Don't Lose Your Marbles

It's been 2 years and it's time to renew my BPI Eprepaid Mastercard.  But instead of renewing it, I opted again to get a new card because BPI has a current promo right now (click here) offering a FREE beverage from Starbucks (worth Php 150) when you apply for a new Eprepaid or More Fun Visa from March 18 to June 18, 2016. This is not a paid post.  I wish it were, with all the inquiries my previous post about Eprepaid received haha.  ;) Update : Finally redeemed my double chocolate matcha drink.  They just scanned the code in the SMS message BPI sent. Head on over to their homepage   and click " Apply Now " at the upper right half of the page then scroll down to "Prepaid and Gift Cards ." Read and understand the agreement then click "I Agree." Choose your card then fill up the form and select the branch where you will pick it up.  Allow at least 5 business days (Monday to Fridays only) before going to the branch. Both E...

Note:  Make sure to use a computer for this.  I tried applying online using my ipad but the right hand column wasn't showing up.    The process is pretty straightforward, but for those who want a visual guide before doing it online, this might be of use to you. DISCLAIMER :  Any logos appearing in this post are property of their respective owners.  No copyright infringement is intended and any images used in this post are for illustration purposes only. For any questions or problems, please contact the NBI office directly at 0917-999-94-21 (Globe) | 0920-412-99-99 (Smart) | 0999-569-99-64 (Smart) . ========== Update:  So, I missed my original appointment date and scheduled (and paid!) for another one and when I got to the NBI clearance office at Duty Free Parañaque, they accepted both so I now have 2 clearances. Btw, for those going to the Duty Free satellite branch, they don't allow walk-ins so you really need to apply online and go there...

Just wanted to share this free IELTS course . You'll need to register (free) for an edX account and enroll in the course ( click here ). Just paying it forward, folks. -------------------------------- This post will not entertain comments or questions, it will automatically be deleted. If you post IELTS related comments on my other blog posts, they will also be deleted.  Thanks for understanding.

You can scroll down below to check the requirements needed and the steps on how to apply for PRC certificate of registration, itemized board rating, and certificate of good standing. I try to keep this post updated as possible, but since it's been a while since I last applied for one, please contact PRC directly for further inquiries. ----------------------- New Update: Please check their official Facebook page [click here]   for their latest announcements You can  send them a message via FB Messenger (m.me/professionalregulationcommission)   for any questions not answered by this blogpost. Official PRC Facebook Page PRC Email Addresses: For Authentication and Stateboard Verification:  prc.recordsmgntdiv@gmail.com For CPD inquiries:  prc.cpdsecretariat@gmail.com For initial registration and license renewal:  prc.reg@gmail.com PRC Hotline 310-00-26 or 310-10-47 (temporarily unavailable) PRC Frequently Asked Questi...

It seems to me that the NBI changes its system every few years, yet it remains to be as inefficient and incompetent  as the last one because they lose their databases and our data to the IT company in charge of their system.   It's such a waste of time to have to come back every time your name had a "hit" and they don't do anything to update their records.  If you had a "hit" when you applied before, it will come up again. In their previous system, you can fill out the form and pay online using Globe Gcash then proceed directly to the NBI main center in UN Avenue and be done with it in less than 10 minutes, which was convenient.   This time, you can only fill out the application form online found at http://nbi.njis-ph.com/ sample screenshot only Make sure to double check all your entries before clicking the "Submit" button. After filling it up online, you can print out the completed form or (if you don't have a printer) co...

[June 13, 2013] After checking in at the hotel, we dropped off our bags and headed to Jollibee for a quick lunch before our city tour.  Our guide was Ate Malou and they picked us up at the hotel after a quick freshening up. Since it was raining that day, we were only able to drive by the City Baywalk where you can see local fishing boats, walk/stroll/jog along the bay, and enjoy street food prepared by the nearby residents at night amidst the colorful streetlights.  I bet it would've been lovely to stroll around the baywalk.  There's also an area where you can rent bicycles. Ate Malou said that the local government has provided housing across the Baywalk for the relocated residents and the eateries they set up at night provide additional income for their families.   gloomy weather  :( would've been a nice photo op area if not for the rain bicycles for rent We also passed by the Plaza Cuartel (barracks in Spanish) ...

I booked the Superior room at  Sunlight Guest Hotel via Agoda  at a discounted rate (Php 1770/night).  It's located near the public market (advantage if you want to bring back fresh seafood and fruits to Manila), a local fastfood chain (Jollibee), and within walking distance to the Boardwalk.  You can hail a tricycle passing by to take you anywhere within the city.  Since it's across a public market, there are a lot of people around so best to be vigilant when walking around the area.    There's also a mini supermarket and pharmacy located beside the hotel and 2 ATM machines near the entrances.  The 1st floor is only a receiving area/lobby and the 2nd and 3rd floors of the hotel's building contains local clothing shops, a courier, etc.   Head for the elevator and straight to the 4th floor for the hotel's main reception area to check in. There's also a LCD that shows a welcome sign with the guests' names on it.  It's a ...