I first heard about Wong Fu Productions last year after they released their video, STRANGERS AGAIN on YouTube. These talented producers/directors really got my attention and I started watching several of their videos and immediately became a fan! I found their work to be so simple and yet so perfect –if you know what I mean.   Wong Fu Manila Concert!…. Wong Fu? WHO?   Wong Fu Productions is a group of three guys namely [...]

Sabah, how on earth to unleash your inner beauty?!  Standing as the leader of our team Maliau for our Sabah Borneo Malaysian Backpacker’s Adventure (whew, that’s a mouthful) I had one plan set for our last day: To ditch the MAP.  We also skipped climbing Sabah’s Mount Kinabalu as we were obviously limited with time.     Me and my fellow writer, Sam wanted to prove something, that Sabah’s Kota Kinabalu has something MORE. We wanted [...]

Gus* Modern logo, a marriage of classic wood and modern metal   When In Manila, and just got your own pod in the Metro, its time for you to go furniture shopping. Modern furniture designs are well suited for condo units that are a hit with young professionals who have chosen either to live alone or settled down. I love delving into interior design and furniture sections in malls are my favorite window shopping destinations. [...]

  WHEN IN MANILA and you’re in a quest to feel effortlessly beautiful, FACIAL CARE CENTRE is now open to serve you in Eastwood City in Libis, Quezon City.     “Taking great pride in always being the first to offer the latest skin innovations in the country, the latest Facial Care Centre branch is sure to be accessible to all women in and around the Libis area who wish for a skin care experience like [...]

  When In Manila,  drop by the country’s first “World Class Science Museum” in Taguig–the MIND MUSEUM!         All around the world, SCIENCE is a necessity. Everything we do, see, feel–involves science. Even us, ourselves, we are considered science. TECHNOLOGY, on the other hand, is a need that facilitates science. A need that continuously evolves and introduces innovation in our lives. Together, science and technology make who we are and what we have now.   [...]

When in Manila for on March 17 and 18, you can’t miss out on The Legend and The Classics as three iconic Filipino artists Lisa Macuja, Lea Salonga and Cecile Licad share the stage and perform together live for the very first time right here in Manila. It’s going to be a night for the books people, this we have got to see.     Lisa Macuja is the country’s Prima Ballerina, she took her first [...]

  (Forex Trading photo from forexmarketmentors.com)  Updated! new schedule: April 21,2012 (2-4pm) WHEN IN MANILA and looking for investment options, you may want to try trading the FOREX Market. I am an online forex trader myself and I am happy to share some tips on FOREX TRADING and how to get started on Online Forex Trading here in the Philippines.   WHAT IS FOREX TRADING? Forex is known as foreign exchange market, currency market or fx [...]

  WhenInManila, I know that we all tried to look for that one Manila hair salon that can do it right! Finding that place to get our hair done is usually such a long journey that usually takes lots of embarrassing too short bangs or wrong shade of hair color. We all want precision in cut, color, and styling because that’s how we all present ourselves, especially the girls! Well,  to those who are still [...]

    When In Manila, book fairs are aplenty but have you ever been on a floating one? Yes, a floating book fair inside a ship called the MV Logos Hope. The fair has an overwhelming selection of titles that ranges from childrens story books and pocket books like Nancy Drew to technical books like “Business Law” just to name a few.     LOGOS HOPE MORE THAN JUST A BOOK FAIR     What’s [...]

  When In Manila, I’ve been able to find the most amazing people, places and things, thanks of course to our blog and the people who appreciate what we do.   It all started out as me just wanting to share stories about my adventures and slowly, more and more contributors also wanted to share their stories on our site.     WhenInManila.com discovering the Philippines – Live More #livemore     The invites started [...]

   Malasimbo Festival: Art, Music and Nature at the Mt Malasimbo Outdoor Amphitheater        When in Manila, you get tired of the same old scene. The traffic, the long lines, soaring transportation costs make entertaining oneself in the city almost a chore.   Are you here for Malasimbo?   Imagine you are in a grass-terraced amphitheater flanked by coconut trees and verdant hills 250m above sea level. Above you, the moon is bright [...]

Ayala Malls 360˚ Launch: Greenbelt 5 Fashion Walk Mall-Goers Experience Future of Shopping     When In Manila, it will help if you have information on the latest in fashion trends or great deals so subscribe and stay tuned to Ayala Malls 360˚. Last two weeks ago, the When In Manila team had the privilege of being invited to the sit down press lunch fellowship at Kai Restaurant in Greenbelt 5 with key Ayala Malls [...]

  Sipat Lawin Ensemble Battalia Royale: Must See Interactive Theatrical Adventure Play (Battle Royale Philippines)     When In Manila, you may have heard about this new type of interactive theatrical ensemble that’s got people abuzz.   I have to admit, I was a skeptic at first. I mean indie theatre might have too much of a hurdle with their grassroots movement and all, but this was different, Sipat Lawin Ensemble’s Battalia Royale totally took [...]

  Writer’s Block Philippines, together with co.Lab, brings you Jumpstart Your Freelance Writing Career, the crash course edition!   This jam-packed one-day workshop will equip you with practical knowledge and business tools to start writing and build a career as a writer.   Jumpstart Your Freelance Writing Career–The Crash Course Edition March 17, Saturday, 9am to 6pm Co.Lab Optima Building Salcedo St. Legaspi Village Register now! Slots are limited! Mobile 0927.850.8280 Email: writersblock.ph@gmail.com Online registration is available HERE     [...]

    When in Manila, one might get a misinformed notion that no cool music event ever happens on our shores. That beyond the occasional Philippine leg tour of some big-name singer, we don’t have anything that’s ours. Unbeknownst to many, an almost underground music festival was born in 2011 and stirred much hype and intrigue. When the said event returned this year, it has officially cemented the Philippines into the must-see-music-festivals catalog of the world. [...]

    Chosen Children Village Outreach By: Tanya Llana   It was a gorgeous and beautiful day at The Chosen Children Village. The children were buzzing with excitement as the cars rode up the gravel rode and one by one the guests arrived.   Victoria Court has been taking care of the Chosen children Village since year 2000, thats 12 years of building cottages, donating basic necessities and giving cash for the operating expenses. Why [...]

Mari Mari, it simply means “Come, Come!” Situated approximately 25 minutes away from the Kota Kinabalu city centre is the Mari Mari Cultural Village. After our white water rafting adventure, we booked a tour! As one of the Sabah Tourism Board officials highly recom’d this one to me personally, I was expecting this to be more on the “staged” aspect. Apparently, the young actors (local Malays) gave us a comfortable outlook and my impression of “looking [...]

  Mariott Manila Hotel: Perfect Hotel Getaway within the Metro      When in Manila and in need of a break, staying over at the Marriott Hotel Manila would be a great idea. It’s very accessible if you’re coming from any of the NAIA terminals as there are free airport shuttle’s that will take you directly from the airport to the hotel.    My husband and I have been meaning to go on a mini [...]

5 teams, 4 itineraries, 3 exploration days, 2 daring souls and 1… well, 1000 Ringgit Malaysian money (PHP14,000) to scour for the most number of travel adventures with the least amount of money spent in Sabah, Malaysia. Sounds easy but a tough plan to beat.  As I proudly represented When In Manila during this leg, my gratitude and experience gained is comparable to a whirlwind in a tunnel. I did not look at this adventure [...]

Can you feel the heat already? Summer is officially here and soon we’ll be raring to hit the beaches for a much deserved summer break. Before doing that however, why not dare yourself to get fit. When in Manila, and you’ve gotten tired doing everyday running and monotonous workout sessions in the gyms, why not try out some pole dancing lessons with Polecats Manila?     That’s precisely what I did one Saturday last week. [...]