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How to Use Klook to Save Money When Travelling, Pt. 1 – Mobile Internet + MTR!
I recently went on a trip to Hong Kong and China, and of course, I checked Klook.com for deals! I discovered Klook.com on a previous trip, and at the time, it seemed like nobody had heard of Klook. I wasn’t even sure if it was legit. Since then, I have used Klook several times –…
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Jerry O’Connell Stars in Carter – HOOQ’s Newest Original Show
Have you missed Jerry O’Connell? I haven’t seen him in a while except for a few guest spots on a few tv shows. Well, we can see more of him now, because he’s back! Jerry O’ Connell stars in Carter, a detective drama with a comedic edge. CARTER In a deal with Sony Pictures Television,…
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We’re Changing Names to KarenMNL!
I am happy to let you know that BaratAko.com will now be KarenMNL.com. UPDATE 4/28,2018 2:30am: So the blog is up on the new name at www.KarenMNL.com! Yes! Everything seems to be working. Most importantly, the blog posts are showing up correctly. Over the next week, I will still need to update the About Me…
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High-Level HK-Shanghai Delegation in Town for Investment Opportunities
Earlier this week, a delegation composed of high-level executives and entrepreneurs from Hong Kong and Shanghai visited the Philippines on an investment mission geared towards the implementation of the Belt and Road Initiative. WHAT IS THE BELT AND ROAD INITIATIVE? It is also called the “The Silk Road Economic Belt and the 21st-century Maritime Silk…
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Lazada 6th Birthday SALE – What to Expect
It’s Lazada’s 6th Birthday and they are celebrating with a massive sale! The Lazada platform is filled with delightful deals and surprises from April 25-27! With discounts of up to 90% and cash on delivery offers, Lazada is bringing online shopping to the doorstep of every Filipino. Deals Gone Wild with Lazada’s Birthday Festival More and…
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Enjoy a Special Seafood Set Menu from Novotel – Only Until May 20!
Last weekend, we had the opportunity to try the Healthy & Sustainable set menu developed by Novotel Manila Araneta Center for AccorHotels’ sustainable development program called Planet 21. The food was really fresh and delicious, and the best shocker of all, was that the set menu only costs P1,400 nett! For a menu like this…
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Maybelline Summer Sale: Up to 35% OFF this April!
Now’s the chance to get your favorite Maybelline makeup! They are having their Summer Sale for the whole of April! SUN-PROOF YOUR LOOK WITH MAYBELLINE’S SUMMER SALE Maybelline’s Sun-Proof Summer Sale will be running from April 1 – 30, 2018. Get as much as 35% OFF on your favorite Maybelline lipsticks, liquid foundations, powders, and…
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SPAMALOT the Musical Review – Resplendently Silly & Fun!
When I was invited to watch the media preview for Spamalot, I almost declined because I didn’t think it was something I was interested in. My sister is the one who has CDs of Phantom of the Opera, Miss Saigon, and who watched The Greatest Showman. She told me that she had heard of Spamalot,…
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Protect Your Galaxy S9 & Galaxy S9+ with LifeProof Cases
LifeProof extends its latest case lines to include cases for Galaxy S9, Galaxy S9+ phones. PRESS RELEASE LifeProof Cases for Samsung Galaxy S9 & Galaxy S9+ Phones The new Samsung phones, Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+, are packed with new immersive photography capabilities and interactive technology that could lead to situations where the phones could be…
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Tasty Tucker – Aussie Meat Pies + Buy 1 Take 1 Pizzas!
The other day, we checked out Tasty Tucker Wholesome Cafe along Reliance / Pioneer in Mandaluyong. It is the restaurant / coffee shop that is located at HMR branches. TASTY TUCKER AT HMR It is a very casual restaurant, with picnic-style tables. The owners are Filipino-Australian – so this really started out as a place…
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Get Chili’s Craft Burgers for Only P200 on Chili’s Burger Day!
Chili’s Burger Day is Back! This year, it’s on Wednesday, April 11, 2018. Mark your calendars! Chili’s Burger Day 2018 Chili’s annual burger day is on its 11th year. This year, you’ll be able to get your hands on their Big Mouth Craft Burgers for only P200! Yes, the P500 burgers are only P200 for…
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MEDIHEAL Masks Now Available + N.M.F. Aquaring Review
I was into masks back when I was in college, and my masks back then were mostly about drawing out all the dirt and pollution out from my skin. But as life got busy, I totally forgot about doing masks. Now it’s 2018 and one of my beauty resolutions is to try doing face masks…
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HOOQ Gets Into Original Content with HOOQ Filmmakers Guild
The internet streaming services are getting into creating their own content, and HOOQ is no exception. HOOQ Filmmakers Guild HOOQ – the largest Video on Demand service in South-East Asia – premiered 5 original selected screenplays as pilot episodes to on the platform. This is part of the inaugural HOOQ Filmmakers Guild wherein the best…
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Newest Anchor Dairy Products Review + Chicken & Mushroom Cream Rigatoni
In the Philippines, Anchor is synonymous with butter. When my mom tells me to get the Anchor from the ref, I immediately know that she’s referring to the Anchor butter. She doesn’t even have to say the word “butter”, we all know it’s Anchor. 🙂 For the longest time, we’ve only known Anchor as a…
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The Corner Market Food Hall: Curated Food Shops in One Place
Last Thursday, the Corner Market Food Hall had its soft opening and we got to sample some of the delicious food that’s available there. WHAT’S CORNER MARKET FOOD HALL? It’s an upscale food court. It is located at the second floor of the Podium mall (new wing). The shops include Sundays by Merry Moo (one of…
