When in Manila and afflicted with a deep sense of wanderlust, the Apulit Island Resort in Palawan is the perfect place to cure your ailment!  I realized that it would be a shame for us Filipinos not to  enjoy and witness the paradise that lies in our very shores that is why we’ve decided to feature and suggest more local travel destinations which I’m sure you won’t wanna miss in this precious lifetime! [...]

    ARMAGEDDON   This 2012, GRAVITY will pull us CLOSER… HEAVENLY BODIES will SMASH against each other… The END of the WORLD will never be any WILDER!   As UP SANDIWA together with Petron and Universal Robina Corporation In cooperation with Gran Matador Brandy, and Fourth Wall Brings you ARMAGEDDON A Black Party FEB 11, 2012 @ Blue Onion Eastwood, QC   FREE FLOWING DRINKS | FREE HENNA TATTOO| OUT of this WORLD Games| [...]

  When in Manila and a die-hard pro wrestling fan, chances are you can only get your fix through watching wrestling on TV or on YouTube (if you hate the commercials and fast forward through the women’s wrestling matches).   Manila has not had a chance to witness a live wrestling event since 2009 but that will change when WWFX, or the World Wrestling Fan Xperience: Champion Showcase Tour 2012, hits our shores this weekend. [...]

    When in Manila and you want to rest from the hustle and bustle of city living, you’ll find that a lot of entertainment options are available, the most popular of which is – you guessed it right – movie.   And to TriNoma Cinema 7 I went, thanks to Sanuk’s cool movie treat. Sanuk, the international brand of funky and comfy footwear, expressed its gratitude to its loyal clients and Facebook fans with [...]

    When In Manila, if you haven’t seen it, then you need to check out the “Pak Yow” music video!   Thi Pak Yow Music Video is reportedly a teaser for a 12 episode web series starring Mikey Bustos that’ll be released online.   It’s a really fun video and I’m excited to see the actual show! My favorite part has to be the “Who’s your coach – Freddie Roach” lyrics.   Anyway, I’m [...]

  When In Manila, Ballet Philippines ends its 42nd Season with undying love in the all-new contemporary ballet, “Pusong Wagas” on February 17 to 19 at the CCP Little Theater.   BP resident choreographer Alden Lugnasin creates his original contemporary ballet based on the legend of the city of Mandaluyong, with libretto by Nicolas B. Pichay and original music by independent music icon Cynthia Alexander.         Set in pre-colonial Manila, the story highlights the exemplary [...]

  When In Manila, come join the Mellow 94.7 School of Jocks (SoJ) Open Auditions 2012. Do you have what it takes to be a radio personality?     Have you always wanted to be a DJ? Do you have what it takes to be on radio? Are you tough enough? Take on the challenge!   Mellow 94.7’s official student-centric radio show opens its doors this year 2012 to all aspiring bona fide college students [...]

  When In Manila, Katy Perry kissed a boy in the Philippines, and she liked it!   Check out the video and pics of this lucky guy with Katy Perry in Manila!     I. WANT. TO. BE. HIM! If only I could have wrestled him away from Katy and stolen that kiss!   The guy is Ivan Dorschner, a Pinoy Big Brother contestant from the PBB Teen Clash 2010 edition.       Funny [...]

  When in Manila and you think you’ve seen it all… well you better think again!   This coming February 14, Hoopla inc. together with official sponsors Manila Hotel and Fox International will introduce a revolutionary production from Argentina that’s like nothing you’ve ever seen before. Fuerza Bruta is an event filled with artistic thrills that will surely grab everyone’s attention and stun the senses. The show is not the typical theater play but a [...]

  Painting by Zaldy Garra     Asian Cultural Council sets Feb. 4 Fundraising Auction   Constantly championing the Filipino artist, the Asian Cultural Council Phils. holds its annual art auction on Feb. 4, 2012 to raise funds for its Philippine Fellowship Program.   Since its establishment in 2000, the ACC Philippines together with ACC New York Foundation, have been providing grants to over 60 Filipino artists in various disciplines. In the last two years, [...]

  When In Manila and sinking into your comfy couch after a hard way’s work, check out Solar Entertainment’s latest offerings to notch up your cable viewing experience!   Solar Entertainment is the media conglomerate responsible for cable networks ETC, 2nd Avenue, Jack TV, and Universal Channel. Rounding up a spectacular year in 2011, members of the press were invited to witness what these channels have in store for 2012 in All Aboard! Destination Entertainment [...]

  When In Manila, how about a day of techno stuff for educators and tech geeks of all ages? The Philippine National Robotics Competition and exhibition is staging the best of robotics stuff made by student robotics inventors and programmers from various schools all over the Philippines.   The robotics competition is the yearly gathering of all robotics student inventors and programming. We set-up various robotics games and exhibitions by students. There is also a [...]

  When in Manila on February 11 to March 3, 2012, be sure to head on over to the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium at the RCBC Plaza, Makati to catch the Tony-award winning musical, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.     Inspired by the timeless Charles Schultz comic strip, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown showcases the life of the Peanuts gang as they go about their pursuit of happiness, coupled with catchy songs and [...]

  When in Manila and looking to explore your senses, my favorite stop would be Nectar Restaurant.         A while back, I had the pleasure of coming to an exhibit in Nectar during their soft open stage (read more here). This was where I learned about Nectar’s concept: how the restaurant is centered around food and wine pairings, aiming to let everyone appreciate the wonders of vino.         Having enjoyed [...]

    SAVE THE DATE: Feb 4, 2012, 1pm, Fully Booked Bonifacio Global City. Happy Even After presents “Let’s Hear It From the Boys”  Single guys will talk about happy even after beginnings with the solo moms they’ve married. Admission is FREE, but slots are limited. Please call or text 0917.820.7277 (SASs) to reserve a slot.     Happy Even After: Single Guys and Solo Mom Workshop in Manila     

    N.E.W. Network for Enterprising Women 5th Women Entrepreneurs Conference: Encouraging the Entrepreneur in YOU   Participant Fee (inclusive of snacks):   Early bird rate if paid on or before January 16, 2012:  Php 1,000 Regular Rate if paid after January 16 / Walk-in Rate :  Php 1,500 NEW members:  Php 1,000 Special Student rate:  Php 700   Each participant will also be given a  FREE GIFT PACK from our sponsors. Payments can be [...]

When in Manila, listen up! This is another moment for us to rejoice as five of our favorite bands will be sharing one stage as they perform for their Ayala Mall tour from February 16-19, 2012! This is a four-day concert of nonstop music and live performances. Go crazy as The Summer Set, A Rocket To The Moon, The Ready Set, A+ Dropouts and Forever The Sickest Kids, also known as LIV5, bring you music [...]

     Treat yourself and your loved ones to something new this Valentine’s Day!   Watch RIVALRY: ATENEO-LA SALLE THE MUSICAL this February 12, 2012, 3:00pm at the Meralco Theater. Find out how this epic rivalry all began in historical fashion. Set in the 1960′s, this musical will captivate you with original music from renowned composer Ed Gatchalian and dialogues filled with the wittiest punchlines used by each side to raise their banner.   So [...]

  When In Manila, after ten long years, they are finally back! Mark your calendars as British-Norwegian pop boyband A1, consisting of original members Ben Adams, Christian Ingebrigsten, and Mark Read, will be performing their hit singles in Manila on February 25, 2012.     The boys are no strangers to their Southeast Asian fans especially the Philippines. They were here back in their glory days before the band split up. Filipino fans warmly welcomed [...]

  When in Manila, you can celebrate Chinese New Year with a grand feast in a grand hotel. Usher in the year of the Water Dragon this 2012 by celebrating it at the Diamond Hotel Manila.     Celebrate the Year of the Dragon at the Diamond Hotel     From January 20 to 23, you can spend the night at Diamond Hotel’s superior room inclusive of buffet breakfast for two at Corniche for only Php [...]