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NLEX Toll Rates 2017

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NLEX tollgate

North Luzon Expressway or popularly known as NLEX is a toll expressway connecting Manila to various provinces in Central Luzon. NLEX begins in Balintawak and Mindanao Avenue in Quezon City. It passes through Valenzuela, Meycauayan, Marilao,Bacaue, Balagtas, Tabang, Sta. Rita, Pulilian, San Simon, San Fernando, Mexico, Angeles, Dau and Sta. Ines.

NLEX tollgate
NLEX tollgate

If you are traveling to Central and Northern Luzon by car, below are the NLEX toll rates (including toll rates for Subic-Tipo expressway or NLEX segment 7) as of January 11, 2017:

Disclaimer: I do not own any of the tables. Note that these are owned by www.tollways.net.ph.

NLEX toll rates for Class 3 vehicles

These are the rates for trailers/large trucks.

On the left part of the table are the entry toll points and on the top part are the exit points. For example, for Class 3, entry point is  Balagtas and exit point is   BWK (Balintawak), the toll fee is 211 Php.

NLEX Toll Rates Class 3

NLEX toll rates for Class 2 vehicles

These are for trucks and buses

NLEX Toll Rates Class 2

NLEX toll rates for Class 1 vehicles

NLEX Toll Rates Class 1

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NLEX Toll Rates 2016

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North Luzon Expressway or NLEX serves as the gateway from Manila to various provinces in the Central Luzon region in the Pilippines.If you are travelling from Manila, below are the NLEX toll fees from Balintawak tollgate:

Note that the toll rates are as of December 26, 2015. 
nlex balintawak toll fees

Below are the latest and complete NLEX toll fee rates as per Tollways Management Corporation website: 


Class 1 Vehicles
These are for Cars and Jeepneys. Prices are inclusive of VAT and are in Philippine Peso.

Class 2 Vehicles
These are toll prices for Buses and Trucks

Class 3 Vehicles

Note that the prices are as of December 26, 2015. There have been news that the Metro Pacific Investments Corp (MPIC) has filled a petition for toll rates increase. The rates in this post will be updated if in case there will be changes.

iPhone 6s and 6s Plus Launch in The Philippines

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Smart Telecommunications has recently announced on its official Facebook page that iPhone 6s and 6s Plus release date will be on November 6, 2015.

iPhone 6s and 6s plus rose gold smart telecom

Surprisingly, this year’s iPhones launch is earlier compared to the launch of iPhone’s previous iterations in the Philippines.

Currently, there are no information yet regarding the postpaid plans and prepaid handset prices. In the meantime, you may register your interest and pre-order the iPhone 6s or iPhone 6s Plus on the link below.

iPhone 6s/6s Plus Smart Postpaid

Smart Postpaid subscribers that are currently on a retention may also register. Those who are still within their contract, there is still no information yet regarding the Smart’s wipe out program.

Major upgrades of the new iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus
3D Touch
12MP iSight Camera
Faster Touch ID and Processor

Uber Rider? Find Out Your Rating!

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If you regularly use Uber, don’t you know that Uber riders get rated too? 
Aside from us riders giving rating to drivers,they also provide ratings to the rider every after end of trip. Unlike with Grabcar, both rider and driver are given the opportunity to rate one another after each trip. According to Uber, this is to ensure that “the most respectful riders and drivers are using user”.

Logo is owned by Uber

How do I know my Uber rating?
To know your rating, just follow the steps below (iPhone Uber app):
Open Uber app

 iphone uber application

Tap the profile icon on the topmost left of the application

open uber rider profile iphone

Tap HELP
uber help iphone app

You will be directed to a page containing your last Uber ride. Just locate and tap “Account”

account opening uber

Tap “I’d like to know my rating”
passenger rating uber

Just tap “Submit”. There will be a pop-up window stating that Uber received your request and they will notify you via e-mail.

rider rating request in uber

An Uber customer care representative will email you containing your rating. Upon request, e-mail usually arrives 5 to 15 minutes.

uber passenger rating email

 If you are an Android user, same process applies if you want to know your Uber rider rating.

Note that Uber in the Philippines is currently available on Metro Manila areas only. If you are traveling Manila, Uber Manila is the safest and most convenient ride. Currently, Uber is also cheaper than taxis and Grabcar.

How to Install COL Financial iPhone App

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If you have a COL financial account and owns an iPhone, you can now enjoy trading stocks using your phone without visiting COL Financial’s desktop site.

Note that the COL Financial mobile application is not available in Apple App Store.
Below are the steps on how to install the COL mobile app:
Open Safari or any browser on your iPhone

 

Go to Col Financial’s desktop site, type https://www.colfinancial.com
Log-in using your User ID and password
Once logged-in, tap “Downloads”

Tap the highlighted icon as shown below.

Tap “Add to Home Screen”
You will be directed to another page. simply tap “Add”.

 

You will then see the COL Financial iOS mobile app installed in your device. Happy investing!
If you are an Android user, the Col Financial mobile app is also available in the COL Financial’s “Downloads” section.

 

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SM Malls Holy Week Schedule 2015

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Below is the Holy Week 2015 schedule of SM Malls –  Philippine’s largest chain of shopping malls.

April 2, 2015 (Maundy Thursday) – All Malls Closed, except SM Baguio which will operate from 10 AM to 10 PM and SM Mall of Asia verandah restaurants and SM by the Bay at regular operating hours 


April 3, 2015 (Good Friday) – All Malls Closed, except for SM Baguio which will operate from 10 AM to 10 PM and SM Mall of Asia verandah restaurants and SM by the Bay at regular operating hours 

April 4, 2015 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall hours 

April 5, 2015 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall hours

Here’s the complete list of SM Supermalls:
SM City Bacolod
SM City Bacoor
SM City Baguio
SM City Baliwag
SM City Batangas
SM City Bicutan
SM City Cagayan De Oro
SM City Calamba
SM City Cebu
SM City Clark
SM City Consolacion
SM City Dasmariñas
SM City Davao
SM City Fairview
SM City General Santos
SM City IloIlo
SM Lanang Premier
SM Center Las Piñas
SM City Lipa
SM City Lucena
SM Mall of Asia
SM City Manila
SM City Marilao
SM City Marikina
SM City Masinag
SM Megamall
SM Center Molino
SM Center Muntinlupa
SM City Naga
SM City North EDSA
SM City Novaliches
SM City Olongapo
SM City Pampanga
SM Center Pasig
SM City Rosales
SM City Rosario
SM City San Fernando Downtown
SM City San Lazaro
SM City San Pablo
SM Southmall
SM City Sta. Mesa
SM City Santa Rosa
SM City Sucat
SM City Tarlac
SM City Taytay
SM Center Valenzuela

Luxasia Philippines Warehouse Sale 2014

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Luxasia is the largest distributor of high-end beauty products and perfumes in Singapore. Its presence in Malaysia, Taiwan, Hong Kong, China, India, Indonesia,Thailand, Vietnam and of course the Philippines probably makes the Luxasia brand the largest distributor of perfumes in Asia. So don’t be surprised if you see a small sticker saying “Distributed by Luxasia Phil” when you buy perfumes in SM malls.

Among Lexasia’s  portfolio are brands such as Thierry Mugler, Issey Miyake, Bvlgari, Esprit, Davidoff, Lacoste, Jean Paul Gaultier, Marc Jacobs etc.

Being a fragrance fanatic, I was extremely happy to know to that Luxasia Philippines is having a 3-day warehouse sale. Thanks to The Net Group Philippines Facebook page for the advert about the sale.

luxasia warehouse sale philippines 2014

I took the chance to visit their warehouse sale in Regalong Pambahay, Pioneer, Mandaluyong hoping that there would good deals for my favorite juices.

luxasia warehouse pioneer mandaluyong
 
luxasia philippines sale 2014
 

I arrived early and was surprised by the number of shoppers in the area. The sales team were very friendly and accommodating. What’s more surprising are the discounted prices! Issey Miyake’s L’eau D’Issey Pour Homme is at 50+% off and is priced at only 2,200 Pesos.  I even overheard some shoppers ranting about Davidoff Cool Water being sold out just few minutes right after the warehouse opened.

 
Most of the items on sale are gift sets (perfume with small tubes shower gel, after shave etc.) price ranging from 2,900 Pesos to 3,200 Pesos. Both Bvlgari Aqva Marine  and Issey Miyake Sport gift sets are at 3,200 Pesos.  
 
Sorry for the blurred photo.
 
By the way, there are also tons of  frags and cosmetics for women.  Unfortunately, I was in a hurry that I just grabbed 2 Isseys and did not get the chance to take photos of the items in the warehouse.
 
Thank you Luxasia!
 
Come and visit Luxasia’s The great Luxury Sale and grab your favorite juices at a discounted price! 🙂
 
Luxasia website
 
 
 

 

SM Malls Holy Week Schedule 2014

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The country’s largest chain of shopping malls – SM Malls, has released its Holy Week 2014 Mall Schedule.

  • April 17, 2013 (Maundy Thursday) – Mall Closed
  • April 18, 2013 (Good Friday) – Mall Closed
  • April 19, 2013 (Black Saturday) – Regular hours
  • April 20, 2013 (Easter Sunday) – Regular hours

Below is the complete list of SM Supermalls:

SM City Bacolod
SM City Bacoor
SM City Baguio
SM City Baliwag
SM City Batangas
SM City Bicutan
SM City Cagayan De Oro
SM City Calamba
SM City Cebu
SM City Clark
SM City Consolacion
SM City Dasmariñas
SM City Davao
SM City Fairview
SM City General Santos
SM City IloIlo
SM Lanang Premier
SM Center Las Piñas
SM City Lipa
SM City Lucena
SM Mall of Asia
SM City Manila
SM City Marilao
SM City Marikina
SM City Masinag
SM Megamall
SM Center Molino
SM Center Muntinlupa
SM City Naga
SM City North EDSA
SM City Novaliches
SM City Olongapo
SM City Pampanga
SM Center Pasig
SM City Rosales
SM City Rosario
SM City San Fernando Downtown
SM City San Lazaro
SM City San Pablo
SM Southmall
SM City Sta. Mesa
SM City Santa Rosa
SM City Sucat
SM City Tarlac
SM City Taytay

SM Center Valenzuela

Macaron at Mixin Bowl SM North EDSA

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Mixin Bowl Cafe just recently opened at SM North EDSA Sky Garden.  This one of a kind hang out place serves premium hot and cold beverages and to die for pastries – one of which is French Marcarons.
 
The place is a bit small and can accommodate up to 25 guests including the tables in its open air area.  Despite of its limited real estate, the modern and cozy interior makes the place looks high end and expensive.

mixin bowl sm north
We were lucky to meet the owner of the place – Ms.Tet. She was nice and even shared a couple of information about macarons. Well, macarons are often mistaken by Filipinos as the Pinoy meringue or even macaroons.  Macarons are totally different as they are actually French-meringue pastry varying in colors and flavors.  By the way, Mixin Bowl’s macarons are authentic and 100% Parisian.

Since it is my first time to try macarons, I did not really expect that it would match its pretty appearance with its delightful taste.  The shell and the cookie of the macaroons is a bit soft and very delicate.  It slowly melts into your mouth while satisfying your tastebuds with its rich and unique flavor. According to the owner, this what makes Mixin Bowl’s premium macarons different from other macaroons around the metro. 
Mixin Bowl’s macaron premium flavors – Rose, Pistachio, Espresso and Salted Caramel.

Pistachio – a white chocolate pistachio ganache
Rose – Iranian rose syrup gentlyflavors a delicate buttercream

Salted Caramel – smooth golden caramel salted with flakes  of French sea salt
Espresso – a strong espresso buttercream

My friend and I ordered a dozen of macarons, Café Latte and Mocha Frapuccino.  I personally liked Pistachio and Salted Caramel.  The filling screams intense flavor and makes you want to take another bite.  The sweetness is not too strong and is just perfect with hot coffee.

While we were enjoying the macaroons, to our surprise, Ms.Tet handed us a plate of Mixin Bowl’s Mochi donuts for free.  (PS. Thank you Ms.Tet!)
Mixin Bowl’s Cream Cheese and Nutella doughnuts are unique and delicious! Ms.Tet told me that the dough is actually made of wheat. That makes these Mochi doughnuts not just mouth-watering but also a healthy choice of dessert.

Mixin Bowl Menu
Macaron – 45Php
Café Emericano – 85Php
Café Latte – 90Php
Cappucino – 105Php
Mochi Doughnut – Cream Cheese – 39Php
Swiss Meringue – 39Php
I would definitely recommend Mixin Bowl.  The ambiance, service and of course the macarons and Mochi doughnuts are good.  I have yet to try other macaroon places, but so far, I have already set my standards to that of Mixin Bowl’s delicious and premium macarons.

Contact Mixin’ Bowl
Sky Garden,
SM City North EDSA
Quezon City

For reservations call or e-mail:
(632) 464-9338
[email protected]