Bali Beach

Went to Bali Beach with my boss and his friends. They invited me to join them for lunch but it turned out to be an early drinking session. The session was actually fun especially since the place was windy, which made my warm day cool. Anyway, the Bali Beach is a local resort in Coron Island, its not that developed like other resort with fun water adventures and all the modern facilities or amenities. This is just a small place where you wanted to chill and spend time in a native cottage, a pinoy-way to enjoy the resort.

The beach faces the island known as the "sleeping-giant." 

 At the right portion of the beach, you could actually view the "Siete Pecados." Its actually 7 small islands and which is considered to have a wonderful spot for snorkeling because of its beautiful fish sanctuary. Just this afternoon, my boss told me that we might spend our weekend in the floating house in Siete Pecados. :D So i'm actually looking forward to that. 

Lastly, I just wanna share how happy I am when I got a tweet from Nix Nicolas. I was really ecstatic getting the Mt. Tapyas blog post featured in paper.li last April 29, 2013. Thank you!!

Explore the wonderful paradise.

Breathe and Live.

and Enjoy.

-o-

Pagudpud: a haven away from the city

NOTE:  I would like to say sorry for this very very late post. This was supposed to be posted a month ago , but I was just waiting for the other photos from my Aunt because she has better shots. Unfortunately, she was able to delete all the photos in her DSLR so I have to deal with a poor resolution shots.

Pagudpud would be probably the "Boracay of the North." Its white-sand and crystal blue water makes it a haven for tourist. It will never fail to surprise you how beautiful and serene the place is. 

Hannah's Beach Resort, is an exclusive and luxurious beach resort, located in  front of the famous Blue Lagoon (Maira-ira Beach) at Brgy. Balaoi, Malingay, Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte, Philippines. 

When you are in Hannah's, you would really have an amazing experience, which you will surely never forget. It gives you the feel as if you are in  Los Angeles, California, sunbathing and dipping in the beach. The whole place was actually a paradise because it gives you an extra-ordinary moment away from the metro or city.  

    Rooms are furnished with elegant and luxurious interior.  For accommodations, you can check it here

Of course, going to beach wouldn't be the same if you won't try to get some henna. haha. Because of this, I just can't wait for my future Boracay escape (I wonder when will that be.)

A stolen shot by my cousin, me with my aunt after the wonderful and amazing banana boat ride.

The place was filled with human-sized statue or sculptures of fictional characters like Gundam, Spongebob, Dinosaurs, Shrek Family, and even a huge Palayok (Pot). Too bad other photos were deleted so I have only few nice shots.

The view from the inside of Hannah's. It really looks like an exclusive subdivision of Los Angeles. Philippines do have world-class beaches, we just have to develop and preserve the beauty of it. We surely have everything to provide for the world and we can compete with other world-class beaches.

Me, fooling around with the sculpture of Mr. Bean. It surely doesn't look like him. Therefore, this is an epic fail of Mr. Bean's replica. hahahaha.

This is the view from the top of the Hannah's Resort, which captures a wonderful view of the whole resort.

It has been numerous times since I visited Pagudpud, but this is certainly the best experience I ever had. It really surprised me how beautiful this resort is. I just want to spend a night here with someone special to me. It would be fun if we have our other relatives spend this experience with us. 

Infinity pool on top of Hannah's Beach Resort.

Another pool on the other side of the resort. 

Adam's play is a playground for children. It has a trampoline, seesaws, slides and many more that children will really enjoy and have fun. 

On our way home, we decided to stop by in the famous leaning church of Ilocos Norte. The St. Andrew Church and the Belfry were constructed together in 1953, but the church was destroyed by an earthquake; hence the rebuilding of a new one.

We were not able to go to other must-see in Ilocos Norte because the trip was really exhausting. But I am looking forward for another Ilocos Norte Escapade with my Family. I know this would not be the last trip, since Vintar City of Ilocos Norte is our hometown. I shall return and conquer more adventure.

Dare yourself to take an adventure.

Feel being young, wild and free.

x o x o

3rd Day: Singapore Escape

This is the third day of my Singapore Escape.

The plan is to go for shopping, have lunch and meet with our relative in one of the malls in Singapore.

I decided to have a more relaxed and laid back outfit for the day, so I wore my 'boyfriend shorts', sweater and my high-cut shoes, which are comfortable for walking. I wanted to wear my slippers but the thought of walking the entire day, made me worry.

We are supposed to meet in Aljunied MRT stopover, but instead we went to the next stopover. Haha. Good Thing It was just one ride from Aljunied, so Ate Jo just met with us there and we bought coupon epass going to Bugis Junction.

Bugis Junction is actually famous for being one of the Fashion Obssession district in Singapore. 

Early in the morning, Bugis is already jam-packed with lots of people who are going for shopping.

This is a complex located just across the Bugic Junction. Ate Jo took a picture of me in front a Sex Store.

The store if named Sex Life. You have to be 23 years old to be able to go inside and buy stuffs. Also,No picture taking and food allowed inside.

Wonder why I was able to take some pictures? Its because the store was still closed during the time I was taking this! It was already late when I noticed the sign that states that picture taking is disallowed. hahaha. Yipee, at least I was able to have a picture before it opened.

The store sells sex toys such as Love dolls and game boards for your dream steamy night with your loved one. It will surely make your night extra special. Haha. Kidding.

Just look how crowded this complex is. Its just like Divisoria in Manila. Good thing here, you wouldn't worry for any thief or robbery. Its also clean and you could actually breathe well, unlike Divisoria where you hardly breathe.

Check this out! Look up close, Its their signature feature of the mall is its glassed-covered shopping street and its air-conditioned. It's the first glass-covered shopping mall in Singapore.

After spending our half-day roaming around the complex, we decided have some lunch in the house of Ate Jo's friend who was spending his birthday. He is also a Filipino who is working as an engineer for an Oil C Company; which means he really earns good. 

So we bought coupon e-pass for MRT going to our Ate Jo's Friend. 

Fun Fact: This is an Automated Coupon Machine which actually makes their life easier and simpler, its hassle free and you can actually just purchased it over a machine. Take note, in case you have a change, it will surely return it to you. 

Thus, if you reached your destination, you have to surrender the coupons and your 1 SG dollar will be refunded.

While waiting for the MRT. We sure do have a lot of plastic bags. :D

I could really see myself riding the MRT in Singapore. The life is actually fun and full of adventure. I really enjoyed hopping from one place to another.  In fact, I am afraid taking MRT alone, I just don't feel secured and safe when taking a MRT  in Manila.

After the MRT ride, we still have to cross the street and walk for a couple of minutes. While walking, I spot this cool and drooling car. o_0 woah.

We took our lunch over their place and it really feels like home since they served Filipino Dishes. The guy who is in Red Tank Top is the engineer who is celebrating the birthday. 

Fun Fact: It was quite shocking to see the inside of the apartment, it was cool and fresh. But once you step out the apartment the building seems old and very creepy.

After lunch and watching a movie over the place, we went to Lucky Plaza where my other relative was waiting for us there.

If Bugis was full of people, you would really get a head ache in Lucky Plaza since its more crowded in this place.

With my aunt (the one we we're waiting), mom, aunt Marie, ate Jo and me.

The very famous KOI Cafe which serves Bubble Milk Tea.

People are waiting patiently in the line just to taste this delicious Koi Bubble Tea

While waiting for the Bubble Tea, my mom and aunt were having a small talk with their cousin (I guess) 

Its sooooo delixoxo. :D 

Caramel Milk Tea - it was really good. I would love to have another one! :D

Look! I think this is just Regular-sized. Haha. It was really worth it and the bubble gelatin were really good.

After drinking the Bubble Tea and after the short talk, my other aunt has to say good bye since she has to go back to work. We decided to go across the street via underpass and went to Ion Orchard. 

 ION Orchard is known to its state of the art architectural design which actually won various awards for its unique and very edgy design.

This experience is really extra-ordinary and the shopping experience is beyond words to explain what I felt.

The underpass encased in a bubble-glass design! It was really beautiful. *Swear

Taken in front of two famous international brands: Louis Vuitton and Dior.

At last, my Aunt was able to purchased her Gucci. We actually had a hard time looking for the store, we have to walk around the mall just to look for it. Good thing, we found it. She was indeed happy to purchase one of her obsessions.

One of my Favorite Brand H&M, we actually searched for leather boots inside, but the quality of the boots are not that great so I told them that we'll just look for the Doc Martens Store instead.

This was in H&M when we were in escalator while looking for the male section.

Weeeeeh. At last, done shopping! Just took a shot in front of Candylicious before going to the Food Hall for Dinner, since everyone were hungry and tired.

You could really see our smiles when we saw this, we just couldn't wait till we could sit down and eat our dinner.

It's kinda lame since I forgot what name this dish is. Haha. This is sprouted beans, noodles, oyster and other spices. I love the taste at the start but as I eat more and more it makes me feel very full and I could barely finish it.

This is Noodles with sprouted beans and shrimp. I did not order this since I am kinda allergic with the shrimp and its not that appetizing unlike mine.

After the dinner, we decided to go home since it was getting late and ate Jo was going to have her work. It was really tiring again and seeing our hotel makes me want to sleep immediately. But my aunt told me to at least wash up before sleeping to wash up the dirt and dust on my body. (I felt I was a kid) Hahaha

Here's the shoes I bought. Courtesy of my Aunt.

Thank You for Everything Tita!! :D

There was no neutral or basic colored boots. So I chose this color since it goes well with my clothing pieces and it actually makes my skin fairer.

My first ever Doc Martens Boots, hope this is not the last I could purchase it. :D

I will surely save money just to avail another one maybe for my birthday! weeeeh!

We end our day by packing our bags for our flight the next morning. We had a little bit problem since I really wanted to bring the box home so I put it in my mom's stroller. Good thing my mom brought less clothes so she has lots of space on her bag! :D 

Finished packing my bags and I'm so ready to go to sleep. 

Zzzzz ^_^ 

Good night!!

xoxo