IMPORTANT UPDATE TO ALL BPI DEPOSITORS (August 2016)

I love BPI. Express ATM banking, online and mobile banking are all really convenient for someone like me who does not go out much often. Their express assist (more details here) has been remarkable in cutting my wait time when I go to the branch for my banking needs. However, I only have 2 days left before I lose access to all of these. 

As mentioned in their website, If you are unable to update your account information on or before August 31, 2016, your transactions can only be serviced over-the-counter of our branches.  You will not be able to access your account via any of BPI’s 24/7 electronic channels (i.e. ATM , Online and Mobile) until you have submitted your CIS and ID.  

I guess we all do not have a choice but to comply on this and make sure to act quickly since payday is coming in a few days too. For more details, click here. 

UPDATE: If you check your BPI mobile app under the social feeds, you will see a recent update that states clients are requested to update their information on or before September 30, 2016 instead of the original announcement that says August 31. 


Also, if you have updated your client information this year, then you may disregard the advisory. 

Change The Way You See Love

Whenever we hear "LOVE", the first thing that comes into mind is our feelings towards our partners, family and even friends. 

It is such a short word that is so deep and powerful. Love entails sacrifice, selflessness, and hardwork that brings all of us joy, happiness and self-fulfillment. 

If we talk about our love for our family and friends, I believe that there is no need for further explanation. It's inate to all of us. However, I have always believe that we can still change and expand the way we see love. A love that goes beyond our families, friends and inner circle. A love for a stranger, a love for our fellow men and women, a love for humanity. 

Working in the development sector as a Project Officer allowed me to change the way I see love. Love is about caring for others and helping someone who is in need. Love is about volunteerism and fighting for a cause. Love is all about making a difference in this world It is about giving without expecting anything in return. 

So, Yes! We should all change the way we see love just like how Huawei P9 can "Change the Way You See Mobile Photography”. Huawei P9’s camera is co-engineered with Leica. It has dual lenses that produces high quality photos. It allows users to take amazing monochrome, slo-mo, colored, light painting photos among others. Definitely, expanding our potential in photography. 

With an amazing camera phone, I was able to capture love through volunteerism in support to the program for Persons with Down Syndrome.

How about you? How do you see love? #HuaweiP9, #OO #ChangeTheWayYouSeeLove

Really Cheap Hotel Accommodation - Less than Php 100 per night!

No one could ever imagine that you can get a hotel room for less than one hundred pesos. The big secret - just book in advance. When I say in advance, that's like 12 months ahead. 

I know a lot may happen and we won't be able to finalize everything but getting a hotel room deal for Php 88 per night + VAT which sums up to Php 93+ is something you can't just let go. We also believe that if our trip won't push through -- it is not much of a heartbreak because it is just so cheap. :) 

So, if you are wondering which hotel am I talking about. It's no other than Go Hotels which known to provide affordable and quality service and accommodation. They have branches all over the Philippines particularly Metro Manila (Otis, Ortigas, Cybergate-Mandaluyong), Bacolod, Davao, Dumaguete, Iloilo, Butuan, Tacloban and Puerto Princesa. 

Starting today, July 26-28, Go Hotels is having room sale for Bacolod, Davao, Dumaguete, Iloilo, Butuan, Tacloban for as low as Php 88 per night. Stay period is from October - December 2017. 

We were lucky to book 5 days at Go Hotel Davao for only Php 394+ and also one day in Go Hotels Dumaguete for only Php 93+. Our booking includes the following: 

• 22-inch LCD TV with cable
• In-room intercom system
• Option of two (2) single beds or one (1) double bed
• Full vanity mirror
• Two (2) pillows and duvet,
• In-room safe
• Bath towel
• Hot and cold shower
• Single-use soap and shampoo, and tissue paper.

We completed the booking online and used my BPI e-prepaid card. If you don't have a credit or debit card, you also have the option to book and pay through bank deposit. 

So, book now and let's all have more trips this 2017. 

Now is the best time to shop for Christmas Gifts through Flexi HomeDeals Promo

As a homemaker, my usual christmas wishes include my dream home appliances. Last 2015, I got a new Samsung refrigerator which was perfect for our new home.

Modern Filipino households search for the perfect partners in taking care of our families. Samsung
Philippines offers a suite of digital appliances that makes daily life more comfortable, convenient, and time-efficient for today’s millennial parents. With their innovative features, these appliances are designed to meet each family member’s unique lifestyle needs.

I know that Christmas is still over 5 months away but Samsung’s innovative products are now within reach of more customers with the Flexi HomeDeals promo, which offers flexible payment packages for a limited time.The Flexi Home Deals cover a wide range of models of Samsung digital appliances - refrigerators, washing machines, and microwave ovens.

So, I am now thinking of getting their smart oven or the new top load washing machine. More details about Samsung's innovative products, here.

Through the Flexi Home Deals, customers can choose to avail of Samsung digital
appliances in payment options they are most comfortable with. They can enjoy discounts of up to
P30,000 on digital appliances for one-time cash payments. For those who opt for easy deals on
installment, discounts are also available for payment periods of 6 months, 12 months, and 18
months at 0% interest.

“Through the Flexi Home Deals, we are able to provide customers with the opportunity to decide
how they want to avail of their dream home appliances. We want more Filipino families to
experience the unparalleled convenience and comfort of using Samsung Digital Appliances.

Through this, we can fulfill our mission to be the Filipino home’s perfect partner in taking care of
the family,” said Stephanie Chua, Head of Product Marketing, Digital Appliances.

The Flexi Home Deals promo runs from July 12 to September 30, 2016 at selected Samsung
dealer stores nationwide. So hurry and don't miss out this promotion and get your Christmas wish as early as today.

For the latest news, please visit the Samsung Newsroom at news.samsung.com.