Design Center stages bamboo innovation in action at the Hybrid National Trade Fair

Design Center stages bamboo innovation in action at the Hybrid National Trade Fair

Posted by Ria Hazel on 11:24 AM in Bamboo Matters, Design Center, Hybrid National Trade Fair, National Trade Fair, Philippine Bamboo Industry, Philippines,

L to R: From L to R: When In Manila CEO Sky Gavin, DTI-BDTP director MarievicBonoan, DTI Usec. Ireneo Vizmonte, Cong. Christian S. Unabia, DTI Usec. BlesilaLantayona, DTI-R2 regional director Leah Ocampo, and DTI-Design Center executivedirector Rhea Matute

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) through the Design Center of the Philippines, the Industry Cluster Enhancement Program, and the Philippine Bamboo Industry Development Council (PBDIC) recently opened the Sustainability Pavilion in this year’s Hybrid National Trade Fair (HNTF) on 16-20 November at Megatrade Halls 1-3 in SM Megamall.

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Airbnb encourages Pinoys to #TravelAsJuan, as travel searches surge for beachside and nature destinations near Metro Manila

Airbnb encourages Pinoys to #TravelAsJuan, as travel searches surge for beachside and nature destinations near Metro Manila

Posted by Ria Hazel on 8:00 AM in Airbnb, destinations, Philippines, Pinoys, safety, Tourism, travel, TravelAsJuan,

New Airbnb data shows spike in domestic demand for stays after recent easing of travel restrictions; trending destinations include Zambales, Batangas and Tagaytay

Airbnb today launched its new #TravelAsJuan campaign that aims to energize the Philippines’s tourism recovery throughout the remainer of 2021 and beyond. As part of the campaign, the company is encouraging Filipinos to rediscover their country with their loved ones, while celebrating unique stays and hidden gems across the nation. The #TravelAsJuan campaign also aligns with the Department of Tourism’s 2022 plan to rebuild a sustainable, resilient, and inclusive domestic tourism industry.

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Reader's Digest 23rd Annual Awards Reveal The Brands And Personalities Filipinos Trust The Most

Reader's Digest 23rd Annual Awards Reveal The Brands And Personalities Filipinos Trust The Most

Posted by Ria Hazel on 7:00 PM in Annual Awards, companies, Most Trusted Brand Awards, personalities, Philippines, Reader's Digest,

 

View the virtual awards 

A year has passed since Reader’s Digest’s first virtual Most Trusted Brands Awards. A lot has happened in that time, but COVID-19 is still affecting millions of people and their livelihoods. But we at Reader’s Digest were not going to allow the pandemic to stop our 23^rd annual survey of Philippines’ Most Trusted Brands and Personalities from going ahead.

Upholding the new norm during these challenging times, this is the second year we are presenting our award ceremony in a virtual format. You can view it at https://www.trustedbrands.asia/virtualawards/

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Reader’s Digest Releases List of Most Trusted Brands in PH for 2021

Reader’s Digest Releases List of Most Trusted Brands in PH for 2021

Posted by Ria Hazel on 1:18 PM in lifestyle, local brands, Most Trusted Brands, Philippines, Reader's Digest,

These local brands assure consumers that they remain on their side no matter what

The world is still living in interesting times—with the ongoing pandemic still posing risks and consequently, governments around the world imposing lockdowns to flatten the curve. Despite the challenges, consumers still go on to live their lives, whether inside their homes or in controlled workplace setups.

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La Union to Launch Digital Travel and Tourism Expo

La Union to Launch Digital Travel and Tourism Expo

Posted by Ria Hazel on 2:44 AM in destination, Digital Travel and Expo, La Union, Love La Union, North, Philippines, travel,

The wave beckons and the mountain calls as La Union sets its gates to once again be unlocked for tourism. As we steadfastly wait for the reopening of our beloved La Union, let us get ourselves prepared as the Provincial Government of La Union (PGLU) through the La Union Provincial Tourism Office (LUPTO) stage the Love La Union Digital Travel and Tourism Expo on March 15 to April 15, 2021. 

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Shopee Strengthens Supports for Brands to Reach Millions of Online Customers with 10.10 Brands Festival

Shopee Strengthens Supports for Brands to Reach Millions of Online Customers with 10.10 Brands Festival

Posted by Ria Hazel on 2:42 PM in 10.10, 1010 Brands Festival, Alaska, digital, Online, online shopping, Philippines, RealMe, Shopee, Shopee 1010, Unilever,

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, continues its strong support for brands with the 10.10 Brands Festival. As more businesses explore the potential of e-commerce during the pandemic, Shopee is committed to providing the optimal environment to help brands of all sizes launch, scale, and succeed online. 

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Dethroning the “Corona”: Here’s What You Can Do

Dethroning the “Corona”: Here’s What You Can Do

Posted by Ria Hazel on 1:06 AM in COVID-19, COVID19, Enhanced Community Quarantine, Hand washing, Love in the time of Corona, Manila, Philippines, Positivity, TikTok, Videos,

With the enhanced community quarantine in effect, social platforms, like TikTok, provide a great avenue to stay connected with the rest of the world. Here are digital ways you can do to fight the new coronavirus:

Get Informed

Access to accurate and timely information is our first line of defense. TikTok created a special page within the platform for you to know the Things About About Coronavirus. These include advisories and preventive measures to protect yourself with the help of the World Health Organization. There’s also a special section called Mythbusters to debunk fallacies about the virus and fight misinformation.

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Stay at Home and Play an App to win an iPhone 11!

Stay at Home and Play an App to win an iPhone 11!

Posted by Ria Hazel on 3:24 PM in App, Bongga Ka Day, Enhanced Community Quarantine, Mobile Phone, Philippines, Play, promo, Quarantine, win, Win an iPhone 11,

I never thought that staying inside the home is really tough. There are times that you feel so trapped and lonely. On this second week of the enhanced community quarantine, things feel somewhat better but you still have that urge to see your friends and loved ones. For millennials, Gen Z, and feelennials (feeling millennials LOL!), our gadgets are sources of entertainment, information, and connection to a bigger world. Eventually, we’ll get bored and run out of things to do. Here’s something you can try: Why don’t you download this app and play it until you win a brand new iPhone 11?

Say hello to Bongga Ka Day.

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A Chance to Serve in the Time of COVID-19

A Chance to Serve in the Time of COVID-19

Posted by Ria Hazel on 6:11 PM in #FightCOVID19, COVID-19, Donations, Enhanced Community Quarantine, Fighting, Philippines, Quarantine, Service, Service in time of COVID, What You Can Do,

Pandemics like the COVID-19 are unpredictable. It is a hit or miss and we may or not be ready for it. It's just so sad that once it does hit us, it brings out fear and panic. My commute last Monday was scary. Even if I was wearing a mask, I wasn't really able to practice social distancing because only the schools were suspended. I still have to go to work and with limited transportation, I had to wait for two hours just so I could get a ride. But aside from that, it brought fear because we have two senior citizens in our home. 

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