Nuffnang Asia Pacific Blog Awards December 26, 2011
As you know, my blog was the Philippine finalist (Best Lifestyle Blog) for the Nuffnang Asia-Pacific Blog Awards (NAPBAS). All the finalists and other bloggers were invited to the event in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
The truth is, I had second thoughts on flying out to Malaysia as I had several advertising jobs booked and after eleven months of non-stop work, I was exhausted. In fact, the day before my flight, I just finished styling a TVC shoot. So basically, from work, I went straight to the airport… in Clark, Pampanga… at 5:30 am. @.@
It was my family who really pushed me to go. They knew how passionate I was in blogging and to have the opportunity to represent the Philippines was an honour. They told me that I could rest when I get back. Oh-kay… thanks guys, ha.
Scenes from the airport:
Say ni Michael Jackson, "Who's bad?"
Name that luggage
All I can say is, thank God for zippers!
Do not judge me, Erwan!!!:P
Touchdown Malaysia!
This is for realz!
BONGGA ang Malaysia! LOL
After 12 hours of traveling (don’t ask why), we finally arrived at Marriott Hotel in Putrajaya. Needless to say, I. Am. Hungry.
Hotel burgers rock!
We arrived in KL at around 5:30pm and the awards night was at 7pm. Oh-kay… I. Can. Do. This.
The Nuffnang Asia Pacific Blog Awards (NAPBAS)
NAPBAS is an event where the best of the best bloggers in Asia-Pacific are celebrated and honored for their hard work and contribution to the blogosphere.
Last December 16, 500 bloggers and guests from all over the Asia-Pacific region walked the red carpet and treated to a night of fine dining and entertainment in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Love the ribbon corsage they gave all the finalist
NAPBAS is one of the most prestigious blog awards in Asia.
NAPBAS is not entirely a popularity contest. Love that!
Read about the panel of judges here.
Team Philippines
Finalists: Erwan Heussaff (for Best Food Blog), me (for Best Lifestyle Blog), and Camille Co (for Best Fashion Blog)
Les Girls: Me, Camille Co, and Lareen Uy
Meet my roommate, Kring! She is the youtube sensation of My Korean Boyfriend (so far, almost 500,000 views!)
Kring of http://mykoreanboyfriend.com
She is also responsible for my minor “heart attack”! Haha!
Me: “Hi! I’m Jenni!”
Kring: “I’m Kring!”
Me: “Blah, blah, blah!”
Kring: “Blah, blah, blah… Do you know who you’re up against?”
Me: “Uhm, I have an idea. I clicked the links of my fellow nominees from the Nuffnang site. Though, I didn’t have time to do my research.”
Kring: “OMG! Do you know that you’re up against Xiaxue??? She’s a legend! She won Best Lifestyle Blog, Most Influential Blog, and Region’s Best Blog during the last NAPBAS! She’s huge in Singapore! But you know… good luck! Hope you win!”
Me: “WHAT??? Now, I’m nervous.”
Kring: “Hindi! Kaya mo yan!”
Me: “Thanks.” @.@
The young and the restless: Nuffnang's big bosses, Cheo Ming Shen and Timothy Tiah Ewe Tiam
Presenters: “And the winner of the Best Lifestyle Blog goes to…” *drumroll*
Kring (my roomie): “Tingin ko si Xiaxue na yan.” *sad face*
Me: “Yeah, yeah!” *Busy-busyhan with my phone*
Presenters: “JEEENEEE PEARSON!”
Team Philippines: *goes wild* CLAP! CLAP! CLAP!
Me: *claps* *disoriented*
Team Philippines: *screaming and pointing at me* “YOU WON! YOU WON! YOU WON!”
Me: “I’m Jeeeneee Pearson? Oh! I’m Jeenee Pearson!” *catatonic*
Believe me, I had no idea that I won. The way the presenters pronounced my name did not register in my brain or I was just too nervous!!! NKKLK! Haha!
I won! I won!
NAPBAS 2011 Best Lifestyle Blog
Thank you Nuffnang for this award! I’m so honoured!
Bigatin 'tong award — the trophy weighs 8 -10 lbs.! Haha!
Overwhelmed=)
I’m glad I flew to Malaysia. It was a great opportunity to meet fellow bloggers from Australia, China, Singapore, and the rest of Asia-Pacific. I feel such a newb in your presence! Haha! I learned so much from all of you!
Love, Team Philippines
Here’s the complete list of winners for Nuffnang Asia-Pacific Blog Awards 2011:
Best Photography Blog – Photoblog.hk
Best Geek Blog – Geekout.ph
Best Food Blog – LadyIronChef.com
Best Fashion Blog – Cheeserland.com
Most Original Blog Design – EatShowandTell.com
Best Parenting Blog – Childhood101.com
Best Travel Blog – JustWandering.org
Best Entertainment Blog – Beautifulnara.com
Best Lifestyle Blog – JenniEpperson.com
Hidden Gem – Googlygooeys.com
Best Micro Blog – KennySia.com
Most Influential blog – XiaXue.sg
Region’s Best blog – XiaXue.sg
Team Philippines got four awards during NAPBAS! Congratulations team! Reprezent!
Thank you’s:
Thanks to everyone who voted for my blog and to those who helped me campaign! Special thanks to all the celebrities and personalities (especially Tim Yap) who promoted my blog and retweeted the NAPBAS link to their hundreds of thousands of Twitter followers! I’m grateful for all your support! I love you!
After party:
Malaysia = Fashion + Food
One can never be too tired to shop. LOL
When in Malaysia, eat spicy noodles!
I’m more inspired than ever to blog!
Comments (19)
Congrats again ms.jenni. Your teamjenniration is so proud of you. Omg! You.Are.So.Slim *envy*
Conratulations Ms. Jeeenee Pearson!
haha
Congrats, Jenni!
BONGGANG-BONGGA! 
congratulations ms.jenni!
I knew it! Congratulations! Enjoy the rest of the Holiday season! <3
Bentang benta yang burger, we also ordered that!
Congrats again Ms. Jeeeneee Pearson!
Hi Nina!
Nakatatlong order yata ako! Haha!
Congrats again my friend!
Thanks for listing out all the winners ! I’ve been looking for it. Aaand CONGRATULATIONS to you ! =D
Congratulations, Ms. Jenni! This was an award that went to someone who really deserved it. It was an honor to meet you on the trip
Thanks Noelle a.k.a. “Dance, Kitty dance!” LOL
So nice to meet you too!
Congrats Jenni!
Your blog is definitely a must-read!
On a side note, do you mind my asking where you got your boots?
Hi Marga!
I got my Doc Martens in HK. I ordered them from Kristine http://shophk.tumblr.com
Congrats Ms. Jenni!!
Congratulations Ms. Jenni!! @teamjenniration is so proud of you.
Congrats Ms. Jenni!
luv those boots ^_^
Have a healthy and blessed New Year to you and your family.
jelly
I spy your Rimowa X Adora(?) Salsa Air luggage cabin size(?)! In case it is, then we have the same luggage!
Not only did I spy that, but you wrapped a ribbon too around the handle? I mean, a real tied ribbon manner. I do that also with an added piece of a plastic pearl at the center. 
Anyway, congratulations again! Everything seems to be doing great for you and I hope they are!
Hi “I Spy”!
Yes, you are correct! Only, I had the Adora sticker replace with Rimowa. ;D
Thanks!
J
Wow! I really love those boots! And thank God they have zippers! Thank you for inspiring me to blog more! More power to you and your blog.
hi! if i may ask, what’s the material used in your boots? smooth or buttero (i am thinking of ordering online, inspired by this picture!) thanks!!!