Author: Issa
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The Art of Large Group Travel Planning
Traveling in a large group can be exciting and rewarding, but it can also be quite daunting. If you have ever tried to plan a trip for more than one person, you know that booking flights and hotels is just the beginning. This year, I have been on a few group trips that were a…
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My Cebu Pacific Super Pass Saga: P99 Flights, Glitches & All!
Carissa, #CEBSuperPass just for YOU!đź’› That’s the personalized email subject line I got from Cebu Pacific. Who wouldn’t swoon? I was answering booking requests at Issa Suites, minding my own business, when this gem landed in my inbox around 11am. I wouldn’t have noticed it if not for my eagle-eyed partner, who spotted it on…
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Ardenhills Suites: A Quezon City Gem with Breakfast Included
Finding the perfect place to stay when you’ve got the whole family in tow can feel like a treasure hunt. Especially when everyone has their own “must-haves.” Me? I crave comfort. My partner? He’ll happily pay extra for convenience. And our little one? Well, he’s got a big appetite for breakfast. Actually, “breakfast” is more…
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Updated Requirements for Delayed Birth Registration in Cebu
This year has been hectic. I’m juggling Airbnb hosting, caring for my child, and trying to fit in exercise. Amid all this, I neglected to follow up on my son’s delayed birth registration. We submitted the necessary documents in January but did not hear back from the Civil Registrar’s office. Assuming it was part of…
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Maxicare, Medicard, and More: Comparing the Best HMOs in the Philippines for 2024
My parents, despite their age, are doing well. And my own hospital stay? Just the one, back in 2019 when my son was born. For a time, health insurance felt like something we could maybe put off. But life has a way of reminding you that things change. Being a freelancer, with a little one…
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Romeo’s Blue Skies: An Anime That Transformed a Generation
Barely able to cook meals for myself as a child, I was captivated by this anime. It was melancholic, yes, but also held something unexpected that left a lasting mark on my impressionable 10-year-old mind. Aired with a Tagalog dub on ABS-CBN in 1995, the 33-episode series Romeo and the Black Brothers tells the heart-wrenching…
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WISP is Now “Mandatory Pension Booster”? A Closer Look at MySSS Pension Changes
Hey there, fellow SSS contributors! If you’re like me, you’ve probably been dutifully setting aside your hard-earned money for retirement through the SSS. But recently, I logged into my MySSS account and was greeted with a surprise: WISP (Workers’ Investment and Savings Program) and WISP Plus have vanished! So, I tinkered with SSS’ website and…
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15 Children’s Books to Add to Your Toddler’s Library
As a parent, I’ve always believed in the power of books to open up new worlds for children. Even though I didn’t grow up surrounded by books, I was determined to create a different experience for my son. When he was a baby, I went through a phase of buying board books like there was…
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My Frustrating Experience Claiming PhilPlans Benefits
Imagine diligently saving for years, only to receive less than what you initially put in. It’s a frustrating reality many face, and my experience with PhilPlans was no exception. From trusting a family member’s advice to facing the harsh reality of the fine print, this is a story of disappointment, resilience, and the power of…
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Rainy Day Fun in Cebu: 10 Indoor Playgrounds & Birthday Spots for Little Ones
Keeping little ones entertained indoors can be hard on most days but it’s especially harder on rainy days. But fear not, Cebu offers indoor playhouses perfect for burning off that endless energy and can even transform into the ultimate birthday party hotspots. Get ready to ditch the cabin fever and say hello to giggles and…