Swiss watchmaking maison Girard-Perregaux ushered in the 50th anniversary of its emblematic Laureato with a Manila unveiling that blended quiet glamor with horological gravitas. The event marked not just the arrival of a commemorative timepiece, but the continuation of a design lineage that has shaped the modern luxury sports watch. To understand the significance of […]

Filipinos are among Asia’s most optimistic about aging but remain structurally unprepared for longer lifespans, a disconnect that underscores how lifestyle aspirations are changing faster than the country’s savings habits. A new Manulife study shows retirement planning in the Philippines is being shaped less by longevity fears and more by the desire for dignity, independence, […]

Long after most travelers would consider their life list complete, Miami-based Filipina-American Luisa Yu has refused to slow down. At 81, the woman who finished visiting all 193 UN-recognized countries in 2023 has instead sought out even harsher frontiers and harder journeys, a relentless streak that has now earned her the Most Intrepid Traveler award […]

Today, November 30, Bonifacio Day, we remember Andrés Bonifacio as the “Father of the Philippine Revolution”. But did you know that before he became the country’s proto–revolutionary icon, Bonifacio lived another life—one strikingly familiar to the world we inhabit now? A world of hustles and side gigs, branding decisions and financial controls, startups and fractured […]

The Mariners Club in Hong Kong reopened on November 18 after seven years of redevelopment and a 2023 construction-site fire that nearly derailed the project. Its return revives a long-standing haven for international crews, among them the many Filipino seafarers who frequently pass through the city. The new facility—now officially renamed The Mariners—occupies the lower […]

When Taiwanese national Justin Liu began exploring the Philippines more than a decade ago, he never imagined he would become the first known foreigner to set foot in all 82 of its provinces. His milestone—quietly built over 15 years—will be formally recognized this December when the Philippine Global Explorers (PGE) awards him the title of […]

The Best Hotels & Resorts Awards returned to Washington, D.C. this year with a singular focus: celebrating the hospitality brands shaping what travel will look and feel like in the decade ahead. In a city known for diplomacy and gravitas, the 2025 ceremony unfolded as both a global showcase and a quiet assertion of where […]

Manila’s moment has arrived. Chosen by National Geographic as one of its “Best of the World” destinations for 2026, the Philippine capital steps onto the global stage with a confidence that feels both overdue and undeniable. According to National Geographic, this selection highlights Manila’s dynamic food culture, rich history, and evolving urban scene, making it […]

For millions of Filipinos living abroad, the promise of a better life often comes at the cost of distance—holidays spent oceans away from the people they love most. But this Christmas, GCash is offering a way to bridge that gap and bring families back together. The Philippines’ leading finance super app has teamed up with […]

P-pop powerhouse BINI brought their effortless charm to Davao last weekend for the launch of Penshoppe’s Cozy Days Ahead—a collection that celebrates slowing down, finding comfort, and embracing style that feels personal and enduring. For Penshoppe, the campaign marks a new chapter in its 2025 story—one centered on ease, connection, and timeless wearability. For BINI, […]