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Landers Superstore is one of the membership stores here in the Philippines. So far, they only have few branches so I’m just glad that there is Landers Superstore Alabang. But it took me a long time to visit this store because…

1. I thought it is far and mahirap puntahan.
2. We have a membership at S&R so I was thinking kung need ko pa ba ng isa?
3. And I’m saving money so iwas temptation muna.


For the past two years, I did not renew our membership at S&R because nawili ako maggrocery sa Landmark - Festival Mall. But after seeing all the B1T1 deals, PHP1 products and discounts on social media, I finally suggested to my husband to visit Landers so we can check.


Good thing, umabot pa kami sa last day of their Super Crazy Store sale. We arrived around 9:20AM and mahirap na makakuha ng parking. Since it was our first time, my husband applied for a membership card. There is a promo so he paid PHP400 only instead of PHP800 membership fee.

Landers Superstore Card Benefits: 

• Access to a wide selection of top-notch local and international branded goods 
• Participation in Super Crazy Sale, Super Fuel Sale, and other promotional activities 
• Free haircut or shampoo and blow-dry services at Federal Barbers 
• Up to ₱10.00 off per liter on gasoline at any Landers Caltex stations 
• Member discount at Capital Care Pharmacy 
• Excellent food and drink choices from Landers Central, Doppio, Dough & Co. 
• Fast and easy shopping on our online store 

Everything was organized so applying for the card is not difficult and may upuan pa while waiting. I noticed na maluwag naman yung store nila especially yung lobby. They have Barber Shop, Pharmacy Store and Landers Central for foods and drinks.


For grocery cart, shoppers are not allowed to get grocery carts outside the store so you have to wait for available cart. You can shop naman without cart but I doubt kung makakaya mo kasi for sure mabigat ang bitbitin mo. This is a good idea para first come, first serve talaga and walang abangan ng grocery cart sa parking. Malilimit din nila yung number of people sa loon kasi ang hirap mamili pag ang sikip.

Anyway, after getting the card our shopping begins. When I saw the long lines na umabot na ng dulo, I told my husband na pumila na siya and ako na lang nag-ikot. I haven’t explored all the aisles nga nung nakita ko na malapit na sa cashier si hubby so I stopped looking around na. Maybe next time, nabili ko naman yung nasa list ko, yung bed sheets, pillows and iron.

What I like about Landers Superstore Super Crazy Sale? 

1. Very organized from parking, membership application, sa pila sa cashier.
2. I like their Surprice promo where you can buy products for PHP1 only. It depends on the day that you are going to visit and while supplies last.

June 26, 2019 - Assorted swimsuit PHP299.75
June 27, 2019 - Aquafresh Teeth Toothpaste PHP99.75
June 28, 2019 - Sterlite Shoe Box PHP139.75
June 29, 2019 - Tide Bar PHP129.75
June 30, 2019 - M&M Peanut Choc Fun Size - P119.75

3. If it is your birth month, you can buy pizza of any flavor for PHP400.
4. Super Fuel Sale All Year Promo. You can turn your P3000 worth of shopping into more fuel discounts. Promo redemption is until Feb. 29, 2020 at any Landers-Caltex gas station.

Minimum of PHP7 off per liter (Platinum)
Minimum of PHP7 off per liter (Silver)
Minimum of PHP4 off per litter (Diesel)

According to our receipts, we saved a total of P6,663.38 and we got 3 Fuel Coupons. We took advantage of the birth month pizza for PHP400 at Landers Central. Sharing some of the stuff that we bought during Landers Super Crazy Sale. Yung iba, we bought it at a regular price.

Oh So Healthy Fruit Crisp - From P89.75 to PHP79.75
M&M’s Peanut Chocolate - From P119.75 to PHP1
Lemon - From PHP157.75 to PHP99
A&W Rootbeer - From PHP419.75 to PHP379.75
Canada Dry Ginger Ale - From PHP419.75 to PHP379.75
Dove Baby Shampoo - From PHP129.75 to PHP79 B1T1
Dove Baby Wash - PHP149.75
B1T1 Colgate Smile Toothbrush - PHP129.75
Dove Bar Soap - From PHP379.75 to PHP299.75
4 pc Grand Manor Queen Set Bed Sheet - From PHP1999.75 to PHP899
Springmaid Pillow - From PHP599.75 to PHP299.75
Listerine - From PHP329.75 to PHP199
Glad Lemon Press Dry - From PHP179.75 to PHP74.75
Oster Kitchen Set - From PHP999.75 to PHP479.75
Philips Light Steam Iron - From PHP2649.75 to PHP1324.75
Surf Liquid Detergent 1400ml - From PHP399.75 to 239.75 - This is my regret, mas mura pa pala yung binibili ko na liquid detergent sa regular grocery.





Next time, I will explore the meat products section. Ito yung hindi ko gaano nacheck pero napansin ko na may mga “How to Cook” pa na information and if you love Korean BBQ, meron din sila dun. I'll go back na lang pag may budget na ulit. hehehe!




Read: How to Be a Smart Shopper and Know Your Consumer Rights 
Food Trip at Landers Superstore Alabang

Landers Superstore 
Daang Hari Road, Almanza Dos,
Las Piñas 1750

Roskilde is not only known for Viking Ship Museum but it is popular because one of Denmark’s most important building is located here. Roskilde Cathedral is the first gothic cathedral in Scandinavia. For more than 800 years, it is part of Denmark history for being one of the earliest major ecclesiastical building that is made of brick. At that time, the art of brick making had just been introduced in the country.

Read: Viking Ship Museum in Roskilde Denmark 



The cathedral was built in 1170 and the construction lasted for more than 100 years. It reflects the evolution of Northern European church architecture and it is a mixture of new, old and very old. You can see the changing styles in the chapels, porches, towers, and spires. Most importantly, this cathedral is filled with the treasures of Danish kings and queens. There are 39 Danish kings and queens that are buried in the chapels and sarcophagi. Roskilde Cathedral is also part of UNESCO World Heritage List since 1995.


Don’t forget to include this in your itinerary if ever you are going to Roskilde, Denmark. It is walking distance from Roskilde Train Station. In fact, you will pass this cathedral on your way to the Viking Ship Museum. So after visiting the Viking Ship Museum, we went straight to the Roskilde Cathedral. It is FREE with Copenhagen Card.

Trivia: When we reached the Roskilde Cathedral, we thought it was closed so we just took a picture outside the church then we walked again. Good thing that I saw someone went out at the side door so I was able to see the Entrance Door.

The door is called The King's Door, this is used as an entrance only for royal guests and exit after wedding, confirmation, and funeral. The door has a golden appearance but is made of bronze that has been polished and patinated.


Visiting churches is not exciting if you have kids in tow because most of the time they won’t appreciate it but I’m thankful that the cathedral has a treasure hunt game for kids. So my son joined the “Find the Gold in Roskilde Cathedral” game. He needs to find 10 old treasures and find the code word. He got a postcard prize after completing the treasure hunt in certain minutes. I’m not sure if it is 15 minutes but it is like an amazing race inside the church.


I also learned a lot from his treasure hunt game because there are trivia inside the booklet. There are a lot of treasures but let me share some of it. Here are the 10 Golden Treasures that you can find inside the Roskilde Cathedral.

1. St. Andrew’s Chapel - It is not very old- only 8 years old but there are may golden pieces. The picture is made of 56,000 small squares.

2. Christian 9 (IX) - travel 100 years back in the time of Christian IX. He is the great-great-grandfather of the current Queen Margrethe 2. The coffin is called sarcophagus and it has two golden crowns, a sword and a scepter on top. The three women around the sarcophagus show love, grief and memory.


3. Christian 7 (VII) - was buried in a black coffin in a fine room together with the other kings and queens. He lived 250 years ago. On the coffin is an hourglass to show that time is running. The figure holding the coffin is called Sphinx.


4. Knight Hahn’s Suit of Armour - The suit of armor is 340 years old. On it are the flowers that are gilded, which means that they are made of silver and covered with gold. This is the knight Joachim Hahn’s funeral armor; it was only used for his funeral and has never been used in battle.

5. Christian 4 (IV) - was king over 400 years ago and was at war with the Swedes several times. Once a cannonball hit his ship and he lost the sight on one eye. Christian IV built many buildings including The Round Tower in Copenhagen.

6. The Pulpit - Christian IV ordered a pulpit for the Cathedral. The pulpit is 400 years old and it is made of stone, wood, and plaster, and covered with gold. Here the priest preaches or talks about the Bible.


7. Altarpiece- was made in Belgium almost 500 years ago. The pictures tell the stories of Jesus’ life and death.


8. The Old Clock - with Saint George and the dragon is over 500 years old! Every hour Saint George kills the dragon and the dragon wails.


9. The Sword - on the wall in the Chapel of Magi hangs a sword. This belonged to Christian I, who died 650 years ago. It is said that he was a giant king. His height marked with C! on Column of Kings in the middle of the chapel.


10. Margrete I - about 700 years ago, Margrete I was the queen of both Denmark, Sweden, and Norway. Her funeral lasted for 3 days.


Note: Closed during the church ceremony

Read: Day 1 in Copenhagen Denmark 

Roskilde Cathedral 
Domkirkepladsen 3 
4000 Roskilde

I was surprised when I learned that Norway doesn’t celebrate Mother’s Day in the month of May, they celebrate it every second Sunday of February. I don’t know why but I guess, it is because they have so many holidays during the month of May such as Labor Day, 17th of May, Pentecost and of course there is also Confirmation.

Read: 17th of May Celebration in Norway

Confirmation is a significant event in Norway, it marks the transition from childhood to adulthood. During 1736 to 1912, it is in Norway’s law to have Confirmation in order to gain the “rights of adulthood”. Without it, you cannot enter the military service, you cannot marry, you cannot be a godparent, or even testify in court. But now, this Christian ceremony has become a symbol since not all Norwegians are religious so they have their own ways to celebrate it.

So if your child will hit 15 years old, you will be busy preparing for their Confirmation. It is not just a simple preparation because you need one year to prepare for this starting with your registration at the church, reserving a venue, booking a catering, and preparing for Norwegian traditional costume which is called “Bunad”.

It is a special occasion and a very intimate event so you will feel honor if you got invited. Most of the guests are families and close friends. A decade ago, my sister had her Confirmation but unfortunately, we were not able to attend it. So I was glad that I was able to experience a Confirmation event during our summer vacation in Norway, not just one but two Confirmation.

I did not celebrate Mother’s Day in Norway but I attended a Confirmation. We did not attend the church ceremony because I told my mom that we would not understand the mass so we just went to the reception. It was a formal event too, I’ve seen other people wearing their bunad and suit.

Confirmation in Norway is a simple event, hindi siya katulad ng debut sa Pilipinas na maraming program. They only have welcome remarks, speech from parents, special video or presentation and you will eat dinner and cakes. When I say cakes, I mean a lot of cakes and I was not able to taste everything. It was a feast in the eye and taste buds so you have to forget your diet.

When it comes to gifts, they give money or jewelry and I was also surprised because, after dinner, they are opening the cards and listing the amount of money that they have received. So nakakahiya din pala pag maliit lang binigay mo, makikita ng ibang guests kasi nasa gift table lang siya. Hehehe!

Anyway, sharing some photos when I attended a girl and boy Norwegian Confirmation.

Girl Confirmation





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Boy Confirmation












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Donate a Book is one of the projects of #SMShareMovement and I think it’s been years already that I’ve been seeing this every Back to School season but I’ve never donated my son’s books. I always keep my son’s school books for future use. And if I feel that he no longer needs it, I will give it to family or friends.


But I think they never used my son’s books din kasi nakita ko na nakatambak din siya and nabaha na nga lang so I stopped giving my son’s books so from Grade 1 to Grade 4, nakatambak siya sa house. When I went to SM, I saw “Donate a Book” project again but since I was busy for my back to school preparation, hindi ko siya naasikaso.

Then last weekend, I saw one FB post, she donated 57 books and got 57 coupons so it means, one coupon per book. And because of that, I decided to give it a try so we went to SM Sta Rosa to donate my son’s books. I only bring Grade 1 books para hindi naman mabigat dalhin. Good thing I did that because we still looked for the staff pa kasi wala tao sa booth. So imagine kung ilang books ang dala ko habang naghahanap ng staff, ang bigat lang.

I thought I will get one coupon per book but I was wrong. The staff informed me na kapag may sulat na daw yung book, per bundle daw. So 5 books = 1 coupon so in the end, I only got two P50 Off Coupon. Imagine I spent P7000+ for this set of books and P100 na lang value niya after gamitin. But of course, it is better than nothing. Wala naman ko nakuha sa Nursery to Kinder books na pinamigay ko din. Hehehe! At least may pakunswelo si SM sa pagdonate mo, nakatulong ka sa ibang bata and nabawasan ka ng tambak sa bahay mo.

But keep in mind that there are terms and conditions in using the coupon. P50 Off Coupon with a minimum of P500 single-receipt purchase of regular-priced items from the SM Store’s Stationery Department Store.

1. Can only be redeemed on regular priced SM Stationery items from the SM store. May 20, 2019 - July 07, 2020.
2. Offer is not in conjunction with other ongoing promos or discounts.
3. Only one dicount coupon may be used per transaction.
4. Folded, crumpled or stapled savings coupons may still be accepted by the SM Store given that bar codes are not encroached and security features are still intact.
5. Must be surrendered to the cashier upon redemption.

I already used my one coupon and I still have one coupon pa, next time na lang pag worth P500 na yung bibilhin ko. Next year, I will donate our Grade 2 school books naman.

Blame it to Korean Drama series, you can now see unlimited Korean Grill restaurants almost everywhere. Filipinos love to eat especially if the rate is budget-friendly. Just this month, I finally tried Wow Samgyup Unlimited Korean Grill and I’m happy that we have another option for Korean BBQ.

Read: All 4 U Unlimited Korean Restaurant
Su Won Garden Korean Restaurant
Siram Gyupsal Unlimited Korean BBQ House 

My mommy friend suggested it for our get together. We’ve been planning this before I went to Norway pero hindi kami makumpleto-kumpleto so finally, naging complete na rin. And because mahina naman ko kumain especially sa dinner, I suggested na early dinner na lang kami so we were there as early as 5PM, pinapasok naman kami.

Lunch - 11:30AM to 5PM
Dinner - 5:30PM to 11:30PM


The rate varies depending on the time and unli meals that you will choose. You can choose Unli A (Pork) and Unli B (Pork and Beef). Drinks are not yet included so you have to pay if you want soju, softdrink, beer, ice tea or fruit shake.

UNLI A 

Weekday Lunch P399
Weekday Dinner 449
Weekend & Holiday Lunch P449
Weekend & Holiday Dinner P499

UNLI B 

Weekday Lunch P449
Weekday Dinner 499
Weekend & Holiday Lunch P499
Weekend & Holiday Dinner P549

Rates for Kids 

FREE - 1-4 yrs old
Half of the regular rate - 5-10 yrs old
11 years old and above - regular rate



The place looks clean, round table lahat and for the chairs, just like in South Korea you can put your bag inside the chair, just don’t forget lang to get your stuff after you eat. We chose Unli B so for our first order, we tried everything on the list.

UNLI A 

Kibon Samgyup
Yangyeom Samgyup
Dae Pae Samgyup
Maewoon Samgyup (Spicy)

UNLI B

Kibon Samgyup
Yangyeom Samgyup
Dae Pae Samgyup
Maewoon Samgyup (Spicy)
Woo Samgyup
Yangyeom Woo Samgyup
Bulgogi



The staff served all the meat, pero parang 6 plates of meat lang nandun. I can’t remember if meron bang not available on the day that we ate. The she advised us to get our appetizer at the buffet table. Oh, that is something new to me, sa mga natry ko na narestaurant, they will serve all the appetizers, soup, sauces and rice then you can ask for refill. But here, everything is self-service when it comes to other foods.



They have a lot of food in their buffet table so parang dito pa lang mabubusog ka na. Imagine, may fried chicken and meat balls. When it comes to rice, may steamed rice and fried rice pa. I like the idea of this because you can just choose the food that you want to eat, hindi yung mapipilitan ka na ubusin para hindi masayang.



We are just a group of 5 so medyo busog na kami sa first serving of meat pa lang but we still order Woo Samgyup, Yangyeom Woo Samgyup and Bulgogi para matagal-tagal pa kwentuhan namin.

Watch the video here. 

Reminders 

1. Minimum of 2 pax to avail the unlimited promo
2. One table should avail of the same unlimited set (Unli A or Unli B)
3. Strictly no leftovers (uncooked, cooked food) Leftover charge: P200 per plate.
4. No takeout
5. No outside food & drinks.
6. No service charge.
7. Lifting of the exhaust tube is prohibited to maintain its good ventilation.

Wow Samgyup Unlimited Korean Grill
Carmona, Cavite

Vikings are part of Northern Europe history, it became a symbol of the Scandinavian countries. There are Viking Ship Museums in Denmark, Sweden, and Norway so when we are planning for our Scandinavian Trip, I don’t know if I will visit all the Viking Museums or I will just choose one. Since Denmark is the first leg of our trip, I included this on my itinerary.


Viking Ship Museum is located outside Copenhagen so you need to ride the train and bus in order to reach the museum. For our second day in Copenhagen, we woke up early and left the hotel before 9AM. From Copenhagen Central Station we took a train to Roskilde Station, travel time is more or less 30 minutes. From Roskilde Station, you can ride Bus 203 or walk. Since we did not see any bus, we decided to walk than waste our time waiting for the bus. It was a long 2 kilometer walk with a kid in tow, we reached the Viking Ship Museum before it opened.



On your way to the Viking Ship Hall, you will already see the Boatyard, Museum Harbour and Labyrinth or Trojaborg. So while waiting for the Museum, my son tried this Trojaborg. According to the signboard, “In Scandinavia, Trojaborg is often associated with the superstitions of sailors and fishermen. It could help to contain ominous winds or act as a trap for the fairy folk, who persecuted people and brought bad luck. Today, it is used as a form of meditation which gives focus and inner peace.”



Viking Ship Museum in Roskilde was built in 1969, it focuses on the Viking’s Maritime craftmanship and boat collection, and of course, it showcases the five original Viking ships that were excavated in 1962. These Skundelev ships were deliberately sunk in Roskilde Fjord, which served as a protective barrier from their enemy. The five ships ranged from cargo to warships and they witnessed war, trade, and sea voyagers during 1070.


Viking Ship Museum is FREE if you have the Copenhagen Card. Just show your pass and the staff will give you a bracelet. We watched the 14-minute introduction film at their cinema, just ask the staff for the schedule if you prefer a specific language. Available languages are Danish, English, French, Italian, Chinese, Russian, Spanish and German.

The Viking Ships 


Then we started exploring the Museum Exhibits, and we saw the different types of Skuldelev Ships. Imagine these ships were sunk and now you can still see some parts that have survived throughout these years.

Skuldelev 1 - Ottar - The Ocean-Going Trader

It is a large ocean-going cargo ship from Sognefjord in Western Norway. It sailed over the North Sea, Baltic Sea, and North Atlantic.

Skuldelev 2 - Havhingsten fra Glendalough - The Great Longship 

It is a war machine that is built to carry 65-70 warriors manning the oars at high speed. The ship moves even without the wind.

Skuldelev 3 - Roar Edge - The Coastal Trader 


A small, elegant, and sturdy trading ship that was built for transporting goods in Danish Coastal waters and Baltic Sea.

Skuldelev 5 - Helge Ask - The Small Longship 


It is one of the smallest longships in war fleet and ideal for sailing in Danish coastal water and Baltic Sea.

Skuldelev 6 - Kraka Fyr and Skjoldungen - The Fishing Vessel 

It is a fishing boat and transport boat that was built in the Sognefjord in Western Norway.

Climb Aboard and Dress Like a Viking 

At the end of the exhibitions, there is Climb Aboard where you can see, hear, feel, and sense how Vikings sail across the open sea. There are two ships complete with equipment and trading goods which guest can explore. To complete the experience, you can also wear a costume and take a picture with the Viking Ships. It is just hard to take photos because there are also other guests.

Special Exhibitions and Museum Shop 


There is also a special exhibition that showcases the history of Skuldelev Ships, and how they preserve and reconstruct it. Before going out, you can also buy souvenirs at their souvenir shops, you can buy books, jewelry, decorations, and textiles.


The Viking Ship Hall is not that big, you only need at least an hour to explore it. I chose the Viking Ship Museum in Denmark because I thought that we could ride the Nordic boat and sail out on Roskilde Fjord but unfortunately, it is only open from May 1 to September 30. During high season and holidays, they also offer some activities and workshops such as woodcutting and willow weaving.


Anyway, we’re still happy to see the Viking Ship Museum. From here, you can also visit The Roskilde Cathedral which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Watch the video here 

Read: Day 1 in Copenhagen Denmark
Roskilde Cathedral

Viking Ship Museum Admission Fee 

DKK150 Adult
FREE Child (0-17 yrs old)
FREE - Copenhagen Card

Opening Hours

01.01 - 30.04 10AM to 4PM
01.05 - 21:10 - 10AM to 5PM
22.10 - 30.12 - 10AM to 4PM
Closed on December 24, 25 and 31.
Winter and Easter Holidays 10AM to 5PM
Boat Trips -01.05 - 30.09

Viking Ship Museum in Roskilde Denmark
Vindeboder 12, 4000, Roskilde
Train: Roskilde
Bus: 203 (From Roskilde Station)