PHLPost launches “Stamps on Wheels” door-to-door service

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The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) launches its innovative “Stamps on Wheels”, a door-to-door delivery service for stamp collectors and enthusiasts who love to collect and use postage stamps for their mails.

By ordering online or through telephone, specially designated postmen or “wheel riders” will deliver these stamps and collect payments through Cash-on-Delivery (COD), a convenient method of payment upon receipt of items.

“Stamp collectors and those who are in their senior years find it difficult to travel or go out of their home to visit the post office during this pandemic period. We are offering this “special service” for the safety and convenience of our clients”, OIC, Assistant Postmaster General for Marketing Maximo Sta.Maria said.

He added, "PHLPost made stamp selling easier by regularly posting the updated listing on the quantity/availability of the stamps released for the information and appreciation of stamp collectors and philatelists.

Stamp collectors shall select items (stamps, philatelic goods) available on “The Stamp on Wheels” Facebook group page. The customer can also refer to the stamp release archive found on the PHLPost website (http://phlpost.gov.ph).

This program hopes to encourage stamp collectors to go back to their hobby now that they have time in their homes amid the threat of COVID-19.

The service is initially available in Metro Manila.

PHLPost continues to serve communities in the country by delivering mails and parcels while keeping its post offices safe for employees and the public.

6 Best Travel Tips To Make You World's Savviest Traveler

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Travel has its unique essence, which every human soul craves. We all have that quest to visit the glittering cities and ancient monuments. But that exemplary delight can be ruined if you haven't done some pre-anticipated preparation. Whether you are an experienced traveler or an amateur one, you have equal chances of facing unprecedented situations. So, you have to be prepared in advance to deal with them.

Here in this article, I have mentioned a few tips that will help you cope with sudden plight.

Always keep a portable charger

Your mobile phone holds substantial importance during your foreign trip. From google translator to google map, every travel-friendly application is within it. You don't want to be lost in a crowded or deserted area with your phone battery dead. To avoid such a disastrous situation, you can buy some portable chargers. The best approach is to buy a solar charger. The portable solar charger uses solar energy to charge devices and batteries. Also, you can carry it along with you and roam around the streets with it using it at the time of need.

Buy high-quality lanyards

You don't want to stroll through a populous or magnificent city and come across some suspicious cops. They are going to demand your passport, so you have to rummage through your backpack or pockets nervously, and there are high chances that you won't find it in time. That is why I recommend having a lanyard and keeping your passport around your neck and hidden in your shirt. This way, you can provide it anytime it is required. With a lanyard, you can easily keep your hired car keys and your hotel room card within arms reach. If you don't want your lanyard to be pried open at any instant, I recommend that you opt for a high-quality lanyard from 4inlanyards.


Opt for travel insurance

Imagine being encountered with an accident during your travel; thus, your travel budget will be consumed in it. To cope with such situations, you can opt for some credible travel insurance. Besides medical emergencies, travel insurance covers all sorts of other unprecedented situations that you may face during travel. Proper travel insurance covers trip cancellations, medical emergencies, trip interruptions, delays, medical evacuations, and damaged, lost, and stolen luggage. So, insurance is the best way to deal with unfortunate happenings without straining your travel budget.


Download some travel-friendly apps

A lot of savvy apps are being introduced by developers keeping travel plights in mind. You have to make sure that you download them before your trip. Google maps and translators are the most popular among them. Google Maps is the most commonly used app around the world. With this marvelous app, you can track the places you want to visit and your location in a foreign land. Also, you can get to know other attractions that are surrounding your destination.

With google translator, you can interact with locals in your mother language as the app plays the role of an efficient translator.


Keep an extra credit card

A disaster can happen at any moment. There are higher chances of being robbed in a foreign land, especially if you are a lonely traveler. So, you have to prepare yourself for every situation in advance. Take an extra credit card along with you and keep it in your hotel room while you are on your voyage of discovering the new land. This way, even if you lose your car, you don't have to be stuck in a remote area devoid of money.

Also, I would recommend that you ought to be diligent in your choice of cards. For travel, you should go for a credit card or an ATM card which does not charge a foreign transaction fee. In this way, you can be frugal and save your hard-earned money and add it to your travel expenditure.


Travel plan

The best way to enjoy your itinerary to the fullest is through pre-planning. It would be best to map out the essential attractions you wish to visit and some delicious meals you want to have in your plan. Having a plan is a good thing, but following it blindly is a fun-killing thing.

Meetings Made Easy with Sheraton Manila Bay’s “Suite Up! Meeting Package”

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Successful meetings meet unparalleled safety at Sheraton Manila Bay.

Take advantage of Sheraton Manila Bay’s Suite Up! Room Package in planning your next event. Sheraton Manila Bay promises to deliver not only tailor-made arrangements and amenities to meeting organizers and participants but also a truly convenient and safe meeting experience.

Book our fully-furnished Executive Suite with rates starting at Php 25,000 net or our Presidential Suite with rates starting at Php 35,000 net. Both suites boast of a stunning vista of Manila’s bustling city skyline perfectly framed on dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows and are equipped with high-speed internet access.

The Suite Up! “experience” includes an energizing coffee break and working lunch prepared by our culinary team, a dedicated events planner to provide seamless meeting coordination, and access to cutting edge AV facilities including complementary use of built-in LED TV for AV presentation, complimentary projector and portable white screen (upon request), free-flowing water, coffee and tea setup, video conferencing facility (subject to additional charge), and standard meeting stationaries.

The expansive 178sqm Presidential Suite has a grand double-door entrance that opens up to an elegant suite featuring a lavish two-bedroom, marble en suite bathroom fitted with a luxurious Jacuzzi, kitchenette, powder room, an executive area. Moreover, this penthouse haven is complemented with state-of-the-art conveniences such as 65” Samsung Smart TV, touch switch dimmer, SteamistTM, full body massage and rain shower, bathroom television, walk-in closet, vanity mirror with light adjustment, and kitchenette with electric stove, refrigerator, microwave oven, and coffee and tea making facilities. Likewise exuding elegance, the spacious 126sqm Executive Suite features contemporary interior, an ensuite bathroom with premium amenities, a well-equipped kitchenette as well as separate living and dining areas.

We further level up the ante with enhanced cleanliness and safety protocols to ensure the health, wellness, and safety of organizers and delegates. Our Commitment to Clean provides a safe and comfortable environment during your stay through implementation of enhanced cleaning practices on all public spaces and guest rooms including temperature screening on all entry ports, enhanced cleaning procedures on both public areas and guestrooms, disinfection of high-traffic areas, sanitation amenities, implementation of social distancing measures, installation of protective barriers, and contactless food options. All associates are also geared with Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) in accordance to local government regulations. Stay-in delegates may also enjoy touchless transactions and services through Marriott Bonvoy app such as Mobile Key, Mobile Dining, eFolio delivery and Mobile Requests.

For reservation, please call +632 5318 0788 or email reservations.manilabay@sheraton.com.


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