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Taal Vista Hotel: Still breathtaking at 85

BY JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ In rediscovering the familiar, we found a pleasant surprise at Taal Vista Hotel, which remains as stunning as ever, even after 85 years. Taal Vista at night during the holidays Let's admit it, being near and accessible — whether in life or in lifestyle…

Heaven is a place in Davao called Dusit Thani

Discover beachfront luxury at Dusit Thani Lubi Plantation Resort, a haven of gracious hospitality and tropical elegance with a bit of British flair. By Dexter Francis De Vera My excitement was palpable as I packed my bags and headed to the airport for my first trip to Davao to attend…

B Hotel Alabang and B Hotel Quezon City gear up for the Yuletide season

B Hotel Alabang and B Hotel Quezon City are set to embrace the festive spirit with a variety of promotions designed to uplift the holiday spirits of families and guests. At B Hotel Alabang, the hotel will offer a selection of Christmas hampers. Hamper A features Christmas cookies, Stollen bread,…

Conde Nast honors Crimson properties in Boracay and Mactan

These accolades highlight the properties’ commitment to exceptional service, luxury and raising the bar in hospitality. For the third consecutive year, Crimson Resort & Spa Boracay was honored by the reputable Condé Nast Johansens Awards for Excellence. The same award-giving body also honored Crimson Resort & Spa Mactan for a…

Southeast Asia’s biggest wine event returns this Friday

BY JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ Dubbed as the “The World in a Glass,” visitors to the Grand Wine Experience will get to enjoy more than 1,000 wines, spirits, premium sakes and beers from world-renowned wineries and breweries. Some may even meet the love of their life. Philippine Wine Merchants'…

Cold Storage and Save Philippine Seas ‘dive into sustainability’ with ‘delicious’ new effort

By JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ Dubbed as “‘GenSea: Dive Into Sustainability,” the joint campaign aims to build a community and platform for like-minded individuals who are on a mission to make our oceans a cleaner, richer and more bountiful place. Cold Storage and Save Philippine Seas (SPS) joined forces…

The first and so far only longevity center in the Philippines is now open in Lipa, Batangas

Dubbed by its founder as a “hospital disguised as a resort,” House of Gaia, which offers the latest diagnostics tests and cutting-edge machines designed to optimize health and eventually prolong one’s life span, isn’t just about adding more years to your life. It’s also about adding more life to your…

Admiral Hotel Manila conquers the Michelin Guide and The World Travel Awards

The luxury boutique hotel recently earned twin accolades from these prestigious award-giving bodies. The breathtaking lobby of Admiral Hotel Manila - MGallery The Admiral Hotel Manila - MGallery emerged as the lone hotel brand from the City of Manila to secure a spot in the latest edition of The Michelin…

Livin’ la buena vida in beautiful Spain

From its impressive architecture and rich history to its laidback lifestyle that starts late in the afternoon and extends joyously into the night, Spain’s beauty is so much more than what meets the eye. Text and photos by JAR CONCENGCO A first timer’s trip to Spain must include a visit…

SM J Mall is Metro Cebu’s newest premier lifestyle destination

A stunning fusion of modern architecture and Japanese minimalism in the heart of Cebu, this newest mall is now open. And people are talking about it. This innovative lifestyle hub is set to redefine the city if not the region’s retail scene. As you step inside SM J Mall, you…