Century Park Hotel is the Official Residence of Miss Earth 2018 Delegates

“We are honored to partner with Miss Earth for the third time around as they work on their worldwide crusade for a greener world through the pageant.  It is our mission to provide them a home away from their own homes, make them comfortable every step of the way as they embark on greater causes.” ~Anthony Tan, CPH General Manager

(From L-R): Anthony Tan (General Manager, CPH), Halimatu Yushawu - Eco-Tourism Philippines 2018, Johnny James Tan (OIC, Maranaw Hotels & Resort Corporation), Berjayneth Chee- Miss Water Philippines 2018, Lucio “Bong” Tan Jr. (Director, CPH), Silvia Celeste Cortesi – Miss Earth Philippines 2018, Peachy Veneracion (VP & Project Director, Carousel Productions, Inc.) and Ritchie Ocampo (Team Manager, Carousel Productions, Inc.) pose during the MOA signing.

Century Park Hotel (CPH) is pleased to announce its recent partnership with Carousel Productions, the pageant organizer of Miss Earth 2018.  Under the agreement, CPH will house the delegates from various countries and will host the National Costume Competition as well as Figure and Form Pre-Judging.  

Century Park Hotel (CPH), one of the country’s renowned hotels in Greater Manila, expressed its delight to house once again the Miss Earth 2018 delegates.

Carousel Productions, the pageant organizer, sought out CPH in its bid to support the organization’s enduring advocacy in promoting environmental awareness across the globe.

Century Park Hotel welcomes Miss Earth Philippines 2018 Goddesses

(From L-R): Anthony Tan (General Manager, CPH), Halimatu Yushawu - Eco-Tourism Philippines 2018, Johnny James Tan (OIC, Maranaw Hotels & Resort Corporation), Berjayneth Chee- Miss Water Philippines 2018, Lucio “Bong” Tan Jr. (Director, CPH), Silvia Celeste Cortesi – Miss Earth Philippines 2018, Peachy Veneracion (VP & Project Director, Carousel Productions, Inc.) and Ritchie Ocampo (Team Manager, Carousel Productions, Inc.) pose during the MOA signing.

CPH will also play host to the National Costume Competition (October 11, 2018) and Figure and Form Preliminary Judging (October 29, 2018).  The international pageant will be held on November 4, 2018 at the MOA Arena.

Beauty queens from different nations will reside at the hotel during this time.

Launched in 1976, the Century Park Hotel remains as one of the finest hotels in Manila. It is owned and operated by Maranaw Hotels and Resort Corporation and enjoys a mix of local and international patrons. The renowned establishment has over 500 rooms in varied types and facilities for a complete dining and leisure experience. To know more about Century Park Hotel, visit www.centurypark.com or contact information@centurypark.com.ph and telephone number: (632) 528-8888.

BGC Arts Center Launches “Pinoy Playlist 2018, Ito ay Atin, Sariling Atin”

“Pinoy Playlist 2018, Ito ay Atin, Sariling Atin”

is a labor of love of the Pinoy Playlist curators of whom the BGC Arts Center are immensely proud and grateful to be working with. 

Music is the architecture of the Filipino soul; it has scored our personal and collective lives through the ages. While many things divide us, we Filipinos hold music as the deep common denominator of our “Filipino-ness”. It is time we have a collective celebration of Filipino music – harvest its nourishing past, revel in its present forms, and also innovate by fusing past and present across musical genres of Filipino music.

For 6 days in October this year, October 11, 12, 13, 18, 19 and 20, 2018, the BGC Arts Center will launch a landmark festival: "Pinoy Playlist 2018, Ito ay Atin, Sariling Atin".  Made possible with the support of Sun Life Foundation, it will be the first of an annual Music Festival curated by Maestro Ryan Cayabyab, Moy Ortiz, and Noel Ferrer. The festival will gather great music being generated and appreciated in pockets of ages and places, collectively showcase them, and hopefully serve to inspire the collective rise of Filipino music.

Pinoy Playlist will reinvigorate the tradition of Filipino music by exposing the breadth and range of Filipino musicality across time, from vocal groups, solo, bands, classic, indigenous, pop, and collaborations in between these forms of musicality, to celebrate the evolving nature of Filipino music. The matrix of Filipino music will shine in its variety and blaze with the talent of artists across generations.

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*Students up to College

“At the end of the day, nothing compares to coming together to experience the rich tapestry of homegrown Pinoy music.” ~Maestro Ryan Cayabyab composer and conductor

Maestro Ryan Cayabyab is among the supernova standard bearers of Filipino music. His works range from commissioned full-length ballets, theater musicals, choral pieces, a Mass set to unaccompanied chorus, and orchestral pieces, to commercial recordings of popular music, film scores, and television specials.

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*Students up to College 

“There is Cinemalaya and other indie film festivals and of course the MMFF for cinema; there is Virgin LabFest and before a National Theater Festival; it is important that there is common ground in Pinoy Playlist featuring all genres, all kinds of artists in their most creative concert formats to showcase the best in Filipino music.” ~Noel Ferrer, Respected writer, critic, talent manager, producer of award winning films and television shows

Noel Ferrer He has published the groundbreaking book on the making of stars and celebrities in the Philippines through Anvil Publishing. He is also the official spokesperson and education committee head of the Metro Manila Film Festival as well as an active member of the Entertainment Troika of the Philippine Entertainment Portal.

“We need to acknowledge, honor and celebrate Filipino music in all its forms.” ~Moy Ortiz has been singing harmony

Moy Ortiz from his earliest years in primary school to his final year in the Ateneo. He is one of the original and founding members of the country's premier vocal group, The Company, of which he is the artistic and musical director. Moy is also an award-winning composer, arranger, and producer. He also teaches classes and workshops at Mint College and Trumpets Playshop respectively. 

“The BGC Arts Center is passionately committed to create and celebrate Filipino stories of creativity and there is nothing like music to inhabit those stories. We applaud the passion and work of our curators and the over 100 Filipino musicians and production teams who finely tuned into the Pinoy Playlist idea and contribute to the evolving tapestry of Pinoy Music.” ~Maria Isabel Garcia, BGC Arts Center Head of Content

Maria Isabel Garcia maintains this would not have happened without those who care for Pinoy music with their lives.

Tickets ranging from P330 to P2,250, are now available at all TicketWorld outlets and website: www.ticketworld.com.ph

Kathryn Bernardo, Daniel Padilla at GAOC sponsored “The Hows of Us” screening

Bernardo is shown with Dr. Gan (left) and Daniel Padilla.

One of Asia’s best dental clinics, the Gan Advanced Osseointegration Center (GAOC), led by its President and Chief Executive Officer Dr. Steve Mark Gan, recently hosted clients, partners, and friends to an exclusive screening of the romantic drama hit “The Hows of Us.” The special film showing was in support of box-office queen Kathryn Bernardo, the newest addition to the GAOC family.  

Make her say “YES” with a brilliant engagement ring from My Diamond

Bend down on one knee and surprise her with a sparkling engagement ring from My Diamond.  Choose from a wide selection of ready-to-wear rings from My Diamond that are timeless, elegant, and versatile or customize to suit her personal style and your budget. Each engagement ring is delicately made by internationally-trained craftsmen using diamonds of top-tier cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. Show her how much she is loved and win her heart with a brilliant engagement ring from My Diamond. 

Visit My Diamond concept stores in:

• Ayala Center Cebu
• Festival Supermall
• Gateway Mall
• Glorietta 4, 
•  Mall of Asia
• SM Megamall
• SM Aura Premier

For more information, like and follow MyDiamondPH on Facebook and Instagram.

Finding the perfect engagement ring

The engagement ring symbolizes true commitment. It is a message of love and devotion to that one person, made known --loud and clear--to the world.

Every time your significant other looks down on her engagement ring, she is reminded of all the reasons you fell in love, how you promised to spend the rest of your lives together, and all the things you look forward to in the future.

Undoubtedly a substantial purchase, it is important to make the perfect choice when selecting an engagement ring.

My Diamond, known as one of the country’s top trusted jewelers, offers helpful tips in choosing the perfect engagement ring.

Set a budget. Deciding on a budget early can allow you to fully explore all your options when it comes to the center stone’s characteristics and ring design. Determine the maximum amount you are willing to spend on an engagement ring before shopping.

Know your soon-to-be fiancée’s style. Consider her personality and taste in jewelry. What suit’s her best - classic, simple or a more intricate engagement ring? 

Get the right fit. You don’t want to ruin your proposal with a ring that does not fit. Know her ring finger size. To keep it a surprise, borrow one of her older rings through a family member or friend.

Take note of the 4C’s. The cut, carat, clarity, and color refer to the sparkle, weight, imperfections and shade of the diamond or stone in the ring. When a diamond has greater brilliance, weighs more, has less visible flaws, and lacks color, the more value it holds. Striking a balance between these characteristics can help ensure you get the best diamond for your engagement ring.

Propose to the love of your life with the perfect engagement ring from My Diamond. Visit MyDiamond concept stores in:

• Ayala Center Cebu
• Festival Supermall
• Gateway Mall
• Glorietta 4, 
•  Mall of Asia
• SM Megamall
• SM Aura Premier

Timeless, elegant and versatile, My Diamond engagement rings are delicately made by internationally-trained craftsmen using diamonds of top-tier cut, clarity, color and carat weight. 

For more information, like and follow MyDiamondPH on Facebook and Instagram.

GAOC’s Road to a Million Likes Promo

Gan Advanced Osseointegration Center (GAOC), one of the best and world-class dental centers in Southeast Asia, is working its way to getting a million page likes on Facebook. Help them reach this milestone and get a chance to win a:

• Macbook
• iPhone X
• iPad
• or one of the 10 GAOC gift vouchers

Simply visit GAOC’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/gaocdental, like the page, and share the GAOC Road to a Million Likes post using the hashtag #GAOCRoadTo1M. Winners will be chosen via electronic raffle. Be a lucky GAOC Facebook liker and win an amazing prize!

Star Cruises “SSV Flash Sale” for one week, exclusive for SuperStar Virgo Holiday Concept Cruises!

Special Seniors promotion + 3^rd/4^th Guest Free on promotional rates up until Oct 4 2018.

Make merry and memorable your family celebrations on the high seas, as there is no better time to treat yourself and the family with the ultimate gift of a magical Christmas and New Year’s festive cruises with SuperStar Virgo!

Holidaymakers were in for a festive treat, with SuperStar Virgo, the flagship of Star Cruises announcing her return to well-loved Manila homeport in December with holiday concept cruises. With enticing family-friendly offers, Filipinos found more reasons to take their vacations and parties aboard with spectacular line-up of theme cruises on SuperStar Virgo and 5-night journeys to the sandy beaches in Southern China, as well as idyllic destinations in Vietnam, Palawan, and Kota Kinabalu.

And as an added surprise treat, Star Cruises drops a week-long “SSV Flash Sale”, bringing back ever-popular promotions for seniors and families on standard promotional rates exclusive for September 28 to October 4, 2018 bookings only!

For as low as USD 686 per paying pax, Filipino travelers can choose to bring along senior members of the family, aged 50 and up, as the 2nd guest per cabin to be able to avail of the promo “Seniors Cruise Free”. As another option for bigger families and same starting rate for paying pax, guests can avail of “3rd/4th Guest Free” which are applicable to guests of any age.

Booking for the promotion can be through any local travel agency or by visiting www.starcruises.com. For inquiries, call (02) 836 6080 for more information.

For more information on Star Cruises, please visit:
Official Website: http://www.starcruises.com
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On Star Cruises,

every journey is a voyage of discovery and surprise.

About Star Cruises

Star Cruises is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Genting Hong Kong, a leading global leisure, entertainment and hospitality corporation. A pioneer in the Asia Pacific cruise industry, Star Cruises has been operating its fleet since 1993, taking on the bold initiative to grow the region as an international cruise destination with a fleet of five vessels including SuperStar Virgo, SuperStar Gemini, SuperStar Aquarius, Star Pisces and The Taipan.

Star Cruises' commitment in offering best-in-class services and facilities is reflected in a host of recognitions and accolades received over the years. These include being inducted into the prestigious Travel Trade Gazette's "Travel Hall of Fame" for the tenth consecutive year in 2017 in recognition of winning "Best Cruise Operator in the Asia-Pacific" for 10 consecutive years. Star Cruises was also recently voted "Asia's Leading Cruise Line" at the World Travel Awards for the sixth year in a row in 2017.

About Superstar Virgo

The 13-storey SuperStar Virgo is equipped with 935 cabins, including sea-view cabins and balcony suites. Offering a wide variety of dining, shopping and entertainment choices, her facilities embrace Chinese, international and Japanese restaurants, an alfresco bar, foot reflexology salon and spa, gym, steam and sauna rooms, hairdressing salon, two-level theatre, duty-free shops, a 100-metre mega water slide, outdoor swimming pool, mini golf course, karaoke room, children's activity centre and more. A calendar of themed entertainment constantly refreshes the onboard fun and excitement, ensuring every voyage is a brand new enjoyable experience.