Prime Hotel, QC's New Events and Staycation Destination

Business meets leisure at the newest staycation destination located in the heart of Quezon City.

Offering spacious and well appointed rooms, a fitness center, Whisky Bar and the first Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality GameRoom- Prime Hotel might just be the next fave hotel for QC tourists.

A new addition to Quezon City’s vibrant commercial and leisure circles is now ready to cater to a growing group of business travelers and visitors, as the new Prime Hotel recently launched and opened its doors at 70 Sgt. Esguerra Street. Prime Hotel is located near EDSA, walking distance to the MRT Quezon Ave Station. Walking distance from ABS-CBN, ETON and Vertis North.

“Quezon City is Metro Manila’s largest city and is fast-becoming an important destination for business and leisure travelers,” said Marvin Tiu Lim, Vice President for Marketing of Prime Hotel. “We want our hotel to become a watering hole for people, who want a different kind of business traveling and leisure experience.”

The new hotel boasts of its ballrooms that can be used as venues for all occasions. Among these is the Grand Ballroom that features an elegant design, high-ceiling, and wide space, suited for formal gatherings or big business conferences or large wedding celebrations. For banquet dinners, it can accommodate up to 200 persons and can be extended to fit up to 250.

There are also two other ballrooms that can accommodate 100 persons and 70 persons, respectively. These halls are also perfect venues for smaller business meetings, as well as for hosting banquets or activities for smaller groups. All function rooms comes with state of the art audio visual equipment.

For smaller events, Prime Hotel also has several function rooms to choose from that can be utilized for photo shoots and other more intimate activities.

Meanwhile, the 39 hotel rooms offer patrons several sizes to choose from. The room sizes range from 12sqm to 15sqm for the Traveler’s room to a spacious 38sqm floor area for the Two-Bedroom suite. For those who need a more convenient space for themselves or their families, Prime Hotel also has other rooms, such as the Superior and De Luxe, as well as the Premium and the Presidential suite.

All of these rooms and suites are appointed, beautifully, with the most modern furniture, fixtures, and amenities with the guests’ comfort and relaxation in mind.

Moreover, the rooms are affordably priced starting at:

PhP2,500.00 per night for the Traveler’s room
PhP3,000.00 per night for the Superior room 
PhP4,000.00 per night for the De Luxe room 
PhP5,500.00 per night for the Premium Suite 
PhP6,500.00 per night for the Presidential Suite
PhP15,000.00 per night for the Two-Bedroom Suite.

Finally, aside from the well-appointed rooms, guests can also avail of the hotel’s several amenities. After having their meetings and events, the hotel offers these other features to help them relax and unwind, like the Nautilus Rooftop Whisky Bar – with one of the best designed bars in the Metro, KTV room ,a fitness center and the first hotel in the Philippines with a Game Room that offers Virtual Reality or Augmented Reality for guests.

To know more about the Prime Hotel, as well as for inquiries and reservations, please visit their official Facebook page (@primehotelph), visit their website at www.primehotel.com.ph or call 962-8000.

The original cast of Frozen is back to the big screen with these 4 new songs

Suddenly, it feels like Christmas with these new songs from Olaf's Frozen Adventure. If you miss the characters from Frozen, its about time to listen to them.

Walt Disney Animation Studios has posted previews of the new songs from Olaf’s Frozen Adventure, an all-new featurette that will open in Philippine cinemas in front of Disney/Pixar’s Coco on November 22.

The songs are “Ring in the Season” by Kristen Bell,” “That Time of Year” by Josh Gad and “When We’re Together” by Idina Menzel.

Listen to the Olaf’s Frozen Adventure songs below!

“Ring in the Season” – http://youtu.be/dozheHpnhnU

“That Time of Year” – http://youtu.be/5T1p8-6kW3U


“When We're Together” – http://youtu.be/PCXQBFXvdHw


Featuring four new original songs, the 21-minute featurette Olaf's Frozen Adventure welcomes the original cast and characters of Frozen back to the big screen, including Olaf (voice of Josh Gad), who is on a mission to harness the best holiday traditions for Anna (voice of Kristen Bell), Elsa (voice of Idina Menzel) and Kristoff (voice of Jonathan Groff). The featurette is directed by Emmy-winning filmmakers Kevin Deters and Stevie Wermers-Skelton (“Prep & Landing”), produced by Oscar winner Roy Conli (“Big Hero 6”), with original songs by Elyssa Samsel and Kate Anderson (“Between the Lines”).

Olaf’s Frozen Adventure celebrates characters who won over audiences worldwide when Frozen first hit the big screen in 2013. Earning more than $1.27 billion globally, the film won two Academy Awards® (best animated film and best original song with “Let It Go”) and a Golden Globe® (best animated feature film). Slated for November 2019, Walt Disney Animation Studios’ untitled feature-length follow-up to the hit film reunites filmmakers Jennifer Lee, Chris Buck and Peter Del Vecho with the Grammy- and Oscar-winning songwriting duo Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez.

Christmas is all Lit at Ortigas Malls

I used to bring my kids to Greenhills for the traditional christmas display at COD. It was the most awesome display ever then.  Now that they are grown ups, they repeat the same to their kids. That's why I associate COD with Greenhills.  It was the most anticipated christmas tradition during the holiday season.

This holiday season Greenhills Shopping Center, Ortigas & Company unveils Greenhills Christmas Village for the kids and the kid at heart. The event was graced by San Juan City officials led by San Juan Mayor Ms.Guia Gomez and Vice Mayor Janella Ejercito Estrada 

Greenhills Shopping Center, Ortigas & Company’s shopping, entertainment, and dining destination in San Juan, is set to resemble a brightly-lit and beguiling Christmas Village at the unveiling ceremony of the Greenhills Christmas Village on November 8, 2017.

The Christmas Village is one of the many reasons why Christmas Shines Bright at Ortigas Malls.

But beyond the glitter and festive air, Christmas at Ortigas Malls is about shared experiences which is the essence of the season. It is best seen in the joy and camaraderie derived from families and communities coming together to hear mass during Simbang Gabi, partake of Christmas staples like bibingka and puto bumbong, and observe traditions that strongly define us as Filipinos.

“We at Ortigas & Company take pride in Greenhills Shopping Center being the metro’s first shopping complex. Its rich history includes being widely regarded as a must-stop destination for tourists, foreign dignimes’ and celebrities throngh the years,” says Arch. Renee Bacani, Ortigas & Company’s Vice President.

A proud witness to memories for many generations as much as it keeps abreast with the times, Greenhills Shopping Center of the coming years will leave you in awe while retaining its wellloved flavor.

Everything’s coming up bright and magical as V-Mall is transformed into a fantastic wonderland of holiday lights and ornaments in time for the most wonderful time of year.

“We’re bringing in the holiday mood at Ortigas Malls, and specifically at Greenhills ShOpping Center through the Christmas Village with its unique design elements that mix the familiar and the grand and combine the spectacular with the magica ,” shares Arch. Bacani.

To create the splendor of a real Christmas Village, the VMall lobby features houses with Chimneys tOPS, and Christmas trees adorned with lights, lush leaves, and holiday trinkets. The right and left elevations portray houses that brim and sparkle with that distinct Christmas glow. The houses at the Greenhills Christmas Village include Santa’s Workshop, Chocolate Factory, Ginger Bread House, Mrs. Claus’ Daycare, and North Pole Post Office.

Families and friends can take advantage of the time strolling around the Christmas Village. and while you’re making Christmas memories to last, you can capture those moments to fill your social media accounts with.

So, start preparing that Christmas must-visit list and make the Christmas Village top priority because this holiday destination will surely leave you breathless.

San Juan Mayor Guia Gomez

But then so much more is in store this Christmas at the Ortigas Malls.

The Greenhills Christmas Village runs from November 8 to January 7. Also catch Mrs. Claus’ Bazaar at the VMall Lobby daily, the Night Market from November 18-January 7, Meet & Greet Santa on all weekends of December, Fireworks on all Saturdays of December including December 24, and Simbang Gabi from December 16-24.

Ortigas East is bolstered by the following offerings: t

The Christmas Musical Streel Light Tunnel from November 10 to January 7, 

Christmas Display along C5, Tiendesitas 

Meet & Greet Santa on all weekends of December

Fireworks all Saturdays of December including December 24, and Simbang Gabi from December 16-24.

The holidays at Estancia in Capitol Commons begin with:

The Vast Imaginarium Mirror Rooms from November 9 to January 7, 

Christmas Mercato from November 16 to January 7, 

Pre-Holiday Sale on December 2 and 3, 

The Christmas Bazaar on December 2, 3, 9, 10, 16-25, 30, and 31, 

TLC Christmas Food Park on December 3, 

MIIS Kids Can! Bazaar on December 9, 

Fireworks on December 3, 10, 17, and 24, 

Meet & Greet Santa on all weekends of December, 

National Open Fencing Cup on December 10 

Simbang Gabi from December 16-24, 

Zumba at the Park on all Saturdays, 

Acoustic Saturdays on all Saturdays and Sundays

String Quartet on all Sundays,

Christmas is in every corner of Industria in Circulo Verde with these offerings:

The Christmas Trunk Bazaar on November 25, 

The Great Bike Sale on December 2-3, 

Terry Larrazabal Bike Festival on December 10, 

Pump Track Challenge on December 16, 

Simbang Gabi from December 15-23.

Christmas is definitely Lit at Ortigas Malls.

Catch "Hey Matteo" on Nov 30 at the Kia Theater

After his very successful concert in Cebu last year, Matteo Guidicelli is once again taking centerstage, this time in Manila, with ”Hey Matteo" to be held at the Kia Theater on November 30, 2017 at 7:30PM.

”Hey Matteo” will give fans a glimpse into a different Matteo. This concert will introduce Matteo The Singer to the public. Though he has sung live on W and in personal appearances, this is Matteo’s first time to headline a concert in Manila. To say that he is excited is an understatement, especially because singing is one of his passions and it allows him the opportunity to share a side of himself with his fans that they may not always see in his Movie and TV roles. ”Singing for me is freedom, honesty, and telling your story. Singing and music will be the most natural, the most real, the most raw form of art . ”

“Hey Matteo" will be a coming together of artists whose passion and commitment to excellence know no bounds. It combines Matteo’s talents and enthusiasm with the creativity of Concert Director Rowell Santiago and Musical Director Louie Ocampo.

Having worked with Matteo in various projects in the past, both directors have borne witness to his growth as an artist and musician. With a repertoire that was carefully planned and selected, the concert will tell Matteo’s story through songs that strike the perfect balance between a youthful vibe and the 90s sound.

Matteo will be performing covers inspired by the music that he grew up with and of course, original songs from his new album including Hey, the album's first single that was released in September, that reintroduces to the public that alternative rock sound. Hey’s music video featuring Bogart the Explorer has also been released and is winning rave reviews for its unique and humorous perspective on courtship and winning the favor of your girl’s parents.

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Joining Matteo in this concert are some of the top names in the music industry today-Kiana Valenciano, rapper Loonie, and one of the most sought after female artists, Morisette Amon. 

”Hey Matteo” is produced by Big Bang productions, the same production company behind the successful #MatteoMadeinCebu concert last year. The show promises an exciting and entertaining evening that will show Matteo taking the leap from actor to singer to concert headliner. And, fans will undoubtedly enjoy the chance to see Matteo on stage and experience his love for music. Catch Matteo on November 30, 7:30PM at the Kia Theater.

For tickets, please contact Ticketnet at 911-5555 or at www.ticketnet.com.ph

Unioil Petroleum PH Inc. launches "Doing Our Part" campaign towards a greener PH

Global warming, climate change, depletion of ozone layer, increase in air pollution contributed much to the degradation of our environment. Finding ways to conserve energy starts in each and everyone of us by living sustainably.  Help reduce environmental impact, save money and live a healthier life. I start mine by skipping to buy bottled water. Im bringing my own water tumbler everyday, to keep me hydrated and healthy. 

Unioil Petroleum Philippines Inc. helps make this planet a better and clean place for the future generations to come by launching "Doing Our Part" campaign .

Unioil Petroleum Philippines Inc. launches its ‘Doing Our Part’ campaign to encourage Filipinos to make a difference in society through the small, everyday actions and responsible decisions they make, including the decision to choose a cleaner fuel.

As pioneers of advanced fuels in the country, Unioil introduces its Euro 5 compliant fuels to give consumers a cleaner and better alternative without the extra cost.  Unioil once again becomes the first and only retail petroleum brand to provide the cleanest range of high performance fuels.

Janice Co-Roxas-Chua, Petroleum Philippines chief financial officer, encourages Filipinos to contribute to a better future through the “Doing Our Part” campaign.

“People are now becoming conscious about their actions and how it affects society. With our latest campaign, we want to encourage Filipinos to make small yet meaningful decisions that can leave positive and lasting impact to the community,” said Janice Co Roxas-Chua, Chief Financial Officer, Unioil Petroleum Philippines 

With Unioil’s Euro 5 compliant fuels, motorists can have access to the cleanest range of fuels that have significantly less sulfur content at 10 ppm (parts per million), 5 times cleaner than Euro 4 standard fuels. Based on actual tests conducted by the DENR-EMB, Unioil’s Euro 5 fuels can provide up to 77% less emissions compared to Euro 4 fuels.  With this, motorists are able to get better engine performance  and making a conscious choice to contribute to the environment.

In enabling people to make responsible choices, Unioil president Kenneth Pundanera offers Filipinos better fuel options for their everyday driving.


Towards a greener Philippines 
As part of the company’s efforts to reduce the carbon footprint from its own operations, Unioil began its “Hybrid” station program with the installation of Smartflower solar technology in one of its newest retail stations.  The Smartflower is equipped with an automated sun tracking technology allowing it to track the sun’s movements across the sky resulting to as much as 40% higher efficiency compared to conventional fixed type solar panels.

Together with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Unioil has also put up Airvisual nodes in selected locations to help monitor air quality. The petroleum company is also the first to have a commercially-available electric vehicle (EV) charger in one of its retail stations to advocate the use of more EVs for a cleaner environment.

The right fuel choice
“For the past 50 years, Unioil has always been putting innovative petroleum solutions in the hands of consumers.  Today, we continue this by introducing breakthrough ways to harness solar power, promote the use of electric vehicles, and drive with cleaner fuel,” said Kenneth Pundanera, President, Unioil.

Unioil’s “Doing Our Part” campaign engages everyone to make meaningful decisions for the community through every day driving with Unioil. With this advocacy, Unioil presents itself as the reliable and cleaner alternative for motorists on their journey towards a healthier society and a greener environment.

With its programs and Euro 5 performance fuels, Unioil invites motorists, environmental advocates, and families to join its advocacy in making responsible choices for a sustainable and healthier tomorrow.

12 ‘A Song of Praise’ (ASOP) Music Festival Finalists Announced On its Sixth year, ASOP Will Award a Total of Php1 Million Prize

 The search for new original songs of praise OPM returns in A Song of Praise (ASOP) Music Festival Grand Finals Night on November 13 this year. 

ASOP Music Festival announces today the 12 grand finalists and their interpreters who will perform at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum stage.

The songwriters, including their interpreters, will vie for a total of Php1 million cash prizes. Last year, 19-year-old Noemi Ocio, who wrote “Kumapit Ka Lang”, bagged the grand prize pot of Php500,000.

The 12 new songs of praise will be interpreted by known artists like ASOP Music Festival alumni: Gail Blanco, Brenan Espartinez, and RJ Buena.

Performers who will interpret for the first time for this prestigious songwriting tilt include Sam Mangubat, Liezel Garcia, Zsaris, Apple Delleva, Kris Angelica, Dan Billano, Jay-R Siaboc, JV Decena, and Jay R.

As in each year, hundreds of eager amateur and professional praise songwriters submit entries to be considered for this celebrated songwriting competition.

Aired via UNTV Your Public Service Channel every Sunday, weekly judges have the unenviable task of selecting the monthly finalists to go head-to-head on the Smart-Araneta stage after a year.
Full List of Grand Finalists

Here is the full line-up of 12 Grand Finalists:

o Gabundok Man – Composer: May Alona Trogue; Interpreter: Brenan Espartinez
o Sumasamba Sa’Yo – Composer: Joyner Dizon; Interpreter: Dan Billano
o Carry On – Composers: P.A. Atienza, Nonie Ramos, Nino Cristobal; Interpreter: Sam Mangubat
o Ikaw Ang Aking Dios – Composer: Lorna Petrasanta; Interpreter: Liezel Garcia
o Sapat Na Ba – Composer: Emmanuel Lipio Jr.; Interpreter: JV Decena
o Dahil Sa Iyo – Composer: Carlo David; Interpreter: Jay R
o Wala Kang Katulad – Composer: Reymil Anania; Interpreter: RJ Buena
o Ikaw Panginoon – Composers: Jocelyn Canlas and Jonathan Bobis; Interpreter: Jay-R Siaboc
o If You Believe – Composer: Gio Levy; Interpreter: Apple Delleva
o You’re All I Need – Composer: Jessan May Mirador; Interpreter: Kris Angelica
o Hallelujah To The One – Composer: Zion Aquino; Interpreter: Gail Blanco
o Beside Your Heart – Composer: Shane Kim Lumanog; Interpreter: Zsaris


The sixth edition of ASOP Music Festival will be remembered for featuring an eclectic mix of genre in music, from R&B, jazz, glam rock, pop rock, to ballad.

Songs that reflect the songwriters’ fight with depression, hopelessness, battle with cancer, and death in the family. Another writer competing this year shared through his song how his life becomes complete after finding God.
Power Voting Introduced This Year

The online voting and power viewing to select the People’s Choice Awardee kicked off on November 3.

Fans and supporters rooting for their grand finalists to clinch the People’s Choice Award can cast one (1) vote a day in the official website of ASOP Music Festival, using their Facebook and Twitter accounts.

The winner of the popularity award will be selected based on total accumulated points from online voting (50%) and power viewing (50%) of the entries’ official music videos.

One account, one (1) vote per day will be counted. Voting period will last until November 13, 2017 at 12 noon.

FIRST LOOK: Myrtle Sarrosa is the New GSM Calendar Girl 2018

Its that time of the year when we are all anticipating for the New GSM Calendar Girl . Every year, I never failed to attend to the unveiling of the new Ginebra Calendar Girl. It excites me to know that this year they choose VJ, singer and cosplayer Ms. Myrtle Sarrosa as the New GSM Calendar girl 2018 to cater to the millennials.

The 2018 GSM calendar features five different themes each highlighting a brand. She is your angel, cyber chic, enchantress and illusionist in all those brands. 

When a brand has one announcement to make, they hold a launch event. When there are so many great things happening for the brand, they have an epic night.  That’s exactly what GSM Blue did.

GSM Blue celebrated The Epic Mix last Nov. 7, 2017 at the C3 Events Place hosted by Nikko Ramos. The night revealed a lot of exciting news from the world’s number one selling gin.

                                     Your Angel for Ginebra San Miguel

                                     The cyber-chic for GSM Blue

The attendees were first to meet the new GSM Blue endorser in a jaw-dropping entrance. Myrtle Sarrosa left the crowd in awe as she came down from the ceiling to the stage, like something heaven sent. Myrtle was also unveiled as the Ginebra San Miguel 2018 Calendar Girl.  She beamed while sharing how proud she is not just of being the new Ginebra San Miguel Calendar Girl but also of how the brand allowed her to mix her work and her passion for cosplaying in the calendars.

                                      The enchantress for Vino Kulafu

                               The Illusionist for Primera Light Brandy

This collaboration between one of the world’s top cosplayers and the world’s number one gin resulted in five (5) awesome calendars, each highlighting a brand under Ginebra San Miguel and showing a different version of Myrtle.  For Ginebra San Miguel, Myrtle donned the brand’s iconic angel costume.  For GSM Blue, Myrtle looks out of this world in a cyber chic outfit. Myrtle channels an illusionist persona for Primera Light Brandy, while she transformed into a forest enchantress for Vino Kulafu. All Ginebra San Miguel brands are featured in the final calendar where Myrtle is seen as the Boss Lady that she is.

Myrtle slays at each look so it would not be surprising if people would want to get their hands on all five Ginebra San Miguel 2018 calendars.

Aside from her popularity in the world of cosplay, Myrtle is also an actress, blogger, singer, VJ and more. Myrtle is the perfect mix of everything GSM Blue stands for - young, adventurous, passionate and innovative. She is living an epic life that is not defined by one thing and she is most certainly not afraid to mix things up. Myrtle is the archetype of a millennial which makes her the perfect face of GSM Blue and its new campaign called, Mix for More. As explained by GSM Blue Brand Manager, Winchie Tobias, the campaign reflects the millennials’ insatiable thirst to explore and their longing for fruitful passion. Tobias further explained that for this age group, it’s all about immersion to create a better version of a moment.

The biggest announcement of the night from the gin experts was the introduction of two new GSM Blue Flavors – Margarita and Gin Pomelo.

GSM Blue Flavors Margarita combines the tang of lime, sweetness of orange liqueur with lime and distinctive strength of tequila flavor. This classic drink from Mexico is a classic that strikes all of the right keys.  GSM Blue Flavors Gin Pomelo, is based on the original Pinoy concoction widely known as "Ginpom".  It became a hit in the 90's when a popular juice brand launched litro packs of pomelo juice. It complements the taste palate of the Filipino thus became popular and widely associated with gin.

                                                    The Boss Lady



GSM Brand Assistant Mira Pontrias remarks that these new flavors give millennials options whether they’re chilling at home or partying with friends. It gives them the freedom to mix things up because that’s what being a millennial is all about.  GSM Blue Flavors has a light alcohol content of 35 proof.  It is available in a 700ml bottle for only PhP135.  GSM Blue Flavors Margarita and GSM Blue Flavors Gin Pomelo will be available in 7-11 stores beginning November 8, 2017.

It was quite an evening with the mix of big announcements, a colorful toast and performances that slayed from the Slay Queen herself, Myrtle.  The night can only be summed up in one word, epic.

Get the chance to get free delicious treats when you drop by a McDonald’s Drive-Thru!

Here’s some great news: McDonald’s is kicking off November with the return of Lucky Drive! Get the chance to get free delicious treats when you drop by a McDonald’s Drive-Thru!

What better way to get through the week than to have something to look forward to, right? Getting stuck in traffic (especially during rush hour!) is slightly less stressful when you get a lucky treat while having your McDonald’s fix.

Starting yesterday till Friday, November 10, be one of the lucky Drive-Thru customers in Metro Manila, Cebu, or Davao. If your car happens to be the Lucky Color of the Day, you can get a free McDonald’s treat. Watch out for the specific time and color assigned per day on McDonald’s Facebook and Twitter pages, and the list of participating stores via www.mcdonalds.com.ph, so you can perfectly time your McDo fix this week.

So what are you waiting for? Drive by and you just might be one of the lucky customers to get free McDo treats – like McCafe Premium Roast Coffee, Coke McFloat, or even a Burger McDo! Tell your friends and loved ones that McDonald’s Lucky Drive is here. Don’t forget to share your photos on Facebook, facebook.com/McDo.ph or tag @McDo_PH on Twitter or Instagram and use the #McDoLuckyDrive.