Hair care tips for the hot summer months

by Filipina Expat // August 1, 2016 // 1 Comment

With temperatures in Dubai reaching above 40 C, I always ensure that I smother my face and body with high SPF sun screen. I am conscious now of skin ageing and fine lines yah know! But after a recent visit to... Continue reading →

Thoughts about Ramadan

by Filipina Expat // June 20, 2016 // No Comments

How’s everyone? Ramadan started a few weeks ago and for OFWs in UAE that means shortened working hours which is one of the reasons I always look forward to this occasion. When I first came in 2005, Ramadan started in October. I... Continue reading →

Splash ‘n’ Party!

by Filipina Expat // April 30, 2016 // 8 Comments

When I told the kids last week that we were going to Splash ‘n’ Party, their first reaction was ‘Where’s that?’. After experiencing this water park, the place has now been a part of their vocabulary and the only question... Continue reading →

On a visit visa – 11 years ago

by Filipina Expat // April 30, 2016 // 5 Comments

I realized that I just celebrated my 11 years of being in UAE this month and I can’t help but to reminisce. Continue reading →

Last part of our trip and more…

by Filipina Expat // April 15, 2016 // 2 Comments

I know I’m very late on sharing the last part of our European trip. If you missed it, here’s the Vienna trip, my impression of Venice and my husband’s first ever post about our Florence experience. The only pending is... Continue reading →

Until when do you want to stay in Dubai?

by Filipina Expat // April 8, 2016 // 3 Comments

I’m taking a break from my travel posts because I’m itching to let this out. After coming back from our short holiday, I am again on reflection mode (hubby calls it senti mode but reflection mode sounds more mature and intelligent 🙂... Continue reading →

Why a European holiday is a great idea while you are in Dubai

by Filipina Expat // April 4, 2016 // 4 Comments

Why a European holiday is a great idea while you are in Dubai Don’t be fooled. I also have the weirdo poses while there Before I continue our Austria-Italy trip (you can read the Vienna adventures here, and the Venice... Continue reading →

Shangri-La Muscat offers Buy 1 Get 1 Free Weekend – exclusive to UAE residents – 11 – 12 March ONLY!

by Filipina Expat // March 7, 2016 // No Comments

Few days to go! Shangri-La Muscat offers Buy 1 Get 1 Free Weekend – exclusive to UAE residents – 11 – 12 March ONLY! Escape for the perfect weekend getaway where, for one weekend only, EVERYTHING is BUY 1 GET... Continue reading →

Cirque Le Noir set to thrill the UAE

by Filipina Expat // March 7, 2016 // No Comments

Tape Events, the premier event management company in the GCC, announced today a unique theatrical experience, Cirque Le Noir, is on its way to the region. The sold-out world tour cirque will be performing in Dubai and Abu Dhabi for... Continue reading →

Softouch Spa – Kempinski Mall of the Emirates

by Filipina Expat // February 15, 2016 // No Comments

I was gifted a voucher at Softouch Spa in Kempinski Mall of the Emirates by my company after organizing a successful conference. And it didn’t take long until I find the time to use it. My body was aching all... Continue reading →