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New 20-Piso and Enhanced 5-Piso Coins Released by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas
December 21, 2019

New 20-Piso and Enhanced 5-Piso Coins Released by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas released a new 20-Piso and an enhanced 5-Piso coin as a part of the New Generation Currency (GNC) Coin Series.
Enjoy Festive Feasts at Hotel Okura Manila’s Yamazato This Holiday
December 23, 2019

Enjoy Festive Feasts at Hotel Okura Manila’s Yamazato This Holiday

Celebrate the year-end holiday season with specially crafted food menus from Hotel Okura Manila's Yamazato restaurant!
Gift Ideas for Pet Lovers and Pet Parents this 2019
December 20, 2019

Gift Ideas for Pet Lovers and Pet Parents this 2019

Here are some gift ideas for pet lovers and owners for Christmas 2019!
Get the Best Deals with JINS Philippines in Their End of Season Sale
December 20, 2019

Get the Best Deals with JINS Philippines in Their End of Season Sale

Japanese eyewear brand JINS is now holding its special end of season sale starting from December 20, 2019 to January 12, 2020.
Hokkaido Meat and Noodles in Makati Offers 50% Off on Yakiniku Day This December
December 20, 2019

Hokkaido Meat and Noodles in Makati Offers 50% Off on Yakiniku Day This December

It’s Yakiniku Day at Hokkaido Meat and Noodles in Makati once again and they are offering exciting meal promos for diners this coming December 27 to 29, 2019.
Taguig City to Implement Stop and Go Scheme, Road Closures for MMFF Parade
December 19, 2019

Taguig City to Implement Stop and Go Scheme, Road Closures for MMFF Parade

Road closures will be implemented at portions of Taguig for this year's Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) Parade of Stars is happening on December 22, 2019.
The Newest Starbucks Collapsible Cups Are Now Available in PH
December 20, 2019

The Newest Starbucks Collapsible Cups Are Now Available in PH

The all-new Stojo collapsible cups are now available at all Starbucks branches nationwide.
Train Operating Schedules for the 2019 Holiday Season
December 19, 2019

Train Operating Schedules for the 2019 Holiday Season

The LRT-1, LRT-2, and MRT-3 has announced changes in their schedules for the 2019 holiday season.
5 Shops in Manila to Visit for Men’s Outdoor Travel Accessories
June 09, 2022

5 Shops in Manila to Visit for Men’s Outdoor Travel Accessories

Definitely, people are planning to travel this holiday season. One of the well-loved outdoor activities is hiking and it is important to protect oneself from accidents!
Be Part of the Flavors with DOT’s New MyMetroManila App
December 19, 2019

Be Part of the Flavors with DOT’s New MyMetroManila App

Explore the wonders and flavors of Metro Manila all in one app because MyMetroManila—Department of Tourism’s new food and travel mobile application, is now out and ready to download!
Hanagushi in Makati Celebrates 3rd Anniversary with Special Promo
December 18, 2019

Hanagushi in Makati Celebrates 3rd Anniversary with Special Promo

Famous for its yakitori and skewer-grilled servings, Hanagushi Japanese Restaurant in Makati is now celebrating its third year anniversary with a special promo until December 20, 2019!
DOT to Promote Mall Tourism Next Year with Month-Long Sale Nationwide
December 18, 2019

DOT to Promote Mall Tourism Next Year with Month-Long Sale Nationwide

The upcoming nationwide mall sale dubbed as “Philippine Fun Sale” is targeted to happen in March 2020.
Celebrate the Festive Season with Tapella’s Holiday Set Dishes
December 17, 2019

Celebrate the Festive Season with Tapella’s Holiday Set Dishes

Celebrate Christmas with these special holiday sets from Tapella Restobar!
7 New Milk Tea Shops That Opened Around Manila This 2019
December 18, 2019

7 New Milk Tea Shops That Opened Around Manila This 2019

Milk tea has been one of the most popular food trends this year, and that is evident with the long lines at milk tea stalls and the number of new names that opened around Metro Manila.
New TPLEX Sison-Rosario Section Temporarily Open and Toll-Free for the Holidays
December 17, 2019

New TPLEX Sison-Rosario Section Temporarily Open and Toll-Free for the Holidays

Good news for those planning to head up north this Christmas! Another extension of the Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX) segment has been opened temporarily and toll-free for the holidays.
PH Wins as One at the 30th Southeast Asian Games
December 16, 2019

PH Wins as One at the 30th Southeast Asian Games

The Philippines bagged the first spot out of the 11 participating countries with a total of 387 medals composed of 149 golds, 117 silvers and 121 bronzes.
Ramon Ang Included Among the 50 Most Influential People of 2019
June 09, 2022

Ramon Ang Included Among the 50 Most Influential People of 2019

Bloomberg names tycoon Ramon Ang one of the 50 most influential people of 2019, making him the only Filipino to make the list out of hand-picked individuals worldwide.
5 Wine Shops Around the Metro Offering 2019 Holiday Bundles
December 13, 2019

5 Wine Shops Around the Metro Offering 2019 Holiday Bundles

Whether for feasts or as a gift to loved ones, wine is perhaps one of the simplest yet elegant accessories to showcase in one's table for the holiday!
Pâtisserie BEBE Rouge in Makati Now Offers Christmas Cakes by Reservation
June 09, 2022

Pâtisserie BEBE Rouge in Makati Now Offers Christmas Cakes by Reservation

Makati’s well-loved cakes and pastry shop Pâtisserie BEBE Rouge gives you the option to have a more glamorous Christmas celebration with their Christmas Cake Reservations!
10 Christmas Gifts Ideas for Makeup Lovers
December 13, 2019

10 Christmas Gifts Ideas for Makeup Lovers

This 2019, gift your beauty junkie friends and relatives with these beauty items and tools!