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More Fun in the Philippines and Asia with AirAsia Zest

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October 10, 2013
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I’m a big fan of flying. I try to fly as often as I could. I love how it saves much time and energy when traveling a thousand miles. I love airplanes. I love the view of the clouds from the cabin window. I think clouds are ever pretty up there! Though I’ve only been to Southeast Asian countries, I know I love being airborne… so perhaps it follows,

I love AirAsia! 🙂

AirAsia. The World’s Best Low Cost Airline. 

The World’s Best Low Cost Airline

If there’s a low cost carrier that is close to my heart that will be AirAsia. I flew my first overseas travel with them and had a memorable experience. My flight to Hongkong turned out to be less frightening [than what my friend warned me about/ than I thought] because of the friendly on board flight attendants, delicious in-flight meal, comfortable seat and zero motion discomfort…

My recent travel to Singapore was even better. Initially, I had a cancelled flight but I was able to rebook an earlier schedule with the help of AirAsia customer representative on Facebook! It was so convenient! The staff replied to all my inquiries attentively! I felt their genuine support! If I could fly with AirAsia in all my travels, I’d be very delighted!

Having said that, I felt ecstatic upon hearing about AirAsia’s partnership with Zest Air. That’s right! Starting September 20, 2013, Zest Air is flying with AirAsia from NAIA Terminal 4 as AirAsia Zest! Refreshing name huh! And though I didn’t actually mind travelling to Clark Airport in my previous trips, I think not needing to go to DMIA anymore to travel with this grand low cost carrier is utterly superb! ALSO, AirAsia Zest will allow me to fly from NAIA Terminal 4 to my destination at affordable prices! And by affordable, I mean cheap with no hidden charges!

Let’s compare the prices, shall we?

Manila to Davao

AirAsia Zest: Php888 VS Competing LCC: Php 1000+

Manila to Kota Kinabalu

AirAsia Zest: Php1840 VS Competing LCC: PHP2,732.01

SO? WHAT’S YOUR VERDICT?

BETTER CHOOSE THE RIGHT WAY TO FLY!!!! (I flew to Singapore with AirAsia! So I got this perfect Jumpshot(?))

Travel bloggers like me really want to save on the air fare without sacrificing flight safety. Luckily, I can have both with AirAsia Zest. Plus, I get to experience great in-flight services that will make me forget about how cheap I spent [for the ticket]!!!

AirAsia Zest is indeed the right way to fly!

Now that AirAsia Zest is flying from NAIA Terminal 4 to different domestic and international destinations such as:  Cebu, Davao, Kalibo (Boracay), Puerto Princesa, Tagbilaran, Cagayan De Oro, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, Shanghai, China, Incheon, South Korea; I decided to write down my next travel destinations list!

PLACES TO VISIT
1. CEBU!

De-stressing tops my vacation list. By that I meant nature therapy so I’d love to go back to the Queen City of the South, again! The last time I went there, I visited some historical sites. This time I’d love to feel really close to nature. I want to go Island hopping, trekking… I want to try the recommended outdoor activities on blogs I follow. I heard that in Cebu, there are lots of fun and festive nature tripping sites to see and also lots of food to eat. It works perfectly well for me! I’d love to munch on Cebu’s Lechon and dried mangoes while appreciating the laid-back and sophisticated lifestyle in the city! I can’t wait to go back and have a grand time! And maybe if I’m lucky enough I’d get myself a new decent guitar as birthday present! 🙂

This is me in front of Cebu Capitol

2. CAGAYAN DE ORO!!

While I enjoyed most water activities in Boracay, I’ve never  experienced rafting. I’d really love to go to Cagayan de Oro River and enjoy their famous white water rafting or kayaking adventures [this time without the maddening crowd of Boracay LOL]. I also want to promote on my blog about their pristine waterfalls, historical and majestic caves, beaches, street scenes, and of course, food! [I feel so hungry!] 

Just sharing this photo from crocodile island 🙂 “Snorkeling Kang” 🙂 Next time it’s definitely rafting in CDO river!

3. DAVAO!!!

Food tripping, specifically with tropical and seasoned fruits, is also on my list. This alone makes me wanna visit Davao and see for myself Kadayawan Festival fruit bazaars! I LOVE FRUITS! I am a maniac for fruits! I’ve been wanting to go to Davao (especially to our Church lot with hectares of fruit-bearing trees)! Now it’s possible to go to Davao because of AirAsia Zest’s unrivalled daily low fares! Thank you AirAsia Zest! 

In DAVAO, I can get more of these precious goodies and others like DURIAN, POMELO and MANGOSTEEN

Going international?!

As for my next international destination, I am going to Kota Kinabalu! You saw AirAsia Zest’s low fare right?! And the photo below? Who wouldn’t grab the lovely opportunity? And besides it’s AirAsia Zest! It sure lives up to the same high standards of its partner, AirAsia! So worry no more and just enjoy! 🙂

Photo taken by my friend Junya… I grabbed this from his Facebook LOL

Again, AirAsia Zest can take you from NAIA Terminal 4 to any domestic and international routes you prefer safely at affordable fares! In addition to that, you’ll be able to fly with guaranteed world class travel experience! So the next time you plan a flight, you know how, AirAsia Zest, The Right Way to Fly! 

Keep updated with AirAsia’s amazing deals, 

like AirAsia Philippines on Facebook 

or follow @AirAsiaPh via Twitter.

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Erica Jahn

Erica is a former PR pro turned entrepreneur. Her greatest joys are family, blogging, music, skin care and social justice. As a Muay Thai enthusiast, Erica prides herself on working with increased focus, humility and diligence. She believes in living a fit life doing everything with a flair of creativity and love! Stalk her social channels @thegirlwiththemujihat

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AngNewNo Arts Design Cafe Opens in Manila East Road, Angono

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AngNewNo Arts.Design.Cafe opens in Manila East Road and adds to my hometown’s creative esteem. Just a few steps from my house, this new art cafe sure gives me a hope to fill my unpredictable pasta and coffee craving. BUT THERE’S MORE TO THE PASTA AND COFFEE OKAY?


Of course, I want an almost perfect dining place for everybody, including myself. Good food, hospitable wait staff, relaxing music, clean washrooms (with fragrant soap and mirror), comfortable chairs, soft lighting… these come to my mind when I picture that almost-perfect-dining-place… and fortunate as I am, that APDP came into existence!

   

I went to AngNewNo earlier to take some photos (SEE THE LOVELY SHOTS BELOW TAKEN BY MY FRIEND DARLENE). Probably you’d agree the interior is just aesthetically creative. I learned that AngNewNo is the shortened term for “Ang New Angono” (The New Angono) and its owner, Mr. Calleon, is an architect (so what can we expect right?)…

While waiting for the pasta and coffee, I helped myself and wandered around, took photos on every floor… I guess I’d need to take new pictures because I heard they’d be exhibiting more art pieces from their March 16 grand opening…

You can enjoy AngNewNo’s good food and visually stimulating, cozy ambiance from

Mondays to Thursdays at11:00 am – 12:00 am

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Sundays at11:00 am – 12:00 am

Visit this cafe at #6 Manila EastRoad, Bgy. San Roque, Angono, Rizal

Contact Nos. +63 918 912 0539/ 703-6557

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Metro Express P2P Buses ups transport services to communities

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Residents of Cavite, Alabang, Makati, Ortigas and Taguig can experience convenient, premium, and affordable commute to and from the city aboard state-of-the-art Metro Express P2P Buses. 

Last weekend, Metro Express invited us bloggers and bus enthusiasts as they unveiled the company’s 30 brand new Volvo buses that are equipped with state-of-the-art features: PWD ramp, CCTV, GPS, automated fare collection machine, wifi, monitors, and air conditioners.

Bloggers and bus enthusiasts during the Metro Express P2P Bus event

Features

  • PWD Friendly

All Metro-express buses are equipped with PWD ramp that makes it easier for people with disability to get on and off the bus.

  • CCTV

For safety, the bus is also equipped with CCTV cameras and speed limiters.

  • GPS

GPS is also present.

  • Automated fare collection machine

The payment system is automated. The card used, called Prime tap, can also be used at The Coffee project and other establishments.

  • Wi-Fi

Passengers can do simple browsing through Facebook or Instagram so they can communicate when they are on the bus in case of an emergency. They can also browse to kill time.

  • Monitors

Monitors are also installed on the bus so passengers can have additional entertainment.

  • Aircon

For a comfortable ride, all buses are fully air-conditioned.

Metro Express P2P Bus Prime Tap
Metro Express P2P Bus schedule

Routes and schedule

They also unveiled the six major P2P routes Metro Express currently operates in. We were able to visit some routes as they try to explain how P2P buses operate than normal buses. The routes are the following:

1. Starmall Alabang to Vista Mall Daang Hari (Bacoor City)

2. Starmall Alabang to Camella Dasma Hi-way (Dasmariñas City)

3. Trasierra St., Makati to Vista Mall Daang Hari (Bacoor City)

4. Trasierra St., Makati to Robinsons Dasma Pala-Pala (Dasmariñas City)

5. Vista Mall Taguig to Robinsons Galleria/ Starmall EDSA Shaw Blvd.

6. Vista Mall Taguig to Trasierra St., Makati

Fare

For each route, there is a varied fare:

1. Starmall Alabang to Vista Mall Daang Hari (Bacoor City) – PHP 40

2. Starmall Alabang to Camella Dasma Hi-way (Dasmariñas City) – PHP 50

3. Trasierra St., Makati to Vista Mall Daang Hari (Bacoor City) – PHP 110

4. Trasierra St., Makati to Robinsons Dasma Pala-Pala (Dasmariñas City) – PHP 150

5. Vista Mall Taguig to Robinsons Galleria/ Starmall EDSA Shaw Blvd. – PHP 70

6. Vista Mall Taguig to Trasierra St., Makati – PHP 55

The Metro Express gives discounts to Seniors, students, and PWD. They just need to present their valid IDs.

Contact

For updates and more information about the buses, please follow the Metro Express P2P Bus Facebook and Instagram account.

Parting Words

MetroExpress has stayed true to its mission of providing quality and affordable transportation, connecting passengers, communities, to their destinations—the easy and affordable way—now it’s up to us to do our part of commuting on time and being more mindful of the bus schedule and guidelines for safe, comfortable travels.

What do you think of P2P bus commute? Is it helpful for you? Let me know your thoughts in the comments section below! Thank you for sharing our article! 

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