mous spots like Palace in the Sky and the famous Taal Volcano
Have a picnic-for-two at Tagaytay’s Picnic
Grove while waiting for the sunset
Coffee lovers can enjoy a caffeine indulgence
at Bag of Beans store
Experience the romantic adventure at
Tagay- tay Ridge zipline and cable car Links:
www.tagaytay.com
www.tagaytayzipline.com
http://www.pinoytravelblog.com/
roadtrip/22/overnight-options-tagaytay 2) Baguio
Stroll all around Baguio and visit their
vari-
ous parks
Take a romantic boat ride at Burnham park
Enjoy picking strawberries at La Trinidad
Strawberry farm
Experience a lovely dinner for two at a cozy
restaurant along Session Road
Make a wish a you climb the 252 steps of
Lourdes grotto Links:
www.baguio.gov.ph www.gobaguio.com
http://www.baguiodirectory.com 3) Batangas
Go to their wide array of beaches and enjoy
a breath taking sunset while holding hands along the sea shore
Visit historical sites like the shrine of
Gen-
eral Miguel Malvar in Sto. Tomas Batan-gas, and Jose P. Laurel memorial library in Tanauan City
For those adventurous couple, take a hiking
trip at Mt. Makulot and enjoy the breathtak-ing view of the surroundbreathtak-ing towns
Take a glimpse of the South China Sea
through the Punta de Santiago Lighthouse in Calatagan Batangas
Links:
http://www.batangas-philippines.com/
things-to-do.html
www.batangascity.gov.ph 4) Subic
Be one with nature when you go trekking
down the Pamulaklakin forest trail and learn jungle survival 101 from the local settlers called aetas
Experience the thrill and excitement of being
in close contact with tigers at zoobic safari Go to Ocean Adventure theme park and
observe the marine life as you watch the dolphin and sea lion shows, and maybe even get to swim with their dolphins
Indulge yourself with imported goods when
you visit their Duty Free center Links:
www.subic.com
http://www.visitsubic.com 5) Laguna
Relax and rejuvenate with your partner at
Pansol Laguna’s famous hot spring resorts Go on a road trip and scout for the local food
specialties such as: Buko Pie from Los Banos, and Monay bread from Bay Laguna
Visit the house of our national hero Jose
Rizal at Calamba Laguna
Spoil the kid in you by spending a day at
Enchanted Kingdom Theme Park in Sta.
Rosa Laguna Links:
http://www.lagunatourism.com.ph http://tourism-philippines.com/laguna www.laguna-hotspring.com
HONEYMOON DESTINATIONS FOR EVERY FILIPINA BRIDESONALITY:
Aside from random tips and advices on how you can have a memorable honeymoon that works well with your budget, I’ve also compiled here a random list of honeymoon destinations (5 for each bridesonality).
Each couple has unique personalities and likings, and it is now up to you to determine how you can make it memorable. Remember that beautiful and unforgettable memories are priceless and are worth the effort.
The Penny-Wise Bride – “I only have a limited budget but I hope I could still find a great honeymoon destination for me and my partner.”
Baguio City at twilight
1) Boracay’s White Sand Beaches
Create a replica of your dream house, or
better yet castle, with Boracay’s white sandGo swimming and snorkeling in their
crystal clear water
Shed off some extra pounds as you play
Frisbee or beach volleyball
Have a romantic underwater walk with
the sea creatures as you go reef walking Relax those tired muscles with a
mas- sage or spa service while watching the sunset
Links:
http://www.boracayisland.org/
http://www.myboracayguide.com http://www.boracayph.com
2) Bohol’s Chocolate Hills
Witness the majestic view of the
infa-
mous chocolate hills
Get up close and personal with the
charming tarsiers
Have lunch at a floating boat while
tra- versing the Loboc River
Visit the Baclayon church and take a
glimpse of the Hispanic-Christian era Frolic under the sun with their selection
of beach resorts
Links:
www.bohol.ph www.bohol.gov.ph 3) Ilocos Norte
Travel back in time with Vigan’s array
of antique Spanish architecture
Visit one of the most beautiful churches
in the Philippines, the Paoay Church Go to Batac and take a look at the
Mar-
cos Mansion and Mausoleum where lies the glass- encased, embalmed body of one of the most controversial presidents in Philippine History, Ferdinand Marcos Take lots of pictures along the stretch
of Bangui Bay where you will see the gigantic wind turbines of the first wind farm in South East Asia
Enjoy swimming at the little lagoons of
Currimao where you will also see their famous rock formations
Links:
http://tourism-philippines.com/ilocos-norte
http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/
Asia/Philippines/Province_of_Ilocos_
Norte/Things_To_Do-Province_of_Ilo-cos_Norte-BR-1.html
4) Palawan
Go snorkeling at Honda bay, which
prides itself of its rich marine life
If you’re up for adventure, go kayaking
with your spouse and enjoy a day under the sun and sea breeze
Go island hopping to Palawan’s
beauti-
ful islands and have a taste of paradise Visit the crocodile farm and Mitra’s
ranch as you tour around the city of Puerto Princesa
Links:
http://www.palawan.com http://www.palawantrips.com 5) Sagada
Experience riding on top of a jeepney on
your way to Sagada
Have a healthy date and try out their
fresh yoghurt at yoghurt house
Go trekking to Bomod-ok falls and pass
through the beautiful rice terraces Familiarize yourself with pottery
crafts-
manship at their Pottery workshop Enjoy the laid-back atmosphere that will
surely give you the tranquility to calm your senses
Links:
http://www.travel-philippines.com/
locations/central-luzon/4-sagada.htm www.visitsagada.com
The Value-for-Money Bride – “I have enough budget and I want to get the best value for our honeymoon.”
Bangui Windmills, Bangui, Ilocos Norte
1) Amanpulo
Enjoy the powder white beaches with
the promise of exclusivity
Learn windsurfing with their top-of
–the-line equipment and gentle beach waves perfect for an outdoor adven-tureGo bottom fishing for snappers and
groupers at Amanpulo’s fishing spots Pamper yourself with a luxurious spa
in the privacy of your own casita Explore the beauty of Pamalican
is- land in a romantic moonlight cruise
Links:
http://www.amanresorts.com/aman-pulo/home.aspx
2) Bella Roca
Experience a Mediterranean ambience
at the heart of the Philippines with their greek-inspired architectural de-signReserve a private dinner at the tea
room while waiting for the sun to set An early morning breakfast treat at
the terrace area is also a good way to start a romantic date with your spouse Go kayaking around the island of
Bel-
larocca and take as much picture with the island’s spectacular view on the background
Links:
http://www.bellaroccaresorts.
com/?file=kop1.php
3) Hongkong
Shop in hongkong-style as you scout
for the best finds for you and your spouse with their three interconnected malls in Kowloon
Go to the largest entertainment
com-
plex and themepark in Hongkong
- the Ocean Park where you will experience riding a cable car on the way there and see the world’s largest aquarium reef
Opt for an evening stroll in the
ro- mantic Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade in Kowloon
Visit the Lantau island to see the giant
Buddha on the mountain and experi-ence a picturesque cable car ride Links:
www.discoverhongkong.com http://www.lonelyplanet.com/chi-na/hong-kong
4) Disney European Cruise
Take a tour of Europe the Disney way
Reminisce your childhood days while
watching high caliber Disney live-shows in their Walt Disney theater, while on-board
Visit the different Disney locations
and enjoy the fun and thrilling rides Enjoy shopping at their various shops
while sailing with Disney cruise line
Links:
http://disneycruise.disney.go.com 5) Asian Cruise
Explore the beauty of Asia as you get
on-board for an Asian cruise Participate in their evening dance
classes and learn a step or two
Enjoy the theme night parties that the
cruise staff prepares for everyone on-board
Satisfy your gastronomic cravings
with their various top-of-the-line cui-sines
Links:
http://www.starcruises.com
The Splurge-on-the-best Bride - “I have plenty of budget to work with and I want to have the best and most memorable honeymoon one can have.”
Reminder: If you are planning to take an out-of-the-country honeymoon don’t forget to secure and arrange all the necessary documents like passport & visa to avoid any hassle
Organize Legal Matters
This is the most important thing that should be first on your checklist. Organizing legal matters after the wedding will include:
Getting a copy of the marriage license
You’re going to need this especially if you’re going to update all other important documents for the name change. Usually, a duplicate copy is given to the couple after the ceremony but you can also go to the NSO to obtain a copy.
There are four ways to get a copy from the National Statistics Office:
In Person.
1. Go to your nearest Census Serbilis Centers. In Metro Manila there are six of these which are found in NSO East Ave. in Quezon City, Makati City, Pasay City, Caloocan City, Muntinlupa City, and Pasig City.
By Postal Service System.
2. You can request
a copy of your marriage license through couriers like LBC, or ask your local travel agency if they can get the copy for you, though this may be a little more expensive.
Through Teleserv.
3. In partnership with
Pilipinas Teleserv, Inc., a call center based service designed to provide convenience to customers built by the government, you may now ask for a copy of various documents such as birth, marriage and death certificates, and passports through this hotline by contacting (02) 737-1111 for NSO Documents Delivery, and (02) 737-1000 for the DFA Passport Appointment System.
Through the web.
4. Recent developments have
made it possible for us to obtain copies of legal documents through the internet in NSO’s E-Census website (http://www.e-census.com.ph).
In getting a copy you have to provide the following:
Complete name of your husband -
Complete name of your wife -
Date of marriage -
Place of marriage -
Complete name and address of the -
You can also check the NSO website (http://www.
census.gov.ph) for payment details and other concerns.
Update your SSS
To update your SSS status you may need to go to your nearest SSS office. Changes in the member’s record should immediately be reported by accomplishing the SSS Form E-4 or the Member’s Data Amendment. You’ll need to provide a certified true copy of your marriage certificate for the change of civil status.
From the SSS Website:
In the absence of the above-mentioned documents, submit a Certificate of Loss or Non-availability of the documents from the Local Civil Registrar of the place where the member was baptized and any two (2) of the following secondary documents, one of which with recent photo and date of birth, are acceptable:
Record of Employment
•
GSIS member’s Record
•
Certificate from the National Archives
•
Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR)
•
Birth Certificate of Children
•
Certificate of Naturalization issued by the
•
Bureau of Immigration Marriage Contract
•
Driver’s License issued by LTO
•
School records
•
Voter’s ID Card or Affidavit duly authenticated
•
Permit to carry firearms issued by the Fire &
•
Explosives Unit, Camp Crame
Certification from the Office of the Cultural
•
Minorities (Aetas, Negritoes, Mangyans, Manobos, Etc.)
For Muslim members, a certificate form the Sharia Court should always be attached to the supporting documents for the following member’s data change requests:
marriage certificate for change of civil status;
1. certificate of divorce for divorce 2. certificate of conversion for conversion 3.
The original or certified true copies of the documents should be represented to the SSS for authentication purposes.
Update your Driver’s License
Your Driver’s License is one of the documents that needed to be changed. To report the change in your marital status, proceed to the Customer Service Counter of a Land Transportation Office (LTO) branch near you and secure a Driver’s License Application Form. Upon accomplishing the form you will need to present your:
Current/Expired Driver’s License -
Copy of your Marriage Contract -
TIN (Tax Identification Number) -
The Driver’s License Application Form maybe downloaded online at the LTO website (http://
www.lto.gov.ph), as well as payment details and other concerns.
Update your BIR Records
Updating your BIR Records is another important
thing that you need to do after the wedding. To do this you may need to fill up a BIR Form 2305 which can be downloaded online or acquired from an RDO (Regional District Office) near you. This form may also be available in your office, ask your HRD for the details.
After filling out the form, attach a copy of your Marriage Contract and pass it on the RDO.
Changes will be made accordingly.
Update your NBI Clearance
An NBI Clearance is needed for your passport renewal. NBI Clearance renewal is easily done by going to your nearest NBI Clearance Satellite Branch. You may need to bring a Valid ID and payment of 165Php for Change of Name.
Update your Company Documents
Ask your HRD and the Accounting department regarding the details that you have to change and update for their records.
Update your Passport
Your current passport, which bears your maiden name, can still be used until it expires. In updating your passport (changing your name and marital status) set an appointment with the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) through phone or in their website for passport renewal.
You may need your Marriage Certificate (on NSO security paper) among the other IDs and documents needed.
Log on to: http://www.telephoneexpresspassport.
com/ for details and other concerns.
Bank Accounts and Credit Cards
Go to your branch and inquire about the
requirements, details and process in updating your accounts. This is crucial especially if you constantly make bank transactions. Do this soon after the wedding.
Your Signature
This may not be too much important, but if you wish to include your new last name in your signature you should also do this upon updating your records. Changing your signature isn’t really required because this isn’t really required by the law. Your signature is your personal thumb mark and you may or may not change it according to your will.