Tag: Christmas in the Philippines

Words by Marielle Balmores Finally, it is that time of the year where every month ends with the syllable ‘-ber’, which only means one thing: Christmas is near! In the Philippine culture, Christmas season is …

It looks like we finally know why Filipinos seem to be obsessed with putting up Christmas decorations at the earliest possible chance (and leaving them until the last minute). It’s simple enough, really: Christmas decorations …

Words by John Peter Himor Christmas is just around the corner, and what better place to celebrate the holidays than in our own country?  The Philippines celebrates the Christmas season unlike any other. Across the country, …

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and the busiest season of all? I don’t get it. Like, what’s with the Holiday traffic and extended mall hours? We’re piled up at work with Christmas …

If there’s one distinct Filipino trait I’m proud of, it would be our courage to love our family despite the problems and hardships in life. We always look at the brighter side of things, even …

Nothing beats Filipino hospitality. In fact, we welcome our visitors with a warm smile and a variety of delectable food. It is one of the reasons why the Philippines is one of the top food …

When In Manila, they say Christmas season starts when the -ber months do. For some (like yours truly!) all the Christmas cheer as early as now can be too much! But, there are certain things that …

The Philippines is probably the only country that celebrates the festive season the earliest and the longest! It has been an annual tradition of many Filipinos to put up their Christmas trees with flickering lights …

Midas Hotel’s Annual Tree Lighting and First-Ever Iconic Artists Award: A Merry Night of Recognizing Filipino Artists   Exceptional Filipino artists are known to be represented worldwide. From music to arts to fashion to film …

Here’s the New Christmas Jingle for the Texting Capital of the World (That’s Us!) The most overplayed Christmas song is probably Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas is You.” The song is played nonstop …