Philippine Reduced Travel Tax

Travelling is fun; it should be enjoyable and less stressful. Paying travel tax is a real burden on our pocket. Why our country is imposing travel tax on its own countrymen? I don't want to pay P1,620 for each of us, so I find ways on how to avail of discount on our travel tax rates. I checked the website of Department of Tourism, now TIEZA or Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority. As stated in PD 1183, the listing is provided for those who are entitled to reduced travel tax rate and exempted from payment of travel tax. Being dependents of an OCW, we are categorized into privileged reduced travel tax. Documents on its original form should be presented for validation including passport, OEC (balik mangagawa form), Marriage Certificate, Birth Certificate and e-ticket. Don't bother to photocopy, they will do it for you and it's free of charge. There are travel tax offices in Manila and also in the provinces to serve you better. Take note of the POEA Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC), the front desk staff will ask you for the original copy. I gave him the scanned copy showing the stamps, yet he is not satisfied.

I told the representative that how could that be possible to provide such copy where in fact the OCW travels alone by himself and that pertinent document was with him at the time of travel and upon checking in, any traveler are not allowed to go out of the premise. Still he insists that it should be provided. I reasoned out that it was our first time to travel as dependents so I don't know that OEC should be on its original format. He made a lot of side comments, such as "Ma'am, I will allow this for now but next time, you should comply." Then I heard him saying in a minimal tone "next time you'll do the same". I don't want to argue with this nut. I feel great that I have contributed a portion to his salary for the travel tax that I'm paying. Besides, I don't want to suffer from headaches; it will be a long journey for us with two kids travelling with me. I had already processed my children's reduced travel tax in the main office of TIEZA, yet there are no nasty remarks from the officer and she didn't even bother to ask for the original form of OEC. They treated me fairly and courteously like any human being. 

I paid P500 each, P300 for travel tax and P200 for processing fee. I was able to save P3,360. What a relief! In 2011, I also applied for standard reduced travel tax for minors between 2 to 12 years of age. A certificate will be issued to the applicant, thus will be presented upon checking in at the airport.

TRAVEL TAX RATES

	First Class Passage	Economy Class Passage
Full rate	PHP 2700	PHP 1620
Standard reduced rate	PHP 1350	PHP 810
Privileged reduced rate for dependents of Overseas Contract Workers (OCWs)	PHP 400	PHP 300

A Processing fee of Php 200.00 is collected for each certificate issued.

Photobook Philippines discounted deals (Review)

Most of us treasured memories being together with our family, thus photo album making became a part of every household member, whether digital or the traditional scrap-booking type. I'm one of those who keep records of any occasion, travel, and life event I had for decades. Gone are the days you need to buy films, batteries, and flash bulbs for your camera and let the professionals do the job of developing your roll into beautiful crafted pictures. Digital camera was born and you will no longer pay for the cost of unwanted photos. Thanks to our technology, life makes it easier. 

screenshot of the promotion

Today, preserving your photos is like fashion trending for new styles and colors. Photobook was introduced by several companies competing with each other and offering different promotions. The deal from MetroDeal offered 75% savings which is too good to be true. You can create your own personalized softcover photobook for P500 instead of paying P2,000. It was proven that the more discounts given, the more people will buy as evident for 2,888 who purchase the service. I was amazed of the offer and grab my voucher. 

Photobook according to Wikipedia is a book in which photographs make a significant contribution to the overall content.

After installing the software, I created an online account and started designing my own photobook. Page styles, frames, backgrounds, and designs vary according to your needs and themes. There are several ready books also to choose from for different book size and style. The instructions are easy to follow and the tools are user-friendly. The software by the way is free to download and you can go back to your project anytime you want. Internet connection is not needed unless you are ready to place your order.

details of shipment

During the checkout process, you will be asked to enter your voucher code. Be mindful of the expiry date as this cannot be extended. I am near my deadline; my voucher is valid until August first, so I need to finish my other photobook. Shipping fee is not included. I paid P350 for a Medium Portrait of 40 pages Imagewrap type. Production of the album will start as soon as you have completed uploading your files. Photobook Philippines will send you email promptly acknowledging your purchase and notifying the status of your order. The service courier provided is really fast. You can track the delivery process of your order by checking the tracking code number provided to you. After three days, I already receive my photo album. The product itself is satisfying and the book binding looks good and sturdy enough to last a lifetime. My chosen cover was wrapped beautifully into a matte-laminated format. The photos are printed on a premium silk paper as stated in the fine print. I can’t deny my admiration for its glossy appeal and the smoothness it feels when you touch the pages. However, the image quality did not pass my standard. It looks very different from the one I created, lacking its radiance, dull and dim; it seems that the cartridge was almost drained from its ink. Should I deserve this kind of service in exchange of availing the product for a discounted rate? Well, I guess not.

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A day spent in the park - Quezon Memorial Circle

My youngest gets bored and kept on asking me on a daily basis that we need to visit the park. He serves as a constant reminder, like a digital diary that is popping up and humming its alarm tone in a favorite not so well known acoustic melody of "Nothings' Gonna Stop Us Now". Well, I have a very good reason not to walk the way it used to be. My feet are in agony due to my overweight status. You read it right! I have an excess flab of about 15 pounds. Too bad, my physician reiterates to me a couple of times during our one hour meeting that I need to cut off the unwelcome, unwanted, and unhealthy fats I gained over the past two years. Diet or suffer pain? I presume you don't want a collection of analgesics and non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in your purse. Duh! So let's do it. 

Quezon Memorial Circle is a national park situated inside a circular traffic island along Eliptical Road fronting Quezon City Hall. It has a mausoleum which stands at 66 meters tall where the remains of late President Manuel L. Quezon and his wife, first Lady Aurora Quezon laid to rest. In 1979, by virtue of a presidential decree, President Ferdinand E. Marcos mandated the site as National Shrine.

How can I possibly concentrate with what I'm doing here? The rustic smell of the iron bars was disturbing. Elections were over and winning candidates were already proclaimed. Oh how on earth these officials won’t even shed money for repainting public facilities such as this. Anyway, I started stretching, walking, jogging, and ended up joining a group dancing in a beat of Gangnam Style.

We stroll the area and found a lot of stalls selling goods such as foods, toys, clothes, apparels, and ornamental plants. There was a large amount of visitor during that day considering weekend and bonding moments for most families. Capturing this shot was not easy, these boys are camera shy. 

There's a new attraction in the park and I'm pretty sure every child will want to try, Go-Kart Riding. Your kid will enjoy 20 minutes ride for only P40. The ride is really short making them ask for another.

There's also boat ride and zip line, looks like you are in Burnham Park in Baguio City. We  haven't tried this one, maybe on our next visit. Don't miss the opportunity to have your photo shot on this spot. A lot of my friends were asking where this was taken.

There are several activities to enjoy such as having picnic, biking, playing in the huge play station and watch the dancing fountain glitters at night. 

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Guide for DFA Authentication of Documents (Red Ribbon)

All Filipinos planning to work abroad should undergo the process of authenticating all the needed documents required by your agency/employer. Why need a red-ribbon? Sovereign states usually require authentication of foreign documents to be used. It is a way of providing your employer legitimate documents. Here's a simple steps to guide you on how to Do It Yourself. As an individual who's eager to accomplish all tasks in an organized way, thus sharing once again my own experience in getting my credentials authenticated. 

Here is the list of documents that need to be authenticated for Nurses:

• Transcript of Records and Diploma -- Certification (CAV) from the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and certified true copies from the school
• Professional Identification Card, Board Certificate, and Board Ratings -- certified true copies authenticated by Philippine Regulation Commission 
• Certificates of Employment -- should have a duly notarized affidavit with certificates attached to it

For State Universities:
You can get your CAV from your respective school and follow this process listed below. On the other hand, for those private universities, the registrar office will forward your school credentials to CHED, then CHED will send your documents directly to DFA after their verification of your legit school attendance. This process will take longer as you need to go back to your alma mater to get your DFA claim stub. Proceed to DFA on the date of release and pay the necessary authentication fee. This will take in less than a month period, really time consuming for processing school documents. Same steps apply to other documents that needs authentication in the Department of Foreign Affairs.

STEPS:

1. Secure an application form (blue) from the counter near the entrance of Gate 2. Fill it out and select which documents to be authenticated. (Maximum of 5 documents per application form)  
   
2. Line up and sit on the benches provided. It will take you nearly an hour or more depending on the queue.
3. Present your documents for initial validation by the personnel assigned in each processing window. Don't forget to bring a valid ID.
4. Proceed to cashier for payment of applicable authentication fee. Php 100 for regular processing which takes 4 working days and Php 200 for rush, the document will be available the following day.  
5. Provide a duplicate copy of the receipt to the same processing window where your documents had been accepted.
6. Claim the authenticated document on the release date by first placing your machine validated receipt on the box provided on the counter near the entrance. Second, wait for your name to be called. Lastly, prepare your ID and authorization letter for verification. Note: Be sure to run a spell-check at your documents before leaving DFA so that you will not repeat the same process all over again.

Update: 

There's a separate door now which holds all the claim stubs and receipts; classified into expedite receipts (red), regular receipts (yellow), box for PWDs, senior citizens & pregnant women (orange) and claim stubs (green). It is more convenient and faster claiming documents better than before.

REMINDER:

In case an applicant won't be able to process his/her own document, an authorized representative can file on their behalf. The following should be provided:

1. Authorization letter or Special Power of Attorney from the applicant
2. Photocopy of the applicant's ID bearing its signature
3. Representative's own ID bearing its signature

All documents not claimed after (3) months from the scheduled date of release will be disposed.

Click here for the complete listing of documents that can be authenticated and their requirements.

DFA Authentication Division has been transferred to Aseana Building, corner Bradco Ave., Diosdado Macapagal Blvd., Paranaque City. 

There are several jeepneys available for commuters with routes going to DFA:

1. From Buendia -- blue jeep
2. From MRT Taft -- orange jeep 
3. From Baclaran -- yellow jeep

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There is an online service application for documents that needs DFA authentication. If you are residing abroad or away from Manila, you can visit the site of DFA Express Authentication.


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PRC License Renewal in 45 minutes

It is an obligation and also a part of our duty as professionals to renew our PRC card once every three years. My license is still current and will expire next year, yet I need a short trip to Professional Regulation Commission to have it renew earlier. I came at exactly 3:30 in the afternoon and started the process of renewal. I am sharing my own experience like taking the initial steps as easy as Nursing 101.

What you will need to bring: 5P's

1. Professional Identification Card (PIC) -- not really necessary but it's better to be prepared when ask for it
2. Picture -- passport size, colored w/ collar in white background and with full name tag in the format of last name, given name and middle initial (1 pc)
3. Pen (black)
4. Paste or Glue
5. Payment/Cash (P450) bring exact amount

Procedures: 

1. Get renewal form from Public Assistance Counter booth on the left side from the entrance gate. 
2. Fill out the form. Your photo should be pasted not stapled. There is a paste provided in the counter if in case you forgot to bring one.  
   
3. Submit your completed form in window 13. They are accepting renewal applications until 4:00 pm only. 
4. Sit back and relax, wait for your name to be called. It took me about 15 minutes before someone announced my name using microphone.  
5. Go to window 17 and get your printed Application for Professional Identification Card. They are more systematic nowadays, entering your personal details into their data base then printing it out.  
   
6. Proceed to cashier for payment. It is situated outside the PRC main building. I was done in the next 30 minutes. There are four counters; however, two of them were already closed making an inventory of their total collections for the day.

7. Claim your PIC on the scheduled date specified in your claim slip. Check for the designated window to guide you. The usual waiting period is between 14-21 days. Bring your official receipt. Remember that claiming of ID is from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm only. Note: Representative with proper identification should present Special Power of Attorney/Authorization Letter from the registered professional and this original claim slip. I'm ready to leave the premise at about 4:15 pm.  
   
   
   
   I hope you may find this article helpful. It's the same process for different professions with variations for renewal fee. There are renewal centers also found in SM malls but I think it's better to go the main office. For your reference, you can click here for the official website of PRC.
   
   

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She Took Away My Nap

Taking a nap during break time is very common in any industry, resting as you are trying to replenish your almost drained energy so you can get back on track.  A nap is a short period of sleep, typically taken during daylight hours. Napping for 20 minutes can help refresh the mind, improve overall alertness, increase productivity, and minimize mistakes and accidents. 

Most road traffic accidents we're attributed to drivers feeling sleepy while driving. Taking a short nap before driving can reduce a person's risk of being drowsy to avoid putting yourself and others being harmed. If you feel you are about to doze off when driving, you should rest immediately, drink caffeinated beverages and take a power nap. 

Working at night shifts may cause fatigue and performance impairments. Our body's automatic response is to sleep at night, making it almost sleep-deprived for those who are night shift workers. Despite being asleep the whole day, you will still feel sleepy working at night. A combination of taking naps and consuming caffeine to cope with sleepiness during graveyard shift has been found to be effective and beneficial. 

It is also believed that napping may relieve headaches. 

One of our staff created this poem for me, it's been years ago but I was able to keep a copy of this precious piece.

Once I stole a nap

While coding on a rap

Feel sleepy while on work

No jup to give a joke.

Close my eyes

My head I lay

On the table

Near the gable.

Jerking, Land, Jup, and Ceiling

All feels sleepy but laughing

'Bout the ways and mays

'Bout jokes and gags.

Ms AJ came to check

To wreck the peck

Stop the killer on the loose

Catch the thief for a snap.

But all woke up and smell her essence

Oh, my! Oh, my!

Once I stole a nap but AJ

Took it away!

Chess Nervous

I am more excited for my eldest son's upcoming event on Saturday, June 8, 2013. He will be joining chess tournament, his first time aside from competing inside the school campus. The said event will take place on King's School Manila. He is a member of their varsity club competing against other schools. He won in his first attempt by getting third place.
I don't know if he can survive the game. For sure, he will not forget the experience being a newbie. I a mom who does not know any of the moves or concept of that board game, yet happy to see my child's interest and I know he can excel in that field.

Sunflower of UP Diliman

Summer is remarkable in UP Diliman as soon as the sunflower starts to bloom. It also reminds university students to rush up everything and finish their works be done on time such as thesis, clearance, and requirements. Graduation march is almost near. You can't resist the charm of sunflower; every passerby will stop on University Avenue to capture a nice photo of the rising sunflower.

Sunflowers symbolizes end of college days come April and welcomes freshmen. It is planted annually between January to February so it will be in full blown during graduation rites on April.

The sunflower (Helianthus annuus) is an annual plant; its name comes from the flower's shape and image, which is often used to depict the sun.  The plant has a rough, hairy stem, broad, coarsely toothed, rough leaves and circular heads of flowers.

A sunflower is not just a single flower. It has a large flowering head, also known as a "composite flower" which holds numerous florets (small flowers). Ray florets are the outer petal. The florets inside the circular head are called disc florets, which mature into seeds and is arrange in a spiral pattern. Sunflowers commonly grow to heights between 1.5 and 3.5 m (5–12 ft.).

Filipino Style Macaroni Dish

Craving for pasta recipe? Here's one easy to cook that I'll be sharing with you. My kids loved its taste, precious and priceless as compared to restaurants and fast food chains. Instead of using spaghetti noodles, I used elbow macaroni. It's been one of the favorite foods during parties and any occasion. I consider this as a comfort food for children, especially to my youngest that is very choosy and extremely difficult to feed.

*History of Macaroni

Macaroni is a variety of dry pasta made with durum wheat. Elbow macaroni noodles normally do not contain eggs, (although they may be an optional ingredient) and are normally cut in short, hollow shapes; however, the term refers not to the shape of the pasta, but to the kind of dough from which the noodle is made. Although home machines exist that can make macaroni shapes, macaroni is usually made commercially by large-scale extrusion. The curved shape is caused by the different speeds on either side of the pasta tube as it comes out of the machine. The name derives from Italian maccheroni, however Italians use maccheroni to refer to any form of pasta, whatever the shape, whether it is straight, tubular, two-inch or longer pasta. A different name, chifferi orlumaconi, refers to the elbow-shape pasta of this article.

According to legend, macaroni was brought to Italy by Marco Polo, returning to Venicefrom China in 1292. This hypothesis has long been disproved, since it seems that macaroni was already used in Italy at least a century before, like pasta in general; Moroccan geographer Muhammad al-Idrisi, who lived in Sicily, documented macaroni in Sicily and in particular in Trabia.
*Source: Wikipedia

Ingredients:

• 200 g Elbow Macaroni (snack pack)
• 1 Can 150 g Corned Beef
• Hotdog or Chicken Franks, sliced
• 250 g Spaghetti Sauce (sweet style or Filipino style)
• Onions, minced
• Garlic, minced
• Basil leaves
• Oregano leaves
• Grated cheese (cheddar of parmesan)
• Cooking Oil
• Sugar (optional, for added flavors)

Cooking Procedure:

1. Pour water in a medium sized pot, put in the stove then bring to a boil.
2. Put some salt and 1 tbsp of cooking oil.
3. Cook pasta according to instructions seen at the back label of the packaging.
4. Stir pasta to prevent from sticking, cook until tender or 'al dente'.
5. Drain then set aside.
6. In a separate sauce pan, sauté garlic and onions.
7. Add corned beef and hotdog, cook for 2 minutes.
8. Seasoned with pepper, basil leaves, and oregano (I used McCormick).
9. Put spaghetti sauce then simmer for 5 minutes.
10. Remove from heat.
11. Put sauce on top of macaroni and add grated cheese.
12. Serve and enjoy!

Straw Less KFC: A way of reducing restaurants waste

Is there a straw less society nowadays? I was surprised last night when I ordered for some food in a known fast food chain (KFC) located in a leading mall in the metro. I asked the lady dispatching my order for straw since it was for dine out. She told me that they are “straw less”.  Really? How my child was supposed to drink a cup of soda that is covered without a straw? Ironically, the cup cover has a perforated portion at the center, which is intended for punching the straw. I understand your advocacy of reducing the use of plastic nowadays but hey – have a little common sense.

I know how much waste is produced by restaurants daily and one of the culprits is drinking straw. Imagine those plastic cups, eating utensils, Styrofoam containers, wrappers and napkins that are thrown in the waste bin. With the overwhelming amount of waste produced by fast food restaurants, I am wondering if our government regulated the law concerning the issue on how it affects our life, if landfill is enough or not. Gee, my fault for not bringing my reusable drinking bottle. I should start using it also for ordering drinks over the counter.

As expected, the soda spilled as he was opening the cover every time he drinks from the cup. I've checked with the other branch of the same fast food joint, they are using straw for their drinks. How come this branch doesn't have any? My son told me that “ants” consumed all of their straw because they are saving for rainy season. It was a joke of course, a result of his imaginative and creative innocent mind. Anyway, we should learn to love more our environment by cutting down our wastes, reuse, recycle and refrain from using plastics.

Benefits of Drinking Green Tea

I’m recently taking a cup of clear green tea in mint flavor while taking a break from doing my household chores. I was surprised to see that there’s a “FEEL GOOD TIP” at the back label of my tea bag. It says “Meet your friends for lunch today”. Sounds familiar, it resembles fortune cookies wherein there’s a small note with words of wisdom or a prophecy wrapped inside. Tea manufacturer’s thought of different ways to attract their consumers. I’m used to drinking tea nowadays due its health benefits.

Green Tea is prepared from unfermented leaves from Camellia sinensis  that have undergone minimal oxidation during processing. 

Health Benefits:

• boost metabolism and help burn fats
• regulates blood sugar level
• reduces the risk of high blood pressure
• improves ratio of good cholesterol (HDL) and reduces bad cholesterol (LDL)
• prevents Atherosclerosis (thickening of the arterial wall due to fatty deposits)
• reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases
• helps prevent dental cavities
• reduces the risk of developing many forms of cancer
• delay deterioration caused by Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases
• reduces inflammation and slowing the breakdown of cartilage in Arthritis
• provide a relaxing and calming effect

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Rio De Oro

Celine

Out in a sunny Sunday morning together with my good friend Czarina for site tripping. Waking up early in the morning is an effort on my part since I am a night person. We will meet between 8:30 until 9:00 am at Jollibee Gate 3 Metro Plaza. Commuting by MRT will not give me a headache because it is family day, everyone is at home and few people will be rushing to come for work. She invited me over a week ago to see her new found property for investment. I immediately said yes with no reluctance at all.

We are bound to go to General Trias passing via Cavite Express. It was a smooth and speedy ride yet we can feel the scourging heat, the vehicle's air conditioning system is not working properly.


The project is located at Bgy. Pasong Kawayan II, General Trias, Cavite.  

• 45 minutes drive from EDSA, Pasay and Mall of Asia via Cavitex
• 35 minutes drive from Alabang via Daang Hari 

Here are some house model:

Emilio
Duplex
Lot Area = 57 sqm
Floor Area = 21.25 sqm

Antonio
Single Attached
Lot Area = 72 sqm
Floor Area = 28.75 sqm

Marie
Single Attached
Lot Area = 100 sqm
Floor Area = 30 sqm

Emilio

Celine
Single Attached with Loft
Floor Area = 50 sqm
     Ground = 25 sqm
     Porch = 10 sqm
     Loft Area = 15 sqm
Lot Area = 100 sqm
- Vinyl Tile Flooring at Living, Dining, Kitchen Area
- Concrete flooring w/ vinyl tile finish at Loft Area
- Pre-painted Rib Span Roofing
- Steel Casement Windows (Fixed & Awning Type)
- 1 Toilet & Bath
- Porch Area
- Laundry & Service Area
- Provision for 1 Car Garage


Community Features and Amenities:
Heneral Uno

• Entrance gate with Guard House
• Multi-Purpose Hall
• Neighborhood Wet and Dry Market
• As much as 1 hectare stretch of Linear Park
• Numerous pocket open spaces
• Basketball Court
• Density at 100/hectare, proudly one of the most eco-friendly communities
• Health Center
• Day Care Center

Centro De Oro

• Parks and Playground
• Swimming Pool
• Clubhouse
• Covered Basketball Court

Easy to own with flexible payment scheme. Lots only are also available.

It is a place where everything you need is just minutes away.

• Supermarkets: Savemore, Robinsons, Waltermart, SM Malls
• Restaurants: Jollibee, KFC - Kentucky Fried Chicken, Mc Donalds, Shakeys, Mang Inasal
• Banks: BDO, BPI Dela Salle, Metrobank, RCBC, PS Bank
• Schools: Lyceum, Dela Salle, St. Francis
• Hospitals: Divine Grace, Gentri Medical Center and Hospital, Inc. (GMCHI)

Developer: SM Property Sales Inc.
4th Flr. One E-com Center, Ocean Drive
Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City

Biyaheng Marinduque

A Trip to Remember

It was my first time to visit Marinduque, a heart-shaped island between Tayabas Bay in the north and Sibuyan Sea to the south. It is located south and west of Quezon, east of Mindoro  and north of Romblon. The province is known for Moriones during Lenten season. It is a religious festival held annually on holy week interpreted by locals; men and women wearing painted masks and costumes (brightly colored tunics complete with armor, shield, lance, and sword) who march around the city for seven days searching for Longinus. 

We are all set to leave as soon as we packed our things. Jam Liner is just a stone throw away from home since we are living beside GMA Network in Quezon City. We have waited for more than an hour and alas the bus is ready to leave the terminal at around 1:42 am of April first, yes it was April fool's day (hope I won't be fooled during the entire trip). Bus fare is basically ₱218; no student's discount given (brought my kids' school IDs). Travel took three and a half hour for a distance of approximately 142 kilometers (88 miles), arriving at exactly 5:12 am in Talao Talao Port, Lucena City. 

First trip going to Balanacan is schedule at 10:30 in the morning so we need to wait for another five hours. What we did is stroll along the area, jog a bit, took some photographs, tried to sleep but it was difficult when you are seated on a chair. I decided to have a little talk with fellow passenger while sipping a hot cup of coffee. Got up from my chair after chit chatting and looked around for ticket seller. 

Booth is already opened and got the chance to buy three tickets, one regular (₱260) for me and the other two for half rate (₱130) for my children. Student's fare is ₱210. Terminal fee costs ₱30 each regardless of age (not sure if below 3-feet in height is free). 

Here's the schedule of RORO (roll-on/roll-off) going to Balanacan Port, returning to Lucena Port and vice-versa. Note: Cawit Port is under maintenance.

leaving Lucena City

 These are the breathtaking and enchanting view near Balanacan Port. I can't take my eyes off from this greatness GOD has created for us.

Image of Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage standing on fisherman's wharf of Balanacan Port overlooking passengers and vessels sailing. It can be seen on your left as you approach the town of Mogpog.