Holy Week Last Minute Plans

 The Plan

We had plans of spending the Holy Week at the beach with my parents and nephews. My mom suggested Calaguas and since we haven't been there yet, I got excited at the thought of it. Since I couldn't anymore find the time to handle the planning for that trip, I delegated it to Bebeko Hanz. He was doing a great job researching for everything, from hotels we can stay at, to places to see in the area, things to do, what we need to buy, etc. when the boatman he was texting said that the coast guard won't be allowing any infants in the boat trip. The kid has to be 2 years old and up before they could board and go island hopping. Oh no!!! To make this long story short and to my dismay, we decided not to go anymore. Baby Tuz is just 4 months old and we don't want to go anywhere without him. We'll just wait for him until he turns two and that's when we'll revisit our Calaguas plans. 

Now what? 

So it's already the Holy Week and we don't have any other contingencies. Everywhere else is booked, if not, rooms are available at twice the price or more since it's peak season. It's gonna be one heck of a traffic ride going to and fro, and we'll just be stuck in a stressful situation if we decide to book a last minute beach vacation. 

What to do? 

Summer Travel Schedule w/ Barefoot Travels

Can you feel the heat? Yep, I think summer is here! After that cold spell we all experienced in January, I'm ready to welcome the warm and sunny weather coz that means more beach trips and more travels!

If you're "nomadic" like me and have this immense thirst for traveling, you might be interested in what I want to share with you. Even if you're not the wanderer type, but you've been dreaming about getting out of the office and going on some adventure somewhere, then this post is for you too.  

In the past, I was used to traveling on my own if not with my hubby. Then a time came when I always wanted to travel with my old friends. Then sometime 2012, I started traveling with my bessy. Recently though, I discovered a group who likes organizing fun and affordable travels and I've already been with them thrice! They're called BAREFOOT TRAVELS. My experience with them in Sagada was life-changing! Then last month, I've been to Baler with them twice! The first was for an overnight trip and the second was for a 3D/2N surfcation. 

Before I came to know BAREFOOT TRAVELS, the only other traveling group I've been with was Travel Factor back in April 2012 when I first visited Baler with my hubby and gf Koryn. We had some mishaps at that time with Travel Factor but I still considered it fun because I was with my husband and friend. However, with BAREFOOT TRAVELS, considering that I was by myself and I didn't know anyone when I first went with them (to Sagada),  it was really a nice surprise how much I came to love, adore and miss this group! Plus, it's a bonus that every time I join them in their travels, I get to meet new and interesting individuals from all over! It's really an amazing experience every single time. I think it's because their travel coordinators who go along these trips are really nice, friendly and accommodating people. The bring out the best in each participant and they're also all for the adventure, camaraderie and bond that come with these trips which I love that about Barefoot Travels. 

And now that summer is here, it's time to travel some more and go BAREFOOT! I'm sure many of you are looking forward to spending some quality time relaxing on a beach, or surfing, or climbing mountains or just simply heading out there onto a new adventure, bonding with friends, families, loved ones or simply enjoying yourself or meeting new people. If so, check out the following schedules that BAREFOOT TRAVELS has for you beginning this month all the way through May: 

My Barenaked Body Sugaring Experience

with my gf Irene

As much as I love going to the beach and wearing skimpy two-piece bikinis, I've never had a Brazilian in my entire life to compliment my favorite summer wear. Some of my girlfriends who have tried it encouraged me to have some waxing done before but I'd always resort to just trimming my hair down there or just shaving it a little. I can't bear the thought of undergoing through so much pain just for vanity's sake. After all, as the old cliche goes, no pain no gain. Plus, my husband prefers me to look like a real woman than a little girl in that department, if you know what I mean. Hehehe.

Then one afternoon, I went to visit one of my best girlfriends in Katipunan. Irene urged me to try the services of Barenaked. I was just supposed to have my legs and arms sugared in preparation for my honeymoon trip to El Nido, Palawan. 

Where Will Your Summer Break Take You?

Spring is in the air, the sunshine is making an appearance and summer is on its way. It's times like these when many of us start thinking about summer getaways, planning where we want to travel and surfing the web for great deals on holidays online. If that sounds like you, where will your summer break take you?

If you've got family holidays in mind, you're undoubtedly one of the most privileged groups of holidaymakers of the lot. Why? Because family holidays are big business - and tour operators are falling over themselves to offer the best range of family holidays with the most exciting destinations and at the best prices. No longer are you limited to Spain or Turkey. You could be heading off to sunny Sidari in Corfu, Hersonissos in Rhodes or cheerful Silema in Malta. Perhaps Albufeira in the Algarve catches your eye, or lively Alcudia in Majorca. Head for a family resort like this and you'll find a long list of family-friendly attractions and activities, from great beaches and child-friendly restaurants to watersports and theme parks.

How to Afford Holiday Trips During Summer

According to the survey, most of the children are spending their summer holidays at home. This is a break to be enjoyed with family and friends. It’s a three month break for students and it’s important to be planned beforehand related to its expenses. There are various destinations and the sky is the limit. Hence instead of wasting this summer holidays, plan a trip and bottle up the sweet memories for a lifetime.

Tips to afford for trips in summer:

• Credit cards:

Use your credit cards. Every individual is aware of different schemes and statistics provided to customers. A holiday can be afforded with proper usage of the cards. They are helpful while traveling and you can pay them back every month in easy installments such as EMI’s to reduce the burden.

• Savings Cash-flow:

Flow of cash must be maintained and the best way is through savings or personal accounts. These are the areas where extra money or outstanding funds from monthly expenses are stored to be used for future requirements. Hence these can be utilised while going on a holiday. Finance is essential to enjoy travel and without proper plan this may turn into a financial nightmare. Start saving and plan accordingly to make it  your best summer trip ever.