Nonstop chikahan…reminiscing…updating…SAYA! Finished at 3am. One bottle lang of tequila rose.

Woke up at 1130am. Longest sleep I ever had since…I don’t know. Tagal na talaga since I had this sleep. 3pm, had our lunch at Hawaiian Barbeque. Cozy place, good food.

Bought some pasalubong: pineapple, señorita, goodies from Rowena’s. Tapos off to Manila na. Ayun, natraffic na naman kami (Sta. Rosa and SLEX). To cap the night off, had coffee at Starbucks Greenbelt 3.

MRP

2008-11-26T10:09:00.009+08:00

MRP...as in Most Requested Pasta. Baked Ziti. My kids' favorite...mine, too. I don't know. I have cooked different pastas but this one is a knock out...never fails!

I tried this first in Sbarro way way back. Fell in love with it right away. Retrieved a recipe from the net, added my own “touch”. It was a trial and error thing then to my surprise, got the taste I have always wanted. SARRAAAPP!!!

It’s been the most requested pasta in family gatherings. Kaya nga medyo pagod din ako these past few days, weeks, months. Birthdays, birthdays, birthdays. Monthly ata my birthday..hehe! Okay lang =) As long as my family loves and enjoys eating my baked ziti…won’t get tired. BRING IT ON!

I HEART CHOCO CRINKLES

2008-11-21T10:23:00.008+08:00

doesnt look yummy here but trust me...

Nov 12…my first attempt to make chocolate crinkles. I was so excited. Ako lahat, from buying the ingredients to washing.

Well, for a first timer…not bad…actually, it was GOOD! My kids and husband loved it. It was perfect (hehe love your own =p)…chewy, moist inside, taste is not “commercialized”.

Wanted to post the ingredients here but my husband advised me not to coz might think of selling them…hmmm, good idea =) YUMMY YUMMY CHOCOLATEY!

GIRL BONDING

2008-11-09T08:19:00.010+08:00

Received a call from Anj..."tara, jo alis tayo!" syempre ako normal kaladkarin replied..."what time?=)"

Anj picked me up and decided to have our girl bonding at eastwood. had our early dinner at pasto. sarap talaga ng food...our comfort food...pizza and pasta! went shopping...window shopping muna then jack's loft for my vodka ice and anj's margarita. balik shopping ulit...this time may nabili na kami. got a pair of sandals and anj a vest.

HAPPY THOUGHTS HAPPY THOUGHTS, ANJ! tama na ang iyak. hehe! LOVE YOU, girlfriend >=)<

BLACK IS BEAUTIFUL

2008-11-06T19:20:00.003+08:00

BARACK OBAMA. Symbol of HOPE and CHANGE. Kelan kaya sa Pilipinas?

Bravo, Bravo

2008-11-03T10:32:00.006+08:00

Eto lang masasabi ko...MAGALING MAGALING MAGALING!!! You guys rock ! Kakabilib yung idea. Walang lugi. Next goal…get the Little Miss Knoller shirt (syempre para sakin naman, hehe).

*bought a shirt for my daughter during her Family Day at STC.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

2008-10-31T10:38:00.004+08:00

Hi, bloggers! It’s my first time here and really excited to write my first entry though not really a writer/blogger at heart. Just wanna experience how it’s like to blog…hehe!

As part of my first blog, just wanna share with everyone my kids’ halloween experience. Yes…guessed it right! The costumes, candies, trick or treat. Name it, we’ve got it.

Month of September…started browsing the net to look for halloween costumes. Decided that my 3 year old Andie would be Little Red Riding Hood and her 8 year old Ate Alekx would be a Sexy Pirate.

Haaay kids! They are soooo CUTE! Kakatuwa to dress them up (“,)

October 29/Pompeii Preschool

Andie had her first Halloween party. Grabe, kids were all in their “bestest” costumes.

Next day, October 30 went to Trinoma Mall for the kids’ trick or treat activity. Same costumes (had them washed naman =]), different setting. Mall was packed with kids. Lines for the loot bags were as long as Rapunzel’s hair. Grabe talaga! It was past 11 already when we got our loot bags. Just decided to grab our lunch and headed back to the Activity Center. Spent more than an hour just to get in. Haaayy! Really need to make sacrifices for your kids’ happiness. It was worth it naman. Alekx and Andie had fun. It was a HAPPY HAPPY, JOY JOY day!