Tuesday, February 14, 2012
This post is about how to redeem Smart rewards points online
or via text. Smart rewards points can be used to a lot of services offered by
Smart telecommunications in the Philippines. This is a reward for being Smart
as the slogan says clearly for loyalty too. When you have loaded load to your
mobile, or purchased prepaid cards, surf the internet, or whenever you were
charged of your account, you earn Smart reward points. Recently, Smart
announced too that you can earn 5000 reward points on your birthday. How cool
right? You can then use and redeem your points which you can use to avail of
freebies like free movie ticket, or 100 movie discount for tickets, free
popcorn, drinks and lots more. You can also have discounts to selected shopping
boutiques nationwide.
Whilst there are lots of ways to use your points, I use mine
to rebate my Smartbro bills. I always get P50 bill rebate every month for that.
Instead of paying P999, I only pay 949. Though my points could be consumed to
lots of more things like shopping and loading All text 10, All Text 20, loading
prepaid or postpaid and some more unlimited goodies, I choose to automatically
rebate my points in my internet broadband.
How to redeem smart rewards online for Smartbro bill rebate?
Simple log in to your Smart account. And look over the subscriber’s page. By
the way, you have to register first to Smart Webconnect in case you don’t have
an account yet. Follow these steps so you can get use of your rewards. You can
also do Smart rewards points inquiry anytime like billing, current balance,
points, freebies, promos and many more.
- Register an account in Smart via WebConnect.
- Log in and click Inquiries and choose Smart Rewards. You can see your rewards points, Redeem free items, get discounts, enter promo code or set up your notification settings as shown on the photo above.
- Choose Redeem Free Items. Tick the free item of your choice and click Redeem. (see photo below)
- You’re done.
How to redeem Smart rewards using text? You must be using Smart Buddy sim and Smart Gold for this feature to work for
you. Simply text REWARDS and send to
9800. It’s free by the way.
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Thursday, January 26, 2012
So how much is the price of Samsung Galaxy Nexus in the
Philippines? The release of the Galaxy Nexus in the USA last December is the
release date of iphone 4s in thePhilippines. And this March 2012, looks like the first Android phone
running in the latest Ice Cream Sandwich will come in the Philippine market.
Yup yup Google and Samsung Galaxy Nexus will be available in the country sooner
than expected. I am sure Smart and Globe are very much excited about this than
everyone.
Yeah why not, because the two giant companies will again
offering awesome and tempting options for their Galaxy Nexus postpaid and
prepaid plans. You ask me if I got any idea how much would Globe offer the
Galaxy Nexus in postpaid? I guess it’s pretty much the same if not a thousand
more pricey than the iphone 4s.
The price of Samsung Galaxy Nexus in the USA is $649 and it
was already decreased by the introductory selling price of 700 plus. In the
Philippines, Samsung Galaxy Nexus is expected to be around P 29,999. Whilst the
Samsung Galaxy Note in the Philippines which is
currently hot in the techy mobile world here was introduced at
P33,000, it’s now available for P28,999 in some stores. If you ask me what
would I choose between Galaxy Note and Galaxy Nexus, of course I’d choose the phone.
Hehe The phone that’s not at the same time a tablet if you get me. I want to
try how Google and Samsung worked to produce this amazing phone.
Samsung Galaxy Nexus
features and specs will let you experience all-Google and the luxury of
having Google+. I love its mobile hangout feature which lets a person to chat
face to face with his 9 friends. How cool! Plus the Face Unlock feature. I am
amazed by the excellent graphics the screen has which is perfect for the apps
and games in the Adroid mobile system.
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| Samsung Galaxy Nexus by Sham Hardy |
If you’re a fan of the awesome services of Google like me, I
am sure you’ll like this Android Ice
Cream Sandwich smartphone.
Galaxy Nexus will surely be available to Smart, Globe and
Sun Cellular soon. So I am posting the details of prices too. While you wait,
feel free to read the other articles inside this website. Thank you.
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Sunday, January 22, 2012
ASEAN countries, we all know are enjoying the pleasure of
visa free or visa exemption. Being a member of the Association of South East
Asian Nations, we no longer have to make an appointment to secure a visa before
visiting a fellow ASEAN country. The tourism board of ASEAN has started to establish
a common visa or single visa for non ASEAN countries since last year and this
visa-free policy is expected to be completed this year 2012.
The ASEAN common visa aims to have a single visa for
countries listed in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. It means that
the visa holder can travel all the countries of ASEAN using one single visa.
Having the ASEAN single visa is just like the famous Schengen visa which was established
for European countries.
What are the benefits
of the ASEAN single visa? Non ASEAN countries will have the benefits of
saving time and money from securing visa prior to their visits to any ASEAN
country. You can avoid the hassles, and expenses you would meet in obtaining
individual visas for each country. It can attract more tourists to visit as
much as countries under the asean. People around the world can see the
beautiful places in Southeast Asia just using one single visa. It can also increase
employment, jobs and businesses all over the counties of ASEAN team.
Apparently, with the ASEAN single visa, the list of countries
you can travel is below. Updated membersof the Association of Southeast Asian Nations are:
Cambodia
Indonesia
Lao People’s Democratic Republic
Malaysia
Myanmar
Philippines
Singapore
Thailand
Vietnam
While the establishment of the ASEAN single visa is still in
the oven, isn’t it amazing to visit all the counties listed above using just
one visa? I hope the agreement will be polished this year 2012 as expected. As to
what purpose of travel, tourist, business, or study, the common visa may apply
for tour or both or more. While the ministries are carefully baking the cake, I
think this policy is so amazing. Asean visa exemption requirement will boom the
travel economy in the Southeast Asia. Let’s keep our fingers crossed so the rules
will be settled and completed soon.
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Monday, January 9, 2012
If you want to know how much is the new iphone 4S in the
Philippines right now, 2012, you are in the right page. As you noticed when you
visit the official Apple website and
searched for the price of iphone 4S, it was supposed to be there. But Apple has
gave phone carrier companies the pleasure to entertain interested customers and
buyers for that so they link us instead according to phone carriers like Globe
Telecom, Smart, and Sun Cellular.
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| CC BY Brett Jordan via Flickr |
Sales of the latest iphone baby have increased in the country
especially the peak of holidays before 2012 smiled to us. The price of iphone
4s in the Philippines has shocked me after the release date not gonna lie. I
remember it’s about 60 grand and at that time it’s not yet released in the
market here and I was like, “definitely not gonna buy 4S…” but since the
holidays came, I could say it’s not that bad. I mean it can be considered as
affordable since the features and parts of the Apple gadget won’t embarrass anyone.
For less four grand or something, you can enjoy the amazing features like the super
fast Dual Core A5 Chip, 8 megapixel camera and 1080p High definition video recording, the
famous and soon to be your bestfriend, Siri, iOS 5, and many more stunning
specs and resolutions.
iphone 4s price in
the Philippines
Selling price is updated right now January 10, 2012. Data are
both for iphone 4S black and white your choice.
iphone 4S 16GB P
33,200
iphone 4S 32GB P
38,300
iphone 4S 64GB P
43,200
The selling price nationwide from malls and Mac resellers
like iStudio and PowerMac Centers are the same and close to the available prices
for prepaid for mobile phone carriers like Smart. If you prefer postpaid, then
you might want to see the page where I listed all the iphone 4s Postpaid and Prepaid Plans for Globe.
If you’re practical like me, I’d rather buy the unit alone without a contract.
I have a wifi at home anyway. Check out Smart plans for iphone 4s, too.
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Monday, December 12, 2011
How much is the latest Blackeberry Bold 9900 in the
Philippines? Know the price of the stunning smartphone here. You can either buy
it or grab it for free for mobile phone flexible plans. It’s now available in
the country for Smart, Globe and Sun Cellular subscribers. All you gotta do is
choose your phone carrier, buy it or bite the postpaid plans. The new BB is
available for prepaid and postpaid plans. Globe has now included the amazing
plans for the Blackberry 9900, so will Smart and Sun. But I prefer globe
because of its cheap and very affordable Blackberry Social for only 299 a month
since it includes unlimited BBM, Facebook, Twitter, Yahoo Messenger, Google
Talk and the likes.
So what is the price of the new Blackberry Bold 9900 here?
It’s only P 29,230 for all unli plan for Globe. If you prefer installment
plans, it’s free for plan 3799. Let’s not forget the lock-in period of 24 months.
The cool gadget was introduced for sale for P31,690 last October. Since the launch
was just few days ago, selling price of the famous rival of iphone 4s is
expected to decrease next year 2012. I’ll keep you posted.
By the way, the 9900 Blackberry Bold was released in the Philippine
mobile market together with its sisters, Blackberry Torch 9860 and Blackberry
Curve 9360. If I can’t afford the new 9900, I might as well grab the 9360. It’s
also in the OS 7. The release date seems only just yesterday. Prices will
decline a bit I’m sure.
What you’ll get with the
new Blackberry Bold 9900?
Its fantastic features are awesome. From the people I asked what
to choose between Blackberry 9900 vs iphone 4S, 7 out 10 chose the new
blackberry because they wanted a phone not a toy. lol To sum up the features,
here they are:
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| Blackberry 9900 CC BY Gilipolastv Flickr |
Liquid graphics – very clear display, touch screen, you can
zoon in zoom out through your fingertips
Thinnest phone from Blackberry ever
HD video and photo capture
Fastest processor ever with superior performance
Comes with as usual the best apps from Blackberry
8GB memory, up to 32GB expandable
5 MP camera wow
8GB memory, up to 32GB expandable
5 MP camera wow
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price – in the States, it’s available for $ 899. Of course the new BB Bold
9900 is available via phone carrier deals like Sprint and T-Mobile
blackberry 9900 bold
price India - Its price tag is Rs. 31890
blackberry 9900 Singapore
price – If you wanna shop in SG, the new Blackberry 9900 was first available
here in South east Asia. My friend told me it’s available at $745.
blackberry bold 9900
in the UK – how much is it, baby? Pre-orders are charged for only £500
blackberry 9900 in Malaysia, Brunei, Dubai, Hong Kong,
Australia, Japan, Korea and worldwide amounts closer to its original
introductory price of $899
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Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Since Happy Lemon has four branches already in the country,
it’s so obvious people here are loving the taste of the most popular milk tea
café today. After having a cup or two of my favorite Cocoa Milk Tea and Puff
Cream, my friend asked me, how to franchise Happy Lemon in the Philippines? You
think how much would it cost? You see it’s not only a yummy refreshment, a lot
of people are throwing numbers already at thinking to open a franchise of HL.
It dawned on me that my friend was serious because after
that, we pulled over at another famous Bubble Tea café in Greenhills. They
serve the Taiwan version of their bubble teas. I love the tea and coffee
intermix to the one I ordered. I noticed that majority of their customers were
Chinese and students. All of them were chilling there with their laptops and
tablets on. I thought, this has never even been a Starbucks scene. People chill
at coffee shops and they have their smoking area. This one is pure refreshing. Milk
tea business targets the youth and the teens that’s what I’m so sure of. Happy
Lemon franchise fee, hmmm I need a large cup of their bestseller rock salt and
cheese for that one. That’s a one million question. You have to treat me for
the answer. (laughs)
Back to my friend, he was from La Salle, too. And he was so
madly interested to open a Happy Lemon branch in Pampanga. And he was thinking to
start a kiosk type of it serving in front of a university. He’s quite a
businessman himself. And I love the idea of making a partnership.
From an article from Manila Bulletin, Chris Tiu and his
friends admitted it wasn’t that easy when Happy Lemon franchise was granted to
them. Tiu’s group was the pioneer of Happy Lemon in the Philippines. Just like
any other franchise business, opening your first branch is a tough job. But
then, hard work will pay off eventually. Since their first branch was
successful, the opening of HL in the Philippines on 2010 followed more
branches. Today, 2011, Happy Lemon has already four branches. And it seems that
Chris Tiu’s group has the exclusive franchise for now. And Happy Lemon branches
are only in Manila for now. If you are interested to franchise Happy Lemon and
open a branch somewhere your place, you can know the details, franchise fees, Happy
Lemon menu and deals at the official website of Happy Lemon. If you know
Mandarin, it will be a big plus for you to negotiate and all.
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Sunday, December 4, 2011
After I have published about the PNR Station Schedules and Fares for 2012, I am now here, as
promised, to blog about the famous Bicol Express, fares and schedules. It’s not
about the famous spicy dish, bicol express, it’s about the awesome voyage of
PNR train going to Bicol.
PNR and its famous fleet, the Bicol Express route, is active
again since the successful test last June 2011. It is now serving passengers to
its maiden voyage with new trains donated by Japan. Though the trains are not
totally brand new, they are good enough to give comfort and convenient ride
home. Bicol express train stations and complete list of terminals were
discussed on my article highlighted on the first paragraph if you wanna take a
peek.
To have a bit of experience of the new sleeper train, I have
uploaded some Bicol express train photos and pictures for you to see. A friend
of mine couldn’t wait enough to ride the new train and experience Bicol. She
went with her family, saw the perfect cone volcano peak, Mt. Mayon and visited Naga City…then Camarines
Sur. I admit, it’s a perfect travel adventure for backpackers and travel
addicts who prefer cheaper tours and fantastic journey. Inside the sleeper train, this is what it’s
gonna look like and it’s gonna be…
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| family sleeper PNR |
Looks comfy and nice enough to sleep in for the long
train-ride from Manila to Bicol. The only thing that lacks is a wifi enabled
zone. I wish PNR will make it possible soon as it’s kind nakaka-inip…Thank God
if you’re using internet plans on your phone, you can surf the web and Facebook
anytime. lol I suggest you bring your extra food and water too so you won’t be hungry
to wait for the next stopover. And oh, a cologne to spray your cabin.
This is suitable for groups of travelers or families. Your
friends could like a Bicol Express trip. You just have to plan it well and
prepare your budget. Know the train stations, schedules and plan your
itinerary. Know your stops, departure and arrival.
Reclining seats…
Feels like just a bus and a plane. I wish there are no Volde’s
creatures here or else I’ll bring my wand. Ok, I kid there. I’m still not so over with Harry Potter, I’m
sorry. The reclining seats are okayish and thank goodness it’s air-conditioned.
Bicol Express Schedule
Manila to Bicol: 6:30pm at Tutuban
Station
Bicol to Manila: 6:30pm at Naga Station
Bicol to Manila: 6:30pm at Naga Station
It will take about 12 hours to reach your destination.
Though at some situations, it takes shorter or longer. You can buy a ticket
from the main station of the trip at Tutuban Center in Manila. Tutuban is in
Divisoria.
Bicol Express Fares
2012
Reclining seats P548.00
Sleeper train P950 (P665:00 for the promo)
Executive sleepers P1,425
(P997.50 for the promo)
Fares and prices may change from time to time. No worries,
I’ll try to go here to update this post whenever the price changes.
Since the official website of PNR is not yet available, you
can book in advance and have your reservations via phone at +63.2.319.0041 ext. 122. I will post the website here once it’s
live and working.
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Sunday, November 27, 2011
How much is a five star hotel accommodation in the
Philippines? You’re visiting here and planning to stay in the most beautiful
and luxurious hotel? Why not?! It’s not so expensive as checking in to some
hotels in Vegas or Tokyo. Find out…
Your few days of stay in Waldorf Astoria could give you the
grandest condo unit already here in the Fort or Makati. Don’t freak out. It’s
the Philippines plus the magic of exchange rate. Ok forget about the buying a
condo because you’re an outsider. lol I’m gonna publish about that topic on my
other website. Let’s just talk about hotel accommodation and the amazing prices
you’d never know. I have reviewed the current prices for the best hotels
accommodation in the country updated at 2012.
Also I’ve listed the top and most luxurious hotels in the
country along with their prices. They are from Manila and Cebu. Thank you and
enjoy reading.
List of 5 star hotels
in the Philippines
The lists of best hotels in the Philippines are listed
together with their rates and prices in pesos as dollar and other currencies
often fluctuate. The rates are based from regular days or low season. Rates
rise a bit especially during Holy Week, Christmas, New Year, Holidays, weekends
and summer.
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Makati Shangri-La
Superior Room – P
9, 500 per night
Deluxe Room – P 10,
300 per night
Executive Room –
P 11, 340 per night
Deluxe Suite – P
16, 740 per night
Specialty Suite –
this suite is intended for special purposes like family travel or business
groups who need special accommodations and facilities. Reservation for this
suite requires direct booking so you have to contact the hotel.
Presidential Suite
– this is their grandest room which is on top floor of the hotel. This is often
booked by celebrities, diplomats, executives thus this suite serves the highest
level of luxury. You have to contact the exact hotel for room reservation of the
presidential suite.
Take note that rates are per room and for one person only.
Prices may add a bit let’s say a thousand to few for two person. However, it
wouldn’t double the displayed price above. For more info about the beautiful
and high class Shangri-la hotel in Makati, go to their official website and book there directly. The Shang rocks! Because
it’s along Ayala avenue, across The Manila Peninsula hotel, just an elevator
away from Greenbelt, Glorietta, SM Makati, and famous business establishments
and offices in the Philippines. I’d rather be still at Shang. :)
By the way, you can also find other Shangri-La hotel in the
Philippines like the Edsa Shangri-La.
And if you love the azure beaches of the Philippines like Boracay and Cebu,
there are Shangri-La Boracay Resort and Spa in Boracay and Mactan Resort and Spa in Cebu City.
Rates for accommodations to these resorts are different from that of the hotel
because of the different atmosphere, facilities and services.
Manila Hotel
Grand Deluxe – P 7, 150
Superior Deluxe – P 7, 995
Sunrise / Sunset Suite – P 16, 150
MacArthur Suite – P 25, 000
I value heritage and elegance. Manila Hotel is simply one of
the best hotels in the country. History will be repeating to say this all the
time. This is a Philippine treasure. This domain stands by the bay, overlooking
the Manila bay and just along the famous Roxas Boulevard, close to popular
Landmarks like Luneta Park (Rizal Park), Manila Ocean Park, SM Mall of Asia, Intramuros,
US Embassy and many more.
The Peninsula Manila
Since I’m here to give a glance of the rates for 2012, I’m
sharing their Winter Escape special promo which is valid from November 2011 to
April 2012. The packages includes cool treats such as daily buffet breakfast,
complimentary benefits, one way Mercedez Benz airport transfer (wow!) or
champagne and snacks, guided jeepney tour with lunch and dinner. Wow, this is
cool!
Superior Garden Room – P 11, 500 per night
Deluxe Room – P 12, 500
Deluxe Garden Room – P 13, 500
Grand Deluxe Room – 14, 000
Also known as Manila Pen (from The Manila Peninsula), this affluent
hotel is along the Makati Avenue and Ayala Avenue, next to Shangri-La hotel.
Means, it’s also a perfect place to stay when you wanna be close to the famous
and elite malls, huge banks, and the capital business district of the
Philippines.
Sofitel Philippines
Plaza
Superior Room – (2
single beds, city view) P 8, 500 per night
- (1 king bed, bay area) P 10, 200 per night
Luxury Room – (2
single beds, city view) P 10, 300
-
(1 king bed, bay area) P 11, 990
Junior Suite – (
1 king bed, bay or city view) P 19, 000
This five star hotel is unique for its resort setting. If
you wanna be close to theaters, casinos, museums, SM Mall of Asia, and
government offices, Sofitel hotel would suit your choice.
Marriott Hotel Manila
at Resorts World Manila
I am so looking forward to be here at Resorts World Manila. This
is already more than a five-star hotel even before it has been built. Since its
opening at October 2009, it has become one of the most glittered butterflies at
the heart of Manila, well the whole Philippines I must say. This famous
International hotel is just 15 minutes away from the NAIA airport and Bonifacio
Global City Taguig, and 15 minutes from the Makati central business district.
You have no reason why not to book here coz of it’s name. Marriott hotels are high
class and are internationally known from its prestige and leisure. If you wanna
relax, shop, dine, enjoy and play, this is THE place to be at Marriott Hotel Resorts
World Manila.
Nightly rates
ranges from P 8,500 above.
InterContinental
Manila
Standard – P 6000 above
Deluxe Room – P 6,300 to P 6, 500
Suites – P 9,000 to P 12,000
InterContinental Manila is also along Ayala Avenue in
Makati. It’s good to stay while in business meetings, or simply relax at the
richest city of the country close to other famous landmarks.
Pan Pacific Manila
Pan Pacific Manila Hotel is in Malate Manila, just twenty
minutes away from the airport, close to lots of cultural highlights of Manila
like Rizal Park, Intramuros, National Museum, Manila Hotel, Manila Bay and many
more. This hotel has been ranked as one of the top hotels in the Philippines by
TripAdvisor.
Rooms
Superior – P 5,000
Deluxe – P 5, 500
Executive – P 6,000
Pacific King – P 7, 500
Suites
Pacific King – P 8,000
Deluxe King – P 13, 500
Executive – P 6, 900
Presidential – P 18,
000
Dusit Thani
Dusit Thani gives the Thai ambience and culture with a mist
of elegance and royalty. This top class hotel is located in Ayala Centre
Makati, along Glorietta, Greenbelt and many more social hot spots. Being in the
financial capital district, this5 star hotel can accommodate all your splendid needs
of comfort and leisure. I love it here as it’s a bit cheaper compared to fellow
five star hotels.
Rates from P 5, 600 to 7, 000 above
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