Friday, 18 April 2014
Thursday, 17 April 2014
MOVIE OF THE WEEK: The Grand Budapest Hotel
In love with Wes Anderson's work and can't wait to watch his latest film, 'The Grand Budapest Hotel'!
Monday, 14 April 2014
LIFESTYLE TRAVEL: SAMAL ISLAND WEDDING
26-02-2014. Samal Island, Davao. Philippines
The day Denise Navarro became Mr & Mrs Rodeny Robles.
Watching our friends at the wedding ceremony professing their love for one another was truly special. We've know the couple for over 8 years and it was an honour that they asked us to be their secondary sponsors. *Tear*
With all the formalities covered, everyone knew that we were all in for a big night at the reception - located on a private beach! The MC had it all planned out, hitting the night off with introductions, fireworks, entertaining games, prizes, buffets, patron shots and partying on the dance floor.
It was truly an epic build up the week of the wedding in paradise! Activities planned, social events, buffet feeds, drinks at the Parola Bar to chilling in the infinity pool. It was hard to say goodbye to Pearl Farm Resort!
The day Denise Navarro became Mr & Mrs Rodeny Robles.
Watching our friends at the wedding ceremony professing their love for one another was truly special. We've know the couple for over 8 years and it was an honour that they asked us to be their secondary sponsors. *Tear*
With all the formalities covered, everyone knew that we were all in for a big night at the reception - located on a private beach! The MC had it all planned out, hitting the night off with introductions, fireworks, entertaining games, prizes, buffets, patron shots and partying on the dance floor.
It was truly an epic build up the week of the wedding in paradise! Activities planned, social events, buffet feeds, drinks at the Parola Bar to chilling in the infinity pool. It was hard to say goodbye to Pearl Farm Resort!
Saturday, 12 April 2014
TRAVEL PHOTO DIARY: PEARL FARM RESORT
Pearl Farm Resort - Samal Island. Davao. Philippines
This is the Mother-load of Destination Weddings! Stepping off the 45 minute boat ride, our mouths dropped at the sight of the place! Absolutely disgusting! How could our close mates, Rodney and Denise pick the most filthiest resort to get married in! HAHA.
The place was stunning! White sand, blue water, private island 3 levelled villas, private beach, 24-7 service, fresh coconut shakes and friends to party with! What more could we ask for?!
This is the Mother-load of Destination Weddings! Stepping off the 45 minute boat ride, our mouths dropped at the sight of the place! Absolutely disgusting! How could our close mates, Rodney and Denise pick the most filthiest resort to get married in! HAHA.
The place was stunning! White sand, blue water, private island 3 levelled villas, private beach, 24-7 service, fresh coconut shakes and friends to party with! What more could we ask for?!
Thursday, 10 April 2014
FROM THE TRAVEL ARCHIVE: SAMAL ISLAND
Top 9 Things to do in Pearl Farm Resort - Davao, Philippines:
1. Enjoy the company of past travel mates on the boat ride to 'Paradise'
2. Go walkabout the private island
3. Drink cocktails on your private beach
4. Swim in the infinity pool of the main resort
5. Wonder in awe of the size of the private 3 level Villa
6. Don't forget to Slip-Slop-Slap
7. Visit the other Villas
8. Get a mani-pedi while sipping on Pina Coladas
9. Brag about Pearl Farms paradise lifestyle living
1. Enjoy the company of past travel mates on the boat ride to 'Paradise'
2. Go walkabout the private island
3. Drink cocktails on your private beach
4. Swim in the infinity pool of the main resort
5. Wonder in awe of the size of the private 3 level Villa
6. Don't forget to Slip-Slop-Slap
7. Visit the other Villas
8. Get a mani-pedi while sipping on Pina Coladas
9. Brag about Pearl Farms paradise lifestyle living
Monday, 7 April 2014
TRAVEL PHOTO DIARY: CORON
Coron is an island in Palawan, and unfortunately that part of the Philippines was effected by Typhoon Haiyan and you could see the result of it during the drive to the marina. The locals and volunteers had and still continue to work at cleaning up the damages.
It took a 1 hour plane ride, 1 hour drive on rocky surfaces and a 45 minute boat ride - but we finally go there, Club Paradise. The resort isn't the type where you lock yourself in an elaborate air conditioned room watching cable TV all day - it's quite the opposite. It's a type of resort where you spend your days outside, snorkelling, island hoping, mingling with fellow travellers at the bar, playing ping pong at the Club House and feasting on buffet meals.
You really feel spoilt, not just by the service provided by Club Paradise but the colourful beauty of Coron.
It took a 1 hour plane ride, 1 hour drive on rocky surfaces and a 45 minute boat ride - but we finally go there, Club Paradise. The resort isn't the type where you lock yourself in an elaborate air conditioned room watching cable TV all day - it's quite the opposite. It's a type of resort where you spend your days outside, snorkelling, island hoping, mingling with fellow travellers at the bar, playing ping pong at the Club House and feasting on buffet meals.
You really feel spoilt, not just by the service provided by Club Paradise but the colourful beauty of Coron.
Sunday, 6 April 2014
FROM THE TRAVEL ARCHIVE: CORON
Top 9 Things to do in Coron - Palawan Philippines:
1. Soak in the sun setting while riding the boat to Club Paradise
2. Read a book looking while glancing out at the turquoise water and white sand
3. Sip on cocktails at The Dugong Bar
4. Check out the local city town
5. Wonder at the beauty of Kayangan Lake
6. Go snorkelling with the marine fish
7. Watch the magic colours of the set setting
8. Take advantage of the seafood buffet
9. Timeout on the boat looking out into the crystal clear water
1. Soak in the sun setting while riding the boat to Club Paradise
2. Read a book looking while glancing out at the turquoise water and white sand
3. Sip on cocktails at The Dugong Bar
4. Check out the local city town
5. Wonder at the beauty of Kayangan Lake
6. Go snorkelling with the marine fish
7. Watch the magic colours of the set setting
8. Take advantage of the seafood buffet
9. Timeout on the boat looking out into the crystal clear water
Thursday, 3 April 2014
LIFESTYLE TRAVEL: MAKATI, PHILIPPINES
Exploring Makati - Philippines:
1. Coronas and Frangelico on the rocks at the airport
2. Makati sunsets
3. The grand lobby of 'Ascott Makati'
4. Strong latte at 'Yardstick'
5. Finally checking out the home and lifestyle store 'Heima'
6. 'My Apartment' by Heima next door
7. Visiting the 'Art Fair Philippines 2014'
8. Inspired by Filipino talent at the 'Art Fair Philippines 2014'
9. Delicious feed at Kai Neo Jappanese Restaurant in Grenbelt Makati
Monday, 31 March 2014
LIFESTYLE TRAVEL: BACK YOUR ROOTS
The announcement was made by our close mates that they were planning to get married in the Philippines. I hadn't been back to The Motherland since 2009! A destination wedding was booked! Locking in accommodation and flights for Coron in Palawan and Samal Island in Davao, Mindanao. Next up was accommodation for Makati and planning family catch ups.
Besides the luxurious side of things, visiting where my Dad's from Suluk, Meycauayan is always a slap in the face to show you how lucky we really are! We were driven by my Uncle and Auntie in the early morning to avoid traffic. Sitting at the window seat, I watched school kids walking, the various shopfronts with handwritten signage, bright coloured products displayed, piles of rubbish everywhere, squatters, beggars, to electricity lines criss-crossing through the streets.
After a one hour drive, we finally arrived at my Grandparent's place. I walked in through the shanty gate to see for the first time in 5 years, my Lolo (Grandfather)! I yelled out 'LOLO' in excitement and gave him a big bear hug. It brought the two of us to tears still hugging each other. For my Lolo, it was weeping tears. The loss of my Lola (Grandmother) recently had taken its toll on him missing his companion. It was so sad to see.
Looking up at the living room wall, I saw photos - of our family tree. From wedding photos, BBQs at the park, family vacations, to the typical family group shots. Our family history was up on that wall, the place were each of our family members had once lived, played in the front yard, had family feasts and had been adored by my Grandparents.
Rest In Peace Petrona San Juan Cruz.
We will always love you and miss you dearly.
x
Mara
Besides the luxurious side of things, visiting where my Dad's from Suluk, Meycauayan is always a slap in the face to show you how lucky we really are! We were driven by my Uncle and Auntie in the early morning to avoid traffic. Sitting at the window seat, I watched school kids walking, the various shopfronts with handwritten signage, bright coloured products displayed, piles of rubbish everywhere, squatters, beggars, to electricity lines criss-crossing through the streets.
After a one hour drive, we finally arrived at my Grandparent's place. I walked in through the shanty gate to see for the first time in 5 years, my Lolo (Grandfather)! I yelled out 'LOLO' in excitement and gave him a big bear hug. It brought the two of us to tears still hugging each other. For my Lolo, it was weeping tears. The loss of my Lola (Grandmother) recently had taken its toll on him missing his companion. It was so sad to see.
Looking up at the living room wall, I saw photos - of our family tree. From wedding photos, BBQs at the park, family vacations, to the typical family group shots. Our family history was up on that wall, the place were each of our family members had once lived, played in the front yard, had family feasts and had been adored by my Grandparents.
Rest In Peace Petrona San Juan Cruz.
We will always love you and miss you dearly.
x
Mara
Friday, 27 December 2013
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Tuesday, 24 December 2013
Monday, 23 December 2013
PROFILE: MARTIN RAJCA
Today's profile looks at future golf superstar Martin Rajca, watch out Adam Scott he is coming for you!
Wednesday, 18 December 2013
CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS
Christmas is around the corner and we have yet to buy gifts! We were trawling through Need Supply for gift ideas and we pretty much wanted to buy everything on the site, but that is a pipe dream. So instead we compiled our top 5 gifts ideas for men and women.
1. Silver/Black Band Watch - The Horse
2. Petty In Deep Saddle - Sam Edelman
3. It - Alexa Chung
4. Izabel Crossover
5. Helter Skelter - Karen
1. Silver/Black Band Watch - The Horse
2. Petty In Deep Saddle - Sam Edelman
3. It - Alexa Chung
4. Izabel Crossover
5. Helter Skelter - Karen
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