When In Manila and one of those, work hard party harder types, then you need the ultimate gadget to go along with your career and fun type lifestyle! You need something sleek and sophisticated, that’s lightweight and can transform from a media power-hub tablet into a work-mode-type-writing-keyboard-equipped netbook! Something like the Asus Eee Pad Transformer!             Ok so initial reviews of the Asus EeePad Transformer in the US were [...]

  When In Manila, it’s time to move up to the life of luxury! Welcome to the new Trump Tower Manila!   Manhattan meets Manila! International real estate tycoon Donald Trump has collaborated with Century Properties for the first Trump Tower in the Philippines ~TRUMP TOWER MANILA~ This ultra luxurious project will be the most prominent residential condominium in the history of Philippine real estate. Century is proud to have been deemed worthy to carry [...]

  When In Manila experience ‘Indian Heart through ART‘  as OMKARA group of artists bring oils, acrylic, water colors and photographs to Art lovers in the Philippines from September 11th to 17th 2011. “We are a passionate, crazy and playful bunch of women artists and we thought of doing something together…and see how we can be at home outside ‘home’ India.      OMKARA ARTISTS IN MANILA     Collaborating with the art circle in Manila…galleries, [...]

So basically, Moonfire, Inc. is an events-focused company that aims to uplift the Philippine music industry and the worthy artists by showcasing their talent without the hassle of coordinating the event itself.  Supporting independent music, Moonfire, Inc. aims to connect artists, resources and media to bring exposure to the thriving scene.         “The Young and Reckless” on September 15th at B-Side The Collective in Makati.  The purpose of the event is to feature [...]

  When In Manila, you’ll see the love for the classics all over. From the music, to the entertainment and especially the fashion!   It’s only fitting that we bring back the classics every now and again to remind us of how cool things were back in the day.   For many, Tretorn brings back nostalgic memories of grade school when students in the 80s and 90s were required to wear the Swedish shoe brand’s [...]

  The Filipinas Heritage Library is conducting a Travel Writing and Blogging workshop       Traveling is a way to open yourself up to the culture of the Philippines and the world. Travelers love to get together and share their experiences – the things they’ve seen, dishes they’ve eaten, people they’ve met. The sharing of experience has become faster, richer, and more accessible with the rise of online travel journals or blogs. Through them, we are [...]

  When in Manila, stretch your creative juices and share your stories.  Stories are immortal and as long as you share them, you live forever!   Before I attended Creative Writing Classes at Modern Academy, I had no formal training with writing.  I think everyone can share their own stories in every way they want, but not everyone can share their stories beautifuly and effectively.    I have been writing for a while now.  I [...]

  When In Manila and a gadget buff, one should check out the new Beyond the Box store at Resorts World. Last August 26, Beyond the Box officially opened a new Apple Premium Reseller Store in Pasay City.           “We’re very excited to open a new Apple Premium Reseller Store,” said Gerald C. Senolos, General Manager for Sales, Marketing and Services of Beyond the Box. “Customers can now visit one store [...]

          When in Manila, why not check out the PETA theater center and immerse yourself in something worth watching. The theatrical plays and musicals aren’t really that big here in Manila which is why you’d find most of the theatrical centers in “hidden” places or hard to reach places. The only places I know where I can watch musical plays and such are at the Meralco Theater, the CCP, and just recently, I [...]

Shakespeare on a Sunday. Doesn’t really sounds a hype of fun isn’t it? When In Manila, would you rather go shopping on a Sunday or choose just like what I did, to Shakespeare on a Sunday? Sounded more like of an ice cream flavour to me at first but yeah I was actually referring to the master of rhythm, William Shakespeare.  The only thing I had in mind when I got invited to watch this [...]

  When in Manila, it was indeed a night of greatness – Globe’s way of honoring different individuals and groups who have influenced and shaped the way we think now. The Rigodon Ballroom of the Peninsula Manila was filled with a great crowd last Friday night – writers, bands, media personalities, and citizen journalists alike – and it was awe inspiring just to see how much influential people we have locally.     A lively act [...]

The Traffic Navigator (TNAV), powered by TV5 and MMDA, bagged the Bronze Boomerang for Innovation at the 2011 Boomerang Awards organized by the Internet and Mobile Marketing Association of the Philippines (IMMAP) last August 18 less than two months following the release of TNAV’s public beta version on June 29.     Now on its fourth year, the Boomerang Awards “is a competition that recognizes the Philippines’ most outstanding works in Internet and Mobile Marketing and their [...]

Is the Philippine Theatre really dead? When In Manila people prefer watching movies on the big screen almost every week, some even 2-3xs to catch those 3D types and the like. There is something exciting to me about a live performance that movies do not have, not to say that I don’t love movies. I have seen The Wedding Singer, RENT and recently, the Little Shop of Horrors. I did a few researches before watching [...]

        When in Manila, foreign performers and personalities see to it that they learn certain Tagalog phrases such as “Mabuhay” and “Mahal ko kayo” to further reach out to the Filipino people especially if they don’t exactly appeal to the masses. Hotel heiress Paris Hilton made sure she mastered them both. The socialite and paparazzi-favorite held an exclusive meet and greet session for some f her fans and the press in SM [...]

      When In Manila and wanting to watch a good classic rock act, have a go at one of Manila’s rock legends: Razorback   Formed in 1990, They are considered to be a pillar or Pinoy rock, and they continue the legacy till today.   So, you can just imagine my joy when I found out they were playing at San Mig Pub, Alabang Town Center. I couldn’t miss this!   San Mig [...]

  MEGA Make-over, Fashion Crew Edition A bigger, bolder, better MEGA Fashion Crew was revealed in its fourth installment that aired on Saturday, August 20. A total make-over would be an understatement. It was more of a “make-better” episode.   From the get-go, a more glamorous opening billboard and a sleeker, more stylish set greeted the viewers.     The spanking new set of MEGA Fashion Crew       According to MEGA Fashion Crew [...]

When In Manila what’s your shopping style? Sometimes hitting the stores solo is just what the doctor ordered for me. I like the tranquility of being alone with my own thoughts sometimes, you know? But am pretty sure that most of you wants to have tons of retail therapy with your friends. This is also the time of the year when almost every  shopping malls have the word SALE on them. There is just that irresistible [...]

  Theatre In Manila When PETA showcases Shakespeare.       PETA or Philippine Educational Theater Association in Quezon City is an amazing performing arts environment. Its latest production, ‘WILLIAM’ is a re-invention of Shakespeare through Rap, Hip-hop and Flip-top beats. Anyone who has enjoyed watching ‘Glee’ or ‘high School Musical’ but dreaded |Shakespeare’s  difficult language is gonna have so much fun watching this When In Manila.    HIGH ENERGY Iambic Pentameter ;-)     [...]

When In Manila when the clock strikes one where on earth could you possibly be? Perhaps rotting in bed and having your good ol’  lappy as your companion waiting for your eyes to finally give in and sleep?  If I were you, head down to the newest and most exclusive luxe lounge, Fever . Located at The Plaza of the Sofitel Philippine Plaza, it is starting to become one of the most popular evening destinations for [...]

      When In Manila… Paris Hilton definitely takes everything in the city by storm! I got the chance to attend the press conference of Paris Hilton here in Manila a few days ago in the Manila Peninsula hotel. She was in Manila for a total of 5 days, very busy but really, she redefined the busy in business. Famous for her partying lifestyle and celebrity status it surprised me that she didn’t visit [...]