Baler Adventure: A Quick One!

Last two weeks ago was the first out of town adventure of the Hernandez Sisters (in their 50s and 60s)! Their first one was at Baler.

They say that one of the best deals in travelling is to travel in groups. That time they were around more than 10 pax and they got a great deal for their van and accommodation (spent more or less 2k).

Baler is approximately 8 hours travel time from Laguna. They left Laguna at 4am and them arrived there at around 12 noon. I could only imagine how hard it is for them to sit for 8 hours but they did it and I am proud of it!

While in Baler, they would not miss stopping by and taking some pictures along the way. This was the famous Diguisit Rock Formations.

Baler is known to be the famous for their waves and people (who loved to surf) really makes their way up to Baler to try their waves.

These sisters are not your typical surf buddies but are sure very fond of taking a lot of selfies and enjoying themselves.

The place where they stayed was just near the beach and so they have easy access to swim, rest, take pictures and then rest again.

As they are already in Baler, they would definitely not miss the famous Old Balete Tree.

Now on to the main attraction of this park!

This Balete Tree is a 600 years old tree -- they also call it the "Millenium Tree" mainly because of its age. They say that it would take 60 men to encircle the entire trunk of the tree -- that's a very huge trunk to imagine!

They also went to the famous Hanging Bridge in Baler.

I wonder if they crossed the entire hanging bridge. Hmmm..

Going back to the hotel and beach, there they did a lot of fun in the sand and a lot of resting. Come take a look!

I think that was an exciting 2 days, 1 night in Baler!

Then for their dinner -- they went and had a dinner blast in Ambula Kapampangan Cuisine in NLEX

I know the sisterakas enjoyed their adventure.

I hope there would be more!

Xoxo

3D2N Legazpi Adventure - Budget

I know this is the post that most of you have been waiting for.
How much was our budget for this trip:

Full Tank, 2x (Corolla Altis 11th Gen) - Php3,000
NeuHouse Inn (3 days, 2 nights)       - Php3,200
Island Hopping (Php 1050/pax)         - Php2,100
Meals ( Foodies in Legazpi)               - Php3,200
Pasalubong (all varieties)                  - Php3,000
Entrance (Lignon and Cagsawa)         -Php60

Approximately a budget of Php 14,500

When we travel we always make it a point that we have enough money to enjoy ourselves.  It takes time to save but the memories that this travels gave us are all priceless.

Let me share with you our Legazpi Trip in more or less three minutes!
Enjoy!



Xoxo

CF and Consulting HR & CMT Summer FUN

Yup! That was the theme of our recently concluded summer event.  It was never too late for a summer getaway and thus even with our very busy schedules we had the opportunity to unwind, relax, recognize and recharge! 


This is our DIY banner and it was made out of felt paper, crepe paper, some yarn, tape and a lot of Love for the banner :)


The theme for our summer getaway was Hawaiian -- of course very much related to summer.  We didn't have the chance to go to the beach and thus we dressed Hawaiian -- We wore colorful clothing, flowery, some leis and grass skirts.  I thank everyone for dressing up!  You all look gorgeous and summery!

Of course our team will not let this day pass without dressing up!
I am happy that my ladies granted my request to dress up!

Thank you Karen for being heavily involved in choosing this place.
Initially, we planned to have it in Laguna but when we were planning, we wanted that everyone can attend the event, including Odette who is pregnant.  Thus we chose this one in Novaliches, QC.


Sadly, Odette wasn't able to attend still -- she is on complete bed rest.


We also prepared a simple program for the team.  This is to also appreciate a job well done for the team members and also inject some fun awards to have a good laugh!  These were the prizes.

A bit of design to honor the pineapple :)

We also had a Hawaiian inspired cupcake tower!

Aside from the pool, there were other things to do except to eat.
Sorry I was not able to take a shot of the foodies -- there were a lot! As in a lot!
Akala nga naming kulang eh -- pero ang daming take home :)


First off - there was videoke.
This is the second time that we had videoke activity and I must say that we are all on the same page when it comes to singing.


I said "Singing" okie not "Singing in tune" -- because for I am personally and proudly out of tone :)

Then we also had billiards for those who are shy to sing!

Overall -- it was a fun 5 hours activity for all of us.
I don't know about the others but I had a lot of fun.


It is always good to have these events outside of work so that we will be reminded that there is indeed LIFE outside the office premises.
The best part of it -- we know we have friends and we know how to have fun.


Xoxo

2014 Hernandez Christmas Party

It's a yearly thing! Every Christmas, it is a must that we all get together for a reunion and a whole lot of fun! That's how HERNANDEZ celebrate the season of loving and giving!

It has been two years in a row that we celebrated our get together at Maria Paz Resort in San Pablo City.  

This is where both children and adult can enjoy because aside from the swimming activities for the kids, adults can have time to just relax under the sun by their cottages and grass.

For this event, we rented three gazeebos.

Of course foodies will not be missed.
What we do is that each family will bring a dish (voluntary) and we all did!  Buti lahat ay naki cooperate. :p

Picture taking can never be avoided.

Before we start the program, we have to fill our stomachs first..

Then on to the games..
Mama and I will always be the game masters because we really love games!!

Kids were tentatively and excitedly listening to the mechanics.
They are all my nieces and nephews and inaanak! Oh my, I feel so old!

My first game is "Bring down the Cans".
With the help of a ball -- all they have to do is to throw the ball and bring down all the cans! That easy!

The kids enjoyed and so I want to make sure that the not so young peeps will also enjoy! and they did! Go Ate Kay!

The second game is "Dig the coin"
A container has several gold coins and there were all covered with flour.
They just need to dig and get the coins without using their hands!
They were all very competitive!  Go Erika!

The third game is care of Mama Inday!
All they need to do is to stack the paper cups until they reach the starting point!
Go Go Rachel and Gillian!

Now the fourth game is all about me and Sweet!
We were busy discussing (with smiles) on how we will implement this game with the help of my trusty pink luggage (from Malaysia)!

The balloons have prizes inside it.
There were cash prizes and cellphone loads!

All they need to do is to pop the balloon with the use of dart pins (Thanks Papa Gary for buying them!).

We started the game with the kids!
Careful with my luggage kids!
More energy Chobe!!

Let's see if Aaron will get it!!
Nice shot there!!!
KL: Tabi kayo jan kids at baka kayo matamaan!!!

Ofcourse hindi magpapa talo ang mga matatanda!
Buena Mano si Tita Ninang Lynley!
Look at how they were all lined up!

At more players!

At the end some won cash and some won cellphone loads.

The most anticipated part of the party is the exchange gift and gift giving.  The kids, even the adults were very happy with what they received!

It will always be fun hosting our yearly Christmas Party because I see a lot of joy in it!  The next Christmas party will still be held in Maria Paz and I am sure that it will be a hit!

Xoxo