More magical celebrations each year at SM Supermalls

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If there’s one thing we noticed in the recent holiday celebration, it’s that Filipinos have started going out of their homes to celebrate the holidays.

And for many, the most enjoyable, convenient and truly magical destination is SM Supermalls, a one-stop shop and wonderland, a place where they can do exciting activities and celebrate with family and friends.

For more than three decades now, SM Supermalls has launched amazing themes that make every Christmas celebration more magical and even more impressive than the last. Some of the most stunning displays include the Looney Toons Snow Village in 2014, the Christmas 3D Art Museum in 2015, and Igloo Fun Park in 2016.

This year, SM Supermalls presented a special theme in malls nationwide, its biggest and grandest yet with magical Pixar- and Disney-themed holiday displays, complete with gigantic tree centerpieces for Instagram-worthy selfies and groupfies.

These breathtaking displays utilize advanced technology, such as SM Aura Premier’s enchanting Christmas under the sea experience with SM’s first-ever digital underwater adventure, featuring larger-than-life sea creatures.

SM Supermalls also featured annual pyromusical shows, illumination festivals, and grand Christmas parades, always making sure to top the festivities from the year before.

The retail giant also offers multi-sensory experiences wherein you can feast your eyes on amazing displays and feel the holiday excitement while you shop. 

Celine Dion Live in Manila 2018

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CELINE DION ANNOUNCES LIVE 2018 TOUR TO PLAY IN MANILA 

World-renowned singer Celine Dion has announced she will head overseas this summer with her highly anticipated LIVE 2018 Tour to perform in seven cities across the Asia-Pacific region. Scheduled to kick-off 26 June in Tokyo, the CELINE DION LIVE 2018 Tour will see Celine return to cities she hasn’t performed in for ten years, including Tokyo and Macao, and cities she will perform in for the first time ever, including Singapore, Jakarta, Taipei, Manila and Bangkok.

Tickets for CELINE DION LIVE 2018 in Manila will go on sale to the public beginning 18 January at 10 a.m. Members of TeamCeline will have access to purchase tickets before the public through an advance pre-sale from 16 January to 17 January. The tour is produced by AEG Presents and co-produced by Ovation Productions in Manila.

Tickets for CELINE DION LIVE 2018 Tour in Manila will go on-sale to the public beginning 18 January.

For tickets and information visit celinedion.com and smtickets.com.

CELINE DION LIVE 2018 Tour Dates:

26 June Tokyo Tokyo Dome

29 June Macao Cotai Arena at The Venetian Macao

3 July Singapore Marina Bay Sands Grand Ballroom

4 July Singapore Marina Bay Sands Grand Ballroom

7 July Jakarta Sentul International Convention Center

11 July Taipei Taipei Arena

13 July Taipei Taipei Arena

19 July Manila Mall of Asia Arena

23 July Bangkok Impact Arena

One of the most immediately recognized, widely respected and successful performers in pop music history, Celine Dion has sold almost 250 million albums during her over 30-year career. She has earned five Grammy Awards, two Academy Awards and seven American Music Awards.  In 2004, Celine  received the Diamond award at the World Music Awards recognizing her status as the best-selling female artist of all time. In 2016, the Billboard Music Awards presented her with the lifetime achievement Icon Award.   Celine continues to break records with her ongoing Las Vegas residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace which has played over 1,000 shows to more than four million fans. 

AEG Presents is one of the largest live music companies in the world.  The company is dedicated to all aspects of live contemporary music performances, including producing and promoting global and regional concert tours, music events and world-renowned festivals.  AEG Presents promotes more than 8,000 shows annually worldwide.  For more information, visit aegpresents.com. 

Ovation Productions is a pioneer concert promotions company in the Philippines operating since the 1970s headed by veteran promoter Renen de Guia. It directly buys, promotes, and handles all production of its concerts ‘in-house’. The company has expanded the concert market for international artists by breaking into and developing provincial cities in the Philippines aside from Metro Manila. For more information, visit ovationproductionsmanila.com.

Monique Lhuillier Designs Anastasia Steele’s Wedding Gown In “Fifty Shades Freed”

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Dakota Johnson as Anastasia Steele dons a custom-lace wedding gown and veil by Monique Lhuillier, renowned bridal, ready-to-wear and accessories designer, in "Fifty Shades Freed", the all-new installment of the Fifty Shades of Grey series.

Known for her romantic glamour and modern elegance, Monique Lhuillier brilliantly captures Anastasia’s alluring beauty and vulnerability in this design. The long sleeve, off-the-shoulder, dégradé Chantilly-lace tulle-sheath gown with open illusion back and trail of lace covered buttons exudes femininity and sophistication. A Cathedral-length tulle veil with appliqués of Chantilly lace adds astonishing glamour for Anastasia’s grand entrance.

In keeping with the essence of her brand, Monique’s design evokes an enchanting and whimsical, yet sophisticated vision by weaving together sensuous and modern elements. The classic, ethereal and effortless silhouette of the dress topped with the elegantly embellished veil is distinctly Monique Lhuillier.

“I was so delighted to be asked to design an iconic wedding dress for the character of Anastasia Steele for this climactic chapter of the Fifty Shades of Grey series,” said Monique. “Further building on the success of the show-stopping look I designed for the masquerade ball in Fifty Shades Darker, it was a wonderful experience to be involved in this production. Once the wedding gown hits the big screen, I know this timeless design will live forever.”

The Monique Lhuillier wedding gown and veil designed for Anastasia and Christian’s wedding can now be seen in the trailer for “Fifty Shades Freed.” The feature film will be released in Philippine cinemas February 7, 2018.

For more information and a first look at the design, please preview the trailer at https://youtu.be/9Pb-CElhGu8.

Worst Vacation Ever: 6 Tips For Backpackers By The Montero Brothers

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Have you ever wondered why some of your tripsare never as perfect as planned? From delayed flights, cancelled hotel reservations, bad insect bites to the worst hangovers, at one point or another, some things can go awry. In the newest Discovery Channel show Worst Vacation Ever, celebrity brothers Troy and KC Montero boldly relive the worst and most unbelievable holiday travel anecdotes to ever grace the internet. Premiering this January 29 at 8:10 pm, each episode starts with the brothers and their team searching through real online reviews of actual holidays that other people have experienced. From the strange, funny, disgusting or downright absurd, the brothers seek to recreate these situations to see if these vacations really are as bad as some people paint them out to be.

Combining their learnings from years and years worth of travel, brothers Troy and KC bring to the show some travel pointers which backpackers should take heed:

• Eat at your own risk – What is travelling without trying out local delicacies? Well, you can definitely eat anything and everything you want,but better be sure you know what’s in it or if it’s even safe. You don’t want to end up spending the rest of your days in your hotel room or worse, forgetting what really happened.
• Drink only until you cannot – Drinking is fun and exciting, but drinking too much can cause you trouble and put you in tight situations especially in a foreign country. You don’t want to pass out after doing silly things you might regret your whole life.Better get your liver ready!
• Transport – Whilst we probably don’t have the ideal mode of transportation, experiencing other countries’ very own bamboo trains, tuktuks, etc., can definitely be a lot different and fun. Just always keep an eye on your belongings (and your stops, too!) and be ready to putyour haggling prowess to use whenever necessary.
• Don’t be a stranger – Go out of your comfort zone, be friendly. You’re jet setting to a new land (might be with a different native tongue from yours) with different culture, so forget the initial transition and feel comfortable by making friends. Get your groove on!
• Expect less, experience more– Different travelers, different personalities, hence, different experiences. Remember, what may be a bad experience for others can be the highlight of your trip. So while it’s best to read online reviews, give yourself the chance to explore and discover things on your own.
• You’re out and ready, go all in – For sure, you have your itinerary on hand composed of proper timings and schedules of when and where you should go. Although this is ideal, do not marry your plans and allow leniency and flexibility. Remember, you’ll never have this moment again, so go for it!

There are plenty of vacation shows with hosts having a blissful, wonderful time. 

In Worst Vacation Ever, KC and Troy seek to debunk some myths and prove how, sometimes, your worst vacations can still turn out to be your best. Be part of the adventure and tune in to Discovery Channel on January 29 at 8:10 P.M.!

The Battery King Meets The Action Prince, As Actor Gerald Anderson Becomes The Face Of The Zenfone Max Plus

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Along with the recent launch of the long-awaited ZenFone Max Plus, ASUS Philippines also revealed the newest personality to join the ZenFone Family. Crowned as the Action Drama Prince in local showbiz, prominent and well-loved actor, Gerald Anderson is all set to take on a whole new action-packed adventure as the new Hero of the Battery King that is the ZenFone Max Plus!

“We are very happy and excited to finally share the ZenFone Max Plus with you all. This is one product that really circulated a lot of buzz over the holidays,” Product Marketer for Smarphones, Francis Garcia, claimed during the big launch of the phone. “And to usher it in with someone as incredibly talented and passionate as Mr. Anderson makes this whole experience even more exciting! We really do hope for your continuing support!”, closes Garcia.

When asked about the ZenFone Max Plus, here is what the heartthrob actor had to say: “I mean, you wouldn’t want to experience a smartphone that loses its juice easily. We’re always on our phones, and when they drain fast, it gets tedious to recharge. The ZenFone Max Plus is very convenient and efficient. This [the 4,130 mAh battery capacity]is definitely a winner!”

“I also love the big display!” Anderson admitted in a follow-up query about the ZenFone Max Plus’ latest innovation, its 18:9 Full View Full HD+ Display. “I love watching movies and videos and I also find it easier to type [texts]! The combination of big battery and big display is the best for me – practical and less strenuous! Great for catching and enjoying moments.”

Gerald Anderson is the latest brand ambassador to join the growing list of top personalities and celebrities endorsing the ZenFone brand. In fact, by some fate, Gerald immediately followed the footsteps of ZenFone 4 and ZenFone 4 Selfie Series Brand Ambassador, Bea Alonzo.

When asked about his thoughts on endorsing the same brand as Bea Alonzo, and the possibility of one day working closely with her, “I just feel so honored to represent such an amazing and innovative brand like the ASUS ZenFones. I’m excited to be a part of the family and was impressed with the work they did with Bea. I’m exhilarated to see my amazing campaign with ASUS.”

Curious to find out more information on the ZenFone Max PlusHero, Gerald Anderson, the ZenFone Max Plus, as well as all the other incredible products from the Taiwanese tech giant, ASUS? Head on over to the official ASUS Philippines Facebook page and ZenTalk Forum now!

The ZenFone Max Plus is also available on Home Credit, 0% interest for 6 months!

The ZenFone series are also available in Lazada Philippines.