December 12, 2022
Ultimate Guide to Maya's #1212MoneyDay
December 11, 2022
#KumuKringle: Win prizes from Globe, Bench, Andok’s, and more through the app
Winner, Winner, Litson Dinner
This season’s Kumu campaigns are made even more spectacular, thanks to participating partners like Globe, Bench, and Andok’s. From gift certificates to food to shopping experiences available to win throughout the overlapping campaigns, Kumu has you covered starting December 5 until the end of the month. Campaigns will be giving out the following prizes to multiple winners:
● December 5 to 11: 270 bottles of SelvaRey White Rum, including a special SelvaRey bottle signed by Bruno Mars
● December 9 to 15: Php 550,000 worth of Globe Prepaid Call Cards
● December 15 to 21: Php 200,000 worth of Andok’s Litson Baka gift certificates, and an exclusive live streaming session with brand ambassador Piolo Pascual
● December 12 to 18: Php 377,000 worth of ShopSM e-vouchers
● December 18 to 24: Php 380,000 of Share Treats e-vouchers from Gcash, Maya, SM, Puregold & Lazada
● December 21 to 27: Php 270,000 worth of gift certificates for all Bench brands, with a special shopping and makeover experience with a friend and a hangout session with Vivoree
● December 26 to 31: A mega hall of surprise prizes
On top of their campaign, Globe Hapag Movement is also working with Kumu to hold a benefit concert streamed on the @kumunitystage channel on December 21, 7pm. The concert will feature homegrown Kumu talents, Globe Generation G contestants, and Kumunity Heroes. All diamonds raised will be donated to the Globe Hapag Movement with efforts to help alleviate hunger in the Philippines.
In between the campaigns, app users also stand to win a box of season-exclusive Kumu merch (December 15 to 19), a chance to support a charity of their choice (December 16 to 21), prizes to share with their own gifters (December 19 to 26), and a home appliance haul (December 20 to 25); balikbayans can win a round-trip flight from USA, Canada, or the Middle East to the Philippines, complete with hotel stay (December 24 to 30).
What is a Kumu campaign?
Campaigns are contests held within the Kumu app for all users; different prizes are up for grabs every time. The rules of a campaign are simple: Pick your desired campaign to join, then go live and stream on Kumu to earn as many virtual gifts for that particular campaign as possible. At the end of the campaign period, the streamers with the highest diamond count from the campaign’s virtual gifts win the top prizes.
Campaigns are not only your chance at winning once-in-a-lifetime experiences and unbelievable rewards, but also a great avenue for making new connections around the world. New to Kumu? They’re still excited to have you! Download the app now through the App Store or Google Play, and click on the Campaigns tab, or click here to learn more about campaigns, how to join them, and how to earn the coveted diamonds. Great things await you!
Hosting on Airbnb gains momentum in the Philippines amidst growing appetite for travel
● New
Airbnb survey shows that over half of all FIlipinos polled are interested in
becoming Airbnb Hosts to take advantage of the new appetite for travel
● Filipinos are embracing flexible travel, with 65 percent saying they are now more flexible with their holiday type and travel dates
Around the world, Airbnb has seen strong growth rates of new Hosts, especially in countries with high inflation rates. Notably, 77 percent of Filipinos polled said they were looking for ways to offset rising costs of living. The survey also shows that desire for travel remains high, with over a quarter of respondents saying that they will continue to find ways to travel even if general costs of living rise.
In a trend that started since the pandemic, millions are now enjoying their newfound freedom to live and work anywhere. Notably, 65 percent of Filipinos polled said that they are now more flexible in terms of their type of holidays and time of travel. Notably, of those who plan to travel within the next year, 1 in 4 Filipinos said they plan to travel without set dates.
● Almost
half indicated they are likely to travel if they can find accommodation that
makes longer stays easy and comfortable
● 35%
pointed to destinations offering unique styles of accommodations
● 25% prioritised access to amenities that make it easy to combine remote work with travel, such as a dedicated workspace and a fast, reliable internet connection
This growing appetite for travel among Filipinos puts homeowners in a unique position to take advantage of the Airbnb Setup, the all-new easy way to Airbnb one’s home which was announced early this month. In Q3, Pasay ranked as the #1 trending domestic destination for Filipino guests on Airbnb, followed by El Nido, Cebu City, Paranaque, and Iloilo City.**
Amanpreet Bajaj, Airbnb’s General Manager for Southeast Asia, India, Hong Kong and Taiwan, said the fundamental shifts towards long-term stays and flexible travel point to the increasingly important role that short-term accommodations (STRA) like Airbnb play in the new era of travel.
“This growing appetite for travel is a positive
sign as tourism recovery gathers pace. More keenly, this is an opportune moment
for aspiring Filipino entrepreneurs to Airbnb their homes and earn additional
income to mitigate rising living costs or support their travels,” he added.
* Online
survey of 1063 respondents in the Philippines commissioned by Airbnb and
conducted by YouGov between 6-12 October 2022
** Based on increase in searches of destinations
(minimum 1,000) in Q3 2021
UNIQLO Gifts for All: Give the Feeling of Warmth With the Perfect Gift This 12.12 Sale
Japanese global apparel retailer UNIQLO is continuing the celebration of the Christmas season with its 12.12 mega sale. From December 9 to 15, customers can enjoy exclusive offers and novelty items that are perfect for gifting this Christmas.
EXCLUSIVE
12.12 OFFERS
Customers can complete their holiday shopping for their loved ones and for themselves with these special offers. These are available in all stores and at UNIQLO.com from December 9 to 15:
The Chino Shorts have a distinctive texture, thanks to a finely-brushed cotton twill fabric with a special dye and wash process. The result is a pair of casual shorts that are comfortable and soft to the touch. It features a moderately loose-fitting cut and an above-the-knee length.
Now available at Php 790.00 from Php 990.00
Men’s Open Collar Short Sleeve Shirt
The loose-fitting cut and supple texture give a
relaxed look. UNIQLO updated the shirt with a dropped shoulder and a modern
cut. The retailer also added a chest pocket in response to customer feedback.
This shirt can be worn on its own or as a light outer layer.
Now
available at Php 790.00 from Php 990.00
The Paris design team, led by artistic director Christophe Lemaire, created a new collection of LifeWear using innovative fabrics and modern designs. Part of its collection is the high-quality Crew Neck Short Sleeve T-Shirt, which comes in a stylish cut. UNIQLO updated the t-shirt with new colors to elevate one’s style, perfect for the friend who loves to wear colors.
Now available at Php 790.00 from Php 990.00
Men’s Blocktech Parka
This parka has UNIQLO’s high-performance BLOCKTECH
fabric that keeps the elements out and lets moisture escape. It is also made
with a moisture-permeable, water-resistant, durable water-repellent coating for
light rain, and windproof high-performance material, making it the perfect gift
for the loved one who loves to travel to various countries.
Now available at Php 2,990.00 from
Php 3,490.00
The high-rise design of these pants creates a superb
leg-flattering effect. These also come with DRY technology that wicks moisture
away from the skin and dries it quickly. Women who are on-the-go can pair this
with a wide range of tops, from cropped pieces to tucked-in shirts.
Now
available at Php 990.00 from Php 1,290.00
The smooth texture of rayon fabric meets the cool
feel of linen. With these two features combined, this shirt has a sophisticated
texture and a fresh feel. It is also complemented by a breezy open-collar
design and a boxy cut. Women can wear this for their upcoming road trips this
Holiday season, on its own or as a light outer layer.
Now available at Php 990.00 from
Php 1,290.00
Women’s Crew Neck Long Sleeve Sweatshirt
UNIQLO listened to customer feedback and updated the
sweatshirt with a new 100% cotton-lined sweat fabric with a puffy feel. The
relaxed cut and length are on-trend yet simple and versatile. Its ribbed cuffs
make it easy to roll up the sleeves, giving a casual style that can be styled
up or down for the family member who is on top of the Holiday activities.
Now available at Php 990.00 from
Php 1,490.00
Made with jersey fabric with a woven look, this
jacket is light, comfortable, and has a sleek look making it perfect for the
Holiday OOTDs. The short length and boxy silhouette pair well with high-waisted
bottoms and the sleeves are roomy enough to slip on easily over an inner layer.
Now available at Php 1,490.00 from
Php 1,990.00
NOVELTY
ITEMS
As a special treat on December 9 to 11, Online Store
customers with a PHP 3,500 single receipt will receive one free UNIQLO cable
organizer.
GIFTING
SERVICE
Customers shopping for gifts may skip waiting in line at the cashier with the UNIQLO Gift Service where customers can order online and have it shipped directly to loved ones as gifts. This service comes with a special gift bag and a customizable message card. Shoppers must simply add the items to their cart on the online store or app, select the ‘Gift option,’ choose the bag size, and fill out the message card. If customers want individual packing, they must place separate orders for each product.
Additionally, an Online Gift Service booth will be mounted in select UNIQLO branches to guide shoppers with their purchases. The service is available until December 25, 2022 in UNIQLO Manila Global Flagship Store starting December 9, UNIQLO SM Megamall starting December 9, UNIQLO SM North Edsa starting December 18, UNIQLO Nuvali and UNIQLO Westgate starting December 11.
For more updates, please visit UNIQLO Philippines’ website at uniqlo.com/ph. You can also download the UNIQLO APP via Google Play Store or Apple Store to experience the benefits of UNIQLO shopping anytime and anywhere, including the click and collect and self-checking of inventory features.
Follow UNIQLO Philippines’ social media accounts,
Facebook (facebook.com/uniqlo.ph), Twitter (twitter.com/uniqloph), and
Instagram (instagram.com/uniqlophofficial).