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...
Carmina was in town visiting her family and friends in the United States. Every year, she enjoyed exploring new places or spots her family and friends had shared on social media. She had a best friend from high school with whom she kept in touch despite living in the Philippines for many years. Tips: When I visited Mendocino and Fort Bragg in May, it was still cold, so my friend advised me to bring a thick jacket, sweater, or sweatshirt to layer with other clothes. Wearing sneakers is ideal for outings that involve nature. Don’t forget to bring a camera and a selfie stick if you like taking photos with your mobile phone. A short getaway is a great way to catch up with friends, splitting all expenses equally. The drive to Mendocino, California, took about three hours. Carmina’s best friend booked a stay at the Glass Beach Inn on May 28, 2017, located at 726 N Main Street, Fort Bragg, California, United States. We shared a room at the Dana Campbell, pretending we were managing our own bo...