Title: 16th PTAA Travel Tour Expo 2009
Location: SMX Convention Center
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Description: The TravelTour Expo was conceptualized by PTAA in 1994 to showcase the products and services of its members. Since then, the show has evolved into a much awaited annual industry event, covering practically all segments of the travel business.

After its successful move to SMX Convention Center this year, preparations are again underway for the 16th TravelTour Expo 2009 which will take place on February 6 to 8 at Halls 2, 3 & 4 of SMX Convention Center, Pasay City.

With the theme “Travel in Style” , the event features two new segments – lifestyle (which will cover travel accessories, health and wellness products and services, culinary schools, car rentals and the like) and food sellers with lounge areas.

Why join TravelTour Expo 2009?

* TravelTour Expo is the biggest event for the travel and tourism industry
* TravelTour Expo offers you an expanded customer base
* TravelTour Expo is the ultimate destination for the best travel deals
* TravelTour Expo is the prime marketplace for your destinations
* TravelTour Expo is continuously doing its best to bring you a special show every year!

Date:
06 to 08 February 2009

Venue:
SMX Convention Center Halls 2, 3 & 4,
Seashell Drive, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City

Opening Hours:
6 February – Friday
11 AM – 9 PM

7 February – Saturday
10 AM – 9 PM

8 February – Sunday
10 AM – 5 PM

Ticket booths close 30 minutes before end of show hours

Accompanying Events:
Daily Raffle Draws, Entertainment & Games and Exhibitors\’ Presentations & more surprises
Start Time: 11:00
Date: 2009-02-06
End Time: 17:00

The Schedule is up and everybody is going! Wee!

For me, this will be my first time! nyahaha…

To survive Panagbenga…  let’s see..  I’ve never been to Baguio for quite some time now…

• Know the Schedule of the events you don’t want to miss.
• Plan your itinerary.
• If Commuting check out Bus Schedules and be sure to reserve your tickets if the bus company allows it (Victory Liner does!).
• Wear your colorful shirts and pair it up with your most comfy shoes.
• Bring your Umbrella and check the weather at PAGASA
• I’ve heard from a friend that it’s freezing in Baguio so might as well bring jacket or poncho to warm you up.
• Keep your bags secured and safe.  It’s going to be crowded. be carefree without sacrificing the safety of you stuff.
• Arrive at the event earlier than the said schedule to get the best places to view the parade.
• If you are coming to Baguio for the first time, better check out the places of interests too

Anyway here are the schedules of events this coming Panagbenga 2009.

Right Click -> View Image to see the sched

Color Coding legend: Green – Lakwatsera’s Pick

Blue – Main Events

Yellow – Minor Events

Red – Not yet Confirmed

For bus schedules, check out  http://www.victoryliner.com/

rates ranges from Php400.00 – Php450.00

I ‘ve been going to different places ever since I was a month old. My parents love the beach and seeing places which I think influenced me.  So after a lot of trips I have been through I have learned the art of traveling light. Especially when commuting or in a jam-packed car situation.

Being away from home, of course we would always want the comfort of having everything you need. So I got a few tips for you.

• Always bring your camera with you. There’s no souvenir could ever compare to the memories captured. Priceless.
• Don’t be shy to ask for help. Or sometimes it’s not the shyness factor that makes us hesitate. Of course we have to value our safety. Well, if that’s the case, ask the guards, police or barangay officer.
• Be courteous to the people you meet on your trip.  If there comes a time that you might actually need their help, they would happily assist you. Or if buying pasalubongs, sometimes smiling does the trick to avail discounts. Beam and you will remember how enjoyable your trip would be.
• Keep your valuables where you can see them.
• Bring cash unless you are sure that those cards can help you survive the rural. Better yet if possible check if they are serviceable.
• Pack your bag at least 2 days before you travel. to have enough time to check if you forgot something. better yet create a list of what to bring.
• If camping, clean your camp area before you leave.

Backpacking Tips and What to Bring

• Separate Dry or After Bath  hygiene products from the ones which will likely get wet.



• Put your shampoo, conditioner liquid soap etc, in small containers.  Can be bought at leading Skin Care Stores or if you have containers from hotels, you can use them.  As much as possible, let’s minimize using sachets because it’s one of causes of clogged drainage.
• First Aid. Alright. I think this is the most taken for granted item.  Most of us doesn’t care if they have first aid and most of them are guys. Just pack a few cotton balls and Iodine solution, some paracetamol etc.,  This common ailments could be the most annoying show-stopper ever.
• A very small sewing kit. It’s not like you can buy clothes right away in case you got your clothes got damaged right?
• Your Bath bag should dry up fast. We don’t want to bring wet items.
• Bring a reusable bag with you. Help minimize the use of plastic bags by bringing your bag to hold your pasalubongs. This could also be used to separate your used clothes from the clean ones.



• I am very much thematic and I always love to accessorize! Bringing accessories would seem very impractical haha but we could always squeeze a little space for our necessity(haha is it not?). Try buying a small medicine organizers that can hold at least 3 pairs of earrings, necklace, etc.,
• The must haves.  Shades, a hat or umbrella,  a fan (during summer),  sun block, something to cover toilet seats like the one I love to buy at Watsons (Plush Toilet seat cover Php22.00 /5pcs),  Alcohol or Hand Sanitizer and a flashlight.
• Organize your things according to frequency of use. What I usually do is that I bring with me a handy bag that holds everything that I use a lot. Then I got another bag which holds my clothes, bath kit, First Aid, sewing kit, etc.,
• Separate food from clothes. (for obvious reasons).

Bring the stuffs that you need plus a little something extra (in a very small amout) would help you to have a worry-free trip.