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Pag-IBIG Fund, City Government of Naga help employees become homeowners

Pag-IBIG Fund and the City Government of Naga began turning over affordable homes Tuesday to qualified city government employees who are acquiring their properties through Pag-IBIG Housing Loans. The turnover marks the first group of city employees to become homeowners through a partnership signed just two months ago to help public servants, particularly those in lower salary grades and first-time homebuyers, gain greater access...

Belmont Hotel Manila celebrates Filipino creativity with ‘Hiraya: Beyond the Gallery’

Belmont Hotel Manila continues its commitment to championing Filipino creativity with "Hiraya: Beyond the Gallery," featuring the first solo exhibition of Filipino landscape photographer Brix Tan. The exhibition brings Tan’s collection of fine art landscape photography into the hotel, offering guests and visitors an opportunity to experience the beauty of the Philippines through his lens. The exhibition is the latest chapter of "Hiraya," the hotel’s platform...

PAGKAMBOAN: HONORING THE DEAD AND SPIRITS OF ANCESTORS IN TABAWAN ISLAND, TAWI-TAWI

By Roel Hoang Manipon Every year, residents of Tabawan Island gather for one of their important celebrations, the Pagkamboan. Those living or working in other...

SM Hotels announces appointment of Melissa Carlos as Vice President for Commercial

Seasoned hospitality executive Melissa J. Carlos is the new Vice President for Commercial of SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation (SMHCC). Her recent appointment came...

Lanson Place Mall of Asia, Manila recognized as a Happy Employer Brand 2026, celebrating a workplace where people thrive

Lanson Place Mall of Asia, Manila has been recognized as one of the hotel awardees for the Happy Employer Brands 2026, a prestigious distinction...

Conrad Manila celebrates ‘A Decade of Love’ with ‘Inspired Beginnings 2026: A Curated Bridal Fair’ featuring Furne Amato and the country’s finest wedding experts

The luxury hotel’s signature bridal showcase takes place in June, promising a meaningful impact on its guests’ most cherished celebrations and life’s most memorable...

SM Hotels champions a future-ready hospitality workforce at Career Connect 2025

SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation (SMHCC) proudly took part in hosting Career Connect, a dynamic and integrated career fair held at the SMX Convention...

Conrad Manila appoints Rupert Hallam as General Manager

Conrad Manila has appointed Rupert Hallam as its General Manager, effective January 2026, as the hotel enters its 10th anniversary year. Hallam brings more...

Juergen Kreipl appointed General Manager of New World Makati Hotel

New World Makati Hotel is pleased to announce the appointment of Juergen Kreipl as General Manager, effective November 21, 2025. In his new role, Kreipl...

Women take over Araneta Hotels Inc. as a powerful force of female leadership emerges at Novotel and ibis Styles Manila Araneta City

Araneta Hotels Inc. proudly announces a new era of empowered leadership as 10 out of 15 executive committee roles across Novotel and ibis Styles...

World Traveller launches ‘Travel Tales’ with Kach Umandap

World Traveller champions meaningful journeys, equipping Filipinos to see the world with the right mindset, the right stories, and the right gear. Travel isn’t just...

Conrad Manila Presents ‘Inspired Beginnings 2025’: A Curated Bridal Showcase Featuring Francis Libiran and the Country’s Top Wedding Tastemakers

The hotel’s premier wedding fair returns this June, offering soon-to-weds an exclusive opportunity to meet some of the country’s finest designers, stylists, and event...

Redefining Hospitality Sales and Marketing for the Next Generation

HSMA Philippines Holds 3rd Annual Sales and Marketing Summit (Makati, May 29, 2025) ... Now in its third year, the Hotel Sales and Marketing Association...

Salum and Champ Green shine bright at the Puregold CinePanalo 2025 awards night

Hiligaynon full-length film Salum directed by TM Malones and Mindanaoan short film Champ Green were honored the top prizes in their respective categories at...