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Holiday Cancelled

We supposed to have our family holiday this coming June 2012 in Switzerland. But due to the unforeseen circumstances, we cancelled our holiday and we move it hopefully by next year. One of the main reason why our holiday has been cancelled was because of our tourist visa.

We don’t have a visa yet and we need to apply since it is a three-month holiday. We have been informed that if we want to apply for a visa, we should prepare the necessary documents and requirements three months before our planned departure date. The processing of visa will also take 4-8 weeks so we need to stay in Manila during that period of time.

Our holiday is sponsored by my mom but I was informed that even if its an all expense paid holiday, it is not an assurance that our visa will be approved. They need a bank account statement showing our balance and cash flow transactions, income tax return and other proof of financial resources. Oh well, at least we know what are the requirements that we are going to comply so that next year we are already prepared for our visa application. 

 

Our Travel to Switzerland Soon

Almost every one of us dreams of a tour or travel to Switzerland at least once in a lifetime. We greatly thanked God for the awesome favor and opportunity because my family and I are going to spend our holiday in Switzerland. My mom and her boyfriend invited us to spend a holiday for three months in their place so we could tour around and see the beauty of Schweiz.

The landscaped mountains, verdant greens and endless natural beauty, Switzerland is indeed a virtual paradise on earth. Who doesn’t love to stay in a peaceful, quiet and beautiful scenery like this?

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Did you know that it is the most wanted tourist destination for honeymooners who look for serenity and magnificence at the same time? The culture of Switzerland is diversity at its best. A conglomeration of French, German and Italian cultures, this is what allures the tourists from all over the world. When you travel to Switzerland it simply means that you get to unravel a fine blend of natural beauty with historical sites and cosmopolitan city culture.

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We would like to see the must-see places during our travel to Switzerland and take a photo of its picturesque mountains. We would also love to visit Zurich, Bern and other sophisticated and modish urbanized cities around Switzerland. The numerous forts, castles, cathedrals, and historic monuments that they have are such a great combination of modern lifestyle and medieval architectural beauty which definitely makes our travel to Switzerland more desirable. Woohoo! Were so excited already and we just can’t wait for our holiday! ^_^

Our New Passports

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Finally after 35 working days of waiting patiently, we got our new passports today! Whew, it took us more than a month of waiting since we applied for our lost passports. The lost ones was one of the unfortunate things that was flooded when typhoon Sendong came and devastated our place three months ago.

I never thought that applying for a lost passport is such a hassle thing to do. Aside from getting an affidavit of loss which must be duly notarized by an Attorney, we need to go to the police station and make a blotter report. DFA’s requirement is also the same when you apply for a new passport plus we need to pay for a penalty charge for the loss.

We waited for 15 days for the clearing period and another 20 days for the processing since we just choose the regular processing fee. Well, it took so long but its okay. Now we are preparing for our travel to Manila so we could apply for a tourist visa.

My hubby and I together with our daughter was invited by my mom to spend a summer holiday for three months in her working country in Switzerland. Woot! were all excited for this holiday! We hope and pray that our visa will be approved immediately by the Swiss embassy.

Have a Vacation with a Mission through Christian Home Exchange

Our church is actively participating in every mission or activities both from our own outreaches or together with other affiliate or partner church ministries. We have our annual gathering that includes anniversary, thanksgiving, youth camp and family camp meeting. Most of our church members is composed of young people that’s why we encourage our young gents and ladies specially those are who unbelievers to join this youth camp meeting this coming December.

I remember when I joined youth camp a few years ago, it was such an awesome and overwhelming experience. I really enjoyed all the activities that we had since all of us participated in this event. The camp was held in another place and they called it a Christian home exchange where it is considered as a faith based vacation place. If you’re not familiar with it yet, it is actually a home exchange with another fellow Christians where two households simply swap homes during their vacation.

Joining a religious clergy and activities like this is very helpful for your spiritual growth. It is a great way for you to connect with other Christians and to engage in these some kind of Christian service. Pastors who are also planning to have a sabbaticals, this is a great choice for the whole church congregation or even for a devotional for the whole family.

If you are planning to have a vacation that could help strengthen or renew your faith, you can try looking for some numerous home exchange organizations online. This faith based home exchange is definitely unique because you are seeking out people who shares your faith.

A Family Holiday Vacation Sailing

Aside from traveling around Europe, one of my dream travel destination is to go visit and sail away at the most appealing sailing destination in the world, and that’s located in Croatia. Ive heard so much about this place when my friend went for an adventurous vacation sailing.  She said that its the world’s most indented sailing area.It offers a variety of attractions and opportunities for each visitor from special and exciting aspects of sailing to a great many attractions where only Croatia can offer.

A sailing Croatia holiday would be the best holiday experience for me. I was enticed by my friend so I will definitely check out some discounted holiday deals for me and my family. We would love to experience the stunning setting for a sailing holiday.

I’m sure we would enjoy spending the day island hopping while exploring those rocky coves, then return to harbour and enjoy an evening meal in one of the many picturesque villages. Apart from the spectacular beauty of its many beaches and bays, we could also explore the distinctive culture, history and cuisine of this splendid area. We can’t wait for our holiday vacation sailing soon.

 

 

Our Fun Filled Adventure Trip

We just had a blast fun and adventure trip together with my family and friends last week. We have a special visitor, my sister and her friend. It was her first time to visit the Philippines. Were glad that she likes our country.  My sister Xyza and her friend Laura really enjoyed their 1 week holiday here with us.

We went to Dahilayan, Manolo Fortich,Bukidnon to visit the Forest Park.

We just hire a multicab which serves as our transportation back and forth. Good thing our visitors did not complain about it.

They don’t mind the rocky bumping and dusty road

They even love to sit at the top load of  the cab.

It was a fun filled adventure and joy ride trip indeed!

My Sister & Friend’s Philippine Holiday

One of the things that made me busy offline is because of my sister’s 1 week here holiday in the Philippines. She and her friend arrived last Saturday and since they will spend their holiday here, I have to take my time to be with them. I am their tour guide since this is my sister’s first time to travel alone without my mom and this is also her friend’s first time to visit the Philippines.

They just love to go swimming at the beach, do some shopping and dine outside. I am also planning to take them to our local tourist spots here in our city. I’m glad that so far so good they are enjoying our country. So please bear with my guys I will be back online after my sister and her friend’s holiday. Thanks for taking your time in visiting my blogs. Ciao for Now!

Wednesday Whites: White Chicks

These two sexy ladies in white will be spending their holiday here in the Philippines this coming July 15. Woot! I can’t wait to see them…why? because I will be their tour guide…hehehe! That’s my younger sister Xyza Mae (on the right) together with her friend Laura.

My sister already visited the Philippines a year ago together with my mom. But this time she will travel along with her friend who  will visit our country for the first time. But I think were gonna be having a language barrier here since they don’t speak English. My sister can speak and understand but not at all. They both speak Swiss-German language. Well, I think a little yes or no or a simple gesture or facial expression perhaps could help. LOL!

I don’t know…let’s see but I think were all gonna be enjoying ourselves while they are here. I will take them to our local tourist attractions, the beaches, go shopping etc etc …I’m sure its gonna be fun! ^_^