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Songdowon is one of the Korean restaurants in Metro Manila that serve premium meat and good service. Let me prove to you, why!
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| Inside Songdowon |
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅ Different Korean food and dishes
✅ Korean grill (samgyupsal) and side dishes
✅ Premium meat
✅ They also serve seafood
✅ Complimentary iced coffee or tea
✅ You will see many Koreans dining here!
Although, they don't have UNLI SAMGYUPSAL like others offer, their patrons are keep coming back because of the quality of their food and their service. Their staff are very attentive and proactive.
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| Songdowon Samgyupsal |
KUDOS!
- You can ask their staff to grill for you or you can do it yourself. One of their staff grilled our meat for us.
- They are OPEN 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK! Yes, something that you can take advantage of whenever you are craving for Korean food! haha
- The area at H. K. Sun Plaza has a plenty of parking area.
- You can contact them for reservation. [ SEE CONTACT DETAILS BELOW ]
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| Songdowon Premium Meat |
HOW TO GET TO SONGDOWON
Their first branch in Pasay is located at H. K. Sun Plaza where you can see a lot of Korean establishments. We went their using Grab so I don't know if there's a jeepney or any PUV passing by in the area.You can use Waze or Google Maps for directions.
Business Hours: 24 hours 7 days a week
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OTHER KOREAN GRILL RESTAURANT TO TRY, TOO
You can check my list of 10 Korean BBQ Restaurants in Metro Manila or you check one of the following:
- QC EATS: Songdowon Korean Restaurant and their Premium Grill Meat
- ROMANTIC BABOY: home to first cheesy samgyupsal in the Philippines
- FANTASTIC CHEF: Unlimited Korean Grill BBQ for only P499!
- Muhan Unlimited Samgyupsal and Shabu Shabu Experience
- Ms. Anne Korean Healthy Food - a 24-hour sky lounge in Taguig
- QC EATS: Songdowon Korean Restaurant and their Premium Grill Meat
- ROMANTIC BABOY: home to first cheesy samgyupsal in the Philippines
- FANTASTIC CHEF: Unlimited Korean Grill BBQ for only P499!
- Muhan Unlimited Samgyupsal and Shabu Shabu Experience
- Ms. Anne Korean Healthy Food - a 24-hour sky lounge in Taguig
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How to Get a Japan Visa in Less Than 5 Days for Only 800 Pesos? Know it here!
I’ve been to 14 European countries and almost all Southeast Asian countries, and I will tell you that Japan is a country you should visit. Heck, I’d even choose Japan over Paris anytime. Going to Japan is surreal—as if you’re in a different Universe. It’s clean, people are nice, and I like that everywhere is so organized.
I’m also happy that getting a Tourist Visa to Japan was the cheapest compared to my experience in getting a visa to United States and to Europe. I only paid PHP 800 and got my visa within 3 business days!
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How to get a Japan visa for Philippine Passport Holders?
STEP 1: KNOW THE TYPE OF VISA YOU WILL BE NEEDING
Each country offers different types of visas: tourist visa, medical visa, spouse visa, work visa, etc. For this blog post, I’m going to teach you how to get a Tourist Visa for Japan. If you need help and information on any other type, please refer to the Japanese Embassy website here.
STEP 2: CHECK THE REQUIREMENTS FOR YOUR TOURIST VISA
Under tourist visa, you can check the requirements if you’ll be visiting Japan using your own money or if you will be visiting Japan with a sponsor. Here are the requirements:
Japan Tourist Visa without a sponsor
1. Passport. Valid for another 6 months and must have 2 blank pages. If you haven't got one, read my Philippine Passport Application Guide.
2. Visa application form. Download it from the Japanese Embassy here.
Optional: you can get a Japan Tourist Visa with the help of iVisa!
3. Photo.
- Specs: 4.5cm x 4.5cm, with white background.
- Photo must be taken within 6 months.
- Please write applicant’s name and birthdate on back side of the photo.
- Photo must be pasted on the application form.
- Must be issued by NSO within one year from visa application
- If the birth certificate is “late registration”, please submit in addition, a baptismal certificate and school record (Form 137) from high school or elementary and School Yearbook (if possible).
- If there is no record in PSA, please submit a “Certificate of Non-Record” from PSA together with a birth certificate from the Local Civil Registrar.
5. Marriage certificate. If the applicant is married.
- Must be issued by NSO within one year from visa application
6. Daily schedule/itinerary in Japan. Must be detailed day-by-day.
- They have the template on the Japan Embassy site.
7. Bank certificate. Valid three months from the issue date.
- You can request this from your bank. Bank certificate shows the balance on your account with the creation date of you card and signed by the bank’s manager.
8. ITR/Form 2316. Clear photocopy.
- You can request the latest copy of this to your company’s HR.
- If you do not have an ITR because you’re self-employed or for other reasons, feel free to include a letter addressed to the Japanese Embassy stating your reasons.
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Klook.comJapan Tourist Visa with a sponsor who lives in the Philippines
9. Guarantee letter from your sponsor
- Have your sponsor fill out a guarantee form that you can find on their site.
10. Sponsor’s passport
Japan Tourist Visa with a sponsor who lives in Japan
11. Sponsor’s residence certificate. This is also called Juminhyo.
- Must be issued within the past 3 months
- Must include all family members
12. Sponsor’s proof of income
- Income Certificate (Shotoku Shomeisho) from City Hall
- Tax Return Certificates with Gross Income (Nouzeishomeisho: form2) from tax office
- KAKUTEISHINKOKUSHO HIKAE or Bank Certificate (YOKIN ZANDAKA SHOMEISHO)
- – Must be issued within 3 months. Submission of Withholding Slip (GENSENCHOSHUHYO) in lieu of the proof of income is unacceptable. Please note that tax certificates must indicate the gross income amount
- – Guarantor’s Income credential etc. is important in measuring the guarantor’s capability, therefore, submission of more than one document is allowed.
STEP 3: CHOOSE A TRAVEL AGENCY
Unlike US Visa and Schengen Visa where you lodge your application in the Embassy itself, Japan Visa application needs to be submitted at an accredited travel agency. There will be no interviews. You just need to submit your requirements, pay the fee, and wait for the result. The fee ranges from P800-P1800 depending on the agency.
I chose the Discovery Tour, the cheapest travel agency that can process your Japan Visa Application. It only costs P800 and is near my place.
REMEMBER: No matter what agency you choose would not matter if you will be approved or not. They’re just a liaison between the applicant and the Japan Embassy. Meaning, they’re just organizing and submitting your requirements to the Embassy. So just choose the cheapest one or the one that is nearest your place.
STEP 4: HOPE FOR THE BEST AND WAIT FOR THE RESULT
Once you submitted the requirements, the agency will then submit it to Japan Embassy. They have no control when it will be released but normally, it should be released within 2-5 days.
I applied on October 1, 2016 (Saturday) and got the visa by October 4, 2016 (Tuesday). I was very happy receiving my visa! True enough, applying for Japan visa is very easy just as long as you’ll have the requirements.
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FAQs on applying for a Japan Visa
When should I apply for a Japan visa?
Like most visa application, you should apply 3 months before your intended departure. Meaning, if you plan to go to Japan by November 18, the earliest you should apply is around August 18.
Do I already need to book a flight and hotel before applying?
No. I did not book a flight before I applied but I already reserved a room via Booking.com and presented the reservation confirmation to the agency.
How long can I stay in Japan with a tourist visa?
If granted a Single Entry Visa, you can stay in Japan for a maximum of 15 days. If fortunate enough to be granted a Multiple Entry Visa, you can stay for up to 30 days.
How much money should I have in my bank account?
Unlike Schengen visa, Japan does not provide information on how much you should have in your bank account. For me, it’s all a matter of knowing if you can afford travelling with your money. P80,000 is good if you’re going to Japan for a week. A friend of mine stayed in Japan for 15 days and only showed P100,000, yet she was still accepted. I think that anything less than P40,000 will be risky. Rule of thumb for me is multiply the number of days you’ll be staying by P10,000.
Ex. 7 days of stay x P10,000 = P70,000 on your bank account
I am an employee and I’d like to submit my Certificate of Employment. It’s not required but can I submit it?
Yes, you can submit as many documents as you like even if it’s not required by the Embassy. If you feel like it would prove that you won’t be a TNT in Japan, go submit it. I submitted my COE and Leave of Absence so that I can prove that I have a work here and my employers know about my vacation.
I am a freelancer and I don’t have an ITR. Can I still apply?
Yes. A friend of mine was a freelancer and she didn’t have an ITR yet she was still approved. What she did was she included a letter addressed to the Japan Embassy the reason why she couldn’t provide an ITR. She got approved. So if you don’t have an ITR, just let the Embassy know why.
What if my visa got denied? What can I do?
To tell you the truth, I don’t know anyone who has applied for a Japan visa and got denied. In the unfortunate case that you were denied, you can reapply again after 6 months. Make sure that this time, you have a complete document and proof of rootedness.
I haven’t received my visa in a week. What can I do?
Call your agency if you haven’t received your visa in one week. However, if the agency said that your passport it’s still not yet returned to them, you just have to wait as the agency can only do so much.
Acknowledgement: This is a contributed guide by Jacklynne Lambino
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Here we list the 11 reasons why you should travel with your partner/wife/husband:
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1. It's Cheaper.
Share on boat rent, share on food, share on soap and toothpaste. There are many fixed costs that can be divided into two.2. Quality Time.
The RD is different, the home or office is far apart. Travel together all the time. Spend time for each other like you are the only persons in the world.3. Less worry.
When you travel alone, you always have that worry that you need to report to your girlfriend or boyfriend like she or he is your parent. Traveling together means you don't have to do that anymore. You don't use phone that much because you have each other.4. Teamwork.
Two heads are better than one. One can look for the cheapest flights or accommodation while the other can do good itinerary!5. Companion.
Pag may nakita kang sobrang amazing, di ka mahihiyang mapa "wow!" ng malakas. O may sisisihin ka pag naligaw kayo.6. Libreng photographer.
Wag na pagtalunan kung sino mas magaling kumuha. Ang mahalaga no need i-set ang timer at di na kakabahan na biglang may dumagit ng camera mo habang nagpipicture ka.7. Getting to know each other.
Madali ba uminit ang ulo nya pag may unawanted na pangyayari? O madiskarte ba sya sa maraming bagay? Dito mo malalaman yun.8. Create unforgettable moments.
Good (or bad) lifetime memories. Ayan talaga ang binabayaran sa pagtravel. Pag matanda na kayo, marami kayong babalikang at unli kwento sa mga anak at apo nyo.9. No dull moments.
Pwede kayo magusap ng seryosong magiging plans nyo for the future. Or magusap ng sobrang babaw katulad ng bakit ang mongo ang ulam pag Friday. The topic is endless.10. Money matters.
Malaking part ng travel ang budgeting. Makikilala mo kung disciplined ba sya magspend ng pera o kung may control issues ba.11. The couple that travels together, stays together.
Each travel is different. And the more you travel with your partner, the stronger the intimacy and bond is.Are we missing something? Comment your thoughts below!
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Klook.comROMANTIC ACTIVITIES TO DO FOR COUPLES
Here's a list of things you can enjoy as couples in Metro Manila and nearby places:
- Go on a date at a roofdeck restaurant/bar/cafe
- Watch sunset at Manila Bay
- Explore Arroceros Forest Park together
- Go on a food crawl in Binondo
- Have fun at Star City's amusement rides
- Mural and art installation hunting in BGC
- Visit the replica of Venice Grand Canal in Taguig
- Food trip at Taguig's floating restaurant
- Go on a walk tour around Pasig city's historical places
- Go on a water spa
- Take her to an Instagrammable cafe in Rizal
- Relax at Luljetta's Hanging Gardens and Spa
- Go to a romantic art gallery in Antipolo
- Go on a kawa bath in Rizal or Tagaytay
- Find the best bulalo in Tagaytay together
- How about an overlooking Starbucks in Tagaytay?
- Go for a vacation at Pico de Loro Beach and Country Club
- Go visit the tourist spots in Baguio
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BEST TRAVEL DESTINATIONS FOR COUPLES
Here are some of the best tourist destinations for lovers:
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- EL NIDO 4D3N ITINERARY GUIDE: Island Tours, Things To Do, Where To Eat And Where To Stay
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- BATANGAS: Casa Amara, a relaxing vacation house in San Juan
- ROAD TRIP: 5 summer destinations (MUST VISIT) near Metro Manila
- Top 20 Best Things to Do in The Philippines
- 20+ TAGAYTAY TOURIST SPOTS: Must-Visit Places & Things to do
- LAGUNA: 20+ Pansol Hot Spring Resorts in Calamba City (Public and Private)
- 5 places to NOT SKIP in Sorsogon (and things to do!)
- 5 IG-worthy accommodation you should book for your next Tagaytay Staycation
- RIZAL PROVINCE: Top 10 Best Things (YOU SHOULDN'T MISS) To Do in Antipolo
- TAGAYTAY STAYCATION: 5 Hotels with breathtaking view of Taal Lake and Volcano
- TRAVEL GOAL: Visit the 5 Bali-Inspired Resorts in the Philippines
- CALERUEGA CHURCH: Visiting Guide to Transfiguration Chapel and Retreat House (Activities + Wedding Rates)
- STILTS CALATAGAN: Floating Resort in Batangas (Day Tour and Room Rates)
- TRAVEL INSPIRATION: 10 Underrated Places In Europe Where Locals Don't Want Tourists To Spoil
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Are you a Filipino with a Philippine Passport? If YES, did you know that you can travel around these 66 Visa-free countries?
This list is based on the Henley & Partners Passport Index is ranking countries around the world based on the freedom to travel of its citizens or passport holders. It is made possible through the collaboration of International Air Transport Association.
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WHAT IS A VISA
It is a very essential authorization which allows you to cross the border of a country usually stamped into your passport. Oftentimes, it takes time applying for a visa in the country’s embassy and you’ll be asked to submit several documents before your application can be processed without any assurance that you’ll be granted a visa. And it’s heart breaking if you are denied.
See my visa guides here.
However, there are other countries that requires no visa or you can easily get one upon arrival at the country’s airport, seaport or point of entry. If you can afford, you should not limit yourself from exploring other countries, too. Get to experience their culture, tasted their cuisines, see beautiful sights and a whole lot more.
So these are the countries that won’t require you to get a visa to enter their territory (visa-free) or you are required to get one but only upon your arrival at their airport which is a lot easier than the pre-application when you are still in the Philippines.
If you are a foreigner who's looking to visit the Philippines, read my COMPLETE GUIDE FOR PHILIPPINE VISA: How to Apply, Requirements, List of Countries
List of 66 Visa-Free Countries for Filipinos in 2018
19 Visa-FREE Countries in Asia
Brunei Darussalam – 14 days
Cambodia – 15 days
Hong Kong – 14 days
Indonesia – 30 days
Kyrgyzstan – 30 days (visa on arrival)
Laos – 30 days
Macau – 30 days
Malaysia – 30 days
Maldives – 30 days (visa on arrival)
Mongolia – 21 days
Myanmar – 14 days
Nepal – 90 days (visa on arrival)
Singapore – 30 days
Sri Lanka – 30 days (visa on arrival)
Taiwan – Until July 31, 2018
Tajikistan – (visa on arrival)
Thailand – 30 days
Timor-Leste – 30 days (visa on arrival)
Vietnam – 21 days
20 Visa-FREE Countries in Africa
Benin – (visa on arrival)
Cape Verde – (visa on arrival)
Comoros – 45 days (visa on arrival)
Ivory Coast – 90 days
Djibouti – (visa on arrival)
Gambia – 90 days
Guinea-Bissau – 90 days (visa on arrival)
Kenya – 3 months (visa on arrival)
Madagascar – 30 days (visa on arrival)
Malawi – 30 days (visa on arrival)
Mauritania – (visa on arrival)
Mauritius – 60 days (visa on arrival)
Morocco – 90 days
Mozambique – 30 days (visa on arrival)
Rwanda – 90 days
Seychelles – 3 months (visa on arrival)
Somalia – 30 days (visa on arrival)
Tanzania – (visa on arrival)
Togo – 7 days (visa on arrival)
Uganda – (visa on arrival)
10 Visa-FREE Countries in Oceania
Cook Islands
Fiji – 4 months
Marshall Islands – 90 days (visa on arrival)
Micronesia – 30 days
Niue – 30 days
Palau Islands – 30 days (visa on arrival)
Papua New Guinea – 60 days (visa on arrival)
Samoa – 60 days (visa on arrival)
Tuvalu – 30 days (visa on arrival)
Vanuatu – 30 days
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Klook.com5 Visa-FREE Countries in Caribbean
Dominica – 21 days
Haiti – 90 days
St. Lucia – 6 weeks (visa on arrival)
St. Vincent and the Grenadines – 30 days
Trinidad & Tobago – 30 days (visa on arrival)
8 Visa-FREE Countries in South America
Bolivia – 90 days
Brazil – 90 days
Colombia – 90 days
Costa Rica – 30 days
Ecuador – 90 days
Nicaragua – 90 days (visa on arrival)
Peru – 183 days
Suriname – 90 days
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4 Visa-FREE Countries in Middle East
Armenia – 120 days (visa on arrival)
Iran – 30 days (visa on arrival)
Israel – 90 days
Palestinian Territories
So that's the list of 66 Visa-Free Countries For Philippine Passport Holders. Plan ahead with your travel abroad and share this helpful info with your friends and travel buddies!
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