Renewable Energy, Zero-Waste for a World In 2026

Change in weather conditions, extreme climates, depleting natural resources, and other natural disasters have become a recurring occurrence in various parts of the world. As such realities keep happening, and even worsening, how do we imagine our #WorldIn2026? My travels have allowed me to come face to face with the negative effects of climate change …

6 Joys of Driving Your Own Car

For the early part of my professional years, I refused to avail of some of life’s conveniences: credit card, a car, and a home. Eventually, as my travels brought me to various places, I have come to appreciate the benefits of such things. Let me highlight on owning a car and how it has greatly …

Globe myBusiness

Explore the World of eCommerce through Globe myBusiness

The Christmas season brings heightened energy and more positive vibe to our surroundings. With the decors, the bazaars, the parties and events, there seems to be a lot of goings on. Beyond the physical sphere into the digital world, so much things are also happening. Online businesses and eCommerce is growing bigger, web-based shops are having …

L'Fisher Hotel

10 Reasons to Spend the Holidays at L’Fisher Bacolod

For those who have friends and relatives in Bacolod, known as the City of Smiles, located in the Negros Island at the Visayas region of the 7,107-island Philippines, visiting or spending their holiday vacations in this place is both fun and relaxing, at the same time. If you are one of those who plan to …

Vivo V5 launch

5 Things to Look For In A Smartphone for Travel Purposes

For people who love to travel and want to preserve the memories of their trip, it is important to find the right gadget to bring along with. I used to carry with me a bulky DSLR camera, which can take up space and weight. Nowadays, a very efficient smartphone can do the trick, with less …

Cyber Christmas Shopping with GCash

Black Friday, a day after Thanksgiving, is often regarded as the start of the Christmas shopping season in the US. Along with it, Cyber Monday is also another event that shoppers are anticipating. But even those from other parts of the world, including the Philippines, can now also enjoy the Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping …

Campuestohan

Running the highlands of Campuestohan

It was a not-so-short hike as we ascended the area of Campuestohan in Talisay City. I’m not referring to the popular highland resort in this vicinity but the greener portion towards the mountains where I once joined a tree planting activity with the Negros Forest and Ecological Foundation, Inc. or NFEFI. (READ: Tree planting at …

Jolly Heart Mate Canola Oil

A Jolly Festival Tour Around the Philippines

Celebrity mom and chef Donita Rose is setting the MassKara Festival on fire and is cooking her way around the Philippines with Jolly Heart Mate Canola Oil. She began her festival tour with the Kadayawan Festival in Davao City, then onwards to Naga City for the Peñafrancia Festival. The heartwarming feel of sharing a feast …

Siquijor, Philippines

How To Have The Best DIY Travel in the Philippines

Arranging a trip by yourself can be quite an interesting task, but with the proper preparation, it can be a whole lot of fun. It’s not just the actual journey itself that will make every travel episode enjoyable and gratifying, but it’s also the planning and putting all the pieces together that may generate the …

Food Trip in Brunei

When traveling, especially to a foreign country, local food is one of the things I always try. Eating in restaurants and eateries of different types and economic levels is one way of blending with the locals and observing their day-to-day life. Flavors and how food are prepared and presented often reflect the culture and tradition …

Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan

Vegetable Harvest at DSB with SM Foundation

The sun was up as we walked towards the harvest area. I could hear the laughter from the distance. When I got to the site, I discovered what kept everyone upbeat and jolly. The farmers were harvesting the vegetables and the watermelons they planted. This is the Kabalikat sa Kabuhayan (KSK) Farmers’ Training Program for …

Qing Yun Rest House

First-time in Qing Yun Rest House, Brunei

We climbed a few steps along a narrow stairway to the entrance of Qing Yun Rest House in Block I of the Abdul Razak Complex in Gadong, Brunei Darussalam. The inn occupied the entire floor and there were only six rooms and a reception room. Apparently, Qing Yun Rest House has several branches in Brunei …

Victorias City Organic Market and Pasalubong Center

Victorias City opened its Organic Market and Pasalubong Center

Victorias City, known as The Sweet Green City, located in the northern part of Negros Occidental, Philippines, is strengthening its organic farming industry with the recent opening of its Organic Market and Pasalubong Center. The local government believes that when it goes organic, it supports: O – Okay for you R – Restores ecological balance …

Converse

Travel and Battle the Elements with Converse

Chuck II Leads Converse Footwear Against the Wet Weather With Its NEW COUNTER CLIMATE COLLECTION What I like about unexpected meetings is that it often leads you to cross paths with old friends whom you haven’t seen for quite awhile. This happened during the intimate gathering of Converse store in Robinson’s Place Bacolod, Negros Occidental. …

Brunei

15 Places to Visit in the Brunei-Muara District

Bandar Seri Begawan or BSB, the capital of Brunei, is the main hub of this small wealthy nation. It is located in the Brunei-Muara District. Among the many capitals that I have visited, BSB is unique, because it has a laid back feel, where you get the luxury of time and space, while its grandeur …