Experience the PROS & CONS of Online Shopping

I've been into online shopping for about two years now. At times I buy something that catches my attention on a weekly basis. Whenever my package will arrive right in front of our house my mom will look at me with a strange expression, sometimes she'll get mad coz she think Im spending too much and that I need to stop and save my money for needs and not wants. 

I admit I have a tendency to be an impulsive buyer. When Im depressed due to PMS or I need something to cheer me up I browse and click buy at once not even thinking twice if the dress will fit on me or I might not even look good on it. I believe its not healthy but I still do it anyway.

When Multiply closed down this year I was sad and disappointed coz I have a lot of things that i still want to buy and I can easily purchase without the hassle of paying over the counter or thru money transfers. I just have to do a few clicks on my internet banking and then wait for my package to arrive at my doorstep. My paypal account isnt verified yet, I dont know if I'll be thankful about that or not. At ebay I see a lot of clothes at international sellers and I cant make a purchase coz they only accept paypal as their mode of payment. So maybe if my paypal is working, I've been buying things every now and then. Haha!

Fortunately my boyfriend is so sweet and generous that he will buy me things that i want online thru his visa debit card. And now that his paypal is verified he's willing to use it for me but he said that he will be in control that not everything I ask will be granted. Haha! His recent purchase for me are two mac lippies Ive been dying to have. He bought it direct from US at ebay. (I'll make a review about it once they arrive) I am a lucky girlfriend. ❤❤❤

I bought 3 of these clothes online, the other two were gifts from my mom. Maxi dress, peplum top, crochet lace bodycon dresses and floral dress. I had all of these in one week.

Ive been crazy in love with this crochet lace bodycon dress since last year. It costs Php 750 to Php 1000 at other online sellers then I just browse it over ebay and found it at Php 550 Brand New without tag. :) Its the details that caught me since I'm fond of crochet and laces and embroidered work on clothes. I find it very catchy and unique. 

For readers out there who havent tried online shopping yet. I'll give you the plus points as well as the disadvantages of online shopping. ^.^ 

The advantages of online shopping: (according to my experience)

1. Its easy, energy and time saving.

2. You can browse for similar items and compare prices.

3. You can buy the item that youve been saving for at a lower price. (Just be patient and continue browsing)

4. You can find rare and unique items even limited edition things that aren't usually sold inside shopping malls and bazaars.

5. Some sellers will give you freebies such as accessories or product samples.

6. You can purchase items that arent available in your country or in your place.

7. It is cost effective. 

8. It can be a form of relaxation. Sometimes just browsing photos alleviate stress.

9. You can choose among the following mode of payments that are 100% safe and secured. 

10. Free shipping and combined shipping are accepted depending on the product listings. You can also enjoy items that are on sale, bid for it or just watch the item until you're finally decided to purchase it.

11. The excitement it brings the moment you receive your package. Your extreme curiosity on what the actual product looks like! (In my case I am smiling with glee from the moment I laid hands on the parcel. It is like Im opening another gift on Christmas Day, yes that kind of feeling! Haha!) :)

12. You can adjust your criteria to narrow down your search for the item that you want. Eg. Free shipping, price ranges, location, etc..etc..

Disadvantages: (not all of the following had occurred to me.)

1. Pictures are sometimes deceiving. (Seeing the dress elegantly worn by a model conviced you that it is worth your penny and there you are looking totally washed out the moment your in front of the mirror wearing the same dress.)

2. At times product description is inaccurate and or somewhat exaggerated. (Blame it to marketing strategies.)

3. Wrong items sent or item didn't arrived at your doorstep after the long agony of waiting.

4. Yes you bought it at a cheaper rate but the quality is a big disappointment.

5. Delivery of the Items might take longer than expected. (Especially if its purchased overseas, customs checking takes a while)

6. Shipping fee is a bit expensive on my part.

7. Product might arrive with damages that may be due to improper handling during the shipment process or the seller didn't consider packing your items carefully.

8. You just end up buying a fake or conterfeit item. (Dont just rely on the picture that was copied at google, ask for actual shots of the item, including tags, serial number and so forth)

9. You trusted a bogus seller. (it is necessary to buy at secure online shopping sites. Take time to read the sellers recent feedbacks, whether positive or negative. You will eventually realize the seller's weaknesses and strengths and then its up to you to decide.)

10. Product is unavailable or its already sold out. (It is important to ask the seller the availability of the product because there are times that the quantity of the items arent updated, or the seller might also be selling outside)

I know in every actions that we do there will be equivalent effects whether it is positive or negative. For me, if you're happy on what youre doing just keep it up. Make sure it wont affect anything that you value and care the most. Discipline and Self control are needed once you've been hooked by the influence of online shopping. If you consider yourself a mature individual in the world of technology, then give this experience a try. You'll never know whats in store for you! Til next time! 

Ciao! ❤❤❤💋

Puerto Princesa, Palawan Philippines

This is my first time to blog. I was having a hard time on what to post that can capture the interests of readers, and I came up with my unforgettable adventure trip and hopefully it will inspire you to visit this particular place in the Philippines soon.


Actually this trip happened a year ago of November. My mom booked our package tour at a particular agency two months earlier. Since we live in Tarlac City, Diosdado Macapagal International Airport is a better choice for us instead of NAIA Terminal 1 since it is just 45 minutes drive and it isn't crowded unlike other domestic airports in Manila.  

I can't believe I am afraid of riding planes. I think this fact is a delayed realization for me. It wasn't my first time, but I don't know what gotten into me the moment I sat down my legs are shaking uncontrollably , and it grew worse when we took off and when we were about to land. I think it is because of fear and the very cold air conditioning inside AirPhil Express. My fault coz Im wearing something that looks like Im ready to hit the beach. 

This is me with my mom's friend from Australia, Tita Ivette at the waiting area in DMIA.

This is Puerto Princesa Airport with my little sister, my mom and her friend. Thank God I was able to capture a decent shot even if I am still suffering after shocks from my shaking syndrome inside the plane.

And so our itinerary started and this is our Day 1. We checked in at Corazon's Hotel and Inn located in the city proper. We started our city tour at exactly 1pm. These are some of our pictures.

Mitra's Ranch with the three of us.

Baker's Hill where you can eat and buy souvenirs as well.

Crocodile Farm

Day 2 is purely Island Hopping.Our guide debriefed us on the way that if we want to go snorkeling we can rent some snorkeling gears at a reliable shop where the gears are sterilized properly after use. You can also rent an underwater cover for your digital camera to capture pictures underwater. Sadly, if you're bringing your DSLR camera, you have to protect it from strong water waves that crashes the boat on the way, since the store doesn't have any cover protection for it.

I think we went to 3 or 4 islands that day. Our first stop is at Pambato Reef where we went snorkeling for the first time. There is a so called LULI Island meaning "lulubog lilitaw", it vanishes during high tide and appears on a low tide. Pandan Island is where we had our lunch prepared by our very kind tourist guide. 

The three of us yet again.

Underwater shots while snorkeling

A shot of me c/o our diving guide

With our snorkeling gears on

Me and Kaye at Pandan Island

Our lunch prep by our very kind tourist guide (delicious)

Day 3 is our last day and it is in the famous Underground River which was proclaimed as one of the 7 Wonders of the World. From City proper, we have to ride at least 2 and a half hour going to Sabang Station. After we arrived, our tour guide queued our trip, made us sign  a waiver for environmental purposes and get the number of our boat since we have to ride at least 45 minutes to reach the corner of the mountain where the underground river lies. There were a lot of tourists, both locals and foreigners waiting while others were buying souvenirs. The sea possesses big crashing waves that's why swimming is prohibited and for me that sight is frightening. The moment I sat down on the boat, I instantly felt sea sick. I harnessed myself snugly on my orange life vest and faced big crashes of waves that made me grip on the boat too tight that my hands turned white. By the way, while I was still on the boat I noticed a zip line stationed above the mountain that slides across the sea all the way down the station that we've been to, similar to Hanna's Resort Zip line in Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte. 

Stop over to take pictures along the way

Limestone formation

A decent shot of me

About to enter the cave

I can't seem to find the wooded sign board of PPUR so I settled with this tarpaulin instead

Plane ride bound HOME.. Do I look calm here? Hell no.

Touch down Clark. Empty airport.

So to sum it up, this trip is one unforgettable memory for me. I wasn't that adventurous, but I am open to new explorations and experiences ahead of me. Though I have a lot of fears, conquering them is one of my goal. Surely, Palawan got a special place in my heart. From virgin forests, good food, nice beaches although big crashing waves on boat rides frightens me a  lot, nice and kind people, cheap  souvenirs and a wonderful trip on a river underground exceeds the value of your money. So visit Palawan soon! I hope the next time I'll be there, I'm with my boyfriend and we will conquer Coron and El Nido, Palawan. ^.^

Ciao! <3