I rarely go on travel I reckon the last time that I had was last 2015. Sad to say that as my day job and blogging works mount I could no longer find time to squeeze for travels.
But we all know that travel is good for your health it has been scientifically proven and by travelers themselves that travel indeed lowers your stress level and it helps improves your brain health.
Carlo’s Bakeshop is on its 30th year of business in Panay Island. It has grown from its initial offer of cakes to now include bread and pastries aside from merienda, pasta, and other dishes.
Carlo’s has embarked on activities to celebrate their year-long anniversary and has given back to the loyal consumers.
Some earlier activities were the launch of new products like the All Occasion Rolls Collection and its Thanksgiving anniversary promo the Carlo’s Anniversary Blow Out where P35,000.00 worth of prizes such as a kitchen showcase, flat TV and washing machines are to be raffled away before the end of the year. They have also joined the City government’s BuluwanonnaNanay project last May to honor the mothers of Iloilo.
Do you love traveling but feel that your earnings are never enough to cover the cost? Do you always feel worried about the continuous price hikes on commodities? Are you one of those who complain about the high tax rate charged on the items and services you need?
Scenezoned Season 2 takes you on a meaningful journey to eight of the Philippines’ finest destinations
August 23, 2017
Get ready for another round of adventures as Globe presents the second season of Scenezoned, an online video series featuring eight popular personalities on a meaningful journey to the Philippines’ finest.
Taking them to these wondrous locations is the Philippine Airlines, the official airline partner of Scenezoned.
The new season will follow personal journeys of people like celebrity Solenn Heusaff, model and host Tommy Esguerra, and LA Aguinaldo, who each travel to a different location in the Philippines. Each one of them takes the trip with #ThePLAN in mind: A very personal goal, like conquering a long-held fear or tracing their family roots. Each odyssey is set against the backdrop of the untamed natural beauty of their destination, like Biri Island in Northern Samar or Tacloban’s Yolanda Beach.
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| TV Personality and Scenezoned mainstay Solenn Heusaff returns to the series in the season premiere |
When shopping online I find it difficult to choose designs or styles other that off shoulders, stripes, tartan, ginghams and checkered.
I’ve been constantly adding new items to my closet without even realizing that. Well.. They all look pretty similar not until of course when I received my parcel from www.fr.zaful.com and my mother points out that all my clothes look the same. I can’t actually justify it given the reality that I am obsessed with it.
ILOILO City – The new brand of the heritage hotel formerly known as Sarabia Manor Hotel and Convention Center, which was wholly acquired by Brightside Properties and Resorts, Inc., was unveiled last Thursday, August 17, 2017, as The Mansion.
“Our hotel will redefine customer value, where comfort is premium and everybody is relaxed and at ease; where engaging service is synonymous to an all-around pleasant and singular experience,” said Mr. Noel Sinclaire P. Sy, Chief
Operating Officer of Brightside Properties and Resorts, Inc. Owners and executives of Brightside Properties and Resorts, Inc. welcomed at least 300 guests at the unveiling and launch - mostly personalities in government service, Iloilo’s business leaders, members of Ilonggo civic societies and the hotel’s partners and suppliers who were treated to a sumptuous dinner and entertainment.
As Asia’s first symphony orchestra, founded in 1926 by Dr. Alexander Lippay and reorganized in 2001 by its longtime concertmaster, the late Prof. Basilio Manalo, until the present under the baton of Professor Arturo Molina, it produces a broad, year-round program that celebrates its legacy of performing the masterpieces while reaching out to new audiences across space and time. Steadfastly, it remains true to its mission “to enrich the Filipino’s vibrant cultural life through fine orchestral music and to enable more people to experience the power of music”.
The essence of each of this orchestra’s 60 musicians and the staff is fueled by the interest of the Filipino listener.
The theme for this year is Leadership & Creativity and will be demonstrated in each of the five MSO’s Gala Season Concerts by means of an original composition to prelude the main works.
Leadership & Creativity are essential elements in any successful undertaking. In the orchestra, the conductor exemplifies leadership, whose interpretation of the music performed must be accepted willingly by the musicians. Creativity then lies in the work of the composer, who harnesses the energetic force of ideas and concepts yet unrealized until his ink graces the empty score.
The MSO is the proud product of the Manila Symphony Orchestra Foundation—a non-profit, private organization—whose members participate in the cultural life of the country as teachers at the MSO Music Academy in Makati and Manila, soloists, music arrangers, chamber music performers, entrepreneurs, bandmasters, and choir conductors.
MSO is set to put Ilonggos in awe with its scheduled performances in Iloilo City this week. Catch MSO at the following dates and venues:
“Sweet Symphonies: Bach and Beattles”
Friday, August 25, 2017, 7:00 pm
Parish of St. Anne, Molo Church, Iloilo City
Attire: Formal (Men: Barong, Ladies: Cocktail Dress)
“Soundtracks and Symphonies”
Saturday, August 26, 2017, 6:00 pm
Iloilo Convention Center
Attire: Casual
First come, first serve
For inquiries and ticket reservations, contact Iloilo Local Development (ILED) office at telephone number (033) 335-0333 and 337-8341.
Over the years Street Fashion has become one of the mainstream in
the fashion world, mainly because it rooted not on the runway but on the
streets itself.
For fashion savy, it's always fun to walk down the streets and see inspiration everywhere. It's in the streets where you can discover all the best style you could ever conceive of. One of my favorite trend has always been the Kimono Street Fashion.
For fashion savy, it's always fun to walk down the streets and see inspiration everywhere. It's in the streets where you can discover all the best style you could ever conceive of. One of my favorite trend has always been the Kimono Street Fashion.
Time’s running really fast as always. Before you knew it it's back to school time once again.
And www.zaful.com completely understands the feeling when you have to worry about what to wear.
Therefore as part of their promotional back to school campaign, they are giving FREE Clothes! yes, FREE clothes.
This promo runs from August 8 until August 22.
Good Luck
Most tend to forget that the skin is the body's biggest organ. And just like an organ, it needs a certain amount of care for it to stay healthy and function properly. The thing is, people think that they are doing their skin good by applying certain products or having certain services done on regular basis. This, to some degree, can be true.
It is not uncommon knowledge that anything we apply on our skin eventually ends up in our bloodstream. And for this reason, more and more people are now opting for all-natural and organic beauty options.
Hey Sugar Waxing Salon was created as an answer for the need to have an organic and all-natural waxing option in the city.
There is so much more to Megaworld’s 1.1 KM Iloilo Festive Walk Parade. Its pastel painted buildings emulating that of the Santana Row development in California is the hub of Ilonggo’s legendary restaurants as well as international café’s and bistros
Whether you are looking for a place to eat after a long day's work, Festive walk Parade has an overwhelming restaurant selection.
And recently Iloilo Bloggers Inc. we're invited to pig out on the first four restaurants where you can have an after – work snack or a family dinner.
As they say, count the memories, not the calories.
ILOILO CITY- Music like it has never been played before will soon be heard in Iloilo with the coming of the Manila Symphony Orchestra (MSO).
This 55-piece world-class ensemble conducted by Prof. Arturo Molina, is set for two performances with a diverse repertoire in its premiere with the Iloilo crowd.
Slated on August 25, 2017, the orchestra will present “Sweet Symphonies: Bach vs. Beatles” at Molo Church while the concert dubbed as “Soundtracks and Symphonies” is scheduled on August 26, 2017 at the Iloilo Convention Center. Ilonggos will have an inspiring experience of orchestral music that features soundtracks from American and Filipino hit movies.
“Iloilo was once the center of culture and the arts in the Philippines. We have started promoting our visual arts and now, we will focus on the performing arts,” according to Sen. Franklin Drilon, an Ilonggo senator who is a major catalyst in the on-going rapid developments in the city and province.
This musical treat of international standards aims to spark the interest of the local talent pool and a move towards a grander vision for Iloilo and the Ilonggos. It collaborates with the advocacy of the MSO as a vital contributor to the appreciation and enjoyment of music by people from all walks of life.
MSO was established in 1926 by Viennese conductor Alexander Lippay. It is one of the oldest orchestras in Asia and continues to enrich the Filipino’s vibrant cultural life through fine music.
Inquiries about the concerts may be directed to ILED office (33) 335-0333 and 337-8341.
Leading mobile money service provider GCash launches the nation’s first QR payments via smartphone, a move which is expected to change the landscape of how Filipinos usually pay for their purchases.
Dubbed as “GoPay”, it is the newest feature within the GCash app which allows customers to use their GCash account to pay for goods and services by simply scanning QR codes displayed by merchants and establishments. For the consumers, this eliminates the hassle of bringing money, waiting for change, or getting into misunderstandings over payments. Merchants, on the other hand, would no longer need expensive machines to process mobile money transactions but only QRs with a unique code that is linked to their GCash wallet.
By making QR codes available to anyone, even to ambulant vendors and sari-sari store owners, GCash will be paving the way for a cashless society which means faster, more convenient, and secure transactions for both merchants and consumers.
"Our goal has always been to make finance more inclusive by building a cashless ecosystem. GoPay QR payments solution will close the loop and drive merchants accepting GCash payments. We plan to extend this service from all types of retailers nationwide down to our favorite fishball vendor." said John Rubio CEO and President of Mynt, a subsidiary of Globe Telecom dedicated to developing payments solutions using GCash.
“JM Aujero, Mynt Merchant Acquiring Head added: With GoPay QR, consumers don't even need to bring cash when they go shopping or when they eat out. It is the best option for people who do not want to use credit cards but are either wary of having cash with them due to safety reasons or just want the convenience that mobile money offers.”
To use GoPay, a customer with an iPhone or an Android smartphone just needs to download or update to the latest version of the GCash App, register for an account, and fund his GCash wallet at any of over 12,000 GCash Partner Outlets nationwide. Once done, he has to open the GCash App and swipe left on the page. The GCash App will bring up the phone’s camera, at which point he has to “scan” a partner store’s QR code and enter the amount to be paid.
GoPay will be rolled out within the next few weeks at select partner stores. Its introduction is in line with the thrust of Ant Financial, parent company of Alipay and strategic partner of Mynt, to accelerate financial inclusion and upgrade payment services in the Philippines. Alipay popularized QR code payments in China.
Hello, everyone. What to wear on a hump day? I say a classic white button down shirt and ripped shorts? But I have to admit that while I was updating my closet recently I realized that I don't have a single white button down shirt at all.
There are those times, that when you see a certain piece of clothing, you suddenly had a mental picture of what you'll be mixing it with and that's exactly what happened to me only that one piece is missing - a white button down shirt.
The Nail Experts have arrived in SM City Iloilo. Nailaholics Nail Salon and Spa is the country's go-to-urban nail and spa destination with nearly a decade-long heritage of exceptional services defined by a distinct pampering experience. With over more than 50 branches nationwide, the brand is famed for its relaxing treatments and Hamptons-themed interiors that promise escape from daily stress.
MANILA, 4 August 2017 –AirAsia today announced it will operate three flights daily between Manila and Iloilo starting October 1.
AirAsia Philippines CEO Captain Dexter Comendador said, “The addition of Manila – Iloilo route will further expand our domestic footprint in the Visayas region following our expansions in Cebu via the launch of international and domestic flights.”
“AirAsia’s signature low fares, superb service and seamless connectivity here in the country and across ASEAN including China, Australia, India and much more will facilitate travel aspirations of our guests from Western Visayas via Iloilo’s modern
airport and help stimulate demand for travel and tourism.”
To celebrate the new route, AirAsia is offering promo fares from as low as P999now available for booking atwww.airasia.com from today until August 27, 2017 for travel period between October 1, 2017 to August 28, 2018.
AirAsia flights between Manila and Iloilo will operate using the airline’s fleet of Airbus A320sthat can accommodate up to 180 passengers.
Flight Schedule for Manila NAIA Terminal 4 (MNL) – IloiloAirport (ILO)
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Z2 315
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MNL
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ILO
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20:50
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22:00
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Z2 316
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ILO
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MNL
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22:40
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23:50
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Daily
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Z2 306
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MNL
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ILO
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03:55
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05:05
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Daily
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Z2 307
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ILO
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MNL
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05:35
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06:45
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Daily
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Z2 309
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MNL
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ILO
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14:15
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15:25
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Z2 310
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ILO
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MNL
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16:10
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17:20
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AirAsia has expanded its Cebu operations last year with direct flights to Taipei and Singapore launched in November and domestic flights from Cebu to Davao, Boracay and Palawan introduced in April this year. The airline has been servicing flights for Cebu – Incheon/Seoul and Cebu – Kuala Lumpur, and operates several flights between Manila and Cebu since 2013.
About Iloilo City:
Food is one of Iloilo’s biggest year-round attractions with La Paz Batchoy, a noodle soup made from pork and beef broth mixed with crisp pork skin and assorted organs, and fresh seafoods are among the must-try ones. The city is also home to many Spanish-colonial churches, grand vintage houses, and old commercial and institutional buildings.
The Iloilo Dinagyang Festival is one of the Philippines’ biggest religious and cultural festivals but equally exciting events include Paraw Regatta Festival, Jaro Fiesta and Chinese New Year.
Pristine beaches are located in Northern Iloilo where the islands of Gigantes, Concepcion, Ajuy, and Sicogon are among the most visited ones. The southern coast of Iloilo, meanwhile, boasts of well-preserved marine sanctuaries and sand beaches.
Keep updated with AirAsia’s latest promotion and activities via twitter (@AirAsiaFilipino), Facebook (facebook.com/AirAsiaPhilippines) and on Instagram (@AirAsiaPh).
With the radical emergent of coffee shops in Iloilo City, I have to say that the coffee business in Iloilo is growing. Thus, it's a probable assumption that Ilonggos are real coffee lovers.
And I found a new favorite not just coffee but brew at San Jose Cafe, it’s healthy and it’s called “Moringa-Calamansi Tea”. Never thought that combining these two elements could create something really delicious.
And I found a new favorite not just coffee but brew at San Jose Cafe, it’s healthy and it’s called “Moringa-Calamansi Tea”. Never thought that combining these two elements could create something really delicious.
Being a tea lover It’s always a pleasure to discover new tea flavors and besides tea like coffee has always been an expedient pleasure.
One of Manila's popular and successful film festival is coming to Bacolod and Iloilo for the first time! Here's what you need to know about the 20th edition of Japanese Film Festival | EIGASAI 2017
EIGASAI is the annual Japanese Film Festival organized by the Japan Foundation, Manila for enthusiasts of contemporary Japanese cinema, arts and culture.
It was Launched in 1997 and since then EIGASAI has grown to one of the largest and popular film festivals attracting over 20,000 audiences every year across the Philippines, showcasing a vast variety of cinematic delights from drama, romance, anime to recently released films in Japan.
I once came across a quote “Healthy food is the new bacon” perhaps some might not agree but to those who aim to promote a healthy lifestyle through healthy eating it can be.
But let’s be honest here breaking bad eating habits can be tough and preparing healthy foods is not easy. That’s why, if you don’t have enough time to prepare it yourself you can always go to healthy restaurants.
Here in SM City Iloilo Southpoint we have LIVE by Healthy Kitchen, as the name promises all the foods here are healthy good. The resto caters to all healthy eaters who want to nourish not only their body but their mind and soul as well.
I’ve actually enjoyed everything I’ve eaten given that I never felt any worry or guilt at all.
November is totally about getting cozy and if you are someone who doesn't wish to put on jackets and prefer the hip and cool look then you should opt with coats.
What is a coat? it’s actually a utilitarian warm garment since can be worn with almost anything. It is usually worn by sassy chics, but now it has become more popular and trending in the fashion runway. T
True enough, there is no denying the fact that coats are making its way in today’s world since it's breakthrough.
www.rosegal.com, on the other hand, has been selling stylish and cute women coats for the past years and below are just some of my top favorite coats from their shop.
Bags are considered a staple in a woman’s wardrobe. They make an instant spark in a woman’s outfit. I am not a Bagaholic but I was deeply influenced by my grandmother and my mom who are real lovers of bags. Ever since I was a kid they’ve been collecting bags of different classes and styles. When we were little my mom would often buy me and my sister girly sling purse in different colors and with cute dolls faces on it.
Growing up bags has become one of my favorite things to collect. But they say to be a bag collector it means you have to spill extra money for it. True, Bags can be a luxurious hobby to collect if you aim for the brand and the quality. Good thing though that nowadays we can get more bag collections at a cheaper price of good quality.
A good example of an online shop offering good quality bags is sammy dress In their fashion handbag collections
A good example of an online shop offering good quality bags is sammy dress In their fashion handbag collections
www.sammydress.com you can choose from different styles of bags. Below are examples of their beautiful collections.
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