I couldn’t remember when was the first time I ride an Uber. Thinking about that, I think I was on a taxi listening over a radio when I first heard about Uber being discuss by a popular broadcaster. Back then, it was so new that the radio announcer was even pronouncing the transport network vehicle services (TNVS) as ‘You-ber’ instead of ‘Ooh-ber.’
The month of December has always been too colourful here in the Philippines. It is the month wherein families, employees or even group of friends celebrate the year that just about to end while welcoming the new one with a more positive attitude.
Ever since I was a kid I always look forward on how the whole mood changes as houses, roads and buildings lit up with colorful lights. Even malls are becoming more fun with huge centrepieces that mostly triggered the kid inside me. SM Supermalls never failed to do so. This years the coveted mall set up a one-of-a-kind magical holiday with series of exciting activities, enchanting events and amazing holiday deals featuring dazzling Disney centrepieces the whole family will surely love.
A few years back I was able to do a mall tour and host a Madagascar theme holiday where kids and kids at heart was able to meet me along with Alex the Lion. This year, SM Supermalls levels up featuring different Disney inspired holiday setup in each mall. I was able to paid a visit to some and here’s what happened.
I fell in love at Ximending as soon as we get off our taxi. We were rolling our luggage from the busy streets to the hotel, yet it didn’t matter at all. My eyes were already feasting at the shops surrounding the area. This neighbourhood is truly alive and I can’t wait to explore this side of the city.
Tucked in the middle of the bustling streets of Ximeding, is a seemingly secret passage to what we can call a hideout. Amba Taipei Ximending Hotel is situated in the middle of what we can say the ‘Harajuku of Taipei.’ Busy, Youthful, and glittering, just the right place to go if you really wanted to see Taiwan’s fashion, and subculture.
It is always a good when a business unit collects ideas and comments from their patronizers. It is way better if they listens and acts on it.
Uber, one of the famous Transportation Network Vehicle Service (TNVS) in the Philippines, has been listening to our recommendations ever since it started with its goal to improve access to transportation, and make streets safer. And just recently, Uber listens and realizes the importance of adding a destination feature and created a system that would benefit not just the costumers but as well as the Uber drivers.
Continue reading will tell you more about this great system.
It was a coincidence at first, but I think It’s becoming a habit. I didn’t realise that I am booking flights that fall on my birthday. Celebrating my birthday isn’t really a thing for me that I considered it mostly as a regular day, but I think, recognising it just gave me an excuse to book a flight and travel. Last year it was Cambodia, this time I go to Taiwan. (Check out my Cambodia Vlog series)