The Shopaholic In Me

Thanks to Jane for buying the above LeSportsSac Large when their family went to Guam last January. I actually failed to get it the last time we were in Guam last November. I trusted her instinct and I was so happy with what she got for me. Not to mention that the price is also a great steal!  On sale at $83!!! I love the prints! It would be a perfect weekender bag/carry on bag to hold the girls’ stuff  for our trip to US. This would do while I “still cannot” afford an LV Keepall 50!

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So what did we finally get from the Travel Expo deals last Feb 19-21?

We decided to take Philippine Airlines again for our trip to the US.  I was open in the idea of checking other airlines and I am more amenable with a flight with lay-away so I can tire the kids (lol!) and they would just sleep through the flight.  But after checking all travel agencies in the Expo, we were down to two options:  China Airlines vs Philippine Airlines.  An almost $200 price difference per passenger matters a lot if we are flying as a family.  China Airlines was $187 less than PAL. But it was the husband who decided.  We went for PAL.  

We were able to get extra 3000 miles per passenger since we booked and paid during the expo. These were on top of the 14,000 miles to accumulate for MLA-LAX-MLA.   Worth the cueing for the long line.  I actually went Friday to book our flight already and we just went back Saturday to pay for it.  Good thing we were allowed not to line up anymore when we just paid for the tickets.  

We almost earned close to 75,000 miles with that transaction as we even used our CC that accummulates points for miles conversion.  Those points can go a long way already.  Yahoo!  Great deal indeed! Meaning, got to use those miles again for another trip!

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Check out PAL booth and get these Promotional deals available during the Travel Tour Expo which would start tomorrow, Feb 19 till Sunday, Feb 21. 

• For all international flights – up to 66% lower than normal rates
• For domestic flights – All-inclusive fare of as low as P777 on one-way tickets between Manila and any point in Luzon or the Visayas (and also on the Cebu-Davao route), and P1,777 between Manila and any Mindanao point.  These fares are exclusive of Aviation Security Fee (ASF) and valid for travel between July 1 and August 31, 2010
• Avail of a two-day pass at Hong Kong Disneyland when you purchase tickets between Manila and Hong Kong.  This promo, an exclusive tie-up between PAL and Hong Kong Disneyland, is available for travel until 28 February 2010  
  
• For Mabuhay Miles members who purchase tickets at the PAL booth 
  1,000 bonus miles for Round-trip domestic 
  2,000 bonus miles for Round-trip Asian destination 
  3,000 bonus miles for Round-trip International
• Every round-trip Mabuhay Class ticket (except “Buy 1 Take 1” fares) purchased in the Philippines earns the equivalent miles of an economy award ticket on the same route
• The first 50 visitors to buy round-trip tickets from Manila to the US, Vancouver or Australia automatically get free tickets to the Cats Now & Forever musical to be staged here in the Philippines.  Show starts on 24 July 2010 at CCP Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo
• PAL has also joined hands with two of the country’s leading banks, Allied Bank and Philippine National Bank. Credit-card holders of these banks will enjoy zero interest for up to three months on deferred payment when they purchase tickets at the PAL booth

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It would be this friday, February 19-21, 2010 at SMX Convention Halls 2, 3, 4.  I am hoping to get good deals including our round trip airfare tickets to US this May.  The husband really asked me to come.  He has a contact to Amadeus, the software provider for all travel agencies.  I hope his friend could lead me to the cheapest fare being offered

So if you are also planning for your next trip or even not yet decided where to head out to, try going also to check out great deals!

Check out the site here.

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is all in my mind recently. I have been busy checking out the rates of different airlines from different agencies for our upcoming trip to the US. I am also busy corresponding with an agent from a vacation property management called 3rd Home. We wanted to avail of their home exchange program available to members. The program is like exchanging your second home with some other luxurious vacation homes all over the world. You would get to enjoy and gain exclusive access to beautiful resorts and even those private destinations. 3rd Home’s objective is to allow home owners of vacation homes to have a different getaway experience. The program create the finest, luxury, second home exchange program all over the world. They do maintain the highest standard in the industry. Some of their most popular destinations for vacation rentals are located in Miami, Florida, Palm Springs California and Nantucket Massachusetts. Since we are preparing for our trip this May, we would would like to look at the option of trading with their other members for beach villas in Mexico or nice mansions in Miami Beach. In fact, in the future, we would also like to try those upscale lofts in France and even those log homes in Colorado. Oh, I just love planning for travel escapades!

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Seats to Japan and Korea for as low as P2,499!

Fly to Japan and Korea with our seat sale for as low as P2,499. The seat sale starts now until November 8, 2009, for travel beginning January 15 to March 15, 2010.

Avail of the P2,499 ‘Go Lite’ seat sale fare to Manila-Incheon, Cebu-Incheon and Cebu-Busan flights, this is 35% lower than the lowest year-round fare of P3,899! Those with check-in luggage will just add P100 upon booking.

We fly daily from Manila and Cebu to Incheon, and twice weekly from Cebu to Busan.

Manila to Osaka bound passengers can avail of 52% discount off the lowest year-round fare of P5,499, with our seat sale fare of P2,599. We fly every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday to Osaka.
Hurry, book your seats now at www.cebupacificair.com.

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This is for those planning for a trip to some asian destination soon…

Snagged from PAL Website…

Available at www.philippineairlines.com or call PAL Reservations at (02) 855-8888 or visit PAL ticket office.

For sale and ticketing from 25 to 30 October 2009 only. 

 Book and buy your tickets now!!

Prices listed below are EXCLUSIVE of government taxes (in the Philippines and foreign destinations) and other fees that are to be collected at the airport. 

APPLICATION:

• Valid for round trip travel on economy class.

TRAVEL VALIDITY:

• Valid from 04NOV09 to 10DEC09 and 11JAN10 to 04FEB10 for OUTBOUND TRAVEL

MINIMUM and MAXIMUM STAY: 

• 2 days/8 days

SALES RESTRICTIONS:

• Tickets must be issued on/after 25OCT09 and on/before 30OCT09
• Extension of ticket validity is not permitted

RESERVATIONS, PAYMENT AND TICKETING:

• Tickets must be issued 24 hours after confirmed reservations or on/before 30OCT09 whichever is earlier
• For reservations confirmed on 30OCT09, tickets must be issued on 30OCT09
• Changes are not permitted 
     – rebooking/rerouting/reissuance/upgrading/endorsement are not permitted
• Fares and surcharges are non-refundable
• No child/infant discount

MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS:

• Mileage accrual and Service Class Upgrade award do not apply on this fare
• Free Baggage Allowance is 15 kilograms 

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I really wonder when I could go to El Nido???!!! It is one of my dream destinations!  

They have a promo again…

Take advantage of El Nido Vacation Package from
October 12-December 19, 2009!
 
Slots are limited so book your vacation now!
Please forward to your friends who might be interested to avail.
 
Miniloc Resort for 2 Nights / 3 Days at the Garden Cottage

Triple Sharing – P25,000
Twin Sharing – P27,000
Single– P32,000

Lagen Resort at 2 Nights / 3 Days at the Forest Room

Triple Sharing            P32,000
Twin Sharing             P34,000
Single                      P38,000

Rates are inclusive of Roundtrip airfare, accommodations, full board meals and activities.
 
FLIGHTS TO/FROM EL NIDO

Daily Flight Schedule are as follows via chartered flights with Island Transvoyager, Inc (ITI) from Manila.:

Manila~El Nido   ETD  0730H 1130H  1500H

El Nido~Manila   ETD 0930H 1300H  1700H

Note:  Children 2 – 6 years old sharing room with adults get free accommodation,
meals, tours, and transfers. Children 7 – 11 years old sharing room with adults will
automatically be charged Child Supplement of PhP 2,000.00 nett per child per night.
Children 12 years old and above are considered adults and shall be charged adult rates.

For inquiries, please call  Tel. No. 401-3511 or 638-3296
adventures@travelrewardsclub.ph 

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It took me weeks before finally deciding to stay just for a night in the city in Marco Polo Gateway in HongKong.  There were another of “not so good” reviews from TripAdvisor but still took my chances. The verdict? I was very happy with the hotel. I heart its location to bits! Never stayed on that side of the city before since we were always booked somewhere HongKong Island or on the side of Jordan. But this time, since we have kids in tow, we really have to find a hotel which is right at the heart of shopping mall. Yes, Gateway was right smack in the center of Harbour City. I love our room because it was big. Bigger than our Disneyland Hollywood Hotel actually. We got a deluxe room at the price of superior room. I got lucky when I was about to book already that I was able to get this promo. The only thing I didn’t like on the room is their old door. They still use the typical door knob and not the vingcards yet. The bathroom is huge too.

If you are really going to HongKong for shopping, I would bet for Marco Polo Gateway as a perfect location. It was near MTR stations, H&M store and those flagship stores of designer brands. Just hold on to your pockets!

I heart this hotel. I would really consider staying again on this hotel.

Here are pictures of our room…

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on where to stay in HongKong…

          HongKong Disneyland Hotel and

          Marco Polo Gateway

It’s final and both are booked already.

I’m excited for the latter.  Harbour City here I come!  

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Yes, I have checked the rates, if you will get the promo rate…roundtrip to LA or SFO is just 619usd! what a great, great deal!
And roundtrip to Sydney is just $580! It’s crazy! Now, I want to go to Sydney and visit a very good friend! I wonder if the husband would approve! I am prepared to be turned down! lol!

The only WAY-TO-GO is via PHILIPPINE AIRLINES

Promo Fares!!  Promo Fares!!

Planning to have a break?  Now is the perfect time  to treat yourself, family or friends to a perfect vacation to your favorite Philippine Airlines’ destination with our LOW LOW FARES. 

We bring back our WAY-TO-GO Promo Fares. Avail these exciting LOW LOW FARES

 US$98
Manila to Taipei

US$108
Manila to Hong Kong and Macau

US$128
Manila to Bangkok, Saigon and Singapore

US$158
Manila to Jakarta

US$198
Manila to Shanghai

US$218
Manila to Osaka

US$298
Manila to Beijing

US$468
Manila to Honolulu, Sydney and Melbourne

US$528
Manila to San Francisco, Los Angeles and Las Vegas

Just add as low as US$30 to travel from Cebu (Via Manila) or US$50 to travel from Davao (Via Manila)

Roundtrip Economy Class All-In Fares
Selling Period: 27 July – 03 August 2009
Outbound Travel Period: 16 August – 30 September 2009( Regional and Honolulu)
Taipei, Hong Kong, Macau, Bangkok, Saigon, Singapore, Jakarta, Shanghai
Osaka, Beijing, Sydney, Melbourne,Honolulu
Outbound Travel Period: 01 September – 25 December 2009 (International)
Los Angeles, San Francisco, Las Vegas

Exclusive of Government Taxes
Confirmed reservations are required for all sectors
Tickets must be issued within 72 hours after reservations are made, but not later than 03 August 2009
Limited Seats
Non-rebookable/ Non-refundable/ Non-endorsable/Non-reroutable
Ticket will earn segment count towards Elite tier qualification
Ticket cannot be used in conjunction with an Upgrade Travel Certificate (UTC) or Service Class Upgrade Award
No Mileage accrual
Other Travel Conditions apply

For bookings and inquiries:
click: www.philippineairlines.com
call: PAL Reservations: Manila- (632)8558888 or (632)8557888 -Elite, Premier Elite members and Million Milers, Cebu- (032)3400191 or (032)3403107- Elite Premier Elite members and Million Milers, Davao- (082)2220366 or (082) 2215513, or your Travel Agent
visit: PAL Ticket Office: CLICK HERE for contact details of PAL Ticket Offices nearest you or your Travel Agent

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Amazing deal huh! We have been to Puerto Princesa but not yet to El Nido. This is one of the places we would like to go to in the future. Looks like they have a nice promo right now. All guests who have been there have all good words to say about the place. I wish we could have the same experience as well. But we are done for travel plans for the year. For the meantime, I can only wish for it!

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literally!  Do you remember that TV commercial?  PAL offered a 50% on miles redemption from June 1-10 and which I think has been extended until June 24.  And with that offer, I cannot resist not to make plans on travel.  The husband finally said “no” to the trip I wanted this July.  In other words, my hotel booking through the timesharing membership is already forfeited.  But I actually haven’t cancelled at all since my SIL would still check if she can go with me!  lol! (that’s supposed to be in Bangkok) 

In exchange, despite the swine flu, the October plan to travel to HongKong with the kids has been moved to the month of September.  I’m excited for this as it would be the first time of the kids there.  Of course, we would bring them to Disneyland HK.  Instead of the 15,000 miles needed for a round-trip ticket to HK, we were able to redeem it at 7,500 each only.  That means, the expiring miles we have on September have been utilized.  Isn’t great?  

And since we still have another 30,000 miles remaining, we decided to still use it up to maximize the promo.  Next destination?  The island of Guam on November!  We were able to claim 3 round-trip tickets already with the remaining miles cause instead of 20,000 miles each, it was down to 10,000 each.  We just got our other daughter a “paying ticket.”  I just hope it’s not stormy that time.  But whatever it is, I’m so giddy-happy.  Know why?  It’s tax-free shopping in Guam!  (see me smiling from ear to ear! grin!)

This promo of mabuhay miles is so “sulit!”  I would really recommend getting a credit card that is tied up to mabuhay miles.  Our miles mostly came from our points from credit card charges.  This 50% off redemption is actually a yearly thing.  We only paid taxes for our round-trip tickets.  Mind you, the tax to HongKong and Guam are just the same.  It was only at Php4,903/pax for the round-trip.  It was surely a great savings for us so we can have more room for shopping money!

Thanks to the husband for agreeing with all the plans!  

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Tomorrow will be the trip. Excited but will definitely miss the kids and the husband. The husband said he should have joined me for this trip.  Now, he’s talking  (nasa huli talaga ang pagsisisi).  So instead, he asked me to buy him 2 shoes, shirts, ties and perfumes.  Yikes, dami nun ah.  And he promised last night for another HK trip with the kids by summer of next year.  (di pa man din ako nakakaalis, i’m planning na for another trip!  hihihi)  We are saving up for the miles you know!  We are close to getting 4 round trip tickets through credit card purchases via Mabuhay Miles.  

Anyway, I’m the official tour guide for this trip cause the two cousins haven’t been there!

First Day:

1. Check in the hotel.
2. Go to Marco Polo Gateway (window shop; shopping)
3. Go to Macau for a day tour till evening
4. Try to go to Night Market

Second Day:

1. Business Meeting
2. Go to Hong Kong Island (Causeway Bay, Wan Chai)
3. Move around Tsim Tsa Tsui
4. Ikea
5. Victoria’s Peak
5. Shopping around

Third Day:
1. Early check out
2. Lantau Island
3. Tun Chung
4. Check in Disneyland Hollywood Hotel
5. Disney Park till evening

Forth Day:

1. Disney Park
2. Check-out Disneyland Hollywood Hotel
3. Go back to Disney Park
4. Back to Manila

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I will be going to HongKong this October 14-17.  Yes, you read it right, just me and not going to be with Dicky and the kids.  After a lot of pulling and pushing, the husband doesn’t want to go.  He didn’t allow me to even bring just Margaux.  I will be going to HK with my cousins to actually check out a business matter.  One of them asked me to accompany her since she hasn’t been there.  Can you imagine?  She’s been to different countries but not HK.  So she seeked out my help, since she knows that I have been to HK a couple of times already.  

Of course, this will be coupled with pleasure and a lot of shopping I bet.  And with Dicky not around, I might end up buying another LV bag!  Yay!  

Hmmm…

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