See you in February, Bangkok!

It's the annual Bangkok Hat on Feb 11 and 12, 2012. In my opinion, this is the most fun Ultimate tournament in Asia. The first time I played in this tourney was in February of 2004 and since then, I make it a point to attend even if I only partake in the sideline drinking, the boat races and the heckling.

Since I'll be saying goodbye to Asia around February next year, I have planned on doing a weekend stopover in BKK just so I can participate in the Hat. I have booked my one-way flight to BKK and from there fly to Europe. I have a feeling that it'll be one fun-filled, crazy weekend! So psyched!

Only thing to do now is to look for reasonably-priced hotels.

BKK Hat 2010. Apple Pie Shots.  Happy times!

El Nido Resort - Lagen Island Getaway

Enjoy a 3D/2N getaway for 2 at the world-class El Nido Resort - Lagen Island.
Deal Grocer is offering this package for only P27,500 instead of the original rate of P55,000.

Package includes:

Forest Room accommodation
Roundtrip boat transfers to/from El Nido airport
Daily buffet breakfast for 2
Massage for 2
Use of snorkeling gear and kayaks

Grab this deal now as there are limited vouchers left.

Travel period from April 4 to June 30, 2011 (except Holy Week). Subject to availability.

Things I miss from my European Summer...(Part 1)

the BOOZE!

Amsterdam: Amstel at one of the pubs near the RLD

Italy: Birra Moretti at Lake Garda

Barcelona: Spanish San Miguel on the way to the beach

Germany: Bit Copa--tastes like shandy

At a Biergarten: Eichbaum

Stuttgart: Lösch-Zwerg Bier

(a bit of a tongue-twister so I call it "Dwarf Beer")

No schnapps and grappa on the list because I don't miss 'em at all =)

Stuck in the City

It is a bit frustrating to be stuck in the Metro during a long weekend while most of the people you know are having a grand time at the beach. To save myself from boredom next time there's a long weekend and I'm still not able to go anywhere, I've prepared a list of things to do for a more productive time at home.

1. Clean your closet -- Get rid of those old clothes that do not fit you anymore. Or those clothes that you bought two seasons ago that you have never worn. Sell these clothes or give them to charity.
2. Spring cleaning -- This is perfect for those yuppies or professionals who live by themselves and are too busy to clean on a regular week. You'd be surprised how much dirt accumulates beneath your bed or your couch.
3. Grab a good book -- Now is the time to start reading a book you've always wanted to read or finish a book that you've started weeks or months ago.
4. Call old friends -- Catch up with your college buds or friends outside of work whom you rarely see. This is the perfect time to update each other about what's going on in your lives.
5. Cook -- Grab a cookbook or get a recipe online and learn to cook some dishes. Show off what you've learned by hosting a party for friends or by surprising your significant other with a home-cooked meal.

Let me know if you have other suggestions for a more productive long weekend in the city.