Have the Merriest Holiday with Home Credit!

The most awaited season for Filipinos is fast approaching — signaling the most beautiful time of the year for giving and sharing. Get ready to fill your hearts with your most wishlisted items for yourself and your loved ones and embark on the most exciting shopping season of the year! 

 

Want something for your monitos and monitas? Or have you been wanting to reward yourself for a year of hard work? Better not pout, better not let your wallets cry because a huge blowout is coming to town!

As a holiday treat for Filipino customers, Home Credit Philippines (HCPH), the lifestyle partner of every Filipino, launches The Great 0% Interest Festival with over 50,000 products offered at 0% interest rates at almost 10,000 partner stores nationwide.

 

“Giving has always been a part of every Filipino's holiday tradition. What other way to start the season than to share the fruits of our labor with our loved ones and make their holidays extra special. To make this possible, Home Credit gives back to its customers by making holiday gifting more accessible and affordable this year by offering items at 0% interest rates to fitevery Filipino’s holiday budget,” shares HCPH’s ChiefMarketing Officer, Sheila Paul. 

 

This is indeed a perfect time for Filipino shoppers to make their desired purchases without the need to hurt their wallets. From your desired phone upgrades, quality appliances, and new furniture to awesome tech and digital finds — Home Credit has everything that you need for your holiday gifting! 

The biggest 0% interest rate promo nationwide

Home Credit’s The Great 0% Interest Festival is the biggest and longest-running 0% interest promo of any BNPL brand nationwide running since April 2022.

 

Filipino customers can enjoy their holiday shoppingexperience with Home Credit’s wide selection of over 50,000 products – from home appliances and furniture, bicycles and motorcycle accessories to electronics and hardware, sports equipment and apparel, and many more – offered at 0% interest rates at almost 10,000 partner stores across the country.

 

Fulfill your holiday wishes with Home Credit

Tick off all items on your wishlist because you can now avail of your desired purchases through Home Credit and its partner brands and retail stores nationwide at a 0% interest rate. 

 

You can now get your dream gadgets, camera phones, and digital devices at the nearest partner brand stores — OPPO, realme, vivo, Samsung, Xiaomi, Acer, Apple, Huawei, Asus and Lenovo.

 

If you are looking for some new furniture or appliances to give away as presents, or tools and home essentials for your loved ones, you can now get them at Home Credit’s retail partners: SM appliances, Robinsons Appliances, Abenson, FC Home, Home Along, AllHome, Emcor, Automatic Centre.

 

Wait there’s more! 

As an added treat, the brand wants to hype up your Home Credit holiday experience by launching an exciting campaign video that is set to launch on November 17 on Home Credit’s official Facebook and YouTube accounts, headlined by Home Credit’s brand ambassador – Moira dela Torre.

 

What are you waiting for? Shop now via the My Home Credit app and visit its partner brands and retail stores near you. Shoppers can now experience The Great 0% Interest Festival and make the most affordable purchases until January 31!

 

Home Credit Philippines is a financing company duly licensed and supervised by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). To learn more about the latest updates from Home Credit Philippines, visit its official website www.homecredit.ph. You may also follow its official Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok accounts. Customers are encouraged to download the My Home Credit app on Google Play to know more about the latest promos and see what is new in the Marketplace.

 

A Bright Holly, Jolly Christmas by the Shore

The holiday cheer is coming back brighter and merrier this year—and it’s the perfect time to create more memories with the people you cherish. Escape the metropolitan hustle and bustle that comes with the season and unwind to a tropical Christmas celebration, surrounded by the world-famous beach of Boracay.

Experience an unforgettable Christmas during your stay at Boracay’s premier luxury resort, Discovery Shores Boracay (DSB). With the resort’s award-winning hospitality, deluxe amenities, renowned spa, and acclaimed restaurants, let leisure and spectacle lift your yuletide spirits even higher.

The Holiday season is all about the happiness that comes from the big and little encounters in life -- the jovial interactions, the wonderful traditions, and the joyful conversations. DSB’s Christmas theme this year, Holly, Jolly Christmas, focuses on the genuine bliss that the festive season brings.  It’s definitely the most glorious time of the year and the perfect opportunity to bond with friends and family.

Childlike wonder is set to flourish as well with Discovery Shores Boracay’s newly lit Christmas tree, as well as its 12-foot-tall bear-shaped light display, inspired by DSB’s Bogart the Beach Bear. Draped in thousands of fairy lights and colors, this light spectacle is sure to fill the air with joy.

Give the gift of happiness and make your wishes come true at your holiday vacation at Discovery Shores Boracay–where memories are made brighter. Book directly at the resort’s website and enjoy 10% savings on room rates, daily breakfast at Sands Restaurant, roundtrip land and boat transfers from and to Caticlan Airport, complimentary gourmet pizza at Forno Osteria, 20% savings at Indigo Restaurant and

Forno Osteria,15% discount on Terra Wellness Spa services, 10% discount on Room Service, plus a complimentary glass of mojito per person per night (for stays from Sunday to Thursday)!

 
It's a gastronomic treat this festive season with a wide array of culinary holiday offers, complete with a Bibingka and Puto Bumbong station the whole month of December, a bountiful Noche Buena and Christmas day buffet spread, and an epic New Year’s Eve dance party entitled, “Nobody Can Stop the Music” featuring performances by guest music artists.

To know more about the resort’s festive offerings, visit www.discoveryshoresboracay.com or call (632) 7720.8888.

Discovery Shores Boracay and Club Paradise Palawan are owned by The Discovery World Corporation and managed by the Discovery Hospitality Corporation.

 

Crosswinds by Brittany Corporation was recognized at the 10th PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards

Crosswinds, Brittany Corporation’s 100-hectare Swiss-inspired enclave in Tagaytay, was recognized at the 10th PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards held recently at the Fairmont Makati main ballroom.

 

Crosswinds was highly commended by leading property technology firm PropertyGuru as one of the best lifestyle developments for its innovation and excellence and was recognized for its efforts to offer features and amenities that enhance the living experience of its residents. 

 

The awards ceremony was attended by real estate professionals and industry leaders who gathered to celebrate and give recognition to Filipino excellence in property development, architecture, and design. 

 

The First of its Kind Development in the Country

 

Inspired by the natural beauty of Switzerland, a country of verdant forests and glistening mountain peaks, Crosswinds is an impressive enclave curated thoughtfully for an exclusive lifestyle by Brittany Corporation, the luxury residential arm of the country’s largest homebuilder, Vista Land & Lifescapes, Inc. 

 

Built on the idea of effortlessly nestling the development within the surrounding beauty of nature, Crosswinds features a unique combination of beautiful natural views, a cool climate, and over 35,000 towering pine trees that comprise the forests that give off that refreshing earthy scent you would rarely find in this country.

 

Sitting atop the lush sloping terrain, Crosswinds features premium lot-only properties, themed neighborhoods with Swiss chalet-style homes, and residential towers, allowing residents to enjoy an idyllic sanctuary with modern conveniences and natural amenities.

 

The Swiss Culture and Lifestyle

 

In this exclusive development, the Swiss culture and lifestyle concept is just as important as design. 

 

Swiss culture and lifestyle revolve around highly active and healthy people, politely pursuing the most quintessential elements of life. 

 

Crosswinds provides sophisticated dwellings that unite the interior with the exterior and allow the residents to enjoy the mountain soul of typical Swiss-chalet architecture. There is an abundance of recreational open spaces, lush parks, and gardens in a pristine environment where residents can readily enjoy a fresh cool breeze.

Cycling and jogging paths offer spaces for healthy outdoor recreation. At the same time, the integration of passive and active areas gives residents suitable areas for various activities such as yoga, meditation, or even something as simple as reading a book in the pocket garden. 

 

Lifestyle hotspots within Crosswinds, such as Ruined Project, Napa, Cafe Voila, and Coffee Project, allow residents to enjoy a short walk to the commercial stretch in just a few minutes. Crosswinds also provides a variety of thoughtfully curated gastronomic concepts and new attractions such as Windmill Lausanne, Cafe Yama, Dear Joe, and Andersen’s Bakery that offer a unique dining experience that is enhanced by the cold breeze and amazing views made more beautiful by the stunning orange streaks of colors of the Tagaytay sky. Crosswinds also features a hotel and other modern conveniences that will leave you feeling safe and content in your private natural sanctuary. 

Brittany Corporation, the company behind this exclusive, nature-inspired enclave, also offers a fine selection of home designs, high-end condominiums, and lot-only properties in excellent locations such as Portofino in Alabang, La Posada in Sucat, and Georgia Club in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.

 

For more information on Brittany Corporation’s collection of luxury properties, visit www.brittany.com.ph. You may also follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. 

 

Virtual Run by Herbalife Nutrition is back for the third year!

Premier global nutrition company, Herbalife Nutrition released the findings from its Asia Pacific Personal Habits Survey, revealing that 8 out of ten consumers in the Philippines want to kick unhealthy lifestyle habits they developed during the pandemic. In particular, eating an unbalanced diet (33%), not exercising regularly (50%), and not getting adequate sleep (28%) are the top three unhealthy habits that they plan to break in the next 12 months.

Herbalife Nutrition’s Asia Pacific Personal Habits Survey was conducted in August 2022, and polled 5,500 consumers aged 18 and above in 11 markets in the APAC region, including  500 consumers in the Philippines. It aimed to uncover the changes in lifestyle behaviors of consumers in the country since the start of the pandemic and the unhealthy habits that they plan to kick in the next 12 months. 

 

The survey also revealed that poorer stamina or fitness levels, excess weight gain, and a  weaker immune system are the most common negative impacts resulting from the unhealthy lifestyle habits adopted in the last two years. Among those who reported gaining excess  weight, over half (41%) put on three to five kilograms, while 21% added six to 10 kilograms,  mostly attributed to: 

• Stop exercising or became less active (53%) 

• Eating too much unhealthy food (53%) 

• Binge-eating due to stress (63%) 

• Not getting enough sleep (28%) 

• Consuming alcohol on a more frequent basis (11%) 

“To inspire Filipinos to make positive lifestyle changes, we are introducing initiatives with a focus on helping them cultivate healthy nutrition and workout habits while nurturing community support for achieving their goals. For instance, this month,  we hold our annual Virtual Run, to help people get moving with a healthy active lifestyle,” said Allan Domingo, General Manager of Herbalife Nutrition Philippines.

Herbalife Nutrition Virtual Run 2022  

The Herbalife Nutrition Virtual Run 2022 is a highlight event of the company’s Get Moving with  Good Nutrition campaign, an annual initiative to help Filipinos adopt healthy active living habits, and foster communities that support each other to achieve their health and wellness goals.  

Held in its third year, the Virtual Run 2022 takes place in Australia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Macau, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam from the 1st to the 30th of November. With the introduction of a brand new mobile app, this year’s running challenge will be more interactive, with more seamless progress tracking. The Virtual Run will also contribute to raising funds to support the Herbalife  Nutrition Foundation by providing good nutrition to needy children in the Asia Pacific through its flagship Casa Herbalife Nutrition program. 

Making Positive Lifestyle Changes in The Next 12 Months 

With the impact of unhealthy habits keenly felt by Filipinos, it is no surprise that  9 out of 10 intend to make positive lifestyle changes in the next 12 months, focusing on improving both physical and mental health. Healthy habits they plan to adopt: 

 

● Being more consciously active (62%) 

● Eating more nutritious foods (72%) 

● Developing an exercise regime (56%) 

● Starting a regular sleep schedule (65%) 

● Finding ways to destress (52%)

● Taking nutritional supplements (45%) 

 

“These unhealthy habits can in turn pose serious health risks. But habits can be changed – with a little determination, motivation, and support from like-minded people, it is possible to  swap out unhealthy habits for healthier ones,” said Allan Domingo

 

AIA Philippines developed packaged yet flexible solutions to cater to organizations’ specific needs

Employees are the backbone of any organization and as such, companies must take good care of them. Happy employees mean a motivated workforce with higher productivity, and lower turnover, which can be very expensive in the long run. 

Businesses who don’t prioritize employee welfare may end up losing over $1 trillion[1] because of high employee turnover rates. And with the benefits package one of the most critical elements considered by employees when deciding to stay in their current jobs, it’s an important aspect of human resource management. 

 

For those who are not aware of the ideal basic benefits they should receive, these should include group life insurance, total and permanent disability compensation, accidental hospital reimbursement, hospital income benefit, and critical illness benefits. These benefits are provided to employees and some even extend it to their families as well. 

Investing in these protection and health-related benefits for employees is a must, and companies must find an insurance provider with the strength and stability to deliver on its promises. Fortunately, AIA Philippines, the country’s premier life insurance company, has all these protection and health benefits covered—and more!—to empower more businesses in providing the most important benefits to their people. 

 

AIA Philippines recognizes that the growing small to medium enterprise business owners are eager to keep their employees satisfied and cared for, which is why it developed packaged yet flexible solutions to cater to organizations’ specific needs, with comprehensive solutions against death and sickness.

 

Moreover, AIA Philippines is equipped with ready rates for ease of premium computation, as well as mental and social wellness programs as added value offerings on top of the packaged solutions offered. The life insurer is even extending these healthcare benefits to employees who travel across southeast Asia. 

 

The Regional Passport is a program that connects beneficiaries to select quality providers in key healthcare hubs within the ASEAN region for easy cashless access to treatment. This program’s benefits include elective in-patient hospitalization, preferential rates on medical services, and seamless coordination with healthcare providers. 

 

AIA Philippines’ benefits go beyond the physical wellness of its customers. It supports organizations’ efforts to care for their people holistically through the Think Well program. This initiative grants employees access to benefits for behavioral health, emotional support, and legal guidance. By availing of this premium service, employers can safeguard the entire workforce’s well-being. 

 

To help employees make better financial decisions, AIA Philippines has partnered with the Praxis Company through a comprehensive program called Financial Literacy Gameplay. This premium benefit educates employees on responsible finances through fun games. By signing up to this benefit, more employees can make better financial decisions to attain their goals and help them live better. 

 

“An organization is only as strong as its employees, and that’s why we at AIA Philippines are empowering more companies to provide its people with the most holistic benefits,” Andy Rubio AIA Philippines Associate Director for Corporate Solutions Sales said. “By developing flexible protection and wellness solutions to our corporate partners, we are able to make protection and quality healthcare more accessible to more Filipinos, allowing us to bring to life our purpose of helping them live healthier, longer, better lives.”

 

Click here for more information about AIA Philippines, or here to visit the AIA Philippines Facebook page, email customerservice.ph@aia.com or call (02) 8528-2000 to know more.

 

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[1] Shane Mcfeely and Ben Wigert, 13 March 2019, Gallup website, accessed 05 October 2022, <https://www.gallup.com/workplace/247391/fixable-problem-costs-businesses-trillion.aspx>

Lazada gift cards are up for grabs for lucky PLDT Home Rewards members!

November is finally here and that means you can score the best deals on 11.11 Lazada’s Biggest Sale! With the infinite selection of stuff that you can get from the leading ecommerce platform, there’s no shortage of gifts for your family and friends—and rewards for yourself, too. After all, getting into the Christmas spirit of giving and sharing is the best way to kick off the holiday season. 

 

Luckily for PLDT Home Rewards members, five P100,000 Lazada gift cards are up for grabs in this month’s Grand Giveaway promo, and joining the raffle is fast and easy. 

 

If you are a PLDT Home subscriber but not yet a member of the loyalty program, you can simply enroll your account to PLDT Home Rewards and start earning Crystals and raffle entries. If you are an existing member, just pay your PLDT bill in full and on time, upgrade your plan, apply for paperless and auto-charge payment, or pay via digital channels to start earning Crystals and raffle entries. 

 

You can also exchange 10 Crystals for a Lazada voucher that gives you P100 off for a minimum spend of P1,000 during Lazada’s Biggest sale from today until November 13— for which you’ll also automatically get two raffle entries to the PLDT Home Rewards Grand Giveaway this month.

 

Here are some of the awesome finds that you can get with your P100,000 Lazada gift cards on the most awaited sale: 

1. Fashion

Update your wardrobe or give your family and friends some stylish clothes that you can get at a discount this 11.11. From fashion essentials like jeans and shorts, stylish and colorful tops, to the most trending sneakers, you can express yourself creatively without breaking the bank.

 

For those looking for great deals on fashion essentials, a cute pair of Levi’s denim shorts or these elegant and chic ZANZEA khaki chinos look good in your OOTDs. You’ll also want to look good in stylish tops and dresses, which is why getting a dress like a pretty Crissa woven dress or a fashionable Plains and Prints vintage top gives you great style options for parties and reunions this holiday season. If you want something sporty, get a pair of the Fila Lite Matrix Run or the timeless Adidas Stan Smith. 

 

2. Home essentials

Looking to level up your house? There’s a whole range of home improvement choices available online, such as furniture, accessories, decorations, and other unique pieces. If you saw it on social media like Facebook and TikTok, you’ll most likely find it on Lazada. 

 

You can give your living room an upgrade by getting a piece like a new BAIERDI luxury sofa bed set perfect for a cozy holiday movie night with the family. Try something new for your dining room at home like the 16-piece Corelle dinnerware set that can add more flair to your Noche Buena. If you want a comfier holiday sleeping experience over the break, then getting a new Uratex foam mattress is definitely the perfect choice. 

 

 

3. Games, consoles, and accessories

Holidays mean long breaks and more quality time to spend with family and loved ones.  Bond over action-packed and fun video games. 

 

Playing the hottest games of 2022 on a brand-new Sony PlayStation 5 will surely be the highlight of your family’s holiday season. Don’t forget to add one or more extra PS5 controllers to your cart for fun multiplayer sessions with more family members. For solo players, you can get a copy of Elden Ring, one of the best PS5 games right now. You can also buy other gaming accessories and peripherals during the 11.11 sale, like the HyperX Alloy Origins mechanical keyboard, which is a great gift idea for PC gamers who are also keyboard enthusiasts.

 

4. Work and study at home essentials

Grab productivity essentials like office and study tools, gadgets, electronics, and more at great deals in the 11.11 sale. 

 

For the hardworking go-getter in your life, the Infinix INbook X1 is one of the best value-for-money laptops available right now. If they prefer to work or study on a device that’s more portable, another good option is a reliable tablet like the Huawei MatePad T10. Meanwhile, you can also upgrade your home workstation with the HP Deskjet Ink Advantage 2337 3 in 1 Printer, which gives you and the family an easier and more hassle-free time in printing important documents for school or work.

 

5. Beauty must-haves

Feel great, beautiful, and confident this holiday season without breaking the bank. Lazada also offers a wide variety of health and beauty products from makeup to skincare.

 

Score nice deals on effective skincare products like the Garnier Sakura All Star Kit, which can give you dazzling glass skin in one week. A set of RP Frozen Collagen Face Masks can also keep your face clean, cool, and healthy all the time. For gift ideas to give your friends or family, you can’t go wrong with something like the Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser bundle.  

 

There’s an infinite number of deals to score in this year’s Lazada 11.11 sale! So, don’t forget to register to PLDT Home Rewards, pay your PLDT bill in full and on time, upgrade your plan, apply for paperless and auto charge payment, or pay via digital channels to get a chance to win a Lazada gift card in PLDT Home Rewards’ Grand Giveaway Promo this month. 

 

It doesn’t stop there—your raffle entries serve as your tickets to win the grand prize: a whopping P5 million pesos! Make the most of PLDT Home Rewards and join the Grand Giveaway Promo today. Visithttps://pldthome.com/grandgiveaway to find out more.