Hello from Singapore

I was here in Singapore for training since last Sunday and I will be going back to Brunei tonight.

It was raining heavily here this morning and there were certain areas that was flooded. I am glad that the rain has finally stopped since I need to catch my flight back to Brunei.

You can read more about the flood in Singapore this morning by clicking here.

More Photos on Gyver on RTB Talentime 2010

Gyver managed to send me his photos while he was on stage during the RTB Talentime 2010.

Gyver's Photos During Talentime 2010

These are the photos I got from Gyver. No photos when he was on the stage. If you have some photos to share, please email to me at bruneipinoy@gmail.com. Thanks a lot

112th Philippine Independence Day

Philippine Independence Day is celebrated on every 12 June. This year Philippines is celebrating its 112th Independence Day. The theme for this year is "Kalayaan - Tagumpay ng Bayan".

As usual, there will be a flag hosting ceremony on 12 June. It was held at Ang Bahay during the term of Her Excellency Virginia Benavidez but this year it will be held at the Philippine Embassy.

The Philippine Embassy is inviting the Filipino community to join the Filipino Community Leader's Gathering which will be held on Sunday, 13th June 2010 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at the Multi-Purpose Hall, Philippine Embassy Chancery. Gyver, who is the winner of RTB Talentime 2010 will render a song during this event as well. So come by if you are free.

Gyver is the Winner of RTB Talent Time 2010

Congratulation to Gyver for winning the RTB Talent Time 2010 at Amphitheatre, Jerudong. I really missed the show since I was at the Manggis Mall attending my friend's daughter wedding.

I am waiting for all the photos so that I can upload it into the blog. So just stay tune.

Those of you who would like to congratulate him can either call or send him a text at +673-8816635.

Additional Article:
My interview with Gyver
Article by Borneo Bulletin

FIFA World Cup 2010

The great happening for the next one month will be at South Africa. Oh yes, it is the FIFA World Cup.

I am not a football fans but do watch football once in a while.

For those who are interested to keep track of the World Cup, you can download the schedule.

Gyver on RTB Talent Time 2010 This Friday

Final for RTB Talent Time 2010 will be held at Jerudong Amphitheatre at 8:00pm on this Friday, 11 June 2010. Gyver is one of the finalists for this competition.

There are seats allocated for all the supports of Gyver. So those who are interested to support Gyver on that night, please contact his mother Edna (8816635) for more details.

I am going to attend my friend's daughter wedding at Hua Ho Manggis Mall. So I can't attend the show. Those of you who are going, please take some pictures and email to me so that I can update in this blog.

Lastly, enjoy the show everybody.

Additional Article:
Get Set for Talentime 2010 tonight (Source taken from Borneo Bulletin)

Health Check Promo from JPMC

My friend, Maricel passed me some flyers mentioning that Jerudong Park Medical Centre (JPMC) will be running a Health Check Promo for Lovely Mum and Greatest Dad. I missed out getting the promo last year and I would definitely want to avail for the promo this year. There is a saying - "Health is Wealth and Wealth is Health." So don't neglect our body. We can spend hundreds and thousands of dollars to buy hand phone, LCD TV, Home Sound System, laptop, desktop, car, etc... but not willing to invest a few hundred for our health. I think it is time for us to really look into our health seriously since most of the food we consume nowadays are mostly processed, frozen especially FAST FOOD.

Offer will end at 4:30pm on 30th June 2010 but last day of redemption will be 30th November 2010. So whoever would like to treat his/her mum & dad for this health check, please call the telephone number shown in the flyer. Click the image for bigger view.

    

The Counter Attack of Royal Brunei Against Cebu Pacific

Just a few days after Cebu Pacific launched its promo fare from Brunei to Manila, Royal Brunei Airlines came out with their weekend sales. With B$370, the airfare includes Brunei airport tax, fuel surcharge, up to 20kg baggage allowance, option to choose your seat and they forgot to mention FREE MEALS ON BOARD. Haha.

To avail for this fare, you need to purchase your ticket at RBA Ticket Office and Service Center on every Saturday and Sunday until 29 August, 2010. Traveling period valid from 14 August to 31 December 2010. There is definitely a great challenge to Royal Brunei on the Manila sector since they are the only airlines flying direct from Brunei to Manila before Cebu Pacific announced of its operation to Brunei. But to the customer point of view, this is good because they could now pay a lower fare to go back to the Philippines. I remembered paying around B$580 for my airfare to Manila last year. A great savings for all.

So which airlines offers a better rate to us as customers? Let's just do some calculation. With the normal fare (B$99 per way) of Cebu Pacific with insurance and Web Admin fee, you will pay B$214 for the return flight. This will give you 15kg baggage allowance. So if you want to make it to 20kg, you need to pay B$40 extra (online rate only) . Then you need to pay Brunei airport tax of $12. It will be a total of B$266 for a return fare. This is B$104 cheaper than RBA. Para sa baon na to.

With comparison to flight schedule, Cebu Pacific flies 2 times a week whereas RBA flies 3 times a week. Flight time for Cebu Pacific from Brunei is at 2:25am and arrive Manila at 4:15am. Many said it is a good time dahil walang trapik. Haha. I totally agree with them.

Lastly, RBA lands at NAIA Terminal 2 whereas Cebu Pacific lands at Terminal 3. Again, for those who are connecting their next Cebu Pacific flight to their province, they don't really need to transfer to another terminal. Unlike using RBA, you definitely need to go to Domestic Terminal, Centennial Terminal or Terminal 3 for any connecting flight depending on what airlines you are using.

But overall, the choice is yours. Do write some comments if you have anything to add. Maraming salamat po.

Cebu Pacific Fare in December

Cebu Pacific is running its normal fare (B$99) per way for the month of December 2010 onward. I am not sure whether they will have any promo fare offer in Sept or Oct. Budget Airline promotion is really hard to predict.

The fare from Manila to Brunei on 4 Jan 2011 is now B$139. Yesterday morning was only B$99. So now there is an increase of B$40. So better grab it fast before the price goes up again.

For those of you who are traveling within Aug 21 to Nov 30, try to buy your ticket latest by 4 June for the promo fare of B$29 per way with 15kg checked bags.

Gyver Not In Top 4 of WGT Season 2

Gyver had the biggest fan group on 30 May when he performed at the Mall. I was there and indeed he put on a good show to all.

The final result was announced on 31 May night. Gyver was not chosen to be in the Top 4.

I believe this is a good exposure for Gyver. This talent show is not just based on singing so it's not easy for all the judges to give their scoring.

Gyver would be performing again at RTB Pilihan Talentime 2010 at Amphitheatre on 11 June 2010. So, for all the fans of Gyver, please go and support him on that night. I would like to say to Gyver - "Go for the GOLD and make your dream becomes reality."

Cebu Pacific Is Coming to Brunei

After a long wait, Cebu Pacific is finally coming to Brunei.

The flight from Bandar Seri Begawan to Manila is at 2:25am and flight from Manila to Bandar Seri Begawan is at 11:50pm. Only 2 flights in a week.

Sales Period is from 2 - 4 June 2010. Travel Period is from 21 August to 30 November 2010. You can go to www.cebupacificair.com to make your booking.

I think most of the people would like to see the travel period extends to December since most would like to go back during that time. I had traveled with Cebu Pacific on both domestic and international flights. These were my experiences. The service is good but beware of excess baggage. The price for excess baggage is extremely EXPENSIVE as compared with Airasia. If you need to size up your baggage, you can only do it during the time of buying the ticket. So you better make sure of your weight before you book the ticket. I just found out that you can actually Purchase Add-ons like Excess Baggage after you purchase your ticket. This is basically a new feature from Cebu Pacific. Thumb UP to that.

To those who will fly back to Manila on 22 August 2010 - Bon Voyage and enjoy your first Cebu Pacific flight from Brunei to Manila. Better give me some comments after that flight.

Checkout the Fare from Bandar Seri Begawan to Manila - 22 August 2010 to 21 Spet 2010. Promo Fare of B$58 (excluding airport taxes) with 15 kg checked luggage. WOW!!! That's really really really CHEAP.

Click on the image to see a bigger view