The 11th Regional Travel Fair, organized by the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines, made a triumphant return to full onsite event since the COVID-19 pandemic, generating over PHP 110 million in actual and negotiated sales during its three-day event at the SM Seaside City Cebu from 21-23 July 2023. This surpassed the previous RTF sales…
Tanduay sold the most number of 9-liter cases in the global rum category to retain its number one position among the top ten rum brands in the world in terms of sales, according to England-based publication, The Spirits Business. The brand sold 27.4 million cases in 2022 compared to 23.6 million in the previous year,…
Popular TV personalities, Jeannie Mai Jenkins (“The Real”) and Cheryl Burke (“Dancing with the Stars”), will host the 10th Miss Filipina International (MFI) on August 5, 2023, at the International Ballroom of The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California. Mario Lopez of “Access TV” will join as a special guest presenter along with the reigning…
TAGAYTAY CITY – Nayong Pilipino Foundation (NPF) in partnership with the Department of Tourism Office of Product and Market Development (DOT-OPMD), and DOT CALABARZON, trained around 40 cultural workers composed of tourism officers, tour guides, and tourism planners from different provinces in CALABARZON on July 19-21, 2023 in preparation for the official launch of the…
The country’s top culinary school, CCA Manila, in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture-Philippine Rice Research Institute (DA-PhilRice) and the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), is proud to announce a partnership to develop a range of recipes using Malusog Rice as the main ingredient. This collaboration aims to celebrate Nutrition Month and promote the nutritional…
Los Angeles, CA — Hilton Los Angeles San Gabriel is pleased to announce that it will be hosting the highly anticipated 2023 Health Beauty and Wellness MegaMix Expo on July 27th. This exciting event, focusing on health, beauty, and wellness, promises to be a remarkable experience for guests, featuring over 100 vendors who will showcase…
Arleta – Comprehensive Community Health Centers (CCHC), a leading Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) operating in Los Angeles County, conducted and celebrated its Arleta clinic Inaugural and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Wednesday, June 28, 2023,10:30 AM at 9043 Woodman Avenue, Arleta, CA 91331. CCHC is a California Non-Profit Public Benefit Corporation and a Federally Qualified…
SARAH Geronimo is a very famous Filipina singer and actress, with numerous albums, TV shows and movies accredited to her name. She has been in the entertainment industry since she was four years old, having a very prosperous and long career. She has held 2 concerts at Pechanga before, and will be coming back to…
ATTORNEY Maria Leonor “Leni” Robredo, former vice president of the Philippines and chairperson and president of Angat Buhay, will be the keynote speaker of the 22nd Biennial Grand Reunion and Convention (GRC), organized by the University of the Philippines Alumni Association in America (UPAAA). This year’s theme of “Engage, Empower, Excel” will also highlight other stellar…
Danielle Dominique Aguinaldo Ocampo recently got her Juris Doctor law degree, one of the graduates of Loyola Marymount University Law School Class of 2023. She has a strong interest in Privacy and Cybersecurity Law, having internship experiences at Indeed.com and Intuitive Surgical, Inc. She is a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) with the International Association…
Cox Las Vegas is proud to announce its annual Cox Back-To-School Fairs will be held over four consecutive Saturdays starting Saturday, July 15 and concluding on Saturday, August 5. The event is sponsored by Clark County Credit Union. The Cox Back-To-School Fair is the longest running, most visible school-readiness event in Southern Nevada serving as…
The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines, the marketing and promotions arm of the Department of Tourism, is set to stage one of its flagship programs, the 11th Regional Travel Fair (RTF), from 21 to 23 July 2023 at SM Seaside City, Cebu. The RTF is a government-initiated trade fair that strategically conducts its events across…
A landmark as your backdrop, outstanding culinary delights, and more than a decade’s worth of excellent service – these are just some of the compelling reasons why Marco Polo Plaza is an ideal venue for meetings and conferences. Majestically situated 600 feet above sea level along the prestigious Nivel Hills district, Marco Polo Plaza, is…
Indulge and satisfy every cravings with Midas Cafe’s international buffet and Yanagi’s scrumptious Japanese buffet available every weekend for Php 1,500 nett per person. •Midas Cafe (Friday-Saturday) •Yanagi (Friday-Sunday) Lunch buffet – 11:30 am to 2:30 pm Dinner buffet – 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm Reservations/inquiries: • +63 2 7902 0100 local 8199 • +63917…
International Filipino performer and leviwand pioneer Ehrlich “Firechill” Ocampo accepted recognition from Clark County, Nevada last June 23 in an awarding ceremony at Fil-Am Central. Clark County Commissioner Tick Segerblom presented Ehrlich with a Proclamation from Clark County Nevada together with Gerri Schroder (Assistant to Nevada Congresswoman Susie Lee), Justin Guzman (representing Congresswoman Dina Titus),…
Step into the grandeur of the Sistine Chapel and experience Michelangelo’s masterpieces up close and personal right here in Manila! A first in Southeast Asia, ATIN Global Inc. and SEE Global Entertainment Inc. are bringing Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel :The Exhibition to Filipinos from July 1 to September 30, 2023. This globally-successful multi-sensory exhibit—which has been…
Jojo Bragais, the young Filipino shoe designer and entrepreneur who made a fashion coup when his quality platform high-heel shoes were worn by the candidates in the 2023 Miss Universe pageant, is a proud sponsor of the 10th Miss Filipina International (MFI) pageant to be held on August 5, 2023 at the International Ballroom of…
Break free from the summer heat and book our Mid-Year Room Promo for an ultimate relaxation treat! Php 5,500 nett – Deluxe Room Php 6,800 nett – Executive Room Inclusions: Buffet Breakfast for 2 persons A choice of: 30 mins foot/back massage or grazing tin can Sunset Lounge Access Voucher for 2 persons (for Executive…
CCA Manila, the leading culinary school in the Philippines, proudly announces the launch of its groundbreaking course, Fundamentals in Filipino Cuisine. As a pioneer in the culinary arts industry, CCA Manila takes the lead in owning the narrative of Filipino cuisine education, offering students a comprehensive program that celebrates the rich heritage and flavors of…
The Nayong Pilipino Pilipino Foundation (NPF), in partnership with AirAsia, proudly launched their groundbreaking tree planting event, “Taking Off For A Greener Future.” This collaborative initiative marked a significant milestone in their joint efforts to combat climate change and foster a more sustainable future. Esteemed celebrity volunteers, including Joj and Jai Agpangan, Andrei King, Althea Ablan, and…
The Consortium offers the fastest route to rehabilitate and transform NAIA along with significant upfront and ongoing capital and economic value for the Philippine government MANILA, June 19, 2023 – The Manila International Airport Consortium (MIAC) has unveiled the NAIA Masterplan (Masterplan), the multi-phased development program at the center of its PHP 267 billion Unsolicited…
MANILA, Philippines — The two-and-a-half year multi-sectoral partnership among the United Nations (UN), the public and private agencies and organizations recently culminated, reporting significant gains in protecting Filipino migrant workers through progressive labor migration policies and practices. These agencies include the International Organization for Migration (IOM), the International Labour Organization (ILO), the United Nations Entity…
One distinctive mark of Clark International Airport (CRK) is its highlight of the valued sense of place. Its designs drew inspirations from its surrounding wonders, like its accents of greens and blues that emulates its surrounding landscape, the gray floor finish that reminds of the lava fields of Mt. Pinatubo, and cathedral ceilings that mimic Central…
A lesson in Humanities 1, way back in college, says that between black and white lies the shade of gray. True enough, in life, there could never be just black and white. And the good news is we love living in full color. That’s why every one of us loves traveling primarily because we want to…
Sacramento – Permanent disabled person parking placard holders who have had their placards for six or more years must provide a signature to the DMV to renew this year. Placards expire on June 30, 2023. A new law has changed the renewal process, so longtime placard holders will no longer automatically receive new placards. Placards must…
Health care coverage for the over 15 million Californians currently on Medi-Cal will be up for renewal over the next year and Covered California wants to make sure everyone takes the right steps to stay insured. The eligibility of Californians enrolled in the state’s Medi-Cal program has not been reviewed since 2020 due to the…
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) and GeeksPH announced the revival of Geeks On A Beach (GOAB) after a five-year break and is set to happen in Panglao, Bohol on November 23-24, during the Philippine Startup Week 2023. The two-day international conference, known for leveraging Philippine tourism and ICT Industry expertise, will gather…
The cable network will join Society 1’s growing group of media companies PASADENA – ChimeTV, the only Asian-owned TV network in English showcasing API programming, is joining the Society 1 umbrella of companies. Media mogul Takashi Cheng will serve as ChimeTV’s new top executive, following founder Faith Bautista’s departure. Society 1 is no stranger to…
LOS ANGELES, CA – The Hollywood Fringe Festival (HFF), an annual open-access, community-derived event celebrating freedom of expression and collaboration in the performing arts community, is coming back this summer for its 13th season. Each June, the arts infiltrate the Hollywood neighborhood: fully equipped theaters, parks, clubs, churches, restaurants and other unexpected places host hundreds of…
