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Filipino Drinking Culture
December 12, 2016

Filipino Drinking Culture

Drinking – Inuman, as what the Filipinos would call it – has always been a staple to every celebration. May it be in a birthday party, a fiesta, or just a simple get-together, the Filipinos would always find a reason to gather around a small table, buy cases and cases of beer, and just chat the night away.
PH best at ‘Social Networking’ according to International Number Ones map
December 11, 2016

PH best at ‘Social Networking’ according to International Number Ones map

David McCandless, data journalist and information designer, produced the “International Number Ones” map based on his research on which countries do what best.
Date in the Sky with Helicopter Fine Dining via Philjets
December 09, 2016

Date in the Sky with Helicopter Fine Dining via Philjets

Arrive at your favourite fine dining destination via helicopter! Philjets, one of the major players in the Philippines’ aviation industry is bringing one-of-a-kind dating experience through their Date in the Sky with Helicopter Fine Dining
Bicol to get a new airport by 2021: Bicol Int’l Airport at 62%
December 09, 2016

Bicol to get a new airport by 2021: Bicol Int’l Airport at 62%

More tourists and locals alike might be flying to the Bicol Region in 5 years time as President Rodrigo Duterte leads the groundbreaking ceremony of facilities and buildings that will complete the Bicol International Airport (BIA) in Daraga, Albay.
Siam Thai’s Seafood Combo Package
December 09, 2016

Siam Thai’s Seafood Combo Package

Enjoy some of Siam Thai BBQ and Sports Bar’s finest this holiday season as they bring you their Seafood Combo Package. F
El Nido named 6th rising travel destination
December 12, 2016

El Nido named 6th rising travel destination

El Nido claimed the 6th place at TripAdvisor’s list of “Travelers’ Choice Destination on the Rise.”
FamilyMart is now accepting loading and payments via beep™ card
December 21, 2016

FamilyMart is now accepting loading and payments via beep™ card

Convenience just got more convenient! You can now reload and pay with your beep™ card at FamilyMart
Astrophysicist sees PH as potential ‘Hub of Space Tech’ in Southeast Asia
December 10, 2016

Astrophysicist sees PH as potential ‘Hub of Space Tech’ in Southeast Asia

Astrophysicist Dr.Rogel Mari D. Sese said that the Philippines has the capability to become the hub of space technology and space applications in Southeast Asia.
Great Holiday Treats from Skechers
December 09, 2016

Great Holiday Treats from Skechers

  Get ready to fill your Christmas shopping bags with goodies as Great Holiday Treats from Skechers will be happening from December 9, 2016 to January 15, 2017! For every minimum single receipt purchase worth P4,999 on regular-priced items, you may get 20% off on all regular-priced Skechers Time pieces, Performance apparel, and accessories including socks and bags.  
Fil-Am teen impresses judges in KPOP-Star 6
December 07, 2016

Fil-Am teen impresses judges in KPOP-Star 6

Kriesha Tiu wowed KPOP-Star 6 judges during her powerful powerful performance at the said Korean talent search
Listicle: 2016 Christmas Mall Hours for Makati, BGC, Ortigas Center, and Alabang
December 08, 2016

Listicle: 2016 Christmas Mall Hours for Makati, BGC, Ortigas Center, and Alabang

Christmas is in full swing, and everyone is flocking to the most accessible place to do their last-minute Christmas shopping: malls. It's always best to plan ahead to avoid that Christmas rush. Here's a list of mall schedules for Makati, Ortigas Center, Alabang, and BGC.
Out Now! Philippine Primer Magazine December 2016
December 09, 2016

Out Now! Philippine Primer Magazine December 2016

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and this December, Primer is giving you a lot of reasons to celebrate Christmas in the Philippines! – Cover Story: Buffet Restaurants in Metro Manila There is something about buffet that makes anyone feel like a king. Unlimited food on the table is a temptation no one can resist. This December, Philippine Primer features some of the must-try all-you-can-eat restaurants in the metro. From high-end to cost-conscious, these buffets offer great food, good service, and a satisfying dining experience for you and your family and friends this holiday season. – Travel Feature: Coron, Palawan When God has cascaded Earth with beautiful natural […]
A twist on old favorites and the addition of soon-to-be’s: Crisp on 28th’s new menu
February 28, 2017

A twist on old favorites and the addition of soon-to-be’s: Crisp on 28th’s new menu

A completely revamped menu was shown to bloggers and other members of the media earlier today, December 9, featuring old favorites and new flavors from Chef Siggy and Chef Randy that will leave you wanting more. Here are some of the new dishes you can expect from Crisp on 28th.
Holiday Buffet: A VASK Tapas Brunch
December 08, 2016

Holiday Buffet: A VASK Tapas Brunch

Starting this December 3, get to try Vask Tapas Brunch special Holiday Buffet!
Pasig roads closed on Dec. 11 for ‘Paskotitap 2016’
December 09, 2016

Pasig roads closed on Dec. 11 for ‘Paskotitap 2016’

Commuters are advised to take alternate routes as selected Pasig roads will be closed on December 11, 2016 for the Christmas event called “Paskotitap 2016” at Frontera Verde Tiendesitas in Pasig City.
Starbucks to boost number of shops, add more food to menu
December 09, 2016

Starbucks to boost number of shops, add more food to menu

Starbucks, looking to the future as its longtime CEO moves to other projects, plans to open 12,000 locations within five years to boost its number of coffee shops worldwide by almost 50 percent. The Seattle-based chain is also upgrading its menu next year adding soups, gluten-free breakfast sandwiches and a wheat-free cooked egg product. And sometime in 2017, customers will be able to talk to the Starbucks app to order a latte or cookie instead of tapping their smartphones. An app update will use artificial intelligence technology to let customers order by voice and have the app respond immediately with a message. Starbucks outlined its five-year growth plans to investors […]
Visa-free entry for Filipinos to China being studied by PROC
December 08, 2016

Visa-free entry for Filipinos to China being studied by PROC

Filipinos might just be able to get into China without having to go through a visa application procedure as the People’s Republic of China (PROC) is studying the possibility of waiving its visa requirements for Filipinos.
Stay connected wherever you are as Smart offers World Travel WiFi
December 07, 2016

Stay connected wherever you are as Smart offers World Travel WiFi

Hey, travelers! Good news: you can now stay connected in over 100 countries worldwide for only P390 for 24 hours with Smart’s World Travel WiFi!
Eton Tower Makati’s ‘The Mini Suites’ officially opens
December 08, 2016

Eton Tower Makati’s ‘The Mini Suites’ officially opens

Hong Kong's iconic Mini Hotel—The Mini Suites—officially opens in the Philippines on December 7, 2016 at Eton Tower Makati, the first residential condo directly connected to Makati CBD'S elevated walkways.
PH cultural center Sentro Rizal opens in Rome, Milan
December 06, 2016

PH cultural center Sentro Rizal opens in Rome, Milan

The overseas Philippine cultural center Sentro Rizal has opened in Rome and Milan in Italy this November to reach out to the international community and Filipino community abroad.