When you dine at any Korean Restaurant, prior to serving your ordered food, it always comes with different kind of appetizers. So after a very hectic schedule, we decided to eat out at a Korean restaurant in Libis.

Here are some of the common appetizers:

Kimchi - spicy Chinese cabbage



Sweetened dilis



Green vegetable:



Our main course:

Bibimbap: rice with raw beef and some veggies with chili paste and some meat grilled at the table with some fresh veges.

Have you made up your mind where to go on the long holiday weekend? We haven't talk about it yet but I personally like to go on a break. I want to really rest, recharge and regain myself. Been really busy travelling for the past month and my body is just tired.

It is for that matter that I suffered severe stomach pains the last 3 days. I am pretty sure its something to do with that! So come November 1, after visiting the cemetery, I hope we could take a break with my family and friends. A quick getaway in the beach would do the job already. Any idea where to go that is reasonably priced?

I was away for 2 weeks and pretty busy the moment  I arrived in Manila. There were plenty of open issues to attend to thus I could not attend to the house needs. Anyway, I was told that we need a new cooking pans. I have been planning to buy new plates as well as we have been using our Melamine plates for like 5 years already. I cant believed that long! Its pretty old and "gasgas" already.

With 3 growing up kids, I purposely didn't buy expensive plates as they will anyway break it but I guess now that they are older and aware of what are breakable and what nots, its high time to upgrade to something nice.

Today is the official start of the semestral break for my kids, I guess your kids as well. They will come back to school on the 6th of November next month. Quite a long break for my kiddos and for sure, they are looking forward for an out-of-town trips. My eldest child Francis said that he wants to go to New York, the next one said Singapore and my youngest - luckily still young to suggest a place! They have wild dreams with wild ideas in mind, but that's nice!

For family traveling in motorcycle, I know its more adventurous but at the same time its more scary and prone to accidents. Make sure that prior to loading your family, you much check if everything is in order. If you need to change, you can try Michelin Pilot Power tires as I heard its more durable and at the same time affordable.

Travel with kids should be synonymous with the word “hassle,” for all we adults know, children also loves travelling and going to places. Their curiosity and laughter is truly contagious and you can take advantage of all these fun and enjoyable kiddie qualities while you travel. Of course, you should also consider what your kids will need and what will ruin their mood. For instance, do away with red-eye flights or getting too early or late flights. Bringing in some handy activities such as hand puzzles and coloring books for the tots will be a great idea. And of course, plan your itinerary to accommodate places that will interest your kids and make it more excited about your travels.

This photo was taken in Singapore last year. Noticed their moods? Luckily, our next stop was Universal Studios so expect the expected reactions - jump for joy!

Travelling to New York City will not be a complete experience without riding the subway and wondering at the Grand Central Station. This must be the busiest train hub in the whole of America and it is indeed an unforgettable experience for a constant traveler to see it for real. The Grand Central Station has always been featured in movies, in books and magazines as well as the bands that play around the subway and the other connecting stations. With them you stop a while and listen to great music from their set of midi keyboard, beat box and a guitar. If you come to New York take some time to explore the subway and listen to the musicians down there.

A hardcore backpacker, vagabond, traveler or simply one who wants to experience something really incredible wouldn’t miss a chance to explore an exotic and magical destination. India is also fast becoming a center for business and economic with the boom of many companies in the country. Having a huge land area and many destinations to offer, travel to India would always be about adventure, spontaneity and marvelous surprises. There are now a good number of airlines offering budget to business class airfare, but for you to really enjoy cheap flights to India, you should be able to find flexible trips.

 One of the most basic principles of finding cheap flights to go for the least popular and reduced priced flights.  When choosing your flights to India, check out flexible flight times and dates such as mid-week and red eye flights for the cheapest options available. Avoid departing during holidays in your country and also, avoid flights that coincide with holidays and festivals in India. Booking tickets in advance also promises good savings with discount and promo fares, but they sometimes come with strict conditions and restrictions too. So before you book your flights, make sure you shop around first especially with the many online flight reservation services that you may find now.

Owning and driving an RV can be a lot of fun, but there are also a lot of rules and regulations that you need to follow when you have one.  An RV is like a home away from home, but having such a luxury also comes with added expenses – that are also just like home.  Here are some key rules and regulations you need to remember when owning an RV.

 The Basics

 When you are looking at buying an RV, you need to know the basics.  First, if you want to get a big RV, you may need to get a special license.  These huge RVs, the ones that are like buses, require a Class A license, which requires you to take a special test at the DMV.  Many dealers will help you figure out if you need one, but it is something to consider when you are buying it.

 RVs are also like combination car-homes in many ways.  Just like your house and car, you need to get simple caravan insurance to cover any damages that could occur to it.  You will also need to register your RV and pay annual registration fees for it.

 Storage and Upkeep

 Once you get your RV home, you will need to find a place to store it.  If you have a spot in your driveway, great, but most people don’t.  Plus, some communities have specific regulations about parking an RV in front of your house.  Make sure you check with that if you have a homeowners association.  If you don’t have a spot for it, you will need to rent a storage space for your RV, which is another added expense.

 Also, don’t forget that you will have to maintain you RV.  Washing an RV is time consuming, and if you don’t want to do it, it can be expensive.  The same is true with other maintenance, such as oil changes and tires.  All of these ongoing maintenance costs add up, and are more than a typical vehicle.

 

One of the most serious diseases women and some men have to fight for is breast cancer. Given the gravity of this health concern, many people struggle to fight for their lives and holds on to hope that they will win against their diseases. If you will look into statistics, every individual has their fair share of friends, relatives, colleagues and loved ones who had been diagnosed with breast cancer.

During the past 10 years, causes and foundations promoting breast cancer awareness have opened up opportunities for education as well as assistance to those who are fighting cancers. And just as quickly as Lance Armstrong gained popularity over his support and fight against cancer, other organizations came up with various events such as Race for the Cure, Climb Against Caner and cancer walks to raise fund and continue to promote, support and research on the fight against cancers of all sorts.

Breast cancer awareness in particular brought on the “Warriors in Pink” and highlighted companies that are committed to increase breast cancer awareness. Many business, companies and even casinos have joined this cause to fight breast cancer. Despite the many gaming company’s reputation for being non-charitable, there are now casinos that have jumped into the bandwagon and are also going “pink” in a worthy cause against breast cancer. Portion of sales on foods, drinks and even a slice of profits from some gaming tables will be donated to cancer research foundations such as the Susan G Komen for the Cure.

It is simply inspiring to hear about more companies, business and even casinos pitching in to join the fight against breast cancer. As our awareness continues to grow, we can expect more corporate fund raising efforts joining this worthy cause and hopefully soon we can see further developments in the fight and research against breast cancer.

Vegetables are the hardest foods to introduce to toddlers and kids. These days, it is difficult to teach kids to eat healthy vegetables and fruits. One of my friends has this major dilemma on how will she teach her toddler son to start liking or simply have a taste of the vegetables she serves. One of the advices given to her by one of our friends is to play imagine with her kids and start giving names to some popular vegetables like the carrots, potatoes, lettuce, squash and broccoli. She said she also gave silly and sometimes hero like characteristics to these veggies to make her kids interested in eating them. I also tried it and called that orange root the x-ray vision carrots and I happily watched my son’s eyes light up and devour his meal!

Christmas time is one of the happiest time of the year for the family especially the kids. This is the time when they receive gifts, eat a lot of sweets and treats and spend time with their cousins who comes visiting for the season. This year I’m thinking of taking the kids to another fun Christmas vacation and explore another theme park. The Legoland in Malaysia sounds really good,  or perhaps a visit at Disneyland Hongkong. But I think they also want another Universal Studios stint in Singapore.  Though I want to take them somewhere new, they might not really enjoy it if they’re imaging to be in another place. We still have time to make up our minds, but of course we have to give some allowance for planning and booking so we’ll have a hassle-free vacation to look forward to.

Just as soon as November comes in, our company starts preparing for different events and parties for the season. We also have themes for these occasions so we are all excitedly preparing for our costumes and the likes. The management realized that it’s better for us to simply find a reliable event planning company to take over the preparations of the events and parties we have lined up. This way we can be sure that not a single detail will be missed and we can enjoy the preparations and the partying instead of worrying over the events’ details such as the catering, the designs, sound or hosts. We’re leaving all that to our event organizers this time.

Over the recent years, more and more people are discovering the joys of traveling and wandering into unknown places. Many have followed the footsteps of backpackers, while others who are not as adventurous but still wants to travel opted for tours, vacations and travels with their love ones. While backpacking sounded really amazing, there are just some people who cannot go out there on their own. And for many, an escorted tour is the best way to experience more out of their limited day vacation or trip.

An escorted trip around the romantic delights of Morocco will truly leave you and your company breathless with the sights and sounds of the four imperial cities of Rabat, Fez, Meknes and Marrakesh. Touring Vietnam with an escort will also give you a complete run down of colorful contrast of culture, history, exotic cuisine, stunning scenery and more! If you are really clueless about a country or place yet you’re interested to discover the gems and wonderful things about it on a limited time, taking an escort with you will make it ultimately easier and enjoyable for you. So relax, enjoy and experience all the beauty and wonders of the world at your own leisure.

Disneyland is a place where you, together with your loved ones, can experience an ultimate family treat. On the other hand, not everyone is able to experience its beauty especially if you have a tight budget. But don’t worry because you can avail a great bargain like cheap Disneyland packages for the family.

Here are some of the things that you might do in order to find an affordable one:

• Check out of the Disneyland resort official website and view their offered packages

• Talk to a Disney representatives

• Try some company discounts

• Avoid traveling during peak seasons

You can check out several of these Disneyland vacation packages which are cheap in prices and you will certainly bring back that magic to your family time together. Without a doubt, you’ll have a remarkable Disneyland adventure with your loved ones.

Have you ever wondered what country has the longest Christmas celebration? It’s the Philippines of course! As early as September 1, Christmas tunes are already played over the radio and many stores are starting to display Christmas decors such as the Christmas tree, colorful balls, glittery garlands, angel figurines, wreaths and more! Filipinos probably consider Christmas as the most joyous season of all so it is celebrated for the longest time – all of three months! And families that puts up Christmas decoration early uses only the best selection of rope lights for their Christmas trees to ensure that they last until New Years day!

My friend Anna emailed me about gift ideas that she can give to her boyfriend for their anniversary. Both of them loved traveling and exploring the outdoors so I suggested that maybe outdoor gears and equipments will do fine. I also sent her a link to an outdoor gear sites and she said she’ll look around for North Face Mens Jackets here. They are actually planning on mountain climbing to celebrate their anniversary and the jacket will be a very timely gift then. I guessing that her boyfriend will also have the same gift idea because they are so tuned in with each other, I wouldn’t be surprised if they both give outdoor gears as gifts to one another.