Flores De Mayo Celebrated Fabulously in Ermita-Malate

The  tradition of Santacruzan is one of the highlights of the month of May. And as many of us have their own version of the parade which has become a part of our culture. We can see many of them in town and cities, but it has been taken to another level in the Malate-Ermita district of Manila.

Known to be the top business and tourism part of the city of Manila, and where you can also see famous landmarks such as the Manila Hotel, Rizal Park, Remedios Circle, and Baywalk, we can say it is a business and leisure center. And for the second year, led by EMBOA (Ermita Malate Business Owners Association), they hosted Paseo de Malate - Flores De Ermita. 

LAKBAYAN: Gran Prix Hotel Manila

As a thrifty yet practical traveler like me, I'm not usually a fan of hotels when travelling because I get weary with the location, the amenities and even the price. These factors hold me back and makes travelling stressful rather than relaxing. Well I'm glad that there is an "econotel" like Gran Prix Hotels and Resorts. They are actually exists in high traffic places like bus stops and main roads which is a great advantage above other hotels.

Grand Prix Hotels are located in key areas like in Ermita, Pasay, Cubao, and have provincial branches in Tarlac, Boracay and Cebu. Soon they will also have a branch in Palawan. We took a look at one its (biggest) branch in Ermita which is just a few steps away from Robinson's Place Manila and also nearby shops, money changers and restaurants. It is within the building where Tesoro's shop is located. 

Great Finds and Buys at SM City Manila 3 Day Sale!

When I heard that there will be a 3 Day Sale in SM City Manila, I knew I will indeed buy something really nice at a very affordable price. And when we had a preview of what is going to happen for the 3 day sale. 

As expected, the mall is jampacked with shoppers and most of them are students and government workers. And as explained to us, yesthe mall is said to be the "unofficial" mall of Chinatown since its the nearest SM Mall to the district. The mall these days is now evolving as it opens new stores and most of them are unique and very rare which makes it a great place to try something new.

SM Manila 3 Day Sale This Weekend!

It's another payday weekend and this means another sale weekend! And the best place to shop will happen in SM City Manila.  The mall has been a favorite place to shop and hang out for nearby places like the Manila City Hall, Government Agencies and Universities like PNU. TUP, and the Intramuros Consortium.

The mall was also my favorite place during vacant time when I was studying in PLM. The mall indeed has changed dramatically ever since. From the stores, services, and even the look changed with time but the fun remains which makes people keep coming back again.