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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! 

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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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Pamintuan Mansion and Angeles: Changes and What Remains

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To the uninitiated, mansions are just things of grandeur and luxury that are nice to see but hold no real purpose. This may be true for most mansions to today, but to a seasoned tourist, there are several such structures that are as good as history books. You can visit them, tour them, and as you do you see less of the shiny stuff and more of the past that has been embedded in its walls and halls!

One of these mansions is the Pamintuan Mansion of Angeles City. If you’re thinking that this is just another museum, these points would convince you otherwise…

Why should you visit Pamintuan?

1. It is a beauty

Highly visible because of its unusual (at least in this place) Muslim-inspired architecture, the mansion has etched its place in the country’s history. The architecture itself was a thing of note, with the bold details of the arches and the wispy pillars (as opposed to the big ones that were prevalent at this time) attracting our eyes in all directions.

2. It is the site of a momentous celebration

It is the site of the first-anniversary celebration of Philippine independence. Remember that scene where Aguinaldo stood on a balcony, waving the Philippine flag? That did not happen in Cavite, during the declaration — it happened right here, a year after!

3. It has fine exhibitions

Of course, due to this, the mansion has been turned into a museum as well. Inside, we can see the fine china and the glass chandeliers, even the playthings that once belonged to the young inhabitants of the mansion.

4. It is an all-new take

What we see now are fruits of the efforts to convert the Pamintuan mansion into the very first museum dedicated to the country’s social history. It has been a beautiful transformation! The mansion-cum-museum wouldn’t be the first to transform around this neighbourhood, though.

Angeles Reborn

Angeles itself has seen its fair share of changes throughout the years. In fact, for some time the Pamintuan Mansion became the only reliable sight that you are in this part of Angeles! Indeed, we were told during our heritage tour that Angeles was once called Barrio Culiat, named after the vines that grew abundantly in the city. This unkempt nature continued on for some time, and there were even stories that journalists cautioned the public never to go to Angeles. This stirred the minds of the settlers here, and galvanized them to action in improving the city.

One good example of the transformation is the fact that there used to be wires everywhere. Now, there aren’t any! Either the electric wires are now running along the walls, or are completely underground. The marketplace, which used to be… well, like the traditional Filipino description of a marketplace, has been scrubbed clean.



Even age-old structures like the local church had to be improved. The walls of the church were once pink, sticking out like a sore thumb from the locale (besides, the somber structure didn’t match the gaudy color). Now, it’s done in gray and cleaned up really well.

Parting Words

Museums are being renovated left and right, with the Pamintuan Mansion not being left behind. Now that it’s open, everyone can see its splendor again. It’s just sad that it’s the only one that I managed to see during the limited time I was here, but I hope I can go back and see more of what the city has to offer. Maybe then even the Pamintuan Mansion has moved forward in time, to show us more of the past!


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What do you think of this article? Do you like visiting mansions or historical houses? Let me know your thoughts in the comments sections below!

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LONSDALE Challenger Gloves Gold for Muay Thai – Review

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Whew!!! Got my stuff signed by my favourite MMA fighter James “Nako” Nakashima

In case you are just starting Muay Thai and looking to buy a pair of boxing gloves for your training, I want to share what I use, and also try my best to give you a helpful review of the 12oz LONSDALE Challenger Gloves in Gold.

This is my first time to have my own gloves. When I started my boxing two years ago, I just rented the gloves in the gym. I think I have used more than 4 types from 2 brands: Twins Special and Fairtex.

I’m telling you upfront, you should invest in Fairtex gloves because Fairtex is one of the best brands, if not THE best brand out there.

Me at Pound for Pound Fitness Angono Gym with my water, hand wraps, and LONSDALE gloves

Why I got the LONSDALE Challenger Gloves

I weigh about 46kg and stand 155cm, so my trainer advised me to buy 12oz gloves. Initially, I planned to buy Fairtex but it wasn’t available at the time of my purchase…

Apparently, a good place to buy Fairtex gloves is the K-1 Extreme Sportshop. I recommend you visit their shop for a guaranteed Fairtex availability. The shop is located at Unit 2, Ground floor, South of Market Bldg., 25th st., cor 11th Avenue, Fort Bonifacio, BGC. Anyway, back to the size of the gloves, if you are a small person (and a beginner) like me, you can buy anything less than 16oz. Do not buy MMA gloves. These are different from boxing gloves.

Also, you should get the sparring/challenger and not the competition or pro boxing gloves. Training or sparring gloves are heavier and thicker than fighting/ competition gloves. If you still can’t decide, it wouldn’t hurt to consult with your coach or ask the staff from your gym.


LONSDALE Challenger Gloves

Price: Php3,055 at Toby’s SM Mall of Asia

Lonsdale is a boxing, mixed martial arts and clothing brand that was founded in London, England in 1960. I found that this brand has been historically worn by many famous boxers, including boxing legend Muhammad Ali. But still, the brand doesn’t have high review ratings for most of their boxing gloves. BUT their gloves are good enough for beginners…

The LONSDALE Challenger Gloves are designed for heavy bag training, mitt work, and sparring. The gloves have layered foam padding for increased shock absorption, cushioning, and overall protection. The gloves have a short Velcro strap on the inside of the wrist. It is possible even for me to put them on quickly myself. The material is not genuine leather.

The gloves feel snug around the wraps. I am also able to make an easy comfortable fist wearing them. At 3 months now, I feel the grip still suits my right hand perfectly. My left hand though feels a bit weird. But I can still train…

feeling (tired or) cute with my LONSDALE Challenger Gloves on

Also with 3 months of using this pair, I feel some small changes with its padding. Not that its already smashed or something. I just feel that it is not as firm as before. But it’s understandable right because I’m using it regularly.

I read from TITLE BOXING blog that training gloves should be replaced every 8-9 months depending on the frequency of use (assuming they are being used 5-6 times per week). So that’s five times per week, 4 weeks a month, 6 months = approximately 120 rounds. I train three times a week, by the way. So yeah, I think I can still use my gloves for another 8 months. The sign of James Nakashima on the thumb part of my gloves will still be intact too!

Even though the material is not genuine leather, I’m glad there’s no sign of disintegration just yet! Also, after months of training, my gloves don’t smell. I think it’s good that the material has significant “breathability” (according to the container). The gloves have mesh moisture-wicking inner palm that provides ventilation and regulation of temperature.

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Parting Words

With the price, fit and feel to my hands, padding, comfort, (and style) I am extremely happy about my LONSDALE Challenger Gloves. Truth be told, I got attracted to these gloves because of the color. GOLD! Well, good thing it lived up to its color. The quality didn’t let me down. I highly recommend this pair for entry-level boxing gloves for Muay Thai training. These are made in India, mind you!

What do you think about these gloves? Have you decided which gloves to buy? Let me know your thoughts in the comments section below. Thank you!

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