Take a Dream Vacation this Summer with Dream Cruises !

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Experience inspirational journeys at sea with the multi-awarded cruise line

Dream Cruises, Genting Cruise Lines' luxury cruise brand, has become Asia's hottest cruise option with an array of mega-ships sailing out of the top cruise hubs in the region, offering an experience an enhanced travel experience for guests as the Asian equivalent of international all-inclusive, high-end cruise lines

Since Dream Cruises premiered its first ship two years ago, the brand has garnered numerous international accolades including "Best Cruise Line-Cuisine", "Best Cruise Line-Entertainment" and Best New Ship:World Dream* at the Travel Weekly Asia Readers' Choice Awards 2018, Star Performer Top Ten rating for Genting Dream and World Dream in the Berlitz Cruising and Cruise Guide 2018, Best Cruise Operator at the TTG Travel Awards 2018 and placing in the top 5 mid & large class cruise lines in the Conde Nast Traveller The Gold List 2018

Dream Cruises' fleet of Genting Dream and World Dream are currently homeported in Singapore and Hong Kong - with an upcoming Explorer Dream sailing out of Sydney and Auckland, are delivering Inspirational and aspirational journeys at sea for a wide-ranging cross-section of guests. From the value-minded to the extravagantly inclined, Dream Cruises offers cruise experiences to suit the diverse lifestyle interests of the Asia based vacationer. At the top end of the spectrum, The Palace is a luxurious ship within a ship enclave available on the Dream Cruises fleet featuring over 140 suites and private facilities including its own swimming pool, spa, gym and dining venues. The luxurious essence of The Palace is further embodied by the meticulous, personalized service of its renowned team of Dream Butlers who are on hand to cater to every whim of the guests.

To further grow the Dream Cruises fleet, the brand is set to receive its first 'Global Class ship 2020. The new Global Class vessel will be designed specifically for the rapidly growing Asian cruise market and will be among the most technologically advanced ships with artificial intelligence and featuring a wide array of leisure, entertainment and dining experiences 

For more information about Dream Cruises, please visit www.dreamcruiseline.com .

About Dream Cruises

Genting Hong Kong brings over 24 years of Asian cruise industry experience in creating its new cruise line - Dream Cruises.

Dream Cruises aims to be a pacesetter in the cruise industry in the region, meeting the needs of the 'emerging generation' of confident, independently-minded and upwardly-mobile Asian travellers.

Deam Cruises offers inspirational journeys, which are Asian at heart and international in spirit.

Purpose-built for the China and Asia market, Genting Dream, the first ship of the fieet, debuted in November 2016, with her sister ship World Dream joining the fleet in November 2017, offering guests the highest levels of service and spacious comfort in the region.

Accommodations reflect both size and choice for travelers with over 70 percent of staterooms featuring private balconies and over 100 connecting rooms catering to extended families and groups. Distinguished by its European style butler service and special all-inclusive guest privileges, The Palace, a luxurious ship within a ship concept, will indulge travelers in lavish suites and an aura of exclusivity

With the finest Asian and international dining, exceptional service, enthralling entertainment inspirational experiences, Dream Cruises aims to redefine vacation travel with a transformational journey at sea.

Since its launch, Dream Cruises has been recognized by the Berlitz Cruising and Cruise  Guide 2018 with Genting Dream placing sixth in the Large Resort category and the Travel Weekly Asia Reader's Choice Awards 2017 where Genting Dream was voted as the 'Best New Ship' and Dream Cruises rising to the top in the Best Cruise Line- Entertainment' category.

Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray Leads HIV Screening Day

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After her charity day early this week, Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray invites everyone to get tested on 2 March 2019 (Saturday) at LoveYourself community centers and partner community-based organizations (CBOs).

Dubbed as THIS IS ME: The Silver Lining HIV Screening Day, the purposeful event is a simultaneous HIV testing in Metro Manila, Cavite, Pampanga, Palawan, Cagayan de Oro and Zamboanga.

Interested inviduals are encouraged to sign up at http://go.loveyourself.ph/ThisIsMeCatriona.

“Let's keep HIV testing as a normal, regular medical routine,” Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray.

Joining LoveYourself on this endeavor are Decent Image of South Signal Association from Taguig, Juan AVES Love and Light, Cavite Positive Action Group The JCH Advocacy Inc., Posi+ive Movement and Project H4 in Luzon, Family Planning Organization of the Philippines – IloIlo in the Visayas, and Kagay-an PLUS - Preserving Life, Uniting Society Inc., Olympus Society of Davao, Inc., and Mujer-LGBT Organization in Mindanao.

Latest data from Department of Health-Epidemiology Bureau, an average of 32 HIV cases were reported every day. In December 2018 alone, a total of 877 Filipinos were diagnosed to contract HIV. For the entire 2018, a total of 11, 427 was diagnosed person living with HIV.

In response to this rising epidemic, LoveYourself employs a differentiated care apporach to look after the needs of various segments of the society.

LoveYourself has five community centers: LoveYourself Anglo (Shaw Boulevard); LoveYourself Uni (Taft-Gil Puyat Avenue); LoveYourself Welcome (Bluementritt); Victoria by LoveYourself (Libertad); and Lily by LoveYourself x DIOSSA (across Waltermart Bicutan). In addition, LoveYourself will expand its reach in the Visayas with its first provincial site, the LoveYourself White House near Fuente Circle in Cebu City.

Check into a world of thrills with Resorts World Manila and Cebu Pacific newly opened RWM Travelers Lounge

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With the opening of the Resorts World Manila (RWM) Travelers Lounge, lay-overs and wait times of airline passengers can be more convenient and enjoyable.

First to enjoy the benefits of the lounge will be Cebu Pacific (CEB) with its satellite check-in services for flights departing from the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 (NAIA T3).

The Resorts World Manila X Cebu Pacific Travelers Lounge features airport check-in conveniences such as real-time flight status boards, luggage scales, ticketing services, and comfortable seats.

Located at the ground floor of the RWM’s Newport Mall, Cebu Pacific passengers have the option to check-in for their flights during mall hours, or up to eight (8) hours before their scheduled flights. Those with check-in bags, however, will still have to proceed to the Bag Drop counters at the airport.

“Now, guests have more reason to make use of check-in options such as the website, mobile app, and now, RWM’s Travelers Lounge, to get their boarding passes even before arriving at the airport. CEB passengers have the opportunity to enjoy the amenities and attractions at Resorts World Manila—which is directly connected to NAIA T3, while waiting for their flights,” said Javier Massot, Vice-President for Airport Services at Cebu Pacific. 

To ensure that nobody misses their flights while enjoying RWM’s attractions and amenities, real-time flight status digital boards are located at the lounge. Getting to NAIA T3 is easy and cool with Runway Manila, an air-conditioned, elevated walkway that directly connects Newport City with the airport. Free shuttle vans regularly make the rounds from Newport Mall and RWM hotels to the Runway Manila entrance from where passengers can walk to the airport within five minutes.

Resorts World Manila and Cebu Pacific executives at Travelers Lounge

“We’re very pleased to have this partnership with the Philippines’ biggest budget airline,” says Stephen Reilly, Chief Operating Officer of Resorts World Manila, “They fly hundreds of thousands of local and international tourists on their planes daily and we are glad to provide these travelers with the option of spending their pre-boarding hours enjoying the many thrills RWM has to offer.”

As an added treat for those who check-in at the satellite lounge, RWM is giving away 300 pesos worth of non-negotiable slots credits, and PHP 150 discount vouchers for every minimum P500.00 spend at RWM signature restaurants such as Impressions, Passion, Ginzadon, Café Maxims, and gaming area restaurants Silk Road, Silogue, Victoria Harbour Café, and Franks.

Guests must be at least 21 years old to avail of the slot credits and to dine in gaming area restaurants. Travelers with flights are responsible for reaching their boarding gates on time and encouraged to check the flight status boards around the property and to allow enough time to reach the airport.

Download the RWM Mobile App or visit www.rwmanila.com for updates on new events, offers, and promotions at RWM and Newport Mall. Call the Tourist/Visitor Hotline at +632.908.8833 for inquiries.

Efficiency meets sustainability : How Schindler elevators’ PORT Technology supports Daiichi Properties’ sustainability

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Manila, Philippines -- Jardine Schindler Philippines officially launched its latest PORT Technology-enabled destination elevator installation at Daiichi Properties’ The Finance Centre in Bonifacio Global City this February.

Schindler Philippines has 25 years of technical expertise in the local industry. It has strategic offices located in Metro Manila, Baguio, Cebu, Davao, Angeles and Iloilo, serving the needs of Philippine companies for world-class elevators and escalators. It prides itself with its Personal Occupant Requirement Terminal (PORT) Technology which helps provide tenants with a new and enhanced elevator and escalator service experience.

The PORT Technology only requires the identity or destination of a passenger to access a PORT Terminal. It takes care of planning and executing a seamless journey using an optimal route designed to take the shortest possible time to complete. Through this process, not only does it provide an innovative elevator experience but is also raising the security level of an establishment by limiting access to other floors or destinations.

Schindler Philippines continued its partnership with Daiichi Properties in providing its PORT Technology elevator service to the award-winning building, The Finance Centre. This premium-grade office tower is the second of the leading developer’s building to be installed with the PORT Technology elevator system. Prior to The Finance Centre, Schindler also provided its elevator service to another Daiichi Properties award-winning building, World Plaza, which is also in Bonifacio Global City in 2017.

Raising the benchmark for Philippine real estate, Daiichi Properties has been creating innovative office and residential buildings in Ortigas and BGC. The firm is committed to developing buildings that are sustainable and environmentally-friendly, and are ensured to be earthquake and typhoon-ready. It also uses state-of-the-art technologies and innovations to reduce energy consumption and boost savings. 

With Daiichi Properties’ strong commitment to developing green and sustainable buildings, Schindler’s PORT Technology meets today’s environmental challenges by managing the trips made by the 42-storey building’s elevators so that passengers are transported in the most efficient manner possible. Further, the equipment has been designed to use a reduced level of power consistent with the many features it provides. Schindler is committed to advancing PORT Technology to minimize total building energy consumption while ensuring that the energy that is used provides the optimum environment for its tenants.

“Daiichi Properties’ The Finance Centre is strategically located at the heart of BGC and has targeted key and high profile, tenants. In addition, their focus on sustainability and advanced technologies and innovation clearly provide them a competitive edge. With Schindler’s PORT Technology, they have the potential to remove many of the existing constraints on interior layouts, thereby allowing architects greater creative freedom when designing the next generation of buildings. Buildings of the future like The Finance Centre will provide the truly differentiated service level essential to successfully attracting tenants in today’s highly competitive commercial real estate market,” said Peter Schwarer, Managing Director, Jardine Schindler Philippines. 

Daiichi Properties’ The Finance Centre is an award-winning development, earning the Five-Star Best Office Development-Philippines in the 2016-17 Asia Pacific Property Awards. It is also LEED pre-certified Gold and is registered with the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) as an IT ecozone.

Tackle life’s next big adventure with the new Samsung Galaxy S10 : Now available for pre-order with Globe Postpaid ThePLAN

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Some of life’s biggest challenges are best tackled with the right and reliable tools. Whether it’s finally moving out and starting on your own or landing that dream job, having that right amount of support counts. Staying connected too is a top priority and with the right device, you can face everyday head on. 

This is what makes the new Samsung Galaxy S10 the latest must-have! Available for pre-order starting February 22 until March 3, 2019 with Globe Postpaid’s ThePLAN, you can now be one of the first to get this latest device.

The flagship phone series that cemented Samsung as the leader in smartphones, the latest Galaxy device boasts of the next-level infinity display that now allows a more immersive experience. A compact bezel-less design gives the newest smartphone the industry-leading screen-to-body ratio—great for enjoying your favorite movies and shows on Amazon Prime Video and DisneyLife, free for 6 months with ThePLAN. 

Music lovers can enjoy their 3-month subscription to Spotify with ThePLAN on the Galaxy S10’s class-leading stereo speakers while selfie junkies get up to five cameras (three rear plus two front on the S10 Plus) with upgraded HDR 10+ and UHD front camera recording for capturing those picture-perfect life events.

Your files, photos, and videos will also be safer and secure in the new Galaxy S10 which now comes with an on-screen fingerprint sensor for opening and locking the smartphone. All these features, including a wireless power share, power-efficient Snapdragon processors—and Bixby, Samsung’s personal voice assistant—are housed in the familiar IP68 waterproof and dust-proof body.

The Samsung Galaxy S10 powered by Globe Postpaid is the perfect pair that prepares you for your next big adventure. Choose the model that best suits your needs — the 6.1-inch S10, 6.4-inch S10 Plus, or 5.8-inch S10e. Bring home the S10 for only P2,599 (ThePLAN 1499 + P1,100/month cashout)! Special freebies are in store for Globe Postpaid customers who pre-order the S10 from February 22 to March 3, 2019. Globe Postpaid customers who pre-order the S10 with 128GB memory will receive Samsung Galaxy Buds, BT Hand Grip, and Nanofixit Screen Protector. Meanwhile, those who pre-order the S10 Plus with 128GB memory will receive Samsung Galaxy Buds, Duo Wireless Charger, and Nanofixit Screen Protector.

Device Monthly Cashout for Samsung Galaxy S10 (24 months) 

ThePLAN 

S10e 128GB 

S10 128GB 

S10 Plus 128GB 

S10 Plus 1TB 

599 

1,200 

1,500 

1,700 

2,900 

799 

1,150 

1,450 

1,650 

2,850 

999 

1,050 

1,350 

1,550 

2,750 

1299 

950 

1,250 

1,450 

2,650 

1499 

800 

1,100 

1,300 

2,500 

1799 

750 

1,050 

1,250 

2,450 

1999 

650 

950 

1,150 

2,350 

2499 

450 

750 

950 

2,150 

2999 

450 

750 

950 

2,150 

To pre-order, visit globe.com.ph/S10. For recontractingcustomers, call ‎(02) 730-1300. Learn more about Globe Postpaid plans at globe.com.ph/postpaid/theplan. Follow Globe on Facebook or Twitter.