May 5, 2014

Five Foreign airlines moving to NAIA 3 in Aug

Five foreign airlines are scheduled to transfer their operations to the Ninoy Aquino International Airport terminal 3 (NAIA3) in August, the Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) said.

This is upon the completion of the ongoing P1.9 billion retrofitting and rehabilitation project. DOTC undersecretary Jose Perpetuo Lotilla said foreign airlines expected to move to NAIA3 in August include Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, KLM, and Delta Airlines.

With the transfer of five foreign airlines, he said the number of foreign airlines operating in NAIA3 would increase to six as All Nippon Airways (ANA) is already operating in the terminal.

“They (airlines) have to do a lot of things such as construction of lounges and offices. I think they will transfer around August,” he stressed.

Lotilla revealed that the P1.9 billion rehabilitation of NAIA3 being undertaken by the Takenaka Corp. of Japan is already 62 percent complete.

The project is expected to be completed in July ahead of the August schedule, as he said.

The rehabilitation works at NAIA3 include baggage handling, flight information displays, computer terminals, gate coordination, and fire protection systems, among others to allow a faster and more pleasant experience for passengers flying in and out of Manila.

The objective of the rehabilitation of both NAIA1 and NAIA3 is to bring NAIA1 back to its design capacity of around four to 4.5 million from the current eight million.

“We will be reducing the number of users of NAIA1 from the present eight million so it will now be back to its rated capacity of 4.5 million,” Lotilla said.

He added that the P1.3 billion rehabilitation of NAIA1 being undertaken by construction giant DM Consunji Inc. (DMCI) is expected to be completed as scheduled in January next year in time for the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit.
Based on latest data from the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA), the number of domestic and international passengers increased 3.1 percent to 32.865 million last year from 31.877 million in 2012.
The number of arriving and departing domestic passengers at NAIA slipped slightly to 17.689 million from 17.738 million due to several flight cancellations due to weather disturbances led by Super Typhoon Yolanda that battered provinces in the Visayas last Nov. 8.
On the other hand, international passenger traffic reached 15.176 million last year or 7.3 percent higher compared to 14.14 million in 2012 as the number of international flights increased 9.9 percent to 87,629 from 79,685.
Wall St. Cheat Sheet, a United States financial media company, has ranked NAIA eighth among the 10 Worst Airports in the World, citing overcapacity issues in terminals 1 and 3.
According to the report posted online, the 10 worst airports are known for their “smelly bathrooms, long lines and rude staff.” It described NAIA’s terminals 1 and 3 as “particularly crammed.”
The DOTC is looking at putting into operation a new international airport by 2027 with the joint development of NAIA in Manila and the Clark International Airport in Pampanga as a study by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) showed that the number of passengers in Greater Capital Region would hit 106.7 million by 2040 from 31.88 million in 2012.

May 4, 2014

"In Pursuit of a Dream" by Al Gatmaitan, set on May 13 and 23

"In Pursuit of a Dream" is by Al Gatmaitan, one of the country’s topnotch tenors was quietly working on a dream project to further hone his craft as a theater actor.

Every artist have dreams to pursue, but it is how one conquers those dreams that make a difference.

Embarking on a major decision to widen Al Gatmaitan’s horizons, and to further advance his studies, he passed a rigorous audition process and was selected to be part of the New York University Steinhardt School for Music and Performing Arts Professions this coming June. 

But before he takes a bite of the Big Apple, catch AL GATMAITAN: IN PURSUIT OF A DREAM – a special fund raising concert presented by The Philippine Opera Company and Grupo Reposo, in collaboration with LRI Design Plaza set on May 14 and 23, 2014. With Karl Estudillo, collaborative pianist, directed by Will Fredo. 

The concert on May 14, 2014 (7:30 p.m.), will be at The Opera Haus located at 3657 Bautista Street, Brgy. Palanan, Makati. Special guest artists include: TV, film and stage actress Ms. Ayen Munji-Laurel, Sopranos Karla Gutierrez, Gabri Panlilio, and Janine Santos; Tenor Nazer Salcedo, Baritone Lawrence Jatayna and Mezzo Soprano Clarissa Ocampo.

The concert on May 23, 2014 (7:30 p.m.), will be at LRI Design Plaza located at 210 Nicanor Garcia St., Brgy. Bel Air II, Makati. Special guest artists include: Soprano Gabri Panlilio, Mezzo Soprano Clarissa Ocampo, Soprano and stage actress Tricia Amper-Jimenez, Film, Tv and stage actress Liza Dino, Singer and songwriter Aiza Seguerra, and World renowned concert pianist Raul Sunico.

AL GATMAITAN has trained at the UP College of Music Major in Voice and experiences in acting from various theatre groups such as Dulaang UP, UP Playwrights, Trumpets, Spazio Teatro and Teatro Calabria in Italy and PETA(Philippine Educational Theatre Association) where he started his career, honed him to be what he is today. 

His three years of stay in Italy for language studies, bonded with rigid vocal and acting training from highly renowned masters of the arts in full bright scholarships proved that these people believe in what he can do. He has been part of several telenovelas in ABS-CBN, appeared for the highly-acclaimed movie musicale, Emir, and the Mistress for Star Cinema. His first major film under HUBO Productions, In Nomine Matris (In The Name of The Mother) was part of the Metro Manila Film Festival 2012 under the New Wave Category. 

In theatre productions, AL played the Tenor for Philippine Opera Company's Master Class and he has been part of the successful runs of Ang Bagong Harana under the direction of Mr. Floy Quintos. He covered as Roger Davis for Nine Works Theatrical Production of Rent, he collaborated with Tanghalang Pilipino for Banaag at Sikat (under Ms. Jose Estrella) and Noli Me Tangere 2011 (under Mr. Audie Gemora) where he was nominated as Best Male Featured in a Musicale for PhilStage's Gawad Buhay Awards. And he has been nominated twice in Aliw Awards for Best New Male Classical Performer and Best Actor in a Musicale. Last 2013, he played Kuya Boy for Bit by Bit's production "Maxie the Musicale."

A diverse repertoire of songs such as: “EMPIRE STATE OF MIND” (from Alicia Keys – “The Element of Freedom" by Janet Sewell, Angela Hunte, Shawn Carter, Sylvia Robinson, Burt Keyes, Alicia Keys and Alexander Shuckburgh); UNA FURTIVA LAGRIMA (from L’Elisir d’amore (Gaetano Donizetti); LAMENTO DI FEDERICO ("È la solita storia del pastore" from L’Arlesiana by Francesco Cilea); WHEELS OF A DREAM (from "Ragtime" Wheels of A Dream by Stephen Flaherty; Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens); ALL I ASK OF YOU (from The Phantom of the Opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber); NASAAN KA IROG (Nicanor Abelardo, Arranged by Ryan Cayabyab); ANG PAG-IBIG MO (Leopoldo Silos); I BELIEVE (Words and Music by Eric Levi), and much more will be performed. 

Ticket price is Php 1,000.00. 
For inquiries, please call telephone numbers 8229609, 0917-8072223 and 0917-5224183.

May 3, 2014

Mother’s Day Special at Solaire

Celebrate Mothers with special ways always.  Being a mother pays nothing, it is a 24 hour a day role that carries on demanding love and attention for a whole lifetime.  Just one day a year: Mother’s Day, isn’t enough to thank the woman whose love we can always rely on.

Gladly to know, that this time, Solaire has thought of the best for the special women in our lives.

From the special discounted rates in the ultimate family staycation to the exquisite set menus in our fine dining establishments, we’ve made sure that this will be one unforgettable Mother’s Day.

Choose from discounted room packages and dinner set menu.










Bring the entire family this ‘Mother’s Day weekend’ and stay in one of our luxurious suites with discounted rates. Under the Summer Family Getaway packages, our rooms go as low as PhP6,000++ for Deluxe Room Cityview and PhP7,000++ for the Deluxe Room Bayview. The special rates are also available in Grand Deluxe Cityview (PhP8,000++), Grand Deluxe Bayview (PhP9,000++) and 2-Bay Suite (PhP12,000).

Our amazing staycation packages come with an impeccable buffet breakfast for two adults and two kids age 6 years and below. For kids who are 7 to 12 years old, we offer a 50% dining discount. Your stay also includes a free use of the swimming pool and the fitness center. To test your luck, the package comes with PhP500 worth of gaming credits. 
Finestra Pasta Carbonara

If you opt to celebrate mom’s special day with a lavish dinner, we have prepared delectable set menus in Fresh, Yakumi, Finestra, Red Lantern and Strip. 

Everyone in the family can enjoy our mini pizza creation of the day (Roasted Branzino in potato crust, Versuvio tomatoes, white wine and Gamberoni), Pasta Carbonara in rich and creamy sauce with pancetta bacon, Limon Cello lemon and Chicken Parmigiano at our Italian restaurant Finestra. 
Red Lantern's Steamed sliced fish with tofu in black bean sauce

For the lovers of Japanese cuisine, meanwhile, we offer a special menu that includes Gyuniku Tataki (Seared beef strip loin with onion dressing and micro herbs), Yakumi Sushi and sashimi sampler, Lobster mini soup, Ebi tempura, Chilean Seabass teriyaki and Steamed Japanese style egg custard with foie gras.
Yakumi Chawanmushi
Red Lantern also offers a sumptuous set menu for those who prefer Chinese dishes. The family can feast on Hand rolled Beijing duck, Pumpkin soup with seafood and white fungus, Deep fried crispy shrimps with sweet mayonnaise, Wok fried prime beef black pepper sauce, Steamed sliced fish with Tofu in black bean sauce, the seasons best vegetables with oyster sauce, and Braised noodles with spring onions and ginger sesame oil. 
Strip Seared Tuna

Steak house Strip also offers a Mother’s Day menu consisting of Green Pea sphere and crisp ham; Tomato salad dried olive oil and goat’s cheese; Foie gras crumble mousse with candied fruit and nut; Seared tuna blood orange sponge, watermelon and labuyo chili crust; Pork belly beer braised and tomato relish; Smoked Angus beef and Caramel Sand torch banana. 

All of our set menus are priced at PhP1,900 and all come with the Solaire Mother’s Day creation, the Caramel cheesecake with red berries and white chocolate silk. If you want to go all – out however, our buffet outlet Fresh is ready with Lechon (Charcoal grilled suckling pig), Roasted prime rib of ‘Gold Label’ prime beef, Brioche baked whole salmon Coulibiac, seafood delights and a long list of desserts which include tarts, cupcakes, cookies, parfaits, doughnuts, puddings and cakes. 

May it be the ultimate staycation or a gastronomic adventure in one of our first-class restaurants, Mother’s Day at Solaire is definitely a great bonding opportunity for the entire family.

Come celebrate this special occasion with your family and start your day with some pampering at the Solaire Spa, enjoy our special buffet offerings at Fresh, relish our exclusive set menus at the signature restaurants, continue the celebration in any of our suites and savour the perfect view of the sunset with your family.

Take advantage of this special offer!

For reservations please call (+632) 888.8888 and use the promo code: MOTHER

MANHID. The Pinoy Superhero Auditions on May 10 and June 13

Ballet Philippines with Tanghalang Pilipino invites you to be part of MANHID, our 45th season ender performance slated for February 20 to March 8, 2015 at the CCP Main Theater.

MANHID. The Pinoy Superhero Musical. A Musical by Kanakan Balintagos, Vincent de Jesus, Carina Evangelista and the Eraserheads. This was first staged by UP TROPA in 1991.



WHAT: MANHID Auditions

WHO: Actors/Singers between 20-35 who are able to play the following characters:

--- DILIM (coloratura soprano)
--- LAM-ANG (soprano)
--- ALUNSINA (rock alto)
--- BANTUGAN (tenor/baritone)
----RADYA/INDARAPATRA (baritone)
     and other roles


Audition 1

May 10, 2014 – Saturday
01:00pm Registration
02:00pm-05:00pm Audition Proper


Audition 2

June 13, 2014 – Friday
01:00pm Registration
02:00pm-05:00pm Audition Proper

Callback: June 14, 2014 – Saturday

This will be held at Museo ng Kalinangang Pilipino (MKP Hall), 4th Flr. Cultural Center of the Philippines CCP Complex, Roxas Blvd., Pasay City.


Please access the songs of the characters thru the following links:

SONG: MGA TINIK AT ROSAS
Character: Radya Indarapatra

SONG: NAGIISA
Character: Bantugan

SONG: MURA DUGO
Character: Alunsina

SONG: DIWATA NG GABI
Character: Urduja/Radya

SONG: MAARI
Character: Lam-ang

SONG: MARAGTAS
Character: Dilim

Century Superbods celebrates their Spa Day at the Zen Institute


The Century Tuna Superbods is bigger, sexier and hotter than ever. Century Tuna celebrates transformations towards a healthier, sexier body.

Century Tuna Superbods Challenge candidates enjoyed their Spa Day at the Zen Institute in Quezon City as part of their pre-pageant activities.

Twenty of the aspirants, male and female delegates underwent pampering services of their choice. Some went for diamond peels, others for facials, a few opted for body massages, while the rest went for body scrubs.  

Liz Benavidez, sales manager of Zen Institute QC said that as sponsor to this year’s search, the Zen Institute set aside an afternoon of pampering and relaxation for the contestants. Being beautiful is the outcome of a healthy lifestyle and that shows on one’s skin.

The Zen Institute is headed by Dra. Mary Jane “MJ” Torres. Dra. MJ is part of the teaching group based in Thailand conducting workshops and trainings on aesthetic medicine for Asian Doctors.  She had her training on Botox in Istanbul, Turkey and lipotherapy training in  Athens, Greece.  Dra. MJ is also a member of the International Society of Mesotherapy, the French Society of Mesotherapy, and the Italian Society of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery. In the Philippines, she pioneered the latest technology in body sculpting and specializes in Lipotherapy, Non-Surgical Facial Contouring and Body Sculpting.

The Zen Institute envisions the pursuit of true beauty as a journey rather than a destination. It does away with the pressures that necessitate the use of invasive and potentially traumatic shortcuts. Through this careful, yet solidly paved path, it ensures longer-lasting beauty that has been perfected from within.


For more information visit thezeninstitute.com. and like their Facebook at facebook.com/ZenMedicalSpa. 

You can also visit us at Tomas Morato, Quezon City, call 441-1712 and 412-2528.; Bonifacio Global City, 856-2027; Sto. Tomas Batangas, (+43) 778-4811

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