Bonifacio Global City (BGC)-bound Bus New Routes (during RUSH HOURS only)

Bonifacio Global City (BGC)-bound Bus New Routes (during RUSH HOURS only)

How To Commute To Tuscany, McKinley Hill in Taguig City

How To Commute To Tuscany, McKinley Hill in Taguig City

Tuscany in McKinley Hill is located along Upper McKinley Road right next to the Parking building after passing by One World Square, Two World Square and Three World Square buildings across Venice Piazza. 

If you are coming from the C-5 entrance of McKinley Hill, Tuscany is right next to the Korean International School and Botanical Garden and in front of Mckinley Hill Village. 

From Guadalupe-EDSA MRT Station (North Bound):

Under the MRT Guadalupe Station (North Bound) near Jollibee restaurant, you have two (2) options:

• Option 1: Ride the jeepney bound to AFP Housing.  This route passes by McKinley Hill entrance. Ask the driver to drop you near McKinley Hill entrance (along Lawton Avenue).  Lawton Ave. is the road connecting to 5th Avenue in BGC after the intersection with McKinley Road.
• Option 2: Ride the jeepney with Fort Bonifacio sign.  This route passes by McKinley Hill entrance. Ask the driver to drop you near McKinley Hill entrance (along Lawton Avenue).  Lawton Ave. is the road connecting to 5th Avenue in BGC after the intersection with McKinley Road.

Schedule: Mondays to Sundays 4:00 AM to 11:00 PM

Trip Duration: 30 - 45 mins from Guadalupe (depending on the traffic)

Drop-off: Commuters should get-off the jeep upon arriving near McKinley Hill entrance (along Lawton Avenue).  Lawton Ave. is the road connecting to 5th Avenue in BGC after the intersection with McKinley Road.

Please note that upon drop-off, you still have to walk some distance to your destination (Tuscany). You will pass by One-World Square, Two-World Square, Three World Square and Parking building (across Venice Piazza).

From Ayala MRT Station: 

Options:

• Option 1: A few meters away from the Ayala MRT station at the back of Shell Station, you will find Buses bound for Market Market.  These are air-conditioned buses that go around Fort Bonifacio. Get down at the corner of 5th Avenue and McKinley Road and look for jeepneys bound for FTI Gate 3. This will pass by McKinley Hill entrance (along Lawton Ave.).  Lawton Ave. is the road connecting to 5th Avenue in BGC after the intersection with McKinley Road. Fare is Php12.00.

• Option 2: There are also jeepneys plying the Ayala route going to Market! Market! Get down at the corner of 5th Avenue and McKinley Road and look for jeepneys bound for FTI Gate 3. They will pass by McKinley Hill entrance (along Lawton Ave.), Taguig City.  Lawton Ave. is the road connecting to 5th Avenue in BGC after the intersection with McKinley Road.

Please note that upon drop-off, you still have to walk some distance to your destination (Tuscany). You will pass by One-World Square, Two-World Square, Three World Square and Parking building (across Venice Piazza).

From Pasong Tamo/Magallanes MRT Station: 

Options:

• Option 1: Go to the San Lorenzo Place Showroom at the corner of Pasong Tamo and EDSA. Look for the bus/FX terminal which are bound for McKinley Hill.
• Option 2: There are also jeepneys passing along Pasong Tamo/Mantrade/WalterMart (along Pasay Road) that are bound for FTI. Ride the one that goes to Gate 3. From Gate 3 or end of Pasong Tamo Extension, there are jeepneys bound for Guadalupe, passing by McKinley Hill entrance (along Lawton Ave.).  Lawton Ave. is the road connecting to 5th Avenue in BGC after the intersection with McKinley Road.

Please note that upon drop-off, you still have to walk some distance to your destination (Tuscany). You will pass by One-World Square, Two-World Square, Three World Square and Parking building (across Venice Piazza).

From Taguig or Paranaque area:

• Ride a jeepney going to Nichols in Taguig and ask to be drop off at Gate 3.  This is where you could find the jeepney terminal to The Fort. From Gate 3 , there are jeepneys bound for Guadalupe, passing by McKinley Hill entrance (along Lawton Ave.).  Lawton Ave. is the road connecting to 5th Avenue in BGC after the intersection with McKinley Road.

Please note that upon drop-off, you still have to walk some distance to your destination (Tuscany). You will pass by One-World Square, Two-World Square, Three World Square and Parking building (across Venice Piazza).

From C5:

• Option 1: From the C5 area, ride an FX or jeepney going to Kalayaan Avenue and go down at the intersection of Kalayaan and C5 called "Buting". There are jeepneys bound for Market! Market! from that corner. From Market! Market!, ride the jeepney bound for FTI/Gate 3, these jeepneys passes by McKinley Hill entrance (along Lawton Ave.).  Lawton Ave. is the road connecting to 5th Avenue in BGC after the intersection with McKinley Road.
• Option 2: At Buting, ride C5 ikot or FTI then alight near the entrance of McKinley Hill (along Lawton Ave.).  Lawton Ave. is the road connecting to 5th Avenue in BGC after the intersection with McKinley Road.

Please note that upon drop-off, you still have to walk some distance to your destination (Tuscany). You will pass by One-World Square, Two-World Square, Three World Square and Parking building (across Venice Piazza).

For private vehicles: 

• Option 1: Drive along Lawton Road that connects South Super Highway (via FTI/Nichols/Villamor Airbase exit) and Bonifacio Global City (BGC). Lawton Ave. is the road connecting to 5th Avenue in BGC after the intersection with McKinley Road.
• Option 2: Take C5 via the McKinley Hills entrance past the exit of Market! Market!/The Fort in the southbound lane. 
• Option 3:From the northbound lane of EDSA  

1.  Take Kalayaan Avenue 
2.  Take McKinley Road going to Forbes Park by the Ayala corner 
3.  C5 flyover coming from Buendia. 

Note: Some drivers suggest to just approach via Lawton Road since this road is not too traffic yet compared to C5. But then again it would depend on the time and day and traffic in this area.

Feeling rich? Ride a cab from any area around the metro.  More convenient and stress free pag nag cab kayo.

WAFU treats for Dad

WAFU treats for Dad

The month of June will not be complete without the celebration of Father’s Day.

And on June 16, 2013, WAFU rolls out a red carpet welcome for a TEPPANYAKI treat for all dads!

Take dad to lunch or dinner at WAFU and enjoy  great feast of prime beef, chicken, pork, seafood and veggies. While a complimentary round of sake or beer awaits all daddies, WAFU’s Teppanyaki treat also includes sushi sampler, unlimited fried rice and beverage.

Ongoing until June 16, experience the excitement of WAFU’s 10 course Sit-Down Omakase Buffet, where you can go over 10 courses again and again!

Located along the Virra Mall Service Road, WAFU is the latest chic and fine dining destination in the city today. WAFU serves the most flavorful yet classic Japanese favorites but given a modern twist, courtesy of its executive chef who likes to innovate, in order to suit the modern taste of discriminating lovers of Japanese food today.

And if you happen to be a Metrobank credit card holder, enjoy 40% off for every 3 guests.

WAFU’s Teppanyaki Treats starts at 11am to 1pm for lunch;  6-8pm and 8-10pm  (1^st and 2^nd seating respectively) for dinner. Advance reservation recommended.

WAFU Japanese Restaurant is located at the Greenhills Shopping Center, San Juan. For your advance reservations and other inquiries, call 570-3242,  570-3364 or 09178770101.

Visit WAFU Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/wafughills.

Ika 115 Taon ng Kasarinlan Ng Pilipinas

Ika 115 Taon ng Kasarinlan Ng Pilipinas

Isang mapagpalayang araw ng kasarinlan! Sa Pilipinas na ating bansa, marami ang nagtatanong kung tayo'y talagang malaya.

Sa ika-isang daan at labing limang taon ng Kasarinlan, talaga bang tayo'y malaya?

Minamahal mo ba talaga ang Pilipinas? Alam mo pa ba ang Panatang Makabayan? 

Isabuhay natin ang pagiging Makabayang Pilipino, sa isip, sa salita at sa gawa.  Sauluhin mo muli ang iyong kinagisnan panata.

Ang taong hindi marunong magmahal sa sariling wika ay higit pa sa mabaho at sa malansang isda.- Jose Rizal

Panatang Makabayan Old Version

Iniibig ko ang Pilipinas.
Ito ang aking lupang sinilangan.
Ito ang tahanan ng aking lahi.
Ako'y kanyang kinukupkop at tinutulungan
Upang maging malakas, maligaya at kapakipakinabang.

Bilang ganti ay diringgin ko ang payo ng aking mga magulang.
Susundin ko ang mga tuntunin ng aking paaralan.
Tutuparin ko ang tunkulin ng isang mamamayang makabayan at masunurin sa batas.

Paglilingkuran ko ang aking bayan ng walang pag-iimbot at ng buong katapatan.
Sisikapin kong maging isang tunay na Pilipino, sa isip, sa salita at sa gawa.


Panatang Makabayan New Version By Raul Roco

Iniibig ko ang Pilipinas, aking lupang sinilangan, tahanan ng aking lahi, kinukupkop ako at tinutulungan maging malakas, masipag at marangal.

Dahil mahal ko ang Pilipinas, diringgin ko ang payo ng aking magulang, susundin ko ang tuntunin ng paaralan, tutuparin ko ang tungkulin ng mamamayang makabayan: naglilingkod, nag-aaral at nagdarasal ng buong katapatan.

Iaalay ko ang aking buhay, pangarap, pagsisikap sa bansang Pilipinas.

VIDEO: Maricar Reyes and Richard Poon Secret Marriage

VIDEO: Maricar Reyes and Richard Poon Secret Marriage

Everybody was caught by surprise by the secret wedding of singer Richard Poon and Maricar Reyes the other day, June 9, 2013, Sunday.

The public is curious about what happened during the actual wedding. 

A lot of their fans are so kilig with their pre-nup pictures!

Enjoy the wedding video!

So sweet!

Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Richard Poon!

MAY BAGONG THULE

MAY BAGONG THULE

Don't get any silly idea. The guy in the picture is not "bagong TULI" (newly circumcised). I am referring to the Swedish brand THULE that brings you closer to the world and your passion in life. THULE helps active families and outdoor enthusiasts.

For the motoring, cycling and kayaking enthusiasts, you must be familiar with this brand because of its stylish and durable car roof racks,  bike carriers, and kayak carriers.

Not only does THULE assist you in carrying your adventure equipment to your destination, it also brings to you a new line of luggage, bags, sleeves and cases.

With THULE's good looking, rugged and highly functional rollers, carry-ons and duffel bags, you could go through your travels worry-free and in style.

Its attractive backpacks and messenger bags are designed to store and protect your laptop, documents and other personal belongings.

It also has stylish and fitted laptop and tablet cases to protect your computer equipment.

Plus, THULE'S camera backpacks, daypacks, slings and toploaders are ideal in bringing your valuable photo equipment in your journeys or short commutes.

The THULE's promise: Whatever your passion, whatever your pursuit. Wherever you're going, whatever you're bringing. With THULE, you're free to live your active life to the fullest.

THULE cases and bags are available in THULE's store at the 4/F, The Block of SM City North Edsa and at TROPOLOGIE's stores in Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Alabang Town Center (ATC) and Eastwood.  

Daiana Menezes: Disturbing Posts About Rape & Violence

Daiana Menezes: Disturbing Posts About Rape & Violence

On June 9, Brazilian Model / Actress Daiana Menezes  posted in her instagram a photo with the words: "The End," 

and then posted a photo with the words "NO TO RAPE."

Daiana's posts also included a photo of her (?) arm with bruises.

Menezes replied to some of her followers, saying, "I dunno y Filipino men can be … I have no words" and "exactly they should respect the pain it’s not right to expose anymore its too Much to take."

            Images from daianamenezes Instagram 

I hope Daiana is alright. 

WORLD BALANCE: Comfortable and Stylish

WORLD BALANCE: Comfortable and Stylish

In the world of footwear, World Balance is recognized as a brand known for its durability. This year, World Balance came up with stylish shoes to meet the demand not only for affordable and durable shoes but also shoes with style.

My brother and I share the same addiction as we are both shoe-a-holics! I so love the pairs of rubber shoes that World Balance sent to us. Upon seeing my pair of shoes above  (SPECTRAL - dark gray, aqua blue), my first impression is "Cool!"

Here is the top view picture of my pair of shoes:


Style

Cool because it is very stylish. The mesh design and color combination of dark gray, white, aqua blue, and purple really wowed me. The predominantly dark gray color with tints of aqua blue, and purple makes it easy for me to mix and match my shoes with my jeans, shorts or jogging pants. 

I choose this pair of shoes with gray color because it won't show as much dirt compared to that with lighter color/s.  

Comfort

Of course, shoes may look good but the real test would be how it feels to wear them. 

On this criteria, my pair of shoes passed with flying colors. 

My pair of shoes is lightweight and fits me well like a glove right out of the box. I use it whenever I exercise around our village. The cushion is just right! My walkathon trips became stress-free because even if I walk around our village several times the impact on my feet is lesser than usual.

Apparently, what makes my pair of rubber shoes extra comfortable is its breathable mesh design. The mesh allows air to pass through and circulate, making your feet feel comfortable and fresh while moving around with a great degree of intensity. It keeps my feet drier and cooler.

Durability/ Performance

Close examination of how my pair of shoes was built would show that the materials used are of good quality. The stitches appear sturdy to be able to withstand the various stresses they would be subjected to. The soles look durable and have good traction. I tested my pair of shoes on slippery surfaces and it did not disappoint. It really is a non-skid and non-slip pair of shoes.  

Of course, time will tell if my pair of shoes will last but judging from the way it performs so far, it will be a constant companion for a long time.

 The length of the shoelaces is just right for me to adjust on how tight I wanted my shoes to be.

My pair of rubber shoes has a fantastic grip which is perfect for walking, jogging and running.

Aside from the price which is very affordable (Php1,499), you get a bonus when you buy shoes of this brand because they look real good and stylish.

Comfort and style!

By buying this, I know you will get what you pay for and I definitely recommend this to everyone!

Who says owning a pair of rubber shoes needs to cost much?

Check out their website and facebook page too to see other designs available.

RICHARD POON AND MARICAR REYES:Tied the Knot

RICHARD POON AND MARICAR REYES:Tied the Knot

Singer Richard Poon and actress Maricar Reyes tied the knot today, Sunday, June 9, 2013, at The Bellevue Manila in Alabang, Muntinlupa.

Source: Nikki's Instagram photo

Among those who attended the wedding were Nikki Gil, Billy Crawford, Nikki Valdez, Christian Bautista and ABS-CBN executives Johnny Manahan, Cory Vidanes and Linggit Tan. 

It was a beautiful elegant intimate wedding for Richard Poon and Maricar Reyes.

Congratulations, Richard Poon and  Best Wishes Maricar Reyes!

Richard Poon serenades wife Maricar Reyes during their wedding today, Sunday.

                           Source:Garlic Garcia's Twitter account

Richard Poon and wife Maricar Reyes recite their wedding vows during their wedding on Sunday. 

Richard Poon vows: I promise to make you my most frequent call, etc.. I love you from the bottom of my chinito heart.

A photo from the wedding was also posted in the official Instagram account of ABS-CBN’s talent management arm Star Magic.

ABS-CBN producer Garlic Garcia was also at the event who posted parts of the vows of Poon and Reyes real-time on Twitter.

Last April Richard Poon confirmed his engagement to Maricar Reyes and told us that they are planning to have a small private wedding this year. But did not divulged the exact date of their wedding.

                              Posted by catman38ph on Instagram

Poon had also said they want to invite only their family and closest friends in their wedding in Manila.

Big Bad Bawang posted this message for the newlyweds on twitter: Your love story inspires us all. To a Love that forgives,endures&always perseveres!

Congratulations, Richard and Maricar Poon! 

PHILIPPINE AIRLINES: Independence Day Madness

PHILIPPINE AIRLINES: Independence Day Madness 

Hello, dear readers! I was scouting for a domestic seat sale and come across the Philippine flag carrier's seat sale.

If you have plans on traveling this November up to January next year, then try to look at this seat sale. Good luck!

Selling Period: June 7 - 12, 2013
Travel Period: Nov 1, 2013 – Jan 15, 2014

Click here to book now!

Note: This is not a paid post I just love to share information.

Cellphone Number 09438204083 Is A Spammer

Cellphone Number 09438204083 Is A Spammer

This morning my peaceful Sunday was disturbed by a message from 09438204083 throwing harsh accusations.

To everyone, please help me find out who the owner of cellphone # 09438204083 is.

To the owner of cellphone # 09438204083 Bullying is uncool. If you want traffic for your site please make your entries beautiful that people would want to read it and not because you are bullying innocent people. 

I won't state the name of the website that he/she mentioned. Baka magka traffic pa.

Dinosaur at the Mind Museum

Dinosaur at the Mind Museum

Aaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhh!!! Run for your life.....Here comes Stan, the life-sized skeleton cast of one of the largest and ferocious dinosaurs, the Tyrannosaurus rex (or simply T. rex), inside the Mind Museum! Ha ha ha ha!

Stan stands at twenty feet. The T. rex rises nearly to its full height to grapple the more fortunate hunter and dispute the prey.

It is named after the amateur fossil hunter Stan Sacrison who discovered the original fossils of the T. rex in South Dakota in 1987. 

The original fossils are found inside the museum of Black Hills Institute (BHI) of Geological Research, Inc. in South Dakota along with 'Duffy,' which is another set of T. Rex fossils discovered by Sacrison in 1993.

And just in case you want to order a similar life-sized cast or replica of Stan, you can have it at only US$100,000.00 (!) from Black Hills Institute (BHI) of Geological Research, Inc. in South Dakota, U.S.A. Similar replicas of Stan are found in Manchester Museum in UK, Dinosphere at the Children's Museum of Indianapolis, New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science in Old Town Albuquerque, New Mexico, and many others.

Or you can just be contented with being awed by and posing with Stan at the Mind Museum located at J.Y. Campos Park, 3rd Avenue, Bonifacio Global City, Philippines.

KASAMBAHAY LAW: Wages, Benefits, Penalties

KASAMBAHAY LAW: Wages, Benefits, Penalties

Attention Employers of Kasambahay or Household Service Workers (HSWs)!

Republic Act 10361, otherwise known as the Kasambahay Law, took effect last Tuesday, June 4, 2013. The new law entitles household service workers (HSWs) reasonable wages and benefits such as the following:

• PhilHealth
• Pag-Ibig
• Social Security System (SSS) coverage.

The law mandates that household workers are entitled to receive at least P2,500 per month if they are employed within Metro Manila; P2,000 monthly salary in other cities and first-class municipalities; and P1,500 elsewhere in the Philippines.

HSWs includes the following:

• general helpers
• yayas
• laundry persons or labandera
• cooks
• gardeners
• Any other person who regularly performs domestic work in one household on an occupational basis

The following are not included:

• Service providers (any person or  entity that carries an independent business and undertakes to perform job, work or service on his/ her own for a household, according to his/ her own manner or method, and free from the control and direction of the employer in all matters in connection with the performance of the work except as to the results thereof)
• Family drivers
• Children under foster family arrangement
• Any other person who performs work occasionally or sporadically and not on an occupational basis

Copies of the Kasambahay law implementing rules and regulations (IRR) can be obtained from Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) regional offices and barangay LGU offices. 

Under the law, contracts between HSWs and their respective employers (see sample contract  in the IRR) must be recorded with the office of the Punong Barangay of the place where the employer resides. That is why 3 copies of the employment contract must be signed. One for the employer, one for the Kasambahay and the third one is for the office of the Punong Barangay.

Yes, my dear. You also have to register (in the Registry of Kasambahay) your Kasambahay in the barangay where your residence is located. 

To start the ball rolling, the Punong Barangay, together with SSS, Pag-IBIG and Philhealth representatives, will conduct a common registration of all Kasambahay nationwide. The start-up registration will be held in a City or Municipal Hall or Plaza, organized by the City or Municipal Mayor immediately upon promulgation of the IRR.

Any violation of the Kasambahay Law provisions is punishable with a fine of not less than P10,000 but not more than P40,000 without prejudice to the filing of appropriate civil or criminal action by the aggrieved party.

Better be safe than sorry.

"Ignorance of the law excuses no one"