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STEPS : Bureau of Quarantine - Yellow Vaccination Certificate or Card

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Early this month, I got the chance to process my Yellow Card also known as the International Certificate of Vaccination from the Bureau of Quarantine. Even if you don't have international travel yet, you can still process yours. Here's a step-by-step guide for you on how to process your Yellow Card!

STEPS : Bureau of Quarantine - Yellow Vaccination Certificate or Card


First, what is this Yellow Card? According to Wikipedia, The International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP), also known as the Carte Jaune or Yellow Card, is an official vaccination report created by the World Health Organization (WHO). As a travel document, it is a kind of medical passport that is recognized internationally and may be required for entry to certain countries where there are increased health risks for travelers.

STEPS : Bureau of Quarantine - Yellow Vaccination Certificate or Card



Before you proceed, I suggest you'll use a laptop or desktop. The mobile phone is okay but knowing the government website, it keeps on freezing, thus you need to restart the browser again and again. 

1. Open your preferred Internet Browser and open https://icv.boq.ph/
2. Click Select Location and Choose Visayas
STEPS : Bureau of Quarantine - Yellow Vaccination Certificate or Card

STEPS : Bureau of Quarantine - Yellow Vaccination Certificate or Card

3. Under Visayas, there are two options. I prefer to choose Robinsons Galleria as open slots are still green for the rest of the month.
4. Click Book an Appointment, read the items in the pop-up and click "I Agree to the Terms & Privacy..."
5. In the next pop up, choose NEW CERTIFICATE
6. Fill up the form with all information and click SUBMIT

STEPS : Bureau of Quarantine - Yellow Vaccination Certificate or Card

Once all set for above, you will be shown a 5-steps guide.

STEPS : Bureau of Quarantine - Yellow Vaccination Certificate or Card


Step 1: Choose BOQ Service Type | Choose International Vaccine Certification Services | Choose Certificate of Vaccine for COVID 19 | Then click NEXT
IMPORTANT: The client needs to submit an original copy of his/her COVID 19 vaccine certificate issued by the Local Government Unit (LGU). The traveler must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in the Philippines.

Step 2: Pick your Preferred Date to Visit - Make sure to choose the Green highlights as this means open slots. Then choose Appointment Time

STEPS : Bureau of Quarantine - Yellow Vaccination Certificate or Card



Step 3: (Client Info) - You need to fill in all information which includes Documentary requirements such as Government ID (PRC ID, VOters ID, GSIS, SSS/UMID, Drivers ID, or Postal ID), VACCINATION CARD/CERTIFICATE, and Passport.

Step 4: Confirmation - You need to review all information you fill in step 3

Step 5: Payment - there are different options for how to pay such as Paymaya, Gcash, or Credit/Debit Card. Just follow accordingly. Once payment is done, you are good to go! Do not forget to save the Reference Number.

STEPS : Bureau of Quarantine - Yellow Vaccination Certificate or Card



What to bring during the appointment?
Here are the important items, you need to bring.
1. Valid ID such as UMID, SSS, see above.
2. Passport (not expired)
3. Vaccination Cards issued by LGUs.
REMINDER: Please wear appropriate attire during your appointment.
STEPS : Bureau of Quarantine - Yellow Vaccination Certificate or Card



What are the steps during the appointment?
Step 1: You need to fill out a form from the reception
Step 2: You'll wait for your scheduled appointment
Step 3: Verification - You'll wait for your turn and pass your passport and vax id so that the personnel can verify your data on their system.
Step 4: Printing - The assigned personnel will proceed on printing your Yellow Card.

STEPS : Bureau of Quarantine - Yellow Vaccination Certificate or Card
VERIFICATION STEP

STEPS : Bureau of Quarantine - Yellow Vaccination Certificate or Card
PRINTING STEP


Does the Yellow Card have an expiration date? NO, and YES.
No, if your Passport is not yet expired.
Yes, if your passport is soon to be expired.

What does this mean? The expiration of your Yellow Card will depend on the expiration of your Passport because the ID stated in the yellow card is your passport ID.



UNIQLO Launches Its 2022 Spring/Summer LifeWear Collection

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(PRESS RELEASE)  — Japanese global apparel retailer, UNIQLO, shows us the joys of clothing as it presents its Spring/Summer collection for 2022. The collection provides fresh, comfortable, functional, and stylish pieces perfect for the season, whether one is in the city, nature, at home, or the seaside. 



THE JOYS OF CLOTHING

For this season, UNIQLO focuses on the simple joys that come to life when people and clothes find each other. In its latest lineup, there’s a blazer or dress that captures modern life in the city, a relaxing and roomy pair of shorts for that trip to the great outdoors, and breezy linens and madras shirts in lively colors that can be worn at the beach. UNIQLO presents four sub-themes this season and what ties all these together is that they bring happiness and comfort to its wearer during these sunny days.

The Joys of Skyline

City-dwellers enjoy the convenience of a cosmopolitan lifestyle: a neighborhood cafe with friendly baristas, a deli selling artisanal cheeses, and restaurants serving farm-to-table food. This urban way of life needs contemporary and modern clothes that can be worn at work or off-duty.

The Joys of Landscape

Relish life off the grid, the rustling of the wind in the trees and the crunching of leaves under the shoes, with colors and textures that blend in with the scenery of nature.

The Joys of Imagination 

Art and sophisticated designs stir the senses. Imaginations are supposed to wander and enter brilliant new worlds so UNIQLO found inspiration in vibrant and uplifting colors. 

The Joys of Sun and Seaside

An afternoon by the beach while soaking in the sun and feeling the breeze calls for natural textures, linen fabric, and clothes that drape effortlessly over the body. These are comfortable to wear and more importantly, easy to shed off when it’s time for a dip.




UNIQLO U

This season’s collection for UNIQLO U aims to support the daily rhythm of all sorts of lifestyles. Artistic director Christophe Lemaire and the design team in Paris produced relaxed, loose-fitting, and clean silhouettes for the ultimate in comfort. 

This is also reflected in the palette, featuring earth tones in brown, khaki, and olive. Warm, neutral colors, such as faded tones of orange and green, and military blue also make an appearance. A kids’ collection will be offered again this season.

UT

For this season, UNIQLO’s exciting range of t-shirts inspired by art, music, movies, manga, and other elements of culture, UT promises a diverse range of interests, including film, art, and photography. 

A highlight this season is a line of monochromatic Mickey Mouse art by Joshua Vides. The artist is known for his immersive installations and products that embody the essence of pop art. Next is the collection in collaboration with Magnum Photos, a cooperative that has visually documented most of the world's major events and personalities since the 1930s. The collection includes iconic photographs shot by Alec Soth, Eli Reed, Alessandra Sanguinetti, Gueorgui Pinkhassov, Elliott Erwitt, and Martin Parr.

These are accompanied by a collection that features Keith Haring’s debut exhibition at the Tony Shafrazi Gallery in New York City in 1982. Joining Haring are collections showcasing the art of Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat.




COLLABORATIONS

Apart from the sub-themes, UNIQLO is offering collaborations that reflect different aesthetics, but are all grounded by joy:

Hana Tajima

Hana Tajima returns to create UNIQLO’s first collection dedicated to dresses. This season, the New York-based fashion designer created garments that are made to be lived in, with understated yet iconic styles. 

The collection features deep greens and blues inspired by nature and flower patterns found in Tajima’s garden. These patterns can also be found on hand-drawn scarves. 

Inès de la Fressange

Inès De la Fressange turns to the colorful Moroccan city of Marrakesh in creating this season’s collection. The designer crafted high-quality and elegant yet casual items that liberally use cotton, linen, and silk. 

The womenswear lineup is infused with menswear elements in natural colors and warm accents in reds, oranges, and pinks. The collection stays true to de la Fressange’s DNA of effortless chic that is truly French, truly Inès.

JW Anderson

Jonathan Anderson, who is never far from the sea, was inspired by sailing and the culture of seaside towns and ports when developing this collection. The sapphire blues of the sea, the soft browns of seashores, and the calming beiges of chalk cliffs are combined with red, green, and blue elements, reminiscent of maritime signal flags. 

The nautical narrative is expressed through rope details, performance fabrics, patchwork, and asymmetrical elements.

UNIQLO’s 2022 Spring/Summer collection will be available starting February in all stores nationwide. 

For more updates, please visit UNIQLO Philippines’ social media accounts, Facebook (facebook.com/uniqlo.ph), Twitter (twitter.com/uniqloph) and Instagram (instagram.com/uniqlophofficial) and UNIQLO Philippines’ website at uniqlo.com/ph, and download the UNIQLO App.


Marian Rivera is Newest Shopee Brand Ambassador!

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Shopee introduces 3.15 Consumer Day, the first mega sale of the year, with new brand ambassador Marian Rivera. This 3.15 Consumer Day, shoppers have more reasons to celebrate with new brand ambassador and Shopee Primetime Queen Marian Rivera, Free Shipping with ₱0 min. spend,  ₱1 Deals, and 10% off daily


Marian Rivera Shopee Ambassador


MANILA, 2 MAR 2022 - Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, introduces 3.15 Consumer Day, the first mega sale of the year. 3.15 Consumer Day will bring the excitement of Shopee’s year-end festivals to all users, giving them more reasons to celebrate and reward themselves as they gear up for the year ahead.


Shopee is pioneering 3.15 Consumer Day to bring more value and joy to all shoppers, who are now using e-commerce to fulfill their needs all year round. Everyone can be a part of 3.15 Consumer Day which features the widest variety of products, made better with Free Shipping with ₱0 min. spend,  ₱1 Deals, and 10% off daily starting March 3, kicking off the celebration with the 3.3 Consumer Day. Shopee will also launch its #ShopeeCelebratesYou campaign to bring more cheer to users across the 3.15 period. Throughout the campaign, Shopee will surprise and delight its biggest fans on social media, while users stand a chance to win big prizes by taking part in various activities and contests across Shopee’s official platforms.


Adding to the 3.15 celebrations, Shopee welcomes Filipino superstar and Primetime Queen Marian Rivera as its newest brand ambassador. Marian will star in a brand new Shopee commercial for 3.15 Consumer Day which you can watch here. She will also appear in the 3.15 TV Special happening at 5pm on Tuesday, March 15.

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines said, “At Shopee, our users are at the heart of all that we do. This drives us to keep innovating, so that we can create new features, services, and campaigns that bring joy to their lives. As more people shop online and enjoy our year-end festivals, we are introducing 3.15 Consumer Day to bring the same excitement and fun to the first half of the year. We are thrilled for our first 3.15 Consumer Day and we hope to deliver even more joy to everyone.”

Marian Rivera Shopee Ambassador



1. Celebrate You with bigger prizes, better deals


3.15 Consumer Day gives every shopper a reason to celebrate. Users can find everything they need with amazing deals on the Shopee app, and unlock bigger surprises on social media.

In the Philippines, users can win big at the new #ShopeeCelebratesYou campaign across Shopee’s official platforms. Shopee users stand a chance to check out their items for free when they share their shopping carts on social media, while Shopee will also surprise its biggest fans on social media. Stay tuned to Shopee’s official Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter pages for more information and activities.


Till March 15, users can find and save more on all they need on Shopee. Highlights include:

Special treats for Filipino shoppers: 3.15 Consumer Day will bring a smile to every user, with Free Shipping vouchers with ₱0 min. spend, ₱1 Deals, and 10% off daily till March 15. New users can enjoy a 100% off discount voucher with ₱90 min. spend at ₱90 max. discount, Free Shipping voucher with ₱0 min. spend, exclusive ₱1 Deals, or free welcome gifts from Shopee and brand partners, so they can smile even more with their first purchases on Shopee.

Exciting deals with ShopeePay:  This March, users can enjoy 20% cashback when they scan to pay at ShopeePay’s partner merchants such as Potato Corner, Puregold, National Bookstore, The Generics Pharmacy, and more. Users can also checkout ShopeePay ₱1 Deals and redeem discounts in stores. On 3.15 Consumer Day, users can take advantage of 50% off on load across all networks and up to 100% cashback on bills payment. Users can get a chance to win ₱100,000 when they send money to any bank or to any Shopee user. With ShopeePay’s free transfers feature, users won't have to worry about any additional fees.

More entertaining experience with new in-app game, Shopee Pets: Starting March 3, users can play the life simulation game where they can care for and raise their pets through daily activities for a chance to win Shopee Coins, ShopeePay Credits, and more!




2. Discover new brands for You on Shopee Mall


3.15 Consumer Day is the perfect time for users to discover new brands and indulge their wishlist without having to wait till the end of the year. With thousands of brands offering exclusive deals, there will be something for everyone at Shopee’s Mega Brands Sale from March 3 to 15. 

Midnight Brand Parade and Hourly Branded Price Drops: During the first two hours of March 15, shoppers can look forward to storewide discounts from their favorite brands like Pampers, realme, OPPO, Adidas, Unilever Beauty, and Deerma. Users should also regularly check the Shopee app for Shopee Mall’s hourly price drops, where top brands will offer limited-time flash deals on their best-selling products. 

New Shopee Mall Sampling Counter: Starting March 15, Shopee is giving consumers greater convenience and value for money to discover new brands through the new Shopee Mall Sampling Counter. Users can try sample-size products from best-selling brands like Johnson & Johnson, Uni-care, COSRX, Trizie, and AHC Philippines, and get a free voucher if they decide to purchase the regular-sized product.

Exclusive discount brand vouchers for new buyers: Shopee also gives brand explorers more incentive to discover the wide assortment of brands under its platform. Curious consumers can look forward to welcome vouchers on their first purchase from their favorite brands on Shopee Mall.

Brand Membership: Brand loyalists get to enjoy a more rewarding shopping experience when they sign up for the Brand Membership Program of their choice. Over 80 brands under the program will offer its members double the rewards points for purchases made on March 15.



3. Discover a new You

Beyond the amazing deals, 3.15 Consumer Day is also time for users to discover new interests, and support what matters to them. From today till March 15, users can find new ways to do their part for local businesses, and discover hidden gems on Shopee.

Satisfy all your interests at 3.15: Users can shop for a wide variety of products catered to their interests with themed days across 3.15 Consumer Day. This includes 3.3 Consumer Day (March 3), Fashion Day (March 4), Home Appliance Day (March 5), Home & Living Day (March 6), Digital Deals Day (March 7), Beauty Day (March 9), Mobiles & Gadgets Day (March 10), Kids & Babies' Day (March 11), Sports & Motors Day (March 12), Shopee Prizes Day (March 13) and Vouchers Day (March 14).

Support and empower female sellers on International Women’s Day: After unwavering support for local sellers across its year-end festivals, Shopee will continue to connect users to more local businesses, including those of strong, inspirational Filipinas. On March 8, Shopee will hold a special 3.15 Women’s Sale to celebrate women in the Philippines and spotlight inspiring stories of female sellers on its platform.

Explore ways to improve your shopping: Shopee Cares PH is an online community that offers the best customer support for all your concerns and questions. Just follow @ShopeeCaresPH on Twitter and Facebook so you can shop and worry-free. For Shopee Fam with Gold and Platinum Shopee Loyalty Tier memberships, get ready to claim unlimited Free Shipping vouchers every month. Claim those hard-earned vouchers accessible via the Shopee Loyalty Page or the Homesquare Page so you can make the most out of your shopping this 3.15 Consumer Day.

For more information about Shopee 3.15 Consumer Day, visit https://shopee.ph/m/consumer-day

Download Shopee for free on App Store or Google Play Store.

Coco Martin supports AP Partylist #AkoyPilipino advocating for livelihood and the transport sectors

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Coco Martin, famously known as Cardo Dalisay on-screen, is making rounds all over as he debuts his endorsement not of the party list with the same name as his show, but of a new party-list – AP Partylist #AkoyPilipino on Friday, February 25.

Coco Martin Akoy Pilipino Party List

“Anuman ang hirap na ating pinagdadaanan, may kakampi na tayo…” Martin introduced his new party-list group with first nominee Rep. Ronnie Ong in-action in the background in the partylist’s video now circulating online. He continues, “Ang AP Partylist ang tutulong magbigay ng trabaho at kabuhayan sa mga manggagawang Pilipino.”

Rep. Ronnie Ong is Coco Martin’s long-time friend and is nicknamed by PeopleAsia as the “frontliner Congressman.” Ong is known for his various out-of-the-box COVID-19 Bayanihan projects since the first lockdown, such as his #LibrengSakay program for healthworkers, #LibrengGulay program for community kitchens, #LibrengTablets and E-skwela Hub e-learning centers for students and teachers.

Before the pandemic, Ong also supported senior citizens looking for employment through his Tulong Pangkabuhayan program, deploying various able-bodied and willing-to-work seniors at airports, public universities and government agencies. During the pandemic, he also helped out-of-work transport workers such as UV Express or FX drivers by employing them as #LibrengSakay drivers, as well as some laid-off ABS-CBN employees who found alternative work as contact tracers.

More than just Coco Martin, the all-star cast of Ang Probinsyano forming the famed “Task Force Agila,” has also expressed their support for AP Partylist on their social media pages, sharing the various advocacies of AP Partylist closest to them. “Mula po noong umpisa nakasama na namin si Cong. Ronnie, at kita namin na nagtrabaho talaga siya, naglingkod talaga siya. Kaya ngayon, ang #164 AP Partylist na kasama siya ang sinusuportahan na namin. Sana po ay suportahan niyo rin,” Coco Martin said.



Aside from the endorsement video, AP Partylist also collaborated with OPM artists Bassilyo, Sisa and Smugglaz with their “Ako’y Pilipino,” anthem that sings of the pride, perseverance, and hardwork of Filipinos. They sing, “Ikaw ay magtiwala, magtiwalang may magagawa. Ito na ang panahon, ang tamang pagkakataon, sa bawat daing mo’y magtutugon. Ako’y Pilipinong lumalaban, tumatapang, lalo kung nasusugatan, anumang pagsubok ang daanan, haharapin nang may kagitingan. Itaas mo ang noo, isigaw mo sa buong mundo, ako’y Pilipino.” Both videos are available on Youtube and on AP Party-list’s official social media pages.

Coco Martin calls on the audience to join him on his new journey with his new partylist, “Dito na tayo sa biyaheng aasenso ang lahat ng Pilipino… AP Partylist #AkoyPilipino, number 164 sa balota.”

Coco Martin Akoy Pilipino Party List

Stay updated, for more info, visit:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHAqU3Ie-mI and  https://fb.watch/bnvpau0MFE/


Bluewater Maribago's Allegro Restaurant Offers Rice Bowl, Celebratory Packages

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On March 2, I celebrated my 35th Birthday and I had a lunch date with my mother at the Bluewater Maribago Beach Resort. Bluewater Maribago was one of the most affected Resorts here in Cebu by Typhoon Odette and I was so grateful I was able to visit this iconic Resort again. Luckily, I was one of the pioneering customers who tasted first the newest offerings in their famous Allegro Restaurant, the Comfort Flavors in a Bowl (Rice Bowl)! 

Allegro Restaurant Bluewater Maribago Menu

COMFORT RICE BOWL

Contact Allegro Restaurant:
☀ 032 4024100 local 5591 ⁣⁣
☀ 0998.964.1865 or 0998.968.0293⁣⁣


MANOK SA TANGLAD
Marinated Lemongrass chicken. Served with dilis fried rice, binagoongan kamatis, green mango salad and pickled chili.



SINIGANG NA ISDA SA UBE
Pan-seated snapper fillet with mashed purple yam and taro. Crispy root chips and lemon wedge. Served with tamarind and taro broth.


NOT A NEW MENU BUT A MUST-TRY WHEN YOU DINE IN ALLEGRO


Poached Shrimp Salad


Salmon

NEW DESSERTS


Cathedral Cheesecake Flan



Cashew Mango Sans Rival

CELEBRATORY PACKAGES 



Do you know you can enjoy a day package or any package in Bluewater Maribago Beach Resort in an affordable budget package? Either you celebrate your Birthday, Anniversary or monthsary, celebrate that special occasion at the Bluewater Maribago!

BOOK NOW!
Telephone Number: (032) 402 4100
Email: maribago@bluewater.com.ph
Website: www.bluewatermaribago.com.ph

For inquiries and reservations:⁣
☀ 0998.964.1865 or 0998.968.0293⁣
☀ 0919.912.9663 or 0998.962.8279⁣

Here's a Tiktok Compilation of my Birthday Lunch date with my mother.



@themarkmonta Will you greet me a Happy Birthday? #marcharap#foodieph#birthday#tiktokpusoanmo#foodporn#cebu @bluewaterresorts ♬ original sound - Mark Monta

Here's a MENU from Allegro Restaurant of Bluewater Maribago

Allegro Restaurant Bluewater Maribago Menu

Allegro Restaurant Bluewater Maribago Menu



Marian Rivera is Shopee PH Newest Ambassador

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Marian Rivera, Shopee's Primetime Queen, shares her must-buys for this coming Shopee 3.15 Consumer Sale!!! 


Marian Rivera, Shopee’s Primetime Queen, juggles a lot of roles as a mom, wife, celebrity, and an entrepreneur. This doesn’t stop her from finding time to take care of herself, especially through retail therapy.  Just like the rest of us, Marian finds comfort when shopping online and admits she’s somewhat an impulsive buyer. If she finds something that will make her happy, she’ll check it out in a heartbeat. 

“Ang tip ko when shopping [my tip when shopping], if it makes you happy, then go get it!” says Marian, who treats herself while keeping the home neat and orderly for fellow Shopee brand ambassadors, her husband Dingdong and their daughter Zia. This 3.15 Shopee Consumer Day, Marian’s looking to buy these items to reward herself with and spruce up their home:

 

Marian spends most of her time in the kitchen which is why she always wants it to be kept spotless. Just like Marian, organize your refrigerator space and make the most of its storage with these nifty Ref Organizer. Not only does this make your refrigerator more pleasant to look at, it also helps keep ingredients fresh.

Things can get tricky when cooking, especially when you need to go around the kitchen to collect all your ingredients. As an avid home cook herself, Marian knows this struggle and plans to get this 3-Layer Storage Cart. Put all your key ingredients in this cart and roll it right beside you for an easier time moving around while preparing meals.

 

“After a full day of work, gusto ko mag relax and i-pamper sarili ko [I want to relax and pamper myself] because I know I deserve it” says Marian. Kick those shoes off after a long day of working and running errands. With the Plush Indoor Slippers that come in gray, black and orange, you’ll feel comfort with every step at home and feel rejuvenated.  

 

Marian’s greatest joy is seeing her children smile. “When I see my kids happy whenever we bond, instantly ako din nagiging happy [instantly I also become happy]” adds Marian. Bring joy to your loved ones with the Marble Race Mini Blocks that will keep you busy for hours, so you can enjoy precious memories together.



Most of us can relate to Marian, who is a self-confessed impulse buyer when shopping online. Interestingly, her purchases are mostly useful house items that keep her valuables organized, so she knows exactly where everything is. This Minimalist Jewelry Organizer guarantees that your prized beauty essentials are displayed in a spacious and sturdy acrylic compartment that looks perfect alongside your vanity mirror. 


Discover more products for your self-care this 3.15 Consumer Day. Enjoy big discounts on your purchase with promos such as free shipping with no minimum spend, ₱1 Deals, and 10% off daily. For more info, visit  https://shopee.ph/m/consumer-day .

Just like Marian, you too can purchase your own self-care and home essentials—without breaking your budget! Make sure to activate ShopeePay to access exclusive perks and promos such as daily free shipping and cashback vouchers. This March, enjoy 20% cashback when you scan to pay at ShopeePay’s partner merchants such as Nature Republic, Novo Department Store, Brow Haus, Vice Cosmetics, Zen Zest, and more. You can also save while you shop when you checkout ShopeePay ₱1 Deals and redeem discounts in stores.

Continue your rewarding cashless experience with ShopeePay’s free transfers feature and get a chance to win ₱100,000 when you send money to any bank or to any Shopee user via ShopeePay. As an additional treat, new users can get free ₱100 on their first-ever transfer (promo runs from March 8 to 17). This 3.15 Consumer Day, don’t miss out on more exclusive vouchers, 50% off on load across all networks and up to 100% cashback on your monthly bills from over 60 billers when you use ShopeePay!

Looking for the best customer care on all things Shopee? For all your questions and concerns, Shopee Cares PH is here to help. Follow @ShopeeCaresPH on Twitter and Facebook, where you and the rest of the Shopee Fam can come together to find answers and get the care you deserve.

Have an even more rewarding shopping experience when you tier up your Shopee Loyalty level to Gold and Platinum so you can avail for unlimited Free Shipping vouchers. For more info, visit https://loyalty.shopee.ph/ in the Shopee App.  

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play

First Breakfast Buffray in PH, Come in Savoy Hotel Mactan

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BuffRay is coined from Savoy Hotel Mactan's initiative of bringing the Buffet in a tray at your very own room - now, that's a perfect Breakfast in Bed, right? Rise and shine in the historic resort city of the South and give yourself the best time to experience ultimate comfort and unique breakfast setting at Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown.

Breakfast Buffray Savoy Hotel Mactan


With so much to see and do in Mactan, Savoy Hotel Mactan will fuel your day through their delicious breakfast offering, as they set your cravings with their first-ever “breakfast buffray” available in the hotel’s in-room dining service.

“Buffray” means buffet in a tray, this is not an ordinary buffet as guest will experience extended comfort in Savoy Hotel Mactan’s deluxe room while indulging in delightful breakfast selections prepared by their talented culinary team headed by executive Chef June Fernandez.

Breakfast Buffray Savoy Hotel Mactan

Options include your choice of Filipino or Continental Breakfast at the rate of Php800 NETT per person. Aside from that, guests may also enjoy 15% discount on all a la carte selections.

Continental Breakfast includes Ham, pork sausage, corned beef hash, pancake or waffles, cereals, fruits, and yogurt served with baked potato and grilled tomato.

 

Breakfast Buffray Savoy Hotel Mactan

Filipino Breakfast: Pork Tocino, Corned Beef, Cebuano Chorizo and Boneless Bangus with a choice of plain or garlic rice


Wake up and start your day at Savoy Hotel Mactan where bountiful breakfast comes with a beautiful view!  For more information, you may contact us through +032 494 4000 / +63 917 871 8007 or email reserve@savoymactan.com. You may also follow us on our social media pages (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube) at Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown | Facebook / @savoymactannewtown / Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown.


2Go PHP 3599 ALL IN 3D2N, And Where To Stay When In Cebu?

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Are you ready 2GO? Today, the Hotel Resorts and Restaurant Associations in Cebu, Inc. (HRRACI) and 2Go, launched the Sail and Stay Cebu with affordable packages and some exciting news for Regional Travelers and of course, to Cebuanos as well. Are you ready to sail and stay in Cebu?

Sail and Stay in Cebu, PHP 3599 ALL IN 3D2N


Sail and Stay in Cebu, PHP 3599 ALL IN 3D2N



SAIL AND STAY CEBU LAUNCH

Summer is just around the corner. Every Filipino is excited especially that our Covid-19 cases are going down! Now, let's travel in new normal!  The holiday experience starts the minute we are onboard in 2GO vessels. Sailing to our next vacation destination with comfort and convenience, experience it in 2GO Travel

Sail and Stay in Cebu, PHP 3599 ALL IN 3D2N



Enjoy new adventures to Cebu for as low as PHP 3599! Ready 2GO, mga Bai?

  • The package rate is for a minimum of 2 pax. inclusive of one-way 2GO all-in-fare and 3 days 2 nights hotel stay with daily breakfast for two.
  • 2GO all-in rate is inclusive of 50KG baggage allowance, full board meals, and accommodation
  • Transfers and other extras on the account of Passengers
  • Booking of Voyage and hotel be done by:
    • HOTLINE: (02) 8528-7000
    • EMAIL:  travel@2go.com.ph
  • 2GO Tickets are refundable and re-bookable, subject to applicable fees and fare differences. The service Fee is non-refundable.
Sail and Stay in Cebu, PHP 3599 ALL IN 3D2N
State Room

Sail and Stay in Cebu, PHP 3599 ALL IN 3D2N
Business Class for 2

Sail and Stay in Cebu, PHP 3599 ALL IN 3D2N
Business Class for 4

Sail and Stay in Cebu, PHP 3599 ALL IN 3D2N
Business Class for 4

Sail and Stay in Cebu, PHP 3599 ALL IN 3D2N
Business Class - Tatami For 2




WHERE TO STAY WHEN IN CEBU?

As mentioned, this amazing campaign is a joint force of 2GO Travel and HRRACI. Now, when traveling to Cebu, you can choose the below hotels that are eager to welcome and share the Cebuano Hospitality. (I am giving you the contact details of the hotels that I personally choose and my favorite)



SAVOY HOTEL MACTAN
FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/savoymactannewtown
TEL: (032) 494 4000
EMAIL: reserve@savoymactan.com
WEBSITE: www.savoyhotelmactan.com.ph




BAI HOTEL CEBU
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Put your Internet speeds to the test using Ookla® Speedtest ® , Desktop and Smartphone

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(PRESS RELEASE) The need for a faster internet connection at home continues to grow even as the country slowly eases out of the pandemic. This makes it more important for consumers to ensure that their internet service providers (ISPs) are delivering as promised by using an unbiased third-party service, like Speedtest® by Ookla®.



The Ookla Speedtest Awards™, which recently named PLDT Home the fastest ISP among key cities in the country, is the most respected online service of its kind. Popular among ordinary consumers and IT professionals alike, it is free and easy to use and has become an unbiased means to compare ISP speeds worldwide. 

Fast and easy to use
Regular internet testing assures a user of having optimal internet speeds for productive online work. Some people, however, use the service to detect home connectivity issues or even to decide whether they need a speed upgrade to keep up with their family’s growing connectivity needs. 

To use Speedtest, just open your browser and visit www.speedtest.net. (there’s also an app version for download on iOS, Android, macOS, Windows, Google Chrome, and Apple TV). Click the “Go” button for the service to connect to a server. Within a few seconds, it will show the connection’s download speed, upload speed, and ping rate (which shows the “lag” or reaction time of the connection). You can then immediately compare the result with the ISP's advertised speeds. 

It is also advisable to do the test a number of times using different devices and at different times of the day. Doing this allows the subscriber to see if there’s a difference in speeds between two devices or if one of them has a connectivity issue. Network-related activities such as routine service maintenance could also affect results. However, if the download/upload speed seems accurate when using a single device but drastically drags as soon as more devices are connected to the internet, then there’s a need to reduce the number of connected gadgets or bandwidth-hungry apps –- or this could also be a perfect time to consider an ISP upgrade. 

When testing internet speeds, users should keep in mind that since devices have different Wi-Fi capabilities, it’s only normal that different devices will register varying download/upload speeds, even on the same connection. Also, the Wi-Fi router itself affects the test result, so users must ensure it is set properly and supports the full speed of the internet service for a more accurate result.

PH internet speeding up 

As average broadband speeds in the Philippines have seen continuous impressive growth in the last few years, PLDT has played a vital role in setting the standards for the country’s internet speeds for the Filipino home.  

Ookla figures from June 2020 to June 2021, show that fixed broadband download speeds increased from 23.74 Mbps to 66.55 Mbps. The same improvement is evident for Upload speeds, from 23.46 Mbps to 66.86 Mbps.

PLDT Home currently holds the record of being the fastest broadband network in the Philippines for the 4th consecutive year based on the OoklaSpeedtest Awards Q3-Q4 2021. In the recent Ookla report, PLDT showed top download speeds of 203.97 Mbps and top upload speeds of 217.07 Mbps – or a Speed Score of 77.24. This is a big jump from the telco’s previous Speed Score of 27.28 in the second half of the previous year. 

“We have been continuously expanding our network and upgrading our broadband speeds so that Filipinos can have better digital experiences to earn, work, and study from their homes. Because fast internet has become an essential that families depend on to progress and live better,” says Butch G. Jimenez, Jr., Senior Vice President and Head of PLDT Home Business.

PLDT Home’s accelerated speeds has helped make life easier for many Filipinos, especially during the pandemic, when the internet has become their primary means to connect with families, do remote schooling, work from home, and explore new income-earning opportunities online.

Learn about PLDT Home Fiber broadband plans by visiting www.pldthome.com.

Are You Ready For Gaabor March Mega Sale? Here's A Preview!

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First-quarter of each year is always a BIG ONE for all commerce and brand sites. Not to mention some big discounts for the much-awaited End Of Season Sale on selected items of your fave products. And of course, Gaabor is excited to share with us their Shopee's March Mega Sale 2022!! Get up to 67% off on all home appliances and as low as P153 on select items on Gaabor March Mega Sale!


Since some of the young professionals are still working from home, these big deals from Gaabor is indeed a must-add-to-cart this coming Shopee's 3.15 Consumer Day. Gaabor is not just about their famous Air Fryer but they also have a wide selection of home appliances which makes Homemakers and cook-enthusiasts crave to cook more, clean your bedroom with their amazing vacuum cleaners and of course, other appliances that can make our work and task easier, efficient and faster!

Celebrate you and treat yourself with your favorite brands at Shopee's 3.15 Consumer Day. From March 3 to March 15, check the Shopee app and enjoy an all-out shopping experience with deals and discounts such as P0 min. spend, P1 Deals, and 10% off daily. Now, let me give you some preview of the must-have this coming 3.15 Consumer Day Sale! 



Gaabor 5L Touch Screen Air Fryer | 47% OFF!!! FROM ₱3,799 TO ₱1,999 | ADD TO CART NOW

Quickly cook healthy meals with 98% less oil than traditional air fryers with the Gaabor 5L Capacity Touch Screen Air Fryer. With an adjustable temperature range of 80-200 C, you can air fry dishes to crisp perfection. Its touch screen digital control panel is very convenient to use and allows you to start cooking with just a press of a button. Its neat and sleek design makes it perfect to put on any kitchen countertop.



Gaabor 5L Touch Control Air Fryer | 47% OFF!!! FROM ₱3,799 TO ₱1,999  | ADD TO CART NOW

This air fryer makes life easier with its 5L large capacity and 7-preset cooking menu. It uses Rapid Air technology to cook your favorite meals and uses little to no oil, reducing fat intake for up to 80%. It is also made with highly durable material and comes with a detachable basket and nonstick grill plate that can be easily washed after cooking. 



Gaabor Dexterous Dual Use Vacuum cleaner | 53% OFF!!! FROM ₱2,999 TO ₱1,399 | ADD TO CART NOW

Gaabor Dexterous Dual Use Vacuum Cleaner has a lightweight build that is strong and efficient for dust removal. With its multiple filtration system it can remove clean air, absorb and filter fine dust, and lock it firmly in the dust box.  Its flexible and portable design makes it easy to carry around as you clean different parts of your home.



What are you waiting for? Check out Gaabor on Shopee and Add to Cart now, Let's Checkout all together by Shopee's 3.15 Consumer Day!!!!

realme 9 Pro Series set to launch in the Philippines on March 15

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Capture the light like a Pro with the realme 9 Pro+ and the realme 9 Pro, both designed to bring flagship-level features to the midrange segment


(PRESS RELEASE)  realme, the PH’s no. 1 smartphone brand for 2021 (based on Canalys and IDC sell-in reports for Q1-Q4 2021), is set to launch its latest Number Series line-up: the realme 9 Pro Series, this coming March 15. Designed to empower Filipinos to #CaptureTheLight like a Pro, the realme 9 Pro Series consists of two innovative smartphones that take flagship-level features to the midrange segment.  


The realme 9 Pro+ is the brand’s latest photography powerhouse as it packs the industry-leading Sony IMX766 flagship sensor, along with a roster of impressive features such as the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G Processor, a 90Hz Super AMOLED Display, and a 4500mAh Battery with 60W SuperDart Charge.  

The realme 9 Pro, on the other hand, is another 5G-capable photography powerhouse that boasts a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G processor, a 64MP Nightscape Camera, and a 120Hz Ultra Smooth Display, among many other notable features.  

“We know how passionate consumers are when it comes to mobile photography so we wanted to bring the best in camera technology within the midrange segment. With this in mind, realme designed its newest Number Series smartphones to cater to content creators and photography enthusiasts and professional photographers, so they may hone their craft and expand their creativity when taking pro-level content,” shares Austine Huang, realme Philippines’ VP for Marketing. “We can’t wait for our Filipino Squad to #CaptureTheLight like a Pro with the realme 9 Pro Series,” adds Huang.  



Elevating photography with the flagship-level camera capabilities 

Low-light photography is a key area that realme focused on with its most advanced Number Series smartphone. Coming from the success of last year’s 108MP-equipped realme 8 Pro, the brand set out to create a camera feature that captures excellent photos in low-light, while staying within a mid-range price point. This is why the brand introduced Pro-Light Imaging Technology for the realme 9 Pro+.  

This handy feature brings both software and hardware working together to address the most crucial considerations when taking low-light photos: camera sensor size, lighting conditions, and stability. With the 50MP Sony IMX 766 rear camera of the realme 9 Pro+, the device is able to capture more light thus translating to better photos even in the least ideal locations. In addition, the realme 9 Pro+ also comes with a Dual Stabilization System that comprises Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) to make sure shots turn out well despite shaky or unpredictable movements. Lastly, to further enhance images taken by the realme 9 Pro+, the integration of AI Noise Reduction Engine 3.0 is also applied to every image taken with the main camera. 

Meanwhile, the realme 9 Pro is equally capable of producing sharp and vivid photos as it packs a 64MP Nightscape Camera that has been fine-tuned to capture high resolution snaps in various lighting conditions.  

Both the realme 9 Pro+ and the realme 9 Pro are also integrated with the Street Photography 2.0,  which has the addition of Smart Long Exposure feature which makes taking long-exposure shots hassle-free with various creative modes. Other features that have been in this functionality include a new 90’s Pop Filter that evokes vintage hues from photos in the 90’s, and Peak and Zoom that gives more control over your creations when shooting on the streets.  




Exploring the powerful possibilities of 5G 


Another feature that the Squad can look forward to in the realme 9 Pro Series is its 5G-ready capabilities. The realme 9 Pro+ runs on the Mediatek Dimensity 920, a power-efficient 6nm octa-core processor that enables flagship level performance and Dual-5G connectivity. The realme 9 Pro is no slouch either as it packs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 processor under its hood.  

With these powerful chipsets, overheating is not a problem with both the realme 9 Pro+ and the realme 9 Pro as cooling systems are also in place to ensure optimal temperatures for better battery health.  

In addition to these features, the realme 9 Pro Series also comes with Dynamic RAM Expansion (DRE) technology that allows the device to use up to 5GB of the phone’s internal storage as virtual RAM to enable smoother multi-tasking especially when running heavy apps.  




Pushing the boundaries of product design 


Another top-notch innovation present in the realme 9 Pro Series is its Light Shift Design. Developed by the realme Design Studio, the Sunrise Blue variant of both the realme 9 Pro+ and the realme 9 Pro makes use of three photochromic layers that allows it to change colors from blue to red hues when exposed to direct sunlight. To top it off, the brand went with the addition of a dazzling hybrid stardust layering as a finish on the back of the phone to give it the iridescent shimmer.  

The realme 9 Pro+ and the realme 9 Pro also come in an Aurora Green colorway for those who prefer a dark and sleek panel.  

The realme 9 Pro Series will be launched via livestream event on March 15, 6PM, on the realme Philippines Facebook page. 

To know more about realme’s latest updates, follow the realme PH Facebook page at http://facebook.com/realmePhilippines or visit the official realme website at https://www.realme.com/ph/realme 9 Pro

realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots

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Last March 15, realme launched its latest product under the Pro series, the realme 9 Pro 5G and realme 9 Pro Plus. Designed to empower Filipinos to #CaptureTheLight like a Pro, the realme 9 Pro Series consists of two innovative smartphones that take flagship-level features to the midrange segment.  

realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots



The realme 9 Pro+ is the brand’s latest photography powerhouse as it packs the industry-leading Sony IMX766 flagship sensor, along with a roster of impressive features such as the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G Processor, a 90Hz Super AMOLED Display, and a 4500mAh Battery with 60W SuperDart Charge.  

realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots

realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots



The realme 9 Pro, on the other hand, is another 5G-capable photography powerhouse that boasts a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G processor, a 64MP Nightscape Camera, and a 120Hz Ultra Smooth Display, among many other notable features.  




realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots


Without any further ado, here are some test shots I took last weekend during my street and events photography.


PANORAMA SHOTS

realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots

realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots


PHOTO (1X) MODE

realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots

realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots


64M MODE

realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots

realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots


SELFIE PORTRAIT

realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots

realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots

realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots

realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots


PORTRAIT REAR CAMERA

realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots

realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots


MACRO SHOTS

realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots

realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots


SLOW-MO MODE





STREET MODE : AVAILABLE IS NEON TRAIL, LIGHT TRAIL PORTRAIT, RUSH HOUR, AND LIGHT PAINTING

RUSH HOUR MODE


realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots

realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots

realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots

realme 9 Pro 5G, Plus Camera Test Shots



Sunstar's Best of Cebu - Best Food Delivery App, foodpanda

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Leading online food and grocery delivery platform, foodpanda, was recently recognized by Sunstar, the biggest news portal in Cebu, as the best food delivery app in the region. Sunstar’s Best of Cebu awards is an annual consumer-led awarding campaign, with the goal of giving the spotlight to the best performing brands and products across several categories. 


Recently, foodpanda emerged as the top food delivery app based on the following criteria: Ease of Use, Customer Support, Quantity and Quality of Delivered Orders, Variety of Options In-app, Rider Etiquette and Promo Offerings.




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2C2P Partners with ShopeePay to Power Quick, Easy Digital Payments Across Southeast Asia

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(PRESS RELEASE)  - 2C2P, a global payments platform, and ShopeePay, an integrated mobile wallet, today announced a new partnership to increase access to digital payments for consumers and merchants by enabling ShopeePay as a payment option to 2C2P’s extensive merchant network across five markets in Southeast Asia. The move will enhance connectivity to the digital economy, a key driver of regional economic development.


With ShopeePay as a payment option for 2C2P’s regional merchant network, businesses and retailers across Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand can accept cash-free payments seamlessly, manage and track their finances with ease, and attract more offline traffic to expand their customer base. Consequently, ShopeePay users can securely pay and earn Shopee coins to gain rewards at an increased number of participating merchants. 

According to an IDC Infobrief commissioned by 2C2P, mobile wallets adoption will grow at an average rate of 35.3% from 2020 to 2025. Mobile wallets are changing the way people spend, lend and borrow money, invest, and handle payments globally. Due to their versatile nature, mobile wallets could be the fintech solution to most significantly impact businesses and consumers. By providing a convenient, secure and rewarding customer experience for shoppers, ShopeePay is accelerating the adoption of e-wallets and helping businesses capture new opportunities.

“2C2P is excited to partner with ShopeePay to provide access to a broader range of convenient payment options with seamless integration to our merchant network. We are already working together in Singapore and Thailand and this extended partnership showcases the synergies of our collaboration. Now, with ShopeePay, merchants can operate at lower costs, expand their reach to more customers, and boost sales conversions. Our partnership fast-tracks advanced digital solutions for merchants and banks to enhance sales, transaction volume, competitive edge, and streamline services,” said Agnes Chua, Executive Director, Business and Product Development of 2C2P.

“ShopeePay is looking forward to working closely with 2C2P to enable their merchant network to capture more sales in a secure and seamless manner and give consumers a more convenient and rewarding cashless payment experience. ShopeePay is committed to improving access to digital payments and to better the lives of individuals and businesses through technology,” said Ruoshan Tao, Head of ShopeePay Online, Philippines


PLDT Home Biz awards mompreneurs with the most inspiring success stories in the inaugural Gawad Madiskarte

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(PRESS RELEASE) No word better can describe moms pouring out their resourcefulness, creativity, and heart to provide their families the best life possible than madiskarte. The pandemic only saw more of our madiskarte moms, many of whom have ventured into online businesses to augment their household income.





Recognizing these moms and their invaluable entrepreneurial spirit, PLDT Home Biz held the inaugural Gawad Madiskarte online on March 8, 2022 — just in time for International Women’s Day. Hosted by PLDT Home Biz ambassadors Dominic Roque and Roxanne Montealegre, with performances from Jed Madela, Fana, and Gigi de Lana and the Gigi Vibes band, the event awarded six mompreneurs whose stories of hard work, tenacity, and success stood out among 327 entries from all over the Philippines.

Each Gawad Madiskarte winner received a P100,000 cash prize, a brand-new laptop, and a one-year PLDT Home Biz Asenso Fiber Plan among other major prizes to help further her online business.

What turned out to be an unexpectedly emotional tribute to Filipino moms who have moved past adversities and written their own success stories of online entrepreneurship, Gawad Madiskarte 2022 is a landmark project of Madiskarte Moms PH (MMPH) — a community of mompreneurs for mompreneurs created in the thick of the pandemic.

"Providing Filipinos, especially mompreneurs, with the confidence to reach for their dreams and make a difference not only for their families, but also in the community, has always been our mission in Madiskarte Moms PH and PLDT Home Biz," said Patrick S. Tang, Vice President and Head of PLDT Home Customer Management. "We're honored to share the inspiring stories of our Madiskarte Moms and we strive to be their steadfast ally through every challenge and in every success."

With hundreds of entries received for this first awarding, Gawad Madiskarte followed a meticulous selection process and commissioned a group of reputable judges to help choose the winners. The judges boasted industry leaders and master entrepreneurs: Butch Jimenez of PLDT Inc., Undersecretary Blesila A. Lantayona of the Department of Trade and Industry, Annette Gozon-Valdes of GMA Films, Prep Palacios of Google Philippines, Issang Ceballos of Facebook Philippines, restaurateur and chef Happy Ongpauco-Tiu, and Potato Corner and Tokyo Tempura founders Jorge and Jenny Wieneke.

Meet the Gawad Madiskarte winners
Diskarteng Digital (Best Multi-channel Business) awardee Theresa Carbonel-Buenaflor was already a seasoned entrepreneur even before joining MMPH during the pandemic. She had been running Ellana Mineral Cosmetics — a beauty and personal care brand known for its clean, vegan, and cruelty formulas — and came to realize the need to pivot digitally given the threat of the pandemic. With the support of fellow mompreneurs and MMPH, Mommy Theresa was able to expand and sell her products across different platforms including physical stores and e-commerce stores. She has now amassed more than 300,000 followers on her online pages, earning her the aforementioned Gawad Madiskarte recognition. 

“This award is so dear to my heart because I joined this group when I was feeling lost doing business during the pandemic. It has not been easy, and I’ve been looking for a community to lift my spirit up.  Sharing my story in MMPH was very therapeutic. It renewed my hope and it made me realize that I can inspire other mompreneurs,” Mommy Theresa said, upon accepting the award.

Mommy Lou NeriaPutian of skincare brand SY Glow, winner of Diskarteng Angat (Fastest-Growing Business), shares a similar story. An entrepreneur advocating effective but affordable beauty products, Mommy Lou started her business from scratch and then scaled up her business to include distributors and resellers from the MMPH community. She now registers an average sales revenue of P1.6 million a month. 

For her efforts toward helping the environment while providing employment in communities across Laguna, Mommy Rosanna Dela Cruz Kabiling of waste management company Something Nice Environmental Corp. won the Diskarteng May Puso award (Best Social Enterprise). With the Gawad Madiskarte prize and recognition, Mommy Rosanna is poised to transform her company into a “world-class” brand that promotes sustainability. 

Winning the Diskarteng Eco-friendly (Most Green Business) award, Mommy Kaylynn Adolfo owns The Asian Mommy Facebook page where she sells a variety of reusable cloth diapers. Armed with a background in public health and using her page as a platform to share other parenting tips and tricks, she has made it her advocacy to redirect fellow parents to more eco-friendly household alternatives.

“MMPH as a community is such a big help because opportunities like these are where we can inspire and motivate other moms to reach for their dreams. To all mommies out there, this is the sign that you can do it,” Mommy Kaylynn said at the event.

Meanwhile, Diskarteng Solid (Strongest Start-Up Business Model) awardee Mommy Abigael Madrigal started out her online bed linen shop Mommy Matters by selling bedsheets her mother had sewn. With the help of MMPH, she was able to get her first customers and eventually expand her brand. Mommy Matters now boasts more than 100 bed linen designs and keeps a loyal customer base, earning Mommy Abigael the Gawad Madiskarte honors.

As the owner of CLARA, an online clothing store whose Filipiniana designs feature detachable butterfly sleeves, Mommy Rachelle Patalud has shown how creativity and flexibility makes a good fashion statement. For her modern and casual take on a formalwear classic, she has earned the Diskarteng Malikhain (Most Innovative Product) trophy — awarded to creative minds breathing life to fresh and unique products and services.

On top of the winners, PLDT Home Biz also honored Mommy Lou Neria Putian of skincare brand SY Glow with Diskarteng Home Biz (Mompreneur’s Choice Award). The brand awarded the special prize to the madiskarte mom, hailed for having the “most potential for success” in a voting poll among MMPH members on its Facebook community page.

Each Gawad Madiskarte awardee also took home a KalyeNegosyo Scholarship courtesy of Mr. and Mrs. KaAsenso - Jorge and Jenny Wieneke – and a trophy handcrafted by award-winning sculptor Glenn Cagandahan. Nominees, meanwhile, each won a P25,000 cash prize as consolation.

“Madiskarte Moms PH, beyond educating moms and equipping them with business tools and resources, has evolved into a support group of women, inspiring and encouraging each other as they tread through their digital adventures together. We’re nothing but proud of what MMPH has accomplished in just 17 months, and so we look forward to what more we can accomplish together in the future!” Tang shared.

“Believe me, Madiskarte Moms PH is just getting started. And Gawad Madiskarte 2022 is just the start of a bigger campaign by us here at PLDT Home Biz — all in celebration of the Filipino’s exceptional entrepreneurial spirit,” he added.

Launched in September 2020, MMPH has become a safe online space for mompreneurs seeking out resources, tools, and support to start or grow their online businesses. Now with over 104,000 members and a growing YouTube channel, the community has become a wellspring of inspiring stories of moms who embodied hard work and diskarte in making their dreams happen even beyond the pandemic.

Learn more about our Madiskarte Moms and their success stories by joining the growing community https://www.facebook.com/groups/MadiskarteMomsPH.


Playa Norte, Your Private Getaway Destination In The North

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If you're looking for a quick getaway destination in the northern part of Cebu, experience Playa Norte which is situated just in Danao, Cebu (near El Salvador Resort). Playa Norte is an AirBnB type of accommodation that can host at least 10 pax - a perfect summer destination for families, friends, barkada, a good mix of sea lovers, etc.

Playa Norte Danao



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Playa Norte Danao Cebu

Furnished in a modern tropical theme, Playa Norte offers a seaside luxury - enjoy your next northern staycation! With a highly covetable beachfront, this house is perfect for those that love a good swimming, kayaking, by-the-sea recovery trip. This accommodation is in Sabang, Danao City.



Enjoy amazing ocean views by the balcony and explore a little rockpool formation within the property!

THE SPACE



The beach house can comfortably accommodate ten (10) up to a maximum of fifteen (15) guests. It features two (2) Seaview bedrooms: the master’s bedroom has a king bed, a double-deck (full bed + single bed), a sofa bed, a private bathroom, and a balcony overlooking the sea; the second bedroom has three (3) double deckers (full bed + single bed in three sets) with its own bathroom and own deck facing the sea.

Playa Norte Danao Cebu



AMENITIES:

  • Fully Equipped Kitchen
  • Airconditioned Living and Dining Areas with an Old piano, Powder Room, and a Seaview Balcony
  • Beach Front Access
  • Free Kayak Use
  • 50mbps WiFi
  • Multiple Outdoor Lounge Areas w Electrical Outlets
  • Grilling Area
  • 4-Slot Car Park
  • 24/7 Inhouse Staff Assistance



INCLUSIONS:
  • Complimentary Breakfast
  • Guest access
  • Guests can enjoy all features and amenities within the property.
  • Other things to note

Playa Norte Danao Cebu

Playa Norte Danao Cebu

Playa Norte Danao Cebu


SECURITY DEPOSIT

A security deposit of P2,000 is required prior to check-in. This is fully refundable upon check out provided no damages inside the property incurred during the stay and if the check-out schedule is followed accordingly.

Security Deposit with Pet Policy:

We can allow up to two (2) trained pets, subject to a 2,000 PHP deposit fee to pay upon check-in. It is important that pets wear diapers all the time and to make sure of proper diaper disposal. Please ensure to clean up after any mess made within the property.

The deposit is fully refundable and will be given upon check out provided there are no damages inside the property incurred during the stay

Cebu Pacific set to restore 100% of pre-pandemic domestic capacity

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Leads Philippine travel recovery as it flies its 200 millionth passenger
 
Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading airline, expects to restore over 100% of its pre-pandemic domestic capacity in April 2022 after it ramped up its network with the easing of pandemic travel restrictions, marking a strong start for its 26th year.




As the summer peak approaches, the airline has noted a 200% increase in its average daily flights for both domestic and international combined – from about 100 flights per day in 2020, to about 300 at present. Flights from Manila to key domestic destinations, such as Boracay and Cebu, have exceeded their 2019 flight frequencies. 

This week, CEB has also restarted its flights to and from the Cebu and Davao hubs. The Cebu-Puerto Princesa route operates thrice weekly while Cebu routes bound for Surigao, Legaspi, Calbayog fly twice weekly. The Davao hub has also restarted its Iloilo and Zamboanga flights thrice weekly.

The airline currently operates 96% of its pre-pandemic domestic capacity. The improvement has enabled CEB to carry more passengers and boost its cargo service which means faster and more efficient movement of goods across its widest domestic network.




CEB also celebrated another milestone today as it flew its 200 millionth passenger on board one of its 18x daily Manila-Cebu flights. This route was the first ever flown by CEB back in 1996.

“We are excited to safely fly everyJuan to their destinations so they could reunite with their families and loved ones, or pursue their business interests, or revisit tourist destinations. It is encouraging to see and feel travel confidence returning.  We thank our passengers for their continued trust, and we will endeavor to live true to our promise of providing safe, affordable, and accessible air travel for every Juan,” said Lance Gokongwei, President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Cebu Pacific.

CEB continues to offer its guaranteed low fares to spur travel among Filipinos and foreigners alike. Its month-long #CEBSuperSeatFest is still ongoing as part of its anniversary month celebration.

Cebu Pacific operates the widest domestic network in the Philippines covering 33 destinations, on top of its 14 international destinations. Its 74-strong fleet, one of the youngest in the world, includes two (2) dedicated ATR freighters.

CEB has achieved a 7-star safety rating from airlineratings.com for its COVID-19 compliance. It continues to implement a multi-layered approach to safety, while it operates with a 100% fully vaccinated crew – all to ensure its every Juan flies safely and conveniently on Cebu Pacific.

Everything about the Impact of Tech on Philippines’ Casinos

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The modern world develops very quickly and effectively. Many new technologies appear on the market every day, and some of them can be effectively applied in a casino’s sphere.

Blockchain and Crypto

Philippines’ gambling and betting online sphere is not an exception. Let’s look closely at how the Philippines’ casinos are benefiting from technology advancements together.

Blockchain and Crypto

As we everybody knows, many advanced technologies have recently developed in finances. Cryptocurrency is a significant part of them. But unfortunately, it’s hard to implement crypto in everyday activity, especially non-internet related.

At the same time, according to Ronald Ramos, online casino sites in the Philippines can potentially generate even more profit and income than real-world casinos. So, we see a typical win-win situation.

By using crypto and other blockchain technologies in online casinos, administration can attract many new users, significantly increase income, and add a new layer of security to many other processes. For example, blockchain technologies can be successfully implemented to increase privacy and protect customers' personal data.

New Software and Coding

The software uses literally everywhere nowadays. Online casinos are not an exception. Thanks to programmers, different games, slot machines, and the whole casino platform look like an easy-to-use program and work properly.

Moreover, nowadays, even online casinos managers use software for many of their purposes. According to the data of Grand View Research, the global market of casino management systems keeps growing every year everywhere across the globe.

So, the better and more accomplished the coding sphere becomes the more profits and benefits all Philippines’ online casinos will get. As a result of more complex and polished code, customers will get much better services, and all online casino employees can work much more effectively. Truly indeed, new software and code is a key to modern success in almost any field!

Automatization

Probably, everybody understands how important automatization is nowadays. Imagine what it would be if, for example, betting coefficients would require manual switching?

When thousands of people place their bets almost simultaneously, it’s nearly impossible to keep the coefficients in a natural, effective, profitable, and last but not least, fair range. So, that’s where the automatization process shows its importance in Philippines' online casinos.

Nowadays, there are thousands of different processes which are fully automatized, including placing bets, some of the users’ actions, sending codes for verification. You can even play slot machines in a fully automatic mode if you wish.

Lately, in the pre-Internet era, all those processes were possible to make exclusively manually and sometimes required a specific employee. But, thanks to the automatization and programmers' work, people can work on much more profitable and good jobs!


Mobile Phones and Tablets

Lots of new versions of mobile phones arrive in different countries worldwide in massive amounts every day. For example, Mi 11 arrives on a Philippines market not so long ago. Statistically, people prefer tablets and mobile phones over PCs and laptops nowadays.

So, it might look like online casinos suffer substantial financial losses due to this fact. And it was, until the early 2010s. But betting and gambling clubs’ administrations find a great way out.

They started to create mobile versions of their websites and apps to help satisfy their customers' needs. Still, there might be a few problems with the installation process and further using those apps on IOS and Android phones. In some extreme cases, users might even need to reinstall their operating system to be able to use their favorite casinos’ apps.

Mostly, those problems are related to Google and Apple policies regarding the gambling and betting services on their phones and operating systems. Still, most Philippines online casinos developed special installation instructions and guides. So, their customers can easily enjoy their favorite gambling and betting activities, even via their phones and tablets.

Streaming and Cams

Everybody who knows a lot about online casinos probably understands that one of the most valuable and loved ones' services is different games, lotteries, and other activities, hosted by a real human. Nowadays, these services create one of the biggest parts of income for every online casino in the Philippines.

But all those specific services can’t work correctly without cams and additional streaming services. Among the most valuable and recognizable streaming services are:
Twitch
Vimeo
And many other

In some cases, the streamer might need to stick to a set of strict rules. It depends on an exact streaming services’ policy. Still, most often, Philippines’ casinos develop and set up their own small, inbuilt streaming services to avoid any potential violations of the big platforms. Everything is dedicated to the customers’ satisfaction.

4.4 ShopeePay Sale Cheat Sheet, realme Pad Mini and Other Big Deals

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It's the end of the quarter and that means a very big deal for Shopee's upcoming 4.4 Shopeepay Sale! Who's excited to send money for free, buy cheap loads up to 5GB for P10, free shipping, and a glimpse of P8,000 OFF to realme new Pad Mini? All of these are in 4.4 ShopeePay Sale!!!

As early as March 27, check out the best deals and promos as Shopee opens the 4.4 ShopeePay Sale. Shopee’s mobile wallet grants you access to numerous perks such as sending money for free, buying the cheapest load up to 5GB data for ₱10, and claiming Free Shipping vouchers on your purchases.

Send money for free, buy cheapest load, and avail exclusive rewards with ShopeePay 


On top of all the shopping perks, there are useful features that you should try to maximize the benefits from your mobile wallet. Send money from your ShopeePay wallet to any bank, e-wallet, or Shopee user for free. As an additional treat, you can get free ₱100 when you send money for the first time via ShopeePay from March 27 to April 4. Your first transfer also qualifies you  for the “Send, Scratch & Win” raffle promo. Get a chance to win coins and vouchers, and earn an entry for the raffle draw of ₱100,000 weekly. For more info, visit https://shopee.ph/m/shopeepay-send-money-for-free. 

Stay connected when you’re on vacation when you buy prepaid load and data promos from major telcos. Avail of ShopeePay’s cheapest load offer to get up to 5GB for only ₱10—perfect for when you want to post your travel memories on social media anytime, anywhere. 

Before planning your summer trip, settle your monthly bills and get up to 100% cashback on participating billers such as Meralco, Maynilad, Globe, Smart, PLDT, Cignal, RCBC, and Metrobank starting March 27. 

With your summer trips fast approaching, pay with ShopeePay and get 30% cashback on all your hotel bookings, including EstacioUno Boracay, Richmonde Hotel Ortigas, Quest Hotel Tagaytay, Solea Palm Resort Mactan, Mithi Resort and Spa Bohol, and White Breeze Palawan. You can also get big savings when you visit “ShopeePay Near Me” on the Shopee app and purchase ₱1 Deals. Redeem your discounts by paying with ShopeePay in-store at partner merchants such as Potato Corner, Papa John’s, Gong Cha, Puregold, National Bookstore, The Generics Pharmacy, Metro Oil, and more. 

Start your 4.4 shopping early and make the most of the opening sale 

On March 27, shoppers can enjoy the hourly flash deals that offer various items at irresistible prices for as low as ₱1. Set your alarms and get amazing deals during the rush hours sale starting at 12 AM. The 4.4 Opening Sale on March 27 also features lots of all-day deals that are too good to miss out on. Trying to find the best deal for you? Here’s a list that you can check: 

With more people out and about, one closet staple to consider is the Crocs Stucco. They’re lightweight, comfortable, and very versatile to wear on beach trips, out-of-town travels, or casual visits to the mall. For those looking to stand out and look glammed up for any occasion, check out the Beauty Glazed Eye Palette that comes in a bunch of shades such as yellow, orange, pink, purple, blue, green, red, and black. Capture moments spent with loved ones using the realme Narzo 50A Prime and its 50 megapixel AI triple camera that takes quality photos you’ll be excited to share and post online. Parents are beginning to plan fun and safe summer activities and they need a trusted brand to keep their babies feeling fresh and clean. They can’t go wrong with the Johnson’s Active Kids Shampoo, available in a more affordable twin pack.

Watch out for the 4.4 ShopeePay Sale TV commercial that will leave you humming to the jingle for days. Visit Shopee’s official YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/shopeephilippines  on March 26 to catch this. 

Mark your calendars for themed days and win free cash via ShopeePay

Leading up to April 4, look forward to themed days that will keep you hooked such as Summer Electronics Fair on March 27, Global Deals Fair on March 28, Fashion Fair on March 29, Payday Sale on March 30, Summer Beauty Fair on March 31, Kid’s Wear & Toys Fair on April 1, Pet Care Fair on April 2, and Sports & Motors Fair on April 3. 

While you're waiting for the best deals, you can also join the Pera 4 All: P5,000 Roleta Giveaway – daily livestreams from March 28 to April 2, 12PM, where you can claim instant cash via ShopeePay with Lucky Roleta and stand a chance to win as much as P5,000.

For more information on the 4.4 ShopeePay Sale, visit: https://shopee.ph/m/4-4-opening-sale 



REALME DEALS!!!!! Get up to 57% OFF during the Shopee 4.4 Sale 

Get ready to join in on the fun this 4.4 as realme, the PH’s no. 1 smartphone brand for 2021 is ushering in the summer season with exciting surprises and deals via the realme Official Store on Shopee. With the highly anticipated arrival of the realme Pad Mini as well as other discounts of up to P8,000 OFF, it’s about to be one big summer shopping party you would not want to miss! 

The shopping party continues as realme joins the Shopee 4.4 Campaign starting April 4 to 7!  

realme’s best-selling C-Series is hitting it back with their well-loved offerings at more affordable prices. The entry-level champ realme C11 2021 (2GB+32GB) with a 5000 mAh massive battery will be available at P301 OFF (P4,989.00, while the ever-reliable realme C21-Y (4GB+64GB) is now up for grabs at P501 OFF (P5,989.00). Meanwhile, the 18W fast-charging smartphone with 50MP AI Camera realme C25Y will also be available at P500 OFF for the 4GB+128GB variant (P8,489).  

Aside from the C-Series smartphones, realme is also set to offer a discount of P500 for the realme 8i (P10,490.00), with a 120Hz Ultra Smooth display for a seamless overall performance.  




Other items on sale include the realme Buds Q2, the best-selling True Wireless Studio (TWS) with a 10mm Dynamic Bass Boost Driver, to be available at P50 OFF (P840.00). Meanwhile, the realme Pocket Bluetooth Speaker which is able to render 6 hours of total playback and has a 3W Dynamic Bass Boost Driver would now also be available at P500 OFF (P490.00) and for those looking for the best companion for their health and wellness journey you are also in luck because realme Watch 2 will be available at P1,300 OFF (P1,690.00).  




Aside from these deals, free shipping and other discount vouchers and freebies will also be offered site-wide. What are you waiting for? Make the most out of these exciting realme discounts starting April 4! 


Heart Evangelista Visits Cebu For Chiz Escudero Senate Bid Campaign

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CEBU NEWS! Earlier today, Philippine Fashion Icon and famous actress, Heart Evangelista-Escudero visited Cebu to start their Cebu campaign for the Senatorial Bid for her husband, Sorsogon Governor Chiz Escudero in the upcoming Philippine Election 2022. Prior to the press conference with the Media and Bloggers, Heart visited Cebu's famous Carbon wet Market and she expressed admiration for the place. 

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Here's the full Questions and Answer portion during the presscon earlier at the Golden Prince Hotel.






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