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Filinvest City brings Christmas to the Metro South

By Bryle B. Suralta Christmas has come early at Filinvest City in Alabang this year. The premier lifestyle destination in the "Metro South" (the southernmost sections of Metro Manila) offers the ideal live-work-play community for the city dwellers of today. And now, with the launch of “Christmas Comes Alive,” the…

A Christmas staycation deal like no other

Can you believe that we are less than two months away from Christmas? And as much as we don’t want to admit it, not all of us have the luxury of time and energy to prepare for all the festivities. Christmas is one of the holidays that lets us have a…

Awit at Laro: It’s a Christmas of wonders at the Ayala Malls

From the vibrant décor to the holiday shopping craze, there are many reasons that make Filipinos flock to the malls when the Yuletide season kicks in. But at the Ayala Malls, there’s definitely more to the celebrations than the trimmings. In the spirit of reigniting the tradition of…

AyalaLand teams up with Disney to produce a “Festival of Lights” like no other

There’s more to look forward to at this annual and highly anticipated holiday lights-and-music show, as AyalaLand turns on the switch this Friday, November 9, 6 p.m., at Ayala Triangle Gardens in Makati to mark the official start of the longest Christmas season in the world. Mickey and Elsa will…

The lights shine on Anilao for this year’s Banaag Festival

By Bryle B. Suralta The Banaag Festival, much like the municipality of Anilao itself, is relatively young, but this tradition celebrates a rather older heritage, paying homage to its cultural roots. For Anilao, a fourth-class municipality in the province of Iloilo with a population of between 20,000 to 30,000 citizens,…

Welcome to the new Boracay!

“Welcome back to Boracay! Or would it be better to say, Welcome back, Boracay,” these were the first words of Tourism Secretary Berna Romulo-Puyat as she graced the reopening of the well-loved white sand paradise, together with other Cabinet secretaries and local officials. In her speech, she proudly shared that during the…

Singapore Airlines, still a great way to fly, offers “irresistible” deals to Singapore and beyond

Plan an extraordinary escape to your dream destination without breaking the bank, as Singapore Airlines (SIA) and SilkAir, in partnership with Metrobank Card Corporation (MCC), introduce irresistible fares and friendly payment options in a private sale. With flexible terms, almost everyone can now book their dream holiday. From October 20…

Reintroducing the Romulo name through good, old-fashioned Filipino dishes

By Bryle B. Suralta If you happen to be in Makati City, specifically in the Bel-Air area, and trying to find a good place to have lunch or dinner, then dining at the Romulo Café should be a must. After all, if it’s good enough for world diplomats and celebrities,…

Ongoing THAI Travel Fair offers amazing deals

By Alex Y. Vergara Planning on taking that dream vacation anytime soon to Thailand and beyond? Thinking of visiting friends and family in Europe, Australia, New Zealand and the Middle East? Can’t wait to experience anew Thai Airways’ award-winning “Smooth as Silk” service? You could avail of huge discounts and…

Uniqlo’s global store in Manila is Southeast Asia’s largest

By Bryle B. Suralta Uniqlo fans, have we got news for you! The Japanese global apparel retailer opens Uniqlo Manila, the largest Uniqlo store in all of Southeast Asia! The store’s opening comes as the brand celebrates its six-year anniversary in the Philippines. Located at Glorietta 5 in Makati, the…