Teletech 2013 Summer Fun!

Let us rock the 80's. That is the theme for this year's summer fun. Prior to the summer outing, we have had dress up with the 80's. I know I was a bummer for not participating. It just not my kind of thing. Well, going back to the summer outing. We have this year's outing at Bahura Resorts and Spa at Dauin, Negros Oriental. I always dream of being in this place. The problem is- everyone I knew already has been to this place so I was left with no one to come and join me here. So knowing this would be the place of the event, got me happy big time! Free food, drinks, and most of all it's a whole lot of free fun. I am always so proud of our company's summer getaway, as it is always the best. They always gives us the best parties. So, let's start this year's water fun!

Entrance Fee: P500 (consumable)

This place is also famous for wedding receptions.

This resort is a 5-hectare land with 8 luxurious villas and 32 well-appointed rooms, plus facilities, such as 2 free-form infinity pools and a PADI dive center. Photo credits to Bahura.

We were permitted to log out ahead of time. We fervently pray for it..:) kidding! So we went to the venue all ready for summer and so ready in getting a tan. We were kinda late. The program has already started as the event started at around 11:00 AM. We arrived at around 12:30 PM.

We took some photos on the photo booth. We were like starving already, so go straight to the table and helped ourselves with the food. Before we knew it, we have not finished our plate because we got hooked with the presentations. It was really fun, and we were cheering for our team. We have not grabbed the champion trophy but we had fun. We never really did grabbed any champion trophy though from the beginning, because we just have fun with the presentation...:) I guess that is what really matters.

The host

Charter presentation.

Rated SPG.

 

Recognition of our Top Supervisors for the month of January, February, and March.

Just when the company party presentation ended, everyone went on and do whatever they pleases. We did our thing too. Camera whoring also is the new gig.

A couple of trows with the Frisbee plate.

A little sip on that ice-cold beer.

Just for fun.

These dudes clearly does not want to pay for the corkage fee of P500.

The water was beyond okay. It was fantastic!

Having some hot pool dip with Phioxee and Val.

After a few shots. A result.

mwah!

Compared to my other company outing, I must say this is one of those labelled "okay lang." It was not awful but it was not that "fantastic." Maybe because we had some struggles for the past month as an account, and there has been a couple of drastic changes. A lot of my companion are new to the company too, so they are a bit reserved, timid, and shy. I guess I just miss my previous "pool party-mate". I miss my old colleagues, supervisors, and bosses too, but everyone has to move on. Anyway, enough of my over thinking thoughts again. You guys enjoy your summer rendezvous with either your family, friends, or whoever and get a tan. It's the season's color. Till my next beach bum post...xoxo!

Tagaytay City

This would be my last post for my Manila or Luzon trip so to speak. Sorry to be out of space this past few days, I have some internet connection issues. Anyhow, I really did enjoy my short visit, so last stop is at Tagaytay City. Excited so much! I was really on my toes, and I was the one who really pushed the Tagaytay side trip. I even helped my friend Dean with the van rental negotiation and so on. So, I woke up early, took a couple of walk to grab a Starbucks coffee just along the United Nations Avenue, and a breakfast at Chowking. I promised my self to eat only a little because I don't want to eat too much when I am on for a road trip.

The van was settled for P4000 for the whole day from Manila to Tagaytay.  It was supposedly only good for 12 seats but we were 15, so the driver have no choice but agreed on our terms...wahaha (evul laugh)

It was a 2 hour ride perhaps.

While we are heading Tagaytay, you can't help but notice the fruit and flower stalls along the highway. You can as well see furniture stores along side. How I wish I can stop and buy my mom the Last Supper wood carving she dreams of having. Oh well! That can wait some other time...:)

Tagaytay City is one of the Philippines tourist destination because of the scenic view over the Taal Lake and not to mention the comfort of their cold weather. Tagaytay is one of the third-class city in the Philippines and is 55 km away from Manila if you pass through the Aguinaldo Highway. It would be like roughly 2 and a half hour I think from Manila if I am not mistaken with traffic. For our first stop People's Park.

Entrance of P15. The Jeepney ride would be for P5. Not bad.

This view is breathtaking.

I did some shopping here.

We got starved after that short ride from Manila and after that site seeing extravaganza. This is the most funny and embarrassing moment. Promise! We actually don't know where to eat, and my friend's tita suggested Leslie's. The driver parked the van somewhere near the exit, and he refused to joined us inside. So we were like, sure Manong? So we went there and sat down, opened the menu, and viola! It's perfectly expensive. I'm not saying I can't afford it, it just that some can't really splurge into their food. We slowly got out of the restaurant, and looked for Manong driver. He was literally laughing! Like laughing! We told him, he should have warned us first! We then tried RSM. We learned this time, we sent 2 of our friends to take a peek at their menu and see if everybody can afford it. It was okay, but still expensive. So we gave up and asked Manong Driver, where we can eat and taste their famous bulalo. He said "Mahogany." I was like okay. We really didn't expect he took us to the market place. We were like laughing our hearts out! We were too tired so I guess we don't have a choice anymore. We don't want to eat in a fast food chain.

We or at least I ordered a lot. I never was expecting their viand serving would cost P150 each regardless of the kind. I was like omeegash! So, we were all so excited for the Bulalo. But I was just so disappointed with the taste..:( Actually, all of the food are like karenderia taste. But what do I expect right?, well my ex's mom does the best Bulalo I've ever tasted in my entire existence- like no kidding. I was hoping they would top that, but sadly it didn't. One thing that got me irritated are the Espasol vendors. I don't mean to be mean. I kindly told her, i'm okay, and I don't want to buy one, because I tasted one in People's Park, and it was okay. I am not a big fan of it, but she insisted, and she was at first selling it for 4 packs for P100, so some of my friends bought one set, and later when we are about to leave, they were like chasing us, and bargaining their Espasol for 9 packs for P100!!!! I was like, why would you guys want to buy that? I'm sorry. I was just ranting. I just feel so irritated that whenever I remember my Tagaytay trip, I also remember Espasol. I know it's childish, but what the heck? I'm just saying. So let's move on...weewh! We went to Picnic Grove.

P35 parking fee, P50/pax entrance fee.

I enjoyed the view. This I think is the best spot to see Taal Lake's grandeur. I was looking at the whole scene for like 5 minutes without blinking. I am not kidding. I love the air of Tagaytay here, and I love the feel of nature and the wonder of Taal Lake is just priceless.

This is also one of their adventure park. I was just not in the mood to ride anything.

It wasn't that a perfect ride, but we had fun anyway. At times it's the companionship that really matters. One thing I've learned and would like to advise you guys, bring your own food. Tagaytay is for picnics. That's for sure. It would be nice to be in this place and not being able to spend so much and then ends up ranting like me...lols! Anyway, every trip has its story. This sure is one of them. Espasol! My next post would be all for Summer. So excited. I missed you guys!...xoxo!

Another day or two in Manila...

So back to my Manila Trip as a continuation of this post. We stayed at the Manila Hostel Bay- a fine place I must say. Their comfort rooms are clean, their rooms are air conditioned, it's safe, affordable, and the most important is the location of which is right in heart of Manila. Unfortunately, I don't have a personal photo of the place, you may check it out on their website here. Locating this place though is tricky, so a simple advice, use your GPS and ask a bit. Now, being in this place made us near to the Luneta Park. I originally wish to jog in the place very early in the morning, but waking up so early is a huuuuuge challenge and I opt to just doze off instead. I walked to the park right after the conference let's see how it went.

Very patriotic!

Right after the conference, I don't want to waste my time sleeping at the hostel and wait for the time, I asked Ate Cath to come and join me. I wanted to see first hand the most famous Luneta Park. I wanted to see how it feels or what people usually do. I know all parks are the same, but I sometimes just want to sit, walk a bit, and observe people especially if I am not in my own hometown. It helps you understand people better. It fascinates me.

We got stuck in the middle of the traffic. Might as well take photos...:)

Visiting the Ocean Park came across my mind after strolling the Luneta Park, but I have a limited time, and we still need to look for some place to eat. I also want to try riding LTR more than I wanted to see the jelly fish...haha So I woke the boys up and urge them to get ready for BGC (Bonifacio Global City). I love this place the first time I've been here and I wanted to experience it at night, but we need to feed our hungry stomach first. We went to Market Market- which by the way was not the best idea. The place is jam-packed. Every restaurant is dead full!

We dined at Kamay Kainan at Market Market, Taguig. Their food are actually a so-so. A typical buffet restaurant. But hey, do we have a choice here? We tried to taste every a bit of everything they serve. It was okay- just enough to feed you so to say. Nothing special or whatsoever. Panawid Gutom!

It was a never ending walk that almost got me giving up. Remember how I told you that I am not a big fan of walking; especially they were like running while walking to catch a bus, well it shows. I kept on complaining and asking along the way. We reached BGC after a couple of walk. Whew! I literally rest my toes on that platform.

This place is divine after walking through the streets.

He sang so good, you can't help but share the love!

I was relieved to see available cabs along BGC streets..:) They decided to go to Greenbelt 4. I have no idea where it is, good thing I am confident riding cabs. I just need to know how much is the fair from the my standpoint just to make sure the driver won't deceive us, and what I need to see when I reach the place. Viola! I'm at Greenbelt. The first reaction I have is "expensive". I don't really care that I look like a poor probinsyana girl. I would honestly say I don't know what to expect. So we walk again! around G4 and realized I can't afford even a single item. I tried to have a taste of the Macaroons, but the "bread boutique" I call it; is already closing, so we walk again and decided to look for a place to just sit and take time talking with good friends.

We actually got tired of walking...haha Kidding!

For the last stop, we spent the rest of our time at Starbucks.

Having a cup of tea with honey is a treat after a day of walking! See! I kept repeating it! Well, that is what I kept on remembering though. It is almost midnight, and we need to get back to the Luneta area. Meaning, we need to ride a bus to get back to Manila. I suddenly miss home, and the comfort of having a cup of tea just a few blocks away. But I enjoyed the city lights nevertheless. It excites me somehow. Every building's architecture is artistic too. Till my next post for my Luzon trip. Thank you for the visit and for the comments- I heart you guys!...xoxo!