Where the Geeks are!!!

I have initially thought, that it was a store that sells buko juice. Obviously from it’s name , I associated it to the fruit itself and surmising that the owner substitute “O” to “U”, so it would appear humorous and appealing. Then, just by adding books, voracious readers will get attracted while drinking buko juice!

Humor fails! Oh well.. you got it right? I really don’t know how that idea came up! Toinks!

So I googled its etymology and it showed that BUKU means "A lot of" or "many" in Vietnam, and "book" in Malay. Later I know that it’s also a coffee shop. I’ve always been here in District mall because my partner is working in Sweet Solutions Cafe , a coffee shop/bakeshop along side Buku Buku. So every weekend , I’m always with my son and we always hang out on this place. This mall became his playground and this became my "tambayan", as well.

I like the ambience in District Mall because it's not crowded unlike other malls in town. Restrooms are also clean . hehehe, which is very important.

Buku Buku cafe captured my eyes because of its interior. Its very appealing for bookworms and artsy individuals. It manifests really who their target customers are.

Not only that. They supports local indie band and acts. Open mic sessions held monthly and I've attended some of these.

OH FLAMINGO!

So if you are a poetry incline individual then, you are very much welcome to perform or just be an audience and listen. No need to go outside Cavite just to witness indie bands, poetry reading and open mic sessions.

Buku Buku is also a perfect place to hang out with friends. Aside from coffee and dining area inside, they have another place for booze-ing and you may also indulge on cocktail drinks.

You should give it a try! Gora na !

WISH LIST

It still few months before holiday season but SHOPBACK already have a blogging contest where you will just input your Wish List items from their merchants. Very rare that I join blogging contest like this, however , this time, will try my luck to win these stuffs not only for me but also for my son. : )

Here are the prizes:

10 Best Wishlist Winners will get ONE of their items from their wishlist for FREE The prize (item)’s price will be capped at PHP10,000. 2 Most Popular Winners will be chosen from the remaining entrants for the Most Popular category and will win PHP3,000 cash prize each. The more like/shares you have across your social media, the higher chance you have to win. 5 Consolation Prize Winners will be chosen from the remaining entrants and will win PHP1,000 cash prize each.

I have already explained how shopback works HERE and you will definitely shop and will drool for the deals offered. : )

You might also want to join this contest and learn the mechanics HERE and create your own wishlist.

As I have mentioned on my previous post , SHOPBACK gives you cashback for your online purchases, on top of the many discounts available when buying from an online retailer. It starts to become popular nowadays as it featured also on The Manila Times, Philstar, Inquirer.net, GMA Network, Tech In Asia, Channel NewsAsia & more.

I've browsed CashCashPinoy and look for a travel package. Shopback offers 2% cashback once you buy stuff from them . They offered great deals of travel package and I chose 2 as included on my wishlist.

Tagaytay Prime residences (weekends)

Since rainy days are coming , this is my priority . A staycation for the family: My partner , my son and the nanny :)

Kiddie area on this hotel caught my attention. It will be a fun 2D/1N weekdend stay, if ever!

Caliraya mid year get away / Quad Room (4 pax min.)

I chose this since it's closer to our town and it is also a chance to have a bonding moment with my family.

My 3rd wish I picked from Itruemart where Shopback offers 4% cashback. I bought some accessories and micro sd from this site before. They offer great deals as well. I bought my micro sd for a lower price and I'm still using it. If only I knew this SHopback earlier, 4% cashback will already creditted on my account.

WD My Passport Ultra External HD / 2tb

I am very sentimental when it comes on saving pictures. A memento that I can look back.

For LAZADA, they offer 4% cashback as as well. It is one of those popular online stores and I've tried to buy some of my stuff here. I bought 2 stuffs on this online store. an electronic massager and romoss powerbank and now, I've checked and browse some stuffs for kids and noticed this :

Electronic Motor for Kids

I have already bought my son an electronic motor like this but its already worn out and now he's asking for another.

I will not shell out a money from my pocket to buy this . I will wait first to win, the genie might hear me! LOL

So there... I summon the Shopback Genie to fulfill any of these. Hopefully I will win!!! : )

PROMOTIONS and VOUCHERS WITH SHOPBACK PHILIPPINES

As a Mom , it became my habit to shop with a value card to earn more points on some establishments. I really do prefer value shopping especially on buying groceries. Although it will only earn me a single peso for a 200 pesos worth of groceries or medicines , I truly appreciate and made me feel that something was gained back. Because sooner once I already accumulated enough points , I will be able to use it also in the future. Earning points for me is like .. asking and haggling for a certain discount. If it's a marketing strategy, I am enjoying it! Actually I have already consumed some of those points as well.

Moreover, since online shopping is very prominent nowadays , I have discovered that I can earned after online shopping! This platform is partnered with those popular online shop that I have usually visited and this is what I am eyeing for! I've actually bought some items from these popular online shops like Lazada but I've earned nothing! I am blogging this to share the significance of this online store and what they can offer to us online shoppers. Since most of the time, I am sitting in front of a computer and this is the only time that I am browsing some stuffs to buy for myself.

I am talking about SHOPBACK online and this time, you will earn money and not points. It would be a money saved on your part and they offer great deals and discounts. You may cash out this to your bank, paypal or GCASH account. SHOPBACK is the #1 Online Cashback / Rebates Site in the Philippines. They've been partnered to 300 merchants like LAZADA , ZALORA , AGODA, HOTELS.COM, iTRUEMART, FOODPANDA, ALIEXPRESS and more. Also, business runs in countries like , Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, India and Taiwan.

I know mommies and some online-buyer-aficionados will definitely like this. Once you registered in SHOPBACK, you will get P100 upon signing up. This will be credited on your shopback account. When you made a purchase, another 100 pesos will be added.

Actually I gave this a shot, just to see how it works. After a few days, I've received a notification on my email that I've already earned some 4% cashback. This was actually added to my Shopback Account .

CASHBACK is the money that consumers received once they shopped online, and it comes in a form of CASH not points. Good thing, they offer Cashbacks from popular online stores : CashCashPinoy with 2% cashback , Lazada has 4% cashback and and iTrueMart has 4% cashback.

Another thing , you might get confuse. Discounts in merchants like LAZADA is totally different from what you may get from shopback. You may get discounts on top of the cashback earned from SHOPBACK. Great deals, right?! Discounts pa more! : )

To understand more about SHOPBACK :

You may also watch this SHOPBACK VIDEO provided for online customers .

Like these SHOPBACK accounts on social media so you'll get updated on the deals they offer :

FACEBOOK

INSTAGRAM

GOOGLE PLUS

TWITTER

Happy shopping!

The Whitney Houston Show 2016

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Starring the breathtaking voice of Belinda Davids live in concert featuring the full production show from the US. Direct from sell out shows across Europe, plus a full band, dancers and theatrical effects, this show is not just a brilliant tribute but a spectacular concert experience in its own right and should not be missed! In the wake of Whitney Houston's tragic passing in 2012, her timeless music and awe-inspiring voice have received renewed appreciation from her legion of long-time fans and garnered a new generation of admirers who appreciate Whitney's unique voice, undeniable talent and pervasive charm as a welcome contrast to the artists prevalent in today's contemporary music.

In preparation for such an anticipated show, and in respect for Houston's legacy, Showtime Management dedicated over 12 months to perfecting this production and finding the right star. After conducting over 15,000 auditions in 12 countries, accomplished South African vocalist BELINDA DAVIDS was selected to pay reverence to Houston with her carefully crafted renditions.

Don’t miss this critically acclaimed once in a lifetime live show of a tribute to a woman who has long been an icon of pop music and vocal ability, The Greatest Love Of All – The Whitney Houston Show Tour 2016 on Friday, August 26th, 8PM at the IEC Pavillon, Cebu City and on Saturday, August 27th at the PICC Plenary Hall, Pasay City, Manila.

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