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The house of spirits

Nearly 40 years after the idea was first hatched, Destileria Limtuaco Museum is now open. Housed in a two-story Spanish-era bahay na bato, it celebrates a clan's 165-year-old legacy while, hopefully, instilling pride among Filipinos, especially Millennials. By Alex Y. Vergara What started out as a dream project by the…

“Lolong” and the “Tree of Life” await

The National Museum, which consists of three separate divisions, is now complete with the recent opening of the Natural History Museum in Manila. By Alex Y. Vergara Photos by Maica Maglipon The long wait is over. Five years after this neoclassical gem closed its doors to the public to undergo…

Look, SkyWalker!

By JOANNE RAE RAMIREZ | It was the height of daring. Literally. In college, whenever there were sports fests, I’d only sign up for the Scrabble competition. But on our first day in Auckland, New Zealand on a media familiarization tour organized by Philippine Airlines (PAL) and Tourism New Zealand…

Millennial-proof luggage for today’s young, globe-trotting travelers

*** How many times have you gone on an out-of-town trip this year? Chances are, if you’re between 18 to 35 years old, or to be specific a millennial, you would have already traveled at least once and have other upcoming vacations planned up your sleeve for the rest of…

The boys of summer ’18

People-watching on the beach come summertime is as old as time itself. But thanks to social media, such a favorite pastime has been given an upgrade of late. Well, sort of. These days, you don't have to brave the heat, turn dark and face the possibility, no matter how remotely,…

Princess Charlotte: Big sister and royal charmer!

It may be Prince William and Kate Middleton's third baby who's recently making the headlines but it's their second daughter Charlotte who seems to be working the crowd. The precocious two-year old was all smiles as she walked with dad and older brother George on the way to St. Mary's…

Cool down this summer with Novotel’s staycation treats

As temperatures continue to sizzle, Novotel has lined up more reasons for friends and families to go on a much-needed staycation. If you can't beat the heat, you can certainly manage it, even revel in it within the cool comforts of one of Quezon City's leading business and family hotels. …

Dream Cruises takes any meeting, convention or event to the max

Thanks to the world's increasing interconnectivity, MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Events) travel industry has boomed in the Asian region. Organizing an event is tricky and, truth be told, a logistical nightmare. Luckily for all events planners out there, luxury cruise line Dream Cruises is offering to help set up a one-of-a-kind event…

Rolex China Sea Race 2018 wraps up in Subic Bay

The final yachts arrived in Subic Bay last April 2, wrapping up the 2018 Rolex China Sea Race. A total of 29 boats took part in the 2018 edition with 265 competitors hailing from 22 territories. The 18-year-old multihull record was broken by Karl Kwok’s MOD 70 Beau Geste with…

Ferrari’s 812 Superfast introduces a new era for Ferrari in the Philippines

The Ferrari 812 Superfast officially made its debut in Philippines yesterday, April 11, 2018, one year since its International Premiere at the Geneva International Motor Show. The model opens a new chapter in Ferrari V12 engine history and marks the 70th anniversary since Ferrari released its first Cavallino Rampante sports car —…