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Cebu Pacific adds Da Nang to Vietnam network
Budget airline Cebu Pacific has launched its maiden flight to Da Nang, expanding its network of routes to cover all bases in tourist hotbed Vietnam......»»
Concentrix + Webhelp Growth Adds New Site in Cebu Exchange
Concentrix + Webhelp, a leading global provider of customer experience (CX) services and technologies and the Philippines’ largest private employer, today unveiled its newest site in Cebu Exchange Tower. The launch included employees and executives, local officials from various government bodies, media, academe, and private sector partners. With the recent launch of Cebu Montage just […].....»»
Taylor Swift adds Canada tour dates after Trudeau plea
OTTAWA, Canada—Taylor Swift announced Thursday, Aug. 3, several Toronto dates for her much-hyped world tour after a plea from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau not to skip Canada. Concert sponsor, Rogers Communications said in a statement that Swift will perform six shows as part of her “Eras Tour” in Canada’s largest city and that tickets would […] The post Taylor Swift adds Canada tour dates after Trudeau plea appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
PAL adds flights to Taiwan
Flag carrier Philippine Airlines has expanded its codeshare deal with Chinese counterpart China Airlines to add Manila flights to Kaohsiung and Cebu trips to Taipei......»»
Belmont Hotel Mactan: A home away from home
For many, a hotel is synonymous to comfort and relaxation, offering people luxurious amenities for a memorable and hassle-free stay. For Belmont Hotel Mactan, these experiences are taken to the next level as it extends incomparable services and first-rate amenities that not only embody class and elegance but also add convenience into the total hotel experience. Belmont Hotel Mactan in Lapu-Lapu City, Mactan Cebu, is the third hotel to open under Megaworld Hotels and Resorts’ homegrown hotel chain in the country. Under its business and leisure or “bleisure” label, Belmont Hotel Mactan is also the second hotel (after Savoy Hotel) that sits on the 30-hectare The Mactan Newtown township. Yes, Megaworld’s townships have always been known as a city within a city that amazingly brings everything together — upscale condominiums, lifestyle malls, commercial establishments, office towers, banks, learning institutions and more — in one mixed-used development. That’s why Belmont Hotel Mactan guests in The Mactan Newtown, particularly the business travelers, are assured of this rare convenience because almost everything they need while staying at the hotel is within their reach. “Guests surely find it efficient to stay within the heart of a 30-hectare lifestyle and business hub of the township,” says Johnson Del Valle, Belmont Hotel Mactan general manager. [caption id="attachment_145632" align="aligncenter" width="525"] PHOTOGRAPH BY VANGIE BAGA-REYES | JOHNSON del Valle (left) Belmont Hotel Mactan general manager, and Harold Geronimo, Megaworld’s vice president for public relations and media affairs.[/caption] Home away from home The 20-story hotel is poised as a business travelers’ home away from home while staying in the beguiling island of Mactan. Located along Newtown Boulevard and just beside Savoy Hotel Mactan, Belmont Hotel Mactan features 550 guestrooms and suites with three room categories, namely, Junior Suite (50 sqm), Deluxe Premium (36 sqm) and Superior (26 sqm). It also has seven rooms dedicated for guests with special needs. [caption id="attachment_145629" align="aligncenter" width="525"] DELUXE Premier[/caption] All rooms are fully equipped with essential amenities, such as an in-room electronic safety box, wall-mounted TV, tea and coffee-making facilities, a minibar and wireless Internet connection. [caption id="attachment_145630" align="aligncenter" width="525"] BELMONT Café, the hotel’s all-day dining outlet offering Asian and Mediterranean dishes.[/caption] Interestingly, most units feature expansive views of the Magellan Bay and the Hilutungan Channel, a deep-water channel that separates Mactan Island from Olango Island. With regards to its location, guests arriving via Cebu International Airport will only take at least 15 minutes to reach the hotel. Del Valle says Belmont provides a logical choice for guests with a business mindset. “Since we opened, we host mainly guests who visit the area for business,” he shares. “The hotel features facilities built specifically for MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions), team-building, networking and corporate celebrations across our four available function rooms that can accommodate a maximum of capacity 120 guests down to 30 guests.” These function spaces are equipped with smart-control projectors and sound systems. “The Mactan Island is populated by hotels and resorts focusing heavily on leisure and wellness, so we are very excited to bring a new kind of hospitality experience through Belmont Hotel Mactan,” says Cleofe Albiso, managing director of Megaworld Hotels and Resorts. “Just like the first two Belmont Hotel properties in Newport City in Pasay and Boracay Newcoast in Aklan, Belmont Hotel Mactan will host guests who are in the area for both business and leisure.” She adds: “They can expect the usual topnotch amenities that enable rest and relaxation, but because we want to address the need for Mactan to be MICE-ready we have also built here facilities for business events. Coupled with the Megaworld brand of hospitality, we are very proud to say this kind of experience is something that cannot be found anywhere else on this side of Cebu.” Rich history Stepping inside the lobby, Belmont Hotel becomes a tribute to Cebu’s festive culture, landmarks, marine life, rich history as showcased through numerous art installations. For instance, colorful headdresses used in Cebu’s Sinulog are displayed in the walls of its all-day dining outlet, Belmont Café; Cebu’s finest handcrafted guitars in different sizes and colors are mounted in the chic hangout spot, Zabana Bar; and the room’s wall art paper features popular things Cebu is known for, from guitars to its delicacies, such as otap and puso (rice wrapped and boiled in woven coconut leaves). To relax and unwind, the central amenity area on the third floor has the swimming pool and kiddie pool, female and male wet and dry sauna, outdoor lounge with elevated deck, fitness center and viewing deck where guests can marvel at the beauty of the nearby sea and the rest of the township and the Mactan Island. In terms of food outlets, guests can also savor a variety of cuisines and delicacies from the hotel’s three food and beverage outlets. Belmont Café offers a wide variety of Asian and Mediterranean dishes, as well as other local delicacies. Just a few steps away from Belmont Café is the Zabana Bar, where guests can enjoy a selection of cocktails and refreshing beverages. [caption id="attachment_145635" align="aligncenter" width="525"] FITNESS center.[/caption] Over on the third floor is the Float Pool Bar, where guests can sample a variety of snacks and beverages as they lounge and take a refreshing plunge at the swimming pool. Belmont Hotel is just a few minutes’ walk from the Mactan Newtown Beach, and about five-minute walk away from the Mactan Alfresco, a hawker-type dining destination. “While in the area, don’t forget to visit the notable tourist sites much like the Mactan Shrine where the iconic 20-meter statue of Lapu-Lapu stands or the Sto. Nino de Cebu Mactan Parish Church which is noted to be shaped like the Magellan’s hat,” shares Del Valle. Largest hotel operator With the opening of Belmont Hotel, alongside Savoy Hotel, Megaworld Hotels and Resorts now has a combined room keys of 1,100, the largest number of room keys in the entire Mactan Island. At the same time, it makes Megaworld the largest developer and operator in the entire Cebu province today. “Belmont means Beautiful Mountain in French,” says Harold Geronimo, Megaworld’s vice president for public relations and media affairs. “It was a name created by our chairman Dr. Andrew L. Tan when we launched the first Belmont Hotel in Newport City. He fell in love with the name. He just wanted to create a new brand for Megaworld Hotels and Resorts because the first brand that we introduced was Richmonde Hotel. The second brand was Belmont.” The first Belmont Hotel was opened in 2015 at Newport City in Pasay City. It was followed by Belmont Hotel Boracay. Soon, the fourth Belmont Hotel will open in Iloilo City. Geronimo adds that Belmont Hotel will complement the Savoy Hotel inside the township because the vision of Megaworld is to be able to expand its portfolio of hotels in Mactan Island. They want to cater to more business and leisure travelers. “When we open Savoy Hotel, we notice there has been a high demand for those types of travelers who want to do business meetings here, as well as families and tourists who are on vacation in Mactan Island. We want to cater to both that’s why we are adding more rooms.” Belmont Hotel is still in the process of coordinating with the Department of Tourism for the hotel-star rating. 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Rockwell sets sight on 3 provinces
Rockwell Land Corporation plans to expand in almost 200 hectares of development in Cebu, Bulacan and Batangas that it announced at its annual stockholders’ meeting on 14 June. The company is set to launch the IPI Center by Rockwell, its third project in Cebu this year. It is a 2.85-hectare mixed-use community featuring Rockwell Workspaces and a unique retail concept. “We are looking forward to our newest Cebu project with the Wong and Castillo families of International Pharmaceuticals Inc., which is in the heart of the city.” “We’ll first offer residential units through Lincoln, inspired by the well-received Proscenium tower in Makati, and will soon be complemented by a retail area that we envision will excite the market,” Rockwell Land chairperson and CEO Nestor Padilla said. Rockwell reported an increase in its net income after tax to parent of 40 percent in 2022 compared to the previous year, and expects to reach pre-pandemic NIAT levels by year’s end. Bulacan project slated Making its mark in a new thriving city, Rockwell will develop a new horizontal neighborhood in San Jose, Bulacan. The 100-hectare project in Bulacan will be designed to build a hillside escape and wellness retreat for its future residents. The company will also develop a future project in Lian, Batangas poised to be its first premium horizontal beach community in the area. “We are excited about our new vast 85-hectare beach property. It has 700 meters of coastline and clear waters, spread across 2 natural coves,” adds Padilla. In 2024, Rockwell expects to launch its first phase of residential lots. The company remains committed to expanding with strong leadership. After the appointment of CEO Nestor Padilla as chairperson in February 2023, it also announced the appointment of its new president and chief pperating Officer, Valerie Soliven. Padilla and Soliven, both pioneers of Rockwell, are expected to lead the company to double digit growth in the next few years. The post Rockwell sets sight on 3 provinces appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
A ‘plus-chested’ Cebuana shares journey to find the perfect fit
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Bra shopping in the Philippines isn’t as easy as you think — especially for Filipinas with large breasts. And finding the right fit is very important. “Chest size might add sa imohang confidence, but it also adds back pain and improper posture— don’t tell a large-chested girl that “kaswerte” (she’s lucky) […] The post A ‘plus-chested’ Cebuana shares journey to find the perfect fit appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
Paras to fight Japanese boxer Hanaba in Casimero-Nghitumbwa undercard
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Another exciting matchup adds flare to the May 13 WBO regional title showdown between former world champion John Riel Casimero and Fillipus Nghitumbwa of Namibia at Okada Manila Hotel. This developed as Vince Paras, a former world title challenger fighting under Sanman Boxing Gym, faces Japanese Hayumu Hanada in a 10-rounder […] The post Paras to fight Japanese boxer Hanaba in Casimero-Nghitumbwa undercard appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
Bill adds more grounds for legal separation
MANILA, Philippines — To ensure “comprehensive and effective” legal protections for abuse victims, especially women and children, a lawmaker has filed a bill that seeks to include all forms of domestic violence as among the grounds for legal separation under the Family Code. In filing House Bill 7538, Pagtibayin at Palaguin ang Pangkabuhayang Pilipino (4Ps) […] The post Bill adds more grounds for legal separation appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
Cebu Pacific adds more Dubai flights
Gokongwei-led budget carrier Cebu Pacific will add more flights to its Manila-Dubai route as it celebrates its ninth year of servicing the destination......»»
Mandaue City adds 8 active cases to its list on Jan. 8
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – Eight more active cases were reported in Mandaue City on Friday, January 8. This increases to 51 the total number of active cases here. The city also logged 2, 371 recoveries and 172 COVID-related deaths, data released by the Public Information Office (PIO) show. Three of the city’s new cases are […] The post Mandaue City adds 8 active cases to its list on Jan. 8 appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
Cebu City adds more restrictions on travelers from outside Cebu, draws flak online
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Cebu City government on Monday, November 16, 2020, issued another executive order (EO) that laid down guidelines for travels allowed in Cebu City. Mayor Edgardo Labella released EO No. 105 on Monday which orders all types of travelers to secure an Authority to Enter (ATE) which they can access through […] The post Cebu City adds more restrictions on travelers from outside Cebu, draws flak online appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
US adds 1 million Covid cases in less than a week
Washington, United States—The US surpassed 11 million coronavirus cases Sunday, November 15, 2020, adding one million new cases in less than a week, according to a tally by Johns Hopkins University. The dizzying rise came as cities and states across the United States were implementing new restrictions to try to halt the spread of […] The post US adds 1 million Covid cases in less than a week appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
AREIT adds Cebu building to its roster of assets
Following the acquisition by AREIT of a BPO building in Cebu IT Park last September 16, Ayala Land subsidiary, ALO Prime Realty Corp. (APRC), has recently transferred the long-term lease rights of the building’s lessee Teleperformance to AREIT Inc......»»
Lockdown making birdsongs ‘sexier’
WASHINGTON — As the streets of San Francisco emptied out in the first months of the pandemic, the city’s male birds began singing more softly and improving their vocal range, making them “sexier” to females, according to a new study published on Thursday. The paper adds to a growing body of research describing how animals—from […] The post Lockdown making birdsongs ‘sexier’ appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
Mandaue logs five new cases Sunday evening
CEBU CITY, Philippines– Mandaue city adds five new positive cases as of Sunday evening, June 7, 2020. The city’s public information office Facebook page announced the five new cases recorded in their city bringing its current count to 312 with 41 recoveries and five deaths. Patient MC308, 64, female, is a resident of Kalubihan, Barangay […] The post Mandaue logs five new cases Sunday evening appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
All Hail the Camera King! HONOR Magic6 Pro Ranks Number 1 in Camera Global Rankings
The leading global provider of smart devices, HONOR, claimed the top spot as the best camera smartphone in the recent DxOMark ranking test, dethroning its competitors with a high-ranking score of 158. DxOMark, an independent camera testing organization that provides comprehensive evaluations of camera performances, has awarded HONOR Magic6 Pro as the top contender in […].....»»
Oplan Harabas yields 3 drivers positive for drugs
FOLLOWING the surprise drug test conducted by the Land Transportation Office (LTO)-Davao and the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) on public utility vehicles (PUVs) last March 26, 2024, two taxi drivers in Davao City were found to be positive for drugs......»»
Cebu topnotcher shares secret to success: Strong support system of family, friends
CEBU CITY, Philippines — A good support system of family and friends is Elijah Cabase’s secret to his placing 5th in the March 2024 Medical Technologists Licensure Examinations (MTLE). This 23-year-old University of Cebu-Banilad alumnus said that he was not even expecting to pass because he described himself as a confessed procrastinator — or one.....»»
Holy Week 2024: Tabor Hill in Talamban, experience the authentic essence of Via Crucis
CEBU CITY, Philippines – This Holy Week, the Via Crucis, also known as the Stations of the Cross, is one of the most practiced form of devotion among Catholics, particularly in the Philippines. The Via Crucis commemorates the events leading up to the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. It typically involves a series of 14 stations.....»»