Why is Online Reservations the New Trend?

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Although the holiday season is over, some people still want to have a good and relaxing vacation. But before you decide to go and have some fun in Pampanga or any other tourist spots in the Philippines, it is a must for you to know where you can stay. And booking a hotel room online is one of the easiest and fastest ways you can have a good place for you to stay.

Some of you here might have done different methods when it comes to hotel reservations, but failed to realize that it is much easier for them if they do the bookings online. Moreover, there are a lot of advantages when you go for online reservations. In fact, most of the people who loves to travel don't have any troubles at all when it comes to where they want to stay since they already know where and what hotels are available for them.

Well, if you are one of those people who are planning to travel and have some fun in Pampanga, below are some reasons as to why online reservations are the new trend nowadays.

Convenience

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Who would want to make things difficult? No one, right? We all do want to make things easier and faster. Whatever we may do, we want some convenience. That is why, booking a hotel online saves you some hassles and disappointments. You can even make the reservations through your smartphones and tablets, with just a click away and you're already booked. Gone are the day where you need a lengthy phone calls or visits to a travel agency just to book a place. Moreover, this can saves more time than booking it in person.

Prices

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One of the advantages, when you go for online reservations, is that you will know their price range. Of course, there are a lot of online booking websites where you can shop around and see what particular site offers the lowest prices. Most of the times, booking over the phone with the customer service representatives will give you some extra charges. However, when you do the bookings online, you can save some money on all those extra hidden costs. What you see on their website is the fixed price, which is lower than having it over the phone.

Changes and Cancelations

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Websites that offer online reservations are not that particular when it comes to that matter. If you think that there are some changes in your schedules, then you can re-scheduled your bookings or even cancel it. Moreover, you don't have to worry about such things since they offer free online charges and cancelations within 24-hours of departure. Just make sure that you make some necessary changes ahead of time for as not to make the transaction void.

Customer reviews

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Again, there are hundreds to thousands of websites that offers online reservations. And aside from shopping around for an affordable price, you can also shop around and see what the website can offer you great and satisfying services. Yes, although there are lots of them, it doesn't mean they can all give you the right services. There are also websites or agencies that leave their customers hanging without any work. That is why, before you decide and make the reservation, make sure you know what other previous clients can say about the agency and services that they give to them.

You can book any time of the day

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Of course, this! You don't have to wait until they open their office. You can book any time of the day and anywhere. Using of online booking systems are open 24 hours a day and seven days a week. So you don't have any reasons as to why you didn't get a place for you to stay.

Knowing all of these things, you will learn that it is much easier for you to make the bookings when you have it online. Of course, you also have to make sure that you are doing and choosing the right website or agency for as not to regret you decisions later on.

Unpacking Mistakes You Probably Don't Know You're Doing

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Admit it! A lot of us here, even you too, find unpacking a little bit of a hassle and tiring. And we all know that it takes a lot of your energy to successfully remove your baggage without any damages with the things you have. Well, it is understandable that we don't want to go home and unpack, especially when you enjoy spending your leisure time in San Fernando Pampanga resorts. Of course, not just with the hotels and their facilities, but there are also a lot of tourist spots you don't want to miss when having your vacation in San Fernando Pampanga.

With that feeling alone, you don't want to end your vacation and unpack. Vacations are just temporary with the purpose of enjoying and relaxing from our day to day stress. And whether you like it or not, you need to unpack when you get home. So you better stop the drama and get back to reality. Now, unpack.

Unpacking might be a simple thing to do. But sad to say not all of us knows how. There are a lot of us here who do the unpacking in a wrong way without realizing it. Well, if you are one of those people who tend to unpack just for the sake of unpacking, then below are some common mistakes that you definitely should avoid.

Not placing the luggage in external location

One of the things most people do with their luggage is that they tend to bring it to their room or living room. For what purpose? You don't want to have some dirty and smelly clothes in your room, right? Plus the bugs that you might bring from the place where you stay, it is not going to be a healthy thing to do. Before you start unpacking your clothes and other things you brought, put in an area such as your balcony, garage or foyer to make sure that the dirty things will not also be in your rooms.

Not taking all clothes directly to laundry

Some of us here have the habit of not taking their clothes immediately on their traveling bags. With that, the smell of your clothes will linger on your bag. You definitely should stop that habit. If you don't want any more hassles at all, then you better have and take all your dirty and smelly clothes straight to the laundry. With that, it is easier for you to do thing faster.

Not putting toiletries bag in the bathroom immediately

One of the things you don't want to happen is that not able to clean yourself properly after taking a bath since you forget where you put your toiletries bag after unpacking. Again, if you don't want any hassles at all, you better put things in its proper places. Even if you don't empty the toiletries bag immediately, for as long as you put them to their respective area, then you will be able to know that your toiletries didn't lose somewhere.

Not putting loose items in public place

Free items you get from vacation such as the pamphlets, souvenirs and other random things you brought from the place should also be in its proper place. If you tend not to care about where you should put those things, it might be the cause of your messy home. And I'm sure you don't want to make some extra effort after a long vacay, right? So, it is better for you if you place them to any storage that you have. Moreover, if you don't want any of those things, then you better throw that away rather than keeping useless things.

Not investigating, cleaning and storing luggage

It is one of the most common mistakes we usually make. We tend to forget to check if there are some of our things that are lost or damage from the vacation. If you think that you broke something in your bag, then you should carefully unpack your stuff trying not to cut yourself or have any more damages. Moreover, you have to be careful when it comes to bugs that found in your luggage, old dirt and sand for as not to make more mess on your home.

Last Minute Bookings: Tips in Booking a Hotel Room for Holiday Vacation

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Booking a hotel room may sound easy to you – it's just a call away, though. Yes, you may be right. But it is not all the times that you can book a hotel room immediately, considering the last minute bookings.  If you are one of those people who are planning to spend their holiday vacation in San Fernando Pampanga Resorts, one of the things you should consider and do is to find an affordable hotel room. Right?

However, if you are going to do a last minute booking, it might be daunting and frustration on your part. As a result, holiday vacation may turn out not the way you expect them to be. But the good thing is, even if you do a last minute booking, there are still ways on how you can book good yet affordable hotels in San Fernando Pampanga.

Well, if you are one of those people who are planning to visit San Fernando Pampanga, then below are some things you should consider before and after booking your hotel room.

Before Booking

Browse travel websites

There are hundreds to thousands of travel websites you can search online. It is up to you on what website you are going to choose that also caters services such as online bookings and reservations. Well, to name a few, you can search and try Expedia.com, Travelocity.com, Orbitz.com, and Hotels.com. There's a caveat, though; you have to make sure that you before you decide to do the booking, you shop around first for the best deal. You don't know, and that particular travel website is way cheaper than the other. You also have to consider and think about your budget for the bookings or reservations.

Take a look at cancellation policies and its reviews

One of the things you should never forget to consider is that you should check the cancellation policies of the travel website. If they are strict when it comes to the cancellations and other refunds, then you better think again especially if you are not sure of booking that particular hotel. Moreover, before deciding to avail that hotel, it is also a must for you to read the reviews of the particular hotel. With that, you will know if the previous people who tried staying there have a good experience or not. Then you can now decide if you are still on the go for the bookings.

Look up the location

When it comes to online bookings, it is not about considering the hotel itself. It is also a must for you to consider whether or not that particular hotel is near to convenient stores, restaurants, etc. With that, it's not going to be a hassle stay for you in that particular hotel. Moreover, you also have to consider if the location of the hotel itself is accessible.

Call ahead

It is also one the things you should never forget to do. If you have any concerns and other questions regarding the place, it is a must for you to call the hotel management. Of course, you also have to make sure that you will not regret booking that particular hotel later on.

Booking and arrival

Check for any discounts, check-in and check-out times, amount of the deposit

When up arrive in the hotel, it is a must for you to check on any discounts the hotel offer, such as senior discounts, government discounts, military discounts, etc. Of course, it is also a must for you to ask if there are any charge when it comes to any extra fees for your stay such as the resort fee, parking, etc.

Request the type of room

The hotel management will ask you if what type of hotel room you would like to avail. If you are with your friends or family, you can request for a bigger room. Moreover, you can also request for a room where you can be away from the noise made by other people.

Confirm the reservation

If you don't want any conflicts with regards to the hotel room that you want to avail, it is a must for you to make sure that you have confirmed the reservation, With that, you don't have to worry about anything anymore.

Gift Wrappping: How to Add Personal Touch

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One of the many things you should never forget when it comes to Holiday season is the giving of gifts. Agree? Of course, Christmas will never be complete when there are no exchanging of gifts. Whether you are hosting a holiday party at Nuvali homes or any other real estate property, there will always be gifts you want to give, and of course, receive.

When it comes to gifts, there will be a lot and different kinds of gift wrappings you will see on a party. Some of the gifts are placed and wrapped through a box, candy-like, or gifts that were simply placed in a paper bag. Well, it will always depend on the person on what kind of gift wrapping he/she wants to do. However, do you know the when you do gift wrapping with a personal touch is going to be on the next level of wrapping gifts.

Well, if you are a kind of person who wants to have some unique gift wrapping styles, then below are some examples of gift wrapping with a personal touch from the sender.

Adding letters or initials

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This gift wrapping style may apply to those people who know who are the receivers of the gifts. You can do some personalization by adding their first letter of their name of the family name. With that kind of style, there will be warmth and fuzzy feeling when that particular someone receives the gifts that you personally and creatively wrapped.

Moreover, you can add some design to the letter on it. You might want to include some glitters and any other decorations that you might want to include with the letter on the wrapper.

Paper silhouettes

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There are just times that you don't know who these people that can receive your gifts, but you know his/her gender. With that, you might want to try having or making some paper silhouettes. It would be a nice guessing game since everyone tries to find out which present belongs to which person. Of course, people will be excited to have your gift since it is wrap with a personal touch on it. Who would not want to have those kinds of gifts, right?

Paper silhouettes give people an idea that gender can receive your gifts. With that, they will most likely wish that he/she will be the one who can receive your gift.

Bonus gift

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This kind of gift wrapping is another type of style where you got to let the people be excited on which person can receive your gift since they can also have something extra aside from the gift that you have for them. Well, you might want to include trinkets as gifts toppers, which can surprise and delight the recipients. Well, this is also one you can have another way to make your recipient happy. Moreover, having this kind of gift wrapping style is also one of the many ways you can be practical.

Photos as gift tags

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This kind of gift wrapping can also apply to those people who know who the people are who will receive your gifts. Well, you better have a good picture of that person for as not to make them feel bad. Moreover, this is also one of the many ways you can customize your gift for them.

Personal objects

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Aside from the typical gift wrappers, you can also customize it into something unique. Well, you should also think out of the box and be creative enough to wrap your gifts. Well, instead of the wrappers, you can use a stylish cloth to wrap your gift. Just make sure that it is properly wrap up so as not to fall.

See? There are a lot of ways you can personalize your gifts. With that matter, you just don't simply giving gifts to the receiver, but you also let them feel that they are special to your since your gift has a personal touch on it.

Why Nuvali is one of The Places You Should Visit before the Year Ends

 

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As the year draws to a close, we are starting to get more free days than usual. Human resources may grant office holidays that are good for at least a couple of days or may opt to give their employees half the day off before the holidays commence. And because this is the case, this is the perfect opportunity for a holiday stroll or getaway. With so many days without having to go to the office, you would be left with absolutely no excuses as to why you could not find the time for a weekend getaway.

And with the year drawing to a close, it is high time that you visit these places. If booking a ticket for a Christmas getaway is not within your options then among all the places you could potentially visit come holiday season, Laguna should rank first on your list. There are boundless activities one could potentially do, and a Christmas Laguna getaway is something a little closer to the metro and is something a little different than usual. Additionally, Laguna plays host to Nuvali, which is a sustainable community development—a collaboration between top developer Ayala Land and the Yulo family. One of its long-standing primary goals is to remain a wholly sustainable community. 

Visiting Nuvali before the year ends is very much possible as it only takes an hour to get there from Metro Manila via private vehicle depending on traffic of course.  Additionally, there are buses and jeepneys that can take you there. So, now that you have decided to give Nuvali a go, what should you do?

Well, there is a lot in store for you!

1.)    VISIT THE EVOLIVING CENTER

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 This architectural genius deserves a visit whenever you are in Nuvali even just for the fact to see the breathtaking view and the artistic brilliance incorporated into structuring and designing this particular building. Apart from appreciating the visual aesthetics, this is the place to go to have an in-depth view and insight of what exactly it is that Nuvali does. This is where visitors learn how they integrate the green principle of Reducing, Reusing and Recycling in their backyard along with other earth friendly and green applications such as energy efficiency, waste management, etc. The evoliving center is located at the heart of the community and features their interactive exhibits (which is worth looking out for) and their corporate offices.

2.)    GO ON A BOAT RIDE IN THE LAKESIDE

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 For individuals in search for a refreshing ride, Nuvali features a Lakeside, which you can peruse from and appreciate from a distance or can try navigating for only thirty pesos a head (Operating hours are between 8:00AM-5:00 PM every day). The boats can carry a minimum of six persons and a maximum of twelve persons per ride so the ride can easily accommodate family members or friends. Walking and biking around the area for those who wish to stay away from the water is also an option for sixty pesos an hour. This is the perfect opportunity to choose a cozy spot surrounding the area and have a picnic together with family or friends.

3.)    APPRECIATE ART

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 Art lovers, photographers, and selfie-enthusiasts will find a multitude of activities to do in Nuvali with its scenic backdrop and creative art installations. Traipse around Nuvali’s picnic grounds  and look for perfect backdrops for artistic photography or for your selfies to post on Instagram (with the breathtaking view, you would hardly need a filter)-- or you can simply appreciate the artistic installations by some of the well-respected artists in the country such as Juan Carlo Calma, Eduardo Castrillo, and Mariano Mallari. If you book an overnight stay or eat at Seda Nuvali, you will find more works from local artists everywhere. This is one spot where Ayala shows its support for local artists by utilizing their talents and featuring their pieces all over.

4.)    SHOP AT SOLENAD

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 Running behind on your holiday shopping? Well, Nuvali has you covered with Solenad 1 and 2 which feature a cluster of buildings teeming with diverse shops, seasonal stalls (some good only for the week) and an array of various restaurants. Considering the Christmas season, you can see the whole area decked with lights and decorations having the general feel and aura of the Christmas spirit.

5.)    ENGAGE IN SPORTS

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 Individuals wanting to burn some accumulated holiday and Christmas calories can start in Nuvali as the place features a wide selection of activities and sports to choose from. Offroad biking, field sports, trekking, or wakeboarding—there is never a shortage of activities to burn those extra calories in Nuvali.

Adventures 101: Top 7 Things To Do in Nuvali

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Once in a while, we also need to take a break from a tiring day at work or school. Agree? Who wouldn't like that? Of course, taking some vacation can also boost and rejuvenates our energy that motivates us to do things passionately.  And one of the top destinations for most travellers is in Nuvali. It is where they can do a lot of activities for relaxation, fun and adventure.
If you are one of those people who are hype when it comes to having fun and adventures, below are the activities you can do in Nuvali.

1. Go leisure biking

It is one of the places where bikers love to go and have fun biking. You have the opportunity to do some biking techniques without some hesitations at all since there are roads and designated bike paths that offer for leisurely road biking. Well, if you don't have any bikes at all yet you want to learn or do some biking activities, and then you don't have to worry since there are bikes available at the Lakeside Evozone.  Moreover, you will eventually realize that biking Philippines can also be fun and exciting.

2. Explore the off-road trails by mountain bike

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Aside from the designated paths for bikers, you can also bring biking to the next level. If you are one of those people who want to do mountain biking, you can achieve that kind of fun since Nuvali offers an extensive bike tracks and trails system. In fact, the venue is known for the biggest and most anticipated mountain biking events in the country. Moreover, if you just want to do some mountain biking activities, you will still definitely enjoy going around the flowy singletrack and scenic cross-country riding. And of course, you also got to enjoy fresh air and great views.

3. Go wakeboarding

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Wakeboarding Philippines is known for its adventures. And if you are one of those people who got to enjoy water skiing, surfing, and snowboarding, then you will also want to try wakeboarding. Republic Wakepark in Nuvali complex is a world-class water sports facility. It includes a 4-hectar lake, bar and restaurant. Republic Wakepark is also known to being primed as the newest and most innovative wakepark in the world.

4. Get active

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Of course, aside from doing mountain biking and wakeboarding, you can also engage in other active activities such as running, football, baseball and sand volleyball. With a 10-hectar open area, you can hold different events. Moreover, Nuvali is also known for hosting multi-sporting events and tournaments such as trail runs, marathons, duathlons and fun runs.

5. Take a water taxi ride on the lake

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If you want to try other scenery, you might as well try taking a water taxi ride on the lake. In there, you will have fun riding and sightseeing within the place. And of course, the lake doesn't just served as for relaxation, it also serves as a catchment for storm water run-off, a water reservoir, and many others.

6. Visit the wildlife and bird sanctuary

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Of course, if you are one of those people who just want to feel relax with nature, you can do some bird watching. Well, there are also a lot of advantages when you do bird watch. It doesn't just give you the feeling of satisfaction in life; it also helps you understand the nature or behaviour of each bird.

7. Enjoy a movie night outdoors

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Well, if you are one of those people who just love to enjoy a movie night, then Nuvali also caters special movie nights outdoors at their Night Sky Cinema that are equipped with a large screen and excellent sound system in the fields. Moreover, one of the things that you can do when you are hype for an outdoor movie is that you can bring your mat and do some picnic while you watch good movies.

Mountain Biking Tips For Beginners: What You Need to Do To Get Started

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Hands up to those people who want to do mountain biking Philippines yet don't have any idea on how to get started! I bet, there are a lot of you here who are willing to learn how to do biking on the mountain. Well, fret not, because mountain biking is not that hard as you think it is. For as long as you are equipped with the basic knowledge about biking, then you are ready to go.

Mountain biking is also a form of exercise. Agree? Of course, when you do bike you exert some strength and effort, which helps burn fats and calories on your body. Moreover, it doesn't just give you a healthy body, but also a healthy and sound mind. That is why, there are more people who are already interested and are now into mountain biking.

Well, if you are hype for mountain biking, below are the things you need to do for you to before you can successful do it without any problems that might arise later on. A biker should know these:

What to wear

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When you do bike, one of the important things you should remember is that you should wear comfortable clothes. Moreover, you should not wear fitting clothes where it is hard for you to breathe some air. As a biker, it is your responsibility to know what kind of clothes that is applicable for biking. Well perhaps, you can wear some biking outfit. With that, you will feel at ease, especially when you also wear padded shorts where it also helps your ride more comfortable.

Moreover, the more comfortable you are with your clothes, the more fun you definitely can have. Of course, there are also different types of biking outfits that are for both men and women. And before you can choose an outfit, you have to make sure that it fits perfectly with you. Not just with the clothes that you wear, but also, you also need to wear a helmet and some gloves for your protection.

What to bring

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Bringing unnecessary things is a no-no! It will only add load to your back. Of course, you can only bring necessary things such as water to keep you hydrated and some snacks to boost your energy. Of course, you also have to choose snacks that are healthy to help give the energy to continue your journey. Of course, you should also not forget to bring your towel. You will eventually realize how your towel can help you in many ways. And oh! First aid kit is also important to have for any case of emergencies.

Aside from the things that are mentioned above, one of the things you should never forget to bring is a spare inner tube, tyre levers and a pump are the things you should bring for in case you are unfortunate enough to get a puncture in your tyre.

Fitness

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If you are one of those people who are just getting started with mountain biking, you better start first with some short rides about 1 to 2 hours long. Of course, you also have to stay and have easy gears.
With that, you will be able to do some great work out without tiring your leg muscles quickly. And eventually when you are already used to it, you can go on to longer rides yet still in a steady pace.
Well, it is great for endurance fitness and burning fat.

When it comes to mountain biking, it is going to be a whole body workout. You will be using your arms and other parts of your body to ensure that you can successfully climb the mountain. Moreover, as a biker, you always have to remember that before you are going on a ride, there must be a 10 or 20 minutes of easy riding at the start of each ride for your muscles to warm up.

See? If you just know the basic knowledge of what you need to do, you will eventually realize that you do biking, be it on flat surfaces or mountains. Well, you just have to enjoy the ride and try to avoid hazard things on your way.