Casino Royale Bloggers Event at Resorts World
Posted by Rochelle Sy Chua On July 19, 2009
It was such an honor to be invited to the Casino Royale -themed bloggers event as we get to experience first hand the newest & exciting destination for play, Resorts World Manila last June 26, 2009.
- Play the Shopaholic – experience retail therapy at its finest in a sprawling shopping acropolis with 4 fabulous floors dedicated to a wide variety of the biggest names in fashion & chic luxury.
- Play the gourmet – taste the best of the world – from the colorful flavors of a continental buffet, the exotic cuisine of China, the epicurean delights of Korea & Japan, and the hearty delicacies of the West.
- Play the world traveller – Indulge in the splendid comforts of the vast 5-star Marriott Hotel or relax in the palatial pleasures of Maxims Hotel, the 1st luxury suites in the Philippines.
- Play the art lover – discover the heights of cultural & artistic expression in a colossal 1,300-seat multi-purpose theater showcasing the finest from ballet, opera, musicals, circus & concerts.
- Play the high roller – find your luck in the frenzy & excitement inside the most modern and luxurious gaming establishment in the Philippines with more than 1,000 slot machines & 300 gaming tables.
Sandbox Media Launch
Posted by Rochelle Sy Chua On July 19, 2009
I attended the Media Launch for My Sandbox at Bureau (located at A.Venue) last June 11, 2009. This was a star-studded event to celebrate the new service called sandbox. Hosted by famous DJs Mo Twister & Mojo Jojo, everyone was in awe watching how the organizers presented what sandbox is..
Sandbox (http://www.mysandbox.com) is a portal that brings content & services we love on the web together in one place. So it’s a one-stop shop on everything we love on the web 
Sandbox allows its users to integrate your desktop web browser with your mobile when you create your account, which means you can easily shop for tunes, games, movie-themed content & Sandbox conveniently sends it directly on your mobile.
Sandbox has 2 main components/content:
- User-Generated feature that includes Social Networking, Blogging, Photo Uploads, Video Uploads.
- Online Content Store where we can download music, movie wallpapers, games, clothes, accessories.
I specifically love this online content store, aside from offering music, movie wallpapers, it offers games like:
They showed it to us in style 
Another thing that I love in the online content store is Digisoria, the newest local online directory for internet merchants showcasing a wide collection of products & services. This includes Proud Mama Store, Jewelry by Ronald Mabanag, Y3L Handpainted Shoes, Core Tempo Shirts & Estrella Accessories which were shown via a mini fashion show.
This is definitely essential especially for Smart Mobile users. As soon as the program ended, I left the venue, too bad that I wasn’t able to claim the giveaway (skullcandy headset – 
& PCD VIP tickets).
bloggers (me wearing white)
More pictures can be found here.
VNC Bloggers Party
Posted by Rochelle Sy Chua On July 19, 2009
I attended the VNC Bloggers Party last June 6, 2009. Here, VNC introduced their company & products to us who blog about fashion & lifetyle.
VNC Manager talks about VNC, their history, products, etc
fashion bloggers (I’m the one in red)
VNC is a Malaysian brand that offers fun, fashionable & affordable shoes, bags & accessories. Being inspired in the makings of well-established designers, VNC offers their own take of high fashion wear from Chanel’s classic & innovative pieces to Emilio Pucci’s taste in geometric prints & kaleidoscopic colors.
I myself is a fan of this brand, I always make it a point to visit their store if I go to malls as I find it sooo uptodate and in trend.
2 Collections were also unveiled to us:
- VNC’s Spring 2009 Collection
- VNC’s Summer 2009 Collection
VNC is a major player in the fashion industry who has branches all over the world including Brunei, Malaysia, Oman, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Philippines, UAE, Thailand & Cambodia. In the Philippines, VNC started its first store in 2003 at Robinson’s Galleria. Now it has already expanded, it now has branches at Glorietta III, Robinson’s Manila, SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, Trinoma, Alabang Town Center, Shangri-La Mall, SM Annex & Eastwood Mall.
Be sure to check it out when you plan to go out and shop
NoBorders Tours Presents.. Great Davao Adventure
Posted by Rochelle Sy Chua On July 13, 2009
Wanna go to Davao and experience an adventure? Why not join the “Great Davao Adventure” organized by NoBorders Tours?
Friends of mine who are behind NoBorders Tours are organizing one on August 29-31, 2009. I might join this depending on my schedule. I believe this is a great opportunity to tour Davao especially for people who has not gone to Davao yet.
You’ll be able to go to places like:
- Eagle Park
- Eden Nature Park
- Camp Sabros
- Crocodile Farm
- Wild Water Rafting
- Pearl Farm
- City Tour
Meals, Accomodation & Transporation at Davao are already included in the package. Talk about value for money, all of those for only Php 8,700.00 (does not include airfare & zipline rides at camp sabros).
One thing about travel is you want to relax and you’ll definitely get this there as you are going to be guided by a local. You don’t need to worry about details, all you need is to fly to Davao & enjoy. They can also arrange your flight for you if you want And lastly, these guys are really adventurous, so if you want adventure, you won’t be disappointed with this group
If you want to join the tour on August 29-31, 2009. You can email NoBorders Tours at noborders.tours@gmail.com.
If you’re not available on August 29-31 and would want to experience Great Davao Adventure, this is possible, you just need to be at least 8 people and they can definitely accomodate.
See you in Davao!
Haircut at Essentuals Toni & Guy
Posted by Rochelle Sy Chua On July 13, 2009
I had my haircut for the 1st time at Essentuals Toni & Guy located at the 6750 Retail Arcade Building in Makati City last June 6, 2009 (right after I attended the Facebook EB vs Con-Ass).
As a background, I usually change my hairstyle every time my birthday or christmas is coming up. So I do this twice a year. For the past 2-3 years, what I did was just to curl my hair during May/June & straighten my hair during December 
I wanted something new for my birthday. I wanted DRASTIC change, I wanted to cut my hair real short. A look that people will definitely notice.
I mentioned this to “Aljheal” who is a senior stylist at Toni & Guy. He mentioned that short hair DOESN’T suit me but he’ll cut my hair to a style that will fit me. I trusted him and let him do his magic.
I was totally satisfied, I look better (I think! hahaha) and I felt that my hair has style compared to the dull long hair that I had before the cut was made. Aljheal also mentioned that I might want to have my hair digitally permed as it suits the haircut better. I told him I’ll think about it. Besides, it’s really not that cheap to have your hair done nowadays. He set my hair so I can see how it is if I curl it.
I definitely recommend Aljheal, I loved my haircut a whole lot. You can reach him via Toni & Guy at (02) 812-8559.
The haircut costs me Php750 then I gave Aljheal a Php100 tip and the girl who assisted him Php50. So all in all, I spent Php900.
I’m still thinking if I should go for the digital perm, I’ll do this at Tony & Jackey and this will cost me another Php3,000. I’m leaning towards doing this on December though. Let’s see 