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Crimson Boracay offers “mindful,” earth-friendly packages

Going above and beyond offering guests with a luxurious vacation experience, Crimson Resort & Spa Boracay also envisions a greener and more sustainable future for the planet. Through its sustainability practices, the resort entices its patrons not only with its exclusive and premium amenities, but also with its commitment to…

Seize the bay at Seda Manila Bay!

Just a stone’s throw away from Ayala Malls Manila Bay, 15 minutes away from the Ninoy Aquino International Airport, and half an hour away from the bustling central business districts of Makati and BGC, Seda Manila Bay is an all-encompassing haven for tourists and locals alike in search of a…

Color them desert

Text and photos by ALEX Y. VERGARA All that Las Vegas razzle-dazzle has its limits, especially among repeat visitors to America’s most celebrated gaming city. What to do? Whenever you find yourself again in Vegas, start venturing further afield by exploring Nevada’s great outdoors. Two nearby options worth the 20-minute…

Europa Yachts’ Lagoon Escapade PH explores Coron’s waters

Attendees enjoyed exclusive private island-hopping excursions, discovering Coron’s hidden gems and secluded beaches only accessible to those with a private boat or yacht or their own Lagoon catamaran. default Europa Yachts recently unveiled a nautical retreat as the Lagoon Escapade Philippines set sail for Coron, Palawan. Hosted at El Rio…

Discovery Samal: A secret island garden no more

By JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ Dubbed as the “Island Garden City,” Samal Island can easily go head-to-head with some of the country’s top tourist destinations, thanks to its fair share of pristine shores, underwater sights, diving cliffs, bat caves and, just quite recently, its own Discovery resort. The pristine…

Roam around the world with Globe’s affordable data promos

Globe unpacks its lineup of roaming offers designed to meet the evolving needs of travelers who want to stay online anytime, anywhere in the world — no local SIM required! It's time to GoRoam with Globe Globe's innovative roaming offers cater to the demands of today's travelers. For one, GoRoam…

How to ‘staycation’ — new normal style

What happens in a staycation these days? We spend 24 hours at Okada Manila to find out. It used to be so simple. You pick a hotel, you pack a small bag with a swimsuit and your best outfit, and you let your weekender (not-so-far) away from home begin. Well,…

Are you ready for the Year of the Pig?

On February 5, the Earth Pig will usher in the Chinese New Year. Aside from promises of blessings and good fortune, the Year of the Pig also promises to be an auspicious period of success in many spheres of your life. Even before the clock strikes 12, the magic of…

Experience traditional Chinese massage at newly opened “oriental” spa

Being authentic is merely being true. It can be expressed in one's words, more so in one's actions, and this highly valued quality is something that Justin Xiao is banking on when he put up Breeze Oriental Spa. As a massage enthusiast, Xiao has been looking for a massage outlet…

New World Hotels & Resorts raises funds for scholars through Gold Cup 3

In line with National Literacy Month, New World Makati Hotel and AG New World Manila Bay Hotel held a successful "Golf Cup for a Cause" last September 28 at The Manila Southwoods Golf & Country Club in Carmona, Cavite. Proceeds from the said special tournament will help 96 young Filipino…