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Take pleasure in your serene stay at the Golden Seagulls Hotel

Welcome to the Golden Seagulls Hotel, which opened its doors in September 2024 and boasts a prime location close to Manila Bay. Our seaview balcony offers stunning sunset views, adding to the tranquility and memorability of your stay.

Our hotel has 75 well furnished rooms that can accommodate a variety of visitors: 

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  • King Rooms – Perfect for couples (2 pax)
  • Twin Rooms – Ideal for small groups (4 pax)
  • Executive Rooms – Designed for business or leisure travelers (4 pax)
  • Family Rooms – Spacious accommodations for big groups (up to 6 pax)

We provide complimentary airport shuttle service for pick-up and drop-off, ensuring a hassle-free arrival and departure.

Facilities & Amenities:

  • 8th Floor – Pool, Gym, and Restaurant with stunning views
  • Ground Floor – Spa, Salon, Restaurant, and Convenience Store
  • Nearby Establishments – Just a minute’s walk to additional 24-hour restaurants and convenience stores to meet your needs.

Prime Location

Golden Seagulls Hotel is conveniently located near top entertainment and shopping destinations:

  • Okada Manila – For those who enjoy casino gaming and events.
  • Solaire Resort – Another premium casino and entertainment hub.
  • Ayala Malls & SM Mall of Asia – Just a short drive for shopping and dining.
  • Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) – Only 15-20 minutes away, perfect for travelers.

Comfort, convenience, and a memorable experience by Manila Bay are provided by the Golden Seagulls Hotel, whether you’re here on business, vacation, or with your family.

We are excited to have you visit us!

*Contributed photos by Red Mier

Lifestyle, News

The 2025 Furniture and Design Expo Highlights Philippine Design

Put the Philippine International Furniture Show (PIFS) and Interior & Design Manila (IDM) on your calendars. They will take place at the SMX Convention Center in Manila from March 6–8, 2025. Under the theme “Philippines: An Archipelago of Design,” this thrilling back-to-back event will highlight the finest of Filipino design, honoring the rich diversity and creativity of the country’s furnishings and décor.

A gorgeous selection of lighting, furniture, and home accents that combine classic workmanship with contemporary innovation will be on display at the event. The Philippines is a major player in the global design landscape, and visitors can anticipate seeing high-quality, sustainable designs from both up-and-coming and renowned Filipino designers.

The event will also include a Designer Awards ceremony, a pavilion by famous architect Anton Mendoza, and art pieces that highlight the value of local creativity. The MVMT Design Competition, which promotes new, modern viewpoints on Filipino design, is one of the seminars and contests in which attendees can take part.

To guarantee your place, pre-register for free at PIFS Registration (https://pifs.ph/registration) before March 4. It costs P300 to register in person.

Visit www.pifs.ph or www.interioranddesignmanila.com for additional information.

Beauty, Lifestyle

A new addition to our hair care treatment, Hello Glow Shampoo!

Known for its safe and efficient beauty breakthroughs, Hello Glow is pleased to announce the release of its most recent innovation: the Hello Glow Keratin Shampoo and Conditioner. In keeping with its pledge to provide products devoid of dangerous chemicals, Hello Glow’s most recent hair care collection is entirely sulfate-free, providing a mild yet effective remedy for stronger, healthier hair.

Why Sulfate-Free Matters

Traditional shampoos often rely on sulfates like Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) to create foam. However, SLS can strip the scalp of its natural oils, leading to dryness, brittleness, and damage. The Hello Glow Keratin Shampoo eliminates the need for sulfates, offering a gentler cleanse that maintains the scalp’s natural balance and leaves hair hydrated and vibrant. The shampoo’s reduced foam is a hallmark of its sulfate-free formula, proving that gentleness is key to lasting hair health.

“At Hello Glow, we believe that beauty starts with safety and sustainability,” shares Denice Sy, founder of Hello Glow. “With our sulfate-free Keratin Shampoo and Conditioner, we’re redefining hair care by offering a product that nourishes, strengthens, and protects without compromising health or the environment. This is hair care you can trust.”

Nature’s Best Ingredients for Healthier Hair

Hello Glow’s Keratin Hair Care Collection is enriched with a blend of natural and scientifically proven ingredients to fortify and revitalize every strand.

  • Argan Oil – provides intense hydration, reduces frizz, and restores hair’s natural shine.
  • Macadamia Seed Oil – a lightweight oil that smooths frizz, enhances elasticity, and strengthens hair to prevent breakage.
  • Oat Peptide – a plant-based ingredient that penetrates deep into hair fibers to repair damage, improve texture, and boost overall resilience.

These powerhouse ingredients work in harmony to nurture and protect hair fibers, leaving your hair softer, shinier, and more manageable. For optimal results, pair the Hello Glow Keratin Shampoo with the Hello Glow Keratin Conditioner. Together, they provide a complete care system that deeply nourishes, strengthens, and protects your hair.

An Indulgence for the Senses

The Hello Glow Keratin Shampoo and Conditioner also elevate your hair care routine with a fresh, delightful scent, making every wash a sensory treat.

Affordable Luxury for Everyone

The Hello Glow Keratin Shampoo and Conditioner, which retail for under Php 249 each, provide salon-quality results without breaking the bank. Everyone may now afford opulent hair care thanks to Hello Glow.

The Hello Glow Keratin Hair Care Collection is now offered both in-person, exclusively at Watsons and SM Department storefronts around the country, and online at Hello Glow’s flagship storefronts on Shopee, TikTok, and Lazada.

With Hello Glow’s sulfate-free Keratin Shampoo and Conditioner, you can experience the power of less foam and more care for gorgeous, healthy hair—because your hair deserves to shine naturally!

Fashion, Lifestyle

JGoldcrown x Skechers: Find Your Match

Wearing Skechers x JGoldcrown: Skechers Street™ Uno – Twin Hearts will make hearts skip a beat. This lace-up fashion sneaker has a synthetic durabuck upper, Skech-Air® airbag midsole, Skechers Air-Cooled Memory Foam® insoles, and a print of artist James Goldcrown’s iconic “#Lovewall” heart pattern.

Are you a lover? Then display it when you put on a pair of Skechers x JGoldcrown: Skechers Street™ UNO – Golden Heart.  This lace-up style sneaker has a synthetic Durabuck top, a Skechers Air-Cooled Memory Foam® footbed, a visible Skech-Air® airbag midsole, and golden mylar embroidery with the artist’s distinctive heart motif.

No matter your love language, you’ll speak it perfectly wearing Skechers Street™ x JGoldcrown: Uno – Love All Around. This take on the signature Skechers UNO silhouette features a fresh print of the iconic Goldcrown heart design, a synthetic durabuck upper with visible Skech-Air® airbag midsole, and a Skechers Air-Cooled Memory Foam® insole that will have you head over heels for the max level of comfort.

Wear your heart on your sleeve – or rather, your footwear – when you put on a pair of Skechers x JGoldcrown Eden LX – Gleaming Hearts. This low-profile court style lace-up features a smooth duraleather upper with metallic heart print and embroidery details, a platform midsole, and a Skechers Air-Cooled Memory Foam® cushioned comfort insole.

When you put on a pair of Skechers Arch Fit® Go Foam® – Eternal Love, you can elevate your love of comfort and style. You can dress in love and walking comfort with these Skechers Foamies, which are designed with podiatrist-certified arch support and feature artist James Goldcrown’s famed heart design!

Lifestyle, News

Alsons Dev formally promotes DCWD’s Watershed Management Initiative

L-R: DCWD Environment and Watershed Protection Division Manager Anji Laura A. Grecia-Lorona, DCWD Community Relations and External Affairs Department Manager Jovana Cresta T. Duhaylungsod, DCWD General Manager Mildred G. Aviles, CPA, DM-HRM, Alsons Dev Vice President & General Manager Eric de la Costa, Alsons Dev Corporate Communications Manager Margarita Rey-Gross, and Alcantara Foundation Executive Director Ryan Vidanes formalize their partnership through a Memorandum of Agreement signing, signifying Alsons Dev’s commitment to adopt a five-hectare area in the Mt. Tipolog-Tamugan Watershed.

On February 13, 2025, a Memorandum of Agreement was signed at the Alsons Dev Poblacion Market Central Sales Showroom, formally establishing the collaboration between Alsons Development and Investment Corporation (Alsons Dev) and the Davao City Water District (DCWD) for the Adopt-A-Site project.

The signing was led by Ryan Vidanes, Executive Director of the Alcantara Foundation, the CSR division of the Alcantara Group; Alsons Dev Vice President & General Manager Eric de la Costa; Alsons Dev Corporate Communications Manager Margarita Rey-Gross; DCWD General Manager Mildred G. Aviles, CPA, DM-HRM; DCWD Environment and Watershed Protection Division Manager Anji Laura A. Grecia-Lorona; and Department Manager Jovana Cresta T. Duhaylungsod.

Through this partnership, Alsons Dev will adopt and rehabilitate five hectares of land in the Mt. Tipolog-Tamugan Watershed as part of DCWD’s Integrated Watershed Management Program. This initiative supports the protection of this critical water source through sustained reforestation and maintenance efforts over the next five years.

In order to ensure a sustainable water supply for future generations, the Adopt-A-Site project promotes stakeholder involvement in watershed protection. Alsons Dev’s involvement demonstrates the business’s enduring dedication to sustainable development and environmental care.

One of Davao’s top real estate developers, Alsons Dev, is dedicated to building thriving, sustainable communities. Go to https://alsonsdev.com/ to learn more about Alsons Dev.

Lifestyle, News

The New BFF Card Is Digital: You Can Tap Anywhere to Access All of Your Bistro Benefits

All it takes is a tap to have your next fantastic meal! Now available digitally, the new Bistro BFF Card grants you immediate access to special offers at more than 20 Bistro Group locations. Downloading the app will allow you to take advantage of eating benefits you were unaware you required, eliminating the need to carry a real card.

There are many different cuisines to choose from. There is a dish that will appeal to you no matter what you want to eat. Pizza, pasta, dim sum, burgers, steaks, and ribs? All-day breakfast, sushi, seafood, paella? Maybe buffalo wings or Korean BBQ?

With the new BFF Virtual Card, you can also take advantage of incredible and exclusive benefits that enhance the enjoyment of every meal.

Exclusive Perks for BFF Members

✔ Huge Discounts – Enjoy 30% off every Monday and 20% off from Tuesday to Sunday at all Bistro Group restaurants.
✔ ₱1,000 Dining Voucher – Can be used at any Bistro restaurant of your choice.
✔ Exclusive First Access – Be the first to enjoy special limited-time offers.
✔ Bistro Delivers – Order your favorites online via the Bistro Delivers app with a 20% discount.
✔ Kids Can Eat Free – Bring the whole family because kids can dine for free (maximum of 2 kids, entrée purchase required)                            

✔ Complimentary Tea or Coffee – Enjoy a free tea or coffee each time you dine in.

✔ Bistro Delivers –  Order your favorites online via bistrodelivers.com.ph with a 20% discount

Additionally, if you would like to eat your favorite bistro fare at home or at work, you may purchase online and get 20% off when you use your Bistro BFF app—a discount available just to BFF members who have the BFF app!

Make the switch to digital now! You can buy your BFF Card at any bistro restaurant or download it from the App Store or Google Play (App Store: https://2me.ph/QKOQQO, Google Play Store: https://2me.ph/OYWGEB).

Lifestyle, News

The winners of the Shop & Win Raffle promotion receive keys to a Porsche 911 Carrera S and a Kia Sonet from Landers Superstore

Landers Superstore Chief Transformation Officer Bill Cummings turns over the key to a brand-new Porsche 911 Carrera S to Ms. Ingrid Rose Panuncialman, a lucky winner from Landers Alabang, during the Grand Shop & Win Raffle Awarding Ceremony.

During the Shop & Win Raffle Grand Awarding Ceremony, Landers Superstore, the nation’s fastest-growing membership shopping destination, gave two lucky members brand-new automobiles, making shopping even more rewarding. An exciting highlight of the brand’s eighth-anniversary celebration, the event took place at Landers Arca South on February 13, 2025.

The day is full of amusement and fun as we come to celebrate an important milestone with Landers. A lot of exciting prizes and discoveries have come our way, and I am so delighted to have witnessed it all. We are also thrilled to know who the fortunate individuals are that have won their huge prize for being a loyal customer.

Landers Superstore Chief Transformation Officer Bill Cummings (far left) hands over the key to a brand-new Kia Sonet to Ms. Joy Felycitas Alzate of Landers Davao (3rd from left), alongside Kia Philippines executives Ms. Marikit Ligaya Bati, Assistant Brand Marketing Manager (2nd from left), and Ms. Celine Acasio, Fleet and Special Sales Manager (far right), at the Grand Shop & Win Raffle Awarding Ceremony.

Joy Felycitas Alzate from Landers Davao got a chic Kia Sonet, while Ingrid Rose Panuncialman from Landers Alabang took home the top prize—a lavish Porsche 911 Carrera S—out of millions of eager competitors. When Kia Philippines officials joined Landers’ Chief Transformation Officer Bill Cummings in presenting the keys for the Kia Sonet award, both recipients were beaming.

From Grocery Runs to Life-Changing Rides

Winning a high-performance car for simply shopping felt surreal for Ingrid Rose Panuncialman, who described the moment as “a dream come true.” She added, “Landers has always given us great deals, but I never expected to win a Porsche just by being a member.”

For Joy Felycitas Alzate, the news came as a delightful surprise. As a loyal Landers member since the Davao branch opened, she shared, “I joined just for fun. I never thought I’d actually win a car!”

3 Million Entries, 64 Winners, Unlimited Excitement

The Shop & Win Raffle, which ran from June to December 2024, attracted a record-breaking 3 million entries from Landers members across its 14 stores nationwide. Aside from the two car winners, 64 other lucky participants received exciting prizes such as:

  • 1-Year Supply of Landers Caltex Fuel
  • 1-Year Supply of Landers Central Pizza
  • iPads, Gift Certificates, Maya Credits, and more

This overwhelming response reflects the excitement and trust Landers has built with its growing 2-million-strong membership community.

Membership Means More—And It’s Just the Beginning

With the winners

The raffle’s success demonstrates Landers Superstore’s commitment to giving each member a sense of worth. Bill Cummings stated,  “We want our members to know that when they choose Landers, they’re choosing more than just great products—they’re choosing a rewarding experience.

Given the amazing attendance at the Shop & Win Raffle, Landers anticipates even more surprises and fulfilling events in the future.

Go to www.landers.ph or follow Landers Superstore on social media to be informed about future promotions and exclusive member benefits.

Lifestyle, Tech

Globe’s G Raffle Rush: Trike driver wins condo

Resty Trinidad, a tricycle driver from Nueva Ecija, was the lucky winner of a brand new condominium unit via Globe’s G Raffle Rush.

A modest tricycle driver in the rural town of San Isidro, Nueva Ecija, just received the most surprising and transformative gift of his life.

After winning the grand prize in the G Raffle Rush last September 2024, 47-year-old Resty Trinidad, who has been a Globe customer for more than 20 years, now owns a brand-new condominium unit at the Avida Astrea in Fairview, Quezon City. One of the highlights of Globe’s yearly G Day celebrations last year was the Avida Land prize.

Living with his parents and extended family, Resty works tirelessly as a tricycle driver while running a side e-loading business to make ends meet. Little did he know that his 20 years as a Globe subscriber would one day lead him to his new home, offering his family the security and comfort they have always dreamed of.

“Hindi ko akalain na mangyayari ito sa akin,” Resty said, expressing his gratitude to Globe for his prize. “Isang malaking tulong po ito para sa pamilya ko, at nagpapasalamat ako sa Globe sa pagbibigay ng ganitong pagkakataon. Patuloy po akong magsisilbing loyal na customer ng Globe.”

“Resty’s story is an inspiration to all of us. His win highlights the true value of Globe Rewards, which is about empowering our customers to unlock everyday wins and create meaningful experiences. We’re proud to be part of his journey and we are excited to bring this same experience to more customers as they move forward with Globe,” said Jerome Patalud, Head of Globe Rewards.

Last September 2024, G Raffle Rush allowed Globe customers to redeem raffle entries with their Rewards points. Each point provided five entries, offering customers more chances to take home incredible prizes.

Aside from the Avida condo unit, G Raffle Rush prizes included a luxury vacation package for four in Palawan, a brand-new BYD Dolphin Electric Vehicle, two Gogoro Jego smart scooters, Php120,000 worth of SM shopping spree vouchers powered by Share Treats, Samsung S24+ smartphones, HUAWEI Pura 70 Pro smartphones, and 5x Php100,000 GCash, among many others.

Globe helps fulfil the desires of its clients with the All-New Rewards program. To experience fresh surprises and get the benefits of being a devoted Globe client, sign up for the All-fresh Rewards program.

In order to maximise your Globe Rewards Points before they expire on March 31, keep an eye out for another round of G Raffle Rush on February 24. This time, there will be shopping cards, GCash, and all-expense paid trips up for grabs.

Explore Globe’s website at https://www.globe.com.ph/.

Lifestyle, News

In the Global 100 rankings, Schneider Electric was voted the World’s Most Sustainable Corporation for the second consecutive year

  • Schneider Electric is the first-ever corporation to top Corporate Knights Global 100 twice.
  • This marks the company’s 14th consecutive year on the list, achieving a top 10 ranking for the 7th time.  
  • The global recognition highlights Schneider Electric’s outstanding efforts in advancing sustainability and innovation in emerging markets worldwide, including the Philippines.

Leading energy management and automation digital transformation leader Schneider Electric was named the World’s Most Sustainable Corporation for 2025 by Corporate Knights. The company is the first to ever rank first in the Global 100 twice, having done so in 2021. Schneider’s long standing dedication to providing the greatest environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives in promoting sustainability and innovation throughout emerging markets globally, including the Philippines, is recognized by this international accolade.

“For many years now, sustainability has been at the heart of what Schneider Electric does. For an IMPACT company it’s more than just a corporate goal, it’s the driving force that shapes our business decisions and inspires our employees,” said Olivier Blum, Schneider Electric’s Chief Executive Officer. “This second title as the World’s Most Sustainable Corporation from Corporate Knights, alongside other key ESG recognitions, is testimony to the valuable, long-term positive impact we have.” 

Schneider Electric’s exceptional sustainability efforts, such as encouraging gender diversity in leadership, creating cutting-edge solutions for energy efficiency, electrification, and decarbonization, and linking executive pay incentives to its sustainability goals, earned it the top spot in this year’s Global 100 index. The company also received high marks for making large expenditures in sustainable R&D and successfully separating energy use and carbon emissions from commercial expansion.

This global commitment to sustainability is also mirrored in Schneider Electric’s impactful initiatives in the Philippines. In recent years, the company has demonstrated leadership in sustainable development practices across the country, including being named the most Gender-Inclusive Workplace by the 2024 United Nations Regional Asia-Pacific Women’s Empowerment Principles Awards for its efforts in advancing gender equality and inclusion in the workplace, all while delivering energy-efficient solutions through the expansion of its Smart Distribution Center in Cavite.

With 98% of Philippine firms prioritizing sustainability according to the company’s Green Impact Gap Survey 2024, Schneider Electric continuously supports local companies by advancing energy-efficient technologies, digitalization, and solutions for supply volatility and price fluctuations.

“Digitalization is becoming increasingly crucial for Filipino businesses. While challenges still remain, we are making significant strides,” said Ireen Catane, Country President of Schneider Electric Philippines. “Now, being recognized as the most sustainable corporation in the world twice in a row, it is high time to further accelerate efforts in transforming emerging markets in the Philippines into sustainable landscapes that drive progress and innovation.”

Corporate Knights’ Global 100 index uses publicly available data to score businesses according to sustainability. For 14 years running, Schneider Electric has been on the list, and it has placed in the top 10 seven times, which is a record for its category. The Schneider Sustainability Impact Program, which tracks ESG progress toward 2025 goals, began and ended with these recognitions.

Lifestyle, Sports

Skechers, the 7×7 Football League Philippines’ official footwear and presenting partner, helps the league achieve its goal of promoting the sport locally

With a new partnership with international footwear brand Skechers as Official Footwear and Presenting Partner, the exciting 7X7 League in the Philippines, led by former Philippine men’s football captain Anton del Rosario, is getting ready for a busy 2025 season.

This collaboration is undoubtedly a game-changer for the community because, in addition to giving our players confidence with their cutting-edge Skechers Football boots, Skechers also gives the nation’s fastest-growing football league unparalleled support and motivation to keep winning.

As the 7s Football League expand across 16 cities, hosting over 34 events nationwide, the new collaboration with Skechers provides entryways for grassroots players, semi-professionals, and elite athletes to experience what specially engineered sports technology and game-ready comfort truly means.

The Best Season Yet

As the league welcome new seasons in its two divisions which would reshape the landscape of Philippine football for its players, athletes, and fans alike, the 7s Football League continue to find ways for players from the community to professional level to make every game a win closer to their own goals.

For 2025, three major sporting events are set to take the calendar by storm along with energizing special activations set to be the best one yet.

The regular 7s Football League, which truly is the heart of the community, will commence from February 16 to December.

Over 5,000 youth players and 2,000 adult players expected to compete across 34 events.

The 7s Super League, which pits the best seven-a-side football teams in the NCR showcasing their commendable talent, will also run from February 16 to August 10.

Taking it to the next level is the Kampeon Cup, a national tournament where the finest youth, women, and men’s players from over 10 cities take part in a thrilling competition set to commence in August.

With Skechers as the 7s Football League’s official footwear and presenting partner, players are sure to step onto the pitch with high morale and excitement to perform and play with Skechers football boots that deliver the brand’s signature Comfort That Performs, that enhances each players’ agility so they may compete at their very best.

ON AND OFF THE FIELD AND CLOSER TO COMMUNITIES: MORE WINS WITH SKECHERS AND 7X7 PHILIPPINES LEAGUE

For 7X7 Philippines, what it has built is more than just a game.

The league is all about building a movement–one that bands communities together, hones future football stars, and reunites fans to grow more love for the sport.

This season, the 7s Football League is taking more strides and running more miles with Skechers as part of the team.

Kicking this off are Outreach Programs with the Philippine 7s Football Team, poised to share their experience and expertise to train and inspire young footballers in underserved communities.

Boosting the morale of the football community are the Celebrity Games, where the star-studded match includes four celebrity teams, offering an electrifying mix of skill, fun, and sportsmanship.

Football Clinics that enhance skills and train the next generation along with meet & greet opportunities to fans of football and Skechers the opportunity to connect with their football idols in exclusive events are also part of the winning plan for 2025 for our partnership with Skechers which we hope sparks joy and memorable experience for those who participate.

PHILIPPINE FOOTBALL ENTERING A NEW DAWN

For football players around the nation, the successful collaboration with Skechers as the Presenting Partner for the 7s Football League and the official footwear for the 7×7 2025 League is a sign of exciting years to come.

Skechers and 7×7 share the hope that the campaigns we support for the expansion of football in the Philippines will soon serve as a beacon of hope for the game, its participants, and the communities we have impacted.

Prepare for the most exciting season yet! Come on, Philippines! To sa ‘tin’to!