AirAsia PH launches Vaccinated Travel Lane for Manila-Singapore flights

Guests traveling between the Philippines and Singapore will now have a much more seamless, convenient and safer travel experience as AirAsia Philippines launches the Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) for its Manila-Singapore flights. Through VTL, tourists may visit the Lion City sans the need to undergo quarantine, making a more seamless travel experience possible. The first AirAsia VTL flight will depart Manila on 5th March 2022.

 

AirAsia Philippines is expecting to fly business and leisure travelers through the MNL-SIN VTL until end-March. The world’s best low-cost airline currently flies 1x weekly to Singapore with flights scheduled every Saturday. It is expected to increase the frequency in the near future, subject to approval from the regulating bodies.

AirAsia Philippines will operate designated VTL flights according to the following schedule:

 

Flight No	Route	Departure	Arrival
Z2 825	Manila (MNL) - Singapore (SIN)	08:00	11:40

 

Guests can book their flights to Singapore through the ‘Flights’ icon on the airasia Super App. Guests can also enjoy great value flights+hotel deals through the ‘SNAP’ icon on the Super App with savings up to 30% off. Those who prefer to book their hotels separately may check the ‘Hotels’ icon in the app and get an extra 10% off with promo code AAHOTEL10.

 

Only fully vaccinated travellers are eligible to travel via the Vaccinated Travel Lane to Singapore, and would need to meet  the entry requirements set by the Singapore Government. Through this, quarantine-free travel to and from Singapore and the Philippines is made possible. 

 

AirAsia Head of Communications and Public Affairs Steve Dailisan shares:

“Our optimism for relaxed borders and a better COVID-19 situation in some of our key routes is now being realized. We have been preparing for this new reality in travel since the end of 2021, as reflected by our current growth in flight routes, capacity, and bookings; and programs such as VTL. Singapore has always been among the top goal destinations of Filipinos, and we are glad to make the travel to the Lion City easier and more convenient for our kababayans.”

 

The reopening of the Vaccinated Travel Lane to Singapore was announced by the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) last February 17. This is expected to propel the tourism recovery of the country as it relaxes its borders to international travelers and as it reclaims its position as a global air hub. 

 

The Singapore Ministry of Health also announced that they will start to ease protocols but reminded the public of the strict wearing of masks in public places. 

 

AirAsia flights from Manila to Singapore and vice versa may be booked via the airasia Super App and website. Visit Singapore VTL safe travel page for more information about entry requirements into Singapore.

 

All AirAsia international flights will continue to operate at NAIA Terminal 3 while domestic flights will be transferred to NAIA Terminal 4 beginning 28 March 2022.

Turn summer at home into a fun bonding activity for everyone

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Summer usually means heading to the beach or any outdoor destination, but families can also have fun when they’re at home. With a little creativity, imagination, and help from Samsung Digital Appliances, they can turn summer at home into a fun bonding activity for everyone.

 

Here are just some things families can do in the comfort of their own home:

 

1. Play outdoor games. It’s nice to soak in the sun every now and then. If families have space in their backyard, they can play fun relay races or even paintball. 

 

A day outdoors means sweat and other stains, so it’s important to have a powerful washing machine to get clothes fresh and clean like the Washer Dryer Combo that uses Eco Bubble™ technology to efficiently clean clothes. Detergent is turned into bubbles, which quickly penetrates fabric to remove dirt while preserving its color and texture.

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2. Make summer treats. A good way to bond with the family is through food. The Smart Oven makes it easy to prepare a feast with its six cooking functions. With just one space-saving device, it’s possible to roast chicken, air fry potato wedges, grill kebabs, steam dim sum, and even bake pies or cookies. A unique function is its fermentation feature, which can be used to prepare homemade yogurt and rising yeast dough.

 

Store all the food in the Family Hub Inverter Side By Side with SmartThings Connectivity that lets homeowners manage their Smart Appliances from the refrigerator’s FamilyBoard. It also has SpaceMax technology™ for more storage space inside with a sleek design, while maintaining great cooling performance.

 

3. Spend quality time in the living room. Make the living room a space where everyone can get together and spend quality time. Keep the space clean with the JetStick Vacuum Cleaner, a wireless vacuum that uses Jet Cyclone for outstanding suction power. The technology also separates fine dust particles from the home, resulting in cleaner air.

 

4. Relax after a long day. After a day of playing and cooking, it’s nice to relax and sit back with loved ones. To make the atmosphere cozy, turn up the air conditioner and grab some thick, comfortable blankets.

 

Families can stay cool with any of Samsung’s air conditioners, which offer different and unique features. The WindFree™ Premium Plus gently disperses air while capturing ultra-fine dust with its PM1.0 Filter. The Window-Type Inverter cools rooms 15% faster than non-inverter air conditioners. Meanwhile, the airflow of the Floor Standing Inverter and the 360 Cassette Air Conditioner can be customized. To keep the home feeling clean, the Air Purifier has a three-layer filter that traps larger dust particles, harmful gases, and up to 99.97% of ultra-fine dust.

 

Homeowners can now purchase all the home appliances they desire, including the Samsung Washer Dryer Combo, Air Purifier, Family Hub Refrigerator, Smart Oven, JetStickVacuum, Digital Inverter Window-Type Air Conditioner, WindFree Premium Inverter Air Conditioner, and Cassette 360.

 

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They can buy these on their own terms with Samsung’s Kick-off Sale promo, which offers convenient payment options from straight cash discount up to 30% off. Get 12-month 0% installment plans, and a low monthly interest via Home Credit and In-house Financing. This promo runs until March 31, 2022.

 

Know more details on Samsung’s Kick-off Sale promo by liking SamsungPH on Facebook or visiting samsung.com/ph/offer/offline/2022/kick-off-sale/.

A Net Zero IdeaNation: UPLB and Nestlé PH partner to generate sustainable solutions from the youth

 

Stronger typhoons and rising threats to biodiversity and food security are just some of the impacts of climate change that have become more evident in the Philippines over the years. Therefore, tackling climate change cannot wait and urgent action is needed across all sectors of society.

 

As a Kasambuhay ng Kalikasan, Nestlé Philippines is taking a leading role in tackling climate change in the country. Guided by Nestlé’s global ambition and roadmap of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, it is committed to source responsibly, transform its operations, and help shape a waste-future.

 

These three Net Zero focus areas are the central theme for Net Zero IdeaNation, a program launched by the University of the Philippines - Los Baños (UPLB) through the Department of Agribusiness Management and Entrepreneurship (DAME), and Nestlé Philippines to harness the potential of the youth towards climate action. The partnership was made official with a recently signed agreement between the two parties.

What is Net Zero IdeaNation?

Net Zero IdeaNation consists of two phases. The first phase will run throughout the second semester of Academic Year 2021-2022 during which students of the ABME 10 (Foundations of Entrepreneurship) course will be asked to generate innovative and sustainable solutions geared towards achieving net zero emissions. By the end of the course, the teams with the best concepts will be selected to proceed to the second phase of the competition in July 2022.

 

During the second phase, the winning teams will receive mentorship from industry experts to further develop their ideas. All will culminate through a pitching competition in which one team will be named the Nestlé Net Zero IdeaNation Winner.

 

“This undertaking will be an excellent mentoring opportunity for our students, that will further inspire them to become innovative and creative in helping find solutions and avenues for sustainable business,” said UPLB Chancellor Dr. Jose V. Camacho, Jr., “Our vision is a future-proof UPLB in society with its stakeholders and communities. We hope to engage actively with industry, and this new form of partnership with Nestlé Philippines will significantly contribute to enhancing the quality of education in the university amidst the pandemic.”

 

Nestlé Philippines Senior Vice President for Public Affairs, Communications and Sustainability Arlene Tan-Bantoto recognized the capability of the youth in being agents of change in society and creating a lasting positive impact on the environment. 

 

“Engaging the youth in climate action is important because of their crucial role in ensuring a livable future on the planet they will inherit. Through initiatives like this, Nestlé Philippines aims to empower the youth and provide them platforms that they can use to help address environmental problems that affect not just our country but the rest of the world,” she said. 

 

Nestlé Philippines also offers a post-graduate sustainability scholarship in partnership with the UPLB Graduate School. 

 

Is it a good time for Filipino nurses to apply to work abroad?

 

The recent surge of the new COVID-19 variant has forced many countries to close their borders once again. For many industries, this has meant that dreams of working overseas are on hold for now. However, for healthcare professionals, the majority of travel restrictions are loosened due to the current global health crisis. In particular, Filipino nurses are needed now more than ever in many parts of the world. 

 

So if you’re a Filipino nurse dreaming of pursuing a career abroad amid the pandemic, TrueProfile.io, a platform that provides Filipino healthcare professionals around the world with the tools they need to secure a lucrative career abroad, shares some tips to make the dream happen:

Find the right job for you on TrueProfile.io

Looking for job opportunities or hospitals abroad may be overwhelming. Thankfully, TrueProfile.io can make the whole process simpler and easier for you via our partnership with a registered POEA agency. On the website, you can find a host of job openings that are specifically catered to international healthcare professionals and the needed skills and/or years of work experience as well as regulatory requirements. 

 

Know the requirements. 

Once you’ve found the job that fits your skills, you can now gather the documents needed to apply. Regulators have a list of the documents needed but normally, the basic requirements include either a 1x1 or 2x2 ID picture, PSA-authenticated birth certificate, résumé, college diploma, transcript of records, marriage contract (if applicable), NBI clearance, passport (valid for at least six months), as well as license and certifications. They must also apply for a working visa to their desired country once the employer offers the job, this process is often managed by the employer. 

 

Several healthcare recruiters and employers throughout Europe and the Middle East have already partnered with TrueProfile.io to help with their medical staffing requirements. TrueProfile.io can assist job applicants with the process from start to finish, from finding a job to verification and licensing. . 

 

  

Getting vaccinated may be a requirement, and you may need to present a negative COVID-19 test upon arrival.

Many countries now require inbound travelers to be fully vaccinated before entering their country. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), you are fully vaccinated 14 days after your dose of an accepted single-dose vaccine or 14 days after receiving your second dose of an accepted two-dose vaccine. Additionally, once you’ve secured the job abroad, you may need to present proof of a negative RT-PCR result upon arrival. You may either need to take the test in your home country or at the airport of destination, where you may be required to stay in quarantine while waiting for the results. 

 

Be open and ready for constant change.

While you may already have set your career plans, keep in mind that we are still living in these very unusual times. Several countries are actively hiring for healthcare workers due to the impact of the ongoing pandemic, make sure you research geographies or specific countries that you may not have previously considered as many are offering excellent opportunities and remuneration for talented healthcare professionals.

 

If you are an interested applicant, simply create an account on TrueProfile.io (https://member.trueprofile.io/register), build a digital CV, and then set contact settings to the ‘Recommended’ option in order to attract new career opportunities.

 

To know more, visit https://www.trueprofile.io/ 

UNIQLO announces the launch of its latest Core T collection to welcome the summer

Japanese global apparel retailer UNIQLO today announces the launch of its latest Core T collection to welcome the summer. Thoughtfully designed and made with superior materials, the new collection comes in a wide range of versatile pieces to help customers stay stylish and comfortable this season.

“UNIQLO is always dedicated to improving people’s lives through clothing. We would continue coming up with new innovative clothing, such as our T-Shirt pieces, to provide better comfort and joy in our daily lifestyles,” says Masato Kusumoto, Chief Operating Officer of UNIQLO Philippines.

 

Wearers can express individuality in style with these new silhouettes, designs, and colors, every day of the week. 

For Monday’s Meetings

Made with comfortable soft jersey and AIRism materials for easier movement, UNIQLO’s AIRism Jersey Short Sleeve Polo Shirt (PHP 990.00) is the perfect item to start the work week with. It has a formal design and no visible stitching for a full professional look especially if worn with Cotton Relaxed Ankle Pants (PHP 990.00).

 

 For Tuesday’s Moderate Workout 

The UNIQLO’s Supima Cotton Crew Neck T-Shirt (PHP 590.00) brings a compact and flattering fit. It is also made with Supima Cotton for an elegant texture and supple feel that can be paired with Ultra Stretch Active Shorts (PHP 990.00) when working out.

For Wednesday’s Dinner with Colleagues

UNIQLO’s Indigo Dry Crew Neck Short Sleeve T-Shirt (PHP 990.00) has a loose-fitting cut to bring ultimate comfort all day long—from work to after office dinners. It is made with an indigo-dyed fleece fabric and is pre-washed for a crisp texture that goes well with the elegant and clean look of Ultra Light Pants (Wool Like) (PHP 1,990.00).

 

For Thursday’s Casual or Important Appointments

With its tight collar design plus smooth and dry touch, UNIQLO’s AIRism Cotton Oversized Crew Neck T-Shirt (PHP 790.000) can be used for a dressy or casual look. The item can be paired with a Comfort Jacket (PHP 2,990.00), made from an elegant jersey material, when in need of a more formal look.

For Friday’s Errands

UNIQLO’s U Crew Neck T-Shirt (PHP 590.00) is made with a sturdy, heavy cotton cloth material that keeps the wearer at ease. It is the ultimate basic durable T-shirt that features a trendy silhouette for a casual and sophisticated look. For added comfort when doing multiple errands, it can be paired with the AIRism Soft Biker Shorts (PHP 990.00), which have quick drying and cool-touch functionality.

For Saturday’s Roadtrip with Friends

UNIQLO’s Ribbed Cropped Short Sleeve T-Shirt (PHP 590.00) features a ribbed fabric that makes it easy to style for a road trip with friends. Perfect for a roadtrip with friends, the cropped length pairs well with Ultra Stretch Skinny High Rise Jeans (PHP 1,990.00), which have a flattering high-rise cut and is made with propriety stretch thread.

For Sunday’s Lounging At Home

For a full day of lounging at home and relaxation, UNIQLO’s Oversized Half Sleeve T-Shirt (PHP 790.00) made with 100% cotton fabric can help the wearer stay comfortable. The brand’s Satin Drape Straight Pants (PHP 790.00) complete the comfortable but stylish look with its smooth and glossy satin fabric.

 

To view the latest collection, please visit https://www.uniqlo.com/ph/en/spl/t-shirt-collection. 

 

For more updates on new collections, download the UNIQLO App via Google Play Store or Apple Store and  visit UNIQLO Philippines' social media accounts: Facebook (facebook.com/uniqlo.ph), Twitter (twitter.com/uniqloph), and Instagram (instagram.com/uniqlophofficial), as well as UNIQLO Philippines' website at uniqlo.com/ph.

 

vivo celebrates Women's Month with new promo from Shopee

Women wear many hats – creatives, homemakers, corporate leaders, and more – and they need a device that caters to their needs. In celebration of Women’s Month this March, leading smartphone brand vivo is offering up to 45% off on select models on March 8 on Shopee.

 

For the on-the-go woman, the Y15s is one of the slimmest and lightest phones built with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for quick locking and unlocking and a 5000 mAh battery for all-day usage. It also has an 8MP front camera that will make their real beauty shine through in every selfie. Cop the Y15s for only P6,599 from P6,999.

 

Get next-level entertainment with the Y21T gaming phone, the first in the Philippine market to have the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 with Extended RAM installed and the Multi-Turbo 5.0 that delivers powerful performance for gaming and streaming. Its 1080p display with 90Hz refresh rate and 96% NTSC Color Gamut ensures the best visuals while gaming, and a 5000 mAh battery with 18W Fast Charge that lets users play up to 8 hours. The Y21T is available for P10,997 from its original price of P10,999.

Customers can get a free BT Headband and DITO simcard with their purchase of the Y15s and Y21T, exclusive on Shopee from March 8 onwards. Additionally, a P50 off voucher for no minimum spend, P100 off for a minimum spend of P6,000, P200 off for a minimum spend of P8,000, and P500 off for a minimum spend of P15,000 are available as well.

 

Also, worth checking out is the V23 5G, one of vivo’s most innovative phones as it’s the first color-changing vlogging phone in the market. The case has a Photochromic design, a feature that shifts the color from Sunshine Gold to Coast Green when exposed to UV light, which can add a stylish touch to any outfit. Its crystal-clear 50MP front camera and 64MP rear camera are perfect for aspiring content creators. It’s available for P27,997 from P27,999.

 

Get more vivo smartphones on sale at the Shopee Brand Spotlight:

vivo Product	Old Price	New Price	Freebies
V23 5G (12+256)	27,999	27,999	Dito sim Card + 2in1 clock Speaker + Backpack
V23e (8+128)	19,999	19,997	Dito sim Card +Lavanda TWS +Backpack
Y76 5G (8+128)	16,999	16,997	Dito sim card + Electric Massager
Y33s (8+128)	12,999	12,997	Dito sim card + Electric Massager
Y20s G (6+128)	9,999	9,997	Dito sim card+ Voguard TWS
Y21T (4+128)	10,999	10,997	Dito sim card + BT headband
Y15A (3+32)	7,999	7,997	Dito sim card + Lavanda TWS
Y15s (3+32)	6,999	6,599	Dito sim card + BT headband
Y1s (2+32)	5,299	5,297	Dito sim card

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Treat yourself and the hardworking women in your life with Shopee’s Women’s Month promo on March 8. Check out the special deals on https://bit.ly/vivo-WomensMonth-SHP/.

 

For updates, be sure to follow vivo Philippines’ official website, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. For more details, visit https://www.vivoglobal.ph/. 

With its one-of-a-kind langhap-sarap taste, you’ll always keep coming back to Jollibee Yumburger

 

 

If there’s one thing Filipinos love about food, it’s that they undoubtedly flock to dishes that give them an experience like no other. They want food that waters their mouth with an inviting aroma, gives them a great taste, and just plain feels satisfying in the mouth.

 

That’s why it’s not a surprise to know that something like Jollibee Yumburger is known as an all-time favorite among Pinoys.

 

With its langhap-sarap patty made with 100% pure beef that satisfies your various senses, the humble yet iconic item from Jollibee, the biggest fast- food brand in the Philippines continues to be a go-to snack for anyone who needs to have a great yet affordable burger that you can enjoy anytime.

 

One can even say that all the elements of Jollibee Yumburger put together makes for a unique sensory experience that no other burger can duplicate, which is why it is also known as the “Nag-iisang Langhap-Sarap Beef Burger”. That experience translates to a mouth-watering invitation to have a Yumburger of your own, as you can see in its latest video commercial:

“When you’re craving for a truly tasty and beefy burger, you know you can’t go wrong with Jollibee Yumburger. Its uniquely delicious and beefy langhap-sarap goodness is something that’s perfect for any occasion, which is why many Filipinos keep coming back for more,” said Mari Aldecoa, Jollibee Philippines, Assistant Vice President for Bestsellers and Ready-to-Cook Categories

 

Get a Regular Yumburger for only PHP 35.00 solo or a Cheesy Yumburger for only PHP 49.00 solo at all Jollibee stores nationwide. Have them safely delivered to you via the Jollibee Delivery App, JollibeeDelivery.com, or #87000. Also available in Drive-Thru and Take Out!

 

For more info and updates on Jollibee products, like Jollibee on Facebook, subscribe to Jollibee Philippines on YouTube, and follow @jollibee on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.