Last year my dad had informed me he will be getting married in Tacloban the place his wife grew up in the Philippines . My dad said he would like all of his family members to attend since they couldn't go to the one in the United States. Carmina booked her flight during Philippine Airlines ’ year-end sale at the start of 2026. I told my dad about my travel plans for a short trip from Friday, April 17 to Sunday, April 19. My cousins also asked for my flight details so they could book the same flight. My dad said he will book my room for me sharing with two family members at Summit Hotel in Tacloban . Sending me the confirmation booking information for my reference. As the months went by, before I knew it, the big day had finally arrived—a rare event that doesn’t happen too often. Everything had been carefully planned by my dad and his wife, Tita Cielo. When we arrived, the check-in time was 2 PM, but there was a mix-up with the rooms. Some were ready for check-in, but the one...
Every time I travel my friends always tease me because my agenda is so filled up with the dates on my calendar they say, how you can manage to squeeze everyone when you only have one month to visit. I always say that is easy you schedule some at lunch and dinner this way you can see everyone all in one time just that you are juggle yourself in between the day. My calendar is filled up from Monday to Sunday no time to waste time because when you visit your only have one month to spend quality time with everyone you know. The problem I have when someone is unable to make it for prior notice it is difficult to switch them with someone else because everyone is busy with work or family obligation. Sometimes I have to combine some of my friends at the same time as long as they know each other it is easy this way and you are not wasting time. I always plan ahead once I have already booked my airfare and know the actual date I will be arriving and returning back home.