Enhance your journey to better health and financial security with Maya

Getting in shape physically and financially isn’t just about making resolutions—it's about building habits that empower you daily. If you find yourself feeling off track with your fitness goals this mid-year, don’t worry—every day is a new opportunity to start fresh, whether it’s with your health or finances. Just as maintaining physical health requires mindful choices, securing your financial future demands intentional planning.

At Maya, the #1 Digital Bank in the Philippines, we’re here to support you with practical strategies that enhance your journey to better health and financial security.

Start with a Clear Vision

First things first, set clear goals for both your health and finances. Whether you're dreaming of a vacation, building an emergency fund, or aiming for a healthier lifestyle, having a game plan keeps you on track.

Write down your goals, break them into actionable steps, and set deadlines. With Maya, you can effortlessly track your progress and adjust your plan as needed. Explore Maya Time Deposit Plus and Personal Goals to start saving towards your future aspirations. Opt for Maya Savings to watch your funds grow daily, ensuring your money works harder for you.

Reflect on Your Current Habits

Take an honest look at your current habits—both physical and financial. Understanding where you stand now is key to setting yourself up for success. This self-awareness forms the foundation for positive change.

Remember, some wins might take time, while others are easily within reach.

Make Sustainable Changes

Implement changes that fit into your daily life over the long term. Whether it’s adding an extra glass of water to your routine or setting aside a portion of your income for savings, consistency is key! Channel your funds into Maya Savings and earn up to 15% interest per annum, ensuring your money grows steadily with every transaction.

When exploring financial options, compare what most banks offer with Maya’s competitive rates. Maya Savings ensures your money grows steadily while you go about your daily life.

Be Kind to Yourself

Improving your habits can be challenging, but remember to find joy in your daily routines as you work towards your goals. Balance financial prudence with treating yourself, knowing that smart spending with Maya Savings supports your financial objectives seamlessly.

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Great Taste released its newest Great Taste Iced Coffee Dark Latte

 

The saying “Coffee is life” has become a mantra for many working professionals and college students. Some need their caffeine fix to stay energized and focused on their tasks, especially if they start their day super early. Coffee is also a must-have for night owls who stay up late to finish deadlines.

 

You can usually find these coffee lovers lining up at their favorite cafes. But did you know that there’s an affordable option to your go-to café drink? Great Taste recently released its newest Great Taste Iced Coffee flavor, Dark Latte, which offers a strong and creamy flavor. The best part? This delicious cold brew-inspired drink costs around Php 20.00 (SRP) a bottle.

Ready for your cold brew experience with this new drink? Here are other things that you need to know about Great Taste Iced Coffee Dark Latte:

 

Rich caffeine kick

Great Taste Iced Coffee Dark Latte is made with high-quality dark roasted robusta coffee and cream. This gives it that rich coffee flavor, and the cream adds a dash of sweetness and smooth texture. Its smooth blend of strong coffee and cream makes it a good pick-me-up drink when you need to recharge.

 

Easy to carry around

Just like other Great Taste Iced Coffee flavors (Chocolate Mocha, Caramel Macchiato and Vanilla Latte), Dark Latte comes in a sleek bottle that you can easily carry with you anytime, anywhere. This makes it easier to drink and seal even while you’re on the go. You don’t have to worry about balancing a cup of iced coffee from cafes while commuting.

 

Swak sa budget

Whether you’re working or studying, Great Taste Iced Coffee Dark Latte can be an affordable drink companion that you can enjoy anytime, anywhere. For only Php 20.00, you can get your daily coffee fix without breaking the bank.

 

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If you’re looking for a pick-me-up for your early morning or late-night sesh, grab Great Taste Iced Coffee Dark Latte, and experience the strong and creamy goodness of this cold brew-inspired coffee drink.

 

This new must-try drink is available at leading supermarkets and convenience stores nationwide. For more information, visit Great Taste’s official Facebook page.

 

Great Taste is a product of Universal Robina Corporation (URC), maker of well-loved Pinoy brands such as Jack ‘n Jill Piattos, Magic Crackers, Cloud 9, and C2 Cool and Clean. Learn more about URC’s delightful products by visiting www.urc.com.ph. 

 

Ortigas Art Festival: Art for All, A Celebration of Borderless Artistic Expression

 Now in its seventh year, the Ortigas Art Festival is expanding its horizons, putting the spotlight on more artists from all corners of the Philippines. With the theme “Art for All: A Celebration of Borderless Artistic Expression,” visitors can experience a grander Ortigas Art Festival from July 18 to August 18 at the East Wing of Estancia Mall, Pasig City, featuring thousands of Filipino artists to showcase their diverse regional artistry and a wide range of workshops for various disciplines.

Ortigas Art Festival is an award-winning event, earning recognition from the prestigious Anvil Awards (Silver Award) and Stevie International Business Awards (Gold Award) where its annual month-long free art exhibit features Filipino artists of various disciplines from all parts of the Philippines.

 

“Every year, we want to make the Ortigas Art Festival bigger to welcome more Filipino artists and organizations from all over the country. We successfully did that this year with artists from Angono, which is the art capital of the Philippines featuring the works of Totong Francisco, the grandson of Botong Francisco, and many others to showcase the diverse talents and artistic styles of these regions," said Arch. Renee Bacani, Vice President & Head of Ortigas Malls

The 7th Ortigas Art Festival officially opens at Estancia Mall, celebrating art for all Filipinos. The opening ceremony was  leadby (from L to R: Mr. Renato Habulan, Curator of Ortigas Art Festival; Mr. Totong Francisco, Grandson of National Artist Botong Francisco; Mr. Dennis Montera, Head of NCCA on Visual Arts; Atty. Michael David Abundo III, VP, Head Corporate Resources Division of Ortigas Land; Mr. DaveeZuniga, Chief Finace Officer of Ortigas Land; Ms. Helen Mirasol, Consultant of Ortigas Art Festival; Arch. Renee Bacani, VP, Head of Ortigas Malls; Coun. Angelu De Leon of Pasig City; Mr. Jose Javier Reyes, Chairman and CEO of FDCP; Ms. Avie Felix, Curator of Phil. Pavillion to 15th Gwangju Biennale; Ms. Alex Ortigas; Mr. Dio Ortigas;  Ms.Jenna Belardo, VP, Head of Residential Business Unit of Ortigas Land; Ms. Monique Castañeda, AVP, Head Marketing of Ortigas Malls)   

 

The opening ceremony was attended by Ortigas Malls Vice President Arch. Renee Bacani, Angono Vice Mayor Gerardo Calderon, Pasig Councilor Angelu De Leon, and other LGU members to represent their respective cities. Also gracing the event were Ortigas Art Festival lead curators and consultants Renato Habulan and Helen Mirasol, Dr.  Dennis “Sio” Montera, the head of the National Commission for Culture and Arts’ (NCCA) National Committee on Visual Arts, and the artists representing the Philippines at the 15th Gwangju Biennale.

 

Ortigas Art Festival presents a diverse lineup of creative disciplines for people of all ages:

 

Visual Arts

Since launching in 2018, Ortigas Art Festival expanded its roster of featured visual artists. This year, Agos Studio led by Renato Habulan continues to highlight the vibrant paintings and sculptures of up-and-coming Filipino artists. It also features “Buklod”, consisting of artists from Iloilo, which further solidifies its purpose to bring people together and champion regional artistry. Plus, Habulan also launched “Lunduyan,” a two-year mentorship program for emerging artists.

Ortigas Art Festival lead curator and consultant Renato Habulan emphasizes the importance of democratizing art and making it accessible for all.

 

Linangan Artist Residency, known as an alternative art school headed by Emmanuel Garibay based in Alfonso, Cavite, creatively divides its Ortigas Art Festival exhibit into well-thought-out sections that encourage art education. The exhibit serves as a portal to creative discovery and learning through a series of solo exhibits, collaborative showcases, hands-on workshops, and enlightening lectures.

 

Several artists from Angono, the art capital of the Philippines, are showcasing their vibrant artworks at Ortigas Art Festival. This includes the versatile and dynamic works of TotongFrancisco, the grandson of National Artist Botong Francisco, under Grupo Sining Angono. The Angono Artists Associationhelps young artists to develop their skills in art and teach the importance of preserving our culture and rich heritage. TheAngono Ateliers Association, an art group established 1975 in honor of Francisco, has remained committed for 45 years to develop the town of Angono into an “Artists' Village.”

 

vMeme Contemporary Art Gallery features the exhibit “Locations of Freedom,” a pre-departure exhibit for the Philippine Pavilion for 15th Gwangju Biennale in South Korea. It will include various art forms, like an audio-visual production, maquette and mini versions of sculptures, photographs, and other artworks related to the exhibit in Gwangju. It will feature the works of artists like filmmaker Sari Dalena, sculptor ToymImao, and more.

From July 18 to August 18, Ortigas Art Festival visitors can experience the diverse creativity of Filipino artists from various regions of the Philippines and free workshops in East Wing, Estancia Mall, Pasig City.

 

The Pasig Art Club, founded in 1957, prides itself in the diversity of its members who come from a wide array of professions and disciplines. For the Ortigas Art Festival, it will showcase the works of Lita Wells, Ace Dimanlig, and other members of the club.

 

Photography

If you love looking at nostalgic photographs and shots that show a different perspective, the Ortigas Foundation Library and Redlab Gallery have displayed their prints in their respective exhibits. From alluring landscapes to the vibrant greenery of nature, viewers can see the captivating pictures eternally memorialized by talented photographer collectives.

 

Ortigas Foundation Library in cooperation with NayonPhotographers Club also showcases the unique art of paintography in its exhibit. This combines painting and photography to create elegantly vibrant images. 

 

Film

Ortigas Art Festival has long been championing new talent and collaborating with the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) to showcase acclaimed Filipino films. There will be late-night movie screenings of award-winning films, Jopy Arnaldo’s Gitling, winner of Cinemalaya Best Screenplay in 2023;  Raya Martin’s Independencia, which received the Critics Award and Special Jury Award at the Valdivia International Film Festival in 2009; and Zig Dulay’s Firefly, which won at the 2024 Platinum Stallion National Media Awards for Director of the Year and Child Star of the Year, and at the 2023 Metro Manila Film Festival for Best Picture, Best Screenplay and Best Child Performer; Kenneth Dagatan’s In My Mother’s Skin, premiered at Sundance Festival's "Midnight" section in 2023, it was the sole non-English-language film featured nominated as one of the Best Motion Pictures in Catalonian International Film Festival and Best Production Design Nominee in Gawad Urian Awards 2024.

 

Jose Maria Socorro Reyes, chairman and CEo of the Film Development Council of the Philippines, showcases the award-winning films that are showing in Ortigas Art Festival for free: "Gitling," "Independencias," "Firefly," and "In My Mother's Skin."

 

Attendees can also learn from FDCP experts, headed by their chairman and CEO Mr. Jose Maria Socorro J. Reyes at Ortigas Art Festival’s film talks.

 

Dance

One of the most amazing things about dance is that it’s a powerful way to express emotions and tell a story. The Halili-Cruz School of Ballet and Step by Step Performing Arts Studio will show Ortigas Art Festival attendees how dance has provided young girls and boys an outlet for their creative expression.

 

Ortigas Art Festival 2024 features many acclaimed galleries and organizations with thousands of local artists eager to showcase their works, as well as a wide range of workshops. There’s so much to offer visitors, especially young artists, who want to marvel at the beautiful works on display. Visitors can also purchase one-of-a-kind artworks for their homes.

 

Don’t miss these different expressions of art and storytelling at the seventh Ortigas Art Festival from July 18 to August 18 at Estancia Mall East Wing. Visitors can also express their love for art and their Ortigas Art Festival comments on the Expression Wall.

 

For more information and updates, like and follow Estancia Mall on Facebook. Sign up for the Ortigas Community Card via the Ortigas Malls app to get first dibs on amazing deals, discounts, and perks.

 

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Check out the complete list of exhibitors, films, and performers for Ortigas Art Festival 2024: “Art for All: A Celebration of Borderless Artistic Expression” below. For more details, check out the Ortigas Art Festival information sheet here.

 

Visual Arts

● Agos Studio

● Linangan Art Residency

● Angono Artists Association

● Angono Ateliers Association

● Grupo Sining Angono

● Lambana Angono

● Women Artists Collective

● Kuta Artgroup

● The Blanco Art Group

● Neo Angono Artists Collective

● Gallery Genesis

● vMeme Contemporary Art Gallery

● Philippine Guild of Watercolorists

● Pasig Art Club

Film

● Film Development Council of the Philippines

Photography

● RedLab Gallery

● Ortigas Foundation

Dance, Music, Theatre Arts

● Halili-Cruz School of Ballet

● Step by Step Performing Arts Studio

 

Estate Experts Highlight Rise of Leisure Properties with Township Developments: Tagaytay Highlands Leads the Way

Real estate experts have underscored the significance in the growing number of leisure properties integrating strategic township developments in their master plan. Townships are able to meet the preference towards a mixed-use development by providing community living conveniences near residential neighborhoods. South of the metro lies the only unique and exclusive property with the advantages of a planned and managed estate that is far removed from the congestion and other inconveniences experienced in nearby areas. Tagaytay Highlands is on the cusp of seamlessly integrating its main enclaves  the Highlands, Midlands, Midlands West, and Greenlands  into a cohesive, thriving, and self-sustained community.

Tagaytay Highlands, the country's leading mountain resort real estate property, is on the brink of an exciting transformation, ushering in a new era of community living. With a thoughtfully designed landscape, this leading development is creating a more future-proofed environment for residents and investors alike

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PREMIUM LEISURE ESTATE

Tagaytay Highlands is setting a new standard as an integrated township envisioned to grow and expand with robust infrastructure and efficient utilities to enhance the estate.

“Tagaytay Highlands residential and recreational spaces will be complemented by commercial, service, and recreational amenities, fostering a vibrant, sustainable, and holistic environment, says SM Prime Holdings subsidiary Highlands Prime, Inc. (HPI) Senior Vice President Lennie Mendoza. “Tagaytay Highlands will continue to adapt and transform in providing modern conveniences, committed to an exclusive and complete haven of recreation, wellness, and communion with nature, adds Mendoza.

This comprehensive approach to estate development is making Tagaytay Highlands an even more highly sought-after destination for risk averse investors and wealthy buyers as it rapidly evolves from a secondary home destination to a primary residence for discerning families. In this self-contained community with a cherished history spanning three decades, residents enjoy everything they need to live, play, work, and entertain.

Moreover, recognizing the growing demand for open spaces, 40% of its residential communities total development area remains dedicated to unconfined areas, providing residents with breathtaking views of Taal Lake and the Highlands dramatic mountainscape.

Spanning approximately 1,500 hectares, Tagaytay Highlands also features dedicated areas for trekking, hiking, and jogging. This premier estate is also known as a bird sanctuary, offering bird watchers and enthusiasts a peaceful escape and a place to pursue their passions.

Conveniently located at the heart of Tagaytay, todays residents already find Tagaytay Highlands to be just a short drive from essential services and support facilities, including hospitals, schools, shopping areas, industrial and technological parks, churches, banks, and gasoline stations.

Tagaytay Highlands evolution into the countrys premier leisure mountain estate epitomizes exclusivity and luxury where stunning natural views and a breezy climate combine to redefine modern community living.

WORLD-CLASS RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS

Poised for such a significant shift buoyed by its newly launched residential lineup and several projects in the pipeline, Tagaytay Highlands continues to provide discerning home buyers with breakthrough residential concepts set amid luxury mountain resort living. 

Highlands Residences is where one’s story comes to life. Located amid the Highlands enclave’s cool mountain air, this low-density condominium development redefines the idea of mountain living. 

Highlands Residences

A much-awaited archetype of Tagaytay Highlands renowned lifestyle is set to unravel  Highlands Residences. Designed to surround the central amenity, this low-density condominium development is envisioned to promote open-air activities, which makes Highlands Residences a destination in and of itself. With Tagaytay Highlands residential communities being known for having their exclusive world-class amenities, look no further as Highlands Residences already comes with its own line-up of recreational features that are for the sole use of its residents. 

Artist’s perspective of the community) With a world reshaped a million ways, people search for untouched places to take them back to their roots. Trealva at Midlands West stands as a testament to such a timely quest for peace and quietude.

Trealva at Midlands West

For todays growing number of health-and-wellness-conscious individuals, Tagaytay Highlands has revealed its newest residential districtMidlands West. Rising soon in the heart of Midlands West will be Trealva at Midlands West, its very first residential lot community where the districts distinct design pillars of ecocentrism, sustainability, health and wellness, and luxury mountain living will converge. This new horizontal project is poised to mark a new beginning for the exclusive mountain complex.

(Artist’s perspective of community shot) Tagaytay Highlands presents a unique living experience: a ‘perfect modern summer’ in Primrose Parks, the newest residential enclave in Tagaytay Midlands. With close-to-nature facilities and a lush linear park oriented towards the east so that a picturesque sunrise jump-starts everyone’s day.

Primrose Parks

Primrose Parks is a low-density community that spans 6.3 hectares of verdant greenery in the heart of the Midlands. It has the luxury of so much refreshing green spacewith only 99 lots spread at 16 units per hectarethat it lives up to its theme of a year-round modern summer. With its future homes endlessly blooming, the residential village is endowed with close-to-nature facilities that include a lush linear park oriented towards the east so that a breathtaking sunrise greets everyone at dawn. 

Completing Horizon Terraces Garden Villa clusters, Scottsdale is located at the highest point within Horizon Terraces, offering panoramic views of stunning sceneries enjoyed from its balconies and terraces, while serving as a safe alternative primary home.

Horizon Terraces Garden Villas Scottsdale

Completing Horizon Terraces Garden Villa clusters, Scottsdale is nestled at the highest point within Horizon Terraces, a prime residential location which makes it a cut above the rest of the community. Scottsdale features well-appointed three-bedroom townhomes of 140 to 172 square meters each in total floor area, making it an ideal home for growing families. Each townhouse unit comes with a ground-floor den, a multifunctional space that may be converted into a separate bedroom for extended family members and visiting friends.

Attesting to Tagaytay Highlands commitment to excellence in every detail is its developer HPIs recently bestowed Bronze Award for Developer of the Year (Luzon) during The Outlook 2023 Philippine Real Estate Awards by Lamudi. Also, for Tagaytay Highlands dedication to uphold sustainability, safety, and security, it was recently awarded a Safety Seal by the City Government of Tagaytay.

HPI has likewise been named by the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development as one of CALABARZONs 2021 Outstanding Developers for Open Market Projects.

Tagaytay Highlands is confident that there will be continued strong interest in its premium themed residential communities as it remains committed to sustain its vision to be the exclusive leisure property of choice amid the demand for luxury mountain resort living.

For inquiries and other information, interested buyers may access Tagaytay Highlands Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Tagaytayhighlands); Instagram (@tagaytayhighlandsofficial); and website www.tagaytayhighlands.com.

Beko Philippines is proud to champion its sustainability vision with Green Media Events's Takbo Para Sa Kalikasan’s second element series

Beko, one of the most sustainable companies globally, firmly believes that healthy living is only possible on a healthy planet. All actions, big or small, are steps towards a more sustainable future. Recognizing its significant role as an industry leader, Beko utilizes technologies and fosters a sustainability-first mindset among its people, empowering everyone to lead healthier lives.

Beko was recently lauded by TIME Magazine and Statista’s first-ever list of the most sustainable companies in the world, ranking 44th out of 100 companies globally, and is the highest-ranking home appliance company in the list. With a score of 75.68 out of 100, Beko aims to solidify its position at the forefront of sustainable manufacturing.

 

In line with this milestone, Beko Philippines is proud to champion its sustainability vision within the Filipino community with its partnership and support for Green Media Events's Takbo Para Sa Kalikasan’s second element series, Water Run, last July 14. 

 

The advocacy of the run on environmental stewardship is close to the heart of Beko’s commitment to sustainability as some proceeds from the event were provided to Pawicare, an independent group helping in marine turtle protection and conservation. Beko also traveled to Pawicare in San Narciso, Zambales to personally learn about the importance of saving baby marine turtles and donated Beko appliances that will provide practical convenience to the volunteers.

 

Beko employees also united for the project by joining the run and organizing fun activities for over 6,500 runners, which enhanced the overall experience and added more excitement to the event. Participants visited the Beko booth, where they were treated with pre-and post-run caffeine fixes. They experienced how to make freshly made coffee first hand using the Beko coffee machine to customize the free drink to their liking. Participants also snapped photos in the booth for a chance to win free Beko appliances.

“We believe that behind Beko's success is its commitment and focus on sustainability. We consistently look for better materials, manufacturing processes, and technologies to create reliable and powerful home appliances that give you comfort, so when you use Beko appliances, you know that you are also contributing to taking care of the planet,” shared Arel Atakol, APAC Managing Director, Beko.

 

As Beko continues to pursue its sustainability goals, it will strive to further develop and provide home solutions that care for every home, including our planet, ensuring a healthier environment for future generations. 

 

To learn more about Beko’s Sustainability efforts, follow @bekoph on Facebook and Instagram or go to http://www.beko.ph.

 

Xiaomi introduces Xiaomi TV A Pro line!

 Xiaomi, a global leader in technology and innovation, revolutionizes home entertainment with their Xiaomi TV A Pro line! Look no further when searching for more lifelike and realistic visuals when you avail of the Xiaomi TV A Pro Promo. 

We're always looking for the next best thing to improve our viewing experience at home—and this means a quality TV with more lifelike and realistic visuals for an immersive experience.   Xiaomi is committed to providing its customers innovative and efficient products— and you can experience this for yourself with the Xiaomi TV A Pro promo.

 

The Xiaomi TV A Pro line offers an immersive visual experience with vibrant 4K imagery powered by Dolby Vision and powerful audio by Dolby Audio. It also has Google TV settings that let you control the device seamlessly through Google Voice, and access YouTube, Netflix, Prime Video, and other streaming platforms. On the design front, the Xiaomi TV A Pro models are made with a premium metallic frame with a bezel-less design, giving it a sleek and modern look.

 

From July 20 to August 31, 2024, Xiaomi fans can avail of Xiaomi TV A Pro models at discounted prices of up to P4,000.

 

● Xiaomi TV A Pro 65" - P28,990 (from P32,990)

● Xiaomi TV A Pro 55" - P19,990 (from P22,990)

● Xiaomi TV A Pro 43" - P14,990 (from P16,990)

 

Don't miss out on this awesome Mi TV A Pro promo! Treat yourself to an innovative visual experience in Xiaomi’s authorized stores from July 20 to August 31.

 

For more information, like and follow Xiaomi's Facebook page.