4 Best Things To Do in Singapore (After Pandemic- 18 to 24 months)

     Singapore will always have a special place in my heart. The first country that I've been to thrice in a span of ten years- 2008, 2016, and 2019. I lived there for three months in 2008, joined the Safeguard Science Discovery Tour with my son last 2016, and had a short vacation with my family to celebrate my son's birthday last June. There are so many things to do in Singapore. Shopping at the famous shopping spot- Bugis Shopping Centre, eating and drinking to your heart's content at Hawker Centers, exploring Lion City from day to night to watch different attractions and many more!

     However, all of these will be put on hold if you are planning to travel this year. According to health experts and travel authorities, it would take up to 18 to 24 months for the travel industry to recover, and traveling will never be the same again. There will be a lot of changes- expensive plane tickets, additional requirements aside from passport and visa, long hours from boarding to departure for necessary checks, and the list will go on before reaching your destination. Let's face reality and still hope for the best that this pandemic will be over soon so that we can all travel safely once we are really back to normalcy. Sharing 4 Best Things To Do in Singapore based on what we did last year :)

4 Best Things To Do in Singapore (After Pandemic- 18 to 24 months)
Me and Kenzo serving you some mandatory tourist photo :)

Jack ‘n Jill Cookies and Treats Plushies at Toys“R”Us

     Who can't say no to these huggable cuties? I bet you're excited to collect them all! Toys“R”Us, in collaboration with Jack ‘n Jill, presents a new line of plush collectibles, this time, featuring well-loved Jack ‘n Jill cookies and treats. These cute pillows are ideal whenever you are lounging on weekends, pulling an all-nighter, or going on a long road trip with friends and family. 

     The latest line of huggables from Toys“R”Us feature some of the Filipinos’ well-loved Jack ‘n Jill snacks: Presto Creams, Magic Flakes Cheese, Cream-O, Nips Milk Chocolate, Nips Chocolate Peanut Deluxe, and Maxx.

New Jack ‘n Jill Plushies at Toys“R”Us

Caritas Bianchi Lodge Hotel Hong Kong

     Last June 4, 2018, we had an advanced birthday celebration of my son in Hong Kong for 3 days 2 nights stay with a full day itinerary at Ocean Park. I've been to Hong Kong for thrice already and there are still so many exciting places to see. My first visit was when I was three months pregnant with my son then another trip followed on my 6th month where we visited Hong Kong Disneyland.

      We booked a different hotel this time unlike the first and second visit because the accommodation was included with the airfare that my husband booked from a travel agency. On our third visit (my son's first), I DIY our booking and customized it so we can have our own time. After searching for a hotel that is easy on the budget and near the MRT station, I finally found the one that I will recommend to family and friends- Caritas Bianchi Lodge. Sharing a room tour and our experience after the jump.

Caritas Bianchi Lodge Hong Kong
Caritas Bianchi Lodge Hotel Hong Kong entrance

Feature: CEB Meals

     Our flight back to Manila was squeezed in between breakfast and lunch that’s why I decided to include pre-ordered meals which I booked together with our tickets. While browsing the website, I noticed that Cebu Pacific has new menu offerings, with vegetarian options and an array of snacks ad meals that include Asian cuisines. 

     Cebu Pacific showcases Asian Flavors in its new pre-ordered meals for snacks and meals that include Chinese, Japanese, and Korean delights. Each meal is offered P250 and upon seeing the selection, I was relieved that some viands are our favorites. Sharing CEB Meals viands we ate during our flight back home inside Cebu Pacific Aircraft. 

Feature: CEB Meals

Feature: CEB Wi-Fi Kit

     I always tell my husband that I'm not good at directions so if you don't want to get lost, don't bother asking me "how to get there?" or "are we near this or that place?" especially when traveling abroad.  Reading guide maps don't help at all that's why a stable internet connection is our best friend when we visit a foreign land.

     If you are a first-timer abroad or you're a frequent flyer, staying connected is now a must-have in every traveler’s journey. According to Ms. Candice Iyog, Cebu Pacific Vice President for Marketing and Distribution, "we have looked into how we may delight our passengers further and make more moments happen on their travels so no more #FOMO for Cebu Pacific passengers with the launch of CEB WiFi Kit. One of the essentials that a traveler must have to access the internet anytime, anywhere. More about the CEB WiFi Kit after the jump :)

Feature: CEB Wi-Fi Kit

A Brief Look at Buying Travel Medical Insurance

     Regardless of whether you are taking a short break or a trip around the world you need good quality travel insurance. Without it you run the risk of being stranded or worse falling sick or getting injured and not being able to afford to see a doctor. As you will see finding the right policy for you is actually not that hard. You just need to take your time, do your research, and follow the tips below.

A Brief Look at Buying Travel Medical Insurance

Travelzone by Lock&Lock Philippines

    When it comes to food containers, Lock&Lock is our number 1 choice. Their food storage solutions are of the best quality and dependable especially when traveling. Last April 27, the brand presented its newest brand ambassador Janeena Chan and unveiled the latest collection with Travel in Style that will cater to all things travel-Travelzone at Lock&Lock Flagship Store, Level 6, East Wing, Edsa Shangri-La Plaza Mall.

     Travelzone, the range of accessories, consist of a series of luggage accessories and containers to store things while traveling. My faves are the Insulated Vacuum and Stainless Steel Tumblers (Riga and Black Wave) and the oh so nice luggage. I’m thinking of getting one soon for my travel. Help me decide which color to get and read more after the jump!

Travelzone by Lock&Lock Philippines
Lock&Lock Black Wave Tumblers

4 Helpful Tips for Future Trips

     Planning to tick off one or two of your destination goals this year? I'm sure that you have five or more countries to visit in your travel bucket list. Let's make that countries-to-visit list into reality by planning your trip now. I presume some of you are having a hard time finalizing your trip because there are so many things swirling inside your head. 

     I've ticked off three countries in my list and planning for the first time is not easy but on my second and third trip, everything went a breeze. Based on my experience, you don't need to be a pro or hire some professional help for this. All you need are these 4 helpful tips for your trips to be hassle-free and one for the books. Read more of the tips after the jump!

4 Helpful Tips for Future Trips
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Level UP your Travel Lifestyle with CEB GetGo Visa Credit Cards

     To travel is to live! Thanks to Hans Christian Andersen for this quote. It may sound cliche but when you get the hang of going to different places every now and then, you will feel something that will lift your spirits. You will really say it to yourself that you only live once, so travel as long as you can!

     Everyone has different travel aspirations. Some are on the lookout for the best fast-paced and energetic cosmopolitan cities, while there are those who prefer to explore laid back and undiscovered spots within the country. But wherever the destination is, travelers only want the same thing - to experience life to the fullest!

Level UP your Travel Lifestyle with CEB GetGo Visa Credit Cards

Our Wonderful Ocean Park Hong Kong Experience via Klook Travel Philippines

     Hong Kong is one of the international destinations that I will highly recommend to families traveling with kids for an awesome vacation. There are so many family and kid-friendly attractions in this country aside from shopping and food tripping. I've been to Hong Kong thrice and I will never get tired of coming back for more vacations in the years to come.

     We celebrated my son's 9th birthday in one of my dream amusement park destinations located in the Southern District of Hong Kong- OCEAN PARK :) It is the second largest in the country and considered as one massive park because it's also a marine park, an oceanarium, an animal theme park in one. We spent half a day at Ocean Park because there was an unexpected typhoon during our visit but there were no regrets because we all had a blast. Sharing our experience, tips, and what to expect at Ocean Park Hong Kong and why it is best to book your tickets online via Klook :)

Ocean Park Hong Kong via Klook