Airbnb has partnered with three renowned Filipino celebrities-turned Airbnb Hosts to make their homes available for only Php 2,023 per night

 

Summer travel is finally here! Excitement around summer continues to surge in the Philippines with searches for Airbnb Stays on the platform spiking by almost 400 percent year-on-year*, as Filipinos look forward to hitting the beach or mountains for a quick getaway with family and barkada.

 

This summer of 2023, Airbnb has partnered with three renowned Filipino celebrities-turned Airbnb Hosts to make their homes available for only Php 2,023 per night**! 

 

From a private room in a luxurious villa in Quezon to bed and breakfasts in surf destinations La Union and Baler, celebrity Hosts Zsa Zsa Padilla, Mylene Dizon and Glaiza de Castro will warmly welcome you into their homes. Starting today, guests can book each celebrity’s Airbnb stay for an exclusive two-night stay for only Php 2,023 per night this May**, on these special dates:

●      Zsa Zsa Padilla’s Casa Esperanza – May 12 to 14

●      Mylene Dizon’s Surfstar Elyu Room 8 – May 19 to 21

●      Glaiza de Castro’s Casa Galura – May 26 to 28

 

“For Filipinos, summer is an amazing time to rediscover the rich wonders and beautiful destinations of the Philippines, while enjoying the iconic Filipino hospitality that our Hosts offer. We hope our #StayForSummer celebrity Host collaboration will encourage Filipinos to enjoy precious time with friends and family, and create meaningful summer memories together,” sharesAmanpreet Bajaj, Airbnb’s General Manager for Southeast Asia, India, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.

 

What are you waiting for? Bookings open today, fastest fingers first! 

 

May 12 to 14: Zsa Zsa Padilla’s Casa Esperanza

 

Nestled between swaying coconut trees and emerald rice paddies in the tranquil town of Lucban is Casa Esperanza, the beautiful weekend home of renowned singer-actress Zsa Zsa Padilla and her partner, famed architect Conrad Onglao. The villa offers guests an impeccably stylish and private getaway in the countryside.

 

“At Casa Esperanza, we warmly welcome groups and families seeking to create unforgettable memories. Take a refreshing dip in our saltwater pool, stroll through our lush garden, and savor the serenity of dining inside our greenhouse. We love seeing our guests refreshed and rejuvenated after spending a night or two in our home, and we can’t wait to host more guests on Airbnb this summer,” says Zsa Zsa. 

 

May 19 to 21: Mylene Dizon’s Surfstar Elyu Room 8

You don’t have to be a surfer to enjoy La Union, which is full of hip coffee shops, delicious restaurants and exciting nightlife. But if you’re looking for a place with incredible views of the surf, check out actress-model Mylene Dizon’s Surfstar Elyu.

 

Mylene enjoys touring guests around and making them fall in love with Elyu, “We hope to make your stay as exciting and meaningful as when we first discovered this charming coastal town in the North. What was once a sleepy fishing village is now a buzzing vacation and surfing destination in the Philippines! We welcome our guests to join us and experience the incredible beauty and laidback lifestyle of La Union, with all the comforts of home.”

 

May 26 to 28: Glaiza de Castro’s Casa Galura

Singer-actress Glaiza de Castro’s gorgeous bed-and-breakfast opened just in time for the summer season. Located in the quiet town of Baler, Glaiza shared that the stay reminds her of her childhood and large family reunions. The home is spacious enough for large groups and features a pool, workout area and rooftop. 

 

Similarly, she wants her guests to create memories with their loved ones that they can look back on in future. She shares, “I hope everyone who stays in Casa Galura will make fun memories in Baler. I want them to feel relaxed and at the same time, build a more solid connection with their loved ones and friends. Some people say you really get to know more about people when you travel together and I agree! Baler has so much to offer and we are here to share how best they can explore this beautiful place.”

 

*Based on internal Airbnb data

**Price is per night and does not include service fees

Check out Celebrity-owned Airbnb Stays to book this yuletide season

The most wonderful time of the year is almost here, and everyone’s social calendars are filling up with long-awaited get-togethers, and joyful merrymaking over meals and drinks. For those looking for a unique holiday destination this year, here’s an idea: experience living the life of the rich and the famous by booking their homes for a day.

 

From picturesque rest houses to a stunning lakefront property in Canada, all owned by top Filipina celebrities — these Airbnb Stays will definitely make you and your guests feel like a VIP for the weekend or however long you wish to stay!

 

Marjorie Barretto’s River Garden rest house in Calumpit, Bulacan

The Barrettos’ expansive rest house was made available on Airbnb for the first time this October, and mother-and-daughter duo Marjorie and Julia Barretto personally welcomed their first Airbnb guests. For Filipinos who missed the opportunity to book the idyllic resthouse for a refreshing getaway, Marjorie recently announced that the resthouse will remain bookable on Airbnb! 

 

Zsa Zsa Padilla’s Casa Esperanza in Lucban, Quezon

Nestled between swaying coconut trees and emerald rice paddies is Casa Esperanza, the weekend home and passion project of the “Divine Diva”, singer Zsa Zsa Padilla and partner famed architect Conrad Onglao. The estate houses several main areas: the main house with a living, kitchen, and dining area; three casitas with their own luxurious bathrooms; a service area and garage; a greenhouse and the stunning infinity pool that overlooks a pond and fountain with lush foliage all around. 

 

Yassi Pressman’s lakefront property in Ontario, Canada

British-Filipino model, and actress Yassi Pressman wrote in an Instagram post last 2021 that she had built a home in Lake Scugog, Ontario with the intention of opening its doors to travelers on Airbnb. Fast forward, the lakefront property has long since welcomed numerous travelers and many are raving about the luxurious yet tranquil experience it provides. Perfectly positioned facing west capturing all of the sun’s shine throughout the day, the space is equipped with a dock and a boathouse, and boasts an open-concept layout for travelers wanting a retreat outside of the city.

 

Soon-to-open farm property of journalists Susan, Mark, Atom, Branden, and Alex in Cavite

Television and radio host Susan Enriquez recently shared that her new bed-and-breakfast, Balustre Cerca, will be open to the public very soon. The property is situated within a shared farm lot she jointly owns with fellow news colleagues Mark Salazar, Atom Araullo, Branden Milla, and Alex Baltazar — and this is where the five and their families regularly go to take a breather from life in the metro. The beautiful farm comes with four A-frame air-conditioned cabins, one swimming pool, a pavilion, an outdoor kitchen, and parking. 

 

For Filipinos interested to learn more about becoming an Airbnb Host, you can find useful tips and information at airbnb.com/host. To discover more unique stays for the holidays, visit airbnb.com or download the Airbnb app.

Immuno-protection is the key to ageing well

 

By the time we hit our 50s, we will start to notice more and more changes in our body and overall health. 

 

Our body’s needs have already evolved and with the health threats around us, we have to take more proactive measures to strengthen our immunity against infections and diseases so we can continue to live our life to the fullest. 

 

Staying ahead through immunity 

 

Mead Johnson’s New PROVITAL Immuna Plus adult milk is on a mission to help provide Filipino adults multiple nutrients that will help us boost our immune system so we can worry less about getting sick and help us improve our quality of life. 

Developing healthy habits is key: getting quality sleep, leading an active lifestyle, and more importantly, giving our body proper nutrition are just some of the many ways we can protect our health and increase our immunity. 

New PROVITAL Immuna Plus is an adult milk brand with Yeast Beta-glucan, a key immune-boosting ingredient which is clinically proven to reduce symptoms of upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) by 64%.¹ A variety of food contains different types of beta-glucan, however, Yeast Beta-Glucan is the most studied beta-glucan and well-recognized for its ability to enhance the immune system by activating the immune cells to destroy pathogens.¹

This adult milk also contains Selenium, Zinc and Vitamins A, C, and E that help lower oxidative stress and enhance the immune system in response to infections together with proper diet and healthy lifestyle.  Fortunately, all these nutrients are conveniently found in one adult milk – New PROVITAL Immuna Plus. It helps activate and strengthen the body’s natural defences, helping people 50 years old and above continue to live their life to the fullest.

Living life like a Pro at 50

Life begins at 50. These celebrity influencers prove how age shouldn’t stop us from pursuing our passions, pushing boundaries, and overcoming our limitations. 

There’s no stopping OPM icon, Zsa Zsa Padilla, from leading an active life. At 50, she continues to inspire women her age to keep on pushing with her thrilling performances, travel escapades and her newfound love – vlogging!

                                                            [Zsazsa’s IG post]

Basketball coach, Chot Reyes, is always ahead of the game– both on the court and in life.

“There is so much more I can do in life when I am Life 5.0 Activated. I will not let my age stop me from achieving my peak!” says former collegiate star athlete and head coach of Tropang Giga TNT team in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA), Chot Reyes.

                                                              [Coach Chot’s IG post]

As they continue to pursue their next life goals, Zsa Zsa and Coach Chot all share how while a lot has changed in their lives over the years, some things remain true – they continue to live their lives to the fullest. 

You too can start living your best life now, with a healthy lifestyle and New PROVITAL Immuna Plus. With its Triple Immune Protection nutrients, you can boost your body’s immune defence so you can worry less and do more, and achieve your life’s milestones. 

 

New PROVITAL Immuna Plus invites Filipino older adults to not let age hold you back by enhancing your immunity so you can enhance your life. 

 

Aleli Arcilla, Reckitt Philippines President and General Manager says, “Our older population are some of the most at risk and vulnerable when there are serious health threats. We want to encourage them to be proactive about protecting their health through proper nutrition, a balanced diet and exercise.”

 

Mead Johnson’s Provital Immuna Plus is available through Shopee and Lazada. For more information about its immune boosting benefits, visit https://www.provital.com.ph.