FREIA, the new luxury beach condo development at Hamilo Coast offers premium seaside living

We might all be living in congested cities but believe it or not, it's human nature to seek out bodies of water.


Our ideal vacation involves going to the beach or finding solace in hidden rivers, waterfalls and natural springs, and nothing makes small children happier than the chance to splash through puddles.

Besides happiness and relaxation studies show that being near the beach could also lead to better health. Living near the coast may be associated with better health because the seaside environment reduces stress. And people who took trips to the coast experienced more feelings of calmness and relaxation than those who visited urban parks or the countryside.

So I’m pretty sure if given the chance, we’d all be choosing to live somewhere near the beach. Imaging hearing the sound of the waves from your balcony before you sleep and being greeted by sea breeze and the beautiful sunrise every single day.

I’ve always dreamed of owning a vacation house or a place by the sea because its like being on a permanent vacation.



That is the feeling I get every time I visit Pico De Loro Cove


Located just three hours away from Manila in Nasugbu  Batangas, Pico De Loro presents a most tempting escape especially now that summer has officially begun. Imagine walking along the pristine beach along Santelmo Cove before taking a quick dip either in the sea or maybe just spend the entire day lazing around the pool area while the kids enjoy a refreshing swim.

I first visited Pico de Loro last year for an event, and I can’t forget the gorgeous lagoon view from our hotel room. This time around, however, I got to explore even more of the facilities and activities you can do at Pico.


I got an invite for an overnight stay at Pico de Loro, Nasugbu Batangas last March 14.

We left Makati at around 8am together with blogger friend Martin of MartinJohnAndrade.com  and SM/Hamilo Coast executives.

It did take us around 2 hours to reach the venue where we were greeted by Pico de Loro/SM Freia executives who joined us for late breakfast.

The breakfast buffet is more than satisfying..My favorite was the danggit, fried rice, omelette and congee.

I shared my  room with Martin at Rm 621. The room is spacious and has the best lagoon and pool view.

Afterwards we joined the mini presscon for  FREIA, the new luxury beach condo development at Hamilo Coast.

SM Prime’s Hamilo Coast's FREIA, its new luxury beach condominium development in Pico de Loro Cove, where future residents can indulge in the spectacular panorama of sea and verdant mountains.

Unit ownership at FREIA also comes with membership at the Pico de Loro Beach and Country Club, giving homeowners a chance to enjoy a variety of recreational and sports facilities in Hamilo Coast.

The average unit costs php13M, FREIA groundbreaking is within this year and will be finished on 2021. To avail the unit you must be a member of Pico de Loro.

Right after the presscon, we were treated to a sumptuous lunch at Sun Coral Cafe

After our lunch, we proceeded to their  bowling and billiards recreation room with bar.

 They also have a gym so you wouldn’t miss your daily workout, a basketball court as well as a tennis area and a couple of amazing infinity pools you’d never want to get out of.

And the best part is that everything you need, is just a short walk away around Pico Sands Hotel. We also explore  sideskirts of Pico de Loro Cove.

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Now if you want to spend more time outside, Pico De Loro offers guided tours to Santelmo cove for boating and trekking.

Since all those activities will make you hungry, its also a good thing that the food at the Pico Sands Hotel is delicious. We were treated to a candlelight dinner. With my favorite dish bulaloso, chicken and a grilled big fish.

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Premier beach resort living has always been the ultimate dream of urban dwellers who want to seek refuge from the harried pace of city life. There is no more idyllic setting than one that offers a breathtaking view of the sea and a pristine environment that inspires frolicking on the beach under the sun.

With this vision in mind, SM Prime’s Hamilo Coast presents FREIA, its new luxury beach condominium development in Pico de Loro Cove, where future residents can indulge in the spectacular panorama of sea and verdant mountains.

FREIA indeed provides the best vantage points looking out to the picturesque West Philippine Sea and the Pico de Loro mountains. Its prime location makes it just a five-minute stroll away from the Pico Beach, which boasts of 1.5 kilometers of white sand and clear blue waters.

Offering premium seaside living to its discerning clientele, FREIA will have in its roster 223 superior condominium units that include spacious 2-bedroom flats and 3-bedroom penthouses. Ranging in size from 67 to 392 square meters, these resort-type condo residences are designed with sustainable green living in mind and exude a contemporary tropical vibe enhanced by its masterfully designed architecture by Broadway Malyan and GF & Partners.

Common areas of the condominium such as the lobby was interior designed by Budji+Royal with cutting-edge local and international design concepts and high-quality fixtures giving residents a total luxury beach resort experience.

FREIA’s residents will have exclusive access to its upscale, resort-style amenities, among which is an outdoor pool, lounge deck, function rooms, and lush pocket gardens.

Supporting Hamilo Coast’s commitment to responsible stewardship of nature and the seaside community’s natural topographies,

FREIA at Pico de Loro Cove also takes pride in its features that allow sustainable green living and consider cost-efficient operations. For instance, natural ventilation and daylighting, photovoltaic roofing, and an efficient waste management system will ensure reduced carbon footprints on the part of the residential community.

Beach resort living can now become an everyday lifestyle option, with Hamilo Coast’s careful integration of residential, resort, leisure, commercial and institutional land uses. Potential homeowners may thus consider FREIA as a luxury retirement home and not just a weekend getaway.

With naturally stunning views and amenity features that are a cut above the rest, Freia is indeed one of the most coveted premium beach condo developments in the country.


Hamilo Coast is the SM Group’s premier beach resort town in Nasugbu, Batangas. Hamilo Coast is now approximately 90 minutes from Manila via Cavitex and the new Ternate-Nasugbu Road. For inquiries, call (632) 945-8000, or visit www.hamilocoast.com

Enjoy the convenience of grocery shopping in a snap, through your Honestbee app.this long weekend

This Holy Week holiday means that you get to spend more time doing what matters most. If you are not going out of town and are opting to stay home for a much-needed rest, recreation, and meditation time, you might also find that many establishments are closed so you might need to stock up on your groceries and other necessities.

honestbee can save you from the hassles of going out to shop as the rest of the city prepares to head out to the highways, terminals and airports. The premiere concierge service can deliver your goods right to your doorstep so you do not need to go out and contend with the traffic and long lines. With honestbee, all you need to do is to pick out the grocery items from the app or website, place your orders, and wait for the reliable delivery service to arrive.

What’s more, honestbee is offering a promo that lets new and existing customers avail of P500 off for grocery purchases amounting to P2, 999 and P150 off from grocery orders that have a total of P1, 499. 

This promo is valid until March 28 for Metro Manila, Caloocan, Malabon, Navotas, Malolos, Meycauayan, Antipolo, Cainta, Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, and Mandaue City. In observance of the Holy Week, the Honestbee services will be closed on Maundy Thursday and Good Friday, and will resume on Good Saturday.     

Enjoy the convenience of grocery shopping in a snap, through your Honestbee app. Bee long-weekend ready with honestbee! To find out more about this promo, visit http://bit.ly/BEElongweekend

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Grab a #LondonStyle Frostino at Costa Coffee for only P100!

Ah! Summer!  It’s that time of the year when one gets a tan, take a much-needed vacation and grab a #LondonStyle Frostino at Costa Coffee! 

The much-awaited return of   Frostino Wednesday is Costa Coffee’s answer to the clamor of customers to have a respite from the sweltering heat.  Summer is abloom with exciting and fun activities, one of which is sipping a Frostino to experience a little London cool.

Take note of these dates when your favourite Frostinos will be offered at P100:
Get  hold of Berry Vanilla on April 4. It is  a  delicious drink inspired by Eton Mess, a quintessential British dessert.

On April 11, chocoholics will have a field day with the Roasted Hazelnut Chocolate Frostino.   An extra chocolate boost is added to this rich drink that reminds one of Ferrero Rocher. Then, it’s topped with whipped cream and yes, more chocolate!

Mint Choco Chip Frostino is what you’ll get on April 18.  This is another favourite, with that classic combination of fresh mint with dark chocolate chip, finished with whipped cream and chocolate drizzle. 

Then, finally, the Double Chocolate Cookie Mocha is offered on April 25.  Decadent is how one will describe this drink.  Imagine this thick and chocolate-y cookie-like concoction with hints of mocha. Yum! 

Costa Coffee branches are located at Robinsons Galleria; Robinson Supermarket, Robinsons Galleria; Robinsons Place Manila; Robinsons Supermarket, Robinsons Place Manila; Robinsons Place Antipolo; Robinsons Magnolia; Robinsons Selections, Venice Grand Canal; Robinsons Equitable Tower; Robinsons Summit Center; Cyber Sigma, McKinley West; Robinsons Summit Center; Tera Tower, Bridgetown; Citywalk 1, Eastwood; UP Town Center; SM City Manila and The Block, SM North Edsa

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Ginebra San Miguel "2018 Limited Edition Ginebra Ako Jersey Collection" is available starting April 15!

If you are a true blue Ginebra San Miguel and a Jaworski fan and been longing to own the 2018 Limited Edition Ginebra Ako Jersey Collection.

Then this one's for you.

The Ginebra San Miguel recently launched its 2018 Limited Edition Ginebra Ako Jersey Collection on March 21 at Metrowalk. Watch out for the all new five collectible jersey designs from your favorite Ginebra players. You can collect them all or choose from: Japeth Aguilar 25, Scottie Thompson 6, L.A. Tenorio 5, Greg Slaughter 20, and Mark Caguioa 47 jerseys.

The uniform makes the player – it is a known fact that in basketball, wearing the jersey exhibits more than just tools for recognition against the opposing team. From the colors to the sewn patches, the jersey serves as the representation of the team and all it stands for. This is the philosophy practiced by Barangay Ginebra San Miguel.

To avail of the 2018 Limited Edition Ginebra Ako Jersey Collection, purchase and collect either six (6) seals of Ginebra San Miguel or Vino Kulafu; or four (4) caps of GSM Blue or GSM Blue Flavors, Primera Light Brandy, or GSM Premium Gin. Just add 100 pesos and claim your own “Ginebra Ako” jersey from any partner redemption outlets nationwide. Promo duration is from April 15 to June 15, 2018. 

For the past four decades, the jerseys of Barangay Ginebra San Miguel have become the embodiment of the team – from its decorated history to its virtues.
Last year, the Ganado Classics: 3 Decade Jersey Collection celebrated the historical moments of Ginebra. Every jersey in the collection showcased remarkable Ginebra stories behind it like winning its first PBA title in the 1986 PBA Open Conference and bagging the PBA Governors’ Cup Championship in 2016 after an eight-year title drought.

Unlike last year where the jerseys were used to recount the past, Ginebra San Miguel Inc. (GSMI) has launched the 2018 Limited Edition Ginebra Ako Jersey Collection to make the present more meaningful. It also pays homage to the “Never Say Die” spirit the whole Ginebra San Miguel community is truly proud of.

The term “Ginebra Ako” signifies the team’s resilience, determination, and perseverance throughout the four decades of playing in the PBA. During these times, it is hard to miss that the fans have also embodied the aforementioned qualities. Exhibiting sheer dedication and true value to teamwork has essentially fleshed out a new and deeper meaning to being ganado, thus making them “more Ginebra”.

Aside from the “Ginebra Ako” statement, some of the notable designs embedded on the jersey are the four stars, which represent Barangay Ginebra San Miguel’s four-decade stay in the PBA; and the crown, which depicts the team’s domination in both realms of basketball and the hard liquor industry (being the undisputed no. 1 selling gin in the world).

There are also three marks that verify the jersey’s authenticity. First, the Ginebra San Miguel Label Tag, the iconic Ginebra San Miguel label featured as the tag of every jersey embodies the long-standing heritage and culture the basketball team represents via the product. Second, the Patch of Authenticity with an embroidered signature of none other than the winningest coach in PBA history, Tim Cone, confirms the jersey is 100% authentic. Third, the ‘Never Say Die’ Patch located on the backside of the jersey features the team’s mantra and represents the team’s resilience, which they are popularly known for.

These limited edition jerseys will be worn by the team in the upcoming 2018 PBA Commissioner’s Cup starting April 2018.


Meanwhile, participants of the upcoming Ginebra San Miguel 3-on-3 Tournament will also be wearing the new jerseys, wherein 16 teams from 16 different areas play against each other to become the next Ginebra San Miguel 3-on-3 Grand Champions. The top two finalists will get to live their dreams and play at the Araneta Coliseum for the championship. The winning team gets to take home P50,000.

Sports advocate Mike Swift also known as “Mr. Pinoy Hoops” and his team will be painting murals depicting “Ginebra Ako” on every court that will be visited in the 3-on-3 tournaments. The 3rd Ginebra San Miguel 3-on-3 Tournament will be done in partnership with the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA).

The 2018 Limited Edition Ginebra Ako Jersey Collection and 3-on-3 tournaments are proof that after 40 years, Barangay Ginebra and their “Never Say Die” spirit is very much alive.

For more details and updates on the promo, log on to www.ginebra.com.ph, check out the official Facebook page of Ginebra San Miguel www.facebook.com/barangayginebra or call the GSMI customer care hotline at 632-2564.

GSMI is the producer of the world’s no. 1 selling gin Ginebra San Miguel and other quality liquor products including Vino Kulafu, Ginebra San Miguel Premium Gin, GSM Blue, GSM Blue Flavors, Antonov Vodka and Primera Light Brandy.

Get yourself checked if you suffered symptoms from Peripheral Neuropathy

My mother in law suffered from peripheral neuropathy long before she was diagnosed with Diabetes 2. She complained about the numbness of her feet most of the times. She has difficulty walking or just standing up. She elevated her feet when she felt pins and needles puncturing her feet.

She was heavy on medication and the symptoms further worsened when her blood sugar shoots up.

The damage to nerve systems results from high blood sugar levels and risk levels increase for those with this disease who have high blood pressure, are overweight, or are older than 40.

That's why I exercised a lot (I really have to squeeze it to my schedule) and checking what I eat. It is best to have a balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Get yourself tested for this disease. Visit your doctor if you suffer for feet numbness, muscle weakness and symptoms of peripheral neuropathy. Then again, what are the symptoms, can it be treated?. What food are best if you are suffering from this disease.



I got myself tested for peripheral neuropathy when I attended the Nenoin Study event at Marco Polo Hotel on March 21 using the portable machine. It tested your numbness sensation from 1-20. I had 5-9.  Thank God I had a normal result.


In keeping your nerves healthy, a diet rich  in whole grains, vegetables, fruits, and lean protein is a good idea. If you must,  incorporate a 30-minute work out session in your weekly schedule. Engage yourself in healthy lifestyle.

Peripheral Neuropathy is a disorder affecting nerves, impairing them in their function of transmitting information and potentially affecting millions of people worldwide. Peripheral Neuropathy can cause various body discomforts, such as tingling, increased or decreased sensitivity to vibration, hot or cold, numbness, muscle weakness and even burning pain. Peripheral Neuropathy can cause "typical symptoms" which appear more often and "atypical symptoms, which are less frequent and can be overlooked or misinterpreted.

Example of symptoms of Peripheral Neuropathy: PARESTHESIA, NUMBNESS, BURNING PAIN,  SHARP PAIN


Symptoms of peripheral neuropathy can seem innocuous but have an impact of the patients' well-being and their quality of life. Early detection and treatment are crucial as well as effective treatment options, which relieve patients from their symptoms without having to suffer from significant side effects.


Causes and risk factors of peripheral neuropathy are multiple and include conditions such as:

Genetics Family member suffers from neuropathy); chronic diseases, like diabetes; environmental toxins, alcoholism; nutritional deficiencies e g vitamin B deficiency and other unexplained causes.

Neurobion Forte treatment: Neurotropic B vitamins combination has been proven effectively for peripheral neuropathy sufferers in relieving symptoms, which have been included into the study independently from the cause of their disease. The symptoms were even more reduced over longer duration of treatment (for a 3 months period tested and the treatment was well tolerated.

New observational, non-interventional clinical study-a giant leap for taking care of peripheral neuropathy sufferers 

Clinical study shows benefits on symptoms of peripheral neuropathy 

Peripheral neuropathy sufferers treated with a combination of three neurotropic B vitamins have experienced improvement on all neuropathy symptoms observed in the study independently from the cause of their neuropathy. 

NERVES 

The nervous system allows us to perceive, comprehend, and respond to the world around us. It coordinates voluntary actions like walking and involuntary actions like breathing and swallowing, Nerves, the components of the nervous tissue, enable impulses sensation and motion between the brain, spinal cord and other parts of the body. 

OBSERVATIONAL, NON-INTERVENTIONAL CLINICAL STUDY CONFIRMS THE BENEFITS OF A UNIQUE TREATMENT FOR ALL

 A new clinical study (Asian Journal of Medical Sciences, lan 2018) has brought a major step forward for nerve health: it has demonstrated that an effective treatment helps relieve all neuropathy symptoms (observed in the study), regardless of the cause of peripheral neuropathy.

Whether the patients were suffering from numbness, pain or paraesthesia (usually painless sensation like tingling or itching, often felt in the arms and feet, they experienced relief on all these symptoms. It was also observed that the longer they used the treatment, the more relief the patients felt from these symptoms.

Finally it is also very reassuring to see that the treatment has shown a good tolerance profile over the whole duration (3 months)

Neurobion, the nerve care expert from Merck Consumer Health was first launched in the Philippines in July 1972 and is now the world's no. 1 in neurotropic B vitamins combination products. "ICMA MDAS sales for MAT 09/2016 te MAT 06/2017


Neurotropic B vitamins are vitamins exerting their benefits on the health of the nervous system. They have an important role in nourishing enriching and helping to regenerate nerves in those who suffer compromised nerve health or peripheral neuropathy.


Neurobion Tablet and Neurobion Forte Tablet is available over the counter while Neurobion Forte Solution for Injection is available by prescription.

HP's new premium detachable, the Spectre x2, delivers the performance, design and innovation that empower today‘s generation

HP Philippines launches the detachable Spectre x2 on March 22 at Golden Ballroom 2, Okada Manila. The launch was hosted by Ms. Tessa Prieto Valdez and graced by celebrities Kenneth Cobonpue, Vern Enciso and media.


HP Philippines has debuted its most recent device that reinvents the way people design, collaborate and create.

HP's new premium detachable, the Spectre x2, delivers the performance, design and innovation that empower today‘s generation of digital creators to inspire the world like never before.

Every aspect of the Spectre x2 was designed to push creative boundaries and unlock new opportunities. reinforcing HP’s place at the forefront of reinvention.

Bold engineering and cutting-edge design decisions will delight a generation eager to use technology as a canvas for self-expression. The Spectre x2, HP’s first luxury detachable designed for Windows lnk‘, delivers it all, including a precise pen experience that was curated by the artist community and is sure to stun digital creators.

"HP Philippines understands the ever-changing lifestyle trends that influence how Filipinos consume and create different media," says Kris Seville, HP Philippines Business Unit Manager for PC. 

"With the latest innovation in the Spectre series, we are giving the digital creator the next-level companion for work and play. The Spectre x2 helps our users push their creative boundaries and tell their story, wherever they may be." 

The New S-ectre x2: Fueling Creative Aspirations 

The HP Spectre x2 brings the performance of 7th lntel  Core processors, durability of a stainless steel hinge and ability to create with Windows ink to a premium detachable PC.

Ink with precision in any mode: The Windows ink Certified pen is pressure sensitive so emerging artists and creators can produce a wide range of artistic effects, from varying line weights to creating subtle shading and coloring. Additionally. the U-shaped stainless steel kickstand with the ability to function flat and up to 165° degrees is Optimized for inking in any angle, and for any lifestyle, while providing exceptional durabilityto stand up to everyday use.

Reinforced design with premium materials: A CNC-machined aluminum chassis and dark ash with a copper kickstand provides more durability in each curve and contour for a refined design.

Bright, strong display: A brilliant 12.3” diagonal 3K2K (3000x2000) display with 6 million pixels bringing HD entertainment to the next level and providing a wider range of ambient light options, giving photographers or graphic artists better screen readability and visibility.

Durable detachable keyboard: Providing a strong magnetic force to stay attache full-sized keyboard and responsive glass trackpad.

High resolution cameras: Bringing a 13MP rear camera, 5MP WDR wide-view front camera and an IR camera for Windows Hello biometric authentication.

Long battery life with HP Fast Charge: Stay entertained and productive with up to 8-hours of battery life and HP Fast Charge technology moving from 0% battery life to 50 percent on a 30 minute charge

Spectre x2 Pricing and Availability° The HP Specter X2 is now available. starting at PHP 79,990.00.

Vivo welcomed newest endorsers Edward Barber and Ivan Dorschner

Vivo PH introduces its newest celebrity endorsers  Edward Barber and Ivan Dorschner at the launch of Vivo V9 held at City of Dreams on March 22. The newest celebrity endorsers were joined by Ms. Maymay Entrata and other celebrity endorsers.

Barber is the onscreen partner of young actress Maymay Entrata who also joined the event. Entrata was the first who joined Vivo in September 2017 during the launch of the V7+. His endorsement deal with Vivo is something MayWard fans have been patiently waiting for since the pair already worked together for the smartphone brand during their first Making Mega shoot in Germany last year. 

Dorschner, meanwhile, charmed the press with his good looks and charisma. He was one of Kuya’s guests in Pinoy Big Brother in 2010. Since then, he became one of GMA Network's top leading men after starring alongside young actress and fellow Vivo endorser Barbie Forteza in the primetime series "Meant To Be."

Aside from the launch of the new flagship smartphone V9,Vivo also introduced its newest endorsers, Ivan Dorschner and Edward Barber.

Barber, Entrata, and Dorschner also picked three lucky winners of the Vivo V9 during the raffle. They also joined the Vivo executives for a toast for the V9. Also with them onstage were other Vivo endorsers young pop soul singer Sassa Dagdag, acoustic singer-songwriter TJ Monterde, and balladeer Jason James Dy who closed the night with their performances.