TikTok creators will be encouraged to unleash their inner fashionista through a series of #hashtags, including #TikTokFashionMonth, #GetTheLook and #Fashion101

TikTok, the leading destination for short-form video, is currently delighting fashionistas and creators alike with its #TikTokFashionMonth campaign. 

https://www.tiktok.com/@emsonmallari/video/6871408776138788097

Reflecting TikTok’s reputation as the place for creativity and joy, fashion and design takes centre stage with a series of hashtags to inspire the Philippines’ own growing TikTok community to join in the fabulous fun.

#Fashion101 will see TikTok users expressing themselves through necessary basics, everyday essentials and colour blocking, and #GetTheLook will encourage users to recreate a fashion look they’ve fallen in love with.

Fashion101: https://www.tiktok.com/@graceydohm/video/6864970101066665222

GetTheLook: https://www.tiktok.com/@trendycurvy/video/6852009412182265094

From now until October 8, the TikTok community, fashion brands, creators and celebrities will come to TikTok to strut their stylish stuff through these hashtags, LIVE streams and exciting new creative effects. 

The stylish campaign was inspired by the way fashion brands have had to quickly pivot to discover new ways to connect with their customers, as many continue to limit their social engagements and quarantine at home during the global pandemic.

"We've seen the fashion industry reinvent what luxury fashion means to culture and society through TikTok by bringing fashion into the homes of our community during quarantine. With the launch of our TikTok Fashion Month, this is just another way for our brand partners to leverage the platform's authentic and community-driven approach to showcase their art, creativity and personalities in a unique and truly TikTok way,” says CeCe Vu, Fashion Content Partnerships Lead at TikTok. “We're so thrilled to be able to offer an inclusive and immersive virtual fashion month experience for our community and are excited to see how they engage with each piece of live programming, hashtag challenge and creative effect."

#TikTokFashionMonth has already live streamed runway shows featuring luxury brands Louis Vuitton and Saint Laurent. Upcoming shows are ‘Get The Look’ with Ariam (October 18) and JW Anderson Collection Reveal (October 28).  

“It's always been important for JW Anderson to work with new technologies and platforms. I think TikTok is challenging norms and innovating in the way JW Anderson does,” says Jonathan Anderson, Founder and Creative Director at JW Anderson. “I am very excited to be working directly with TikTok this season to show our Women's SS21 collection on the platform.”

The final night party on October 8 will wrap up #TikTokFashionMonth in true style as New York TikTok creator Nick Tangorra hosts TikTok Runway Odyssey. The exclusive, first-of-its-kind virtual fashion runway LIVE stream is in partnership with PUMA and fashion partnership Alice & Olivia who co-designed their exclusive capsule collection with TikTok. The TikTok community will also be the first to shop their collection, along with other designer’s capsule collections.

PUMA has also partnered with Black TikTok creators and designers for their exclusive collection which will debut during the live stream including Jufu, Ajani, Dominic Toliver, Taylor Cassidy, and Makayla. $10K in proceeds from the sales will go directly to the  Equal Justice Initiative.

Further emphasising their commitment to inclusivity and community, TikTok has invited well-known TikTok creators, such as Melaine and Miranda Wilking, Janette Ok, and Bria Jone to take to the runway to model exciting and diverse looks from the collections.

PLDT Home introduces all-new Home Wifi Prepaid FamLoads for your kids online learning

PLDT Home introduces all-new Home Wifi Prepaid FamLoads so families can be connected and ready for online learning. Students can confidently face the challenges and demands of the new school term with FamLoad Study packages that have bigger data allowances for online classes and access to top learning sites and apps. 

As this year’s back-to-school signals the start of the distance learning curriculum, many students need strong internet connection for their home-school set up. To assure that young learners can continue to stay connected for their online home-schooling, PLDT Home Wifi brings two new data packages, FamLoad Study 599 and FamLoad Study 999 that are tailor-fitted to the students’ e-learning needs.

With the new FamLoad Study, parents can have peace of mind that the Internet will not detach their children’s attention from their studies because each package is packed with dedicated access to learning sites and apps. For those who want to get value for their money, the FamLoad Study 599 offers 3GB data every day for 15 days that can be used to access top learning sites and apps including Microsoft 365 tools, Gabay Guro App, Canvas, and NEO. These modern learning platforms are being used by local and international schools and give students and teachers an advanced online learning experience. The FamLoad Study 599 also provides 12GB open access data for other online activities such as chatting with classmates, consulting with teachers, and researching and brainstorming for projects. 

Meanwhile, the FamLoad Study 999 is perfect for those who need bigger data for heavy-data online activities such as video classes and conference calls, and the convenience of having enough data that can be used for up to one month. It offers 90GB data or 3GB everyday good for 30 days that students can use to access their online learning platforms. FamLoad Study 999 also has 24GB open access that can be used for other study needs such as emails, social media, online research, messaging apps, and more. 

As the Philippines’ leading broadband and digital services provider, PLDT Home has always been committed to improving the lives of families as they adapt e-learning at home in the new normal. PLDT Home makes sure to provide innovations and solutions so that families are digitally-equipped and students can be productive to fulfill their school tasks and assignments at home. 

PLDT Home Wifi Prepaid units is an affordable and easy-to-use plug and play internet device that’s perfect for sharing with family. Powered by Smart LTE, the country’s fastest wireless internet, PLDT Home Wifi Prepaid allows users to enjoy lag-free and no-freeze videos in their online classes and kids can submit their school assignments in real time. For only P995, customers can already enjoy their own unit that comes with FREE 10GB of data valid for seven days. They can opt to reload with other FamLoad packages such as FamLoad Video 199 with 19GB and Video Plus 199 with 28GB valid for seven days, FamLoad Video 599 with 55GB and FamLoad Video Plus 599 with 60GB valid for 15 days, FamLoad Video 999 with 100GB data and FamLoad Video Plus 999 with 120GB data for 30 days, and FamLoad Video 1499 with 130GB and FamLoad Video Plus 1499 with 180GB valid for 30 days.

PLDT Home Wifi Prepaid is available in PLDT Home’s official online stores in Lazada, GrabMart, and at their official website www.pldthome.com/homewifi. Topping up the units is also easy via PayMaya, myPLDT Smart app, GrabPay or through PLDT Home and Smart’s retailers nationwide, and soon via Lazada. 

New Puregold entertainment channel premieres on September 19

Challenging and trying as the times may be, it is probably in our nature to try and find something that might give us that much needed lift in spirits. Whether it's busying ourselves with new-found hobbies, reconnecting with friends, or simply binge-watching movies, it's all about finding that pleasant diversion that reassures us that better days will come soon.

Puregold recognizes this hopeful spirit as it continues to look after every Filipino's welfare amidst these uncertain times. As online consumption grows brought about by the "stay home" lifestyle, Puregold has contemplated venturing in this space to further reach out to its public. But this time, it sets out beyond being a retailer as we know it to be and explores the world of bringing entertainment to Filipinos.

Enter the Puregold Channel. A groundbreaking move to further expand Puregold’s digital footprint and engage shoppers. With the rise of video content and live streaming, Puregold shall use Facebook and Youtube to house its own program offerings aimed at bringing entertainment that caters to a wide variety of interests. It will also provide opportunities for branded messaging and segments, sale offers, and ultimately an instant link to frictionless transactions. 

Viewers will be hooked and engaged with content recurring in a weekly time slot - from a cooking show, to a comedy show to a full-on game show.

A lot of individuals have recently tried their hand at cooking. Online instruction videos notwithstanding, The Puregold Channel introduces "Luto Mo, Negosyo Mo, Panalo!" as a unique way of presenting culinary lessons. Hosted by TV Personality Arra San Agustin, the show features easy-to-follow recipes. Done in a casual and light manner, even the "non-experts" should be able to relate and stay on track. What's more, a part of the program will be about how to get into the entrepreneurship side of food preparation, indeed a growing trend these days.

It has been said that "laughter is the best medicine". In these times, surely a lot of us would agree. The Puregold Channel sees the value in looking at the lighter side of life and so another program will serve just the thing. Called "The Ha Ha Hour", this comedy-themed show will feature the sought-after brand of humor of popular lounge comic Alex Calleja. Those who have seen his performances both live and online will surely attest to a potentially riotous time.

And of course, who doesn't want to win prizes? To make it more exciting, how about being an actual game show contestant right at your own home? Game shows might be a dime a dozen, but not when you have Luis Manzano as host. The promisingly fun "Playtime Panalo" is all that. Online subscribers will have the chance to be chosen as home partners and live out their game show contestant dreams and play for exciting prizes. Joining Luis are equally entertaining co-hosts—their hilarious banter alone will surely knock the socks off of even non-contestants!

Search for The Puregold Channel shows on Facebook and YouTube and explore entertainment as brought to you by someone who's always been around to help you be, panalo at life.

Viviamo Inc advocates for the power of journaling to find healing, clarity, and connection through its first planning and journaling online summit called #YouGotThis

#YouGotThis Online Summit Speakers Lineup (from L-R, top to bottom)

Kumu’s VP for marketing Victoria Herrera, Lifekite coach Bam Santiago, life and beauty coach Ning Tadeña, bullet journal enthusiast Paula Binsol, Huskee Digital managing partner Miggy Azurin, mental health advocate and content creator and Cat Triviño, globally accredited mentor and coach Pia Acevedo, creative entrepreneur behind Lifeafterbreakfast.ph Alessa Lanot, global design director of Rezonate Katwo Puertollano, content creator Macoy Dubs, lifestyle and financial coach Paula Peralta, global design director of Rezonate Nico Puertollano, vision board coach Trixie Esguerra, and Viviamo! Inc. president and founder Dar Ty-Nilo.

With everything that’s been going on lately surrounding the COVID-19 outbreak, it feels as though we haven’t been given enough time to prepare or process the drastic changes that have been happening in our lives. Given these negative events happening around us, our bodies might be responding to them in three possible ways: suppress feelings associated with the event, don’t actively process the emotions of the situation; or allow the experience to be the sole focus of our life. 

“When you’re falling into any of these common responses, and find it hard to freely express your emotions with someone else, then a method that might probably work for you is journal therapy,” advises Darlyn Ty-Nilo, founder and president of Viviamo Inc.--the custom publishing company behind Belle de Jour Power Planner. 

This method entails writing down your thoughts and emotions in your journal with the intent of processing them without any judgment from and of yourself and your emotions. This then becomes a powerful journey to self-healing.

With journal therapy, the left part of the brain becomes active, allowing you to be more creative in expressing your ideas. The more you pick up the habit of writing, the more you feel freer from the emotions you have bottling up. Doing so might even give you clarity and understanding of the negative events you have experienced.  

Additionally, journal therapy can be highly beneficial to one’s physical and mental wellbeing: 

It reduces stress. Journaling is an effective stress-management tool because it helps you prioritize your problems, fears and concerns. It can also track your day-to-day emotions, and recognize your negative triggers and learn how to better control them.

Keeps the mind active and memory sharp. Journaling can help your brain stay in tip-top shape. It helps improve your cognitive functions by boosting comprehension and increasing one’s memory capacity. As you reconnect with yourself, you are also keeping your brain engaged at all times.  

Strengthen emotional functions. Journaling can be a cathartic experience for writers. It allows them to express their emotions, helping the brain regulate emotions. Journaling also gives the writers a sense of mindfulness, remaining present while gaining perspective. 

Immortalizes your past. Expressive writing ensures your past is not forgotten. Whether it’s a negative or positive memory, writing them down will keep the mental imagery clear for many years to come, which can have a positive impact on your long-term memory. Immortalizing your past through journaling will most likely aid in your future rather than hinder it. 

Improves overall physical health. Studies show that writing for therapy has positive effects for people with asthma, liver disease, rheumatoid arthritis, chronic pelvic pain, and even cancer. It also improves the immune system and speed up wound healing. 

Journaling is a very enriching habit anyone can pick up. But to make it even more fun, insightful and meaningful for you, let Viviamo! Inc. guide you through the whole process as it holds its first-ever planning and journaling summit in the Philippines, for FREE, entitled #YouGotThis happening on September 19 and 20.  Simultaneously, Viviamo! Inc. will release its 2021 products online via crazyaboutpaper.com.

“This online summit idea came into existence when our community members shared a common sentiment on being unsure about using their planner or journal when everything is so uncertain," adds Dar Ty-Nilo. "Our goal is to help our community members journey out of this pandemic stronger and better; and see the value of journaling in managing emotions and navigating through their days, and help them power through during these uncertain times."

The #YouGotThis summit will feature three (3) panel discussions and seven (7) individual talks featuring esteemed keynote speakers who will share meaningful insights and personal experiences on how journaling has helped them, including content creators Macoy Dubs and Cat Triviño, brand and content strategist Victoria Herrera, global design director duo Katwo and Nico Puertollano, creative entrepreneur Alessa Lanot, globally accredited coach and mentor Pia Acevedo, and vision board coach Trixie Esguerra. Participants not only get to enjoy fun games, win prizes and score purchase discounts, they will also be given the chance to have an engaging Q&A with the speakers. 

The seminar will be streamed live from 10AM to 6PM on BDJ Power Planner’s official Facebook page (facebook.com/bdjbuzz), Crazy About Paper’s Facebook page (facebook.com/CrazyAboutPaper) and You Got This via bit.ly/yougotthisph

To know more, visit https://www.facebook.com/bdjbuzz .  

REBISCO aids DepEd on continued learning during the pandemic

Keeping the Filipino bayanihan spirit alive, the Republic Biscuit Corporation (REBISCO) recently launched new programs to aid the continued education of school children during the pandemic. As the Department of Education (DepEd) pushes for online learning at home to curb the spread of the virus, REBISCO has come up with a series of learning materials in various formats that both educators and students can use.

Supplementary Learning Kits

Last July, REBISCO began its distribution of supplementary learning kits to 240 public schools in NCR. The kit contains school materials such as pencils, crayons, and other basic school supplies. According to Quezon City, Pasay, and Las Piñas school divisions, REBISCO is the first private stakeholder to respond to DepEd’s “Bayanihan Para Sa Paaralan” which seeks for support from private sectors in producing modified learning materials fit for home education. As the effects of the global pandemic were utterly unexpected, support from private entities are very crucial in accomplishing all planned activities for restructuring and reorganizing the education system to cope with the changes.

Activity Worksheets

Supplementary activity worksheets were also produced by REBISCO and will be incorporated into the printed modules that the DepEd will distribute to students once the school year officially starts on October 5. These will reach 351 thousand learners from the early grade.  

Instructional Videos For Teachers, Parents, and Learners

REBISCO is also instrumental in producing instructional videos to help educators navigate the new technologies to be used in virtual teaching. The two video materials are for DepEd Commons and DepEd LMS.

The DepEd Commons is an online library portal of learning materials accessible to public and private school students from Kinder up to Grade 12. 

The DepEd LMS is a virtual classroom where educators can facilitate the class and check 

real-time activities, among others.

Instructional Videos For Students

REBISCO is also leading in the production of branded video materials that can further reinforce learning among young grade schoolers. These videos will be made available on DepEd’s website https://commons.deped.gov.ph/and will include the following instructional videos for students: REBISCO Hand Eatiquette, Topps SarapBalikEskwela tips, Frootees’ The Frooteam, and The Hanchies from Hansel Sandwich.

“For many years, REBISCO has enjoyed the untiring patronage of Filipino consumers, particularly the parents whose children would often bring our products to school as their baon. During this time when kids are forced to stay home and miss out on the learning opportunities, they can only get from attending school, we felt the need to help so our children can continue their development. Through these supplementary materials that we have provided the DepEd, we hope that our school children will be inspired to continue their quest for learning and education and be motivated to strive and do well even under challenging circumstances,” said Rey Delos Reyes, Rebisco’s Senior Vice President for Marketing.

To access the supplementary learning materials from REBISCO, visit the DepEd’s official website at www.deped.gov.ph, and social media accounts: Facebook (DepEd Philippines), Instagram (@depedphilippines), and Twitter (@DepEd_PH).

To learn more about Rebisco head to www.rebisco.com.ph and follow REBISCO’s official social Facebook page www.facebook.com/RebiscoOfficialPage.

Kuya J just opened their stores in SM Seaside Cebu, Robinsons Galleria South, and SM BF Paranaque for dine-in, take-out, and delivery orders

Can’t get enough of Kuya J's delightful offerings? Lucky for you, they are now available in more places as Kuya J reopens three additional stores so more people can easily satisfy their cravings for Filipino comfort food.

Kuya J just opened their stores in SM Seaside Cebu, Robinsons Galleria South, and SM BF Paranaque for dine-in, take-out, and delivery orders.

With the lifting of the recent ECQ, Kuya J has reopened a total of 27 stores nationwide. Now, foodies in different parts of the country are closer to tasting their irresistibly delicious signature dishes and delights, such as the tender and flavorful Crispy Pata, the melt-in-your-mouth goodness that is the Lechon Baka, the succulent Beef Kare-Kare, and the rich and luscious Caldereta.

Aside from the three recently reopened stores, Kuya J is also open in several other locations including Otis, SM San Lazaro, Robinsons Manila, SM Megamall, Eastwood, Paseo de Magallanes, Waltermart North EDSA, SM Novaliches, SM Cubao, SM Sucat, SM Southmall, Festival Mall, SM East Ortigas, SM Marikina, Venice Grand Canal Mall, Baclaran, and SM Fairview.

Kuya J is also offering Filipino comfort food outside of ¹Metro Manila. Go ahead and visit its branches in Robinsons Naga, SM Legazpi, Robinsons Imus, SM Pampanga, SM Lipa, SM Sta. Rosa, Robinsons Valencia, SM San Mateo, and SM Cebu.

And for those who want to enjoy their delightful offerings in the comfort of their own home, Kuya J also offers pickup and delivery via www.centraldelivery.ph

For the latest promos, like and follow @kuyajresto on Facebook and Instagram.

Hotel Sales and Marketing Association Holds "September Online Sale" the Biggest Tourism Sale of 2020

With the gradual lifting of quarantine restrictions around the country,  Filipinos are raring to pack their suitcases and travel, albeit more cautiously, to once again enjoy the country’s beautiful destinations with families and friends.

The Department of Tourism recently came up with a campaign to feed every Pinoys’ wanderlust: “Wake Up In the Philippines,” which showcases a series of online videos that feature all of the country’s picturesque beaches, breathtaking mountains, and mouthwatering cuisine. The virtual experience easily inspires one to start planning their next trip in the Philippines, be it in Batanes, Bohol, Boracay—or just about any place they want to visit soon in the country.

And with tourism being one of the hardest-hit industries--not just here, but all around the world--a local association of hotel marketers is holding a pivotal event aimed at further jumpstarting the Philippines’ hotel and hospitality industry: the September Online Sale, or S.O.S. Organized by the Hotel Sales and Marketing Association (HSMA) Philippines, with the support of the Department of Tourism (DoT) and the Tourism Promotions Board Philippines (TPB), S.O.S. is a two-week online sale of 89 hotel accommodations and other offerings across the country, to be held on September 15 to 30, 2020. Through HSMA’s website, www.hsma.org.ph, travelers can find exclusive discounts of up to 70 percent off on regular rates of hotels in each of the featured destinations.

“Some of the promos are valid for up to a year—and even more-- while the others even have no expiration on their validity,” says Pearl Maclang, spokesperson for HSMA. “For travelers, the S.O.S. is both a limited-time offer that can help them save on their next trip and a chance to help the Philippines’ tourism industry bounce back from Covid-19.”

And speaking of Covid-19, HSMA Chair Margarita Munsayac assures S.O.S. buyers that all properties featured in the event have passed stringent health and hygiene safety protocols, all of which are also being communicated through their respective social media and digital platforms.

“Most hotels and resorts are ready with all health, safety, sanitation protocols, and are well-prepared to welcome guests again,” Munsayac says. “Months of quarantine have enabled these properties to plan carefully and in detail all these protocols, as prescribed by the government, to ensure the safety of guests as well as employees.”

HSMA President Christine Ibarreta stressed that this initiative offers hope for an estimated 5.7 million hospitality employees and workers.  “We have no illusions that life will be the same—if and when restrictions are lifted. But the public’s patronage and advanced bookings from the sale gives us hope that things will get better. It will also  enable us to plan ahead in terms of manpower and other operational requirements so that we will be able to hit the ground running when the pandemic scare is over,” shares Ibarreta.

The ultimate Philippine itinerary

S.O.S. offers options from 89 hotels and resorts all over the country, across eight key destinations: Manila, Pasay, Makati/Bonifacio Global City, the Ortigas Business Center,  Quezon City, Northern Luzon, Southern Luzon, Boracay, Visayas, and Palawan/Mindanao.

Among the featured destinations and hotels during the 2-week sale are:

Boracay

Huge discounts on Deluxe Rooms (with breakfast or spa deals) at the Belmont Hotel;

Buy One, Take One massage offers at The Crimson Resort and Spa;

Buy Now, Travel Later with P6,000 resort credit promo at Discovery Shores;

Three Days, Two Nights packages at the Paradise Garden Resort and Convention Center, and at Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort and Spa; and

A free night at The Lind, for a minimum paid two-night stay

Visayas

For families, Bluewater Resorts in Maribago, Panglao, and Sumilon offer up to 60 percent off on their Deluxe Room rates (with breakfast) for a three-day, two-night stay

The Bellevue Resort Bohol has promos for an overnight, two-night, or three-night stay, which include a 10 percent discount on boat rentals.

Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan has extended its Forever Summer room rates at includes a 40% spa services discount at its AUM SPA

In Cebu City, locals can avail of Marco Polo Plaza Cebu’s Staycation Spree deal for two or three nights.

Shangri-La's Mactan Resort and Spa will also be offering their own two-night staycation package, while

Savoy Hotel Mactan has a Welcome Back promo for an overnight stay.

Radisson Blu Cebu offers an Intimate Garden Wedding package for 20 persons, which includes an overnight stay for the couple.

Richmonde Hotel Iloilo, is welcoming back its guests with both dining and overnight stay discounts.

Palawan/Mindanao

Club Paradise Palawan: Break Free vouchers for three-day, two-night stays, inclusive of P6,000 resort credits for use in restaurants, spa, gift shop, and select island tours

Miniloc Island Resort (El Nido Resorts): Deals on four-day, three-night stays, with daily full-board meals

Seda Lio: Overnight stay for two, with P4,000 worth of food and beverage credits

Best Western The Ivywall: Overnight and three-day, two-night stay deals with discounts on local cocktails

Overnight stay with half-board meals at Aziza Paradise Hotel.

Davao

Dusit Thani Lubi Plantation Resort offers discounted room rates for its Day Experience package inclusive of set lunch; and wedding packages for 25, 50, or 100 persons with a P30,000-50,000 discount

Dusit Thani D2 Davao will offer meeting room packages on a per-person rate, inclusive of special discount promos for room, food & beverage and wedding banquets  

North of Metro Manila

In Baguio City, there are huge discounts on accommodations and degustation menu for two persons at Grand Sierra Pines Hotel;

Costa Pacifica in Baler, Aurora offers special discounts on wedding package for 30 persons, as well as Buy Now, Stay Later vouchers;

Discounted weekend packages on rooms at Aureo La Union and jacuzzi villas at Vitalis Villas;

55% off on room rates at Las Casas de Filipinas de Acuzar in Bataan inclusive of a heritage walking tour. 

Discounted room prices at Quest Plus Conference Center Clark in Pampanga

South of Metro Manila

Acacia Hotel Manila offers special rates for banquet and meeting functions for a minimum of 30 persons.

Extended Forever Summer hotel room rates and special banquet packages at  Crimson Hotel Filinvest City

Assorted room vouchers at The Bellevue Manila

The Twin Lakes Hotel in Tagaytay city offers room discounts for two, while Quest Hotel also has its own version of a Forever Summer package

Seda Nuvali has an overnight accommodation promo for two

Overnight Deluxe Room vouchers at The Bayleaf Cavite.

Participating Metro Manila properties offering heavily-discounted overnight and staycation packages include: 

Manila, Pasay:

Bayview Park Hotel Manila, Belmont Hotel Manila, Conrad Manila, Diamond Hotel Manila, Golden Phoenix Manila, Hilton Manila, Holiday Inn Express Manila Newport City, Hotel 101 - Manila, Jen Manila by Shangri-La, Kabayan Hotel, Midas Hotel and Casino, Savoy Hotel Manila, Sofitel Philippine Plaza, The Bayleaf Intramuros, The Heritage Hotel Manila, and Winford Manila Resorts and Casino

Makati, Bonifacio Global City

Discovery Primea, Dusit Thani Manila, Grand Hyatt Manila,  Holiday Inn and Suites Makati, Hotel Celeste, Makati Shangri-La Manila, New World Makati Hotel, Oxford Suites Makati, Seda BGC, Seda Residences Makati, Shangri-La at The Fort, and Valero Grand Suites by Swiss-Belhotel

Ortigas and Quezon City:

Ace Hotel and Suites, Astoria Plaza, BSA Twin Towers Hotel, Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn Manila Galleria, Discovery Suites, Eastwood Richmonde Hotel, Edsa Shangri-La Manila, Joy Nostalg Hotel and Suites Manila, Luxent Hotel, Marco Polo Ortigas Manila, Microtel by Wyndham - UP Technohub, Park Inn by Radisson North Edsa, Richmonde Hotel Ortigas, Seda Vertis North, and The Linden Suites.

With the help of S.O.S, HSMA believes there is hope yet for the Philippines’ tourism industry to bounce back sooner rather than later, and come out stronger than ever, too.

“We believe that we will see the opening of domestic travel corridors by October, and more by December,” says HSMA vice president Benjie Martinez. “Come summer of 2021, we can expect the hospitality sector to be in a fairly better situation, as more people find ways to wake up in different parts of the Philippines.”

Book your ultimate vacation now! For a full list of participating hotels and resorts and their offers, visit  www.hsma.org.ph.  HSMA’s September Online Sale will run from September 15 to 30, 2020.  The vouchers are valid from October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.  

Watch the S.O.S. webtalk on HSMA’s facebook page https://www.facebook.com/HSMAPH featuring Atty Tonette Allones of Tourism Promotions Board, Wil Dasovich, and David Celdran initially aired last Friday, September 11.

HSMA’s SOS is presented in partnership with the Department of Tourism, Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) and Atlantis, with special thanks to Isentia.

You can now shop for LG products on Lazada!

Over the past few months, more and more people have been staying at home due to the pandemic. It is the best way to stay smart, protect yourself and your family, and prevent infection. Social distancing is the responsible thing to do. There are times however, that essential items at home break down and require upgrading to a new one. The best solution for this is buying online. Ecommerce has boomed at a record-breaking rate since the pandemic started, since shopping remotely is incredibly convenient. Good news is that LG Products are available online with partner retailers and now, the electronics brand is also opening a new channel to cater to the needs of the customers. No need to go out and you are sure to receive your LG items in no time!

In a bid to make consumers #StaySmartStayHome, LG Philippines is set to launch their very own LG Official Flagship Store in Lazada. The launch, which will be announced via Facebook Live, will detail how during the new normal, ecommerce has seen an upsurge with consumers wanting direct-to-door delivery for convenience and safety reasons. The LazMall page of LG and its online partners will carry most of the technology brand’s product lines – home appliances, home entertainment, air-conditioners, and monitors. All items to be sold are guaranteed authentic and enjoy the reliable warranty services that loyal LG customers have come to know and rely on. One big benefit from ordering in LG’s Lazada page is free storewide shipping. 

Another exciting thing scheduled to be announced along with the Lazada launch is LG’s newest addition to their product line – LG’s XBoom Go PL5 and PL7. These are portable Bluetooth speakers that give any room, big or small, an immersive surround sound experience. To bring their XBOOM speakers to the next level, LG has collaborated with Meridian, the British pioneers and one of the pillars of High-Resolution audio. They are trailblazers in digital audio and their technology is actually used in premium British car brands such as McLaren, Jaguar, and Land Rover. With Meridian’s unrivalled sound quality and pioneering approach to audio, and LG’s reputation for producing award-winning, innovative consumer electronics, this partnership promises to deliver premium products with quality sound for everyone. As a special introductory offer on LG’s Lazada page, LG XBoom PL5 and PL7 purchases made from September 14 to 16 will automatically receive a P990 discount, free Shipping, and free Grab vouchers worth P300.

LG will also unveil a short series of livestreamed videos to be aired on LG’s official Facebook and Instagram, and Lazada page that will talk about the brand’s current product lineup and more. Watch the first installment of the video series in LG’s Official Facebook Page on September 14 at 12:00 noon. Follow LG’s social media channels for more details on the upcoming live streams which will feature different LG products that will surely grab your attention.

With LG, #LifesGoodWhenYouShopNow.

Visit their website now at lg.com/ph to know more about their product line up and where to buy! You may also visit and follow LG’s Lazada page here: lazada.com.ph/shop/lg-official-store/