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Conrad Manila shines at the World Luxury Awards 2024

    Conrad Manila is located within the prestigious Mall of Asia Complex offering stunning views of Manila Bay and the city skyline. The yacht-inspired hallmark on Manila Bay is situated atop the S Maison retail complex, providing direct access to premier shopping and  entertainment options. By Leony Garcia | Conrad Hotel is ending the year strong with its recent accolades, highlighting its luxury experiences and sustainable features. The newest recognitions came from the prestigious World Luxury Awards 2024. Conrad Spa:  Best Luxury City Hotel Spa in Southern Asia & Best Luxury Spa Retreat in the Philippines The hotel, along with its renowned Chinese restaurant, China Blue by Jereme Leung, and Conrad Spa, received multiple distinguished awards, further strengthening its reputation as a leader in the Philippine hospitality sector, to wit: Best Luxury Sustainable Hotel in Southern Asia, Best Luxury Conference & Event Hotel in the Philippines, and Best ...

Advocates call for preventive cardiovascular care for children

PJ Francisco, father of 12-year old son, Coco, led the launch of the advocacy campaign.  By Leony Garcia | Ahead of the Christmas season - - of fun gatherings and bingeing - - advocates for children's health recently launched a life-saving advocacy called Champions of Children’s Optimal (COCO) Heart Health. Founded by PJ and Ramelyn Francisco whose 12-year old son, Coco, suddenly succumbed to heart disease, the initiative is aimed at promoting preventive cardiovascular care and improving heart health awareness among pediatric populations to help create an uninterrupted, brilliant future for them. Ramelyn shared a touching message with the hope that, “Today, we start with a whisper which we believe will swell into a big, resounding voice that stands up for future generations”. Dr. Alberto Atilano, the Director of the Foundation for Lay Education on Heart Diseases, in his discussion during the event, tackled the value of primordial prevention of cardiovascular disease. According to h...

A Modern Fitness Center rises at the heart of Manila

By Leony R. Garcia | Good news for gym-goers, health & fitness enthusiasts, and wellness advocates! A modern fitness facility is right there in your preferred home away from home in the bustling City of Manila. The Manila Prince Hotel, a top choice for leisure and business travelers in Manila recently opened its Modern Fitness Center to further delight clients and loyal guests. "Manila Prince Hotel has always been a symbol of hospitality. Our goal is to create a space where they can achieve their fitness goals and improve their overall well-being throughout their stay with us,” MPH President Atty. Joey Lina said during the ribbon-cutting ceremony on November 8, 2024. Atty. Joey Lina is joined Elaine Santos, Manila Prince Hotel vice president for administration, Marvin Kim Tan, Manila Prince Hotel vice president for sales and marketing, and Riza Shanti Lim, a renowned fitness expert and wellness advocate, at the opening ceremonies.  Located at the Lower Lobby of the hotel, the ...

ManilART 2024 launches Visions in Glass featuring master glass sculptor Ramon Orlina

Authored by art critic Cid Reyes and designed by Dopy Doplon, the book showcases Orlina's remarkable journey as an artist. Comprising 57 chapters, it spans Orlina’s artistic journey from the 1960s to the present, highlighting his life’s work of transforming discarded glass cullets into stunning art pieces. The overall project was brought to life and spearheaded by his wife, Lay Ann Orlina. The launch was graced by notable personalities, including National Artist Virgilio Almario, Secretary Sonny Angara, Senator Allan Cayetano and Taguig Mayor Lani Cayetano, Dr. Jimmy Laya, celebrity art patron Ms. Assunta De Rossi Ledesma, Metrobank Foundation’s Chito and Anna SobrepeƱa, and Ms. Daphne Osena Paez. Miss Universe 2015 Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach-Jauncey was honored as the book’s Ambassador both at the book launch and the vernissage night attended by diplomats including Ambassador Dato' Abdul Malik Melvin Castelino of Malaysia, Ambassador Tull Traisorat of Thailand, Ambassador Dr. Lai Th...