PLDT Home inks exclusive partnership with Lionsgate Play for the next big thing in streaming

Lionsgate Play — the fast-growing Southeast Asian streaming platform of the global content studio behind major franchise properties such as John Wick, The Hunger Games, Power, and many more — launches in the Philippines this June

Enjoy a bigger, bolder, and more powerful entertainment viewing experience at home today as PLDT Home, the Philippines’ fastest broadband service provider, partners with premium streaming platform Lionsgate Play.

Lionsgate is a leading Hollywood studio that has created and distributed some of the world’s biggest properties, including the blockbuster film franchises The Hunger Games, Twilight Saga, John Wick, and Saw; and the television series Mad Men, one of the most acclaimed shows in television history. By simply subscribing to a PLDT Home Fiber Plan 1699 or up, Filipinos can enjoy and experience the best of global content across action, comedy, drama, horror, and thriller genres — and more of Lionsgate Play’s signature offerings from the comfort of one’s home.

"PLDT Home and Lionsgate are bringing entertainment straight from the box office into people’s homes. From the best love stories to the best of horror down to the most action-packed films and shows, the world’s best content is simply a push of a button away with Lionsgate Play for all new and existing PLDT-powered homes,” PLDT Home Senior Vice President and Head of Consumer Business-Home Group Jeremiah de la Cruz said. “This partnership is part of our continuing mission to provide our customers the fastest broadband connection in the country so that they can better stream their entertainment choices including the most exciting and irreverent stories from Lionsgate Play. Beyond PLDT-powered homes, Lionsgate Play shall also be available to Smart customers soon."

“Our endeavor has been to ensure viewers are provided with a curated lineup of great content, spread across genres for the best viewing experience,” Lionsgate Executive Vice President Amit Dhanuka said of the partnership. “Taking this forward, we are excited to partner with PLDT Home to launch Lionsgate Play in the Philippines. We are reaching out to a large and diverse sector of consumers with a digitally-driven offering enabling them to ‘play more, browse less.’ We look forward to more Filipinos enjoying the best of what Hollywood has to offer!”

Among the content available at the Philippine launch of Lionsgate Play is American crime drama Power. With rapper and actor Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson as executive producer, Power follows the triumph and trials of drug dealer James St. Patrick (Omari Hardwick) as he tries to leave his life of crime behind to manage his own nightclub. Power is one of American premium cable TV’s most watched and highly-rated shows.

Also among Lionsgate Play’s banner content is futuristic action film Apex. This Bruce Willis starrer follows Thomas Malone (Willis) as a wrongfully-convicted prisoner given a chance at freedom.

Now available locally through Lionsgate Play is the critically-acclaimed drama Gaslit, starring Julia Roberts and Sean Penn. The new series spotlights Martha Mitchell (Roberts), wife of former US President Nixon’s Attorney General John N. Mitchell, discovering the full extent of the Watergate scandal in the 70s.

Lionsgate Play also features the studio’s most commercially successful films and film franchises: The Hunger Games follows hunter Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence) and her heroic adventures in a post-apocalyptic world; John Wick tells the story of the titular character (Keanu Reeves) forced to return to his life as a hitman to avenge the death of his beloved puppy; the Twilight Saga follows the epic love story of teenager Bella Swan (Kirsten Stewart) and vampire Edward Cullen (Robert Pattinson); SAW trails the sadistic machinations of John Kramer or Jigsaw; Knives Out follows a detective (Daniel Craig) in his investigation on the mysterious death of a wealthy novelist (Christopher Plummer); and many more.

The streaming service also carries some of Lionsgate’s most iconic and groundbreaking series such as Mad Men, a multiple Emmy and Golden Globe-winning period drama starring Jon Hamm that’s widely considered to be one of the greatest TV shows of all time; and The Royals, a drama chronicling the tradition, opulence, and scandal that surround a fictional modern-day royal family. Lionsgate Play also gives PLDT Home subscribers first dibs on the hottest new shows including Becoming Elizabeth, which chronicles Elizabeth I’s rise to power and all the intrigue and betrayal that came with becoming the Virgin Queen. Catch these shows and more very soon on Lionsgate Play!

In time for the Philippine launch of the streaming service, both existing and new subscribers of PLDT Home Fiber Plans 1699 and up will be given exclusive access to Lionsgate Play without the additional charges until June 1, 2023.

Enjoy a bigger, bolder, faster, and more powerful entertainment home viewing experience at home with Lionsgate Play, exclusive in the Philippines through PLDT Home. 

To learn more about Lionsgate Play, visit https://pldthome.com/lionsgateplay.

Make celebrations extra with the Cherry Digital Air Fryer AF200

Cooking up a get-together at home? Be your guests’ all-time favorite host with the Cherry Digital Air Fryer AF200.

Why order out when you can prepare something yourself? With this air fryer’s unique Rotisserie Spit and Fetch Tool plus accompanying Skewer Sets, you can draw away from usual dishes and offer extra palatable meals such as kebab and barbecue. Using the same appliance, you can also show off your other special air-fried specialties that are fit even for your health-conscious visitors. This kitchen must-have boasts of a Healthy Fry feature which significantly cuts 80% of fat and oil from your recipe.

Equipped with eight cooking presets and over-heating protection, you can hang around with everyone else without worrying about your safety or ending up with burnt food. Finally, with its 12L capacity, this is really ideal for house parties starring your home-cooked meals.

There’s no stopping you from pulling off that fun house gathering with the help of your trusty Cherry Digital Air Fryer AF200. Get it now for P7,000 at:

Cherry Shop PH: www.cherryshop.com.ph

Jodi goes all out in revenge game in last three weeks of “The Broken Marriage Vow: The Shocking Part”

Once torn apart by her husband’s betrayal, Jill (Jodi Sta. Maria) is ramping up her efforts to protect her dignity and her son Gio (Zaijian Jaranilla) as her rage reaches new heights in the last three weeks of “The Broken Marriage Vow: The Shocking Part” on Kapamilya Channel, A2Z, and TV5.

Jill has had enough of David’s (Zanjoe Marudo) scheming tactics as she made it clear to her ex-husband that she wants him out of her and Gio’s lives for good since they were unable to separate amicably. Despite Gio’s deep resentment, David’s interference in their affairs remains persistently dangerous.

Because of David’s obsession, Jill refuses to be dragged into his web of lies and is hell-bent on letting Lexy (Sue Ramirez), David’s wife, know that he isn’t done with his philandering ways - after confessing that she and David spent a steamy night together.

As her once seemingly perfect life spirals out of control, Lexy’s doubts about David’s infidelity will begin to haunt her. David, on the other hand, will remain coy about his wrongdoings as he struggles to maintain his relationships with not only Jill and Gio, but with Lexy and her entire family as well.

Meanwhile, Gio will continue to be caught between his warring parents as he struggles with his anxiety caused by the traumatic experiences within their family.

Will Jill succeed in protecting Gio by driving David and Lexy out of their lives? Will Lexy and David’s relationship survive their impending problems?

Aside from iWantTFC and Viu, “The Broken Marriage Vow” can also be seen on weeknights at 9:20 PM on Kapamilya Channel, A2Z, TV5, and Kapamilya Online Live on ABS-CBN Entertainment’s YouTube channel and Facebook page. Viewers who use any digital TV box at home such as the TVplus box only need to rescan their device to be able to watch “The Broken Marriage Vow” on TV5 and A2Z. The series is also available to viewers out of the Philippines on iWantTFC and The Filipino Channel (TFC) on cable and IPTV.

For updates, follow @abscbnpr on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.

Coca-Cola Philippines, Plastic Bank® partnership accelerates collection and recycling ecosystem in Cavite

In celebration of World Oceans Day, Coca-Cola Philippines and Plastic Bank® announced that in 2022, they will together help to collect 10 million post-consumer PET plastic bottles to address and solve the global packaging waste issue while improving the lives of partner collectors and junk shops enrolled in the Plastic Bank Ecosystem Impact Program. This is double their target in 2021, when 5 million used PET bottles were successfully recycled and diverted from landfills and oceans.

Through the Ecosystem Impact Week event, which will run from June 8 to 12, 2022 at Robinsons Place General Trias, Coca-Cola Philippines, Plastic Bank® and the local government of General Trias, Cavite, aim to educate more Filipinos on the value of collecting and recycling recyclable plastics. A collection booth has been set up for consumers visiting the mall, where they can bring clean and used recyclable plastic bottles and help give these a second life.

Coca-Cola Philippines, together with Plastic Bank, officially opened the Ecosystem Impact Week on World Oceans Day in Robinsons Place General Trias with a public exhibit on their waste collection initiatives, including a collection booth, where mall-goers can bring clean and used plastic bottles for recycling.

“At Coca-Cola, we recognize that we have a big role to play in helping solve the plastic waste problem,” said Tony del Rosario, President of Coca-Cola Philippines and Vice President for East Franchise Operations of Coca-Cola ASEAN and South Pacific.

“With partners like Plastic Bank, the government, non-government organizations, civil society, industry and private sectors, we know that a World Without Waste with measurable, positive impact is possible.” Del Rosario added.

Plastic Bank is a social enterprise that builds collection and recycling ecosystems in coastal communities by working directly with individuals in the informal waste sector and micro and small enterprises like junk shops. Through the Plastic Bank Ecosystem, collector partners are given access to training, tools and equipment for efficient waste collection, and a source of livelihood. The program also connects collector partners to the market (Material Recovery Facilities or junk shop branches) that buys their collections to ensure the sustainability of the program.

Empowering communities one individual at a time

In January of 2022, Jenny Arcilla, owner of Jecka Junkshop, turned her business into a Plastic Bank Partner Branch. Through the partnership, her shop was refurbished and given the proper equipment, ensuring safe working conditions for her all-female staff. After receiving training, they also learned how to use the Plastic Bank App, which assists shop owners in tracking collections and sharing their waste collection impact online.

“Sa tulong ng Coca-Cola at Plastic Bank, na-upgrade ko ang negosyong simulan namin ng aking asawa. Nakaka-proud din na hindi lang pamilya ko ang aking natutulungan, pati na rin ang mga kababaihan sa aming komunidad,” said Arcilla.

Nanay Vicky, a waste collector in General Trias, Cavite, is among the beneficiaries of the partnership between Coca-Cola Philippines and Plastic Bank. While currently working as a street sweeper, she also collects plastic bottles that are cleaned and sold to junk shops.

Around the same time in January, Vicky Advincula (Nanay Vicky) also began working as a collector in General Trias. While currently employed as a street sweeper, Nanay Vicky also collects and cleans recyclable plastics that are sold to junk shops.

“Malaking tulong sa aming mga waste collector at sa aming barangay ang programang ito, dahil dito marami sa amin ang natutong bigyan ng importansya ang pag-recycle ng PET bottles. Nabibigyan din kami ng extra income dahil sa bawat makolektang plastic nakakakuha kami ng perang pandagdag sa araw-araw naming gastusin,” said Nanay Vicky.

“Plastic Bank works with about 500 recycling communities around the world and over 20,000 community members, most of whom are like Jenny and Nanay Vicky. By supporting collection communities in coastal areas, we effectively prevent plastic from reaching the oceans. Our partnership with Coca-Cola Philippines has helped us reach critical scale in just two years—from the volume of plastic we collect to the number of lives we directly impact,” said Gidget Velez, Chief Country Development Officer of Plastic Bank PH, says of Coca-Cola as a partner and as an enabler of sustainability programs.

Mall goers are encouraged to bring their own plastic bottles to Robinsons Place General Trias through the Ecosystem Impact Week exhibit that will run until June 12. At present, the partnership between Coca-Cola Philippines and Plastic Bank has diverted 5 million plastic bottles from oceans and landfills.

Creating a value chain for recycling

In 2018, The Coca-Cola Company announced its global goal to help collect and recycle the equivalent of every bottle and can it sells by 2030 to achieve its vision of a World Without Waste. The beverage company strategically helps to build a circular economy through its three fundamental global goals:

· Design - make its packaging 100% recyclable globally by 2025, and use at least 50% recycled material in its packaging by 2030;

· Collect - collect and recycle every bottle and can that they sell by 2030;

· Partner - work with like-minded institutions to support a healthy, debris-free environment.

Coca-Cola Philippines has since invested in community programs and critical infrastructure to make the recycling value chain a reality. PETValue, the first bottle-to-bottle recycling plant in the Philippines located at General Trias, is expected to process 30,000 metric tons of plastic PET bottles and produce around 16,000 metric tons of recycled PET resins every year. The facility works under a closed-loop recycling system, processing post-consumer plastic bottles and turning these into recycled bottles, allowing them to reenter the supply chain.

“At Coca-Cola, we realize that we cannot achieve our World Without Waste goals alone. As we look forward to the full operations this year of PETValue, we will need the collaboration and support of individuals and communities as we together help to create a circular economy for PET plastic in the Philippines, starting here in General Trias City,” said Del Rosario.

The company also said that the PETValue facility once operational will generate more than 200 local jobs that will support the livelihood of individuals within the waste value chain. Coca-Cola Philippines continues to work towards supporting strategic collection partners at the institutional and community levels across the country in a bid to adequately supply the plant with recyclable material for recycling.

Participate in the Ecosystem Impact Week by bringing clean plastic recyclables to Robinsons Place General Trias from June 8 to 12, 2022.

For more information about Coca-Cola's World Without Waste goals, visit www.coca-cola.com.ph/en/sustainability/worldwithoutwaste.

More affordable shopping and exciting promos as MR.DIY launches 11 more stores!

Looking for great shopping deals near you? Say no more as MR.DIY, your one-stop shop for home improvement, is set to open 11 new stores all over the country on its National Grand Opening on June 17 – 19, 2022.

MR.DIY, the largest home improvement retailer in the country, now has 244 branches nationwide, and shoppers across the country will definitely enjoy spotting low prices and great deals!

The 11 new MR.DIY stores are located in AB Fernandez Ave., Dagupan City, Pangasinan; NE Pacific Mall in Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija; XRC Square Montana in Rodriguez, Rizal; Sunstar Mall in Sta. Cruz and Pavilion Mall in Binan, Laguna; Eton Centris in Quezon City; Sangandaan in Caloocan City; SM Hypermarket in Makati City, Paseo Arcenas Estate and Minganilla in Cebu City, and LG Garden Walk in Mactan City.

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MR. DIY shoppers will not only shop at an affordable cost, but they can also receive exciting items during the said National Grand Opening at the new 11 branches. For a minimum purchase of PHP 450 in a single receipt, a customer will get a chance to receive a free MR. DIY Rainbow Umbrella, perfect for the rainy days!  

For more information about MR. DIY and their products, visit www.mrdiy.com/ph. You may also follow them on their social media accounts /mrdiyPH for Facebook and @mrdiy.philippines for Instagram and TikTok and be updated on their upcoming promos.

 

About MR.DIY

MR D.I.Y. is the largest home improvement retailer with more than 2,000 stores across Southeast Asia including Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Brunei, Philippines, Cambodia, India, and Europe in Turkey and Spain. The home improvement retailer has dedicated itself to making a positive difference in the lives of its valued customers by offering convenience at all its stores nationwide.

All MR. D.I.Y. stores are managed directly and the company often works in collaboration with other mass merchandise retailers or owners of malls or shopfront properties. MR. D.I.Y. stores offer a wide selection of — approximately 18,000 SKUs — across 5 major categories, namely hardware; household and furnishing; electrical; stationery and sports equipment products; and others (comprising amongst others toys, car accessories, jewellery, and cosmetics).

The company strives to put customers first by operating an innovative business that is flexible when it comes to providing a wide variety of products, good quality, and value-for-money, holding true to the Company’s motto of “ALWAYS LOW PRICES”.

Pop-rock diva Gigi De Lana reveals her secret hopes and dreams

If there’s one reward that Gigi De Lana would love to receive from all her hard work as the fastest-rising singer and musician today, it is certainly not something material.

“I’m very thankful for all the good things that have been happening to me lately, but that one thing that will make me be truly at my happiest is seeing my mom healthy and happy and live a longer life,” Gigi confided to the media in her online launch event as PLDT Home’s ambassador.

“My mom is battling stage 4 breast cancer, and she has been my inspiration and motivation to pursue my dreams.”

From being the frontwoman of viral YouTube cover band The Gigi Vibes, Gigi, at 26, is fast becoming local entertainment's next big star. She recently released her self-titled debut album under Star Music and made her feature film debut as Love Mae in Four Sisters before the Wedding in 2020.

Yet, Gigi considers being busy and swamped with work a blessing. She calls this career take-off the start of a fulfilled dream, one Mommy Imelda has long prayed for.

“My mother has a lot of dreams and hopes for me. I want to make at least some of them come true. And I want to prove to her that she has been right all along to believe in me even before anyone else ever did. She dreamed I’d make it big one day, be seen on huge billboards and all that,” Gigi revealed.

And so, Gigi’s role as PLDT Home ambassador was another welcome blessing for someone who’s built her career around fast, strong, and interactive connections online.

“So, imagine how happy she was when I told her the news that I am now a PLDT Home ambassador! It was a dream come true for both of us and it felt very rewarding,” Gigi added.

Having just successfully released her first single “Sakalam”, Gigi has never been busier, having just released her album a few months ago. She’s just thankful that on most days she can work from home with her band and spend quality time with her mom.

“You know, it’s not an exaggeration to say that the connection my mom and I share is as strong as PLDT Home’s internet service. We always try to connect online even when I’m away! She’s the sweetest! She makes it a point to support me by buying me clothes online and catching my band's next livestream! Thanks to PLDT Home,” she gushed. Gigi De Lana and the Gigi Vibes weekly YouTube live show is powered by PLDT Home Fiber’s lag-free and seamless internet connection.

Gigi wishes to spend more years with her mom. She prays that Mommy Imelda gets to see her fulfill all their dreams together, including singing for a teleserye, appearing on a billboard, and starting a family. She hopes to do more things with her—eating out, traveling, shopping, more traveling and shopping!

For now, Gigi sees to it she spends quality time with family no matter how busy her career gets. It’s one of her non-negotiables and one that allows her internal compass to always point to the true north. Because, for Gigi, having a successful career will always remain secondary to having a fulfilling life with her family.

“When I can’t balance my time with work and family, I feel like there’s an empty space inside of me. And I don’t want to feel that way. I wouldn’t trade being with her for anything in the world. I love her so much,” Gigi said.

Make every day rewarding with PLDT Home Rewards

Like Gigi who believes that spending quality time with her family at home is what makes every day rewarding, PLDT Home subscribers can make building the strongest connections at home even more rewarding with the PLDT Home Rewards program.

Join the PLDT Home Rewards Getaway Giveaway! Simply register for free via pldthome.info/caltexpldtrewards until June 30, 2022. And you’ll get a chance to win one (1) of five (25) Caltex StarCash Cards worth P20,000 each to gas up and more.

Once registered, start collecting Crystals for simply enrolling your account to electronic billing, signing up for upgrades, or paying your bills on-time and in-full. And now, earning from PLDT bills payments are made even easier as members can now earn 5x more Crystals monthly as PLDT Home Rewards now gives 1 Crystal for every P50 paid. Collect enough Crystals and get more amazing treats and perks including discount vouchers from dining and retail partners (such as The SM Store, Shopee, GrabFood and a whole lot more!) and bill credits for PLDT, Smart, Cignal, and Maynilad.

Learn more about PLDT Home Rewards and the Getaway Giveaway promo by visiting pldthome.com/rewards

Enjoy All-You-Can-Eat Mangoes at Market! Market!

Rural Rising Ph and Alagang Ayala Land are bringing the sweetest mangoes experience to Market! Market! this June.

The famed mall is giving mango lovers in Metro Manila something to look forward to this June. In partnership with Rural Rising Ph and Alagang Ayala Land, they will be hosting a Mango All-You-Can-Eat experience. Know that event in the Province of Guimaras’—famous Manggahan Festival. Locals and travelers alike indulge in the sweetest mangoes to their heart’s content.

The Mango All-You-Can-Eat will take place on June 11, 2022, and anyone who wishes to take part in the sweet, sticky buffet may do so for only Php 200 per head. Those who purchase tickets will be given 20 minutes to eat and enjoy all the mangoes they can finish.

Also! Join the #RuralRisingPh and #AlagangAyalaLand #MangoEatAllYouCan at #MarketMarket

Box All You Can

Meanwhile, Market! Market! Together with Rural Rising Ph and Alagang Ayala Land will also be bringing the Box All You Can activity to the mall on June 11 – 12, 2022. Fill a box with your favorite healthy produce, and support local fruit and vegetable farmers, for only Php 699.

To join the Box All You Can at Market! Market, register at https://bit.ly/BAYCatMM-RRPH.

Pay it forward, and make a donation to give guards and housekeeping staff the chance to join the Box All You Can activity for free. To donate, visit https://bit.ly/BAYCDonation-RRPH.

For more information on mall activities, schedules, and promotions at #iLoveMarketMarket, like and follow Facebook.com/MarketMarket, @ilovemarketmarket on Instagram and TikTok, and @MarketMarketBGC on Twitter. You may also visit www.ayalamalls.com.

Netizens Rave for Puregold Channel’s “Ang Babae sa Likod ng Face Mask”

With major buzz stoking thrill and excitement over the show, netizens are wildly anticipating the June 11 premiere of the upcoming Puregold Channel series “Ang Babae sa Likod ng Face Mask”.

In the series, TV and online personality Herlene Budol takes on her first-ever starring role as the romantic interest of TV heartthrob and lead actor Joseph Marco.

Mickey Ferriols plays Madam Baby - Malta’s mother and struggling vlogger.

Herlene Budol stars in her first leading role as Malta.

The pandemic has allowed Malta to find newfound confidence behind her face mask.

Joseph Marco plays Sieg, a young man recovering from a recent heartbreak.

The series is poised to be a certifiable hit. Even in the run-up to its official debut, “Ang Babae sa Likod ng Face Mask” has been reaping massive online support—garnering over 1.1 million views within 24 hours of its release on Facebook. Comments have been pouring in from netizens—all over the country—who are looking forward to the show’s premiere.

“Hala, nakaka excite naman” goes Shandel Bacasmo in the comments for the trailer. There are fans like Ghiavanniel Gabrieles Romero who can’t help noting the electric chemistry between Herlene Budol and Joseph Marco. “Kakakilig naman nyan!!! Bagay kayo,” Romero writes.

Joseph Marco’s own fans express their all-out support, like Assenav Siedaba, who remarks, “Kakilig kA tALaga jOseph marco!” A gaggle of Herlene Budol fans likewise declares their love for her, even raving over her looks. Leslie Vallejos Casitas Macalla comments, “For me hindi sya panget.”

To be sure, fans of both Herlene and Joseph are thrilled about the hilarious and kilig moments the show is expected to deliver.

Sieg and Malta meet for the first time at a café.

Joseph Marco plays the romantic lead opposite Herlene Budol as Malta.

Malta’s eyes charm the unlucky in love, Sieg.

Kiray plays the antagonistic Trina, Malta’s workmate.

The first episode of the series introduces us to Herlene Budol’s character, Malta. Malta has not been lucky in love because she sees herself as a “hipon”—or someone blessed with a shapely figure but a plain and homely face, something that the sweet and kind Malta is able to conceal under her facemask.

Malta works to support her mother, Madam Baby, played by Mickey Ferriols, a struggling vlogger and owner of a sari-sari store. A scene later shows that the bills are piling up and Malta decides to help make ends meet for her family. Meanwhile, viewers are introduced to Sieg, Joseph Marco’s character. Sieg is hurting from the end of another relationship, and is nursing a broken heart.

What will happen when Malta and Sieg first meet? How can Malta help support her mother in these difficult times? Can Sieg move past the pain of heartbreak? What’s in store for the duo will be revealed in the upcoming episodes of “Ang Babae sa Likod ng Face Mask”.

Kiray flexes her comedic muscles in her supporting role in “Ang Babae…”

Malta’s friends at the café help support her through her troubles.

Malta works at a café in order to make ends meet at home.

Watch for “Ang Babae . . .” episodes on the official YouTube Puregold Channel on Saturdays, 7 PM, starting June 11. For more updates, like @puregold.shopping on Facebook, follow @puregold_ph on Instagram and Twitter, and subscribe to Puregold Channel on YouTube.

Shopee expands hubs in Visayas to deliver a better shopping experience to Filipinos

Cebuano shoppers can now enjoy faster delivery and better deals. Hear about the highlights of their e-commerce journey with Shopee.

For many Filipinos, online shopping has become an integral part of their daily lives, as they continue to enjoy the numerous benefits of e-commerce. 

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, recently launched a slew of initiatives with the aim of bringing a fun and seamless online shopping experience to even more Filipinos across the country. Part of Shopee’s efforts includes the continued expansion of its Shopee Xpress hubs across the Visayas region. By establishing more hubs in Cebu City, Bogo, Moalboal, and other areas in Visayas, Shopee has expanded its serviceable areas, allowing Visayan shoppers to enjoy a wider product assortment, as well as faster and cheaper delivery.

Through this expansion, Shopee was also able to introduce Visayas Barato Deals—special offers, shipping discounts, and more promos exclusively for Bisaya shoppers, in line with the launch of its 6.6-7.7 Mid-Year Sale. “We have always believed in the transformative power of technology to connect buyers and sellers within the community, no matter where they are. By expanding our serviceable areas within the Visayas region, we aim to give our Visayan shoppers a seamless online shopping experience at Shopee, as we go through every step of this exciting e-commerce journey together,” shared Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines.

In line with these efforts to improve the overall online shopping experience for Filipinos across the country, four Cebuano shoppers shared about the benefits they’ve enjoyed throughout their e-commerce journey with Shopee.

A rewarding shopping experience that offers great value for money

Grashelle, 35, became an online shopper when she found out she was pregnant. As an expectant mother, online shopping made things more convenient, and with Shopee, she was able to get the best deals. “Cebuanos like myself generally look for products that offer the best value for money. With its lower shipping fees, cheaper prices, and wide variety of products, Shopee has become my e-commerce platform of choice. Compared to when I first started shopping on Shopee, I noticed that shipping in Cebu has gotten faster, and that makes everything even more convenient.”

Online shopping made easy and fun

With his tight schedule as a physical therapist, Vincent, 27, needed an easier way to shop, and that’s when he discovered Shopee. “Once I got the hang of using the Shopee app, everything else followed. Apart from shopping, I got hooked on the games, especially Shopee Bubble and Shopee Candy. Shopee not only gives me a convenient way to shop, it’s also a fun in-app experience with all the games, flash deals, and more.”

Patricia, 26, started shopping online in 2017 after hearing about all its benefits from her friends, and she has been a Shopee user ever since. From pet care needs to fashion finds, she always has a great time shopping on Shopee. “My favorite part about Shopee is the excitement you get when you’re waiting for your parcel. I check the status of my order every day because I love the feeling of anticipation when waiting for my Shopee parcel to arrive. It’s also fun to window shop online, and add items to my cart that I can’t wait to check out.”

Bigger discounts and better deals on Double Day sales

As an enthusiast of custom PC building, Ernest, 19, purchases all his PC parts and tech needs on Shopee. Since most of his orders are electronics, he often shops during the Double Day sales so he can get bigger discounts and exclusive vouchers. “With the upcoming 7.7 Mid-Year Sale, I’m looking forward to the lower shipping fees in Visayas, since it used to be more expensive in Cebu. I’ve always been a big Shopee fan and with my experience through the years, I’ve been able to find everything I need and save more with Shopee’s deals and offers.”

Don’t miss exclusive shipping discounts, 10% off vouchers, ₱66 and ₱77 deals, and more at Shopee’s 6.6-7.7 Mid-Year Sale!

Celebrate Independence Day and Father’s Day at Ortigas Malls this June!

 

Kids and adults alike can enjoy our Independence Day Celebration activities on June 12, 2022:

GREENHILLS (GF, VMall)

•        Palarong Pinoy – 2-3PM

•        Traditional Filipino Cultural Dances – 4-5PM

 

TIENDESITAS (Level 1, Building B)

•        Palarong Pinoy – 2-3PM

•        Traditional Filipino Cultural Dances – 4-5PM

 

ESTANCIA (G/F East Wing)

•        Palarong Pinoy – 2-3PM

•        Traditional Filipino Cultural Dances – 5-6PM

On June 19, 2022, join our Hail to the King activities and win royal treats with your dad:

GREENHILLS (G/F VMall)

•        Rowing Machine Challenge – 10AM-3PM

GREENHILLS (2/F Centermall)

•        Basketball Shoot-out Arcade Game – 3-4PM

•        Football Game Competition – 3-4PM 

 

GREENHILLS SKYLINE

•        Monster Burger Eating Contest – 7-9PM

•        Pedal Kart Competition – 5-6PM

•        Skyline Bike Trail – 4-10PM

•        Busking – 7-9PM

 

TIENDESITAS (Level 1, Building B)

•        Acoustic Band – 7-9PM

 

TIENDESITAS (Level 2, Building B)

•        Dart Tournament – 3-7PM

 

ESTANCIA (LG/F East Wing)

•        Mini Golf Tournament – 3-5PM

 

ESTANCIA (G/F East Wing)

•        Wood Carving Workshop – 1-2PM

•        Acoustic Band – 6-7PM

Queens also get a chance to win prizes for their hubbies! Join Letter to My King from June 6 – 16 on the Greenhills Mall, Tiendesitas, and Estancia Facebook pages.

Ortigas Malls would like to thank its partners:

Greenhills - Blade, Fitness First, Jollibee, Monster Burger, Pedway, Peri-Peri Charcoal

Chicken and Sauce Bar, and Theo & Filo Artisan Chocolates

Tiendesitas - Anytime Fitness Tiendesitas, Moonleaf, Mr. DIY, and Theo & Filo Artisan Chocolates

Estancia - GNC, Hanako, Theo & Filo Artisan Chocolates, and Whistle Toys Café

Download the Ortigas Malls app now to enjoy perks and privileges when you register for the Ortigas Community Card, Elite Pet Society, and Toy Club. Available on Android and iOS.

You can also shop at your favorite Ortigas Malls stores through Your Daily Store at dailystoreatortigasmalls.com

Visit the Greenhills Mall, Tiendesitas, and Estancia at Capitol Commons Facebook pages for more details!

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