P188 Seats from Clark, Cebu and Zamboanga Hubs!

If you're flying from the AirPhil Express's Clark, Cebu and Zamboanga hubs, you might as well grab their seat sale rate and pay only PhP188.00!

This promo runs until March 19, 2012 only, and is applicable for trips between April 1 to May 31, 2012.

Here are the included destinations:

• Clark to Cebu
• Clark to  Davao
• Clark to  Kalibo
• Clark to  Puerto Princesa
• Cebu to Bacolod
• Cebu to  Butuan
• Cebu to  Cagayan de Oro
• Cebu to  Caticlan
• Cebu to  Cotabato
• Cebu to  Davao
• Cebu to  Dipolog
• Cebu to  General Santos
• Cebu to  Iloilo
• Cebu to  Kalibo
• Cebu to  Legazpi
• Cebu to  Ozamiz
• Cebu to  Pagadian
• Cebu to  Puerto Princesa
• Cebu to  Surigao
• Cebu to  Tacloban
• Cebu to  Zamboanga
• Zamboanga to Davao
• Zamboanga to Jolo
• Zamboanga to Tawi-tawi

Visit www.airphilexpresss.com to book your flights now!

You may also want to read about:

• AirPhil Express's Domestic Flight Schedule
• Airline Re-booking and Cancellation Fees, et al
• Cebu Pacific Air's Domestic Flight Schedule
• Seair's Domestic Flight Schedule

Fly from the Cebu, and Mindanao for Only P88!

Coming from Cebu, Davao, Cagayan de Oro or Zamboanga?  Better take advantage of Cebu Pacific Air's latest promo!

Until March 19, 2012 only, Cebu Pacific Air will let you book your flights between May 1 to September 30, 2012 for only PhP88.00!

Check out these included routes:

• Cebu to Bacolod
• Cebu to Butuan
• Cebu to  Cagayan de Oro
• Cebu to  Clark
• Cebu to  Dipolog
• Cebu to  Dumaguete
• Cebu to  General Santos
• Cebu to  Iloilo
• Cebu to  Legazpi
• Cebu to  Ozamiz
• Cebu to  Pagadian
• Cebu to  Puerto Princesa
• Cebu to  Siargao
• Cebu to  Surigao
• Cebu to  Tacloban
• Cebu to  Zamboanga
• Cebu to  Kalibo
• Davao to Cagayan de Oro
• Davao to Zamboanga
• Zamboanga to Tawi-tawi

Visit www.cebupacificair.com to book your flights before seats run out!

You may also want to read about:

• Cebu Pacific Air's Domestic Flight Schedule
• Airline Re-booking and Cancellation Fees, et al
• AirPhil Express's Domestic Flight Schedule
• Seair's Domestic Flight Schedule

AirPhil's Sale Starts @ P288!

If you're looking for more seat sale after AirPhil Express's PiSO sale a few days ago, here's another one for those born with incurable itchy feet.


Starting at PhP288.00, you and your friends can book seats to and from the Manila, Cebu, Davao and Zamboanga hubs.  Go ahead and check if your destination is in the list of promo flights:

•  Manila to Legazpi
• Manila to  Masbate
• Manila to  Naga
• Manila to  San Jose (Mindoro)
• Manila to  Tuguegarao
• Cebu to Bacolod
• Cebu to  Butuan
• Cebu to  Cagayan de Oro
• Cebu to  Caticlan
• Cebu to  Cotabato
• Cebu to  Davao
• Cebu to  Dipolog
• Cebu to  Dumaguete
• Cebu to  General Santos
• Cebu to  Iloilo
• Cebu to  Kalibo
• Cebu to  Legazpi
• Cebu to  Ozamiz
• Cebu to  Pagadian
• Cebu to  Puerto Princesa
• Cebu to  Surigao
• Cebu to  Tacloban
• Cebu to  Zamboanga
• Davao to Cagayan de Oro
• Davao to  Iloilo
• Davao to  Zamboanga
• Zamboanga to Davao
• Zamboanga to Jolo
• Zamboanga to Tawi-tawi

PhP588.00

• Manila to Bacolod
• Manila to  Calbayog
• Manila to  Catarman
• Manila to  Caticlan
• Manila to  Cebu
• Manila to  Iloilo
• Manila to  Kalibo
• Manila to  Tacloban
• Manila to  Tagbilaran

This promo runs until March 12, 2012 for trips between April 16 to August 15, 2012 only.

Visit www.airphilexpress.com to book your flights!

You may also want to read:

• AirPhil Express's Domestic Flight Schedule
• Airline Re-booking and Cancellation Fees, et al
• Cebu Pacific Air's Domestic Flight Schedule
• Seair's Domestic Flight Schedule

Cebu Pa'cs Sale @ 90% Off on ALL DESTINATIONS!

In my humble opinion, this is the next best thing to the PIso sale, wouldn't you agree?


Cebu Pacific Air is slashing off 90% from all its domestic and regional flights so we can fly more, more, more!


Unless the huge poster is not showing on this page, you'll know that this promo runs until March 9, 2012 for trips between August 1, 2012 to March 31, 2013!


Can you believe it? It even lets you book cheap flights during the Christmas season, it's insane!!!


Visit www.cebupacificair.com to book your flights now!  As in now! : D


You may also want to read about:

• Cebu Pacific Air's Domestic Flight Schedule
• Airline Re-booking and Cancellation Fees, et al
• AirPhil Express's Domestic Flight Schedule
• Seair's Domestic Flight Schedule

AirPhil's PISO Sale is Back!!!

Who would've expected that AirPhil Express would launch another one?  (Probably Airphil) Anyway, this is great news, and gives us more reason to explore the beautiful Pilipinas!


This promo runs until March 8, 2012, and can be used for trips between March 29 to June 30, 2012 only!


P1.00

• Clark to Cebu
• Clark to Davao
• Clark to Kalibo
• Clark to Puerto Princesa

P888.00

• Manila to Butuan
• Manila to Cagayan de Oro
• Manila to Cotabato
• Manila to Davao
• Manila to General Santos
• Manila to Ozamiz
• Manila to Pagadian
• Manila to Surigao
• Manila to Zamboanga

P1,088.00 - Manila to Singapore

Visit www.airphilexpress.com to book your flights now!

You may also want to read about:

• AirPhil Express's Domestic Flight Schedule
• Airline Re-booking and Cancellation Fees, et al
• Cebu Pacific Air's Domestic Flight Schedule
• Seair's Domestic Flight Schedule

Everyday's a Fly Day!

Cebu Pacific Air is kicking off summer with cheap domestic and international flights!  Starting at PhP288.00, you can roam and check out the rockin' destinations in the country and in our neighboring Asian countries!


PhP288.00

• Cebu to Cagayan de Oro
• Cebu to  Zamboanga
• Davao to Cagayan de Oro
• Davao to  Zamboanga
• Cagayan de Oro to Iloilo
• Zamboanga to Tawi-tawi 

PhP688.00

• Manila to Cagayan de Oro
• Manila to Zamboanga
• Clark to Hong Kong
• Clark to Davao

PhP1,088.00

• Manila to Hong Kong
• Manila to Macau
• Manila to Taipei
• Cebu to Hong Kong
• Kalibo to Hong Kong

PhP1,288.00 - Manila to Guangzhou or Xiamen

PhP2,488.00

• Manila to Busan
• Manila to Beijing
• Manila to Incheon
• Manila to Osaka
• Manila to Shanghai
• Cebu to Busan
• Cebu to Incheon

Visit www.cebuairpacific.com to book your flights right away!  Promo runs until March 7, 2012, for travel dates between May 1 to July 31, 2012, only.

You may also want to read:

• Cebu Pacific Air's Domestic Flight Schedule
• AirPhil Express's Domestic Flight Schedule
• Seair's Domestic Flight Schedule
• Airline Re-booking and Cancellation Fees, et al

 

Town Fiestas: More Fun in Lubuagan (Part 2)

When I say more fun, it doesn't necessarily mean you'll witness the same loud street parades, rock band concerts, fireworks displays and the usual dishes and deserts like menudo, inihaw na bangus, leche flan and sweetened ube (yam).

It's more fun in the sense that the joy you'll feel while you're in Lubuagan goes deeper than the party high that goes away right after the city shows, parades and loud music stop playing.

Lubuagan fiestas are more fun because you don't have to stress yourself out and go through the usual ritual of spending hours in the mirror and changing your clothes just because you want to look cool during the celebration.  

Imagine just dressing up as if you'll go to your neighbor's whom you get real with.  No credit cards, no cash, no hair product, no make-up, no bag.  Just you.  You feel light, comfortable and free.  When you get that feeling, you're ready to party.

Lubuagan celebrates their town fiestas from morning until close to midnight, for three straight days.  What do they do, you ask?  Let me give you a sneak peek.

Parades - these run in the early morning to kick off the day's activities.  Yes, they have parades everyday for three days.  It starts in front of the Kalinga Academy and goes around town and ends at the Aguinaldo Shrine where most of the programs are held.

One shouldn't expect a display of floats, colorful flowers, loud music, or thousands of street dancers like at the Panagbenga in Baguio.  Instead, a public display of the simplicity of the Lubuagan people which would pull you back to how the Filipinos celebrated life ages ago.

There's no such thing as "too old" in this town.  Why, even those whose backs have been bent due to long hours in the fields don't just walk around waving to those watching.  They'd play the gangsa, a rather heavy metal gong, and joyfully contribute to this celebration of life, this chance to go around town and share their age-old music with the locals and visitors, planting rhythmic patterns and melodies that will never leave you, even after months have already gone by.  Now, doesn't that beat the temporary clubbin' high?

Cultural Presentations- These are what you should expect after the parades.  Government employees, students and members of non-profit organizations perform indigenous and modern dances that's just a delight to see.

Contests and Laga Runway- this is the part that makes it even more fun in Lubuagan.  They have contests unlike any other that you'd see on TV or the frequently visited tourist spots in the country:  Rice pounding race, a contest on who finishes a cup of freshly boiled coffee, beauty pageants and laga runway which both showcase their handwoven fabric, and a contest on chants, which are open to the youth to encourage them in embracing their culture.

Eat - if you behave well enough and leave your arrogance where you came from, then the folks here would invite you to eat and even stay at their house.  This isn't new here, they do this even if there's no celebration.  They're just that accommodating, which is something I only got to read in Philippine history books. 

One thing you should keep in mind, and this is very important:  the Lubugan people don't like confusing their taste buds.  Most of the viands you'll taste here are mostly mixed with only salt to taste and a bit of sijot (chili) to spice it up a bit.  Boiled pork is just that, boiled pork. So is boiled monggo and boiled chicken.  If you're having beans, that's all you're having.  It doesn't come with herbs, other vegetables or sauces.  It's surprisingly good and sweet.  Nutritious, too!

Now, if you're picky, you shouldn't even be in Lubuagan.  Nah, I was kidding.   Actually, I meant that.  Lubuagan is the definition of simple living.  No fuss, no nonsense.  If you're hungry, you eat.  What do you need sauces for?  
But anyway, if you're picky, you can definitely buy canned goods from the stores around town.  Ask around for Manang Mamay, Kobit, Manang Isabel, Manang Ulling or Kobit. They sell bottled refreshments like Gatorade, Coca-cola softdrinks, some liquor, also toiletries and even some shirts if you run out of clothing. 

Drink - Lubuagan people love to drink water when they're thirsty, and alcohol when they're happy.  Or when it's really cold.  Actually, they drink even when it's hot, so I believe they love to drink.  If you're an alcohol drinker, this may very well be your haven.  Have I mentioned that women here love to drink alcohol, too?  They do, even the elders.  So, if you're walking around town around late afternoon during the fiesta, don't be surprised if someone calls out to you and says, "Shot taku yan!" (Let's have a drink!)  

If you're not a drinker, you can politely decline.  They won't mind.  If you have time and are comfortable staying with the group, ask them if you can join them while drinking water, juice or softdrinks instead.

Rest - After a long day of walking to and fro, chatting, filling up your stomach and having fun, you'll need to rest, of course.  If, by any reason, you weren't invited by any of the locals to stay at their place, you can always get a bed or room at Manang Mhamay's Pines Inn, for as low as PhP350/day, which already includes meals.  You can reach her via +639195124579 for reservations.  The place is located in the poblacion and only a stone's throw away from where most the festivities are held.

For some peace and quiet, however, ask around for Manong Sapi so you can rest and meditate at either Lilayan or Pon-e.  The last time I checked, he doesn't charge his visitors for accommodation and food, but it's better to check and make sure.

You may contact his daughters Mimi Bawer (+639183673342) or Ofhe Addom (+639199781164).


If you're lucky, you can even get to chat with Manong Sapi and listen to his words of wisdom on simple living.


Buy pasalubong - the Lubuagan people take their time in planting and harvesting their crops, weaving their fabric, long-lasting walis tambo (soft broom) and wine bottle holders so you can be assured that whatever you buy from this place is of high quality.  You can also bring home organice red or brown rice and vegetables at a very affordable price!

This is just scratching the surface as to what Lubuagan has to offer its visitors.  To read more about this town in the Cordilleras, or how to go there, check out posts on Getting There, Early Mornings, and Things to See and Do


For your trip, you may also want to read on:

• Cebu Pacific Air's Domestic Flight Schedule
• AirPhil Express's Domestic Flight Schedule
• Victory Liner's Fare Rates, Schedules and Contact Info

AirPhil's Sale Starts @ P188!

AirPhil Express brings you another seat sale to make Philippine travel less stressful and more affordable!


Check out these low rates and awesome destinations:


PhP188.00

• Cebu to Bacolod
• Cebu to Butuan
• Cebu to Cagayan de Oro
• Cebu to Caticlan
• Cebu to Cotabato
• Cebu to Davao
• Cebu to Dipolog
• Cebu to Dumaguete
• Cebu to General Santos
• Cebu to Iloilo
• Cebu to Kalibo
• Cebu to Legazpi
• Cebu to Ozamiz
• Cebu to Pagadian
• Cebu to Puerto Princesa
• Cebu to Surigao
• Cebu to Tacloban
• Cebu to Zamboanga
• Clark to Cebu
• Clark to Davao
• Clark to Kalibo
• Clark to Puerto Princesa

PhP388.00

• Manila to Bacolod
• Manila to Calbayog
• Manila to Catarman
• Manila to Caticlan
• Manila to Cebu
• Manila to Iloilo
• Manila to Kalibo
• Manila to Tacloban
• Manila to Tagbilaran

PhP888.00 - Cebu to Hong Kong

This promo runs until March 5, 2012, for travel dates between July 1 to September 30, 2012.

AirPhil Express also has a Manila-Tacloban (or vice versa) express sale that runs until March 31, 2012, for travel dates between March 1 to 31, 2012 only.

Visit www.airphilexpress.com. to book your flights, everyone!

Cebu Pac's P1SO Sale is BACK!

Starting today, March 1 until March 4, 2012, Cebu Pacific Air will allow us to book domestic flights for as low as PhP1.00!

Check out these destinations!

PhP1.00

• Cebu to Bacolod
• Cebu to Butuan
• Cebu to Cagayan de Oro
• Cebu to Boracay (Caticlan)
• Cebu to Davao
• Cebu to Dipolog
• Cebu to Dumaguete
• Cebu to General Santos
• Cebu to Iloilo
• Cebu to Ozamiz
• Cebu to Pagadian
• Cebu to Siargao
• Cebu to Surigao
• Cebu to Tacloban
• Cebu to Zamboanga
• Cebu to Kalibo
• Cagayan de Oro to Iloilo
• Zamboanga to Tawi-tawi

PhP888.00

• Manila to Butuan
• Manila to Cagayan de Oro
• Manila to Cotabato
• Manila to Davao
• Manila to Dipolog
• Manila to General Santos

• Manila to Ozamiz
• Manila to Pagadian
• Manila to Surigao
• Manila to Zamboanga
• Manila to Brunei
• Manila to Kota Kinabalu

PhP1,088.00

• Manila to Ho Chi Minh
• Manila to Kuala Lumpur
• Manila to Hanoi

PhP1,888.00 - Manila to Bangkok or Siem Reap

Promo rates are applicable to flights between April 1 to May 31, 2012 only.

Visit www.cebupacificair.com to book your flights, everyone!

For planning your trip, you may also want to read about:

• Cebu Pacific Air's Domestic Flight Schedule
• Airline Re-booking and Cancellation Fees, et al
• AirPhil Express's Domestic Flight Schedule
• Seair's Domestic Flight Schedule