PLDT-Smart Foundation’s Gabay Guro celebrates the Grand Gathering on Sept. 23 at SM MOA Arena

If there is one profession that I have high respect for. That is for our teachers. Teachers push you to be a better person and they  don't get enough credit for the hard work they continuously do during and after school. They have all the patience in the world and they're the most positive person I have encountered. Let's all take a moment to appreciate the teachers around us by letting them celebrate the National Teacher's Month with PLDT-Smart Gabay Guro Grand Gathering on Sept 23. 

PLDT-Smart Foundation’s education advocacy and flagship program Gabay Guro  launches its biggest tribute for Filipino teachers,The Grand Gathering  on Sept 23. the star-studded event features celebrity performances led by Megastar Sharon Cuneta, Regine Velasquez-Alcasid, Ogie Alcasid, Martin Nievera, Jaya, Gabby Concepcion, Randy Santiago, and Christian Bautista, among others.

In time for National Teacher’s Month, PLDT-Smart Foundation’s education advocacy and flagship program Gabay Guro is celebrating its 11th anniversary by bringing together thousands of teachers from all over the country for the much-awaited Grand Gathering 2018 on September 23, Sunday, at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.

                              Gabay Guro Chairperson Chaye Cabal-Revilla

As a grand treat to teachers, Gabay Guro is also raffling off exciting prizes, including gift certificates, smartphones and gadgets, home appliances, livelihood packages, vehicles, and a brand new house and lot.

“Gabay Guro's annual Grand Gathering is our big 'Thank You' to all our beloved teachers who dedicate their life to the invaluable role of educating our children," said Gabay Guro Chairperson Chaye Cabal-Revilla. "They are our partners in nation-building through education, and we look forward to continuing our mission to support and uplift them as we mark our 11th year.”

The event is exclusive to teachers, and admission is FREE. For a chance to secure tickets, teachers may visit Gabay Guro's official Facebook account at www.facebook.com/gabayguro and follow its official accounts on Twitter and Instagram at @PLDTGabayGuro for updates.

Empowering teachers across the country

Established in 2007, Gabay Guro aims to honor and empower teachers across the country through seven pillars: housing and educational facilities; scholarships; trainings; livelihood programs; broadbanding and computerization; innovations; and the Teachers’ Tribute.

Since its founding, Gabay Guro has built and donated over 40 classrooms nationwide and provided over 1,300 scholarship grants through its 47 partner schools. Of its scholars, 800 have graduated, with 234 finishing with honors. Over 500 graduates have also passed the Licensure Examination for Teachers.

Over the years, more than 40,000 educators have also benefited from Gabay Guro's regular training programs, which include personality development, emotional intelligence, English proficiency, information technology, leadership, and creativity, among others.  To promote an innovative mindset and unlock opportunities for teachers, school leaders, staff, Gabay Guro also links schools to communities and industries through workshops and interactive seminars.

Award-winning advocacy program

Over the years, Gabay Guro has teamed up with various organizations, including companies within the PLDT Group, to improve the quality of life of teachers and their families by launching livelihood programs for teachers.

The organization has also partnered with local government units to bring the "Grand Gathering" experience to the provinces through the "Teacherfest" celebration, which was recently held in Bataan, Butuan, and Bulacan, and will soon be staged in Ilocos, Cebu, and Davao.

Gabay Guro’s efforts have been recognized by various award-giving bodies including Gawad Tanglaw, Anvil Awards, Philippine Quill Awards, and the Philippine Association of National Advertisers Awards.

Gabay Guro Grand Gathering 2018 is made possible by the support of Colgate-Palmolive; Devant; Enchanted Kingdom; FINTQ; Foton; Gen Korean BBQ House; HBC; Honda; Kettle Foods Corp.; Landco; Manila Doctors Hospital; Motorlandia; MPTC; MVP Rewards; MyPhone; PECCI; Penshoppe; PLDT Home; Red Planet Hotels; Reyes Haircutters; SGV Foundation; Smart; Standard Insurance; Stanford University Batch 2018; Sun; Sunsilk; Suzuki; Telescoop; TNT; and Yamaha.

For more information, please visit the Gabay Guro’s official website at www.gabayguro.com and follow the organization's official Twitter and Instagram accounts at @PLDTGabayGuro.   

BlueWater Day Spa Finds A New Home in Banawe, QC

When my partner was still working in Makati, we would always make time to visit the BlueWater Day Spa near his office.


Getting a massage has become a monthly habit for us and we’d rather spend our date night getting a Swedish or deep tissue massage than doing anything else. It’s a good way to de-stress especially after a long week filled with events.

We’ve also visited their Greenhills (Ortigas) branch a couple of times and we love the place because you immediately get that relaxing feeling the moment you step through their doors.

I just love their zen-like ambiance, and their towels and linens always smell good and clean.

The problem is now that we don’t go to Makati that much we had to find other spa’s that are nearer our house. And few could compare to BlueWater Day’s quality of service—and price!

So we were both glad that they now opened another branch at Banawe, QC. Which is a nearer our  place. And with all the rains and the traffic, reaching Banawe is just 30-45 minutes away compared to having to drive for a couple of hours to reach Greenhills or Makati. It’s a welcome respite to all those living near the area.

Even better is that Bluewater Day Spa is offering a P499 promo and you could choose either Foot Reflexology, Brazilian Foot Massage, Athlete Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Swedish Massage or even Pregnancy Massage.

They also have a P999 Body Scrub Promo with either Olive scrub, green tea scrub, pomegranate scrub and botanical rice or milk scrub services.

Promo is good until October 31.

We attended the grand opening just last week and Bluewater Day Spa is located at the One Banawe Center. The ribbon-cutting ceremonies were attended by Bing Limjoco (Philippine Chamber of Commerce President), Ms Mary Simisim (CEO), Christian Bautista, Ms Thia Thomalia (Ms Eco-Tourism), Benjamin Alves, David Licauco, Janeena Chan, Ervic Vijandre and Mr Carlo Orosa.

Bluewater Day Spa celebrated the successful grand opening with a official ribbon-cutting ceremony of another branch at Banawe, Quezon City – one of the busiest business districts in the metro.

BlueWater Day Spa began to cater to beauty and wellness needs in 2005, offering an array of pampering services that include unique massages, non-invasive facial and body treatments, waxing, hand and foot treatments, and even spa parties.
Customers can now max up the comfort as spa treatment services are uniquely offered with movie-watching experience through the Spa Theatres. BlueWater Day Spa Banawe offers two spa theatres that seat eleven and nine people, respectively.

Also, BlueWater Day Spa Banawe Branch proudly offers top of the line amenities as well as new treatments such as Deep Tissue Massage and Oxygen Facial Therapy Machine Treatment that satisfy the relaxation needs of their customers. The spa is also surrounded by professional and hospitable staff who keep a serene and stress-fee ambiance all around.

Promos that offer Spa Treats are now up for grabs until October 31, 2018! Foot Reflexology, Brazilian Foot, Athlete, Deep Tissue, Swedish and Pregnancy Massage can now be availed of at only 499 pesos. Whilst, whole body scrubs such as Olive, Green Tea, Pomegranate and Botanical and Milk scrubs, are now offered at only 999 pesos.

Come celebrate the opening of Bluewater Day Spa at Banawe branch and feel pampered where the celebrities come for their spa treatments.

BlueWater Day Spa has branches across the metro: Makati, Ortigas, Eastwood, Capitol Hills, and Cotabato. For inquiries, contact:

Makati Branch – 817-3126 / 817-5455 or 0917-8810092

Ortigas Branch – 724-0426

Banawe Branch – 562-9689 or 0917-8121662/ 0917-8098969

Capitol Hills – 9524829

Eastwood City – 9151247

Cotabato City – (0927)6031084

Visit their Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/bwdspa/

Blue Water Day Spa introduces celebrity ambassadors: Ara Arida, Christian Bautista, Michelle Dee, Harry Morris and Fabio Ide

"I take a massage each week. This isn't an indulgence, it's an investment in your full creative expression/productivity/passion and sustained good health."
Robin Sharma


When was the last time you visit your massage therapist. When I checked mine it was 3 weeks ago as of this writing. I suddenly felt the urge to block my schedule any time tomorrow and visit my favorite therapist as soon as possible. A good massage helps re-align my body. Its the most effective stress-relief buster. It helps me to work and think better.  I remember the last time I availed their Mild Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) massage 3 months ago. It relieved me of my headache and helped me to sleep longer than my usual 4 hours. Now that they are offering the Blue Water Day Spa Therapeutic Colonic Massage among others which melts the fat away, the latest method of losing weight. I guess I should give this a try this weekend to prepare my body for the holiday season.

While many head to Blue Water Day Spa to get themselves beach ready for the summer, a healthy mind, spirit and body is always in season.

Blue Water Day Spa, the renowned leader in ultimate pampering and rejuvenation, helps you achieve and maintain that balanced state of well-being through its wide, varied range of treatments. From intensely rejuvenating massages to deep cleansing facials, and sculpting and toning treatments that help you maintain your toned physique, Blue Water Day Spa helps you address all the symptoms of stress and gives you that boost you need to get you through the week.

With several branches located in around the metro, Blue Water Day Spa also offers its discerning clientele relaxing respites in the city where they can de-stress and pamper themselves.

And just in time for this holiday season, Blue Water Day Spa proudly presents its roster of ambassadors: Michelle Dee, Harry Morris, Fabio Ide, Ara Arida and Christian Bautista. 

The youthful Michelle Dee has a lot to deal with these days, a hectic schedule and so much more. And the stress of the daily grind ultimately affects her well-being, causing headaches, neck strains and pains in her lower back. To help soothe the symptoms caused by stress, Michelle turns to Blue Water Day Spa’s Combo Herbal Massage. Using a soothing blend of essential oils, the deep tissue massage helps to work out the tensions in the back and neck. “After just one session, you feel looser and more relaxed. You’ll definitely feel that you’re ready to take on another day!” shares Michelle.

A multi-awarded artist and actor, Christian Bautista has to divide his hours, recording at the studio and shooting for his back-to-back shows. The long production days and the stress on set oftentimes makes him binge on junk food. “Which, of course, affects my weight and my mindset. When I eat junk food, I feel lethargic and don’t quite have the energy,” he says.  For this, he uses the Blue Water Day Spa Therapeutic Colonic Massage. It is the latest method of losing weight, and it gives Christian that boost of energy. “It makes you relax, and it helps tone the body. I combine this with exercise and eating right, and after a few sessions, you’ll see impressive results,” he shares. “The Colonic Massage also helps get rid of the blockages and impurities in your system, so you instantly feel lighter and freer.”

Ariella “Ara” Arida, Miss Universe 2013- Third Runner Up, understands the importance of looking your best, and so despite no longer competing for the crown, she invests time and effort in maintaining her toned physique and youthful looks. To help her look camera-ready, Ara schedules her Blue Water Day Spa Y-Lift treatments regularly. The Y Lift treatment, a combination facial and skin treatment, helps to reduce the signs of skin-aging and gently “lifts” the face for that youthful look. “When it comes to my body, I try to eat clean and live healthy, and complement that with my Y-Lift treatments which gives me that radiant glow and smooth complexion,” she says.

Blue Water Day Spa has numerous other treatments for different body issues and has treatments that complement the different lifestyles of its customers. For active individuals and athletes like Fabio Ide and Harry Morris, they turn to Blue Water Day Spa’s Athlete Massage to help soothe the aches in their muscles.

Harry Morris, a player of the Philippine Volcanoes (rugby team), often pushes his body to the limits, going through intense trainings and games regularly. “After training or a rough game, my muscles and joints hurt a lot. When I get the Athlete’s Massage, I’ve noticed that my recovery time gets cut in half,” he says.

Fabio Ide, entrepreneur and model, agrees with Morris, adding, “Your body is like a well-oiled machine, so you have to make sure it gets the upkeep it needs. This massage does incredibly well in making sure that you stay at the top of your game and that you enjoy that range of motion painlessly.”

Whether it’s to look more beautiful, to speed up recovery time, or to just simply pamper yourself after a long, hard week of work, Blue Water Day Spa is here to help you relax and rejuvenate anytime.

For more information, visit www.bluewaterdayspa.com

Casino Filipino celebrates March with “Summer Breeze, Makes Me Fine at Casino Filipino,"

Casino Filipino brings you a month-long festival of color and music that highlights the start of the Philippine summer.

Enjoy the fresh breeze, beach escapades, and road trips with the barkada as Casino Filipino branches bring together the best elements of the season into all its venues. The warm glow of the summer sun, the fresh seaside breeze blowing through the coconuts, the happy smiles of friends having a great time - these and more means summer is fine at Casino Filipino.

Guests of the casino will be able to enjoy great entertainment with performances from Sam Concepcion in the following Casino Filipino venues - Angeles (March 1), Davao (March 3), Cebu (March 5), Tagaytay (March 12), Pavilion (March 15), Malabon (March 19), and Malate (March 31).  According to Sam, “Thanks for having me in your (summer) series, I look forward to having a great time in all our shows together, see you all and let's party."

The sentiment was shared by PAGCOR Entertainment Department’s AVP Bong Quintana, “summer is about having fun and at Casino Filipino we would like our gueststo have some of the best times of their lives by giving them exciting Celebrity shows and other Entertainment events."

Other shows lined-up for March includes those of Klarisse De Guzman (Pavilion, March 2), Jennifer Lee (Binondo, March 3), Christian Bautista (Mactan, March 3), Randy Santiago (Mimosa, March 4), Ivy Violan (Crown Regency, March 4), Chokoleit (Ronquillo, March 5), Morisette Amon (Angeles, March 9), Pokwang (Pavilion, March 9), Jimmy Bondoc (Bacolod, March 10), Jessa Zaragoza (Malate, March 10), Meg Imperial with Troy Montero (Parkmall, March 10), Coritha (Ilo-ilo, March 10), Nanette Inventor (Talisay,March 11), Katya Santos (Tagum, March 11), and K Brosas & Pooh (Cebu, March 12).

All shows starts at 9:00 p.m. except for those at Angeles, Crown Regency and Cebu which will start at 8:00 p.m. For more details, call the PAGCOR Entertainment Department at (02) 708-2046, (02) 526-0337 loc. 2401 to 2403 or visit our FB page: www.facebook.com/pagcor.artists

Lose weight while relaxing at the Blue Water Day Spa

Have you ever heard of colonic massage? This non-invasive massage stimulates the colon to function properly.  It is ideal for anxiety related gastro-intestinal problems, food sensitivity related issues, lower back pain, bloating and constipation, gynecological and period problems, IBS and nervous tummy disorders.

While you still need medical attention for the above condition,  colonic massage will help you ease out of your gastrointestinal problems. The bonus part is you'll get to lose weight around the waistline while getting the much needed kneading and massage. Who doesnt want a nice relaxing massage?
Try to drop by at the Blue Water Day Spa and ask for Therapeutic Colonic Massage.

Blue Water Day Spa launches Therapeutic Colonic Massage last Sept 15 at the Crowne Plaza with Blue Water Day Spa celebrity ambassadors Christian Bautista, Miss Universe 2013 Third Runner-Up Ariella Arida, Ken Alfonso and Winwyn Marquez.

As we become more and more exposed to toxins- from the unhealthy food that we eat to the pollution we encounter on our daily commute across the metro, our body becomes heavy because of the buildup of waste, leading to a loss of energy and an uncomfortable disposition.

Combining medical science with Blue Water Day Spa hospitality and relaxation, the Therapeutic Colonic Massage helps gently remove excess toxins from your body, starting with those that have accumulated in your digestive system.

The treatment concentrates on the core (abdominal area), loosening the hardened blockages in your system through massage. The body then naturally expels these wastes through normal body function.

Enjoy the full-hour treatment, made more relaxing with the use of chamomile oil, in the calming ambience of the Blue Water Day Spa suites. Though the massage on the abdomen itself takes approximately 20 mins, you will enjoy lasting results.

In as little as one session, find relief from common digestive problems such as constipation, bloating, gas, and abdominal pains and cramps. The gentle boost on your digestive tract realigns organs and also helps your body cope better with hard-to-digest food. Regular, weekly treatments offer long-term benefits that include improved sleep, more detined abdominal muscle tone, and restored energy.

As you detox, the treatment also primes the body to respond better to diet and exercise, helping you lose weight faster and safely. Say goodbye to stubborn love handles, as you welcome a shapelier and more defined figure.

Christian Bautista, popular singer/actor and an avid fan of the Therapeutic Colonic treatment, shares, “As a performer, my schedules are hectic and always changing, so I have to be in the best shape possible to meet all the demands of my work. The long nights and late meals do take a toll on my body. With the Blue Water Day Spa Therapeutic Colonic Massage, i feel better an’d have more energy. It’s a gentle detox that serves a dual purpose, because it helps you lose weight, too!

Fellow spa enthusiast, Ariella Arida, Miss Universe Third Runner Up 2013, visits Bluewater Day Spa whenever she has the time. She pampers herself with a relaxing and beautifying Collagen Facial Treatment from Bluewater Day Spa to keep her skin looking youthful with that special glow.

Actress Winwyn Marquez, on the other hands, keeps herself physically lit with various exercise regimens. But when it comes to looking her best, she visits Bluewater Day Spa for her Photo Therapy Flash (IPL) Treatment, a highly advanced yet safe laser technology that removes unwanted hair permanently.


Actor/singer/host Ken Alfonso maintains his perfect abs through Blue Water Day Spa’s Revitafirm and Revitashape Treatments. Using the technology of heat through the RF machine, this treatment tones your body and melts away excess cellulite.

Jump start your journey to a healthier, sexier, and more energeh'c you with Blue Water Day Spa.


BlueWater Day Spa has branches in Ortigas-Greenhills (T at No 7278420), Makati (Tel No 8173126), Capitol Hills (Tel No 4730455), Eastwood City (rel No 9151247), Tomas Morato (Tel No 4865455) , Cotabato City (Tel No 09228399751) and Naga

City (09177391822). For franchising information please call 6951820 or 6691634. www.bluewaterdaysga.gh.