TPB named Most Improved GOCC in Governance Awards

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The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines was recognized as one of the Most Improved Government-Owned and Controlled Corporations (GOCCs) during the inaugural Governance Awards Ceremony hosted by the Governance Commission for GOCCs (GCG) held at the PICC Complex yesterday, November 20.

At the Governance Awards in PICC Complex. TPB COO Maria Margarita Montemayor Nograles received the award for the Most Improved Government-Owned and Controlled Corporation (GOCC).

The GCG lauded TPB’s significant strides in its corporate performance; registering a validated performance scorecard rating of 94.90% for 2022 which covers key performance indicators in its marketing operations, customer service, finance management, internal process, learning and growth, and stakeholder relations.

TPB Chief Operating Officer Maria Margarita Montemayor Nograles expressed her gratitude upon receiving the accolade, “This award signifies a monumental milestone in our journey, a testament to the steadfast commitment of TPB to delivering exceptional service and elevating its operations and services in heralding the Filipino brand of service.”

The recognition underscores TPB’s dedication to transparency, efficiency and continuous enhancement in its operations. Aside from this award, the TPB has earned multiple recognitions including Best NTO Award at the TTG Travel Awards, National Tourism Initiative of the Year for PHITEX 2022 at the 2023 GOV Media Awards, and named Sustainability Leader of the Year for the second year in a row by Tripzilla.

The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines was recognized as one of the Most Improved Government-Owned and Controlled Corporations (GOCCs) by the Governance Commission for GOCCs (GCG) at the Governance Awards Ceremony at the PICC Complex.

The award comes on the heels of record-breaking sales for several trade fairs in the Philippines and abroad, the release of the Travel Philippines app, and mounting, supporting or participating in over 200 events, tours, programs and business missions locally and internationally.

The GCG is the central advisory, oversight and monitoring agency of all government owned and controlled corporations in the Philippines under Republic Act 10149 otherwise known as the GOCC Governance Act of 2011. This is the very first Governance Awards Ceremony, which aimed to recognize exemplary practices and outstanding performance rating among GOCCs.

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About the Tourism Promotions Board Philippines

The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines is the marketing and promotions arm of the Department of Tourism, whose mandate is to promote the Philippines, domestically and internationally, as a leisure, MICE and investment destination. The agency fulfills its mandate through organizing, participating or supporting tourism consumer or trade events; expanding media partnerships and advertising; continuing content development and distribution programs; creating thematic and strategic consumer activations domestically and abroad; facilitating familiarization tours for buyers, location scouts, and diplomatic corps members; and engaging its TPB membership program.

It’s Christmas at Robinsons Department Store: Shop the perfect gift for you and your loved ones

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Treat yourself and your loved ones with the right gift from its Holiday Collection

The holidays are all about treating our loved ones and ourselves. As Christmas nears, many have started ticking off items on their gift shopping lists, making sure that they find the perfect presents. These can range from stylish clothing and shoes to useful home items.

In the spirit of bringing joy to all, Robinsons Department Store opened its doors for holiday shopping with its Holiday Collection. It offers a diverse range of products for thoughtful gifting and personal indulgence. You can enjoy exclusive promos at all Robinsons Department Store branches nationwide, as well as its online marketplaces in GoCart, LazMall, and Shopee.

The promo includes up to 70% off on select items and 0% interest when you shop using any major credit card. You also have a chance to earn a raffle entry for a chance to win flight tickets to select international and domestic destinations, or win P5,000 GoRewards points when they spend a minimum of P3,500.

If you’re drawing a blank on what to give to your loved ones or get yourself for Christmas, here are some ideas from Robinsons Department Store’s Holiday Collection:

Dress to impress

From Christmas parties to hallmark holidays throughout the year, it’s important to have a nice outfit on hand. Robinsons Department Store’s Holiday Collection has pieces for ladies, men, and kids they can rock on any occasion.

The ladies line has a wide selection of dresses and tops for every style preference. If you’re looking for a printed ensemble, you can cop the deep blue Stella Jacquard Top (P849) and Skirt (P949) set paired with the elegant Stella Accessories Mini Handbag (P499). For a more elegant piece, you can opt for the Stella Silk Sleeveless Dress with Drape (P1,300). Accessorize it with a pair of Stella Accessories Dangling Earrings (P299) and Kimbel Silver Clutch (P899.75).

For the men, there’s also a diverse range of formal suits, like the Executive Formal Suit (P2,399) and Formal Slacks (P1,199) with the Executive Printed Woven Polo Short Sleeves Shirt (P549). There are also more casual-looking suit options, the Executive Extra Fine Cotton Long Sleeves Shirt (P899), Executive Formal Slacks (P1,199), and Gallardo Casual Shoes Izak (P999).

Of course, we want our kids to look and feel their best as well. Let your girls feel like a real-life Barbie with the baby pink Barbie Halter Dress (P2,499) and Bella Two-Strap Format Sandals (P699). Make your boys feel sleek with outfits like the Hammerhead Long Sleeves (P625.75), Hammerhead Vest (P359.75), Byloz Pants (P1,299.75), and Air Balance Rubber Shoes (P1,699).

Take beauty to the next level

Feel confident on any occasion, and stock up on makeup and skincare products from Robinsons Department Store. Sport beautiful red lips at Christmas parties with Revlon Colorstay Overtime (P625) and Maybelline Super Stay (P399). Give your skin some love with skincare picks like the 3HA Clear Soothing Mist (P599) Y.O.U Acneplus AHA BHA PHA Daily Essence (P439).

If you’re looking for the perfect everyday scent, shop premium picks, like Valentino’s Born in Roma Donna Coral Fantasy Women (P10,500) and Calvin Klein Eternity for Men Eau de Toilette (P5,698).

Fun travels with the right stuff

If you and your loved ones are planning a trip soon, Robinsons Department Store has you covered with travel essentials. For suitcases, the durable TUNKR Hardcase 8-wheels (P5,500 for Medium, P5,000 for Small) can keep your clothing and other valuables safe. Other essentials include the Stella Essentials Studded Tumbler (P349) to keep you hydrated and the Workshop Packable Parkas (P449) to keep you dry if it rains.

Chef in practice

Cook up your favorite meals and give your loved ones new cookware with Robinsons Department Store’s line of kitchen items. Get a skillet set from General Store (P2,049) for every kind of dish. You can also make cooking quicker and easier with a Russel Hobbs Airfryer (P9,995).

Add a holiday touch to your Christmas spread with the Martha Stewart 16pcs Dinner Set in Ralston Blue (P1,099.75), Printed Mugs (P169) for your hot cocoa, and the Gibson Cookie Jar (P899) in the shape of Santa’s head to store your sweet bites.

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With Robinsons Department Store’s Holiday Collection, you can ensure that you and your loved ones will have a joyful Christmas with its diverse range of products. Don’t miss out on this collection’s promos to get the best deal.

Browse the Holiday Collection’s e-catalogue for the full “Fantastical Christmas” collection here. For more information, check the official Robonson’s Department Store social media platforms, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok.

International Hit Show “The Simon And Garfunkel Story” Heading To Manila

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Following SOLD-OUT performances in London’s West End, a Worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story continues to stun audiences across the globe, making it a must-see international sensation. This show is currently the biggest and the most successful theatre show celebrating the lives and career of Folk/Rock sensation Simon and Garfunkel. 

Featuring a cast of talented West End actor-musicians, their performance will take audiences back through the Groovy times of the 1960s. It tells the story of both Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel from their humble beginnings as Rock n Roll duo 'Tom and Jerry', right through to their massive success and dramatic break-up, and finishing with a stunning recreation of the 1981 Central Park reformation concert.

Using a huge projection screen, the show features 1960’s photos and film footage whilst a full live band performs all their hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Homeward Bound, Sound of Silence, and many more!

With every performance, from Sydney to Seattle leading to a standing ovation, this is an evening not to be missed!

The Simon & Garfunkel Story will perform at The Theatre at Solaire, Paranaque City, Metro Manila on Saturday 2^nd March 2024. 8pm

“FOR ONCE, YOU CAN REALLY BELIEVE THE HYPE” - British Theatre Guide 

“AS CLOSE TO THE REAL THING AS IT’S POSSIBLE TO GET” - The Daily Express 

“A NOSTALGIA FEST” - Mail On Sunday

“AMAZING” - Elaine Paige, BBC Radio 2 

“AUTHENTIC AND EXCITING” - The Stage

“A REAL TREAT” - The Metro

“SPINE TINGLING HARMONIES” - The Daily Record

 

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ABOUT THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY:

Presented by Concert Republic, The Simon & Garfunkel Story will perform at The Theatre at Solaire, Paranaque City, Metro Manila on Saturday 2^nd March 2024, 8pm.

Ticket sales for The Simon & Garfunkel Story are available from all Ticket World outlets and Online

Saturday 2^nd March 2024, The Theatre at Solaire, Paranaque City, Metro Manila

Ticket prices;

PLATINUM - Reserved Seating – 6,350 Peso

SVIP - Reserved Seating – 5,350 Peso

VIP - Reserved Seating – 4,350 Peso

GOLD - Reserved Seating – 3,350 Peso

SILVER - Reserved Seating – 2,350 Peso

BRONZE - Reserved Seating – 1,350 Peso

* Exclusive of ticket service charge

Tickets are available via Ticketworld outlets or book online.

Ticketworld Hotline numbers

Mobile Phone Globe: 0917-550-6997

Smart Mobile Phone: 0999-954-5922

Download The Simon & Garfunkel Story hi-res image here

For more information:

www.concertrepublic.com or /@concertrepublic on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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Sweet & Savory Treats for the holidays from Eastwood Richmonde Hotel

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Eastwood Richmonde Hotel’s 2023 collection of holiday goodies

The season for yummy pleasures and delectable delights is here and Eastwood Richmonde Hotel’s kitchen team has created an assortment of lip-smacking baked goodies and holiday-flavored hams to add to the Christmas feasts and to gift to family and friends.

Certified all-time bestsellers, Richmonde’s signature pastries make great snacks, desserts, and stocking stuffers! The oversized classic ensaymada (PhP 215/pc) and ube ensaymada (PhP 245/pc) give the perfect touch and taste of nostalgia with their soft bread, whipped butter, and overflowing cheese toppings. 

Richmonde’s Signature Ensaymadas in mini versions and holiday flavors of quezo de bola & tablea.

For servings that are easier to share, there are mini ensaymadas in boxes of 6 (plain, PhP 245; ube, PhP 275) and boxes of 12 (plain, PhP 490; ube. PhP 550). Not to be missed are this year’s special Christmas variants—quezo de bola ensaymada (PhP 295/pc) and tablea ensaymada (PhP 395/pc). Another favorite is the super moist but not so sweet Richmonde chocolate cake which comes in 4” (PhP 255) and 8” (PhP 765) sizes.

Hazelnut Tiramisu & Strawberry Matcha Log Cakes 

For the sweet tooth with a penchant for cakes, the strawberry matcha log cake (PhP 755), hazelnut tiramisu log cake (PhP 975), and milk chocolate pound cake (PhP 685) will be a welcome addition to the dessert items at the dinner table. Warm, freshly baked breads, on the other hand, make the perfect coffee pairing especially during cool December mornings and after dinner feasts. Specialty bread selections include chocolate chip banana bread (PhP 245), banana oat crumble loaf (PhP 395), and lemon loaf (PhP 645).

Christmas Cookies in Boxes of 3

Cookies are easy gifts for anyone who likes bites of textured, doughy goodness. Among the cookie flavors to choose from which come in boxes of 3 are green tea matcha (PhP 295), milk chocolate (PhP 275), milk chocolate macadamia (PhP 315), and triple chocolate (PhP 255). There are also cookie nibblers for a sweet, snacky treat: black sesame butter nibblers (PhP 195/pack of 10) and sesame tuile (PhP 245/jar).

Holiday hams for Christmas feasts. (L-R) Muscovado Ham, Beef Pastrami, Smoked Pork Ham & Chicken Cured Ham

Other enticing and edible gift ideas from Richmonde include caramelized walnuts (PhP 485/jar), caramelized cashews (PhP 455/jar), and boxed white chocolate and dark chocolate pralines (from PhP 215). For loved ones and business contacts who have everything, make Christmas shopping a breeze and order Eastwood Richmonde’s Holiday Hampers of scrumptious delights with prices starting at only PhP 1,000.

Eastwood Richmonde makes serving traditional Christmas ham at home so easy with its takeaway selections. Order the 1.5kg muscovado ham (PhP 2,225), the 1.5kg smoked pork ham (PhP 2,355), the 1.2kg chicken cured ham (PhP 1,675), the 1.2kg Beef Pastrami (PhP 2,995), or the 300g sliced muscovado ham (PhP 575) and let the family relish their rich, sweet, and smoky tastes and savor some old-fashioned holiday feels with every bite.

Holiday hams for Christmas feasts. (L-R) Muscovado Ham, Beef Pastrami, Smoked Pork Ham & Chicken Cured Ham

Eastwood Richmonde Hotel’s holiday goodies are on display at the Lobby Lounge and are available for pickup and delivery within Metro Manila until January 7, 2024. A minimum lead time of 48 hours is required. Bulk orders for personal or corporate giveaways accepted. For orders and inquiries, call +632 8570 7777 or +63 917 821 0333. For deliveries, applicable fees will be charged and added to the total amount due. Other terms and conditions apply.

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Eastwood Richmonde Hotel is the second Richmonde property under the Megaworld Hotels and Resorts group of the Philippines’ premier real estate company, Megaworld Corporation. It is located within the pioneering mixed-use township of Eastwood City and caters to the hotel room and banquet venue requirements of corporate offices and residents within the vicinity and around Metro Manila. For more information on Eastwood Richmonde Hotel, log on to www.eastwoodrichmondehotel.com.ph and for the latest news on the hotel, follow @EastwoodRichmondeHotel on Facebook and Instagram.

Jingle all the way to savings, cop the latest iPhone 15 with Home Credit’s 0% deal

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It’s the season to be techy, fa-la-la-la-la! Get ready to add some jolly to your holiday with iPhone 15. And yes, it's not just another smartphone; it's your passport to a world of digital fun and entertainment[KL(1] . From dazzling specs to a generous serving of storage options, the iPhone 15 is a delightful gift for yourself or your loved ones this holiday season.

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Enjoy 6-,9-, 12-month installment options with 0% interest now

when you avail of this amazing device this holiday season

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What's more, you can now enjoy a special 0% interest offer and flexible installment payment on this amazing device when you purchase one in Power Mac Center and The Loop stores. Thanks to Home Credit, the country’s leading consumer finance company, you can make your holiday a Christmas tech-tacular one when you get your hands on this latest gadget with an iPhone loan!

 

Check out iPhone 15’s incredible features here:

 

Tech That's a Ho-Ho-Whole Lot of Fun!

No matter which storage variant you choose, the iPhone 15 promises nonstop fun. Powered by Apple's A15 Bionic chip, this phone offers speeds that Santa's sleigh would envy. It's your go-to device for high-speed gaming, seamless multitasking and impressive power efficiency. With the iPhone 15, you'll be dashing through your tasks with ease and spreading the joy of tech this holiday season!

 

Dazzling Display

Prepare to be dazzled by the iPhone 15's Super Retina XDR display. It's like unwrapping a present every time you use your phone. The 6.1-inch OLED screen treats your eyes to a visual feast with its vibrant colors, deep blacks and incredible brightness. Whether you're binge-watching holiday movies or video chatting with loved ones, the iPhone 15's display adds a touch of magic to every moment.

 

Say Cheese!

Ah, the iPhone 15's advanced dual-camera system is the real star of the holiday show, delivering picture-perfect moments that will light up your season. With a 48MP Main camera at the helm, equipped with a 26mm lens, ƒ/1.6 aperture, sensor-shift optical image stabilization, and support for super-high-resolution photos, you can capture the tiniest details of your festive decorations in all their glory.

 

The 12MP Ultra Wide camera with a 13mm lens and a 120 degree field of view allows you to snap up those epic group photos without anyone being left out. The night mode and deep fusion features ensure that your photos are Instagram-worthy, no matter how dim the lighting. Say cheese, and say it again, because your holiday memories are about to shine!

 

Storage Galore

With the iPhone 15, you can choose from three storage variants: 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB. It's like having a Christmas stocking that never runs out of space. So, snap all the holiday pics, store your favorite festive playlists, and download those addictive holiday-themed games. With the 512GB variant, you can hoard all the holiday joy your heart desires.

 

Party Time with 0% Interest Offer via Home Credit!

But the fun doesn't stop there! Home Credit is turning your holiday season into a tech-tastic fiesta.

 

How? With their 0% interest offer, you can surely unbox the iPhone 15 without breaking a sweat. Just choose from 6-, 9-, or 12-month installment plans[KL(2] . No extra interest means more money to spend on festive celebrations. It's the ultimate gift to yourself this holiday season!

 

To know more about the latest updates from Home Credit Philippines, visit its official website, www.homecredit.ph. You may also follow its official Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok accounts. Customers are also encouraged to download the My Home Credit App on Google Play to learn more about the latest promos and see what’s new in the Shopping Mall Philippines. 

 

Home Credit Philippines is a financing company duly licensed and supervised by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).

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 [KL(1]How to say better that: "passport to a world of tech-driven fun and entertainment"

 [KL(2]Kindly verify tenor of this. Just 12 months?