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All Day aggressively expands reach

Following the success of the All Day Convenience Store chain, particularly in their ability to discern and provide the needs and delights of its buyers, All Day is mobilizing this expertise on a larger scale, creating places where families don’t just drop by, get what they need then leave, but rather venues where friends can meet and parents can bring the kids – making grocery shopping a much-anticipated family affair.

All Day Convenience Store -- What Started It All

All Day convenience store focuses on fulfilling the needs of grab and go shoppers. The store goes beyond offering a broad selection of grocery products with their affordable fast food meals, such as siopao, hotdogs, pizza, soft-serve sundaes and sandwiches, salads, desserts prepared fresh daily. For added convenience, All Day also provides services designed to meet the specific needs of consumers, including bills payment for major utilities and service providers, automatic teller machines and load for cellular phones.

All Day takes the concept of the convenience store a step further by becoming your everyday neighborhood store and hangout.

A Whole Selection of All Day Marts

Believing that all communities are not the same, All Day has created a line of neighborhood stores: grocery stores smaller than the Supermarket and designed to service the specific needs of a community. Each store is configured and stocked to address the particular dayto-day essentials of each unique neighborhood. Like in the Supermarket, walking into the All Day Marts transports one into a well-designed mini market place with its numerous fruit and vegetable racks and open chillers.

As neighborhood stores, All Day Marts offer a wide variety of products that is part and parcel of daily living. One doesn’t need to go far to get one’s groceries fresh and at affordable prices. The All Day Marts carry fresh produce, meat, poultry, bread, and other grocery staples – and each All Day savings tag guarantees that customers are getting a good deal. All Day Mart’s longer operating hours work perfectly for those who prepare breakfast very early in the morning, or come home from work late in the evening.

All Day is setting its sights beyond residential communities and is all set to move into other local neighborhoods, schools, commercial centers, business offices, and key locations around the country.

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CONTENTS

EDITORIAL

Publisher’s Note: Mystical Boracay

My r ns R oma n Publisher

COVER STORY

Jo a n Meg Editor-In-Chief Marketing Director Ja ne t C aduci o Production Gerry Roman GLR Graphic Production Consultancy

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A small island south of Manila and northwest tip of Panay Island in the Western Visayas.

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Floating Olympic-Size Swimming Pool at sea.

SKYFUN IN TAGAYTAY

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Vigan: New7Wonders City

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Gawad Kalinga experience 21 The Home of the mighty Chico river People, Events, Places, Products & Communities When in the Philippines: Where To Stay?

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Mystical Boracay Why should I go to Boracay?

WHEN it comes to beaches, most people as I do usually prefer Boracay. It has always been part of “must-go-to” list by most travelers. A party place and partying they call Boracay.

Friends and travelers I know – even the ones who normally prefer non-crowded beaches – go and keep coming back to Boracay. Boracay has been recognized by different international magazine as one of the best island getaway and has been recognized as one of the best beach in the world. And travelers who visited Boracay have several reasons why they love Boracay, and keep them from coming back.

Finest, powdery white sands. Boracay’s sand is so fine that you can walk barefoot on its shores, a pleasure you might not find and experienced in other beach. Some people say Boracay sand has some therapeutic effect (for gout, arthritis, etc.) on their body as they lay on the sandy beach, covering their aching body with sand on a not so late morning sun.

Classic Boracay sunset. Photographers, professional and hobbyist alike consider Boracay sunset as one of the best and most photographed. It has that charm that lures travelers and romantic at heart. Sunsets in any other beach generally look good, but Boracay sunsets is very much different with its blue and white sails of the paraws slowly turning black against an orange sky as the sun set in, sending the message that the party and bar hopping is about to start.

Sports and extreme adventure. Parasailing, kite surfing, scuba diving, helmet diving and more, name it, Boracay has it for you. Be it water adventure or sports. Experienced the feeling of excitement and satisfaction of parasailing – being up there, with blue sky and the darker blue sea beneath. It was a thrilling experience. The excitement of helmet diving, with your feet touching the sea floor making you feel that you are a part of the sea. Feeding the fish with no diving equipment, just a breathing bubble-like helmet.

Meeting new people, partying. Every night, there’s at least one party in a bar or somewhere else in Boracay, a great way of meeting people. And even outside the bar you can easily come up with a conversation with people you met earlier that day in your water sports experience (scuba diving, kite surfing, etc.). The experience that was fun talking about, and in a way reliving the rush we experienced, the feeling on the sea floor during a helmet diving. It is easy to meet interesting people in Boracay. With Filipinos and people from different countries, of different cultures flocking to Boracay.

Comfort and convenience of city life. Boracay, a paradise with the convenience and comfort of the city life.

After spending some time along the beach, adventure chasing the whole day, you can now have a sumptuous dinner in a five-star hotel or your favorite city restaurant, and have coffee at Starbucks. D’Mall is there for your shopping spree at the different boutiques. From the low-budget backpacker to the socialite, Boracay has accommodations and experiences to offer. Online, it is easy to compare prices and find cheap hotels or the more luxurious ones.

Creating your own experience. With so much people during peak season and the apparent Boracay’s commercial feel, some people find it difficult to have an authentic experience, that peace and quiet experience they are looking for. With that in mind, travelers’ are advice to go on an off-peak season (July to October). And during the beach crowd, you can go and find a quiet corner in the island just be patient in looking for them. One is the Diniwid beach beside Station 1, with comparatively lesser people but still has that fine white sand.

A more unpretentious experience of Boracay need not be extravagant. You can just enjoy the sight, the beautiful sand and sky, and people around doing their business, peddling their wares along the beach. Perhaps you can see something, encounter people, travelers like you or local folks that can lead to a memorable experience.

Magical Boracay. The aura of mystery that Boracay has draws more people to visit the island. The beaches, sunsets, and thrilling adventures, that is all in Boracay. And with that magical Boracay experience, travelers not just keep from coming back, some eventually lived there, and got married. Famous and not so famous celebrity couples do tie the knot in this island – or to propose a marriage.

With the saying, “What happens in Boracay, stays in Boracay.” One can really escape into another world to let loose and be someone else, for a few days or even for a night, that makes Boracay’s charm more desirable.

Boracay’s magical charm may be experienced by anyone differently, and it is there – definitely.

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REASONS TO VISIT BORACAY A REAL TASTE OF BORACAY Text and Photos by Myrna Roman

BORACAY is a small island located approximately 315 km south of Manila and 2 km off the northwest tip of Panay Island in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines. The island comprises the barangays of Manoc-Manoc, Balabag, and Yapak in the municipality of Malay, in Aklan Province. Administered by the Philippine Tourism Authority and the provincial government of Aklan. It is famous for its white sand beaches, and one of the world’s top destinations for relaxation, tranquility and nightlife.

Across the island from White Beach is Bulabog Beach, the second most popular tourism beach in the island of Boracay for its windsurfing and kiteboarding adventure.

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Boracay: A popular budget destination for local and foreign tourists, one of the best beach in the world”

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BORACAY was originally home to the Ati tribe. An inhabited place before the Spaniards came to the Philippines. It was known to the Iberian conquerors as Buracay. A population of one hundred people at the time of contact with the Europeans.

Ati tribe cultivate rice on the island and augment their income by raising goats.

Boracay is part of Aklan Province, which became an independent province on April 25, 1956

Sofia Gonzales Tirol and her husband Lamberto Hontiveros Tirol, a town judge on nearby Panay island, took ownership of substantial properties on the island around 1900 and planted coconuts, fruit trees, and greenery on the island. Others followed the Tirols, cultivation and development of the island gradually spread.

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In the 1970s tourism came to the island, and the movie “Too Late the Hero” was filmed on locations in Boracay and Caticlan. It then became popular in the 1980s as a budget destination for local and foreign tourists. And in the 1990s, Boracay beaches were being acclaimed as the best in the world.

A sugary white sand in a dog-bone shape island

The name Boracay is attributed to different origins. Others say that it derived its name from the local word “borac” which means white cotton with characteristics close to the color and texture of Boracay’s white sugary and powdery sand. Another credits the name to local words “bora,” meaning bubbles, and “bocay,” meaning white. Yet another version dating back to the Spanish era says the name is derived from “sagay,” the word for shell, and “boray,” the word for

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seed.

Boracay Island is at the northwest corner of Panay Island, and belongs to the Western Visayas island-group, or Region VI of the Philippines.

Approximately seven kilometers long dog-bone shaped with the narrowest spot being less than one kilometer wide, with total land area of 10.32 square kilometers.

South-facing Cagban Beach is located across a small strait from the jetty port at Caticlan on Panay island, and the Cagban jetty port serves as Boracay’s main entry and exit point during most of the year. When wind and sea conditions dictate, east-facing Tambisaan Beach serves as an alternative entry and exit point. Boracay’s two primary tourism beaches, White Beach and Bulabog Beach, are located on opposite sides of the island’s narrow central area. White Beach faces westward and Bulabog Beach faces eastward.

White Beach, the main tourism beach, is about four kilometers long and is lined with resorts, hotels, lodging houses, restaurants, and other tourismrelated businesses. In the central portion, for about two kilometers, there is a footpath known as the Beachfront Path separating the beach itself from the establishments located along it. North and south of the Beachfront Path, beachfront establishments do literally front along the beach itself. Several roads and paths connect the Beachfront Path with Boracay’s Main Road, a vehicular road which runs the length of the island. At the extreme northern end of White Beach, a footpath runs around the headland there and connects White Beach with Diniwid Beach.

Bulabog Beach, across the island from White Beach, is the second most popular tourism beach on the island and Boracay’s main windsurfing and kiteboarding area.

Boracay is divided for land use and conservation purposes into 400 hectares of preserved forestland and 628.96 hectares of agricultural land.

Weather in Boracay is generally divided into two seasonal weather patterns known locally as the Amihan and Habagat seasons. In the Visayan language, Amihan means a cool northeast wind, and Habagat means west or southwest wind; south-west monsoon. The Amihan season is characterized by moderate temperatures, little or no rainfall, and a prevailing wind from the northeast.

The Habagat season is characterized by hot and humid weather, frequent heavy rainfall, and a prevailing wind from the west.

On Boracay, the main indicator of the switch between the Amihan and Habagat seasonal patterns is the switch in wind direction. In most years this transition is abrupt and occurs overnight. In some years there is a period of perhaps a week or two where the wind will switch between Amihan and Habagat patterns several times before settling into the pattern for the new season. As a rule of thumb, Boracay will be in the Amihan weather pattern from sometime in October to sometime in June and in the Habagat weather pattern for the remainder of the year.

Partly because of its wind and weather patterns, tourism in Boracay is at its peak during the Amihan season.

During the Amihan season, the water off White Beach is often

glassy-smooth. On the eastern side of the island, hills on the northern and southern ends of the island channel the Amihan season wind from the east onshore, onto Bulabog Beach in the central part of the island’s eastern side.

This makes the reef-protected waters off that beach ideal for windsurfing and kiteboarding / kitesurfing.

Sports competition

Boracay is the site of an 18-hole par 72 golf course designed by Graham Marsh. In addition, Boracay has in excess of 350 beach resorts offering more than 2,000 rooms ranging in quality from five-star to budget accommodation. It also offers a wide range of restaurants, bars, pubs, and nightclubs.

Boracay is one competitive venue for the Asian Windsurfing Tour, with the week-long Boracay International Funboard Cupcompetition usually held in January on Bulabog Beach. In 2010, the event dates are January 25 – 31.

CNNGo, a division of CNN focused on travel/lifestyle/entertainment, selected the Boracay International Funboard Competition on the weekend of January 22–24 as one of its 52 weekend recommendations for 2010.

Dragon boat races are held annually on Boracay under the auspices of the Philippine Dragon Boat Federation, with teams coming from around the Philippines and from other Asian nations to compete. The races

usually take place sometime in April or May. The 2012 Boracay Edition of the PDBF International Club Crew Challenge to is scheduled for April 26–28, 2012.

The Boracay Open Asian Beach Ultimate Tournament, an ultimate frisbee event, has been held annually since 2003, usually in March or April.

Boracay also hosted a special multi-sport event called the Asian Games Centennial Festival. On its 31st General Assembly in Macau, the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) has decided to create the Asian Games Centennial Festival in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Oriental Games (later became Far Eastern Championship Games). OCA has awarded the Philippines the hosting rights as it was the same host 100 years ago in the first Far Eastern Championship Games held in Manila.

The Asian Games Centennial Festival officially to be on November 2013.

However, due to Typhoon Haiyan, it was postponed to a January 17, 2014 at the Sofitel Plaza in Manila. The 32nd OCA General Assembly was held in conjunction with the games.

On April 27, 2014, the Philippine Swimming League was held at Boracay Island for their open water swim after the competition in Aklan Sports Complex in Makato, Aklan. Many swimming teams joined the competition including Aklan Swimming Club based in Kalibo, Aklan and John B. Lacson Swimming Team which it is based in Iloilo City.

Transportation

A Philippine tricycle, a motorcycle with side car, on Boracay Island’s main road. These function like taxis, the primary mode of transportation on the island.

Boracay island is separated from Panay island by a narrow strait. The island is located opposite the barangay

of Caticlan in the municipality of Malay, Aklan. Transportation across the strait is provided by boats operating from the Caticlan jetty port.

Boracay is served by two airports in Aklan: Kalibo International Airport and Godofredo P. Ramos Airport, commonly as the Caticlan Airport.

The western part of the Strong Republic Nautical Highway (SRNH) passes through Caticlan, with car ferries from Roxas, Oriental Mindoro docking at the Caticlan jetty port. Several bus companies operate provincial bus routes from Manila which pass through Caticlan via the SRNH.

The two main modes of transport are via motor-tricycles along the main road or by walking along the beaches. Pedicabs, known assikads, are also available along the Beachfront Path. Other means of transportation include mountain bikes, quadbikes and motorbikes, all of which can be rented.

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PALARONG PAMBANSA 2015 Pangasinan’s ping-pong girl is Palaro’s youngest athlete J-An A. Sanchez is just like any other “Palaro” player. She has good grades in school, has won district, division and regional meets, and has collected numerous gold medals and awards.

This Table Tennis player from Rosales, Pangasinan has done it all, and she’s just 7 years old.

Dubbed as 2015 Palarong Pambansa’s youngest athlete, it’s no surprise that J-An has made it this far. She’s from a family of table tennis players, led by her father and Coach, Allan B. Sanchez.

“Natuto siyang pumalo sa pagsingitsingit niya habang naglalaro yung mga kapatid niya. Nung nadiscover nga na mayroon siyang talent, ang ginawa nung trainer niya ay binigyan siya ng piso sa bawat bola na maibalik niya.”

Her father said that being a kid, J-An delighted in such an incentive and was able to make as much as 20 pesos in one sitting.

Originally it was her brother and sister, AJ and Aljhay Sanchez, who were intended to train and compete in the PalarongPambansa. J-An. They joined

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Palarong Pambansa 2015 : Ella, the “Pulot Girl” becomes the tennis champ J-An A. Sanchez

the District meet for the exposure and for fun. Instead, this Grade 1 pupil beat all the Grade 6 students who entered the match– much taller and much experienced than her.

“Siya na yung nagrepresent ng Division namin sa Regional Meet.

Hindi namin ine-expect na mananalo siya kasi ayaw namin siyang ma-pressure.

Pinapabayaan lang namin siya kasi kitang-kita na masaya siya pag naglalaro.

Ang nangyari,tinalo niya yung mga malalakas na players ng Region 1 at ito na nga kami, andito ngayon sa Palarong Pambansa.” added Sanchez, saying that it is J-An and Aljhay who made it to the nation’s renowned sporting event.

When asked what J-An wants to do in life, the little darling of the crowd said “Gusto ko lang pong maglaro ng Table Tennis. Masayang masaya po kasi ako pag naglalaro ako,” she added.

With her advanced skills and the youthful bliss she gets from playing, surely we’ll be seeing a lot of her in the next Palaro meets to come.

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TENNIS is one of the sports feature at the 2015 Palarong Pambansa, an annual multi-level national scholastic athletic competition conducted by the Department of Education and participated in by the elementary and secondary students both from public and private schools.

Known as an Olympic sport, Tennis is played at all levels of society and at all ages. A sport that can be played by anyone who can hold a racquet. People known Tennis is played by elite group because, tennis racquet is expensive.

Not everyone can buy expensive tennis racquet and can play in a tennis court to pay for rent on number of hours.

Holding now in Tagum City, Davao del Norte, Palarong Pambansa where students athletes play Tennis games. Who could have thought they can play an elite sports.

One young and simple girl is now a Tennis player, even she has nothing to

Mikaela Joy L. Javier buy tennis racquet and even the clothes she use to play in a tennis court with the professional players or with the elite group of society.

She is Mikaela Joy L. Javier, known as the “Pulot Girl” of Isabella, Region 2.

Why? Ella, 16 year-old, and just graduateed from Magsaysay National High School in Alicia, Isabela. With her family, living near a tennis court where professional players regulary play. She was the “Pulot Girl” when she was 11 years old, tasked to get the tennis balls, retrieve for the players in exchange for a few pesos. She earned 40Php per hour, she uses in her school needs and was able to help her parents in their daily expenses. She even earned 300Php a day being the “Pulot Girl.”

“Nagsimula po ako nagpulot, noon na naglalakad po ako sa tennis court, nakita ko po mga cousin ko po, sabi po nya sa akin, maganda dun at mababait yung mga tao,” Ella shared.

“Isang araw pumasok po ako tapos may nagtanong kung namumulot ako ng tennis balls and sabi ko, opo. Pero kung susubukan mo at mag tennis ka wala ng balikan, ituloy tuloy mo na kasi makakatulong din ito sa iyo.” Ella said.

She have love playing Tennis.

When one player asked her to try to play, she said yes. That’s the starting of her training, focus on her studies and tennis plays, and became a member of the school’s varsity team.

Lina Abando

#Palaro2015: A special moments with Lina, longjumper student athlete

Olympic-size Swimming Pool at the Sea!

Swimming coach Mustari Raji, who conceptionalized a different swimming pool at the sea.

THERE are many interesting situations you can see in a national event like the 2015 Palarong Pambansa where more than 12,000 participants, compete and do their best to win.

Here’s about an amazing story.

Lina Abando, the 9-year-old athlete participant in the long-jump competition in the Palarong Pambansa 2015, being held in Tagum City, Davao del Norte.

A short conversation with Lina, she showed us that a little girl in the Kalinga mountain is happy and honest while sharing her life.

She became an student athlete and made it to the 2015 Palarong Pambansa for the first time. Gladly to be in. She told us and thankful that her mother gave her P20 as her “pocket money” so she have to use in the entire event from May 3 - 9.

The Deped and sponsors provide the student athletes their food, accomodation and all things they need.

In an interview, one asked her what would she do to the cash prize when she wins. “Isasauli ko sa nanay ko ang 20 pesos na bigay nya,” she replied.

With laughs and one asked her “walang interes?” First she said, “wala po.” When asked her why she’d only give back 20 pesos only. She said she will use the money to buy school supplies.

But after in a while she told us “ibibigay ko po 40 pesos.” We smiled and love her because of her being candid and her inspiring moments she shared.

VISITING Panabo City, Davao Del Norte “Banana Capital of the Philippines.”

MY first time traveling in Panabo City, and discovering an amazing Olympic Swimming Pool at the Sea!

For 2015 Palarong Pambansa, there were many first featured and experience by student athletes. One of this is the first ever floating swimming pool by the sea in Purok Banban, Cagangohan, Panabo City, Davao del Norte.

A brief talk with Davao del Norte official, and swimming coach Mustari Raji, who conceptualized a different swimming pool, floating as they call it.

In support of the student athletes, specifically swimmers of the city, Raji wanted that all the children of the Davao del Norte to be trained in an olympic size swimming pool for free.

And having this in mind he said “Not all students can afford for a club membership, swimming pool and even on coaches fee.”

“My advocacy is to make an Olympic-Size swimming pool accessible to all DavNor children, to be trained and to participate in the Palaro Pambansa,” Raji stressed.

“Now we have it, it has became a reality, with the

help of the funding of the Davao del Norte Provincial government, Gov. Rodolfo del Rosario, “ Coach Mustari Raji added.

Floating Olympic Swimming Pool at the Sea in Panabo City

The floating pool is made of PVC drum, anahaw and bamboo wood. We were so excited to see for ourselves as we go near the floating swimming pool with the children of Davnor.

The swimming pool at the sea is a 10 lane olympicsize swimming pool with a dimension of 50 meters in length and 25 meters in width.

The total cost of the project was at only 400 thousand pesos, as compaired to a real olympic-size swimming pool in a club that would cost around Php 3 million pesos.

What an experience to see the children of Panabo City enjoy being trained in the “floating olympic-sized swimming pool.” And on this sports facility at sea comes the new swimming champions of the Palarong Pambansa.

See #DavNorPalaro2015 new swimming champions at the Panabo’s Floating Olympic Swimming Pool at the Sea! Text and photos By Myrns G. Roman A RT S & T R AVEL MAGAZINE MAY 2015

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SKY FUN IN TAGAYTAY The Fancy Trek

Imagine Tagaytay. The cold breeze, the picturesque Taal Lake and a feast of culinary indulgence.

Imagine a day in an amusement park on top of a cliff; ride-hopping and festival of sounds from anywhere competing with the yelp of joy and excitement of the folks with smiles from ear to ear. These can now be experienced at Tagaytay’s newest attraction – the Sky Fun.

The Newest

Located beside the Taal Vista Hotel at the Aguinaldo Highway, Tagaytay City, Sky Fun is the newly-opened recreational park that is a part of the emerging projects of SM Land- the Sky Ranch - where they envision to develop one of the best in family dining, leisure and entertainment venue in the South of Metro. The Riding Loop, the horseback riding adventure are also available to add delight to the park goers.

The Tallest

With the Sky Eye as its main attraction, Sky Fun brings you the tallest and the biggest Ferris wheel in the country, designed with World-class materials and is certified by the International Association of Amusement Parks and Recreation.

With 63 meters in height and air conditioned gondolas, the Sky Eye promises a majestic view of the beautiful Taal Lake and Volcano, and almost the entire of the city’s parklands – a complete Tagaytay experience.

To highlight the day is the sunset, radiating a rustic hue to the heavy metals of the Ferris wheel which marks the start of the wheel’s amazing lights which will lit up the park.

There is more to Sky Fun which the whole family can enjoy. The fun-filled and exciting rides like Red Baron, Road Train, Wonder Flight, Super Viking, Carousel, Nessi Coaster and Mini Viking which are all designed to be safe and to give fun to the young and to the young at hearts.

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KALINGA PROVINCE Whitewater rafting capital of the North Capital: Tabuk No. of Towns: 8

A glance of the Philippine map will easily reveal the similarity of the physiography of Kalinga to that of a bust of a man akin to former President Ferdinand E. Marcos. The province’s geographic feature is charcterized in the western portion by sharp crested interlinking peaks of the steep slope, isolated flat lands, plateaus, and valleys. The eastern portion has generally rolling, gradually sloping foothills. With interlocking wide tracks of flat lands and flood plains along its main drainage system, this rare geography interposes a great role expected of the province in national development pursuits.

Brief History

The name Kalinga is derived from the Ibanag and Gaddang word that means “headhunters.”

In the past, headhunting was considered noble and symbolized bravery. Tattoos, a status symbol that men respected and women admired, were given to mingols (warriors) as reward.

The bodong (or peace pact) is an indigenous socio-political system that defines intertribal relationships to the Kalingas. It was developed to minimize traditional warfare and headhunting, and served as an institutional renewal, maintenance, and reinforcement of social ties. Recently, the bodong was expanded into a multi-lateral peace pact providing a means of strengthening unity in some parts of the Cordilleras.

During the short-lived Philippine Republic, President Emilio Aguinaldo in his flight to Palanan, Isabela crossed the upper Kalinga areas in his vain attempt to elude his American pursuers. On March 18, 1900, he established his headquarters at Lubuagan where he stayed for 35 days until he learned that his pursuers were sighted at Mabongtot.

He escaped northwards towards Tabuk in the historic last leg of his flight to Palanan where he was later captured.

On June 18, 1966, Republic Act No. 4695 was enacted creating from the old Mountain Province five separate and independent provinces: Benguet, Ifugao, Mountain Province (Bonito), and Kalinga-Apayao. On March 26, 1967, President Ferdinand E. Marcos administered the oath of office to the new officials of the

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four newly born provinces.

Presently, Kalinga is fast emerging as the “Land of Living Waters” following its operation as a regular and separate province on February 14, 1996.

LANGUAGE/DIALECT

Ilokano is the dominant dialect spoken in the lower parts of Kalinga, specifically in the municipalities of Tabuk and Rizal.

The Kalinga dialect is spoken in other municipalities. Filipino and English are widely understood in all parts.

MAJOR INDUSTRIES

Loomweaving, rattan basketry, and banana chips processing in Tabuk; animal feeds prodcution n in Rizal; rattan furniture in Conner and Luna; gold jewelry manufacturing and coffee preprocessing in Tabuk, also the trading center.

GEOGRAPHY

Kalinga is nestled on an elevation of 300 to 5,000 feet above sea level with a northsouth assemblage of mountain ranges within the Cordillera Central. It has been dubbed as the “Prince of the Highlands” in the Philippines.

The province is composed of eight (8) municipalities: Balbalan, Lubuagan, Pasil, Pinukpuk, Rizal, Tabuk, Tanudan, and Tinglayan.

CLIMATE. The prevailing climate falls under the Type III classification of the Weather Bureau.

The relatively dry season occurs from November to April while the rest of the year is generally wet. Heaviest rain occurs during September, with an average rainfall of 2,000 mm. Typhoons frequently occur from July to October.

POPULATION. Kalinga has a total population of 154,145 based on the latest census.

Getting there and away:

By Land. Autobus Lines – Tel# (02)743-6870; Victory Liner – Tel # (02) 920-7396. These Buses offers daily trip to Tabuk. Reservation is a must to get a secured seat.

By Air. Philippine Airlines flies three times a week from Manila to Tuguegarao. Jeepneys in Tuguegarao bound for Tabuk are available daily, with travel time at one and a half hours.

Chico River Quest Inc. - Kalinga’s White Water Rafting Co. managed by Kalinga Natives.

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VIGAN Jean-Paul de la Fuente, Director of New7Wonders (left), with Bernard Weber, FounderPresident of New7Wonders (right), holding the speciallycommissioned bronze commemorative plaque for Vigan at the Official New7Wonders Cities Inauguration

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Vigan officially inaugurated as a New7Wonders City THE historic Vigan in the province of Ilocos Sur was officially inaugurated as The New7Wonders City held at the St. Paul Metropolitan Cathedral. Vigan, established in the 16th century, represents a fusion of cultural elements from the Philippines, China and Europe, creating a city that is without equal in Asia.

The Philippines Vice President Jejomar Binay was the guest speaker at the inauguration. Binay said that the event should serve as an inspiration for how heritage preservation can be best harmonized with urban development.

“In our quest to become strong competitors in the ASEAN and global economies, we cannot be too quick to tear down the old to build the new without serious deliberation and debate,” he said.

“As Vigan has proven, prosperity is not always measured by a city’s skyline. And it is not just malls that can bring in tourists and trade,” Binay add.

Binay urged the people of Vigan to remain committed to promoting their culture and share their best practices to other regions.

“Billions of dollars have been spent in cultural preservation and restoration. These costs would not have been incurred if peoples — past and present — had been mindful of their actions, if they had had more respect for their own and other peoples’ cultural legacies and for our own earth,” he said.

Vigan is the first of the New7Wonders Cities been officially inaugurated, the same moment during the unveiling of a speciallycommissioned bronze commemorative plaque, which was cast in the Kunstgießerei München, a famous foundry in the heart of Munich, Germany.

One of the 7 that represent the global diversity of urban society, Vigan, is joined in the “canon of 7” by Beirut (Lebanon), Doha (Qatar), Durban (South Africa), Havana (Cuba), Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) and La Paz(Bolivia).”

Gawad Kalinga experience

“Less for self, more for others, enough for all” I discovered that a cultural revolution was happening in the Philippines. What I didn’t realize at the time was that it would inspire the world and transform my life forever.

The Philippines is receiving an extreme makeover. Slums that once dotted the landscape are being transformed into bright colourful villages for the poorest of the poor. The cultural revolution that I discovered is what the Filipinos call “Gawad Kalinga” which translated into English means, “to give care.”

Tourism Philippines Gawad Kalinga the formula is simple: less for self, more for others, enough for all. Rather than taking more of what you don’t need, give back so that others may have a chance to make something of themselves for their country and their family. Furthermore, nobody gets left behind.

All Filipinos are being challenged to give back to their home country so that the poor may have an opportunity at a life of privilege as well and foreigners are being challenged to help the effort. With the help of its supporters, Gawad Kalinga is providing values for-

mation and building thousands of villages in the Philippines and around the world to provide homes to the countless homeless families plagued by poverty.

After years of oppression and continued government corruption, 70% of the 85 million residents of the Philippines still live in poverty.

Ironically, in a global survey conducted in 2005, Filipinos came out among the world’s happiest people. Looking through North American eyes, one might believe that such statistics must be incorrect.

Afterall, when many North Americans spend their lives chasing material pursuits or the “American” dream in the pursuit of happiness, who could imagine that a country so poor could be so happy?

As a half-Filipino, I was so touched by this unique Filipinomade solution to poverty that I was inspired to retrace the roots of my heritage and journey to the Philippines to devote 6 months vol-

unteering for the cause. When I arrived at the village where we would spend part of our 6 months, there was an immediate connection to the families who welcomed us so warmly. It was a humbling thought that even though these people came from such humble means, had little money and few possessions that they would welcome us to stay in their small homes, share their food and their lives with us. The families were quick to share stories of the struggles and pain of the past and how Gawad Kalinga changed their lives. Stories were shared of life in the slums: sleeping on cement floors infested with cockroaches, meals of only salt mixed with a bit of rice, and leaky roofs that would flood homes during downpours of rain. Men shared stories of how they lost their dignity and confidence because they could not provide for their families.

At no point did they blame anyone for their pain. Despite the suffering by these people, there was something I noticed that transcended the darkness in their lives. It was an overwhelming feeling of happiness because although the people did not have enough to satisfy their basic needs, as long as they had their families, there was joy. It was at that point that I realized I was standing in the richest country in the world.

To the Filipino, family is more important than material wealth. I knew that it was the power of the family as an institution that held these people together in times of great struggle and adversity. No matter how poor they were, the love and joy that they shared as a family could never be taken away from them. For the first time in my life, I felt that I truly experienced what it means to have quality family time

and it was all found in the simple pleasures of life found in nature. It was a stark contrast to the material world that many North Americans hide in to shield themselves from their brokenness. Many people blame the poor for being poor. Some attribute it to laziness but more often than not, poverty is caused by a failure of society to give those less fortunate a chance at what everyone else enjoys. Instead of giving others a chance, we are conditioned to take more than we need.

During my six-month stay in the Philippines, I will be working with the people of the GK Villages to help develop tourism as a means of livelihood in their communities.

I will also be meeting and living with many of the families and documenting their stories to share with others. The work will continue until poverty around the world is eradicated, values are formed and Guest Writer: Darryl Wilson has a passion for travel and other cultures of the world having visited numerous countries including England, Scotland, Iceland, Greece, Spain, Italy, Malaysia, Thailand, India, and the Philippines among others. As a half-Filipino, the Philippines holds a special place in Darryl`s heart. He is committed to helping the Philippines rise out of poverty through tourism development. Darryl is currently in the process of setting up a non-profit organization in Canada to support work in the Philippines.

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Chico River Quest Inc. invites you to come home to Kalinga province...

The Home of the mighty Chico river!

If your attitude leans toward extreme sports then this stretch of adrenaline-pumping whitewater is for you! But although it is ranked among the extreme sports, it doesnt mean you cant take the family to enjoy it and get them Wild over Water. Anyone who enjoys the outdoors and is looking for adventure will be delighted by whitewater rafting. People of all ages and athletic abilities, with no previous experience raft the rivers can challenge the rapids and enjoy the wilderness fun. The Chico River is for those seeking untamed white water thrills offering potentially terrifying drops, ledges, rapids and the most exciting sightseeing trip.

The Chico River Quest offers open schedules for trips throughout the year. All trips include river shuttles, food and accommodations, Kalinga guides, fabulous scenery, exhilarating rapids, and a glimpse of Kalinga culture. Whitewater Rafting in Kalinga can be done throughout the year and is ideal, from June through early January, with other dates possible dependent on water level.

Chico River Quest Inc. is a pioneer in the country for white water rafting and kayaking having made first descents of Kalinga rivers with Tao Berman, the Guinness Book of Record holder in having kayked the highest water fall, “Chico River Quest is equipped with the latest state of the art self bailing rafts and equipments that passed US Coast Guard standards.” CRQI operates in partnership with Kalinga Raft Guides Association, these enthusiast know the river well and received their training from professional whitewater guides from the USA. - Chico River Quest, Tabuk, Kalinga, Philippines

Volcano Climbing at Mount Taal

Taal volcano is a very touristy area. It is one of Tagaytay’s main attractions, and lately it has become popular for volcano climbing.

Volcano climbing is a rising sport tourism activity around the world.

Many adventure travelers are drawn to climb a live volcano for the thrill and experience it brings. The Smithsonian Institute notes that the Philippines has 50 volcanoes. It classifies Taal as a caldera, which means cauldron-like.

cano as part of our planning session in Batangas. We would like to check its tourist appeal and we were fortunate to find many. Taking a 30-minute boat ride from Balete, Batangas, we reached the shoreline of the volcano where a lot of horsemen welcomed us. The trek path was filled with thorny bushes since this part of the volcano was “untouristy”. Most go

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through the Tagaytay side, which was the opposite of where we landed.

Our guide took us trough a steady path. On our way up, we spotted several vegetation areas farmed by the locals – they grew kamoteng kahoy and fruit trees such as mangoes and bananas. Quite noticeable are the plants our guide called aroma, which have real big thorns and leaves like that of tamarind. The bigger version of this, they called espana. There are also mistletoe leaves – I don’t know what they are called, as well as isis or pakiling leaves. These leaves, when dried have the texture of sandpaper and I remember our teacher in primary class requiring us to bring these to clean and smoothen the surfaces of our wooden desks. There were egrets or herons flying above, and there were also unique sounding birds which I do not know.

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Our Team. Photo by Mayumi

I’m sure many new species of flora and fauna could be discovered in this volcanic community, just like the smallest butterflies our team saw at the middle of the crater. They have silvery wings and are the size of an inch in wingspan.

The view atop Taal Volcano was a sight to behold. Wherever you face, you’d see wonderful scenery – the surrounding lake where we came from, and the enticing lake at the middle of the volcano. Going down to the crater lake was another 30 minutes trek so we

rested a bit and had some fresh, cold coconuts. They are sold at P50 a piece.

Soft drinks and mineral water are also available. We were joined by other foreign travelers who were on their way back from the crater.

The trek downwards was more difficult. I slipped once and fell on my butt. Other of our team members were less fortunate – sliding down two or three times. Our guide said recent strong typhoon Ondoy / Ketsana destroyed the hiking trail and worse, left the path spikier. Even horses had a hard time going down.

Discover Iloilo, home of the famous Dinagyang festival Discover Iloilo, a province rich in historical and cultural attractions, home of the famous Dinagyang festival, stately mansions, majestic century-old churches, unspoiled countrysides and exotic delicacies.

Experience the value of a real vacation. Discover Iloilo, a province rich in historical and cultural attractions, home of the famous Dinagyang festival (every 4th weekend of January), stately mansions, majestic century-old churches, unspoiled countrysides and exotic delicacies.

Savor the hospitality in Iloilo’s numerous accommodation facilities and restaurants. They come in various classes depending on the guest’s taste and budget. Whether you stay in first class rooms or in budget ones, the Ilonggos (people of the province) make sure that your stay is pleasant, memorable and safe. They make sure that you’re well-fed, too.

Take home antiques, handicrafts, art pieces and a thousand and one other souvenir items. Some of the finest sinamay and jusi (banana fiber) and piña (pineapple fiber) embroidery are found in Iloilo at reasonable prices.

Outdoor life includes a visit to the oldest golf course in the Philippines at Sta. Barbara, offshore fishing, scuba or skin diving, water skiing and swimming. The more adventurous can witness and bet on cockfights on sundays.

The Haven Gateway in Western Visayas

Iloilo City is the economic center of the Western Visayas Region in the Philippines and is also the capital of Iloilo Province. It has a busy international airport that connects the city to major destinations in the country and the rest of the world. The city’s fish port complex is just as busy with millions of kilograms of fish shipped in and out yearly. Iloilo City also has a strong banking industry with different sizes of banks operating.

The place has enjoyed a grow-

ing economy even before the Spanish came to colonize the territory. It once had a strong textile industry sometime in the 18th century. After that, the city’s sugar industry gained strength.

Even after World War II and its accompanying devastation, Iloilo City was able to regain economic strength at a moderate pace.

The weather here is pretty much the same with most of the country.

The best time of the year to visit Iloilo City is from October to May, which are the dry months. The months from June to September are within the season for tropical rains. Many of the attractions here display the city’s historical heritage while others showcase the natural beauty that abounds in the place.

The following are some of Iloilo City’s historical attractions. Plaza Libertad was the flag-raising site

when the city was surrendered to the First Philippine Republic in 1898. The Panay Liberation Marker was erected to commemorate the liberation from Japanese rule in 1945. Other historical attractions of the city include a host of buildings that date back to the Spanish and American colonial eras. Some of these are Tigbauan Church, which was erected in 1592, and San Joaquin Church.

Natural attractions here will become fascinating havens for wandering souls. You may want to visit the palm-fringed white sands of Sicogon Island. There are several waterfalls that are worth hunting for like the San Juan Falls, which is a series of waterfalls surrounded by lush foliage, that is just around six kilometers from the town of Sara. Other natural attractions here include Mount Napulac, Isla De Gigantes, and Tinagong Dagat.

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Brother to unveil ’true colors’ at fun run event

Make Your Own Havaianas turns 10!

AS summer goes full blown, we find ourselves day-dreaming about white beaches and cobalt blue ocean, with waves crashing down the shore and palm trees swaying with the wind. There is one spot on Earth (aside from the islands of the Philippines) that makes the vibe of summer an everyday reality. It is a paradise in the middle of the Pacific – aloha Hawaii!

Thanks to the world’s leading flip-flop brand Havaianas, we can experience Hawaii right smack in the center of Makati as Make Your Own Havaianas turns 10!

Why Hawaii, you ask? Havaianas, which means “Hawaiians” in Portuguese, was born out of the tropical islands’ hang loose culture. Hawaiians live most of their lives outdoors, enjoying the many gifts of Mother Nature, and thus cannot live without their so-called rubbah slippahs – or in our case, flip-flops! Hawaii’s breezy way of life and exuberant colors have been inspiring every Havaianas style since 1962.

This year, Havaianas kicked off the 10th year of MYOH with an exclusive vintage Hawaiian luau to pay homage to its inspiration. On May 5, 2015, stars as bright as those of Hawaii’s night sky graced the event to celebrate a decade of flip-flops customization.

They got first picks from this year’s limited edition pins such as hibiscus, sea grubs, and ukulele, which look really good with the commemorative vintage Hawaiian pair!

BROTHER unveil ’true colors’ at fun run event with revolutionary Refill Tank System Multi-Function Centers that feature ultra-high 6000 pageyield, waste-free ink refilling.

Brother International Philippines Corporation (Brother Philippines), a leader in home and business IT peripherals and the world’s leading no. 1 Inkjet A3 MFC manufacturer introduced its revolutionary line of Refill Tank System Multi-function Centers (MFCs) at the recent presscon for Brother Color Manila Nite Run: Blacklight Edition. Focusing on its ‘Customer-First’ approach, Brother Philippines further strengthens its line of MFCs, with its Ink Benefit series and now the Brother Refill Tank System.

Highlighting the ultra high 6,000 page-yield feature of the new range’s Refill Tank System, Brother Philippines, a major presenter of the

event, has come up with the first ever 6K race category for the run, instead of the usual 5K category, wherein special activities and prizes await the runners. The race also has 3K and 10K categories.

Brother Philippines President Glenn P. Hocson said, “We have chosen a perfect venue to publicly launch our exciting new product.

The colorful event will not only highlight Brother’s Refill Tank System’s CMYK refillable ink bottles, but also our competitively priced 6000 pageyield that meets high print volume users’ need for lower ‘running’ costs.

It will also serve as an opportunity for Brother customers and partners to experience the fun run as participants themselves.”

Max’s opens third store in BGC All-time favorite restaurant opens new branch in Stopover Pavilion MAX’s Group Inc. (MGI) has opened its newest Max’s Restaurant at Bonifacio Global City in Taguig as part of its local expansion strategy for the next two months, the group recently announced.

Robert Trota, President and CEO of Max’s Group said the BGC branch, its third in Global City, gives the company a better opportunity to serve more customers in the booming mixed-use development area.

“BGC is a huge market for both commercial and residential. The opening of a third branch will give us better opportunity to serve the untapped market of the area,” Trota said.

The latest branch, which opened on April 21, is located at Units 116 and 117 of the Bonifacio Stop Over along 31st Street corner Rizal Drive 2nd Avenue.

“With the latest BGC branch, Max’s continues to expand and serve its alltime favorite recipes to more Filipino casual diners,” Trota said.

FAM I LY S U N D AY B R U N C H AT

C R I M S O N H OT E L & T R AV E L THE PHILIPPINES FOR FREE SUNDAY is Family Day! And there is no better way to bond with the whole family than to enjoy the Family Sunday Brunch at Crimson Hotel Filinvest City Manila.

Delight your Sundays with the wide array of international buffet selection at the Café 8. There is something for everyone! Moms can satisfy their sweet tooth with the wide array of desserts, while dads can size up their appetite with unlimited mimosas, beer, house wine and juices.

Bring your kids and their

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swimming attires and let them enjoy free access to the pool or play fun games with entertainment at the kids’ area.

Enjoy the brunch buffets for only Php 1,600 net per person, with unlimited juices and Php 2,100 net per person with unlimited mimosas, local beer, house wine and juices. Kids until 4 ½ feet can avail the 50% off while kids below 4 feet can dine free with their parents.

Not only that, how about travel the Philippines for free?! Be ready to pack your clothes and pull your trolley

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bags as for every receipt of Family Sunday Brunch is also a raffle ticket for a vacation getaway with our hotel and resort partners all over the Philippines.

Draws will conducted every month and the lucky family will be given a free accommodation.

There’s no better way to spend quality time in the weekend than enjoying a sumptuous meal and fun, relaxing times with family and friends.

Make Crimson Hotel Filinvest City, Manila your new destination for your weekend family bonding moments.

For inquiries and reservations, please call (02) 863-2222. Promotions may not be combined with any other discount or offers. Prior reservation is encouraged. Other terms and conditions apply.

Crimson Hotel Filinvest City, Manila at Entrata Urban Complex, 2609 Civic Drive, Filinvest City Alabang, Muntinlupa City. Contact 863-2222 (1615), www.crimsonhotel.com/manila or email info.alabang@crimsonhotel. com. Facebook.com/CrimsonFilinvestCity or follow @Crimson_Alabang.

T O S H I M I T S U TA N A K A

Epson Philippines Corporation’s President and Country Manager Starting June 2015, in addition to being Epson Philippines Corporation’s (EPC) President/Country Manager, Toshimitsu Tanaka will hold concurrent positions as Managing Director of Epson’s Regional office (Epson Singapore Pte. Ltd.), President Director of Epson Thailand, and Director of Epson Indonesia. The current Managing Director of Epson Singapore, Koichi Endo, will retire due to expiry of term.

As reason for the movement, Seiko Epson Corporation (SEC) shared its aim to establish a management structure that will enable it to fulfill its goals as it enters the final year of both its SE15 Corporate Vision and the second half of its SE15 Mid-Range Business Plan, and that the movement will help it

Lenovo teams

up with Lazada to exclusively launch the A7000

Smartphone in

Southeast Asia

LENOVO recently announced that users in the Philippines and five other ASEAN countries will be able to buy the much awaited Lenovo A7000 Smartphone via Lazada, Southeast Asia’s number one online shopping and selling destination.

Philippine customers may also purchase the A7000 on Lazada Philippines’ online store during a flash sale to celebrate the launch. This is the first time Lenovo is doing a concurrent launch across six ASEAN countries.

As the world’s first smartphone featuring all-new Dolby Atmos technology, the Lenovo A7000 smartphone is built for entertainment on a budget. Perfect for smartphone users who consume large amounts of movies and videos, the A7000 has a 5.5” HD screen and MediaTek 4G LTE True8Core™ processor. Rounded out with dual 8MP and 5MP cameras and adaptive VIBE UI 2.0, the A7000 is a responsive multimedia performer which promises a fulfilling user experience.

expedite management decisions based on maximizing corporate value and ensuring good corporate governance.

Mr. Tanaka joined SEC’s System Devices Sales and Marketing Department in April 1981, after graduating in Waseda University with a degree in Bachelor in Economics.

From 1997 to 2003, Mr. Tanaka was relocated to Epson’s South and Southeast Asia regional headquarters in Singapore to lead regional sales initiatives as the Sales Director for System Devices. Within that period, Mr. Tanaka achieved several milestones, which included securing a high value Ministry of Education tender project in Malaysia in 2002 which entailed 20,000 units of projectors for classrooms.

Mr. Tanaka returned to the SEC

Piolo Pascual shares tips for healthy eyes

global headquarters in Japan in 2003 to take care of the Business Systems in the Sales & Marketing Department. After a year, he was promoted to General Manager, where he was instrumental in driving sales for the business products globally. In 2007, he was appointed as General Manager for the Imaging Products Sales & Marketing Support Department.

In July 2012, Tanaka became the head of Epson Philippines. As Country Manager of EPC, Mr. Tanaka strengthened the Epson brand, created new business models to fit the local requirement, and led the company in achieving market share and value share leadership in the inkjet printer, projectors, and business systems categories.

Toshimitsu Tanaka

Mr. Tanaka’s 34-year tenure with SEC and its affiliate companies, as well as his in-depth knowledge in the field of economics, served as valuable assets to many accomplishments during his various assignments.

Essilor brand ambassador Piolo Pascual always wears his lenses when using his mobile device.

OF ALL the good-looking men in the entertainment industry, Piolo Pascual is known to stand out from the rest. With just one look from those dreamy and mesmerizing eyes, he can make any girl swoon. But Piolo himself is quick to point out: Having beautiful eyes is not enough. One must have healthy vision as well because this will help you perform tasks and achieve your daily goals.

That’s what Piolo shared with media friends during the launch of “Seeing the World Better,” a public awareness campaign on the importance of good vision organized by Essilor, the world leader in vision solutions.

According to Piolo, “In my line of work as an actor, it is very important to read your co-actor’s facial cues properly in a dialogue, and you can only accomplish it with good eyesight,” he shared. “That is why eye care is a serious matter for me. Without good vision, we

can only do so much, and this limitation can stand in the way of achieving our goals,” he added. Here, Essilor’s brand ambassador shares some important tips for healthy eyes:

Keep your eyeglasses on. “I am fond of surfing the internet through my mobile device, but I have learned that the blue light from electronic devices can harm our eyesight, so I always wear my eye lenses on,” Piolo shared. Harmful blue light is a risk factor for the onset of age-related macular degeneration, a deterioration of the part of the retina responsible for sharp, central vision.

To prevent its damaging effect, eye doctors recommend wearing lenses that effectively blocks the harmful blue light. Reading in a dark room should also be avoided. With only your mobile device as your main light, the glare on the screen can cause eye strain.

Follow a healthy lifestyle and a balanced diet. Eating a healthy, nutritious diet is beneficial to our eyes. Vitamins C, A and E, folic acid, selenium and zinc, which are present in fruits and vegetables, can make your eyes healthy. Have a daily dose of fruits and vegetables like grapes carrots, spinach, kale, or collard greens, for a clearer, better vision.

Summer with Timex TIME is of the essence, even during summer, when all you want to do is while away your days looking out to the sea with the sand on your feet and the sun on your skin.

Global iconic brand Timex keeps things cool this summer, despite everyone’s busy schedule, by keeping fashionable track of time.

Travel the globe with Timex Expedition Shock, calibrated for 62 world cities.

Always have a stopwatch handy with Timex Weekender Chron rom a park hangout to a beach getaway, you could never go wrong with Timex Weekender Chrono

Dare to go the extra mile with Timex Ironman.

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With Clara Ole Everyone Can Cook!

A home-cooked and healthy meals WHO has time to cook? With our full packed daily schedules, sitting down to a home-cooked meal seems like a throwback to a lost era. And for today’s city-dweller who’s always on the go, prepping your own meals can take up too much time and effort. More often than not, we are tempted to just go to our favorite fast food restaurant or resort to the usual “instant” meals found in our pantry. But we all know this isnt’ a healthy practice, right?

While a hurried lifestyle seems to define today’s generation, there’s more value now more than ever in having the luxury of home-cooked and healthy meals. But even if you have little time or space, nothing should stop you from making delicious and healthy meals at home. Find comfort that Clara Ole offers a wide array of convenient food solutions to help you whip up a healthy and delicious meal without taking up much time and space in the kitchen.

To let everyone experience the convenience of Clara Ole, the Potluck Foodfest was launched at the R-Space in Bel Air, Makati. The event was a food-filled afternoon that allowed guests to sample different dishes made with Clara Ole. More than just pasta sauces, Clara Ole also offered other delicious and healthy dishes made with their products such as dips n’ dressings, vinaigrettes, and marinades. For dessert, guests satisfied their sweet tooth with treats made with their syrups, jams, and jellies.

The Potluck Foodfest is a series of themed potluck mini parties at condo

residences. Clara Ole will be going around different condos of different personalities, who will then invite their neighbors, family, and friends to share their own signature dish using Clara Ole. Aside from recipes, they will get to share time and space-saving tips, hacks and helpful information to make fast-paced living a little bit easier.

In one of the event Ms. Amy Perez shared her own signature dish and even prepared it on the spot while the guests got to sample it. She also shared tips and anecdotes on preparing home-cooked meals for her family despite her busy schedule. Ms. Amy Perez will also be hosting her own mini potluck party where she will invite her family and friends to share easy recipes and convenient tips and hacks.

Clara Ole has truly shown that everyone can cook with its #ClaraOlePotluck. Even when we’re in a hurry, we can still prepare and enjoy a hearty meal at home in no time. And this means we get to have more family time and self-time, too. Clara Ole’s convenient food products are ready for anyone to try, and are available in leading supermarkets nationwide.

For more exciting news on what else Clara Ole has in store for everyone, visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/MyClaraOle and follow their Instagram and Pinterest accounts @ClaraOlePH.

Post a photo of your Clara Ole-infused meals and cooking tips and tag us using the hashtags #ClaraOlePotluck and #diskartips!

WORLD Vision, in partnership with Zonrox Gentle Clean, announced the launch of White Event - a much awaited online auction of white personal items of celebrities and fashion icons.

The official unveiling of the White Event online auction website www.whiteevent.ph, held at the Makati Shangri-La Hotel, supports the collaboration’s educational development in Malabon City.

Jun Godornes, National Resource Development Director of World Vision expressed that, “last year, with the help of our celebrity ambassadors, we were able to achieve our fundraising initiatives, and carry our various relief efforts,

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World Vision and Zonrox GentleClean Collaborate for the White Event: An Online Auction for a Cause particularly in the typhoon-hit areas of Visayas.”

“This 2015 marks the start of a clean slate and fresh beginning with our partners in Green Cross, Inc., makers of Zonrox GentleClean. We have invited our generous celebrity friends to share their white, preloved pieces of clothing and be part of a unique way of brightening our children’s future,” Godornes added.

“I want to share my item (white pants) because the proceeds from this

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donation can help children. Also, we know that when we let go of something important, something better comes along.” Aljur Abrenica, one of the donors and World Vision Ambassador, shares his thoughts on one of the items he is donating for the online auction.

Another donor and World Vision ambassador, Julie Anne San Jose, speaks on why she wants to be part of the White Event, “I want to share this item because a jacket symbolizes comfort. By giving this jacket, it’s

as if I am giving them (fans and beneficiaries) comfort as well, like I’m hugging them.”

The White Event aims to rehabilitate select classrooms at the Catmon Integrated School in Malabon City in time for the resumption of classes. Generated funds will sponsor the manpower and materials needed for repair of at least 12 classrooms.

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Designing your home to make the most out of the available space and setting up your home theater system are challenges that can be addressed with the proper sound system.

LG introduces first-of-its kind Dual Door-in-Door refrigerator Global technology innovator LG Electronics continues to expand its line-up of premium and practical refrigerators as it launches another first in the market, the Dual Door-in-DoorTM (DID) refrigerator.

Dual Door-in-Door makes use of LG’s award-winning door-insiderefrigerator-door concept, doubling convenience over its single Doorin-Door counterparts. Powered by LG’s Inverter Linear Compressor, the refrigerator is energy efficient, runs quietly, and serves as a durable, longlasting addition to any kitchen.

A beautiful display piece

Encased in a diamond black stainless steel finishing with a cutting-edge touch display system, this sophisticated appliance sports two mini-doors, each seamlessly mounted on top of the unit’s main top doors, allowing owners to store and conveniently locate frequently consumed food and drinks. The refrigerator comes in an expertly crafted design.

Smart and functional

The Dual DID feature also allows users to open the refrigerator without exposing its entire interior, thus minimizing the loss of cold air, which is now even made crisper with the upgraded Hygiene Fresh+TM air purification system. The right Doorin-Door™ compartment is accessible from the outside with the simple push of a button allowing it to be used as a ‘family space’. The left Door-inDoor™ compartment can be opened by a handle at the bottom of the door

and serves as a designated ‘cooking space’, ideal for storing essential cooking ingredients such as previously prepared vegetables, condiments and sauces.

Accessible through both the Doorin-Door™ as well as the main door, the incredibly convenient Tilting Basket is also located within the ‘cooking space’ on the left side of the refrigerator. Both Door-in-Door™ compartments are also equipped with Moving Baskets, enabling users to easily adjust the height of the internal compartments as they see fit.

LG makes use of dead space through its Extra Space™ compartment which opens up a new area in the refrigerator ideal for storing small food items such as eggs, cheese and sliced deli meats. Moreover, with the Folding and Sliding Shelves, storing food items of any shape or size has never been more convenient. LG’s comprehensive organization system also extends to the freezer section’s EZ Ice Maker and Easy Pull Drawer that is easy to open and can safely support heavy items.

LG Philippines Home Appliances Vice President Youngmin Chae said, “LG always wants to be at the forefront of technology that is responsive to consumers’ need. We don’t stop at one innovation, and the LG Dual DID refrigerator is a testament to that.”

Well-designed, convenient and energy efficient, the LG Dual DID refrigerator encapsulates all that is needed from a central home appliance.

For more information about LG’s Door-in-Door Inverter refrigerator lineup, visit www.lg.com/ph

Enhancing your Home with Sony Complete Entertainment System DESIGNING the family room can be a challenge for everyone, most especially when it comes to setting-up the home entertainment system that you and your family need. Most people usually find it difficult if the space is small and there are just too many wires used to connect the television to the player and speakers. Sony has what consumers need when it comes to designing the family room with its complete home entertainment systems and current line of sound bar products.

Flexible to use and place anywhere at home, Sony’s sound bar speakers are packed with features that complement the signature superior sound quality that only Sony is able to reproduce. “We know how challenging it is to design the family room and setup a home theatre system in a small space. Consumers always demand for great sound quality and unlike other sound bars, we at Sony focus on products that deliver an immersive true home theatre experience that is easyto-setup and enjoy,” said Nobuyoshi Otake, President and Managing Director, Sony Philippines.

For condo dwellers, match the size of your family room or living space with a home theatre system that allows you to maximize space but still

provide you with the aesthetics that complement the look of your home.

Choose a sound system that will best fit the space; sound bars are a good option when you want to lessen the clutter.

The Sony sound bar delivers powerful sound despite its size and position in the room. With numerous speakers and sound systems available in the market today, it is good to know what can actually deliver and provide the best sound quality that will fit your family needs. Packing powerful sounds in a small body, Sony brings its HT-ST7 sound bar speaker, one of its first entries into the premium sound bar category as well as its HT-CT370, Sony’s entry-level sound bar that both provide high quality audio and immersive cinematic experience.

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PeopleEventsPlacesProductCommunities PH National Artist Bencab celebrates 50 years of his art practice and heads to Lopez Museum with ‘Frames of Reference’ NATIONAL Artist BenCab (Benedicto Cabrera) at the Lopez Museum & Library for the feature exhibit “Frames of Reference” open to the public starting April 23 - July 4, 2015.

Philippines National Artist BenCab (Benedicto Cabrera) celebrates fifty years of his art practice with a series of multi-sited exhibitions and events. As a fitting kick off, the first exhibition will be held at the Lopez Museum’s Library section and will be open to the public starting April 23 up to July 4, 2015.

Frames of Reference offers a glimpse into his life and art practice during the late 1960s onwards, while living and exhibiting abroad and his eventual return to the Philippines for good.

BenCab Self-portrait

More than his works, the exhibition is an intimate portrait of the artist, the lover, the family man, the bibliophile and a collector, among other hats he has and continues to wear.

Never before exhibited, about 15 of his art-books will be made available to the public. These small scrapbook-like compilations of collages (clippings and cut-outs), drawings and sketches interspersed with his handwriting; prominently feature his love for nostalgia, handmade paper and bookbinding.

A page from one of his art-books.

Artist’s Collection. Photo by Wig Tysmans.

A diaristic presentation of his aesthetics, letters, mementos and other keepsakes also find their way into the pages.

A page from one of his art-books.

Artist’s Collection. Photo by Wig Tysmans.

Other hand-crafted books show the early studies and iterations of some of his most important series of works: Sabel, Larawan and Japanese Women (ukiyo-e). Also included in the exhibition are early folios of prints he was a part of, along with other Filipino and foreign artists.

The Lopez Museum and Library is also proud to exhibit three works from its own collection, including the iconic Soldiers (Heroes of the Past IV),1998.

Frames of Reference is curated

by Dannie Alvarez and is co-presented

by Bencab Art Foundation; Sureste Properties, Inc.; Samsung Electronics Philippines Corp. (SEPCO), our

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Crizal launches first preventive lenses for selective protection against blue light and UV rays

technology partner; and Gourmet Farms Inc., our public programs partner.

For more information, call Tina at 6312417 or email lmmpasig@gmail. com. Lopez Museum and Library is at the G/F Benpres Bldg., Meralco cor.

Exchange Rd., Ortigas Center, Pasig City.

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ESSILOR, the world leader in corrective lenses, launched the first lens to offer selective protection against harmful blue light and UV rays. Crizal Prevencia lens lets in essential light, which your body needs to function properly, while filtering out harmful light. It thus helps to protect your eyes against the risk of retina damage, caused by Blue-Violet light, and to reduce the risk of cataracts, resulting from overexposure to UV.

Prevention with Crizal Prevencia is currently the first line of defence against the worldwide problems of Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and cataracts. These conditions affect more than 350 million people around the world, a figure that may double in the next 30 years as the worldwide population ages.

Dr Emelita Roleda, General Manager of Essilor Philippines, sums up the importance of this new lens: “It is a landmark discovery in the field of optical science and we are very proud to have contributed, to this major step forward in the battle against one of the most devastating eye conditions.

With Crizal Prevencia, we are pioneers in addressing the challenge of preventative innovation today. This perfectly fits in with Essilor’s strategy of playing a predominant role in the implementation of solutions for better visual health for everyone, all over the world.”

PeopleEventsPlacesProductCommunities Designed for Creative Professionals, Prosumers and Small Businesses, the Four New My Cloud NAS Solutions Round Out a Full Portfolio of Powerful NAS Products Built With the My Cloud OS and WD Red® Drives

Western Digital My Cloud Expert Series

Yurbuds powered by JBL Perfect training partner for every athlete, fitness enthusiasts yurbuds® powered by JBL®, the sport earphones guaranteed never to hurt or fall out, announces the launch of the new yurbuds powered by JBL® Endurance Series. The line includes eight products and introduces an exclusive technology to yurbuds and a new P1,200 price point, making the product affordable to a wider audience.

The Endurance Series with its Inspire 100 model features yurbuds’ ergonomic design and key features like sweat and water resistance, ambient noise awareness, FlexSoft Comfort Fit and TwistLock Technology. Starting at a lower price point, yurbuds are still the perfect training partner for every athlete and can now expand to a wider group of fitness enthusiasts looking for a solution.

Stepping up from the 100 model is the Inspire 200. This is the first product in the series to include Quik Clik® Tangle-Free Magnets. yurbuds’ exclusive new technology, Quik Clik, was born out of necessity. The Tangle-Free Magnets provide customers with a solution to storing their earphones both during and between uses. Magnetic connectors allow the ear buds to be easily connected behind the neck or around an article of clothing for increased portability.

At the 300 series level, yurbuds adds a microphone with track/music control functionality. To round out the line, the 400 series adds volume control and voice control for Apple devices.

“The refreshed design of the 100 through 400 models reflects the desire from customers for versatility from their headphones,” said Michael Mauser, President, Lifestyle Division at HARMAN. “Every product in this line features qualities you will only find with yurbuds at price points for all athletes and fitness enthusiasts.”

This highly anticipated yurbuds powered by JBL builds on the success of the company’s core products while providing always evolving and improved models and technology. Designed for the ultimate workout and listening experience, consumers can now choose the level of features they want to create their own personalized experience.

For more information, go to yurbuds.com or visit Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter User ID: yurbudsph.

WD®, a Western Digital (NASDAQ: WDC) company and a world leader in connected storage solutions, today expanded its suite of network attached storage (NAS) solutions with four new products that address the increasing demands for content storage, management, protection and streaming among prosumers, creative professionals and small businesses.

The My Cloud Expert Series includes My Cloud EX2100 (two-bay) and My Cloud EX4100 (four-bay) high-performance NAS systems designed from the ground up for creative professionals and prosumers that need to reliably save, share, back up, stream and manage large amounts of digital data. Powered by the latest version of the dual-core Marvell ARMADA™ processor, these two new additions to the Expert Series offer top of their class read/write speeds for simultaneous, high-performance HD media streaming with up to 24 TB of storage capacity .

The new My Cloud Business Series includes My Cloud DL2100 (two-bay) and My Cloud DL4100 (four-bay) high-performance NAS systems built to provide the reliability, security and scalability small business customers need. Powered

by Intel® Atom™ dual-core processors with up to 24 TB of storage capacity, the My Cloud Business Series runs on the acclaimed Linux-based WD My Cloud operating software (OS).

Globe catapults to industry leadership in local telecommunications On the strength of a remarkable company performance in 2014, Globe Telecom has established leadership in the Philippine mobile industry on multiple business fronts, making it the Number One mobile brand in the country.

“Against mounting odds, we maintained a defiant and fighting stance against a long-time industry giant to achieve a phenomenal financial feat. From being a challenger brand, Globe has successfully waged a revolution in all fronts, from digital, technological and business, all the way to our corporate culture as well as making our financial growth sustainable in the long run,” said Globe President & CEO Ernest Cu.

The Globe chief executive

added that, “The numbers reveal that we have already gained foothold in leadership in the local telco industry.

We plan to sustain our momentum for the long haul as our driving force to continuously provide Filipinos with innovative products and services that will cater to their digital lifestyle.”

As early as the fourth quarter of 2013, Globe already made significant headway in taking over the leadership position over its rival company in postpaid and mobile data businesses in terms of consolidated mobile revenue market share, continuously widening its gap as of the same period in 2014. Meanwhile, its prepaid value brand TM has reached a virtual deadlock with Sun Cellular in the same category in terms of consolidated revenue market share.

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7-Eleven kicks off expansion into Mindanao L-R: Abra, TPB Chief Operating Officer Domingo Ramon Enerio III, MTV Pinoy VJ Yassi and Chi Chi Monster

Visit the Philippines Year 2015 puts local talents on the world stage TOURISM Promotions Board (TPB) together with MTV brings Pinoy talents to a global audience with the MTV Music Evolution, raising the country’s international profile with its Visit the Philippines Year (VPY) 2015 campaign.

Set on May 17 at the Quirino Grandstand, the MTV Music Evolution is a major concert that brings life to the evolution of hip-hop through the years. The event will feature both local and international acts headlined

by Grammy-winning group Naughty

by Nature and Philippines’ Gloc-9 and Abra. Co-presented by TPB, the event will be taped as live for global broadcast under the MTV World Stage global series.

The global event is expected to attract potential tourists from around the world to celebrate with Filipinos

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their shared love for urban music.

More acts will be included in the roster of hip hop artists in the concert to be hosted by MTV Asia VJs Alan Wong and Hanli Hoefer.

“We are happy to team up with MTV Music Evolution for it presents a unique opportunity to spotlight Filipino talents, as well as our love for music and the arts,” said TPB Chief Operating Officer Domingo Ramon Enerio III. “With this partnership, we are hoping to spread the spirit of “More Fun in the Philippines” to more than three-quarters of a billion households in over 160 countries.”

VPY2015 continues to unveil more exciting events in the country.

To help share with the world the unique experiences and adventures the Philippines has to offer, visit www. visitph2015.com.

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PHILIPPINE Seven Corporation (PSC), the country’s largest convenience store chain operator, launched its business expansion in Mindanao on May 8, 2015 with the grand opening of its first 7-Eleven store in “The Land of Promise.”

As part of 7-Eleven’s strategy to maintain market share, the company continues to protect and expand its leadership by continuing to grow its store expansion rate. Aside from securing its foothold in Luzon and Visayas, PSC aims to capture a new market in Mindanao.

“We’re excited to be in Mindanao, especially since it’s a very attractive market and we look forward to seeing its potential, which is why we’re committed to jumping in with both feet,” said Jose Victor Paterno, PSC President and CEO.

Located within Abreeza Mall in Davao is the first of the 50 targeted 7-Eleven stores to be opened in the cities of Davao and Cagayan de Oro this year.

7-Eleven aims to open 30 stores in Davao and 20 in Cagayan de Oro respectively by year-end. And by June, PSC will have 4 other operational stores to be followed by 12 more sites

by September in both Davao City and Cagayan de Oro.

Asia Tour of SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER THE younger generation has not had a chance to witness the impact of the movie ‘Saturday Night Fever’ made in the ‘70s. I’d be great to see a new generation of theatergoers dancing in the aisles to the timeless tunes of The Bee Gees,” says Patrick Bywalski, deputy chairman of Robert Stigwood Organisation Ltd., which co-produces the upcoming Asian Tour of the hit West End and Broadway dance musical SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER alongside Atlantis Theatrical Entertainment Group (ATEG) and Ten Bridges Media Corp.

The dancing crowd doing the hustle is expected to spill out of The Theatre at Solaire Resort and Casino, where a ‘70s disco-themed party will take place at a nearby venue to aptly kick off the tour running in Manila (July 3-26), Kuala Lumpur (Sept.

1-15), and Singapore (Sept. 25 to Oct. 11).

WHERE TO STAY WHEN IN THE PHILIPPINES

METRO MANILA Manila Hotel

527 0011

l

Acacia Hotel Manila, Alabang, Muntinlupa l Century Park Hotel l

720 2000

528 8888

Crowne Plaza, Manila Galleria, Ortigas Center l Dusit Thani Manila l

633 7222

238 8888

Edsa Shangri-La l 633 8888 F1 Hotel, Global City Taguig l (632) 928 8888 / 908 7888 Holiday Inn Manila, Gallleria Ortigas Center l

633 7111

Mandarin Oriental Manila l 750 8888 Makati Shangri-La l

813 8888

Marriot Hotel Manila l 988 9999 New World Makati Hotel, Makati City l 811 6888 / 811 6777 Oakwood Premier Joy Nostalg Center Manila Ortigas Center l 637 7888 Pan Pacific Manila l

(632) 318 0788

The Bellevue Manila l

771 7777

The Heritage Hotel Manila l Sofitel Philippine Plaza

l

854 8888 551 5555

Vivere Hotel & Resorts Alabang, Muntinlupa City l 771 7777 Bayview Park Hotel l Discovery Suites l

526 1555

719 8888

Great Eastern Hotel l

Ramada Manila, Central Binondo l l

The Richmonde Hotel l Aloha Hotel l

+632 588 6688 / 354 4151

400 0088

638 7777

Manila Pavilion Hotel l

526 1212

526 8088

B Hotel, Muntinlupa City l

828 8181 / 828 8585 / 828 8383

City Garden Hotel, Makati l 899 1111 City Garden Suites l

536 1451

Citystate Tower Hotel l

708 9600 to 09

Copacabana Apartment Hotel l Fersal Hotel, Malakas Diliman QC l Garden Plaza Hotel l

Hotel Rembrandt l

744 7979

899 0344

373 3333

Hotel Kimberly Manila Lancaster Hotels l

426 7308

898 2888

Greenhills Elan Hotel Modern l Makati Palace Hotel l

851 8888

522 4835

Great Eastern Hotel, Makati l

l

532 1818

Expression of Urban Staycation IN the pursuit of rewarding yourself the perfect vacation, the best you can do is maximize the facilities, amenities, and plan your activities on the place you’re staying at, for what an ideal getaway should be. Finally, land developers have brought the progressive areas of Manila, the capacity to cater to the wants of people from over the country, regardless of purpose- business, travel leisure, or a backpack moment, or to have a memorable vacation. Your personal getaway can finally be now achieved in the South of Metro Manila.

Delightful Staycation

371 8282

The Exchange Regency Residence Hotel Pasig City l (02) 312 9999 The Pearl Manila Hotel

Metro Manila South’s

521 1888

Here at Crimson Hotel, we refined the general definition of staycation through our impeccable amenities to cater to what your convenience and ease will be all about. In the heart of the South, people get to experience Crimson’s understanding of leisure and comfort, through their 345 rooms. Exquisitely defined from the Deluxe type up to the luxurious Presidential Suite, that stand for elegance, warmth, and our response on today’s need for modern architecture. Comfort in an urban sanctuary has never been this real and convenient!

All in the Eight

Staycation doesn’t end in comfort and elegance alone. Complete with the hotel’s 5-star experience in dining, the hotel’s outlets such as Café Eight, Deck Bar and Lobby Lounge amenities are to speak the hotel’s heritage. Everything you’d choose to want is finally in one place—and in Crimson, at one floor.

Center of the South

Crimson Hotel Filinvest City, Manila is right at the center of shopping, dining, and entertainment in the South. It’s only 20 minutes away from Makati Business District, and the economic zones and places you’d want to be at in the progressive district of Manila. Unsurprisingly, the urban aspect is exhibited by our hotel, so you’ll have the best of every aspect of Metro Manila’s memorable experience.

So if we’re talking city getaway, Crimson Hotel is the urban’s response to your call! From the heart of the progressive South, experience our refined understanding of the urban luxury!

Crimson Hotel Filinvest City, Manila is located at Entrata Urban Complex, 2609 Civic Drive, Filinvest City Alabang, Muntinlupa City.

For more information contact 863-2222 loc. 1615, visit www.crimsonhotel. com/manila or email info.alabang@crimsonhotel.com. Check out facebook.com/ CrimsonFilinvestCity or follow @Crimson_Alabang for updates.

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Your Holiday Haven...

AZALEA RESIDENCES BAGUIO

Azalea Residences Baguio, the first all-suite vacation residence in Baguio City presents holidaygoers the full services and amenities of a servicedapartment, complete with living, dining, and kitchen facilities in all its suites.

One cannot miss the eyecatching façade that makes up Azalea Residence Baguio. The structure resembles a ski-resort, clever inspiration for the Summer Capital’s first vacation residence that brings thoughts of family vacations and friendly holidays.

The façade sets the stage for the best vacation ever and a place that has the feel of a hotel with full services and amenities of a service-apartment in Baguio.

Azalea Residences is the place for the families, friends, and business travelers on the lookout for the

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luxury of a hotel with atmosphere and comforts of home. Here they can treat their room like an actual house. Located just five minutes away from Session Road, in a secluded hill that promises peace, quiet country living and proximity to the city’s main attractions and happenings.

99 SUITE ROOMS

Azalea Residences Baguio is made up of 99 well-appointed suite rooms with 46 Deluxe, 17 One-bedroom, 33 Two-bedroom

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and 3 Three-bedroom. All suite have the following facilities: a living room area with a sofa bed and flat screen TV with cable connection, toilet and bathroom with hot and cold shower (the Two-bedroom and threebedroom has a separate toilet and bathroom), and amenities like dining table, chairs and crockery, kitchen appliances and utensils, Coffee and Tea-making facilities, queen-sized beds with imported linens and a balcony in choice rooms, among others.

Azalea Resort & Residences Chief Operating Officer Dulah Lipardo says, “The concept behind Azalea Resorts & Residences is to be the hotel that would offer the brand of convenience and amenities of top international hotels yet

maintaining the natural texture and traditional character of the Philippines at a very affordable price. By infusing modern day amenities with thoughtful and detailed attention to the mood of the place, Azalea Resorts & Residences hopes to establish the hotel as the perfect abode for rest and leisure.”

WORLD-CLASS AMENITIES Designed with the whole family and barkada in mind, Azalea Residences Baguio offers more beyond its rooms: lobby, lounge, playground, business center, WIFI connection, NDD-DDDIDD, 24-hour Doctor-on-call, tour arrangements and vacation services, and transportation arrangement to and from Manila.

Bloggers� group enjoying their visit at Azalea Residences Baguio.

There are two food and beverage outlets, the flagship restaurant Tradisyon Coffee Shop, which serves traditional Filipino food and the bar called 8 Degrees Lounge.

AZALEA VACATION CLUB

Frequent holiday goers can avail of Azalea Resorts & Residences Timeshare Vacation Club Membership. Members get to have access to a number of usage benefits that will guarantee a holiday unlike any other.

Azalea Resorts & Residences is owned by Fog Horn Inc. and is affiliated with RCI (resort Condominium International), the worldwide leader in vacation exchange and the world’s largest full service vacation rentals business, providing access to more than 85,000 vacation properties in approximately 100 countries.

CONTACT US: Reservations Hotline: (02) 579 4894 / (02) 579 4890 Mobile: 0917 861 1641 / 0919 994 4140 Hotel Trunk Line: (074) 424 8716 / (074) 424 8166 Manila Sales: (02) 925 8352 / Mobile: 0917861 1642 / 0919 994 4143 / Fax (02) 655 1162 Email: reservations@azalea.com.ph Website: www.azalea.com.ph

For Timeshare & Vacation Club Membership inquiries, send an email to customerservice@azalea.com.ph and Tel.: (02) 634 7742. We invite you to come and see first-hand Azalea Residences Baguio at located at #7 Leonard Wood Loop, Brgy. M. Roxas, Baguio City 2600.

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WHERE TO STAY WHEN IN THE PHILIPPINES

METRO MANILA Lido De Paris Hotel, Sta. Cruz l Lotus Garden Hotel l

(02) 708 8888 to 91 / 498 8888 to 91

522 1515

Manila Manor Hotel l

525 9065

Best Western Oxford Suites, Makati City l The Oasis, Paco Park l

899 7888 / 798 0798

521 2371

Royal Bellagio Hotel l 899 5555 Sir Williams Hotel l

371 4333

Stone House Bed & Breakfast l The Sulo Riviera l

724 7551

924 5051

The Copa Businessman’s Hotel l Tri-Place Hotel & Apartelle l

844 8811

(632) 410 4111 / 410 8658 / 410 6981

24th Apartment Hotel, Makati City l

(02) 899 2424

Armada Hotel Manila, Malate Manila l

526 0888

Azotea Suites, Bel Air Makati l 338 0983 / 898 3695 Best Western Plus Antel Hotel, Makati City l

(632) 403 0888 / 403 0808 / Fax No. 403 0854 / 403 7572

BP International Hotel, Ermita, Manila l Brentwoods Suites, Quezon City l Broadway Court Apartelle l

(02) 522 0005

(02) 522 0005

722 7411 / 726 2931

City Garden Grand Hotel, Makati City l (02) 888 8181 Cocoon Boutique Hotel, Quezon City l

(02) 921 2706 to 08

Eastwood Richmonde Hotel, Quezon City l (02) 570 7777 Eurotel, Las PiĂąas Branch l

355 0000 / 806 7646

Eurotel, Araneta Branch l 355 0000 / 995 8452 Eurotel, North EDSA l 355 0000 / 376 7096 Eurotel, Pedro Gil l 355 000 / 523 5256 Eurotel, Makati l

355 0000 / 844 8645

Fersal Hotel, Annapolis, Cubao l 912 5852 / 912 2691 Fersal Hotel, Kalayaan, Diliman l 924 2689 / 912 2691 Fersal Hotel, Manila l

742 7292 / 912 2691

Fersal Hotel, P. Tuazon, Cubao l Fersal Hotel, Makati l

912 8000 / 912 2691

897 9123 / 912 2691

Go Hotels, Mandaluyong l Go Hotel, Otis-Manila l

0922 262 6835

+63 (2) 354 1053

Holiday Inn & Suites Makati, Ayala Center, Makati City l(632) 909 0888 Hostel 1632 l

522 8888

Hotel Celeste, Makati City l

887 8080

Hotel H2O, Luneta, Manila 238 6100 Icon Hotel, North Edsa l

415 9385

Jade Vine Executive Inn, Ermita Manila l Joyce Apartelle, San Juan City l

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524 8601 to 05

726 2911 / 726 2916

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The Residences at Brent Experience the distinct Baguio experience with The Residences at Brent.

After the success of its first building, The Residences at Brent is ready to extend its unique experience with the rise of the second installment to the 7-building plan which comprises this Willow Tree Development Corporation Project.

The Residences at Brent is located at the heart of Baguio, the primed property promises the truly unique Baguio expeience. The condominium is unlike any other as it emphasizes on privacy and exclusivity. Standing within the forested area of the Brent International School, it provides its residences a therapeutic aroma of pine trees, relaxing sound of cool breeze, and sweet chirping of birds.

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WHERE TO STAY WHEN IN THE PHILIPPINES

METRO MANILA Joyce Apartelle, Mandaluyong City l Luxent Hotel, Timog Ave., QC l

531 0173 / 531 0177

(02) 922 8888

Manila Airport Hotel, Paraaque City l 854 7549 to 50 Millenia Suites, Pasig City l

(632) 470 2306 – 08 Fax: 470 2314

Philippine Hotel Reservations Services l Oyster Plaza Hotel, Paraaque City l

+63 (2) 812 7477

(02) 829 1925 / 826 9610

Paragon Tower Hotel, Manila l 526 5541 to 526 55476 Raffles and Fairmont Makati, Makati City l Riviera Mansion Malate, Manila l Robbinsdale Hotel l

555 9888

523 4511

716 1262

San Carlos Mansion l

523 8110

Seda BGC Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City l (632) 945 8888 Sogo Regency Hotel, Manila l

522 7646

Southhomes Apartelle, Timog, QC. l St. Giles Hotel, Makati City l

928 4647 / 410 4461

988 9888 / 988 9883

The Bayleaf, Intramuros, Manila l (632) 318 5000 The Contemporary Hotel l 716 8266 The Picasso Boutique, Serviced Residences, Makati City l Torre Venezia Suites, Quezon City l Tune Hotel, Aseana City l

(02) 332 1658 to 60

(632) 866 0888

Tune Hotel, Ermita, Manila l

(632) 708 9888

Tune Hotel, Makati City l

(632) 817 0888

Tune Hotel, Ortigas City l

(632) 656 0888

Tune Hotel, Quezon City l

(632) 426 0567

Y2 Residence Hotel l

828 4774

(02) 224 3000

LUZON Hotel Stotsenberg, Pampanga l

(045) 499 0777

Macagang Hotel & Resort, Nabua, Camarines Sur l Venus Parkview Resort Hotel, Baguio City l

(054) 288 3091

(074) 442 5597 / 442 6452

Abra Valley Grand Hotel, Bangued Abra l (074) 752 8933 Acacia Tree Garden Hotel, Puerto Princesa, Palawan l Avenue Plaza Hotel, Magsaysay Avenue, Naga City l Baguio Lefern Hotel, Baguio City l Bayfront Hotel, Zambales l

(048) 433 0123 (054) 473 9999

422 1818

(047) 252 1948

Canyon Cove Residential Beach Resort, Nasugbu, Batangas l(02) 908 1111 Baguio Holiday Villas, Baguio City l (02) 750 2507 / 889-7827 / (074) 442 6679 C Boutique Hotel Baguio, Baguio City l

(074) 619 0158 / (02) 945 7777

Camayan Beach Resort & Hotel, Subic Bay l Canyon Woods Resort Club, Batangas l CBD Plaza Hotel, Naga City l

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(047) 252 8000

(632) 521 7878 / Fax: 664 6169

(054) 472 0318 / (02) 359 7007

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WHERE TO STAY WHEN IN THE PHILIPPINES

LUZON Casablanca Hotel, Legaspi City l

(052) 480 8334 / 480 8335

Casablanca Suites, Legazpi City l

481 0788 / 481 0789

Crystal Waves Hotel & Resort, Talavera, Nueva Ecija l

(044) 411 0834 / 0923 719 4074 / 0920 459 9148

Deep Forest Garden Hotel, Puerto Princesa City, Palawan l

(048) 434 1702 / 433 3877 / 09052823129

Fontana Hot Spring Leisure Parks, Pampanga l

(02) 576 6463 / 9526 / (045) 599 5000

EGI Albergo Hotel, Baguio City l

(074) 424 2620

El Masfino Resort and Hotel, San Miguel Bulacan l

(02) 542 9537/542 9150/924 2443/924 2456

Elegant Star Apartelle, Tagaytay City l

(46) 483 0491/0916 2209934/0928 6844186

Eurotel Angeles City l 355 0000 / (045) 624 0229 Eurotel Baguio City l

355 0000 / (074) 444 3876

Eurotel Naga City, Camsur l 355 0000 Farmhouse Hotel & Café, San Jose City, Nueva Ecija l

(044) 806 1167 / 0917 536 7250

Filipiniana Hotel, Oriental Mindoro l Go Hotels Puerto Princesa l

(043) 286 2624

(048) 434 0001 – 03

Grandview Tower Hotel Angeles City l Hotel Cosmopolitan, Baguio City l

(045) 304 1015 / 892 8555

(074) 442 7008 / 0917 578 3273

Hotel Fleuris Palawan, Puerto Princesa City l

(048) 434 4338 / 434 4339

Hotel Gregorio Batangas l (043) 757 3178 Hotel Ivory, Tuguegarao City l

(078) 844 1275 / 846 1722

Hotel Kimberly, Tagaytay l (046) 483 8888 Hotel Corona De Lipa Batangas l

(043) 756 1223

Hotel Lorita Tuguegarao l (078) 844 1390 / 846 2565 Hotel Luna, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur l +63 (2) 373 3333 / 376 5059 Hotel Supreme, Baguio l

(074) 443 2016

Hotel Veniz, Baguio City l

(074) 446 0700

Inn Rocio, Baguio City l

(02) 372 0311 / (074) 442 4028

Java Hotel, Laoag City l

(077) 770 5996 / (02) 246 1010

Kartini Hotel, Kawit Cavite l

(046) 489 8581 / 489 8582

La Maja Rica Hotel & Restaurant, Ligtasan, Tarlac City l

(045) 611 2053 to 611 2055

Laoag Renzo Hotel – Laoag City l Lee Boutique Hotel, Tagaytay l

(077) 770 4898

(632) 781 3632

Le Monet Hotel, Baguio l (074) 611 0202 / (02) 376 5059 / 0917 526 7049 Lendes Tourists Inn, Naga, Almeda Highway, Naga City l

(054) 472 257 / 0925 802 0706

Lendes Tourists Inn, Banasi, Bula Camarines Sur l

(054) 228 0008

Lendes Tourists Inn, Baao, Baao, Camarines Sur l (054) 066 3239 Lendes Tourists Inn, Pili, Pili, Camarines Sur l

(054) 477 7644 / 228 0008

Magallanes Square Hotel, Sta. Rita Road Tagaytay l

(046) 544 0062

Moonbay Marina, Villas Zambales l(047) 252 9718 / 252 1663 / 250 2099 / 252 8518 Mountain Lodge Hotel & Restaurant, Baguio City l Matabungkay Beach Hotel, Batangas l

(074) 442 4544

(02) 752 8552 / 0908 887 0596

Nagaland Hotel, Naga City, Camarines Sur l

(054) 473 2111 / 0917 700 0040

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Palawan Uno Hotel, Puerto Princesa, Palawan l

(048) 433 9999 / 433 0455

One Manalo Place, Puerto Princesa City, Palawan l Paseo Premiere Hotel, Santa Rosa Laguna l

(048) 434 1280 / 0917 512 5111

(049) 502 8123 to 27 / (02) 310 5603 to 04

Princesa Garden Island Resort and Spa, Puerto Princesa, Palawan l (048) 723 1356 to 59 / 0998 975 3768 / (02) 744 7979 to 82 / 0917 873 9974 Queen Margarette Hotel, Lucena City l

(042) 373 7171 to 73 / 373 4889 / Fax: 373 7604 / 373 6218

RK Hotel, Subic Bay Gateway Park l (047) 252 9996 to 252 9998 Radiant Star Apartelle, Tagaytay City l

(046) 413 2456 / 544 0050 / 0926 697 7948 / 0917 409 1514

Skylight Hotel, Puerto Princesa, Palawan l

(048) 434 7172 to 76

Skyrise Hotel Apartelle & Rest., Baguio City l Star Plaza Hotel, Dagupan City l

(074) 445 6834 to 445 6836

((075) 523 4888 / 515 2276 / 523 4111

Starview Hotel, Naga City l (054) 472 6892 Subic Bay Hotel Venezia, Zambales l

(047) 252 1888

Subic International Hotel, Zambales l

(047) 252 2222

Subic Bay Peninsular Hotel, Subic l Subic Bay Yacht Club, Zambales l

(047) 250 2630 / 250 7274

(02) 844 5777 / (047) 252 5211

Subic Grand Seas Resort, Olongapo l

(047) 222 8541 / 0917 844 7327

Sunlight Guest Hotel, Inc. Puerto Princesa City, Palawan l

(6348) 434 2334 / Fax (6348) 434 2003 / (632) 242 6638 Loc. 175

Summer Place Hotel, Baguio City l

(02) 783 8355 / 788 8350 / (074) 446 5400 to 01

Taal Vista Hotel, Tagaytay City l

(632) 917 8225 / (6346) 413 1000 / (63) 917 809 1254

Tam-awan Village, Baguio City l (074) 446 2949 / 442 5551 Terrace Hotel, Subic Bay l (047) 250 2730 to 32 The ADC Hotel, Naga City l

(054) 472 2328 or 26 / 0905 201 9225 / 0949 361 7784

The Lake Hotel, Tagaytay l (02) 584 4470 / (046) 413 4680 to 81 The Lighthouse Marina Resort, Moonbay Marina Complex l (047) 252 5000 The Montevista Villas, Academy Lane, Mimosa Leisure Estate, Pampanga l

(6345) 599 7000 / (632) 584 4047 / 584 4007

The Starmark Hotel, Pe単afrancia Ave., Naga City l Tune Hotel, Angeles City l

(054) 205 0051

(045) 459 0888

Vila Caceres Hotel, Naga City l

(054) 473 6530

Vista Marina Hotel & Resort, Zambales l

(047) 252 3373

Isabela Zen Hotel, Santiago City, Isabela l (078) 305 251 / 0917 871 6955

V I S AYA S Badian Beach Resort, Badian Cebu l Alba Uno Hotel, Apas, Cebu City l

(032) 401 3303 to 05

(032) 520 5000 / 505 2111 / 0917 320 5005

Alta Cebu Village Resort , Cordova, Cebu l Ananyana Beach Resort, Panglao Island l Be Resorts, Mactan Island l

(038) 502 8101

(6332) 236 8888

Bellavista Hotel, Mactan Cebu l Bohol Beach Club, Bohol l

(032) 496 7399

(032) 340 7821

(038) 411-5222

Bohol La Roca Hotel, Tagbilaran City l

(038) 411 3798 / 411 3179

Bohol Tropics Resort, Tagbilaran City l (038) 411 3510 Bethel Guest House, Dumaguete City l

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(035) 422 8000 / 225 2000

WHERE TO STAY WHEN IN THE PHILIPPINES

C&L Bay View Inn, G. Teves st., Dumaguete City l Castle Peak Hotel, Cebu City l

422 8011 / 0917 633 9575

(032) 233 1811

Citi Park Hotel, Cebu City l (032) 422 8833 / 422 3388 City Corporate Inn, Iloilo City l

(033) 335 0166

Coco Grove Beach Resort, San Juan, Siquijor l

0917 325 1292 / 0939 915 5123 / (035) 422 9820

Dumaluan Beach Resort, Panglao Island l F&C Guest House, Canlaon City l Go Hotels, Bacolod l

(038) 502 9092

(035)4003 368 / 0917 559 7919 / 0999 995 3440

+63 (34) 441 0506 / +63 (932) 852 9362

Go Hotels, Dumaguete l (035) 522 1100 or 02 Go Hotels, Iloilo l

(033) 335 0375 / 335 0249 / 335 0486

Go Hotels, Tacloban l

(053) 5230391 to 93

Goldberry Suites & Hotels, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu l Grand Dame Hotel, Iloilo l

(033) 320 5252 / 320 5353

Grand Regal Hotel, Bacolod City l GT Hotel, Bacolod City l

+63 32 239 0000 / +63 32 239 0619

(034) 708 5888 / 432 0888

(034) 432 1888 to 89

Harbor Town Hotel, Iloilo City l

(033) 337 2384

Honeycomb Tourist Inn, Dumaguete City l Hotel Cesario, Mactan Cebu l

(035) 225 1181 / 422 3184 / 0922 839 3435

(032) 340 0211

Hotel De Mercedes, Cebu City l

(032) 253 1105

Hotel Del Rio, Iloilo City l (033) 335 1171 to 74 / 337 0736 Hotel Essencia, Dumaguete City l Iloilo Grand Hotel, Iloilo City l

(035) 422 1137 / 0917 700 7735 / 0908 820 2123 (033) 335 1801 to 04

Iloilo Midtown Hotel, Iloilo City l (033) 336 6888 / (0928) 985 0999 Injap Tower Hotel Iloilo, Iloilo City l

(033) 330 7100

Kapis Mansions, Roxas City l (036) 621 7718 Kings Hotel, Bacolod City l

(034) 434 4500

La Fiesta Hotel, Iloilo City l

(033) 336 1408

Lawaan Garden Inn, Roxas City, Capiz l

(036) 621 6255 / 0917 3121 720 / 0998 9753 612

Mango Park Hotel, Cebu City l (032) 233 5695 Manhattan Suites Inn, Dumaguete City l

(035) 422 8200

Maribago Blue Water Beach Resort, Mactan, Cebu l (632) 417 5751 / (632) 492 0100 Montebello Villa Hotel, Banilad, Cebu City l Movenpick Hotel, Mactan Island, Cebu l

(032) 231 3681

+63 32 492 7777 / +63 02 799 1111

MVW Restaurant & Tourist Inn, Roxas, Capiz l RM Guest House, Dumaguete City l O Hotel, Bacolod City l

(036) 621 2956 / 621 1216

(035) 422 4000

(034) 433 7401 / 708 8889

Pension Bacolod, Bacolod City l 433 3377 / (034) 434 7065 Plantation Bay, Mactan, Cebu l

(63) 32 505 9800

Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort, Cebu City l Rajah Park Hotel, Cebu City l

(032) 402 9900

(032) 412 3337

Salamangka Beach and Dive Resort, San Juan, Siquijor l 0917 588 6873 The Bellevue Resort, Panglao Island, Bohol l

(632) 771 8181 / (6338) 422 2222 / 422 2202

The Orchard Cebu Hotel, Cebu City l Tune Hotel, Cebu City l

(032) 344 1322

(032) 232 0888

Yoyong’s Travellers Inn, Negros Occidental l

(034) 729 3835 / 0927 303 2166

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B O R A C AY 7 Stones Boracay Suites, Malay Aklan l (036) 288 1601 Alta Vista de Boracay, Boracay Island l (036) 288 9888 Boracay Beach Club, Boracay Island l

(036) 288 4853

Boracay Haven Resort, Boracay Island l (036) 288 5729 Boracay Hills, Boracay Island l (036) 288 3315 / 288 3764 Boracay Mandarin Island Hotel, Malay, Aklan l

(036) 288 3444 / (02) 567 1672

Boracay Ocean Bay Resort, Boracay Island l

(036) 288 1759

Boracay Tropics, Boracay Island l (02) 887 0581 / 812 5821 Cohiba Villas, Boracay Island l (036) 288 4792 Eurotel, Boracay Island l

355 0000 / 861 8658

Jony’s Beach Resort, Malay Aklan l

(63) 36 288 6119 / 288 6274 to 75 / Fax No. (63) 36 288 3119

La Esperanza Hotel, Kalibo, Aklan l

(036) 262 3989 / 268 9254

Lingganay Boracay Hotel Resort, Malay, Aklan l Nigi-Nigi Too Beach Resort, Boracay Island l

(036) 288 5734

(036) 351 4017 / 994 1145

Paradise Garden Resort Hotel & Convention Center Boracay, Boracay Island l

(036) 2883728 to 30 / (02) 634 3581 to 83

Marzon Hotel, Kalibo, Aklan l (036) 268 2188 / 268 2184 to 86 Marzon Beach Resort, Malay, Aklan l

(036) 288 3131 / 0921 810 4433 / 0915 936 7222

Red Coconut Beach Resort, Boracay Island l Sea Wind, Boracay l

(036) 288 3507 / 288 3758

416 4010 / 415 1285

The Boracay Beach Resort, Boracay Island l The District Boracay, Malay, Aklan l

(036) 288 3208 / 288 4288

(63 36) 288 2324 to 27 / 288 1448

Water Colors Boracay Dive Resorts, Boracay Island l Willy’s Beach Club Hotel, Boracay Island l

(063) 288 6745 to 6746

(036) 288 3794 to 97

MINDANAO The Marco Polo – Davao, Davao City l Apo View Hotel, Davao City l

(082) 221 0888

(082) 221 6431 to 40 / 221 2281

1st Avenue Apartelle/Inn, Sumpong, Malaybalay l 2nd Avenue Hotel, Quirante II, Tagum City l Almont Hotel’s Inland Resort, Butuan City l

(088) 221 3224/0917 722 9850

655 6238 (085) 342 7414

ALU Hotel Davao, corner Padre Faura Street, Davao City l

(63 82) 227 5232 / 226 3756

Amandari Cove, General Santos City l

(083) 554 2654 / 826 1074 / 826 1070

Arnaldo’s Hotel and Restaurant, Digos City l

(082) 553 3314 / 553 3411 / 0999 993 9060

Anisabel Suites, Davao City l

(+63 82) 225 8114

Ariano’s Inn and Restaurant, Butuan City l (085) 342 7462 / 225 9431 Azienda Meo Apartelle, Davao City l

(082) 284 6689 / 227 4119

Bahay-Bakasyunan Sa Camiguin, Misamis Oriental l

(088) 387 0131 / 0917 721 2798

Balanghai Hotel/Mazaua Island Resort, Butuan City l

(085) 342 3064 / 345 5864

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Beldent Star Hotel, Tacuron City l Big Apple Hotel, Davao City l

(064) 200 3698 / 200 4734

(082) 234 1399 / 234 1339 /Fax: (082) 234 8459 / 0919 910 1281

Bluejaz Beach Resort and Water Park Island Garden City of Samal, Davao l

(082) 304 650 / Fax: (082) 300 6327

Blue Velvet Hotel and Café, Davao City l

(082) 300 2000 / 300 8800 / 305 2888

Bonhomie Leisure and Resort, Davao Oriental l

0933 112 3067 / (082) 284 1847

Cabua-An Beach Resort, Mambajao, Camiguin l (088) 387 2103 / 0919 725 7402 Camp Anatolia Kimagango, Midsayap, North Cotabato l0939 916 8034 / 0912 949 6400 Casa De Rosario Residence Inn, Davao City l Casa Ruby Pension House, Davao City l

(082) 295 9155 / 282 4822 / 282 4771

(082) 226 2335 / 0918 942 5442

Casa Azucena, Cagayan De Oro City l (088) 856 3402 / 0923 659 3973 Chali Beach Resort, Zone-3, Cugman, Cagayan De Oro l

(088) 855 2108 / 855 5941 to 42

Chateau Del Mar Resort Hotel, Lizada Beach, Davao City l

(082) 234 3472 / 305 8998 / 235 2516

City View Pension Hauz, General Santos City l

(083) 552 7337 / 301 6096 / 303 1588 / 0923 232 7120

Cotabato Diamond Hotel, Cotabato City l

(064) 421 6170 / 421 5118

Country Village Hotel, Cagayan de Oro City l

858 3004 / 858 3006

Cresta Del Rio Splash Resort, Koronadal City l (083) 228 8998 / 228 7160 D’Counter Executive, Davao City l

(082) 226 2045 / 221 8651

D’Leonor Hotel, JP Laurel Ave., Davao City l

(082) 221 1160

D’Leonor Inland Resort, Buhangin, Davao City l (082) 302 6158 / 302 6152 D’Morvie Suites, Yacapin Branch, Cagayan De Oro City l (088) 856 9080 D’Morvie Suites, Capistrano Branch, Cagayan De Oro l (082) 852 2015 D’Morvie Suites, Lapasan Branch, Cagayan De Oro l D’Morvie Suites, CM Recto, Davao City l

(082) 856 7179

(082) 221 0075 / 0942 591 8521

D’Morvie Suites, San Pedro Extension, Davao City l (082) 285 3756 D’Morvie Suites, Iligan Branch, Iligan City l

(063) 223 3255

Davao Fortune Inn, Davao City l (081) 221-0819 Duka Bay Resort, Misamis Oriental l

(088) 331 2288 / 0917 483 268

Driggs Pension House, General Santos City l

(083) 553 0088 / 0917 908 9731

Eagle’s View Hotel, Dalisay Road, Tagum City l

(084) 655 6115 / 0929 979 4919 / Fax (084) 655 6114

El Bajada Hotel, Bajada, Davao City l

(082) 221 2729 / +63 927 979 5179 / +63 920 247 3002 / +63 923 806 3887

Embassy Hotel and Restaurant, Butuan City l Emma Victoria’s Inn, Davao City l

(082) 297 5523

Enrico’s Inn and Apartelles, Davao City l Executive Hotel, Ozamis City l

(085) 342 5883 / 225 9560

(082 297 7692 / 321 1042 / 0918 900 3792

(088) 521 0360 / 0917 722 0360

Executive Pension, Cagayan de Oro City l

(088) 856 4360 / 0917 700 4360

Family Country Hotel Convention Center, General Santos City l

(083) 552 8895 to 97 / 301 0774

Florotel Gensan, General Santos City l Frances Inn Ecoland, Davao City l

(083) 554 0880

(082) 295 6463 / 301 8549

Gingoog Mountain Air Hotel & Eastland Rest., Gingoog City l Goat 2 Geder Hotel and Rest., Butuan City l Grand Men Seng Hotel, Davao City l Greenstate Suites, Koronadal City l Hannie’s Inn, Davao City l

(088) 861 1359 / 8842 7999

(085) 341 7871 / 341 1657

(082) 221 9040

(083) 228 5409 / 520 1816

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Hill Park Inn and Restaurant, Midsayap, Cotabato l

(064) 229 8550 / 229 6018 / 0917 721 2813

Hillview Inn & Inland Resort, Trento, Agus and Del Sur l

0999 880 4526 / 0948 788 4255

Hotel Angelo and Restaurants, Midsayap Cotabato l

(064) 229 9436 / 521 4090 /0946 1911 409 / 0920 5555 049

Hotel De Crisbelle, Davao Del Sur l

(082) 553 5473 / 553 5970

Hotel De Susana & Restaurant, Valencia City, Bukidnon l

0926 7921 478 / (088) 828 4482

Hotel Elena, Davao City l Hotel Esse, Davao City l

(082) 233 1941 (082) 227 3773 / 295 3485 / 0922 7152 573

Hotel San Marco, General Santos City l

(083) 301 1818 / 0922 8217 332

Hotel Sogo, Cagayan De Oro City l (088) 852 0383 / (02) 401 9285 Hotel Uno, Davao City l

(082) 282 1111 / 0925 5111 011

Hotel Tavern, Surigao City l (086) 826 3280 / (0922) 849 6443 Ice Castle Experience Hotel, General Santos City l Infinity Suites, Bo. Obrero, Davao City l

(083) 554 4423 / 826 9026

(082) 285 0001 / 285 0002 / 285 0005

Innside Room Hotel, Tagum City, Davao Del Norte l (084) 216 4553/ 0922 8625 339 Isla Jardin Del Mar Gumasa, Sarangani Province l

(083) 893 0032 / 0919 7687 544 / 0906 7652 174

Ille Londoner’s Inn, Province of Davao Oriental l

(087) 388 4615 / 0915 6189 085

Jade Dragon’s Suites, Aurora Jacinto Street, Davao City l Jovinaj Traveller’s Inn, General Santos City l

(082) 224 1390 / 224 1391

(083) 303 5314 / 0923 7170 389

Jazzy James Country Hotel, Davao City l (082) 227 0788 / 305 1847 Jienos Garden Beach Resort, Pantukan Compostela Valley l

(0929) 969 0806

Magnaga Waters Beach Resort, Compostela Valley l

(084) 2166 379 / (0917) 7191 956 / (0923) 2802 018

Mallberry Suites Business Hotel, Cagayan De Oro l Marco Hotel, Cagayan De Oro City l

(088) 855 7999

855 5959 / 0917 7027 002

Mergrande Ocean Resort, Davao City l (+62-82) 298 4100 / (+63-82) 298 4101 Microtel Inn and Suites Davao, Davao City l

(082) 233 2333

Molave Hotel, Tagum City l (084) 655 6938 / 655 6939 / 655 9379 My Hotel, Davao City l

(082) 300 4040 / 222 2221

Maxze Bed & Breakfast, Davao City l

(082) 233 0071 / 0999 8863 306

New Dawn Pensionne, Cagayan De Oro l

857 1776 / 0922 9192 806

Le Grand Suites, City Heights, General Santos City l(083) 301 2289 / 0917 3313 800 Le Reve Resort, North Cotabato l

0939 9062 218 / 0939 9052 343

Marex Beach Resort, Island Garden City of Samal l(0928) 732 1893 / 302 1460 Marianne Suites, A. Luna St., Cagayan De Oro City l(088) 880 2123 New Estrella Townhouse, Cagayan De Oro City l

(08822) 745 126 / (088) 852 1441

Orchard Hotel, Bajada, Davao City l (082) 300 8855 Limketkai Luxe Hotel, Cagayan De Oro City l (88) 880 0000 / (02) 779 5240 Palm Residence Inn, Davao City l (082) 305 0505 / 222 5225 / 0917 5684 720 Paras Beach Resort, Yumbing, Camiguin l

(088) 387 9117 / 0917 7152 285

Paseo De San Francisco Suites, Agusan Del Sur l

(+6385) 343 8048 / (+63999) 309 1065

Paradise Island Park & Beach Resort, Samal Island Davao l

(082) 233 0251

Park Inn By Radisson Davao, Davao City l (082) 272 7600 / 272 7601 Parkway Hotel, Surigao City l (086) 231 5116 / 231 5141 to 46

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Paula’s Hotel, Misamis Oriental l 567 1135 / 0917 4308 131 Pearl Farm Beach Resort, Davao City l (082) 221 9970 Pearl Suites, Davao City l

(082) 282 1294 / 0930 1269 185

Pearlmont Inn, Cagayan De Oro City l (088) 856 2653 to 55 Ponce Suites Hotel, Bajada, Davao City l

(082) 227 8161 / 227 9070

Pryce Plaza Hotel, Cagayan De Oro City l

(08822) 726 464 / (088) 858 3131

Precious Garden of Samal www.precious-garden-samal.com l PTCHostel, Agusan Del Sur l

(082) 303-2818

0917 6247 037 / 0917 9111 252

Rhapsody Suites, Cagayan De Oro l (088) 857 1101 / 0932 8469 358 Roadhaus Hotel, Dadiangas City Heights, General Santos City l

(083) 553 8888 / 553 5335 / Telefax: 553 1771

Secret Cove Beach Resort, Camiguin Island l Sequoia Inn, Davao City l

(088) 387 9084 / 387 9184

(082) 300 3636

Seda Abreeza, Davao City l

(6382) 322 8888

Sonreir Apartelle, Calinan, Davao City l Southern Tourist Inn, Davao City l Sunflower Hotel, Davao City l

0947 7910 147 / 0923 3327 698

(082) 221 7431

(082) 221 5011 / 305 3531

Sydney Hotel, General Santos City l

(083) 552 5479 / 552 5480 / 552 5481

Square Suites, General Santos City l

(083) 552 5127 / 0922 8362 516 / 0912 6007 323

T’boli Hotel and Restaurant, General Santos City l

(083) 302 2648 / 553 7586 / 302 6652

TCC Condo Hostel, Toril, Davao City l

(082) 291 3800

The Dynasty Court Hotel, Cagayan De Oro City l

(08822) 72 4516 / 72 7825

The Farm @ Carpenter Hill, Koronadal City, South Cotabato l

(083) 228 1888 / 228 9010 / 0918 9210 425

The Manor Hotel, Davao City l (063) (82) 221 2511 to 13 The Margarette Business Hotel, Maramag, Bukidnon l

(088) 238 5236 / 0906 6437 648 / 0917 5498 841 / 0926 8446 952

The Metropolis Suites, Davao City l

(082) 282 8000 / 321 2874

The Old Barracks Suites, Kidapawan City l The Peridot Suites, Davao City l

(064) 288 1299

(082) 305 6530 / 305 3812

The Pinnacle Hotel and Suites, Davao City l

(+6382) 300 1881 / 300 5885 / 221 3025

The Ritz Hotel at Garden Oases, Davao City l The Vip Hotel, Cagayan De Oro City l

Tierra Montana Hotel, General Santos City l Tune Hotel, Cagayan De Oro l Tune Hotel, Davao City l

(082) 228 6885 to 87

(0882) 727 360 / 726 080 (083) 554 7733 / 553 0553

(088) 880 0888 / 0917 8514 308

(082) 224 0577 to 78 / 0916 5508 863

Uptown Condotel Xavier Estate, Cagayan De Oro City l

(088) 851 1800 / 0908 8881 800

Victoria Suites Hotel, Cagayan De Oro l

(088) 857 4447 / (08822) 72 2222

Villa Paraiso Resort and Apartelle, Mambajao, Camiguin l

(088) 387 0419 / 387 0420 / 0917 3089 293 / 0999 9906 543

Uno Business Hotel & Café, Hangkol, Valencia City l We R Inn Hotel, City Center, Davao City l

(088) 828 3544 / 0917 5395 678

(082) 227 9328 / 0919 9252 808 / 0922 8418 102

Willshire Inn / Will’s Place, Cagayan De Oro City l

0917 6320 635 / 0917 6320 650

Woodland Tourist Inn, Alunan Highway, Tacurong City l

(064) 477 0488 / 0942 9243 041

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