Tanza Oasis: Day 2

I spent the whole night in our room, well, almost, I still needed to move down for dinner - mind you, the food is exceptional so far.


I told you last time that I will explore the whole place to obtain more information. I did and here's what I saw, in no special order.



• Safari Swimming pool
• Sagobe Poolside Bar
• Kids Playground
• Beach Cottages
• Basketball Court
• Elevator
• Function rooms

Consider their rates and see if they are practical.


Their amenities are great naman.

2 things I guess disappoint me though. The pool - the odor of chlorine is too strong like they poured 12 gallons in it. I don't think I can let Ayvan swim sa ganoong amoy. And the beach is not that, you know, tempting or maybe it's just me who's a lover of a white sand beach.

If you are going to ask me if I will come back. Well, yes with my kinfolk.

This place gets 4/5 rating from me. The waiters and other staff are courteous, friendly and maasahan, when you ask something or pag may problem sa room like maiwan ung keycard sa loob mabilis sila magrespond.

So guys from the south this place is a good place to go.

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Tanza Oasis: Day 1

Every year our company organizes an outing for us and I never missed one since I started working with them. This is one of the few events we look forward to each year. When chikahan is not limited, alcohols are everywhere and party till dawn. These sorts of events makes our company unique from other BPOs. This is the reason too why most of us stays - because we are having fun and we feel appreciated.

And this year they chose Tanza Oasis. This is our 2nd time here actually. Everything was nice and good, unlike 2 years ago. The food was tasty and they have wifi na inside the function rooms and hotel suites - cool!

I have no idea of their rates because sagot lahat ng company even our transpo. I'll explore later and post them soon.





It was so hot when we arrived. Hindi ko na nga makita tong pinikturan ko. Kaya hindi pantay. Hihi


The spacious lobby.


One of their function rooms that, can I think accommodates 300 pax.


Sumptuous lunch serves via buffet style.


It is fully air conditioned and of course has personal care amenities.


Storage. There's actually a personal fridge below that closet.


There's a television and free wifi.


The cozy bathroom.


And because I am not in the mood to swim, rest nalang muna and blogging. Staycation lang ang peg. :)

I will roam around later so I can share you the other things that Tanza Oasis Hotel and Resort has.

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‘NO VISA’ POLICY FOR FILIPINOS - A Fake

An article online made my day last Tuesday.

When I first read the article I shouted Hallelujah! Finally. It was shared and gone viral just an hour after it was published.

No need for a VISA when visiting US!? Who would not bite that? 'twas a fake.

I think everyone will agree with me that getting a US VISA is a huge pain in the ass and a long horrible process.

Hearing or knowing that US announce ‘NO VISA’ POLICY was a good news and a relief for Filipinos who has been battling to get a US Visa.

It saddens me to recognize that the article was false. Honestly, a hope grew inside me. A hope that my son and husband can visit his Grandmother in California by just providing their photos. Haaays.

I even shared the article on my personal Fb account only to found out that it was fake. :(

According to Manila-US Embassy

"There has been no change in US visa policy for Philippine citizens wishing to travel to the United States. The Philippines has not been added to the list of countries eligible for participation in the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). If there are any changes regarding VWP-participant countries, the information will be reflected on this website."

Oh well, this will serve as a lesson for me. - Not to believe everything online (charge to experience).

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Heroes of the City App for Kids

Heroes of the City is a television cartoon about rescue vehicles in a small town where everyone can be a hero!

Follow the fantastically exciting adventures along with friends in town.  Meet Paulie Police Car and Fiona Fire Engine as they help the townspeople find thieves, put out fires, and solve one of the many mysteries that happen in the otherwise quiet town. You will also get to know Calamity Crow, the most unlucky bird in town.

Emphasizing friendship, Heroes of the City contains a great deal of warmth and what may be accomplished by helping each other. The cartoon is primarily targeted at children age 2 – 6

Heroes of the city is created by Ruta Ett DVD AB

Contact: info@rutaett.com

Homepage: www.hotc.nu

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeroesOfTheCity

Trailer: http://vimeo.com/73244439

Heroes of the City Movie App

The Heroes of the City Movie app! An all-in-one, safe and fun children's application.

This is a perfect app for children 2-6 year. 

The app includes both movies and games. 

The content is fully adapted to the target audience and is based on the popular television series Heroes of the City.

Features: 

More than six hours of entertaining movies!

Nine exciting games!

Air Play function for your Apple TV!

Collect trophies to unlock your own secret surprise!

One full movie episode, 3 games and a music video for free.

Available to download for free here:

Apple device:  https://itunes.apple.com/app/heroes-of-the-city-movie-app/id602592310

Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rutaett.HeroesMovie&hl=en

Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rutaett.HeroesMovie&hl=en

Trailer: http://vimeo.com/73132390

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Get Hooked on DIY event

Last Sunday at SM Megamall activity Center, Good Housekeeping Magazine launched a Do-It-yourself event in partnership with 3M Philippines. The event was for the whole day 10AM to 8PM but the program started 3PM to 5PM. 

There were also several fun activities earlier on the event.

It was hosted by the ever beautiful Angel Jacobs. She's so georgous and stunning! 

Tisha Alvarez Angluben Editor in Chief of Good Housekeeping Magazine gave a few words.

I got the chance to meet other Mommy Bloggers. Some with their cutie patotie.

There was a workshop were lots of creative ideas  thrown out on how to organize a room or party using Command products. How to install the hooks. Here are their sample ideas.

And yes if you're creative enough the ideas goes on and on!

The last part of the event was the interview of the TEAM Kramer! - they are beautiful! Kendra was amazing and lovely. 

We had our pictorial moment after the event but of course, time is meaningful to us, mothers, so we did not have the chance to do a lot of chika, maybe next time.

Marie, Me, Lally at the back, Nerisa, Lai and Angie

Thank you Good Housekeeping Magazine for having me in this event. I had fun as well as other mommy bloggers who attended. And to Alwee Villarosa (Media Relation Associate of Summit Media) Thanks for the accommodation.

Become a fan on Facebook via Facebook.com/goodhousekeeping.ph 

Follow them on Twitter via @ghphils

You can read Good Housekeeping straight from your tablets by downloading the e-magazine at www.summitnewsstand.com.ph

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Nurture Run 2014: #LetsBeReal, Filipina Mothers

We've all been told that breastfeeding’s best for babies; but why are less than half of Filipina mothers opting for exclusive breastfeeding?

Reality bites, and in fact, recent figures released by the Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI-DOST) say that breastfeeding rates are at 47 percent and more alarmingly, there are actually areas in the country that have breastfeeding rates of only 27 percent. That’s 7 out of 10 mothers who opt for infant formulas and other artificial milk substitutes.

Beauty, Brains and Breastfeeding together with UNICEF are looking to shift this mindset. “Filipina mothers aren’t keeping it real and we want to help change that,” says Iza Abeja, Executive Director of Beauty, Brains and Breastfeeding.

Nurture Run 2014

In keeping with the thrust to promote, support and protect the rights of the breastfeeding mother and child, BBB is organizing the Nurture Run, one of the biggest breastfeeding awareness initiatives in the country to date. More than 10,000 runners and breastfeeding advocates are expected to join Nurture Run.

Iza also shares that proceeds of the Nurture Run will go to mobilizing skilled counselors, sustaining mommy groups and organizing breastfeeding awareness activities as well as supporting Milk Banks through Milk Letting Days.“All these initiatives will be carried out in strategic areas in the country specifically in disaster prone provinces,” notes Iza. “As the recent disasters in Tacloban, Bohol and Zamboanga have taught us, breastmilk can save lives.”

The Nurture Run is set oriinally on April 13, 2014 Sunday but was reschuled on May 18, 2014 from 5:30 am to 10:00 am at the Quezon Memorial Circle.  It covers 3km and 5km options with race kits costing PHP 450.00 inclusive of the race bib and Nurture Run shirt. The event is co-presented by UNICEF, International Labour Organization (ILO), National Nutrition Cluster group for Haiyan/Yolanda and Department of Health (DOH) in coordination with venue-host the Quezon City Government.

“Our children deserve the most genuine form of care and nutrition they can get. Support breastfeeding and help us spread the word by joining the ‘Nurture Run.’”

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Nurture Run 2014 Media Launch

Last 20th of March 2014 I had been a part of the Nurture Run 2014's media launch. It was organized by Beauty, Brains and Breastfeeding together with UNICEF. It was held at Recess by Chef Chris in Jupiter St. Makati City. I was one of the lucky bloggers who went to the event. I've learned a lot about the benefits of breastfeeding and honestly speaking, most of the information that I heard are new to me. I nursed my son for only three months and I regret that I did not keep it. There are several reasons, but after the event, I understood those reasons are not enough to not to provide my son the right nutrition that he deserves.

I have jotted down of what I picked from the speakers of that event.

• Breastfeeding is not something to prepare - No cash needed. It's the practical choice for providing babies with proper nutrition.
• It can protect the baby from allergies
• It connects child and mother - Love and care, eye contact
• Minimize the risk of obesity
• Improves intellectual capacity
• Lower the risk of SID (Sudden Infant Death)
• It reduce mother's risk of postpartum depression

...And more!

Here are photos I've taken that night. Please excuse my not-so-high-tech-digi-cam.

 PR materials

The venue (Recess by Chef Chris)

Lanie, Anne and yours truly

Touringkitty and Bedalyn

The stage set up

The lovely host Patricia Hizon

Executive Director of Beauty, Brains & Breastfeeding.

Source

The boys played balloons (icebreaker)

The sumptuous food prepared by Chef Chris

The second speaker Kate Demetrio

Did you know that Iza breastfed her son until his 10th year birthday?

Organizers had a raffle that evening and they are the winners.

Mommy Bloggers Philippines

I was glad that the most of the bloggers attended the event were women and were properly informed about nursing topics and all. To show my support  I will post the press release of the Nurture Run 2014 shortly.

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