Cityland Manila Residences Tower 2 Openhouse

Cityland with its unprecedented track record in real estate industry, invites everyone to a Grand Openhouse this May 15 – 22, in one of its newest project in Manila  The Manila Residences Tower II.

The Manila Residences Tower II is a 39-storey office, commercial and residential condominium strategically situated at 2310 Taft Avenue directly opposite De La Salle University, Malate, Manila. Conveniently close to transportation hubs, major roads, shopping centers, schools, business and commercial district, The Manila Residences Tower II is ideal for a home or office.

Amenities such as swimming pool, gym, multi-purpose function room with movable play set, multi-purpose deck, closed-circuit TV at the residential lobby counter and 24-hour association security will be provided for total comfort living and convenience.

Carefully planned commercial, office and residential units in bachelor’s pad, studio, 1, 2, and 3-bedroom types are offered in cash or easy installment scheme of up to 10 years. Avail of its school opening promotions given to early investors. You can reserve a unit for as low as P8,000, from May 15 – 22, 2014 only.

With Cityland projects in prime locations, expect a high-occupancy rate where units can be easily rented out for additional income and sure return of investment.

Cityland is the country’s Leading Condominium Developer National Awardee with more than 30 years of experience in the real estate industry. Cityland continues to stand on its commitment to provide homes and investment at affordable prices. At Cityland, we commit, we deliver.

SM Supports 23rd World Economic Forum

Philippine conglomerate SM Investments Corporation is a partner of the 23rd World Economic Forum on East Asia (WEF-EA) to be held from May 21 to 23, 2014 in Manila.

Headquartered in Geneva, WEF is a private-led international institution that aims to improve the state of the world through public-private cooperation in the spirit of global citizenship.

This is the first time that the Philippines will host the regional forum for East Asia. WEF cited the Philippines as “writing one of the greatest economic comeback stories in recent years”. The Philippines is poised to be the strongest performing Southeast Asian economy in 2014, with GDP growth projected to surpass 6.5%.

“The Philippines continues to provide great opportunities for investments. We have been committed investors in the country for over five decades. The WEF will further highlight the opportunities that the emerging Philippines offers. We look forward to the discussions which will uncover more opportunities in the region,” SM Vice Chairperson Teresita Sy-Coson said.

The WEF event will serve as an ideal platform for participants to deliberate the opportunities of the ASEAN Economic Community to promote greater inclusion across East Asia and to instil more resilient decision-making in the face of unpredictable economic and natural disruptions.

WEF noted that ASEAN is one of the fastest-growing regional economies in the world, and is one year away from launching the ASEAN Economic Community, a common market which will comprise 600 million people and have a combined GDP of nearly US$ 2 trillion. It further noted that fresh demand in Europe and the United States, along with recently concluded trade agreements, are expected to boost production and consumption in East Asia. Almost all of the 10 ASEAN economies are expecting growth above 5% in 2014.

In parallel with the WEF regional meeting, SM and BDO Unibank, Inc. are also joint gold sponsors in the 10th ASEAN Finance Ministers’ Investors Seminar (AFMIS), a key gathering hosted by the Philippine government on May 20, 2014. This year, the AFMIS aims to tackle ASEAN’s growth prospects, the ongoing initiatives of the ASEAN Finance Process to the ASEAN Economic Community, and the milestones and investment opportunities for individual economies and various country sectors. The AFMIS is held yearly since 2004 to promote ASEAN as an investment destination.

SM for its part is strongly committed to the Philippines, having established a foothold in the retail, property and banking businesses for over 50 years. The company continues to invest heavily in these sectors while it hones other investments to achieve sustainable growth and support the country’s development footprint.

Get More Indulgence by Enjoying More of Resorts World Manila

A world of enticing lifestyle alternatives abound in the Philippines’ one-stop, nonstop tourism destination, Resorts World Manila (RWM), including a wide range of superb restaurants serving up the most delectable dishes from East to West. This year, with the launch of the RWM Indulge Dining Club Card, guests may experience more ways to enjoy the many signature restaurants of the integrated lifestyle hub.

For only P6,999 exclusive members of the RWM Indulge Dining Club Card get gift certificates with big discounts on dining, hotel accommodations, talk of the town entertainment, and banquet/event privileges, making for a grand RWM experience good for one whole year.

Points earned by members may also be used to avail of the RWM Indulge Dining Club Card and can be redeemed in the various RWM signature restaurants for only 6499 Points.

With two (2) dining certificates of 50% discounts on total food bills (excluding beverages), for a group of 5-10, cardholders may enjoy the scrumptious dishes from French-themed Impressions, Cantonese restaurant Passion, cozy coffee bar and lounge place Café Maxims, Mediterranean cuisine serving The Terrace, the Japanese-Korean fusion of Ginzadon, Filipino favorites buffet at Mercado, and entertainment hotspots Bar 360 and Bar 180.

More dining treats come in with the RWM Indulge Dining Club Card such as one complimentary Dimsum Buffet for one at Passion, one complimentary bottle of Caldora red wine at Impressions, free Crazy Maki certificate at Ginzadon, and one complimentary Vanilla Velvet Cake at Café Maxims (redeemable during cardholder’s birthday month).

For all signature RWM dining outlets, cardholders may also enjoy 15% off on all beverages, and up to 50% dining discounts in total food bills.

More advantages entitle bearers of the RWM Indulge Dining Club Card as aside from dining incentives, six more packet inclusions for ultimate thrills are can be availed including up to 50% discount on group dining certificates; four complimentary F&B certificates; two hotel accommodation certificates at Remington Hotel; Newport Performing Arts Theater shows discounts; two Newport Cinema tickets valid for one year; one Banquet / Social Event referral incentive; and Member Referral cash perks.

Truly something that’s worth the buck, the RWM Indulge Dining Club Card is every guest’s gateway to the countless lifestyle options and world-class entertainment that proves nothing compares to the premier integrated resort in the Philippines.

Log on to www.rwmanila.com or call the Indulge Dining Club Indulge Dining Club Hotline at (632) 831-1562 for more details on how to avail the RWM Indulge Dining Club Card.

Get More Indulgence by Enjoying More of Resorts World Manila

A world of enticing lifestyle alternatives abound in the Philippines’ one-stop, nonstop tourism destination, Resorts World Manila (RWM), including a wide range of superb restaurants serving up the most delectable dishes from East to West. This year, with the launch of the RWM Indulge Dining Club Card, guests may experience more ways to enjoy the many signature restaurants of the integrated lifestyle hub.

For only P6,999 exclusive members of the RWM Indulge Dining Club Card get gift certificates with big discounts on dining, hotel accommodations, talk of the town entertainment, and banquet/event privileges, making for a grand RWM experience good for one whole year.

Points earned by members may also be used to avail of the RWM Indulge Dining Club Card and can be redeemed in the various RWM signature restaurants for only 6499 Points.

With two (2) dining certificates of 50% discounts on total food bills (excluding beverages), for a group of 5-10, cardholders may enjoy the scrumptious dishes from French-themed Impressions, Cantonese restaurant Passion, cozy coffee bar and lounge place Café Maxims, Mediterranean cuisine serving The Terrace, the Japanese-Korean fusion of Ginzadon, Filipino favorites buffet at Mercado, and entertainment hotspots Bar 360 and Bar 180.

More dining treats come in with the RWM Indulge Dining Club Card such as one complimentary Dimsum Buffet for one at Passion, one complimentary bottle of Caldora red wine at Impressions, free Crazy Maki certificate at Ginzadon, and one complimentary Vanilla Velvet Cake at Café Maxims (redeemable during cardholder’s birthday month).

For all signature RWM dining outlets, cardholders may also enjoy 15% off on all beverages, and up to 50% dining discounts in total food bills.

More advantages entitle bearers of the RWM Indulge Dining Club Card as aside from dining incentives, six more packet inclusions for ultimate thrills are can be availed including up to 50% discount on group dining certificates; four complimentary F&B certificates; two hotel accommodation certificates at Remington Hotel; Newport Performing Arts Theater shows discounts; two Newport Cinema tickets valid for one year; one Banquet / Social Event referral incentive; and Member Referral cash perks.

Truly something that’s worth the buck, the RWM Indulge Dining Club Card is every guest’s gateway to the countless lifestyle options and world-class entertainment that proves nothing compares to the premier integrated resort in the Philippines.

Log on to www.rwmanila.com or call the Indulge Dining Club Indulge Dining Club Hotline at (632) 831-1562 for more details on how to avail the RWM Indulge Dining Club Card.

Edsa Shangri-La, Manila Names Director of Communications

Edsa Shangri-La, Manila has appointed Cristina del Carmen director of communications of the multi-awarded city resort hotel, the first Shangri-La property opened in the Philippines.

With over 10 years of combined experience in the hospitality and advertising industries, del Carmen has served at European five-star luxury hotel brands and in global creative agency networks. Strategic marketing communications, public relations, advertising and events management are among her core competencies.

“We are delighted to have Ms. del Carmen with us. She espouses the core values that we at Shangri-La stand for, and I am confident that her experience, dynamism and passion for service excellence will enable her to drive the hotel’s brand communications and community relations efforts with great success,” Hotel General Manager Patrick Schaub said.

Hong Kong-based Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts currently owns and/or manages more than 80 hotels under the Shangri-La brand with a room inventory of over 34,000. Shangri-La hotels are five-star deluxe properties featuring extensive luxury facilities and services. Shangri-La hotels are located in Australia, Canada, mainland China, Fiji, France, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Maldives, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Sultanate of Oman, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom. The group has a substantial development pipeline with upcoming projects in mainland China, India, Mongolia, Myanmar, Philippines, Qatar and Sri Lanka. For more information and reservations, please contact a travel professional or access the website at www.shangri-la.com.