FACILITIES OF THE NINOY AQUINO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (NAIA) 1 ARRIVAL AREA

April 19, 2023

FACILITIES OF THE NINOY AQUINO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (NAIA) 1 ARRIVAL AREA

1. The pickup areas are numbered Bay 1-6.

Before, the areas were identified by letters and passengers were picked according to the Ist letter of their surnames.



2. No loading and unloading in front of the bays.


For active loading, you need to find a slot across the bays where you can park to load your passenger.


3. The yellow metered taxi counter can be found beside bay 6.


4. The following facilities and services are available in the arrival area: foreign exchange counters, Smart Telecom booth, Globe Telecom booth, pay phones, duty free shop, PAL and Cebu Pacific ticketing booth, and a toilet.




EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MARHABA LOUNGE, NAIA 3

April 18, 2023


ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT 

MARHABA LOUNGE NAIA 3


HOW TO ACCESS

Lounge access is COMPLIMENTARY to cardholders of BDO American Express Platinum credit card, BDO Diamond rewards card, RCBC Platinum credit card and Security bank credit card.

If you don't have the following credit cards, you can walk-in and use the lounge for 3 hours  by paying 1400 pesos or 25 USD.


OPERATING HOURS OF MARHABA LOUNGE, NAIA 3 (as of June 15, 2023)

Monday : 7:00 AM - 12 midnight

Tuesday : 24 hours

Wednesday : 7:00 AM - 12 midnight

Thursday: 24 hours

Friday : 24 hours

Saturday : 24 hours

Sunday : 7:00 AM - 12 midnight


LOCATION: at the 2nd floor of the international departure area, after immigration and security check and above Gate 115







Marhaba Lounge is formerly Skyview Lounge


MY TIP: Arrive at the airport at least 3 hours before your flight so you'll have time to use the lounge.



Note: Buffet is halal certified

Chicken congee


Baked macaroni

Chicken tikka masala

Steamed rice


Assorted sandwiches 



Assorted bread

Dessert and juice

Delicious cappuccino! 

Assorted liquor and red wine

White wine, assorted softdrinks, beer and sparkling water 
There's a water dispenser for hot and cold water. 

Free wifi

Spacious lounge

View from the window of the lounge

Prayer room
Clean toilet and bath


CEBU PACIFIC MEALS YOU CAN PURCHASE INFLIGHT

April 12, 2023

CEBU PACIFIC MEALS YOU CAN PURCHASE INFLIGHT

See the menu and price list below

MODE OF PAYMENT

CASH: They accept:
1. Philippine peso bills and coins
2. US dollar bills
3. 3rd currency of the destination they fly to EXCEPT Vietnamese Dong, Macanese Patacam, Taiwanese dollars, Brunei dollars, Malaysian Ringgit, Rupiah.
Note: All change will be returned in Philippine peso.

CREDIT CARD: Visa and Mastercard
Cabin crew may require identification. 







WHO CAN GET MULTIPLE ENTRY JAPAN TOURIST VISA IN THE PHILIPPINES

April 8, 2023

WHO CAN GET MULTIPLE ENTRY JAPAN TOURIST VISA IN THE PHILIPPINES 

If you can tick off any of the boxes in the form below, you can apply for a multiple entry temporary visitor visa to Japan in the Philippines. 

What are the additional requirements/documents you will need aside from the usual requirements of passport, application form, passport picture, itinerary to Japan, and birth and/or marriage certificate? 

1. Frequent traveler to Japan

- current and old passports with Japan visa and landing stamps. 

- current and old passports with G7 country visa and arrival stamps

- savings account bank statements or certificate of deposit issued within 3 months of the date of application. Travel agencies recommend having a 7 digit deposit amount in said bank account. Printouts of certificate of deposit issued by digital banks are accepted
  
- for the spouse of the frequent traveler applying together with the frequent traveler: marriage certificate issued within 3 months from date of application. (if spouse applies separately from the frequent traveler, you need to submit the frequent traveler's documents proving frequent travel to Japan) 

for the child of the frequent traveler applying together with the frequent traveler: birth certificate issued within 3 months from date of application. (if spouse applies separately from the frequent traveler, you need to submit the frequent traveler's documents proving frequent travel to Japan)

2. A regular employee by ONE of the following enterprises and his/her spouse or child

- certificate of employment: must include applicant’s position, period of employment, monthly (or annual) income, certifier’s name and contact information.

for the spouse of the employee applying together with the employee: marriage certificate issued within 3 months from date of application. (if spouse applies separately from the employee, you need to submit the employee's certificate of employment)

for the child of the employee applying together with the employee: birth certificate issued within 3 months from date of application. (if spouse applies separately from the employee, you need to submit the employee's certificate of employment) 

3. A cultural or intellectual figure and his/her spouse or child
-  only the people listed below are eligible. 
-  You must submit documents and certificates proving you're such a person. A lawyer can submit an IBP ID. A full-time professor can submit a certificate from the university. An accountant can submit a PRC ID.

MY TIP: You don't have to check only one of the boxes. Check as many boxes as applicable to you to increase your chance of getting a visa. 

The request for multiple entry temporary visitor visa form is available here: https://www.ph.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/00_000035.html

For complete information on how to apply for a multiple entry temporary visitor visa, see here: https://www.ph.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/00_000035.html

WHAT TO EXPECT IN A CEBU PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT

March 30, 2023

WHAT TO EXPECT IN A CEBU PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT

The aircraft used in the Manila to Singapore flight is an Airbus A321 Neo. It has a single aisle with 6 seats in a row. 

1. Comfortable legroom. 

2. Comfortable ergonomic seats.
- You can't recline the seats so seat pitch is not reduced. But the seats are very comfortable even if you cannot recline them.

3. USB port assigned to each seat to charge your devices.
- They turn the power off at take off and at landing. 



4. Freebies that you can win from joining the games conducted by the flight attendants.



5. Food and drinks you can purchase.

- Cebu Pacific budget fares don't include meals. You need to pre-order meals online if you wish to dine inflight. There are also snacks and drinks you can purchase when you're inflight. Check out the menu below.






WINE REVIEW: Cape Mentelle Chardonnay 2018 from Margaret River, Australia

March 9, 2023





WINE REVIEW: Cape Mentelle Chardonnay 2018 
from Margaret River, Australia

Superb chardonnay. Light and refreshing,  with the right balance of acidity. Full bodied flavor of toasted brioche, butter, peach, melon and a hint of lemon. Pleasurable to the palate, with a very long finish.

Where to buy: winery.ph

Winery: Cape Mentelle
Designation: Chardonnay 
Region: Margaret River
Country: Australia
Grape variety: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2018
Vivino: 4.1
Wine Searcher:91
Best time to drink: 2020-2027

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WHO CAN USE THE AUTOMATED IMMIGRATION LANES AT CHANGI AIRPORT

March 7, 2023


WHO CAN USE THE AUTOMATED IMMIGRATION LANES AT CHANGI AIRPORT 

Philippine passport holders are now eligible to use the automated immigration lanes at Changi Airport. Just make sure to fill up the online SG arrival card before going through immigration. The online SG arrival card can be submitted as early as 3 days before arrival at Changi Airport up to the moment before passing through immigration. Changi Airport provides free WiFi access the moment you enter the airport so you can submit the SG arrival card even upon arriving at the airport.

Other requirements to be eligible to use the automated lanes:
1. Must be aged 6 and above.
2. Must hold a passport with validity of more than 6 months. 

How to use the automated immigration lanes:
1. On the first gate, insert your passport with the data page (where your photo is) face down on the machine. 
2. When the first gate opens, pass through it then insert your thumb on the machine and have your photo taken to open the 2nd gate. Then that's it!

How to use the regular immigration lanes (for manual processing):
1. Submit your passport to the immigration officer.
2. Show the email confirming your submission of the SG arrival card.
3. Have your photo taken and your thumbprint scanned. Then that's it!

In a few minutes, you shall receive an email of your electronic visit pass! Welcome to Singapore! 😊

Passport holders from the ff countries are now allowed to use the automated immigration lanes.

MY TIP:
1. Make sure to have the confirmation email of your submission of the SG arrival card on hand in case you encounter a problem at the automated immigration l lanes and are forced to use the regular immigration lanes.

2. At departure, also use the automated immigration lanes so you can avail of the automated boarding system

IN THE PHOTO BELOW IS A LIST OF PASSPORT HOLDERS WHO CAN USE THE AUTOMATED IMMIGRATION LANES.