I got to the Cebu Pacific queue at 10:25 am. Exactly 1 hour before the boarding time. The taxi fare from Magallanes to Airport amounted to P237.00. Quite steep. 

I purposely didn't come to the Davao Airport early with the girls (Jhanis offered a ride) because I had to prepare my pet cats' meals for the next 8 days that I'd be gone---and because I thought Cebu Pacific still had that special lane for passengers who did the Web check-in and just had to drop their bags. The line was snaking but when it was my turn at the check in counter, the woman asked for my passport. I had to call Jhanis, and a few minutes later Yeng showed up with my passport in hand. I was slightly shocked to learn that I won't see my luggage til Incheon. Oh well, at least I don't have to wheel around with my enormous trolley bag around NAIA. 

Some chitchat with the girls at a cafe. It's Yeng's first trip abroad. And first time away from her daughter. Jhanis is looking spiffy in her DM boots, white blouse and knitted light brown jacket ensemble. Yeng is working the bohemian look. I on the other hand am wearing a black necktie for a belt because I don't want to take off my belt at the security scanner. I bought P999 high cut synthetic leather shoes at Unitop the other day. I hope they don't give up on me while we're strolling.

First time to apply for and successfully get a tourist visa for any foreign country.