Category: Travel

  • Snake River Farms Wagyu – Reasonably-Priced Wagyu You Can Cook at Home!

    Snake River Farms Wagyu – Reasonably-Priced Wagyu You Can Cook at Home!

    When we think of Wagyu, we often think of it as the most expensive beef in the world, requiring a small fortune to enjoy. But there is a local company that is distributing Wagyu at an attainable price, and whose Wagyu products are considered one of the best value in the market. Did you know…

  • Henann Garden Resort Boracay Review

    Henann Garden Resort Boracay Review

    We stayed at the Henann Garden Resort during my short trip to Boracay last week. My room was booked by our travel organizer so I am not sure how much it cost, but checking Traveloka, the Premier room was around P5,800+. HENANN GARDEN RESORT BORACAY We used the hotel’s transfer service that picked us up…

  • What’s Boracay Like in 2019 After the Closure Last Year? Plus Tips!

    What’s Boracay Like in 2019 After the Closure Last Year? Plus Tips!

    I went to Boracay last week to attend a dinner hosted by Snake River Farms. Curious to find out what Boracay is like now in 2019? Please watch the video! Boracay 2019 It’s actually my first time to go to Boracay! I know, almost everyone else has gone to Boracay except me… but I don’t…

  • Staycation at Hotel Benilde – FREE MINI BAR + Christmas Promos

    Staycation at Hotel Benilde – FREE MINI BAR + Christmas Promos

    We stayed at Hotel Benilde last weekend. Wait, Hotel Benilde? As in La Salle? Yes. 🙂 Contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to be a DLSU student to stay here. The hotel is open to the public and it is actually very affordable – they provide a COMPLIMENTARY MINI BAR and they have the least…

  • U Hotels – The Budget Hotel That Will Impress You

    U Hotels – The Budget Hotel That Will Impress You

    Last weekend, we had a staycation at U Hotels in Makati and it is truly one of the best value hotels I have stayed in! WHAT IS U HOTELS? It is the first ever Art Hotel in Manila, but if you’re not into art, don’t let that intimidate you. The hotel is for everybody –…

  • The Great Singapore Airlines Getaway 2018 + Promos!

    The Great Singapore Airlines Getaway 2018 + Promos!

    I was invited to the media event for the Great Singapore Airlines Getaway yesterday, and I’m excited to share the travel deals with you! Roundtrip airfare to Malaysia plus an overnight hotel stay in Singapore for less than US $200?! That’s a steal! More on that below. Great Singapore Airlines, SilkAir  & Mastercard Travel Fair…

  • PAL Seat Sale! Today Only! Manila-Sapporo Route

    PAL Seat Sale! Today Only! Manila-Sapporo Route

    Philippine Airlines is launching a new route – Manila to Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan. Flights will start on Sept. 10, 2018, and will be flying non-stop from Manila to Sapporo, 3x a week. The PAL flights will be using the new Chitose airport. Sapporo is a favorite winter destination, and they even have a winter festival…

  • JW Marriott Shenzhen Hotel Review + Touring Shopping Park

    JW Marriott Shenzhen Hotel Review + Touring Shopping Park

    During our trip to Shenzhen, we stayed at the JW Marriott Hotel in the Futian area. The lobby looks nice, huh? THE ROOM We got a big room with access to the Executive Lounge on the 27th floor. It’s a Deluxe room with double beds. The room was nice and spacious – the beds were…

  • How to Go to Shenzhen from the Hong Kong Airport

    How to Go to Shenzhen from the Hong Kong Airport

    If, for some reason, you have to go to Shenzhen, China right away after landing at Hong Kong International Airport, it’s actually quite easy. GETTING A VAN TO SHENZHEN FROM THE HONG KONG AIRPORT For us, the simplest way to get to Shenzhen from the Hong Kong airport is by catching a van. There’s a…

  • Don’t Throw Away Your Singapore Airlines Boarding Pass Just Yet!

    Don’t Throw Away Your Singapore Airlines Boarding Pass Just Yet!

    Singapore Airlines has partnered with Stores Specialists, Inc., to give exclusive discounts from premium brands like Samsonite, Coach, A/X Armani Exchange, Kenneth Cole, Boss, Bally, Kate Spade, Michael Kors, etc… SINGAPORE AIRLINES BOARDING PASS PRIVILEGES I was invited to the Boarding Pass Privileges (BPP) launch last week where we learned about this new program. Singapore…

  • How to Use Klook to Save Money When Travelling, Pt. 2 – Dining + Airport Express!

    How to Use Klook to Save Money When Travelling, Pt. 2 – Dining + Airport Express!

    If you haven’t read Part 1, please do so here. Part 1 talks about what Klook is, how I bought a local SIM card with internet, etc… Aside from mobile internet and MTR passes, I also bought some dining vouchers. Note: For the dining vouchers, Klook asks for the date when you will use it,…

  • How to Use Klook to Save Money When Travelling, Pt. 1 – Mobile Internet + MTR!

    How to Use Klook to Save Money When Travelling, Pt. 1 – Mobile Internet + MTR!

    I recently went on a trip to Hong Kong and China, and of course, I checked Klook.com for deals! I discovered Klook.com on a previous trip, and at the time, it seemed like nobody had heard of Klook. I wasn’t even sure if it was legit. Since then, I have used Klook several times –…

  • Novotel Staycation 2018 + Ice N Cream + Pastries Promo!

    Novotel Staycation 2018 + Ice N Cream + Pastries Promo!

    During the last long weekend (Valentine’s / Chinese New Year), we had a staycation at Novotel Manila Araneta Center. If you’re an avid reader of the blog, you know we’ve stayed at Novotel several times already. A few of the reasons I like Novotel are because of the hospitable staff, accessible location, and nearby mall…

  • Planning Your 2018 Travel? Singapore Airlines Promo Offers

    Planning Your 2018 Travel? Singapore Airlines Promo Offers

    It’s January! Are you planning your travel schedule for the rest of the year? If you are, and even if you’re not, check out these airfare deals from Singapore Airlines – as low as USD 150 all-inclusive roundtrip to Singapore! SHOWCASE AND TRAVEL FAIR 2018 Singapore Airlines recently held a media briefing on the promos…

  • Unlocking Manila: Why Ride-Sharing Can Be the More Practical Option

    Unlocking Manila: Why Ride-Sharing Can Be the More Practical Option

    How much time do you spend in traffic every year? On average, Metro Manilans spend 402 hours a year in traffic! Ouch! Imagine, 402 hours – that’s the equivalent of about 23 days! (not counting sleep) Twenty-three days that should have been better spent doing something more productive and more enjoyable: like vacations, hobbies, and family…