Sen. Kiko Pangilinan will run as Leni Robredo's Vice President running mate

Wazzup Pilipinas!?

Senator Kiko Pangilinan has filed his COC for Vice President accompanied by his running mate, Presidential aspirant Leni Robredo who filed her COC for President yesterday.  

Pangilinan also signed the Comelec’s integrity pledge after filing his COC for VP. We also saw other candidates doing the same but how many of them are really with integrity?

Sa lahat ng nag file ng COC in general.... sana talaga nabasa nyo yang pinipirmahan nyong "Integrity Pledge". Just saying!

Pangilinan, a Liberal Party stalwart, was wearing a green shirt. Apparently, it is now his branding color.

Grabe yung sacrifice din ngayon ni Sen. kiko. He would've been a shoo in in the senate but he'll run as VP to help VP Leni. Secondary ang ambition and pride. Ang sincere na "para sa bayan"

Achievements and credentials of soon to be VP Kiko Pangilinan:

Kiko got emotional with his speech. You know this wasn't easy for him. He's still shaky and others will take that as a weakness but this man has been in public service for years! Plus he advocates for farmers, that alone is enough reason for me.

Kiko Pangilinan may not be compelling or visible enough, plus he carries the Liberal Party President stigma. But out of all who is gunning for the Vice President post, Kiko Pangilinan remains to be the most credible, most viable, and easily the best choice.

Among Atienza, Go, Ong, Sotto and Pangilinan, walang duda that the most qualified candidate to fill VP Leni's shoes in the OVP is Sen. Kiko Pangilinan.  

Choosing Kiko Pangilinan is a no-brainer. Kiko is the best and only choice.

Aside from his long government experience, Sotto has the Eat Bulaga army behind him. He may be more refined-looking, but he is a Duterte enabler and if you'll go review his history, he has many unflattering moments in his past.

Atienza was Former Environment Secretary of former President Gloria Macapagal Arroyi, and was known to be a mining investor concurrently. He was engaged in destruction of heritage sites and closures of parks. Against the RH Law, an enemy to the LGBTQIA, anti-divorce. He was also involved in plunder charges while he was mayor.

Willie Ong is a staunch supporter of Duterte. He has been supporting most of his policies. Known to include pseudo-science in most of his videos. No experience at all. A DDS through and through.

Now, we all know who the presidential Pambansang Alalay Bong Go is...and how he has been Duterte's sidekick since he was Davao mayor.

Sonny Trillanes could have been a choice for VP because he is highly qualified also, but he'll be hard to root for because, sa totoo lang,  napakatapang kasi ng personality niya. 

Both VP Leni Robredo and Sen. Kiko Pangilinan were among the thousands of students who joined the mass protests against the Marcos dictatorship.

VP Leni was an economics student in UP Diliman, while Sen. Kiko was a UP student leader.

Who would've thought that ~40 years later, VP Leni and Sen. Kiko would stand again, this time together and with the people, against Duterte's de facto martial law and a possible return of another Marcos to Malacañang.

The prospect of #LeniKiko2022 sounds nice. 

There is always room for improvement for both candidates but Leni is a tried and tested woman of action while Sen. Kiko is a levelheaded legislator and from what I can see, they have public service as top priority.

Also, despite the fact that they're just on their way to the top, they didn't hesitate to speak up and use their platforms well. At this moment, they have captured all the Filipinos' hearts. 

Being a public servant is not just about the money, the name, or the position; it's also about the people you meet along the way.

Make certain that you are a public servant since your WHYs are all important enough to be sacrificed. For the country, every sleep you sacrificed allows them to witness another day, for those who still need time to live their purpose, and for those who simply need to be treated with the dignity they deserve. Be in, and you'll be able to survive anything. All of your suffering and shaming from others will make sense once you understand why God has led you to this place. 

#LeniKiko2022 tandem is giving me Cosmo and Wanda realness yas fairy godparents. I wish for a better future for everyone here in the Philippines.

No whiff of corruption. Untainted names. God fearing leaders. I can see a more calm, dedicated, direct-to-the-point and committed servant-leaders in them.

If we want a decent leadership sa 2022, let us work for this two. Ipakilala pa natin sila sa tao. These two worked beyond the cameras. These two have great hearts.  

No to people na puro fake news, we stan and vote for these two people who would be great for our country.

VP Leni and Sen. Kiko's political colors is pink (and blue) and green.

I saw a TikTok post that says it seems we are winning because all we see online are streams of pink (and blue, green for Senator Kiko Pangilinan)—but that is just within our circle. 

When we see streams of these colors even beyond our screens, that's when we succeed. 

So let us spread the news to all our friends, family, relatives, neighbors, colleagues, and other acquaintances. 

And we don't just stop with informing—

we rally with and for her.

We use our voices, forces, our sources, our energy.

We go out and register and vote.

We relentlessly fight the hard fight,

we don't stop til everything within our vision is pink. 

It's our fight too.

In this tandem, i can see a new brigth future for the Philippines. They gave us hope that Phils. will be known again as have one of the good, smart and true leader in the world.

"We are defined by the choices we make" – not the color we wear.- VP Leni Robredo echoing Albus Dumbledore. 

We are all aiming for change and betterment, kaya magparehistro ka na at sama-sama tayong bumoto para sa bansa. 

Decide for what's right not just for you but for the whole country!

I will be wearing pink and green this May 2022.

We're all aboard the #LeniKiko2022 train! No one else comes close their competence, compassion, and commitment to the people.

Oceania Cruises unveils 2023 Europe and North America Collection of voyages

Wazzup Pilipinas!?

Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line opened its recently unveiled 2023 Europe and North America Collection of voyages for sale to the general public. Featuring seven ships sailing 179 itineraries, which call on more than 260 ports, this new collection is the line’s most expansive and diverse offering to date.

Charting the alluring coastlines of the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Baltic and Scandinavia, Alaska, Canada, and the Colonial Americas, each voyage is a masterpiece of exploration that reveals iconic cities, off-the-beaten-path villages, and dramatic, unspoiled natural wonders

“These new voyages are ideal for discerning travellers seeking to re-discover the world,” stated Bob Binder, President & CEO of Oceania Cruises. “Whether they are retracing familiar paths or setting off to uncharted territories, they will find endearing smiles, enthralling cultural elements, and fascinating culinary experiences.”

Featuring 30 to 50 percent more time in port than premium cruise lines, this new collection of itineraries features 190 overnight/multi-day stays in both marquee and boutique ports of call, along with hundreds of evening and late-night departures, all of which afford guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in the history, culture, and cuisines of the destinations.

2023 Europe and North America Collection Highlights

• Voyages range in length from 7 to 56 days
• Nine new, off-the-beaten-path ports of call: Kalundborg, Demark; Nordfjordeid, Norway; Oban, Scotland; Runavík (Faroe Islands), Denmark; Torbay, UK; Limnos, Greece; Jeddah, Saudi Arabia; Lipari, Italy; Eastport, Maine
• 57 Grand Voyages promise epic exploration opportunities
• The ultimate in small-ship Mediterranean immersion with 102 itineraries to choose from
• More than 40 cruises and Grand Voyages to the Holy Lands of Israel and Turkey
• Riviera offers 14 voyages to the British Isles, Ireland, Iceland, Norwegian Fjords and Greenland
• Marina reprises her perennial series of Baltic capitals and Russia voyages with more than a dozen sailings
• The inaugural season of Vista with 18 voyages in the Mediterranean, Greek Isles, Holy Lands, British Isles, and Colonial Americas
• Regatta sails 13 Alaska cruises ranging from 7 to 20 days
• Insignia and Vista offer 14 departures from New York, Montreal, and Boston focusing on the Canadian Maritimes, Colonial Americas, and Bermuda

 

Top 10 Highlighted Voyages from the 2023 Europe and North America Collection

 

Picturesque Mediterranean | 14 April, 2023
Riviera: Venice to Barcelona, 10 Days
A truly outstanding showcase of culture, history, and exquisite cuisine is on display with nine ports of call in Croatia, Montenegro, Greece, Italy, and France.

Turkish & Hellenic Gems | 4 May, 2023
Marina: Athens to Istanbul, 7 Days
This voyage overflows with history as it focuses entirely on Greece and Turkey with calls in Ephesus, Bodrum, Antalya, Rhodes, and Mykonos and culminates with an overnight stay in sultry Istanbul.

Scandinavia & Baltic Allure | 2 June, 2023
Marina: Amsterdam to Copenhagen, 12 Days
Discover the ultimate expression of the beauty and wealth of culture that the great Baltic capitals are known for with cities like Oslo, Aarhus, and Berlin. An overnight in St. Petersburg offers the special opportunity to experience the White Nights festival in all its glory. 

British Isles Discoveries | 11 June, 2023
Riviera: London to Belfast, 18 Days
An intriguing blend of marquee ports like Edinburgh, Belfast, and Dublin blended with off-the-beaten-path ports such as Killybegs in Ireland and Kirkwall on the Orkney Islands offers numerous surprises as the voyage explores a total of 16 ports in 18 days.

Vikings, Fjords & Legends | 1 July, 2023
Marina: Oslo to London, 10 Days
Sailing the return route of the Vikings, this voyage is a virtual kaleidoscope of fascinating history and fairytale landscapes. Exploring the best of Norway and the Baltic capitals, cosmopolitan flair is keenly balanced with natural splendour and the unparallelled majesty of the Norwegian fjords.

Greenland & Nordic Gems | 21 July, 2023
Riviera: Reykjavik to Oslo, 15 Days
Nature takes centre stage on this cruise showcasing the geysers and hot springs of Iceland, unspoiled glaciers of Greenland, ancient archipelagoes in the North Sea, and the unspoiled beauty of southern Sweden and Norway.

Alaska & California Treasures | 7 September, 2023
Regatta: Vancouver to Los Angeles, 20 Days
All of the premier Alaska ports, Hubbard Glacier, the Inside Passage, Astoria and an overnight in San Francisco come together in a great adventure brimming with variety and contrasts.

Legendary European Adventure | 26 September, 2023
Riviera: Amsterdam to Venice, 34 Days
This voyage encompasses the most iconic destinations of Europe’s North Atlantic and northern Mediterranean coasts with overnights in Bordeaux and Venice, plus Bilbao, Lisbon, Seville, Barcelona, Provence, Portofino, Florence, Dubrovnik, and more.

Holy Land & Aegean Majesty | 6 October, 2023
Nautica: Jerusalem to Rome, 11 Days
Experience 360 degrees of history with standout classics such as Rhodes, Ephesus, Athens, and Santorini, plus an overnight in Jerusalem, capped off with the inescapable allure of Sicily and the enigma that is Naples.

Canada & New England Charms | 19 October & 30 October, 2023
Insignia: Boston to Montreal, 11 Days
Incomparable fall foliage, romantic storybooks ports and a bounty of American and French culinary experiences define this itinerary that showcases the crossroads of European and American history.

For additional information on Oceania Cruises’ small-ship luxury product, exquisitely crafted cuisine, and expertly curated travel experiences, visit OceaniaCruises.com, call +852 2165 6010 (Hong Kong), +65 31 651 677 (Singapore), or speak with a professional travel advisor.

Bicol International Airport is Igned, Sealed and Delivered

Wazzup Pilipinas!?

Hurdling through all kinds of roadblocks along the way, the Bicol International Airport (BIA) will now start its first commercial operations on Friday, 08 October 2021, after President Rodrigo Roa Duterte and Transportation Secretary Art Tugade inaugurated the international airport on the 7th of October 2021.

“Mr. President Rodrigo Roa Duterte, Sir, here is the Bicol International Airport, delivering to you for the use of the Bicolanos at ng buong sambayanan: SIGNED, SEALED, AND DELIVERED, Mr. President,” Secretary Tugade said, addressing President Duterte during the airport’s inauguration ceremonies.

Faced with a challenging task and having experienced unforseen mishaps and delays, Secretary Tugade said the BIA has “planted a seed for international connectivity and convenience. Not only national and domestic but international as well.”

Tugade said that he made it his personal commitment and crusade to finish the BIA despite criticisms and doubts after it broke ground last 8 December 2016.

“’Yung alinlangan at duda na ‘yan ay sinamahan ng unos at bagyo na kung saan naantala yung proyekto. Hindi nakuntento ‘yung unos at bagyo, dumating ang pandemya at naantala na naman ang proyekto. Hindi ‘ho natigil dyan, dalawang beses akong sinunugan dito sa project na ito,” Tugade explained.

President Duterte said the BIA is yet another milestone in the Build, Build, Build Program that fulfilled the administration’s mission of improving the lives of Filipinos by providing quality infrastructure projects that allowed greater connectivity and mobility, created more jobs, and boosted economic activities in other regions.

“This airport, dubbed as the ‘Most Scenic Gateway’ in the country, promises to provide unforgettable travel experience, not only of visitors but many Bicolanos,” President Duterte said.

“I am confident that once fully operational, this airport will be able to serve the needs of those which is expected—two million passengers annually and provide efficiency, reliability and safety standards to ensure the modern airport,” he added.

Tugade said the BIA is now night-rated and will start night operations in November.

With the iconic Mayon Volcano as its backdrop, the country’s “Most Scenic Gateway” will offer domestic and international passengers contactless properties that are innovative solutions during the pandemic, making airport travel effortless, safe, and convenient.

According to the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP), the BIA has tapped the services of the developer of the Clark International Airport (CRK) in Pampanga, which will equip the BIA with the same high-technology features of the CRK, including contactless baggage handling and a food ordering system in the near future.

Once operational, the BIA can accommodate a total of two (2) million passengers annually and is expected to boost air traffic in the Bicol Region.

Tugade stressed that the BIA will transform Bicol Region into an economic powerhouse and provide economic, tourism and employment benefits to its neighboring provinces once it starts operations.