Teenage Dream

This post is certainly long over due, but it's better late than never, right? 

Last month on the 19th of October, my dreams came true. *laughs* kidding aside, a band I loved deeply came to Manila!!

The Jonas Brothers aren't exactly the best band in terms of vocal range, but there's just something about that Disney boy band I fell in love with during my grade school/high school days... it was probably their charm and sweet catchy tune that swooned me over. 

The MOA Arena is so huge! So sadly, the crowd didn't fill up all spaces but surprisingly this was the loudest crowd I've ever witnessed. I mean, imagine all the fan girls who've waited around 7 years for their arrival. CRAZY!!! And just to prove my statement, here's a link to how loud the crowd was that night:

http://perezhilton.com/2012-10-20-jonas-brother-perform-lovebug-manila-philippines-crowd-singalong-video-watch

Outfit of the day:

Chiffon Top: Taipei - Jeans: UNIQLO - 

Necklace: Birthday Gift - Shoes: Forever 21 - 

Bag: Charles & Keith - Watch: Fossil

I don't wear jeans often, but I just had to buy these pair from UNIQLO not only for its colour, but it's ultra stretch material makes it extremely comfortable to move in. :)

Molten Lava Cake with a Shot of Vanilla Ice Cream!!

I was screaming my heart out for Nick Jonas!! I swear, he's my boyfriend.. he just doesn't know it yet. HAHAHAHA. *freaky* 

Here's Iona, my best friend. :) She's the girl I always break into song with during our Jonas years.. *FAN GIRL MODE* 

There were a couple of songs we hoped they would sing like:

1. When You Look Me In The Eyes

2. Hello Beautiful

3. Love Bug

and the list goes on...

Happy to say, they sang all of those and more!!

They even sang one of my favourites entitled 'Give Love A Try' from their Disney sitcom JONAS. 

It was definitely great reminiscing. For that night, I felt like I was in Grade school all over again... 

I'm very grateful that VISA gave me tickets to watch The Jonas Brothers. :)

It wasn't my first time at the Platinum Suite, during my previous entries I wrote on my Lady Gaga experience which you can read on here: 

http://alyventure.blogspot.com/2012/05/born-this-way-ball.html

Every time spent at the VISA box is a great one! Not only are they very accommodating, but the food is always outstanding. :)

The platinum suite will be used for VISA promotions and lucky card holders will have the chance to experience all the perks that come with it for future concerts and shows at the arena.

So what're you waiting for? 

Switch to VISA now! ;)

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The 'Suite' Life

Despite the depressing weather and recent floods, I'd have to say that the month of August is pretty awesome! Two long weekends? Just what I needed, really. So my mum decided to take a trip to Tagaytay (the nearest getaway from home). :)

When in Tagaytay, my favourite place to stay in is 'The Country Suites, Discovery'. It feels like such an authentic Bed 'n Breakfast place! Limited to only eight suites, it was definitely the perfect place for some relax and unwind. 

We were welcomed with fresh watermelon juice. :)

The service at any Discovery establishment, never fails to leave to leave me smiling. Whether it be in Boracay or Tagaytay, the employees always serve you with a smile and answer back politely saying either "certainly" or "absolutely!" :)

We arrived a little later than lunch so we ordered quickly. 

I ordered: Black Truffle Risotto with Crispy Soft Egg and Smoked Bacon 

Truffle + Risotto + Bacon, something that was just perfect for me! I didn't even have to think twice when ordering this.  Thankfully, it didn't disappoint at all. Everything was cooked perfectly I left with a clean plate and a happy tummy. :)

Penne "al Telefono"

Tomato sauce, Mozzarella di Buffalo, Tagaytay Basil

My brother ordered this. It was good but it was nothing compared to our favourite in Cibo! 

Orecchiette "Pepperomata" with Goat Cheese

Tagaytay Bell Pepper Sauce with Spicy Pepperoni Sausage

My mum liked it, but enjoyed my Risotto more. ;)

Ordered Crepes Nutella with Roasted Banana and Hazelnut for dessert!

Apparently, the suite we got was the biggest of the eight. It was really cozy! 

It even had a fire place. Perfect for the chilly Tagaytay weather that day! :)

The bathroom was HUGE. It was much bigger than the room I stayed in before. 

Wrote on our goal books outside in the balcony. Check out the beautiful scenery! For all you guys who don't know, that's the Taal volcano, the smallest volcano in the world. :)

After our afternoon snooze and our Star Wars marathon, my mum and I went down for some wine and cheese. :)

Paprika and Parsley flavoured Cream Cheese Spread was real good! Followed by some Brie and Emmental cheese. Ohh, it was a lovely afternoon spent with my Nelly. :) 

My mum and I call each other 'Nelly' -- Nels or Nellybean. T'was just a random nickname we decided to call each other. 

Nelly bondings are never complete without playing a board game! Scrabble being our favourite one because we always try our hardest to beat our mum. She's like the Scrabble queen it's almost impossible to dethrone her!

HAHA check out what we ended up spelling... -_-

So when in Tagaytay, be sure to check out Country Suites at Discovery! You won't regret it. Despite the horrid internet connection, my stay was nothing but short and perfect.

How did your long weekend go? :)

Country Suites, Discovery Tagaytay

300 Calamba Road, San Jose, Tagaytay City
4120 Philippines 

+ (63 46) 413.4567 (Tagaytay) 

+ (63 2) 529.8172 (Manila)
+(63 927)523.2139 

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