Villa Paulina is a private hot spring resort that is located in Pansol, Calamba, Laguna, Philippines.  The resort is has 2 pool, one with warm water and another with normal water. For details http://villa.paulina.resort.wowph.com

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Villa Paulina Resort Features

• Up to 2 pools (1 warm and 1 normal)
• Up to 4 bedrooms
• Kitchen w/ Ref
• Stove (gasul 100 day, 200 24 hrs)
• Videoke/Dining Hall good for 50 pax
• Ground Floor T&B
• Swing
• Can borrow kitchen utensils

Villa Paulina Resort Rates for up to 50 persons

• Day Swim

Off Peak              1 Pool = 4000 / 2 Pools = 7000           

Peak                      1 Pool = 5000 / 2 Pools = 8000         

Holy Week          1 Pool = 6000 / 2 Pools = 11000

• 12 Hours

Off Peak              1 Pool = 5000 / 2 Pools = 9000           

Peak                      1 Pool = 6000 / 2 Pools = 10000         

Holy Week          1 Pool = 6000 / 2 Pools = 11000

• 24 Hours

Off Peak              1 Pool = 7500 / 2 Pools = 13500          

Peak                      1 Pool = 8500 / 2 Pools = 13500         

Holy Week          1 Pool = 10500 / 2 Pools = 18500

Villa Paulina is located in the City of Calamba

Calamba City is a first class city in the province of Laguna, Philippines. Situated only 54 kilometers south of Manila, about an hour by chartered bus, Calamba City is a popular tourist destination with its hot spring resorts, most of which are located in Barangay Pansol, and the Canlubang Golf and Country Club, site of many Philippine Opens. Calamba is also an important modern industrial center in the CALABARZON region as shown by the large number of industrial parks and business estates that are located in the city. According to the latest census, it has a population of 360,281 inhabitants in 58,466 households, making it the most populated town in Laguna province, with San Pedro, Santa Rosa City, Biñan City, and San Pablo City following it as the top 5 municipalities and cities with the highest population in the province. Calamba City is also the birthplace of José Rizal, the country’s national hero

Villa Paulina is located in the Province of Laguna

Laguna is a province of the Philippines found in the CALABARZON region in Luzon. Its capital is Santa Cruz and the province is located southeast of Metro Manila, south of the province of Rizal, west of Quezon, north of Batangas and east of Cavite. Laguna almost completely surrounds Laguna de Bay, the largest lake in the country. The province got its name from the Spanish word lago, which means lake or lagoon. Laguna is notable for being the birthplace of José Rizal, the country’s national hero. Laguna is also famous among tourists for the Pagsanján Falls, the University of the Philippines campus and the hot spring resorts in Los Baños on the slopes of Mount Makiling, Pila Town Plaza, Taytay Falls, Majayjay, the wood carvings and papier mache created by the people of Paeté, the turumba of Pákil, the Seven Lakes of San Pablo City and the Hidden Valley Springs in Calauan.

Villa Paulina Resort is blessed with Natural Hot Spring coming from the mystical Mt. Makiling

A hot spring is a spring that is produced by the emergence of geothermally heated groundwater from the Earth’s crust. There are hot springs all over the earth, on every continent and even under the oceans and seas. Because heated water can hold more dissolved solids, warm and especially hot springs also often have a very high mineral content, containing everything from simple calcium to lithium, and even radium. Because of both the folklore and the claimed medical value some of these springs have, they are often popular tourist destinations, and locations for rehabilitation clinics for those with disabilities.

Villa Paulina Resort is near Mount Makiling

Mount Makiling, also rarely Mount Maquiling, is a potentially active volcano in Laguna province on the island of Luzon, Philippines. It rises to 1,090 m above mean sea level. Legends surround the mountain, many of which relate to Maria Makiling, said to be the ‘guardian fairy’ of the mountain. The contour of the mountain is said to be that of her in a reclining position. Mt. Makiling is a popular hiking destination. The two major trails begin at the UPLB College of Forestry and Brgy. San Miguel, Sto. Tomas, Batangas. The UPLB trail is more commonly used, taking 4–5 hours to reach the summit (Peak 2). However, this trail is closed as of October 2007 due to trail damage wrought by Typhoon Xangsane on September 2006. The other trail from Sto. Tomas passes by other peaks, is more difficult, and requires 6–7 hours to reach the summit. Both trails are generally established and safe, although throughout the years there have been occasional reports of fatal accidents and injuries, especially on the Sto. Tomas side. Climbers also frequently encounter leeches along the way.

Villa Paulina Resort is near Laguna Lake

Laguna de Bay is the largest lake in the Philippines and the third largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia (in terms of surface area) after Tonle Sap in Cambodia and Lake Toba in Sumatra, Indonesia. It is on the island of Luzon between the provinces of Laguna to the south and Rizal to the north. Metro Manila lies on its western shore. Its surface area is 949 square kilometers and has an average depth of only about 2 meters. The lake is shaped like a stylised ‘W’, with two peninsulas jutting out from the northern shore. Between these peninsulas, the middle lobe fills a large volcanic caldera. Laguna de Bay drains to Manila Bay via the Pasig River. The lake is one of the primary sources of freshwater fish in the country. There is a large island in the lake, Talim Island, which is under the jurisdiction of the towns of Binangonan and Cardona in Rizal province.

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3G Water Splash Resort is a hotspring resort located in Calamba, Laguna, Philippines.  The property is a duplex resort,  each with 3 rooms, 2 swimming pools and a videoke. This hotspring resort is perfect for small groups or family.   Located in a private subdivision for hot spring resort, guest are in a safe and secured resort and will definitely enjoy their vacation. 

For details http://3g.water.splash.resort.wowph.com

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I have a severe case of “Last Song Syndrome”. The song “Balik sa Bohol” kept on playing in my mind from the first time I’ve heard it at the very scenic Loboc river up to the departure area of Tagbilaran airport.And just like the song, images of the scenic Bohol also kept on flashing in my head as I relish the moments I was there.

Read more from the links below:

• Bohol Island Basics
• Chocolate Hills:Bohol’s Signature Must See
• Sandugo Shrine:Something to Skip or Stop to Appreciate More
• Loboc River Cruise: The Place Where You’d Like to Sleep After a Heavy Lunch
• Stop, Open Your Eyes and See the Tarsier
• Baclayon Church: A Long Walk Away
• The Hanging Bridge, Simple Yet Fun
• Alona Beach, Panglao Island: Teeming with Marine Life
  • The Beach Area and Marine Life
  • The Resorts
  • Bohol Diver’s Club
  • Dining at Alona Beach
  • Going Around Panglao from Alona
• Reliving Francisco Dagohoy’s Legend at EAT Danao
  • Extreme Road Trip to Extreme Activities
  • Take The Danao Plunge
  • SuiSlide, More of a SereneSlide
  • The Most Important Adventure: Eating at EAT Danao
  • Not Much Time? Stay at the Park!

Read the rest here.

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The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing. – Walt Disney

I think Walter got it right from the start. He did not only envision a world with “Disney” products or movies, but yes, he did create it. [continue reading]

Just sharing an email forwarded to me about some cool events happening this February that you might want to check out.

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I recently got back from a client support assignment in Belgium for 3 months. The first time I learned I was going to Belgium, I really had no idea what was instore for me for 3 months in that country. The only thing that popped out of my mind when Belgium is mentioned is the picture of Miss Belgium, who became a crowd favorite when the Miss Universe was held in the Philippines in 1994. ( I was in high school then and yes I admit, I had one of those wallet size picture of Miss Belgium being sold on the sidewalks before….hehehehe). I said to myself, if that’s Miss Belgium, well then Belgium here I come!

But there’s more to Belgium that’s just as interesting as Miss Belgium herself.

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It was my first time to go to Boracay, so I was looking forward to 2 things: the beach and the food. I was really looking forward to lots and lots of seafood on my short stay on the island.

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We arrived at Yoschi’s Hotel in Cemoro Lawang the night before, around 7PM. The guy at the reception told us we we have to wake up the next day at 3AM for breakfast. At exactly 4AM, a jeep will drive us up to the viewpoint of Tengger Caldera. So we ate Sandi’s mom’s packed food that we brought for dinner and went straight to bed.

3:15 AM, we heard our ‘wake-up knock’. We dressed as warm as possible, I had three layers of clothes on. The viewpoint we’re heading to first is atop Mt. Penanjakan (2,770m), located north of the caldera.

Temperatures can drop to zero in the summer, so after breakfast we rented extra (super thick) jackets at the reception for 20,000 Rp a piece. Shervin and I made fun of ourselves. He got a jacket with faux fur on the hood, and I got an 80s-style one which would have been used by a granny back in the days.

Six of us were squeezed in the jeep. Initially, we wanted the tour which will only take us to the jump off trail to Gunung Bromo. The travel agent convinced us to join the jeep ride up the viewpoint, then down the trail to the volcano for an extra 100,000 Rp each. We’re glad we did because the view was breathtaking at sunrise.

Read the rest of the story here: http://www.pinaytraveljunkie.com/2009/09/gunung-bromo.html

I saw this entry from mukhangpera.com about a contest for a free boracay vacation package. It’s easy to join the contest, just post the details on your blog, Friendster or Facebook. The prize is very enticing for such an easy contest, no need to do any write-ups about anything! [Read more..]

Passionata: A Cultural Heritage Celebration will be back on January 16, 2010 at the SM Theater 1 due to popular demand! It was watched by over 2,150 people last November 30, and the accolades haven’t stop coming!

“Its not the usual, concert! ”
“Much better than I expected, and grander than I imagined.”
“Can’t imagine it was mounted in Cebu and performed by all Cebuanos!”

Visit www.asiantroubadours.com

Visit Passionata on FaceBook. Just sign up to confirm your attendance.

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Our trip to Cebu City is a reunion to once my hometown and a comeback after more than 20 years. It felt good to be back home again.

From our Negros Island Adventure we cross over via sea transport to the southernmost part of Cebu Island.

The bus ride is impressive as we crossed the crooked road going to Central Cebu. Uphill, downhill and for most part, a cliff view of the breathtaking seascape of the island. We were lucky to grab a seat at the right side of the bus.

More of our adventures here: http://weekendhaven.com/2009/12/visiting-cebu-island/

I’ve been dreaming of blue skies and the beach and so… [read more]

Greetings from AQ Services International!

We would like to invite you to apply for a mystery shopping program. It would require you to mystery visit several petrol stations.

1. For these mystery shops you need a PERSONAL CAR (motorcycles are not allowed). You are required to observe the service and facilities standards of petrol stations.

2. Reimbursement: The shop fee is 450 Pesos per shop. You are required to make petrol and store item purchase. The minimum amount to spend on fuel is 200 Pesos.

3. Deadline: These mystery shops have to be completed within the one week and the surveys must be completed and submitted within 24 hours of mystery shopping, latest by the 14th of November 2009

Please note that these mystery shops are to be executed between 9 am to 3 pm, 7 days a week (Including weekend).

We will inform you from the 19th October onwards if you are selected for one or more mystery shops. Do check your mailbox for updates!

Summary:

Project: Mystery Shopping for an oil & gas company
Task: Evaluating and Research
Time: 9 am to 3 pm, 7 days a week (Including weekend)
Deadline: 14th of November 2009
Fee: 450 Pesos
Location: Philippines

If you are interested in getting some extra money over the weekend please contact my colleague or myself at feisal@aq-services.com or me at alessandro@aq-services.com.

TELL A FRIEND

We are always looking for new mystery shoppers. If you have friends or family who might be interested, please refer them to us. You can redirect them to our website or use the following link (copy paste the link in your browser if it is not active):

http://www.aq-services.com/mystery-shoppers/tell-a-friend-about-mystery-shopping

The hike to the top was a piece of cake with nice and safe-looking flower-lined paths with banisters to hang on to dear life.  Thus, going up to the goal – the Statue of Christ the Redeemer – wasn’t as formidable as it looked.

In fact, it was very nice and pleasant with flowers and fruit-bearing trees lining our paths

Read more in Toe’s Kurokuroatbp.

One thing about having visitors when we were in Cambodia – when we get back to the Philippines, they can’t wait to return the hospitality.  Thus, when Uncle and Auntie were in Cambodia with Mom and Dad, and as a group were dubbed as the “Septos (Septuagenarians) in Cambodia” (Uncle is now an octogenarian though), Uncle was already inviting us to go to his private mountain resort in Pililia, Rizal.

I have to confess though that I was reluctant about going there.  I had nightmarish childhood memories about Pililia.  When I was a kid, Uncle had not developed it yet and we had to climb miles and miles over slippery dangerous cliffs and when we got to camp, we would sleep on stuffy mattresses in a tree house with giant mosquitoes as our blankets.  Dinner was on a slope of the mountain on a wooden table covered by banana leaves – which served as both the individual plates and the serving dish.  That’s about as communal as communal can get between our two families (Uncle had 7 kids while me and my siblings were 6 kids).  As the table was on a slope, the soup at the head of the table would flow downhill to the bottom of the table, where I, being the youngest of the youngest and at the bottom of the pecking order, was assigned to sit.

Moreover, mountain and Toe don’t exactly go together.  Just check my profile photo at the top of the left sidebar of this blog.  Do you see Toe and mountain? Nooooo.  You see Toe and sea.  You blog-readers think you know me so well.  Well, there’s one aspect of my life that I haven’t mentioned in this blog to date.  Did you know that I was in the swimming team since I was 9 years old all the way to second year college where I was in the UST Varsity Swimming Team and would even compete (and win ha) in the UAAP?  Well, that’s another story.  The point here is… Toe and mountain – X (heck, I’m such a klutz that I’d trip over my feet even walking on flat land, what more on the mountain); Toe and water – check!

Read more in Toe’s Kurokuroatbp.

“Our room is so small!” complained my male colleague who was sharing a hotel room with another male colleague so that they could save on their Daily Subsistence Allowance (DSA) during our meeting in Jakarta this month.

Wishing to empathize with my friend on his complaint, I, too, whined, “My room is sooooo small too.” But I went on to say, “well, at least the second floor of my room is soooo small”.

The view of my picture window from the loft -

Much to the consternation of my friend, the Hotel Gran Mahakam was fully-booked so they upgraded me to a suite which had… tajan…. a second floor!

Read more in Toe’s Kurokuroatbp.

PAL travelers, know the BOGO Award.

Check this out:

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From Filipina on Flip Flops: Travel Tales and the City Life of a Filipina

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Southgate Mall opened yesterday – pay day, the new mall located in front of the MRT Magallanes/Mantrade Station in Makati City.

This is the same property that many are very familiar with – the forever under construction Southgate Tower. It isn’t anymore, after it was bought by Alphaland Corp, whose Chair and CEO, the former trade and industry czar Roberto Ongpin.

Continue reading here…