Blog Owner and Post Author: Lainy 
When we’ve reached Dapitan City at night time, we were all too exhausted after hurdling more or less 
15 hours on the road. We had to fill our then hungry stomachs upon arrival, had our luggage arranged in the room, washed up and immediately went to bed.
The hotel room and my co-workers obviously felt the fatigue after checking in
Some of our stuff and there! A co-worker had to recharge her phone to keep in touch with the hubby ;-)
We were scheduled to register ourselves up the next day at Dapitan Cultural Center. Our delegation arrived a day ahead as all other regions arrived on the official day of registration. So the next day, we felt a little relaxed as we had a good sleep the night before.
Too bad we weren’t housed at Dakak. It’s fully booked by some other regions who were willing to spend quite a hefty amount for their accommodation. We had to settle for Dapitan’s second best hotel. The government-owned hotel is a bit old but it gave us the comfort that we needed while we were away from home. It’s a lot more accessible too to the venue of various events not to mention affordable:-)
Before proceeding to the registration venue, we’ve got the chance to explore Dapitan City Resort Hotel.
With co-workers and The Boss inside the hotel
Outside the hotel
What actually prompted me and my Boss to confirm our booking at this hotel as early as October was because of the inviting pool, aside from it being too accessible of course! 
Don't look at me but at the pool behind me, hahaha!
More cam-whoring ensued before we’ve finally left the hotel’s vicinity.
Me, me, me. LOL!
Inside and outside the hotel
The Regional Director gave a few important instructions to the personnel before we proceeded to the registration venue. We were the early birds so there was no rush. We took our sweet time. Thus, more time for photoshoots, LOL!
With comrades at work
We then took the bus on our way to the Cultural Center.
The bus owned by the Provincial Government of South Cotabato
Who's the youngest of them all? ;-)
At the registration venue, we had to queue up on a first-come-first-served basis. We always had to get our smiles ready for the camera as it snaps at any given time.
At the registration venue
My cousin Mystique’s Mom, no other than my loving Aunt who is an Election Officer, was with the South Cotabato delegation. We were billeted at different hotels so everytime we see each other, we always make sure that we pose for the cam.
My Aunt and yours truly
The huge hat was all over my face, hahaha!
After we registered ourselves, we have had some idle time. We initially planned of going to Siquijor for a side trip just to kill the time. But the Boss wasn’t too enthusiastic about that. He wanted us to feel relaxed and not too exhausted for the next event- the Welcome Party dubbed Bienvenida a Zamboanga. It was slated to be held at a Thai Restaurant at Dakak Park and Beach Resort. I believe that deserves another post
That’s all for now, folks!
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Naman Sis… Ang walang katapusang photoshoot! Hahaha…
It’s good that you arrived a day earlier para talaga makapagpahinga ng maaga. Sobrang haba din kaya ng 15 hours na trip…
Maganda ba ang place? excited na ako sa mga susunod na kwento mo…on hold ang mga kwentong cdo ko because of sendong… Post muna for help sa mga victims…
By the way, ang sexy ng get up mo dyan ah… So cool and comfy… Hehehe
Hugs!
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Lainybelle Reply:
December 18th, 2011 at 11:37 pm
@Rovie,
Hey Rovz! Kumusta? How’s our darling little Bella? I haven’t been active online after I got home. I was all too tired and I got sick
Sinabi! Kami na ang reyna ng cam-whoring, bwahahahaha!
I’ve published a comment at your Sendong post. I feel for all those affected. My prayers will always be with them.
Thanks for the compliment, Rovz.
Hugs back to you!
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Hi Ate Lainy!
Medyo matagal-tagal din akong hindi nakadaan dito. Blame my so-ever-slow internet connection.
What caught my attention in this post is YOU! I like the outfit. VERY FASHIONISTA!!!
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Lainybelle Reply:
December 19th, 2011 at 8:17 am
@MC,
Hey Marie! Andami ko ring namiss when I was out of town and when I came back, I got sick. I can’t go back to blogging full swing coz I had to prioritize my health.
I hope you’re internet connection speed will get back to normal soon.
Thanks for liking the outfit, Marie
Hugs!
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So pretty!
Some Yellow, please come and see.
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Lainybelle Reply:
December 19th, 2011 at 10:49 pm
@Ms. Burrito,
Thank you, Rose.
I will see you in a bit
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Haba ng byahe but I’m sure it was all worth it. Have a fabulous week.
Liz @ MLC
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Lainybelle Reply:
December 19th, 2011 at 10:50 pm
@Liz,
Yes, it was Mommy Liz.
May you have a great week ahead as well.
Hugs!
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It looks like a fun and interesting time was had by all. I loved all the pics as well as the surroundings.
Jeanne
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Lainybelle Reply:
December 19th, 2011 at 10:51 pm
@jeanne, backyard neighbor,
We had loads of fun especially when we had to do a lot of photoshoots, hahaha!
Thanks for loving the pics.
See yah!
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Beautiful, sexy shirt sis:)
Visiting for MYM! Hope you can visit mine too:)
http://www.cassandrasminicorner.com/2011/12/20-unusual-household-uses-of-lemon.html
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Lainybelle Reply:
December 19th, 2011 at 10:51 pm
@Leah H.,
Thank you, Sis.
See you later!
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Love that yellow!! Visiting from MYM!! Happy week!
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Lainybelle Reply:
December 20th, 2011 at 3:38 pm
@becca givens,
Thank you for the visit. I shall return the favor soon.
See yah!
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Thanks for sharing your blues.
Happy Blue Monday, Lainy.
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Saw many blue colors..
Visiting for BM! Hope you can visit mine too..
http://www.loveablecassandra.com/2011/12/dolphin-kids-swimming-pool.html
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Hi Lainy! Nagkasakit ka pala? Grabe, parati ka nagkakasakit lately ah. Hope you’ll recover soon. Siguro dahil yan sa pagod. Nagkasunod sunod kasi activities mo right?
Anyway, mukhang enjoy na enjoy ka naman. First day pa lang, mukang sulit na sa photo shoots. I love your outfit! Talagang “on the go”. Mahilig ka talaga sa mga kikay outfits…Hahaha!!
Have a nice week !
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Hello ate Lainy! I just love your outfit!
The picture that caught my attention (and my personal fave) is yung nasa pool ka. You look so pretty and sexy sa pictures! Good to hear that you are having fun. 
Anyway, I added you on my new blog. Sana maadd mo rin ang LIFESTYLECHIC.info ko! Thanks ate! I miss you!
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That looks fun company and Visiting from Orange Tuesday.
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Lainy, kumusta ka na? Magaling ka na ba? Parang ang fun fun naman ng trip na ‘to. I can tell na nakakapagod dahil sa dami ng activities nyo, pero parang ang saya saya din at ang colorful, pati yung bus makulay, hehe! Sayang naman at hindi kayo nakapag side trip sa Siquijor. Malapit na lang din ba yun diyan? Aabangan ko yung kasunod na kuwento nito
Kaya nga di ako gano makabisita sa mga blogs nyo, and pa-isa-isa lang muna dalaw ko, and at the same time, busy din ako sa work :’( Kung bakit ba kapag mag-ho-holidays, talagang nagiging busy sa trabaho no? Tsk tsk. So eto, kahit halos idikit ko na yung mukha ko sa laptop ko dahil sa blurry vision ko, eh tuloy pa din ang trabaho.
Ako naman eh eto hindi pa din magaling yung mata ko
O sya, batiin na kita ng Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Naku, I can’t remember if you celebrate Christmas but I hope you do enjoy your holiday! God bless
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Looks like this hotel is fine with me. Was at Dakak two years ago and it was fine. What I don’t like in there is that it’s a bit far from the city and the other places that I like to visit. How affordable is this hotel? I might visit this place again next year ^_^
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Looks like you had a great time.
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Lainy…It looks like you all had a great time together. It is so nice to work with people that you actually like and enjoy being with. Love the bus with its painting on the side. Hope all was a great success. Thanks for a fun collection of shots. genie
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kasexy ba oi! i love your caption to not look at you but at the pool behind you… hahaha, couldn’t help but look at you… you’re the prominent subject in the photo and not the pool… hehehe… was here for WW!
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hehehe.. sakto jud ako ihap.. 15 hours on the road.. kakapoy jud.. hehe
I stayed at that hotel before for a seminar.
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beautiful outfit Sis Lainy, loved the hat
visiting late for MYM, hope that you can return the favor too.
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Hi sis!
Isang ikot dito for Orange Tuesdays!
Hugs!
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Oh! I see the pool Sis Lainy
I would love to swim right away 
Visiting for WW, hope that you can return the favor too.
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Daan lang ako dito Lainz, I just want to greet you Merry Christmas and I hope na sana magaling ka na and back to your original shape…hehehe, I mean health condition. pasensya na ha bihira ako makabisita kasi alam mo na parati busy.
Anyway, I wish you all the happiness and may God bless you and your whole family always.
Take care, I miss you…..*hugs*
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Beautiful whites..
Visiting for WW! Here’s mine.Hope you can visit too:)
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parang ang nice sa Dapitan sana one day maka visit din .. Sexy m naman sis anyway, visiting via Orange Tuesday.
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great group of co-workers Sis Lainy, bibo kaau mo tan-ahun
visiting for OT, hope that you can return the favor too
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I spotted the orange handbag and I like it:)
Visiting for OT! Here’s mine..Hope you can visit too..
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Wow.. seems like an interesting place.
Where exactly is the location of Dapitan City?
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Naku, nawala lang ako isang week, nagwala ka na nman heheheh joke lang! love your outfit
naeentertain tlga ako dito sa blog mo heheh!
visiting from RT!
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great photos, Lainy! you look great in yellow!
Thank you for joining Wednesday Whites!
Visiting as a host and from my entry, http://www.rayagregorio.com/2011/12/were-11.html
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15 hours talaga? Parang ang sakit sa pwet nun ah. hehehe! Ang sexy namn nung naka yellow! Happy Holidays!
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Very few people can get away with yellow. And you did, looks good pa. Love the hat, too!
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Visiting for Ruby Tuesday Sis Lainy, loved that red sofa and the vehicle too. Hope that you can return the favor too
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Visiting again for RT! Here’s mine- hope you can visit too:)
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looks like a beautiful place. I wish to see that place someday and perhaps visit where Rizal spent his days. thanks for joining!
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aw, love the entire outfit…the yellow shirt w/ yellow earrings…and, the camouflage shorts…wow!
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