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March 12, 2021

La Union to launch DIGITAL TRAVEL AND TOURISM EXPO

The wave beckons and the mountain calls as La Union sets its gates to once again be unlocked for tourism. As we steadfastly wait for the reopening of our beloved La Union, let us get ourselves prepared as the Provincial Government of La Union (PGLU) through the La Union Provincial Tourism Office (LUPTO) stage the Love La Union Digital Travel and Tourism Expo on March 15 to April 15, 2021.

The Love La Union Digital Travel and Tourism Expo is an online and mobile app platform featuring tourism and travel destinations in the province. It also features limited offers of travel and tour packages which are available for sale and are made especially affordable for the Digital Event.

Various accommodation sales are also up for grabs. It also contains information of various tourism destinations that would make one fall in love with La Union.

To be able to join the Digital Expo, one must download the EXPO PH Mobile App on their mobile phones. The App is available through Google Playstore for Android phones and Appstore for IOS.

After downloading the App, one can search for the Love La Union Digital Travel and Tourism Expo and browse through the wide array of offers. The Digital Event is PGLU’s way of assisting its local tourism stakeholders to help them economically bounce back being one of the most affected sectors of the community due to the CoViD 19 Pandemic. It is expected that the event shall help the revival of the tourism industry in the province where tourists from all over the world can once again create fond memories.

For more information, visit Love La Union official Facebook page or call (242) 5550 to 53 local 286 or telefax number (072) 607 9692.

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Puerto Galera Municipal Hall and other town areas, now GoWiFi zones

GoWiFi continues to expand its base across the country, particularly in high-traffic areas, in line with its efforts to empower more Filipinos by helping them stay connected. In Luzon, Puerto Galera has been recently added to its growing list of hotspots nationwide.

Janis Nathalie L. Racpan, Director of Globe Digital Solutions Group, said, “With GoWiFi, we want to give Filipinos the ability to go online through dependable and accessible internet services whenever they need to leave their homes.”

GoWiFi’s free and paid offerings are now available in the following areas in Puerto Galera:

● Puerto Galera Municipal Building

● Puerto Galera Municipal Gymnasium

● Muelle Bay Cultural Heritage Park Terminal Building

To connect to Free GoWiFi, just open the settings and connect to “@FreeGoWiFi” or @<site>_FreeGoWiFi hotspot, register and select a WiFi offer to start surfing.

Once connected to GoWiFi, users can browse social media, check emails, watch videos, and download files. It is available for users regardless of network provider, and is compatible with any WiFi-enabled device. Users are given free minutes daily of high-speed internet access where GoWiFi is available.

For more information, visit https://www.globe.com.ph/gowifi.html.

Use your GrabPay Card to get a chance to win an iPhone 12

“GrabPay GrabPay Card It and Win Challenge” gives you raffle promos on top of exciting rewards

Whether you are purchasing groceries for the family or simply buying the latest fashion must-haves, there has never been a more ideal time to pay with GrabPay Card, Grab’s digital-first prepaid card! In a recently launched “GrabPay GrabPay Card It and Win” challenge, card users will not only earn GrabRewards points for every transaction they make with the card but also be able to earn up to 10 raffle entries each to win a brand new iPhone 12! The challenge will last for the whole of March 2021.

“Since its launch last year, GrabPay Card has won much interest from local consumers as they find it convenient to use the card to pay for not just Grab services, but also in-stores especially in malls and restaurants. Paying with the Card can earn them GrabReward points - which in turn enable them to redeem from thousands of items,” said Erwin Yamsuan, Country Lead for Grab Financial Group Philippines. “The ‘GrabPay GrabPay Card it and Win’ challenge is our way to make the deal even sweeter for our loyal consumers! Our consumers can get multiple raffle entries for more chances to win an iPhone 12. At the end of the month, we are raffling off 20 iPhone 12s.”

These iPhone units will be raffled in two separate rounds. The first round of raffle will be for March 2-15 and the second round covers March 16 and 31.

MORE TRANSACTIONS, MORE RAFFLE ENTRIES

Launched in 2020, GrabPay Card, the digital-first prepaid card allows Filipinos to enjoy a seamless digital payment experience that’s safe, convenient, and rewarding. Users can earn even more rewards on all their online shopping transactions as well as exclusive perks such as a 3-month free subscription to Spotify Premium for first-time Spotify premium users.

Because of the global acceptance of Mastercard, the GrabPay Card can be used for millions of online merchants worldwide, including favorite online platforms such as Lazada and Shopee or online stores like MetroMart and Boozy.ph. You can also link your GrabPay Card to your iOS App Store or Google Play.

Here’s how Grab users can avail of a GrabPay Card:

Tap the “Payment” icon at the bottom of your Grab home screen.
Ensure you have Activated and fully Upgraded your GrabPay Wallet.
Tap “Get your GrabPay Card now” to access your card details.
Set up your PIN to secure your card
You have activated your digital GrabPay Card!

“We want our consumers to make cashless payments with GrabPay. We plan to roll out more exciting campaigns to help our consumers gain more value as they use the GrabPay Card,” Yamsuan added.

To join the challenge, head on over to your Grab app, click “More” on your home feed and scroll down to Challenges, look for “GrabPay Card It and Win!” and start your journey from there! For more information on GrabPay and to activate your own GrabPay Card today, you may visit https://www.grab.com/ph/pay/grabpaycard/.

15 Best Deals You Can Find at Shopee’s 3.15 Payday Sale

Treat yourself to Shopee’s payday deals and enjoy discounts up to 90% off

Payday is right around the corner, and you know what that means—time to finally treat yourself. After hustling every day and carrying through the long daily grind, an occasional splurge is surely justifiable. You’ve worked hard and you should reap the benefits.

Spend some of that hard-earned cash by indulging in a little online shopping. Now’s the time to finally hit the checkout button on those products that have long been sitting in your cart. Whether they’re new skincare products, home appliances, gadgets, or workout gear, you know you deserve it.

Buy all the products you’ve been eyeing and more at Shopee this March 15. Shopee’s Payday Sale features discounts up to 90% off on beauty products, electronics, and more. Check out some of the best deals below:

Shop new appliances for that long-planned home upgrade

Got old, barely-functioning appliances on their last legs? Upgrade with sturdy new ones that’ll last for years to come. LG Washing Machine and Dryer cleans each load thoroughly, eliminates allergens such as dust mites, and keeps clothes from wrinkling. Use the Deerma Ultra Quiet Vacuum Cleaner, suitable for hardwood, carpet, and tile floors, to keep your house dust-free. Heat all your leftovers with American Home Microwave Oven, which offers a defrost function as well. For family movie nights, CHiQ Smart Ultra HD LED TV features built-in Chromecast and is compatible with top video streaming sites.

Stock up on beauty must-haves and pamper your stressed-out skin

When you look good, you feel good. Treat your skin to some extra loving this payday! L’Oreal Radiance Booster Duo gently exfoliates the skin to remove dead skin cells and gives dry skin a hydrating boost. Before using your makeup brushes and sponges, use the Nippon Dual Purpose Cleaner to remove any makeup residue, dirt, and oil. Lastly, shield your skin from harmful UV rays with Canmake Skin Gel UV and Foundation, which provides lightweight sun protection and sweat- and sebum-resistant coverage.

Grab new gadgets to level up your work (and play)-from-home setup

As life turned digital during the pandemic, gadgets became our constant companions. Looking for additions to your collection? Make tangled cables a thing of the past with Yoobao Wireless Charger, a convenient, portable alternative. For crisp audio quality whether you’re in-game or in a meeting, JBL On-Ear Headphones provides a powerful bass sound and a built-in mic. The Philips Full HD LCD Monitor makes it easy to juggle multiple projects with 4ms response time. Stay in touch with friends, family, and workmates using the Logitech Pro HD Webcam, which has a maximum resolution of 1080p/30fps.

Double up on workout essentials and kickstart your fitness journey

It’s never too late to get in shape! This comfy, single jersey Penshoppe Basic Pocket Tee can take you in and out of the gym. A pair of Adidas Running Shoes, with its mesh, ultra-soft cushioning and cushioned midsole, is the perfect jogging or running companion. Bring your protein smoothies everywhere you go with Klean Kanteen w/ Café Cap, a vacuum-insulated, leak-proof, and food-grade bottle. Don’t forget to keep track of your progress with Amazfit T-Rex Smart Watch, which multitasks as an altimeter, accelerometer, and compass.

Reward yourself with these products for a job well done! Get all these deals and more at Shopee’s 3.15 Payday Sale. For more information, visit https://shopee.ph/m/payday-sale.

Don't forget to shop, buy load, and pay bills with ShopeePay to enjoy discounts and rewards. Enjoy all-day 15% coins cashback, capped at 200 coins, exclusively on March 15! Check out https://shopee.ph/m/shopee-pay for more details.

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

Wise Investments for the post-pandemic world

The pandemic has indeed forced everyone to make wiser financial decisions. People nowadays need to ensure that they make the right investments for the unforeseeable future.

As with any expense though, choosing what to invest in requires some good financial decision-making. Remember that whatever is bought and saved for now should also be useful once this pandemic is finally over. Here’s a quick helpful guide for potential investors:

For your health

Avail of a healthcare insurance package that covers consultation and laboratory fees, and of course, treatment for various conditions. This is especially important now because of the COVID 19 global health emergency. Those insured will continue to reap the benefits giving them peace of mind as well as health security.

All types of home business

2020 was a precarious year as many lost their jobs and source of livelihood due to the pandemic. This is the reason why many have started home businesses, maximizing the use of e-commerce sites and social media just to make ends meet. The good thing with this is, once the home business becomes successful, then that can be another source of income for the family.

A trusty laptop or PC

Since working and schooling from home has become the new norm for most Filipinos, many have started purchasing a laptop or a full PC setup to be able to fulfill their everyday tasks. If maintained well, these gadgets will serve everyone in the household, even when one is not working at home anymore.

An investment in jewelry

Authentic fine jewelry is indeed an investment because of its price but it is also a good asset to have as it appreciates in value over time, and can also be passed down to one’s kids and grandkids.

Availing of these fine jewelry is no longer out of reach as Cebuana Lhuillier Jewelry makes it much easier for Filipinos to invest in it.

Cebuana Lhuillier Jewelry is backed by its 30 years of good reputation for trustworthiness and quality service. Its jewelry pieces have gone through the company’s stringent appraisal process. Every Karat and Carat of these unique heirloom pieces are assessed and valued properly and correctly. A carat is the unit of weight used to measure the size of a gemstone such as a diamond while a karat is the measurement used in indicating the proportion of gold in an alloy out of 24 parts.

Clients who wish to avail of these unique jewelry pieces can drop by at any of Cebuana Lhuillier’s more than 2,500 branches.

Part of the Cebuana Lhuillier Jewelry ecosystem is Cebuana Lhuillier Jewelry Online which harnesses the convenience of shopping for beautiful pieces at your fingertips.

The brand has also unveiled Cebuana Lhuillier Jewelry Premium, perfect for the timeless Filipina of impeccable taste. These pieces bring authenticity, uniqueness, and value for money.