December 1, 2011
October 26, 2011
Traveling with Kids
The best of part about traveling with a kid is that you rediscover simple joys of discovering the world around you.
That's what I always feel when we get that little taste of excitement whenever we go home to Mindanao for a quick vacation. Trips with Dabby are always amazing. His endless questions are quite interesting that I find myself groping for answers to his queries that range from why a thing is of such color or to awkward questions about people around him.
What I find most interesting is when we ride a plane. He is almost always seated near the wing and always get to see the propeller outside his window. He puts his hand on the window to show that he loves watching the propeller spin moving the plane to where we are headed to -- our hometown.
Philippine Airlines has chosen to sponsor the Mindanao Bloggers Summit in Iligan City on October 29 – 30, 2011 and this is a great way to show that the number one airline in the Philippines is supporting the cause not only of travelers like families with kids but also bloggers who want to explore the world.
Thank you Philippine Airlines for choosing to sponsor the summit!
The Mindanao Bloggers Summit 2011 is open to all Mindanao-based bloggers and to interested bloggers from Luzon and Visayas, with web logs or web journals hosted by any of the publishing platforms, social networking sites with blogging features such as: Blogger, Facebook, Multiply, Tumblr, WordPress,among others, and to those individuals interested in blogging. With 100 bloggers to converge, the Mindanao Bloggers Summit is already accepting registrations.
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Mindanao Bloggers Summit 2011
If you’re joining to become a participant, register now, or for those who are interested to sponsor, contact Iligan Bloggers Society, and don’t miss out on this chance.
October 25, 2011
Homeschooling and Mobile Internet
We homeschool everyday. Each lesson is divided into 2 days of work so we need to stick with a daily schedule to cover topics for school. With our current pace, we are very much on schedule. I even saved an allowance of about 15 lessons before June for situations like sick days or travel.
With our travel to MBS5 tomorrow to join the summit on the 29th, our lessons might come to a halt. I am joining the Mindanao Bloggers Summit in Iligan City to support Iligan Bloggers Society, Inc. And of course, I will be bringing my family with me.
Excitement of travel is creeping way too much that I can't go back to sleep at night. Seriously :p And who says we still can't study on the road right?
I was glad to know that Globe Telecom is a co-presentor of the Mindanao Bloggers Summit 2011. A big telecom like Globe surely deserves a pat on the back for support blogger societies.
What I learned about Globe is that they are currently promoting their mobile internet products with their release entitled "You’re On with Globe: Taking mobile internet to the next level".
It is interesting to know that they have Postpaid options for those whose consumption includes push notifications and instant updates at bulk consumption valid for 30 days. This PowerSurf is available in 3 denominations:
It is interesting to know that they have Postpaid options for those whose consumption includes push notifications and instant updates at bulk consumption valid for 30 days. This PowerSurf is available in 3 denominations:
- PowerSurf 99 with 50MB allocation,
- PowerSurf 299 with 300MB allocation
- PowerSurf 499 with 1GB allocation
I do know that as a blogger and as a homeschooling mom, I need to be constantly connected to the net. So if you're also one, I bet you don't have an excuse anymore not to go traveling to summits like Mindanao Bloggers Summit 2011. You're always connected!
October 24, 2011
Experiments and Globe's MBS5 Sponsorship
What we love doing during our down time at school is to head over and check out Science Explorer kit. We check out what available activities we can do and enjoy doing the experiments.
For this one, we chose the color-changing activity involving acids and bases. It was a short and sweet experiment that gave us the thrills of seeing purple turn to blue or red. The fizzles and sizzles of the liquids when mixed gave that giggly feeling as if you are popping those powder candy on your tongue. I forgot that name of that candy though.
What I realized during these experiments that we have is that you can follow it up with videos and articles online that can boost (or in my case - refresh) your knowledge of the subject. And of course, you can easily get those online from Youtube or Google. A good internet connection is all you need and Globe is one of the top internet services provider here in the Philippines that can give you the joy of being connected online.
When Globe announced and finalized the sponsorship for IBS' hosting of the Mindanao Bloggers Summit 2011, I was so glad. It made me realize that bloggers can certainly get the support of big telecoms like Globe in their endeavors. It made a blogging mommy like me realize that you can rely on Globe to offer nice services for our homeschooling needs.
The really, really good thing about Globe's offer is that you can now join MBS5 for FREE! Yep, you don't need to pay anything at all.
Globe has been generous enough to not only help Iligan Bloggers Society realize this event, but they want to extend their generousity to the participants of the 5th Mindanao Bloggers Summit! You got that right!
Globe has offered to cover the registration fees for MBS5 Registrants!!!
For those who have registered, or will register, you get the chance to avail the free registration for Mindanao Bloggers Summit 2011 courtesy of Globe Telecom!
Just click this link and register to get your instructions on how to avail of it.
October 19, 2011
Local Online Shopping with AyosDito and a Grand Raffle Promo!
My husband could attest the fact that I love online shopping.
Back at the time when we hoarded cards for our all time favorite Magic: The Gathering, I would be the one to handle all the online transactions from seller to seller and know a good deal about keeping myself secure during deals. I knew how to detect a good trade from a scam and pretty much proud about that fact.
And recently, with the online shops that have been established online, you can well say that it is pretty much easy now. You check their site, check their layout, find their contact info just in case, check testimonials and of course Google some feedback about them and you are now safe to transact. Everything is easier nowadays.
I have tried several online shops to purchase good and other gadgets and so far the experience have all been perfect. One good example of these shops is AyosDito.ph. It had been one of the top destinations of local sellers and buyers here in the Philippines to transact and find items of their liking with the comforts and filtering to your region. Isn't that convenient?
Today, I have browsed around to check if there are available costumes for kids this upcoming Halloween
I spotted a banner that told of a contest -- the AyosDito Connect & Win Promo. Of course, I clicked on it and see if it's a contest that I can qualify for.
Turns out it's pretty much easy to join this contest. You got a Facebook? You're good to go!
If you are wondering what AyosDito Connect is you can check more details about Connect here.
To fully register, you just need to complete your information saved on the form.
With just that, you now earn 10 entries to the raffle! So easy pie, neh?
This AyosDito Connect & Win Promo will run from August 29 to
November 6, 2011 so I guess better up to gather more entries.
A total of 30 x iPad 2’s, 20 iPhone 4’s and P1,000,000 in cash will be given away as prizes for the promo and will be distributed as in weekly draws and a grand draw.
Weekly Draws - The following will be raffled off in ten (10) weekly draws: 3 iPad 2’s will be raffled off to all eligible Participants with valid raffle entries for the week, 2 iPhone 4’s will be raffled off to all eligible Participants with valid raffle entries for the week.
Grand Draw - P1,000,000 will be raffled off in the Grand Raffle on Week 10 of the promo
I hope I will win 1 million. I never won any bigtime raffle before. Hehehhe.
October 13, 2011
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September 7, 2011
My List of Emerging Influential Blogs for 2011
In support of the awesome members of CBSi, here is my list for the Emerging Influential Blogs Writing Project 2011.
1. FoodieCraft - a food blog from Dabby's blogger friend, Ate Angeli! She is one of the most in-demand food bloggers in Cebu and posts very yummy updates on her daily treats.
3. iSwallow - get quality food reviews from the swallowers. "Love sucks but true love swallows" is their tagline. Rabs deserves another spot as he did last year but this time with a food blog.
4. CebuMD - a virtual hangout for doctors to get updates about the latest happenings in Cebu's medical community. Doc Buboy is very passionate with his blogs and even his other writing projects that this blog is a testament to his passion.
5. Event Geek - one-stop blog for the latest updates on events happening in and around Cebu. Vernon has been my pizza buddy for events in TechTalks too and definitely deserve a spot here.
This writing project will not be possible without the support of sponsors such as Cyber Monday Deals, TRIbeca Private Residences, How To Videos, Palawan Beaches for Sale,Green and Natural Lubes Philippines, Philippine data center, Philippine online shopping, Singapore Jobs, Pinoy Party Food, Apartment for rent, and Best deals tips.
June 13, 2011
Visiting the Doctor for Yearly Flu Shots
Last week, we visited Doctor Licille Kilantang at the clinic located near the church in Opon. We were scheduled for our yearly flu shots.
We arrived quite late but Dokie was very accommodating and still was there to give the shots to Dabby. Dokie's secretary was ready to leave when we arrived at quarter to six and getting ready to close shop.
She still dropped her things to take Dabby's weight and height. His baby book is already old and torn since he had it since he was born. Of course, that also means that he is a patient of Dokie ever since he was born too.
So when he saw that Dokie was already there, he proceeded with looking for the stethoscope which he mentioned he would like to see on the visit. He immediately saw it hanging on the wall and borrowed the thing for him to play with while he had his shot.
At that time, he was also carrying his letter to Ate Kaye and showed it to the Doctor who was amazed with his artwork and suggest he brings some for her to hang on her clinic. I think it's an easy job for Dabby. :)
He had his flu shots after that (and both Marc and I still have to have the shots by next month). It was quick and painless. And got his candies. :) Of course, he also returned the stethoscope.
June 5, 2011
Toy Review: A Star Performance on a Saxophone
Does your kid love pretending that he's playing a real instrument? Dabby sure does love these kinds of imaginings. He already has a real harmonica and guitar. This time the Lola bought him a saxophone. This toy is specifically named the WinFun Triple Sounds Saxophone. It was fun to know that this is sold off on Amazon which makes it easy to purchase one if you love the product.
Product Features
- Give a star performance with this jammin’ saxophone that plays 18 songs while lights flash
- Includes 4 buttons that play notes and 4 lights that play short tunes when pushed
- Encourages music appreciation and fosters imaginative play
- Made of quality plastic in vibrant colors
- Manufacturer's Suggested Age: 3 Years and Up
- Dimensions: Length: 16.0 "; Height: 2.5 "; Width: 7.0 "
- Product Weight: 1.25 Lb.
Positives
The tunes recorded is fun for a kid. Colors are indeed vibrant as per product description. Really nice for role playing with saxophone playing. Automatically turns off when left after play. I love that it can play notes on each of the buttons and coupled with the beats on the toy, a child can create music that he likes.
Negatives
Battery operated. I say This is a con for any toy that needs battery to work. And besides that one, the mouthpiece is not something that a kid can blow into so that's a huge minus
I recommend you check it out through the photo/link below. It is entertaining enough to deserve a three star for me. Encourage your kid to play it in another room because it gets too loud sometimes.
May 29, 2011
What I Love About Samsung 2View Camera
Recently, I just learned that Samsung has a new camera called the Samsung 2View Camera. When I heard about it, I was like -- "Yeah, just another digicam.." I was expecting to be bored.
But when I checked out the features of this new camera, I was proved wrong. Very wrong.
Why? You see, this camera has the things you wish your digital camera has. I know I do for my camera.
The Samsung 2View Camera series comprised of three awesome models namely ST700, PL170, PL120. It offers the latest in Samsung’s point-and-shoot innovation, which is the dual LCD screen feature found at the front side and back side of the camera. Imagine that - 2 LCD screens is equal to twice the fun. And I agree.
What I found particularly interesting about these cameras is that, there is such a thing as Child Mode. Well, what does that entail? For me, Dabby is much too silly to take a proper pose in front of the cam. It is either he is too bored to smile or too busy to notice a shot on the cam.
But with these cameras, a built in “Child Mode” feature is available. With it, you can download or create your own animation to keep your kids’ smiling and entertained, as you take interesting photos of them. I say it is darn useful for taking my kiddo's pics.
If you don't have kids though and just on the way to have one, I noticed a very nice feature of these cameras that I want to use too. It's the Couple Shots or Self-Portrait. How it works is that, the front screen of the dual LCD will let you see a preview of your shots.
I find it very convenient that you can do this in a camera. No more wrong angles when I take pics of me and Mark (which is quite a few). This feature is very, very nice for me.
It might be very hard to imagine all these stuff so check out this TV commercial of the Samsung 2View Camera. I am sure you will be as thrilled as I am.
By the way, before I forget, they have an incoming contest that you have to tune in to soon. You can like their Facebook page (click on the image below) and see how you can win one of the many giveaways they will be handing out soon.
Here are the mechanics:
1. Like and Share the Samsung Camera fan page to your friends.
2. Type “Win Samsung 2View Cameras by liking and sharing @Samsung Cameras PH” in your status message box. Don’t forget to tag the Samsung Camera fan page!
3. All tagged entries will be raffled off, where two (2) lucky fans get a chance to win a Samsung 2View Camera - (ST500)!
Promo Period: May 15, 2011 – May 30, 2011
Go and join! :)
May 27, 2011
5 Reasons to Join the Cebu Blog Camp
I have just arrived from Siquijor. Wrapped up my vacation earlier because of one thing: Cebu Blog Camp is tomorrow. I know that this is something that I should not miss this month. Or this year even.
The Cebu blog Camp is an event organized annually by the Cebu Bloggers of the Blog and Soul Movement which is the educating leg of the Philippine Blog Awards Inc. which has been running for already four years. This is the largest gathering of bloggers in Cebu.
Here are 5 reasons why I am joining the camp.
1. Iligan Bloggers Society
Inspired by the growth of blogging and the organized efforts of the bloggers from other cities and towns in the Philippines, along with two other co-founders - Lovette and Xyza - we decided it was time to form our own little society in Iligan. And of course, it was aptly named Iligan Bloggers Society. The best and only blogging community in Iligan City.
We just started organizing ourselves, had our first meet up and now gained the support of the the Tourism Department of Iligan City. Hence, the Iligan Bloggers will be joining to meet the other bloggers that we gained inspiration from. Worth travelling indeed.
Go Iligan!! :)
2. Cebu Bloggers Society
Some of the organizers of the Cebu Blog Camp itself are from Cebu Bloggers Society and it would be a great event to meet the same members of the society where I am one of the members of the Board of Trustees.
We have a long way to go with our Project Quilt for Cebu Bloggers but we will get there. :)
3. Janette Toral
I would love to meet my teacher for Blog Entrepreneurship who helped me organize my first ever Bloggable Seminar. Would have loved it if we had another one by this month but because of my vacation, I was not able to have the time to organize one.
Hoping to meet her there and gain nuggets of wisdom.
4. Social Media Marketing 101
I would love to learn from Coy Caballes of Globe and learn what I can about Social Media Marketing from the perspective of one handing a large account.
5. Other bloggers joining the Camp
I know there are still some who are joining up who are not members of blogging orgs. Some of these guys might even be influential bloggers of Cebu who just chose not to be part of an org,
Aside from that, I am well aware that there are other bloggers from places like CDO who are also coming. Would love to meet them.
And these are the sponsors of the event
Official TV Media Partner
The Cebu blog Camp is an event organized annually by the Cebu Bloggers of the Blog and Soul Movement which is the educating leg of the Philippine Blog Awards Inc. which has been running for already four years. This is the largest gathering of bloggers in Cebu.
Here are 5 reasons why I am joining the camp.
1. Iligan Bloggers Society
Inspired by the growth of blogging and the organized efforts of the bloggers from other cities and towns in the Philippines, along with two other co-founders - Lovette and Xyza - we decided it was time to form our own little society in Iligan. And of course, it was aptly named Iligan Bloggers Society. The best and only blogging community in Iligan City.
We just started organizing ourselves, had our first meet up and now gained the support of the the Tourism Department of Iligan City. Hence, the Iligan Bloggers will be joining to meet the other bloggers that we gained inspiration from. Worth travelling indeed.
Go Iligan!! :)
2. Cebu Bloggers Society
Some of the organizers of the Cebu Blog Camp itself are from Cebu Bloggers Society and it would be a great event to meet the same members of the society where I am one of the members of the Board of Trustees.
We have a long way to go with our Project Quilt for Cebu Bloggers but we will get there. :)
3. Janette Toral
I would love to meet my teacher for Blog Entrepreneurship who helped me organize my first ever Bloggable Seminar. Would have loved it if we had another one by this month but because of my vacation, I was not able to have the time to organize one.
Hoping to meet her there and gain nuggets of wisdom.
4. Social Media Marketing 101
I would love to learn from Coy Caballes of Globe and learn what I can about Social Media Marketing from the perspective of one handing a large account.
5. Other bloggers joining the Camp
I know there are still some who are joining up who are not members of blogging orgs. Some of these guys might even be influential bloggers of Cebu who just chose not to be part of an org,
Aside from that, I am well aware that there are other bloggers from places like CDO who are also coming. Would love to meet them.
And these are the sponsors of the event
THE CEBU BLOG CAMP 2011
is co-presented by
Bronze Sponsors
Media and Institution Partners
Official Web Browser
Official TV Media Partner
Official Online Print Media
Official Photo-Social Media Partner
DONOR
Academy for International Culinary Arts
May 10, 2011
Join the First Ever Philippine Spring Cleaning Day (PSCD)!
Indeed poor sanitation affects productivity. It is something that I struggle with at home given that I have fulltime work, homeschool my kid and have to take care of things around the house.
Everything should be spic and span or else it would lead to someone in the family getting sick and losing quality time with the kid or losing work hours. Not good.
Given this situation, we make it a habit of buying Lysol to disinfect. It could range from the toilet or the bedroom or the corner where we put the cat's litter.
Cheers to us mommies.
Five cities in Metro Manila will demonstrate how the country can save lives, time, and money, as they join the first-ever “Philippine Spring Cleaning Day (PSCD).”
In its goal to push for cleaning and sanitation as one of the most effective ways to lower the country's disease burden, representatives from the Department of Health (DoH), UP-National Institutes of Health (UP-NIH), Pediatric Infectious Disease Society of the Philippines (PIDSP), Reckitt Benckiser, Lysol, and several local government units are calling for better sanitation through the institution of the first Philippine Spring Cleaning Day.
On May 11, there will be a simultaneous cleanup across five cities, namely Makati, Mandaluyong, Pasig, Manila, and Pasay.
“We hope to educate as well as to encourage the habit of cleaning and disinfecting of Filipino homes through this annual event,” says Marichu Gozun, Senior Brand Manager of Lysol.
According to a joint study commissioned by the World Health Organization (WHO) and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), at least 20 million Filipinos are exposed to poor sanitation. This means that one-fourth of the Philippine population has poor hygiene practices, do not have the benefit of an accessible and safe toilet, or do not dispose of human waste properly. The fact that less than half of Filipinos wash their hands after using the bathroom is a very telling statistic that speaks of the country's unfortunate attitudes towards cleaning and sanitation.
Being one with the PSCD's advocacy to educate Filipinos about the significance of cleaning and disinfecting, DoH Environmental Health Chief Dr. Rodolfo Albornoz says that families should be mindful of the harmful effects of poor sanitation not only on their health but also on other aspects of their lives.
For instance, poor sanitation affects productivity. “The rhinovirus–the virus responsible for approximately 50 percent of the cases of flu and the common cold in both adults and children–causes Filipinos to lose an average of eight school or work days a year,” shares Dr. Albornoz. Consequently, poor sanitation also results in increased economic losses.
The campaign's concentration on household cleaning is highly significant because proponents of the PSCD believe that even the home, which is supposed to be every family's place of refuge, can be unsafe. They note that bacteria dwell on everyday things in the home that are taken for granted. “What people do not know is that they are more likely to get sick from germs and viruses in their own homes than in any other place,” says PIDSP President Dr. Lester Deniega.
UP-NIH Executive Director Dr. Lulu Bravo agrees. “We invite everyone to take part in this initiative and join the fight against diseases,” ends Dr. Bravo.
Indeed, intensified cleaning and disinfection will go a long way towards helping the country save time and money, reduce economic costs, and increase productivity as well as people’s overall health and productivity.
Be part of the first public and private initiative for cleaning and sanitation, and join the Department of Health, Lysol and partner organizations as they celebrate Philippine Spring Cleaning Day on May 11. For more details, log on to www.philippinespringcleaningday.com and like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/philippinespringcleaningday.
Everything should be spic and span or else it would lead to someone in the family getting sick and losing quality time with the kid or losing work hours. Not good.
Given this situation, we make it a habit of buying Lysol to disinfect. It could range from the toilet or the bedroom or the corner where we put the cat's litter.
If you are living in these five cities (Makati, Mandaluyong, Pasig, Manila, and Pasay) in Metro Manila do join the Philippine Spring Cleaning Day (PSCD).
And I'm sure you're logged in Facebook which means you can also like their page at www.facebook.com/philippinespringcleaningday
Cheers to us mommies.
Five cities in Metro Manila will demonstrate how the country can save lives, time, and money, as they join the first-ever “Philippine Spring Cleaning Day (PSCD).”
In its goal to push for cleaning and sanitation as one of the most effective ways to lower the country's disease burden, representatives from the Department of Health (DoH), UP-National Institutes of Health (UP-NIH), Pediatric Infectious Disease Society of the Philippines (PIDSP), Reckitt Benckiser, Lysol, and several local government units are calling for better sanitation through the institution of the first Philippine Spring Cleaning Day.
On May 11, there will be a simultaneous cleanup across five cities, namely Makati, Mandaluyong, Pasig, Manila, and Pasay.
“We hope to educate as well as to encourage the habit of cleaning and disinfecting of Filipino homes through this annual event,” says Marichu Gozun, Senior Brand Manager of Lysol.
According to a joint study commissioned by the World Health Organization (WHO) and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), at least 20 million Filipinos are exposed to poor sanitation. This means that one-fourth of the Philippine population has poor hygiene practices, do not have the benefit of an accessible and safe toilet, or do not dispose of human waste properly. The fact that less than half of Filipinos wash their hands after using the bathroom is a very telling statistic that speaks of the country's unfortunate attitudes towards cleaning and sanitation.
Being one with the PSCD's advocacy to educate Filipinos about the significance of cleaning and disinfecting, DoH Environmental Health Chief Dr. Rodolfo Albornoz says that families should be mindful of the harmful effects of poor sanitation not only on their health but also on other aspects of their lives.
For instance, poor sanitation affects productivity. “The rhinovirus–the virus responsible for approximately 50 percent of the cases of flu and the common cold in both adults and children–causes Filipinos to lose an average of eight school or work days a year,” shares Dr. Albornoz. Consequently, poor sanitation also results in increased economic losses.
The campaign's concentration on household cleaning is highly significant because proponents of the PSCD believe that even the home, which is supposed to be every family's place of refuge, can be unsafe. They note that bacteria dwell on everyday things in the home that are taken for granted. “What people do not know is that they are more likely to get sick from germs and viruses in their own homes than in any other place,” says PIDSP President Dr. Lester Deniega.
UP-NIH Executive Director Dr. Lulu Bravo agrees. “We invite everyone to take part in this initiative and join the fight against diseases,” ends Dr. Bravo.
Indeed, intensified cleaning and disinfection will go a long way towards helping the country save time and money, reduce economic costs, and increase productivity as well as people’s overall health and productivity.
Be part of the first public and private initiative for cleaning and sanitation, and join the Department of Health, Lysol and partner organizations as they celebrate Philippine Spring Cleaning Day on May 11. For more details, log on to www.philippinespringcleaningday.com and like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/philippinespringcleaningday.
April 29, 2011
The Standard Room and Price Lists - Overnight At the Waterfront Cebu
This is the second part of the "Overnight At the Waterfront" series that I have been writing about. The first part was about Lobbies and Hallways in Waterfront. Just divided it up into posts to somehow keep my blog updated within this month. :)
For this post, I'm going to describe some parts for our Room and the Prices that I have seen on their listings. It would be helpful to note this for the room that we got which is a Standard Room.
1. Beds
For the Standard Room, the officer on the phone actually gave us a double occupancy one. What we got when we arrived were two separate single beds. I ended up rearranging the beds and putting them together since first, I do want that Dabby might fall if we leave him alone in the other bed and second, there is no way the Mark and I will fit in one single bed.
So when Mark when out to get something from JY, I spent the time, rearranging the beds of the room so the three of us can fit.
2. Extra Furnitures
I love that they have an extra table and arm chairs in the room. It made it very much feasible for MTG playing. It was so awesome!! The other hotels / guest rooms that we have tried don't really have extra furniture like these.
They also have a dresser, a minibar, an cable television, closets and an extra space to put your stuff. They have 2 lamps, a telephone that you can use to contact for help (which we used for the shower "problem" we had.)
3. Air Conditioning
When we arrived at the room, the first thing that we observed was that it was so silent inside. We were able to say that it was silent because when we tried other guest rooms, they have air conditioning that hums. But this one that they have on the room was the silent type.
4. Mini-bar Prices
When the officer asked us about an extra deposit for the mini-bar stock, she was asking if we wanted to deposit for the mini-bar and so I said no. It was optional right?
We arrived at the room and saw that they have complimentary two small bottles of mineral water and two cups of coffee.
A few minutes after we arrived, someone from housekeeping actually came in our room and locked the little refrigerator at the bottom of the mini-bar. So basically, if you choose to not pay for deposit, they will lock it. You won't have an option anymore to add any of the items below to your final bill. Or maybe it's just a special case for them since it's a gift certificate?
Either way, I think it is a bit rude for them to lock it out. I understand it might be for security purposes and for us to not use it with other drinks or stuff we bought from outside.
Anyway, I took a pic of the prices they have in the mini-bar. See below:
4. Mini-bar Prices
When the officer asked us about an extra deposit for the mini-bar stock, she was asking if we wanted to deposit for the mini-bar and so I said no. It was optional right?
We arrived at the room and saw that they have complimentary two small bottles of mineral water and two cups of coffee.
A few minutes after we arrived, someone from housekeeping actually came in our room and locked the little refrigerator at the bottom of the mini-bar. So basically, if you choose to not pay for deposit, they will lock it. You won't have an option anymore to add any of the items below to your final bill. Or maybe it's just a special case for them since it's a gift certificate?
Either way, I think it is a bit rude for them to lock it out. I understand it might be for security purposes and for us to not use it with other drinks or stuff we bought from outside.
Anyway, I took a pic of the prices they have in the mini-bar. See below:
5. View outside the window
I loved the view outside and I feel like it's literally overlooking the whole of Cebu. Of course, I could not be right since I am not really familiar with the city. All I know is that we were in Lahug.
6. The toilet and bath
They had the usual extra stuff to use. Unlike, the others though, they have toothbrushes!! Forgot to take a picture of the T&B though.
They have in a phone near the toilet and it got me to think of situations where you will really need that phone over there. Great design. LOL. Water is immediately and always warm, which fine for me.
I love it that the defaults in the accommodation at the Waterfront are for your comfort. So far, as you may know by now, I love the place!
April 27, 2011
Lobbies and Hallways - Overnight At the Waterfront Cebu
It was a Thursday when Maam Janette Toral contacted me via email.
"Will you able to use this gift certificate?" she asked.
It was due to expire April 18th, the Sunday of that week and I know it would be such a waste for the certificate to go unused. I wouldn't say no to it though. Because the reason is that, we have an event for the homeschoolers on the Saturday, April 16th.
It was good timing.
After contacting and asking the Waterfront Customer Service and after a handful of calls, we were able to book for a room on that Saturday. Ms. Janette also immediately sent the certificate via LBC that same afternoon.
All was set. It was going to be a great Saturday-Sunday overnight. A mini-vacation that we are looking forward with the family. To top that, it is also our first time at the Waterfront.
It's really gorgeous hotel. I don't really care about the stars and all that since I am not much familiar with the hotels here in Cebu but when we there, we immediately knew that it was a starful (no such term eh?) hotel.
I had a handful of notes for this visit and had listed them all in my mind. It will be the things that I will note on our next visit. If ever we can visit it again, that is. :)
1. The lobby location
Since we came from the Cebu Public Library and went there via jeepney from S. Osmena St., we stopped at the IT Park and proceeded to walk the short distance from there to the lobby carrying just one bag for the overnight.
We came through the small door into the hallway and had zero idea where it was. We asked the guard where the swimming pool was (what??) and he just used his nguso to point us to the location. We turned right from there and a girl following us said that we should be going the other way. Thanks to her.
Stairs led us to the entrance and there we saw the Casino. We headed back because we though it was just the Casino and I very much know that Dabby cannot go in such place.
Ended up going back to the guard to ask where the lobby was and he told us to go forward from the Casino. So there, we walked back up again and saw that there was indeed a long hall.
2. The hallway
Hallway was lined up with restaurants and with different themes each. I remember one had Chinese lanterns and it was definitely remarkable. Another one has sort of a lit up disco floor and very much nice to look at. Dabby even proceeded to step on the boxes just like how Pocoyo stepped on those in his show.
3. The reservations counter
This is very funny! When we visited, there were some construction and modifications done on the place and it was a bit confusing where to go.
I ended up approaching a woman behind a desk. I very much thought it was the reservations counter. It was actually silly because I ended up thinking why the heck, with a huge place like this, do they have only a desk for a reservation counter. Anyway, she had beside her another woman behind that desk who was talking to their client. I showed her the GC and she pointed out that the reservations counter was in the other corner.
Later, I realized they had a sign above that says "Alamo". I think it's a car rental service. XD
(Pasensya sa taga isla.)
So after we checked in at the counter, we proceeded to use the elevator where we led ourselves the 8th floor where our room was located.
The long hallway was carpeted, clean and well-lit. I was about to skip when I saw that there was someone cleaning so I acted like was not about to skip.
Will be posting another entry about our overnight. This would be a great chance and story for me to share so I can keep my blog updated. :D Stay tuned.