SCUBA DIVING - Anilao Batangas Philippines

(DISCLAIMER:Honest Review by your's truly, As a consumer/customer. This review is not sponsored and I am not affiliated in the said establishment/group/shop.)

 "The Philippines has some of the best diving on the planet - this vast archipelago of 7,641 islands scattered across 300,000 sq km of ocean has nearly nine per cent of the world's coral reefs and is the epicenter of global marine biodiversity. From historic wrecks to stunning roller-coaster drift dives; from migrating giant whales sharks to record numbers of nudibranch species - the Philippines has a mind-boggling array of wonderful diving."

-Accdg to Divemagazine UK 

Great☺

Personally, I got really into SCUBA DIVING even though I wasn't even much knowledgeable about the underwater life. Things got easier when I had my NAUI Scuba Diver Certification (Posted on my DIARY about SCUBA DIVER Certification).  

You will enjoy more scuba diving and exploring the beauty of the underwater world especially when you are diving with great company, friend/dive buddy.

You don't Know how to swim? Newbie? It doesn't matter. Well if you are only for a "first-timer" experience there are a lot of Dive Resorts which offers Introductory Diving which means you can dive underwater but with strictly a supervision of a Certified DiveMaster to tour you around underwater. 

Yes you will be able to wear almost the whole diving gears well expect for the Fins. It is actually for safety purpose since the DiveMaster is in control of you underwater and it would be more manageable for the divemaster to control the whole Scuba Diving experience.

Is it Affordable?

Roughly an Introductory Dive would cost around 2,500php+ and still it depends on the Dive Resort regarding their inclusions and published rate though but 2,500php is fair enough. 

Where is the best place to go for INTRODUCTORY DIVING? If you live in Metro Manila the best option would be in ANILAO BATANGAS since there are several Dive Resorts offering this Scuba Diving Package and it's not so long drive from Metro Manila depending on the Traffic situation though. To add up also that ANILAO BATANGAS has several Dive Sites and the current is suitable for newbie scuba divers. I've experienced Scuba Diving in Subic which is actually another option but based on my experience the underwater current in subic dive sites are really more than in Anilao although situations such as are really happening underwater ☺

Otherwise if you live or will be visiting somewhere other parts of the Philippines, CORON is really good and in CEBU as well. 

To summarize the whole thing because I know it might be boring if I'll be writing a very long blog post, GO FOR IT!! It is actually an experience worth trying or this imaybe the experience that will bring you to a new hobby or passion.

☺☺☺Feel free to reight down on comment section below if you have any further question or any idea you think I might contribute in your upcoming Scuba Diving experience.

For Scuba Diving Certification & Dive Resorts I can suggest some as well.

 

CLARK Freeport Zone, PAMPANGA

 Reviewed 18 FEB 2017

(DISCLAIMER:Honest Review by yours truly, As a consumer/customer. This review is not sponsored and I am not affiliated in the said establishment/group/shop.)

 

 

 

We went to Clark Freeport Zone,Pampanga for the Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta 2017  (PIHABF 2017) last February 9-12, 201.
It is an annual event that showcases a grand display of colorful Hot Air Balloons, paragliding, skydiving & aviation shows.

We started to drive from Makati bound to Clark at around 3:00am because we expect already the large volume of cars/crowd bound to the area because of the event eventhough the exhibit will start around 5:15am.

Unfortunately, as expected on the way along NLEX there's a truch caught in an accident so we arrived around 6:30am.
The crowd was just too much and even though they opened several lines for entrance but still the crowds were really rushing to go inside the event and it was very disappointing though.
But then we are still thankful that the event started a little late than expected because we even saw the RC UFO Flying & Skydiving Philippine Flag jump which should have been earlier and We are very thankful about that.

☆Below were some photos I took Lens 70-300 f/4 IS  
(PS: theninjaphotography.com was my former domain portfolio)

 

All in all our experience was ok but still there's just something in the venue that maybe can be improved such as the booth/shops are too much far away from each other  and there's not enough Shed for the people to at least rest and have a decent sit since the it was seriously scorching hot that time. I noticed that after the Hot Air Balloons were released the population of the crowd were lessen to 40%. I guess next time it would be better if there will be a general area/space where the people can shed away from the heat of the sun even for people who only paid the General Admission ticket which is 300pesos. 

KUALA LUMPUR Malaysia

 

KL Hop On Hop Off in MERDEKA SQUARE

View from our Hotel Room

(I've been to KUL Malaysia several times because of my work.

 The above photos were our latest photos last May2018)

We stayed in Bukit Bintang KUL Malaysia for 10 Days last May 2018.
We chose Bukit Bintang because of the very good area for restaurants,shopping and modes of transportation.

We started our trip in KUL by going to different Tourist attractions and it was very easy for us since we are already familiar with the places but the not so easy part is either need to deal with a taxi or grab but we made it easier when we bought the KL Hop On Hop Off Bus per ticket is 50RM around 630php for 24hours.

So Ok, What is KL Hop On Hop Off Bus? It is a Tourist bus well even the citizens can ride as well but for a lower ticket rate. This bus goes around the nearby amazing tourist attractions in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia. (4th Photo above) We are on this bus and you have the option to either sit up or down which is air-conditioned. You can easily find these KL Hop On Hop Off Bus around main transportation places in KUL but with time intervals. 

The good part with this is you can either Go Down of the bus in every Tourist attraction destination then Go with the next Bus (It doesn't matter which bus as long as it's a KL Hop On Hop Off and always take care your ticket for inspection).

Then the following Days, Well we just mind our business/purpose in Malaysia then the rest is our Leisure.

During the time we went to KUL Malaysia, The BERJAYA Times Square Mall is already open and there were already several shops operating but as you go to the higher floors obviously it's still on the process. We found great shops which sells affordable shopping items such as clothes and bags like you can purchase a very good long sleeves (close to ZARA Quality/Fashion)  Buy1 Take1 for 60RM.

PURE Oil Perfume I bought these for only 10RM each (Seriously Scent is so strong)

On the way to BERJAYA MALL from our hotel we passed by the Plaza IMBI Mall and this mall has cheap finds like really cheap but quality stuffs. Well more likely it is like a 168Mal or 999Malll in the Philippines but seriously not crowded. I bought really good Wedges,Sandals and Oil Based perfumes.

We also visited Sephora and the ever famous Pavilion Mall. We bought many clothes in H&M there and the designs were only out here in the Philippines after months. Amazingly H&M in KUL is so much updated.

About RESTAURANTS well we often eat in an eatery along TENGKAT TONG SHIN St.

There are several canteens there and restaurants but it's NOT that we are frugal with money but we just wanted to act like a native so we tried the common stuffs there. Although we often eat in a Persian Restaurant "Naab" along Bintang Walk which I reviewed in my TripAdvisor.

10RM each will give you a very decent and big size food serving inclusive of drinks and a dessert. 

Budget? hmmmm We roughly spend around 1,500USD or 74,000php in our last 10Days in KUL Malaysia. Well that's including airfare, Hotel, Food and Shopping.

Airfare Cost around 17,000php (Last minute booking though)

Transportation Taxi Airport-Hotel-Airport  2,000php

Hotel Accomodation 10Days 16,000php

Then the remaining goes to our Food & Shopping.

For me, I prefer NOT to go on a Travel Tour. 

Well this is just my HONEST opinion although I respect travel tours since we have a family member who owns a travel agency but I guess for me and husband, We prefer to explore more and enjoy our travel without worrying about the time and itinerary. In this way we established a stronger Trust and Bonding by exchanging ideas and exploring new places.

Feel Free to ask me on the comment section below for other possible idea which you think I can contribute to your  upcoming travel in KUL. 

I didn't write much details because maybe others might find it boring to read long blog posts lol

☀ ☀ ☀ I'LL UPDATE This Blog Soon ☀  ☀  ☀

DermaWand

 

 

Reviewed 01 FEB 2018 

(DISCLAIMER:Honest Review by yours truly, As a consumer/customer. This review is not sponsored and I am not affiliated in the said establishment/group/shop.)

DERMAWAND

 

HOW DOES IT WORK? (as per Product Description provided inside the box/CD)

 

THERMAL ENERGY

The gentle microcurrent delivers thermal energy to the dermal areas under your skin's surface and increasing dermal skin temperature may help support your skin's natural healthy look.

 

INSTANT STIMULATION

DermaWand delivers gentle microcurrent at 100,000 cycles per second, producing a massage effect. Massage helps improve circulation and bring fresh blood, oxygen and nutrients to the skin's surface.

 

ENRICHED OXYGEN
DermaWand gives off enriched oxygen which bathes your skin while you're using it. You'll recognize the smell; it's that fresh, clean "after a rainstorm" fragrance. Enriched oxygen will help breathe new life into your skin's surface and is a natural cleanser that helps reduce pore size.

☆☆☆My Honest review/opinion about DERMAWAND❤

I've been using this product for almost 6months now atleast everyday once a day for 15-20mins after I apply moisturizer before I go to sleep. 

I bought this product in Watson's SM MAKATI in the BEAUTY Department Store and it was actually impromptu, like I'm not really planning to buy that time such product.

Then again, upon reading the box and asking further the Sales Lady well I decided to buy it and give it a try.

HONESTLY and Obviously, I didn't make a deep research about this product upon purchasing this and till date I have only made some minimal research about it but nothing more scientific though.

As for my personal experience with this product, I can say that it quite tighten the pores and skin looks fresh/radiant upon continuous usage. 
Although I must be honest that it is only minimal result and not really evident since I don't have obvious facial fine lines and wrinkles as of the moment.

Other than that I also use this product on my arms whenever I have some mild skin irritation and it works like a magic wand. The irritation is minimize and really works.
Although upon using this product you will surely smell something like the smell is coming from your skin, I cannot really explain it accurately but it's like the effect I guess of the Oxygen process as stated above.

 

Result is actually evident even the minimal improvements makes me happy such as it makes my skin more radiant and tight.

I think that this product will work with Ladies aged 40+ with obvious fine lines and wrinkles because I tried it to my aunt and it does work for her like atleast 5sessions and it's absolutely not bad at all.

I am NOT a beauty-guru or a beauty expert though but I believe that sharing is caring so I wrote this honest review of mine❤❤❤

☺Pros:

- It is safe to use since it's a Radio Frequency recommended for Home Use

- Smooth and Soft Skin after usage

- Tighten pores (even minimal effect on early usage)

- It's CHEAPER than going to DermaClinic to do RF procedures.

☹Cons:

- You just need to spend this one time amount of 3,799.75php

- Patience is the key and Dedication though (lol)

Will I purchase this product again?

Maybe Yes or No, Yes because I believe that it is a good gift for my elder family members and for myself NO because I already have one,

Will you recommend this product? 

YES, since it is worth trying though considering of it's early & evident results even if it's minimal that nothing and it didn't give me any problem upon using this product.

DAISO HYALURONIC ACID SERUM

Reviewed 09 JAN 2018 

(DISCLAIMER:Honest Review by yours truly, As a consumer/customer. This review is not sponsored and I am not affiliated in the said establishment/group/shop.)

DAISO HYALURONIC ACID SERUM

 

 

 

My Honest review/opinion about DAISO HYALURONIC ACID SERUM❤

I've been using this product for a month now every  after I wash my face and before applying facial moisturizer.

at first I was hesitant to use this product since I don't understand what is written in the bottle since there is no english/arabic/persian translation but I just trust what is written on the reviews and product description written online about this product. 

 

It's amazing that I didn't encounter any breakouts such as skin irritation,acne and etc and it's really mild and close to plain/no scent.

I use this product before I apply a facial moisturizer.

 I don't mind applying this product even during daytime before I apply make-up since it's very light on skin plus its softening and smoothing effect on my skin. 

Considering that my skin condition level is mid to sensitive as per my Derma and according to Amway Skin Analyzer.

 

Result is actually evident even the minimal improvements makes me happy such as it makes my skin more radiant and for some reason applying make-up is easier every time I used this product.

 

**I think this product is NOT a serum because as seen on the second photo there is a note written "Spread a suitable amount of the product onto the face after using the serum." 

I think it's an essence not a serum and also considering the cheap price (kindly correct me if I'm wrong).

As I posted the photos of the product, kindly consider reading the product ingredient as for me personally I really take time to read the product ingredient since I have allergies in some substance.

I am NOT a beauty-guru or a beauty expert though but I believe that sharing is caring so I wrote this honest review of mine❤❤❤

☺Pros:

- NO Stingy sensation when I used it

- Light on skin

- Easily Absorbs by skin

- Smooth and Soft Skin after usage

- SMELL is OK (almost plain/No scent)

- Cheap. I bought it around 130php  for 50ml ONLINE

☹Cons:

- CANNOT be purchased conveniently since this brand doesnt have a Physical Store in the 

   Philippines(I guess).

- When Buying ONLINE it's a must to check the SHOP Ratings/Reviews to know the Authenticity 

   of the product since this is an import product.

- It's better if it has at least an English translation of what's written on the product bottle

Will I purchase this product again?

YES

Will you recommend this product? 

YES, since it is worth trying though considering it didnt give me any skin irritation and it's price.

 

Zenutrients Nourishing Olive Face Cream

Reviewed 08 JULY 2018 

(DISCLAIMER:Honest Review by your's truly, As a consumer/customer. This review is not sponsored and I am not affiliated in the said establishment/group/shop.)

Zenutrients Nourishing Olive Face Cream

 

 

 

My Honest review/opinion about Zenutrients Nourishing Olive Face Cream ❤

I've been using this product for a 3weeks now and I apply this product after I wash my face as a moisturizer.

Amazingly, I didn't encounter any skin irritation,acne and etc.

Considering that my skin condition level is mid to sensitive as per my Derma and according to Amway Skin Analyzer.

I use this on my face after toner as my facial moisturizer.

HONESTLY, It feels a bit heavy on skin and the scent is a bit strong (seriously sooo olive) and in my weeks of using this product I can say that this product has a good effect though. 

It makes my skin more radiant and smooth every time I use this overnight on my face. 

 

I also noticed that every time I apply this product to some part of my arms with dry skin it calms my skin and gradually relieves itchiness (well maybe because of the OLIVE properties as one of its main substance).

As I posted the photos of the product, kindly consider reading the product ingredient as for me personally I really take time to read the product ingredient since I have allergies in some substance.

I am NOT a beauty-guru or a beauty expert though but I believe that sharing is caring so I wrote this honest review of mine❤❤❤

☺Pros:

- NO Stingy sensation when I used it

- Hydrates Skin (noticeable in almost few days of usage)

- Cheap. I bought it around 280php  for 100Grams in LANDMARK Makati

- Good Moisturizer for Overnight usage only (most likely next morning you'll see your face more radiant)

☹Cons:

- A bit Heavy on Face :(

- Color is a bit bothering though because I guess it's better if it's lighter (anyway it's OLIVE lol)

- SMELL is a bit strong (seriously sooooo OLIVE)

 

 

Will I purchase this product again?

Maybe Yes or No because there are other moisturizers which can provide almost same effects which has better color,less smell and lighter on face.

Will you recommend this product? 

Maybe Yes or No because If it doesn't really work for me or shall I say if it 's not favorable with me then it doesn't mean that I should not be recommending this product. 

I guess this product will work better with ladies who appreciate much the olive scent since I know for the fact that OLIVE scent is really relaxing though but I guess I just dont admire the scent  in my facial moisturizer.

 

 

MUMUSO Snail Moisturizing Hydrogel

Reviewed 19 SEPT 2018 

(DISCLAIMER:Honest Review by your's truly, As a consumer/customer. This review is not sponsored and I am not affiliated in the said establishment/group/shop.)

MUMUSO Snail Moisturizing Hydrogel

 

My Honest review/opinion about MUMUSO Snail Moisturizing Hydrogel ❤

I've been using this product for a month now every after shower. 

I used this for my face and my body before applying lotion. 

It's amazing that I didn't encounter any skin irritation,acne and etc.

Considering that my skin condition level is mid to sensitive as per my Derma and according to Amway Skin Analyzer.

I use this on my face after toner and also to my body before applying lotion and this product is really good as my skin easily absorbs it leaving my skin soft and smooth without any sticky feeling.

It feels really light on the skin and in my month of using this product I can say that this product brightens my skin (it became more radiant) and as for the healing properties they said, 

hmmmm I apply this product to some cuts and skin redness and well it minimize the redness as I think the hydrating properties works though.

As I posted the photos of the product, kindly consider reading the product ingredient as for me personally I really take time to read the product ingredient since I have allergies in some substance.

I am NOT a beauty-guru or a beauty expert though but I believe that sharing is caring so I wrote this honest review of mine❤❤❤

☺Pros:

- NO Stingy sensation when I used it

- Face & Body usage is OK

- Hydrates Skin (noticeable in almost 5 days of usage)

- Smooth and Soft Skin after usage

- SMELL is OK it's close to a "plain" water smell

- Easily Absorbs by skin

- Cheap. I bought it around 129php  for 300Grams in MUMUSO Greenbelt1

☹Cons:

- As of the moment, I didn't see any 'cons of this product since this product didn't give any bad effect 

  or whatsoever.

Will I purchase this product again?

YES(Already purchase 4)

Will you recommend this product? 

YES, since it is worth trying though considering it didn't give me any skin irritation and it's price is really cheap and to add up that you can purchase this product conviniently.