Holiday Homecomings are Unforgettable at Richmonde Hotel Iloilo

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It’s the season for reunions and get-togethers once again! Celebrate in Iloilo City by spending an epic holiday break with those you love at Richmonde Hotel Iloilo as you indulge in their many special Yuletide offerings to make your bonding moments delightfully unforgettable.

Come home to Richmonde’s spacious and well-appointed rooms this Christmas.

Holiday Rates start at PhP 5,700 nett and are valid from December 16, 2022 to January 16, 2023 (except December 24, 25 & 31). Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve Rates start at PhP 6,000 nett.

Have a happy homecoming or relaxing staycation at Richmonde and enjoy the most spacious rooms in the city with its splendid amenities and friendly service. Book from December 16, 2022 to January 26, 2023 at rates starting at PhP 5,700 nett (room only) and PhP 6,200 nett (room with breakfast buffet for two). These include Wi-Fi access, use of the swimming pool and Fitness Center, discount privileges in participating establishments at the Festive Walk Mall, and tours to the first-of-their-kind museums in Western Visayas--the Brandy Museum and the Iloilo Museum of Contemporary Art both located just a few steps away within the Iloilo Business Park.

On December 24 and 31, have a Christmas Eve or New Year’s Eve stay for as low as PhP 6,000 nett (room only) and PhP 6,500 nett (room with breakfast buffet for two) with all the above-mentioned perks. For a truly joyful celebration, room package options are also available from PhP 8,580 nett, that include two seats to the lavish Christmas Eve/New Year’s Eve Luxe Dinner Buffet and the hearty Christmas Day/New Year’s Day breakfast buffet, in addition to the Festive Walk Mall store discounts, museum tours, Wi-Fi access, and use of the gym and pool. Want to stay out late on the last day of the year and wake up to an exquisite brunch buffet? Then book the New Year’s Day Champagne Brunch Buffet Package available only on December 31, for as low as PhP 7,350 nett, complete with perks good for two.

Delight in a mouthwatering feast of international dishes and traditional Christmas fare at the Holiday Luxe Buffets on Christmas and New Year’s Eve, and Christmas and New Year’s Day for only PhP 1,500 nett.

This year’s festive feasts at The Granary are extra delectable with an impressive spread of holiday dishes the whole family will surely love! The Holiday Luxe Dinner Buffets happening on December 24, 25 & 31, 2022 and January 1, 2023, overflow with flavorful gourmet fare like cochinillo, braised short plate, roast lamb leg, roast turkey, smoked ham leg, roast beef, paella, sushi, sashimi, dimsum, and so much more, all lovingly prepared by Executive Chef Ariel Castañeda and his kitchen team. The holiday buffets open at 6pm and you can eat-all-you-can until 10pm, for only PhP 1,500 nett. Children 6 to 12 years old get 50% discount and children 5 years old and below eat for free. Buffet menus vary but you can inquire about them when you reserve your table.

Give edible gifts from The Granary this season. Order an assortment of fresh-from-the-oven holiday goodies for your family and friends.

Begin the first day of 2023 with an indulgent meal at The Granary as it serves its first Champagne Brunch Buffet in celebration of fresh starts and new beginnings. Priced at only PhP 1,350 nett inclusive of a glass of champagne, get your fill of sushi and oysters, house-made breakfast sausage, beef pot roast, salt-crusted Norwegian salmon, frittata, and many more. Relish this fabulous feast on January 1, 2023 from 11am to 2pm.

Book your year-end reunions and Christmas get-togethers at Richmonde and enjoy indoor or outdoor venue options, plus hassle-free planning with the Holiday Banquet Packages.

For those long-awaited family reunions and much-anticipated face-to-face parties, Richmonde has Holiday Banquet Packages to let you safely gather as you revel in style. Rates start at PhP 59,000 nett for thirty (30) persons, and include a delectable lunch or dinner buffet with a round of drinks; coffee and tea; five (5) bottles of wine; four (4) pool passes each good for two persons; a gift certificate for an overnight stay for two persons in a Deluxe room with breakfast buffet; plus discount vouchers for room accommodations and food & beverage orders.

Take your celebrations anywhere and get hot gourmet meals anytime with Richmonde’s Holiday Hotbox Specials. Platters good for sharing and bento boxes for single serving are available.

Still can’t find the perfect present for the people on your Christmas list? Just head on over to The Granary and choose from the assortment of signature pastries and limited-edition Holiday Goodies for yummy gifts that make tummies happy. From the hotel’s signature ensaymadas (classic, ube, pork floss, and mini) and tasty banana breads (walnut, choco, pumpkin, sunflower seed, and almond), to premium donuts (bandi, turon, white champorado, tablea champorado, and dragon fruit bilberry) and pastry treats (pineapple and apple turnovers, peach Danish, focaccia bake, and granola bar), these freshly baked bites will certainly add good vibes to the holidays.

For those at-home celebrations and potluck parties, The Granary also has Holiday Hotbox Specials that let you savor hot, gourmet meals anytime and anywhere with its convenient self-heating packaging. Choose from the Bento Hotbox that’s good for a single serving (from PhP 900 nett), the Platter Hotbox 1 that can serve up to two persons (from PhP 1,150 nett), and the Platter Hotbox 2 that’s good for 4 to 5 persons (from PhP 2,150 nett). The Holiday Goodies and Hotbox Specials are available for takeaway and delivery until January 31, 2023.

For inquiries, reservations, bookings and orders, call +63 33 328 7888 or contact stay@richmondeiloilo.com for room accommodations; +63 917 563 3973 / sales@richmondeiloilo.com for banquet bookings; and +63 917 563 3558 to order holiday goodies. Bookings and order of goodies may also be made online at Richmonde’s official website, www.richmondehoteliloilo.com.ph.

Richmonde Hotel Iloilo is the first hotel outside Metro Manila of local real estate giant, Megaworld Corporation. With its strategic location within the modern 72-hectare development of Iloilo Business Park, coupled with its world-class facilities, Richmonde Hotel Iloilo elevated the standards of the hotel industry in Western Visayas when it opened in 2015. Richmonde is among the growing number of homegrown brands under the Megaworld Hotels and Resorts group. For more information on Richmonde Hotel Iloilo, log on to www.richmondehoteliloilo.com.ph and for the latest news on the hotel, follow @RichmondeHotelIloilo on Facebook and Instagram.

Have a Happy Holiday Homecoming at Richmonde Hotel Iloilo!

A Golden Christmas Story: Single Mom’s Life Takes a Happy Turn as a Golden Haven Ambassador

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When thirty-year-old single mom Maria Christine Ua-o first chanced upon Golden Haven’s Ambassador Program in her social media newsfeed, she had no idea that it would be her ticket to financial independence and a more comfortable life for her family.

Golden Haven’s Ambassador Program is a digital marketing campaign open to anyone of legal age who may want to explore the rich income-generating opportunities in promoting and selling Golden Haven’s memorial lots, columbariums, and mausoleums through online platforms.

Maria Christine Ua-o together with Golden Haven's Operations head, Ms. Emelia Lustado.

Those who sign up for the program undergo four sessions of capacity-building training from the comfort of their home. “It was something new to me,” Maria Christine Ua-o, or Tin as she likes to be called, enthused. “But I have a baby to raise and the rest of my family to help provide for, so I was willing to try—and work hard to succeed at it.”

Golden Haven’s capacity-building training serves to hone each ambassador’s digital marketing skills, teaching them essential tips on how to tap potential clients and assist them in securing memorial properties as investments. As in any other marketing job, hard work and perseverance are a must, of course, but in Tin’s case, she was further driven by her aspirations for living the best life.

Fortunately for the ambitious young mother from Cagayan de Oro, Golden Haven is a highly trusted name in Philippine death care, gaining recognition through the years for its beautifully themed memorial parks across the country. Each Golden Haven development sprawls over a vast terrain made lush by verdant greenery—a wonderful complement to the park’s striking landscape design and elegant architectural motif.

Golden Haven’s Ambassador Program is a digital marketing campaign open to anyone of legal age.

Upon learning about Golden Haven Memorial Park’s award-winning features, Tin affirmed why its more than thirty nationwide projects were easily deemed noteworthy investments. Her enthusiasm was contagious as she learned the valuable art of closing deals to help her esteemed clients avail of these. Tin was especially appreciative of the fact that digital marketing meant doing her job well from her little workstation at home, where she could keep an eye on her child as she managed her sales production.

Today, Tin is doing very well as one of the top-performing Golden Haven Ambassadors nationwide. She has transformed her life from one of the constant challenges into one of comfort and financial security. Her income allows her to provide for the needs of her baby—the financial rewards even enabled her to help her mother start a small business of her own.

“I’m very happy and super blessed,” Tin says of her life-uplifting experience as Golden Haven Ambassador. “I have a job I enjoy doing, something that makes me discover abilities I never knew I had. Now I want to be the very best version of myself as I chase after the rest of my dreams.”

Tin’s story should inspire her peers to seek their own life fulfillment. Never losing sight of her most important goal, which is to grant the best possible service to every client, Tin is keeping her eyes on the prize.

To date, Tin is happy to share with potential new ambassadors her most important advice: “Instead of working harder, try working smarter.” She also stresses cultivating an excellent work ethic and a strong relationship with customers, as they are the source of every Golden Haven Ambassador’s livelihood.

Those who wish to create their path to success can join the Golden Haven Ambassador Program today. To sign up, visit the Golden Haven Ambassador page on the company’s official website.

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About Golden Haven

Golden Haven Memorial Park is a subsidiary company of publicly listed Villar-owned Golden MV Holdings Inc. Currently positioned as one of the largest real estate companies in the country. Golden Haven offers premium death care services and prime memorial lots. It is dubbed as the most lucrative real estate investment, with an average of 20% annual value appreciation.

Be part of the Golden Haven community today! Visit goldenhaven.com.ph or follow “Golden Haven” on our social media platforms. We are on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest, Spotify, Tiktok, and Viber. For sales-related inquiries, you may contact (02) 8873-2922 to 23.

Offer the gift of ‘smart living’ this Christmas with Xiaomi Smart Home Devices

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Best deals on accessories, wearables on tap till January 1, 2023

Make the Yuletide season glitter by giving your loved ones the gift of a smarter home and lifestyle with Xiaomi AIoT products. These amazing gadgets can help your family and friends stay connected, secure their homes, and make everyday life more fun far beyond the holidays.

Plus, with the Xiaomi Christmas Sale, you can nail down exclusive discounts and freebies that you won’t find anywhere else when you buy now until January 1, 2023.

For tech-savvy fitness enthusiasts

The Xiaomi Watch S1 is a sleek timepiece that is packed with features like a heart-rate monitor, GPS tracking, and fitness tracking, all wrapped up in a stainless-steel design. Whether it’s an important client meeting or a black-tie party, this timepiece will make for a lasting impression – for only Php 10,999.

Special yet practical, the Xiaomi Watch S1 Active features a durable and lightweight design, water-resistant construction, and a host of fitness tracking features. Add the long battery life, vibrant display, affordable Php 8,999 promo price, and you have a real winner.

Another great option is the Xiaomi Smart Band 7 Pro. This smart wristband is packed with features like 24/7 heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, and fitness monitoring. Plus, with a stylish and lightweight design, it is the accessory to complete any outfit – now for just Php 4,599.

The Xiaomi Smart Band 7, with its stylish design and intuitive interface, is an excellent gift to show your loved one that you care about their health and well-being: it includes heart rate monitoring, sleep and activity tracking, and - for just Php 2,499 - get a free Xiaomi Collectible Christmas Bunny.

For music lovers

The Xiaomi Buds 3T Pro is the Christmas gift for anyone who loves to be in the loop. With their hi-tech sound quality, noise cancellation, and sleek design, these top-of-the-line earbuds are sure to put a smile on the face of any music lover or tech enthusiast. Available at a discounted price of Php 6,999.

The Xiaomi Buds 3 not only offer great sound quality and a comfortable fit, but they also look sleek and stylish. With their long-lasting battery life and easy-to-use touch controls, these buds are sure to make your loved ones feel extra special this holiday season. Not to mention, they're also incredibly affordable at only Php 4,999, making them the perfect present for anyone on your shopping list.

The Redmi Buds 4 Pro will have your special someone listening to their favorite tunes in style. Plus, it makes a great addition to any tech enthusiast's wardrobe. At a low price of just Php 3,999 during the promo, it is a thoughtful way to show your loved ones you care.

The Redmi Buds 4 will surely be a hit with any music lover in your life, delivering crisp sound and a comfortable fit. Plus, for only Php 2,499, it comes with a Xiaomi Collectible Christmas Bunny as freebie

For smart homemakers

The Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 series is packed with features to make cleaning a breeze. It has a state-of-the-art LDS laser navigation system that results in fast, accurate mapping of the entire home. Having one of these robots at home is sure to make the holidays a little more special. No more worrying about cleaning up after family gatherings – these robotic helpers will do the work for you. Prices start at Php 9,599.

Xiaomi AIoT has got you covered with the best Christmas deals that will make this holiday season an unforgettable one. For more information, please visit Xiaomi’s official promo website.

Richmonde Hotel Ortigas Celebrates Christmastime in the City

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Silver bells will soon be ringing and there’s already that feeling of Christmas in the air. Yes, the most wonderful time of the year is here and Richmonde Hotel Ortigas is celebrating with room accommodations, buffet feasts, and a year-end party to make your holidays merry.

Enjoy a relaxing haven right in the heart of Ortigas Center and get your shopping done at any of the nearby shopping malls or recharge after all the holiday hustle and bustle. Richmonde offers value-for-money holiday room rates for bookings until January 14, 2023 (except December 24 & 31), starting at PhP 3,600 nett (room only) and PhP 4,200 nett (with breakfast for two) for stays from Sunday to Thursday; and PhP 3,800 nett (room only) and PhP 4,400 nett (with breakfast for two) for Friday and Saturday stays.

Deluxe Twin Room & Heated Indoor Pool

Rates for holiday stays start at PhP 3,600 nett (weekdays) & PhP 3,800 nett (weekends).

Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve packages available.

On Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, you can celebrate with a comfortable and convenient city staycation complete with sumptuous buffets and fun activities for an awesome holiday experience at amazing deals. Your Christmas stay on December 24th can come with breakfast buffet for two at PhP 4,500 nett, or breakfast plus Christmas Eve Dinner Buffer for two at PhP 6,500 nett. 

For your prelude to the new year, December 31 rates start at PhP 4,800 nett with breakfast buffet for two; PhP 6,600 nett with breakfast for two and two tickets to the New Year’s Eve Countdown Party; PhP 7,500 nett with breakfast and New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet for two; and PhP 8,800 nett to get the full New Year’s Eve package—breakfast buffet, New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet, and Countdown Party tickets for two. 

All in-house guests during the Yuletide season also get 15% discount on food & beverage orders from Room Service, and complimentary access to the holiday happenings in the hotel during the weekends of December like the Christmas Choco Corner where complimentary cups of hot chocolate drink will be served, and Chill at the Pool where you can make a splash at the heated indoor pool and drink free ice-cold lemonade. A Christmas Day and New Year’s Day Mass will also be held in the hotel’s 3/F function room on December 25 and 31 at 10:30am for the convenience of our Catholic guests.

Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet at Richmonde Café is at Php 1,595 nett.

Invite family and friends to Richmonde Café on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve to bond over the dazzling Noche Buena and Media Noche feasts featuring traditional holiday fare like porchetta, paella Valenciana, churros con tsokolate, braised beef brisket, seafood kebab, crème brulee, and many more. The Christmas Eve Dinner Buffet is priced at PhP 1,595 nett and will be served from 6pm to 10pm.

Give 2023 a hearty welcome with the generous gourmet indulgences at the New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner Buffet and glitzy cocktails at the New Year’s Eve Countdown Party at the hotel lobby. The dinner buffet is priced at PhP 1,880 nett per person while tickets to the countdown bash are priced at PhP 1,280 nett each, inclusive of three drinks, a cocktail buffet, party favors, a glass of sparkling wine at the countdown, and live band performance. To make it a total celebration to remember, New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet and Countdown Bundle is available at a special discounted rate of just PhP 2,550 nett.

New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner Buffet at Richmonde Café is at PhP 1,880 nett.

Tickets to the New Year’s Eve Countdown Party happening at the lobby is priced at PhP 1,280 nett.

Spend the last hours of 2022 and welcome 2023 at Richmonde with the New Year’s Eve Dinner and Countdown Bundle for only PhP 2,550 nett.

Recover from a night of partying with the hearty New Year’s Day Breakfast Buffet at Richmonde Café on January 1st from 6am to 10am for PhP 980 nett. Children 6 to 12 years old get 50% off on all buffets while toddlers 5 years old and below eat for free.

For inquiries, table reservations, and countdown ticket purchases, call (632) 8638-7777, SMS or Viber (63) 917 534 4352, email fbsup@richmondeortigas.com, or message @Richmonde Hotel Ortigas on Facebook and Instagram.

As the initial venture of leading real estate company, Megaworld Corporation, into the hospitality business, Richmonde Hotel Ortigas is a proud local brand that opened in 1999 at the heart of the then-burgeoning Ortigas Center. It is now a member of the steadily growing stable of homegrown brands under the Megaworld Hotels and Resorts group. 

For more information on Richmonde Hotel Ortigas, log on to www.richmondehotelortigas.com.ph and for the latest news on the hotel, follow @RichmondeHotelOrtigas on Facebook and Instagram.

Start your 2023 savings journey with Maya, the all-in-one digital bank app!

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Get up to 6% interest p.a. for your savings account

Now is the best time to save your Christmas bonus and kickstart your 2023 ipon goals as Maya continues to give up to a 6% interest rate p.a. on your savings account! 

Maya already offers a high interest rate of 4.5% p.a., with earnings credited daily. It's easy to boost this to 6% on your first P100,000 for the next 30 days! 

All you need is to make your everyday payments with Maya. Simply spend an accumulated amount of PHP 250.00 when completing these transactions until February 28, 2023:  

• Pay via Maya QR code, card, or mobile number 
• Settle your bills via the Maya app 
• Buy load via the Maya app. 

By using Maya to pay for your utility bills or your groceries conveniently, you can boost your savings interest to 6% by another 30 days – so you can grow your money faster! Customers can enjoy this offer until February 28, 2023.

"We want our customers to be able to grow their savings even more just by doing everyday transactions. This is part of our mission to make money management as easy and as rewarding as possible," said Angelo Madrid, Maya Bank President. "On top of offering one of the highest savings interest rates in the market, Maya bundles innovative features and top-notch security so that it becomes the only app you'll need to efficiently and conveniently manage your money." 

With e-wallet, savings, credit, and crypto capabilities, Maya goes by its promise to be 'everything and a bank' for Filipinos. Its latest feature lets you send and receive money via a @username, making transferring funds safer, more personal, and as easy as tagging friends on social media. You can even use GIFs when sending money to friends and family, which is a first in the local fintech app industry. 

If you have specific saving goals, Maya's Personal Goals lets you compartmentalize your savings based on different purposes, be it a dream vacation, emergency funds, or business capital. 

The digital banking services in the Maya app are powered by Maya Bank, a Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)-licensed digital bank. Deposits up to PHP500,000 are insured by the Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation. The top-rated app also enjoys a 99.9% uptime rate - users can expect their transactions to be seamless with less downtime. 

Completely free to download and register, the Maya app packs a feature-rich e-wallet, an inclusive digital bank, and everything else you need to save, spend, grow, and manage your money—right from your smartphone. 

To learn more, visit maya.ph and follow Maya Center on Facebook and @mayaiseverything on Instagram. 

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About Maya 

Maya is the all-in-one money and digital bank platform bringing Filipinos bolder ways to master their money. It is powered by a unique integrated financial services ecosystem that addresses the ever-evolving financial needs of today's generation through cutting-edge technology.  

Maya leads millions of Filipinos — consumers, businesses, communities, and government agencies alike — into a digital economy that's more inclusive, transparent, and empowering. Maya is powered by the country's only end-to-end digital payments company, PayMaya Philippines, and Maya Bank for digital banking services.