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 had checked in at the Hampton Inn by Hilton in Oakland walking distance to China Town and other places where you could walk on your own if you wanted too. Outside on the door giving you rules for you to obey. The Hampton Inn by Hilton is asking you to wear a face mask before entering inside. How does it feel to stay three days by yourself? To be honest this is the first time Carmina stayed and checked herself in staying a hotel room on your own giving you time for yourself rather thinking of others. Life in general we need to learn to be on our own one day our parents will not always be next to us through their presence. Mom Violy kept calling up Carmina when you realize it is not only you who is adjusting when you're not at their side. Upon entering at the Hampton Inn by Hilton in Downtown Oakland you will need to wear a face mask you will ask to register yourself at the front desk giving all information needed from you before giving you the room key. Every hotel all has d...