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The Probinsyana is a CERTIFIED Online Shopaholic

I'm one of this generation's so called shop-'til-you-drop online shopping addicts and I already have numerous transactions with online shops. And as a self-confessed online shopaholic, I think it's my duty to share some useful reviews about my experiences in online shopping.

What is SHOPEE?

Recently, I've come across a new shopping platform-it's called Shopee. It's an application that you can download. (If your an android user you can download it here and if your an apple user, you can download it here.)

Why buy in SHOPEE?

Unlike Zalora, it's not limited to fashion items like clothes, bags, shoes and accessories. Shopee is a one-stop shop that offers a variety of products from premium Home and Living products to hard to find Korean beauty products.

What I like about Shopee is it's Cash on Delivery system that you can avail with just a minimum of 250 pesos of purchase. You can pay as soon as the item is delivered to you!

Useful features in SHOPEE:

1. Better/organized search results

Whenever I search for an item on Shopee's search button, I narrow down my options by clicking on Top Sales. This way, I will know which items are fast-selling (meaning they're good quality) and which shops are trusted by most customers.

2. Chat features

You can chat sellers and inquire about a certain item and you can also see if they're online or not (Yes, just like facebook's messenger.

3. 'Make an offer' feature aka 'tawad button'

Oh yes . You can feel the Filipino thrifty spirit in Shopee because there's a feature wherein you can ask a mark down of prices for the items you want to buy. The seller will decide whether she will accept or decline the offer. How cool is that? I've tried it several times especially when I'm going to buy in bulk. It will save you some bucks plus you'll get to buy extra items .

4. Free-shipping and C.O.D (cash on delivery)

Shopee and LBC has partnered so sellers can offer free shipping to customers. If your order has reached 250 pesos then you'll avail of free shipping. What's even more convenient is you can also pay on a cash on delivery basis. They deliver anywhere in the Philippines. I bought numerous items from Shopee and they all arrived in good condition.

5. Shoppers can rate the sellers

Shoppers can finally rate the seller. Of course most online selling platforms has review sections for buyers. But unlike other websites, customers create their own account and are subject for verification. You can only rate a product once you bought it.

6. There's so much products to choose from-from food/goods to cosmetics/make-up to household items

It's vast variety of items makes an online shopaholic like me get addicted and hooked to online shopping. You can browse and 'heart' a certain item you like. It serves as a bookmark and you can also automatically place it in your virtual cart.

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As you know, the Philippines only has 2 seasons-dry and wet. And by dry season, we mean Summer. Usually, it begins by the month of March and ends by May. It's the most awaited season of the year,mostly by students because it signals the end of the school year and the start of summer get-aways and adventure. For young professionals like me, I look forward to relatives from abroad or other cities going home, whom I only get to see this time of the year.

This year, my cousins living in urban cities are itching to go to the beach. Since most of them are into posting photos on instagram or facebook, I decided to bring them to the picturesque Canigao Island in Matalom Leyte.

Canigao is an islet located in the Philippines, near the municipality of Matalom, Leyte. The area is known for abundant fishing grounds and scenic coral reef areas suitable for diving.

It's similar to other islands found in other areas of the Philippine islands only that it's uninhabited, featuring a lighthouse as it's only significant man-made structure. The beaches have white sand, with sea creatures and extensive coral reef in the surrounding waters making it suitable for scuba divers. The crystal clear blue water and powdery sand of Canigao Island attracts more and more tourists each year.

It took us less than an hour to travel by multi-cab, from my hometown (Maasin City) to Matalom, Leyte. For commuters, there are several buses going to Matalom. A one way ride will cost you around Php 50.00.

This hidden gem is accessible only via pump boat. We were made to wear orange life vests of course for safety purposes. I'll be updating this blog and will post the fees for the pumpboat ride.

The sky was a bit gloomy when our pumpboat sailed. Thank God, It didn't rain!

Beach-goers enjoying the clear blue waters basking in the heat of Mr. Sun

Another tourist watching the island while waiting patiently to arrive.

Hi there! It's me wearing a blue (swim)suit. My favorite color:)

I even had my back tattooed . (music+science=love) There's a (hena) tattoo artist on the island. Price starts at Php 50 per tattoo. So for those who want to show off some skin and tan lines, a tattoo will complement it.

That's me enjoying a walk.

Meet my cousins. Aren't they cool?

The island is not just about sand and sea. It's also surrounded with a lush, green and virgin forest.

There are several awesome rock formations on the island too.

...and another one.

Blue skies, clear blue waters, beautiful weather= perfect summer getaway.

Canigao Island, is a must-visit hidden gem in the South. It's a place you'll want to come back over and over again .

PS: By the way, I failed to mention that fresh sea foods are also available at an affordable price (I forgot to take pictures of it). If you're a seafood gastronome like me, then it's definitely the place to be.

Love,