Will never book in Little Surfmaid Resort (La Union)

I initially inquired in Little surfmaid through facebook messenger (see conversation below). I called the reception and I believe our conversation went well because my tone was not in a b*tchy tone. When I was on the way home, I inquired more and their tone was off! I would like to share this with you to see how they treat inquiries.

Me: Hi, do you have a family room for about 7pax?
Little Surfmaid Hotel (LSM): No Me: What is the maximum number of person in a room? Thanks. LSM: Read this link. regards, Sie http://littlesurfmaidresort.com/accomodations.htm Me: Hi, doy ou still have "BIG SUITE WITH ONE SEPARATE BEDROOM&BALCONY" for Aug.1-2? LSM: Yes, we have one left. Sie Me: May view po ng beach right? Paano po magpa reserve? LSM: Please look up the below link to familiarize yourself with our policy fo advance bookings http://littlesurfmaidresor.com/accomodations.htm Me: Pede po rent ng 2 additional bed para po 6pax kami sa room? Me: we are deciding to be there on August 1 at around 6am, meron po kayo place to stay until check in time na 2pm? LSM: If suite is ready you can make use of it immediately at percentage of cost. If not we only have a parking area or you can sit in our restaurant. Pl. remember advance payment. Thanks, Sie.

----Had a phone conversation which I think went well and I am sure I don't have a bitchy tone---
Me: Yung room na available pa is beach view? LSM: yes Me: Meron pa daw yung room na 2900? LSM: Read the link we sent you, please Me: Meron pa available room for 2900? Plan namin mag rent 2 rooms instead Me: I cant open the link now LSM: Then do it later Me: Are you sure nasa site yung availability ng rooms for aug1-2? LSM: Yes, and we really do not have time for covering repeated subjects. Sorry Me: been looking aroudn your site but i can't find your avaialbale rooms for aug1-2. LSM: We do not have a site which gives you available rooms for a given day, and that is also not what you did. You called our reception where we verbally took the pain of explaining what we had already had put in writing. Therefore, it's clear to us, that we cannot satisfy you even when answers are already in the link we also sent you. Thus please find another hotel or resort on this beach and contact these. We are do not have time to answer questions we have already answered. Thank you

Natural skin care regimen

This list is recommended by Human Heart Nature.

Natural skin care regimen:

1. Cleanse: Purify your skin by removing dirt, oil, and excess make-up accumulated throughout the day. Alternate your Facial Wash with the Purifying Facial Scrub 2-3 times a week to gently exfoliate your skin, and then cap off the cleansing with a weekly facial with Detoxifying Mask+Scrub.

2. Tone: Toning with Face Toner removes deep seated dirt that may have been left behind by the wash. Plus, it primes your skin for easy absorption of moisturizer.

3. Spot-on Treatment: Combat pimples spot on with Acne Defense Solution Gel. It effectively helps keep pesky breakouts at bay without the burning, redness, drying or peeling that can further aggravate the skin.

4. Miracle Care: In the morning, apply a few drops of Sunflower Beauty Oil to areas that need special care and attention, such as under eyes, uneven skin tone or pigmented spots. At night, massage a few drops of Overnight Elixir all over your face and neck.

5. Moisturize Day & Night: Moisturize your face with 100% Natural Day Moisturizer before applying make-up. This helps your make-up last longer and blend well with your skin. Before going to bed, apply 100% Natural Night Moisturizer to help the skin increase its ability to regenerate newer cells and replenish moisture.

Itinerary for Magalawa Zambales Trip

This post that I have prepared are for our group that will travel to Magalawa Zambales this coming weekend (May16-17, 2015).  And for those that are interested in going, this might be of help.
Our package includes of the following (Php3000).

-resort entrance
-boat (port-resort-port)
-pitch of tent
-open cottage
-food(Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner-Breakfast)
     inclusive of drinking water
     softdrinks for lunch
-transpo (mnl-zam-mnl) - Nissan Urvan POK810 -with a/c
-island hopping (choice between bakala island and snorkling)

Notes:
-Bonfire setting is prohibited to protect the sands.
-Electricity is available from 6pm to 7am only using a generator
-P200 paluto fee
-lend you their cookwares at no extra charge
-location is great because it is just a short walking distance from sari-sari stores
-walk the island in 2 hours
-water and softdrinks are inclusive of package


Watch Out: 

• sandfly - use citronella
• rip current
• Food-ransacking dogs

Itinerary:

May16-12mn    ETD Manila
May16-630AM    ETA Ruiz Resort
        Stopover:NLEX petron-15mins
        Stopover:Jollibee, IBA
        5mins boat ride to resort   
May17-11AM    ETD Ruiz Resort

To Bring:

• citronella
• cooler
• paper plate
• utensils
• dishwashing soap
• water bottle
• canned goods
• 1L tequila - marlon mildred
• 1L tequila - abby alex jerome
• snacks - edwin
• spork
• pillow
• blanket
• Tent - edwin, warren, nats

Activities:
1.  Relax on Balsa
     -free if we chose island hopping - snorkling/"floating"

2.  Snorkling
     -Raymond said that we can no longer snorkle on the marine sanctuary area (in between magalawa and san salvador island)

3.  San Salvador snorkling
     -10 mins boat ride from magalawa
     -we can see giant clams (small coral garden)
     -I heard that there is an additional php200 for the maintenance fee

4.  Bacala Resthouse / Bacala Island
     -can be seen on the way to the giant clam

5.  Island Walk
     -walk around in 2 hours

 6.   Mangrove forest
     -20mins walk from ruiz resort
     -may also ride a boat going there

7.  Matalvis Island
     -Based on one of  the sources, this is a private island, and not sure if this is open for the public.

Sources:
http://angislako.blogspot.com/
https://www.facebook.com/MagalawaIslandRuizResort/notes
http://libot.blogspot.com/2011/05/beatiful-magalawa-island-in-zambales.html
http://www.filipinaexplorer.com/2014/03/a-complete-trip-guide-to-magalawa.html
http://www.thebookwormtraveler.com/2014/01/where-to-stay-in-magalawa-island-ruiz.html#comment-form
http://shoestringtravelers.com/?q=node/69

SSS UMID Application

I really don't want to get this kind of ID because no one is requiring me to.  The reason I decided to get one is for me to have an ID with the current address on it.  Since, I want it done in one go, I checked the requirements online and these are below.

1.  E1 Form
2.  2 valid id's (photocopy and original)

And I was shocked since neither was asked from me.  I have a feeling that they are just rushing things so that they would empty people inside their office and waiting.  With that, let me show you my steps in getting for the first time an SSS UMID.

1.  Get an application form from the desk and get a number to be called for the generalist.
     I initially printed the application form from their website but it was rejected since I have two (2) copies, one copy is the front page of the application form while the second copy are the details at the back of their form.  I just fill up again the form given by them instead.

2.  I felt like I was in an elementary public school due to how they call out numbers.  I didn't feel like I was in a government office.  See picture below.

3.  Person from the generalist will do some kind of verification and they will stamp something on your application form and they will ask you to go to window 8.  In able to line up for window 8, make sure to get another number from the front desk/guard.

4.  In window 8, you will be doing the following
     a.  Picture will be taken, if you have earrings, you need to take it off.
     b.  Signature signing
     c.  Thumbs and Index printing scanning

5.  You are all Done!

6.  Wait for 2-3 months for the ID to be delivered.  By this, make sure that someone will be attending the address given.  Also, if you are not around, you need to make an authorization letter with a photocopy of your ID.

Driver's License Renewal Process

Driver's License Renewal Process in Ayala Station, MRT

Since I only went with my boyfriend to renew his driver's license at Ayala MRT Station, I have nothing else to do except to play on my phone, browse facebook, and instagram.  After a while of waiting, I decided to jot down every step he had gone and thought of sharing this with all of you.

It all started when he asked me to take a picture of the requirement needed (eg. Nbi clearance) for the renewal of the license.  All I see are these photos posted just outside their office.

 

Here was our actual step upon renewing his license.

1.Show Old Driver's License at Window.  Application Form will be given and fill it out

          note:  Bring a pen with you

3.Go to the next door where it says “Medical”

At the medical window, give the filled application form with the payment of PHP200 for the medical test fee

4.Wait for your name to be called for the medical test (eye test only) – approx. 45mins in our case

5.The doctor will give back the filled application form and give this to Window 1 and wait (appr. 1 hr)

6.Window 2, will then call you for the picture and signature.

7.Note:  they use a webcam, if you are vain in looking good, I suggest that you put a lot of make up haha

8.Window 4, will call you for the payment of the renewal of driver's license which was PHP417.63

9.Done!  However, you will be given a paper license instead, and you have to go back after 3month to get the id itself.

Note:  Since the license is only a paper, you might be force to buy their mini plastic holder (PHP20)

How to be an awesome girlfriend

How to be an awesome Girlfriend

Being someone's Girlfriend is quite a responsible to deal with.  Since I have been with my boyfriend for seven years, I can say that we are working out well.  And he does compliment me a lot when we are with friends, and I can say that I am lucky, with this, let me tell you five secrets of mine.

1.  Be a Queen

Yes, you are just a queen, and that means that your boyfriend is the king.  This means you have to let him have the final decision.  As a girlfriend, it's your responsibility to give him options.  Remember, argument can come at any time, but just think that this isn't a fight, it is just a matter of telling him your opinion.

2.  Be his number  1 fan

Support him in every decision he has.  If you disagree with him, just tell him your thoughts, make sure that you tell him it in a nice way (e.g. sweet voice etc.).  Being a number one fan also means, that you laugh at his jokes.  It would be a better if you follow up on his jokes too.

3.  Be like everyone

Be his mom, sister, friend, and mistress.  You have to take care of his things, prepare his food, joke around him, and don't forget why he like you in the first place, being beautiful.  Why mistress?  You have to be a little playful, sneak in some cute actions like be passionate in public or with his family.

4.  Sports

If you both like the same sports, it will be great.  You two can watch the game together, surprise him with tickets and stuff.  If you have no idea what the sport he likes, ask him how it works and stuff.  I bet he would love explaining it to you.

5.  Time

Give him his own space.  Let him go out with friends once in a while, at the same time, you can go out with friends too!  Making him bond with friends just renew his kid at heart.

Now, I wonder how they can be an awesome boyfriend…

Convert to BDO installment payment

I will be visiting my sister in California for the following days.  As we all know, Apple products sell a lot cheaper there than in the Philippines.  Also, in Manila, we are fond of installment payment terms and I thought of this when I want to buy macbook air.  As per checking with BDO customer service, told me that there are things that are not allowed to be converted and these are the following.

Grocery Purchases
Gasoline Purchases
Drug Stores

 Also, BDO calls this service as Easy Convert/Easy Pay.

How to know your monthly due if you wish to push through.

Purchase rate * Factor Rate = Monthly Due

Term	Add-on Rates	Factor Rate
3	1.50%	0.3483375
6	1.50%	0.1816714
12	1.30%	0.0963348
18	1.50%	0.0705592
24	1.50%	0.0566671

Check more details in their site.

https://www.bdo.com.ph/promos/easy-convert-online-shopping