100 Lucky Juans Winners

Cebu Pacific's 100 Lucky Juans contest came to a conclusion last August 18, 2013. We'd like to take this opportunity to congratulate all the winners who will be flying in the inaugural flight of Cebu Pac's Big Juan from Dubai to Manila this coming October. Woot, we wish we can join you, guys! (Cebu Pac, are you reading this? Haha!)

We wish we can write about all the winning entries in this contest but we only have limited space in the blog so we chose a few that really touched our hearts... You all know that The Pink Tarha ladies are children of overseas Filipino workers, right? We even wrote about our experiences in one of our first entries in 2009 in honor of our fathers who endured the harsh desert to provide well for us. And so, we salute these parents who are dedicating their entries to their children. And we hope their children appreciate all the hard work and sacrifices their parents did for them.

Andre Dela Cruz looks forward to his vacation so he can reunite with his family whom he considers as his true home. This photo is full of happiness and love.

The joy of being with a loved one.

Divina Gracia Morillo recognizes the hardship of working abroad as a housemaid, especially in Dubai. But she doesn't give up because she's doing it for her parents and children. Like what she said in her entry, "Working in Dubai is so hard but that's life. We have to survive every day for our family." We're sure our parents, when they were away from us during the 90s, also felt the same way. It's nice to know that Divina doesn't want to waste precious seconds on her vacation. She's spending it all with her family.

This winning entry by Joey Eva is truly worth that seat to a beautiful vacation. He left the Philippines to give his son a better future but in return, he wasn't able to see the milestones in his son's life, especially when his son started attending school. This photo brings joy and sadness. Such a touching moment. 

Awww, cute!

I can imagine my father's emotions when he couldn't attend my and my siblings' recognition days and graduations. Ahh, the memories! But good for Joey, he will now be able to go home this October. His son will be in for a treat!

And speaking of graduation, Grenor Salvador's photo of his daughter on her graduation day is also poignant. He hasn't seen his children for four years. We're so glad he won because he will be able to come home this October and see his daughter get married. He won't miss that lovely moment of walking his daughter down the aisle. Awww.

Celebrating milestones

We are so happy for the winners of the 100 Lucky Juans contest. Check out all the winners here. We hope that they enjoy their prize this October. Don't forget to wave when you pass above Riyadh. Oh, right, you won't. But do remember that The Pink Tarha is cheering you on. We hope you all have a great vacation with your family and friends. Thanks Cebu Pacific for making this possible!

*This entry is sponsored by Cebu Pacific. All opinions are the writer's.

More Fun For Juan

7.5 MILLION 

Imagine that figure. 

Now picture it as the number of people flying all over the Philippines and Asia… via the planes of Cebu Pacific… Yep, Cebu Pacific flew 7.5 million passengers from January to June 2013, an 8% increase from last year's 6.9 million passengers in the same period. 

Flying Filipinos Asia-wide!

Isn't it amazing how many people, especially Filipinos, have been traveling over the last six months? It only means that truly, air travel has become very affordable and convenient! And Cebu Pacific has been at the forefront of these changes and triumphs. Their increased presence in key markets, strategic seat sales offers and continuous network expansion have contributed to their passenger growth. 

Increased flights from Manila to Bali, Cebu to Masbate, and Cebu to Camiguin have helped. Also their services to countries such as Cambodia, Indonesia, South Korea, and Brunei have contributed to more foreign tourist arrivals in the country. You know Cebu Pac, add a flight to Riyadh and we'll double your figures! Haha! :P 

Have you flown Cebu Pac recently?

We're thankful though that their Dubai flights will be starting this October. It's a good start in the Middle East. As Candice Iyog, CEB VP for Marketing and Distribution, said, "This is a very exciting time for Cebu Pacific and our guests, as we take delivery of more brand-new aircraft and launch new routes in the coming months." Have you see the Big Juan? You should! 

Apart from these changes that will surely entice Filipinos and tourists to fly with Cebu Pac, the airline has the most fun promos and offers. Take for example the newest Juan For Fun Backpacker Challenge that will bring five teams of students to 6 local destinations in the Philippines… all-expense paid!!! For more details, visit the Juan For Fun website.

JUAN FOR FUNNN!

Hep for those who are no longer students (ehermn), don't forget the 100 Lucky Juans contest too. It's still ongoing! So, OFWs in the United Arab Emirates, you still have this month to send your entries! Visit the Cebu Pacific Facebook page and click on the 100 Lucky Juans app!

*This entry is sponsored by Cebu Pacific. All opinions are the writer's.