By Jinggoy I. Salvador The day’s end was the best time to witness what Davao’s Seda Abreeza Hotel had to unveil. Gathered at one of the newly refurbished function halls, a select few members from the Davao media were welcomed by the three personalities geared up to present the transformation...
Iloilo Business Park has spent the last few years building the case that a township can be more than just offices and condominiums. With three museums, a convention center, and a growing dining and retail scene, it has steadily positioned itself as Iloilo City 's center of arts, culture, and...
Leading online gaming firm DigiPlus Interactive Corp. is weighing an expansion of its physical casino footprint through the potential acquisition of the Manila Diamond Hotel from billionaire Ramon S. Ang. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, DigiPlus confirmed InsiderPH’s report...
Within SM Hotels and Conventions Corp., Taal Vista Hotel (TVH) stands apart as a heritage landmark. The 87-year-old property carries cultural and historical significance beyond its role as a hotel. Situated in a well-loved and well-visited tourist destination, TVH has served generations of visitors...
There 's a tranquil feeling upon waking up, looking outside the window, and seeing Taal Volcano in all its glory. Nearly 90 years ago, Taal Vista Hotel was the result of the vision President Manuel Quezon had for Tagaytay to become a modern tourist destination. To this day, it continues to be...
As daily routines evolve and more people embrace the freedom of the open road, there is a growing need for pit stops that fuel the body and the journey. Belmont Hotel Manila introduces Bike & Brew, an outdoor coffee kiosk situated right along the hotel driveway fronting Portwood Street in...
Thought leaders and innovators in news publishing from across the globe will meet in the Philippines to discuss the future of journalism in the Asia-Pacific region, particularly in the evolving role of technology in media. The three-day event, dubbed as Asia-Pacific’s largest news media event,...
The Manila Hotel rolls out a lineup of seasonal dining experiences this April, bringing together a mix of buffet-style offerings, light summer desserts, and interactive drinks across its dining outlets. Among the highlights is the return of the Dim Sum All-You-Can at Red Jade, available on weekdays...
The Manila Hotel recently concluded two exciting events over the Easter weekend, offering guests both festive family fun and a rich cultural experience at the Grand Dame of the Philippines. Golden Easter Egg Hunters took place on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, at the Fiesta Pavilion. Laughter,...
During the late 2000s and early 2010s, Malate, at least for me, was still abuzz with nightlife. I remember I would visit my friends at UP Manila, then still in their residency at Philippine General Hospital (PGH), and I, then working for my father’s petroleum company with an office in Makati,...
Visita Iglesia is a common practice for Filipinos during Holy Week. It entails visiting either seven or 14 churches to pray at the Stations of the Cross. Often it takes place on the night of Maundy Thursday, right after the Mass of the Lord’s Supper. Some take this as an opportunity to travel...
Boracay has always had a way of calling you back; but this time, it feels different. There is a renewed energy in the island, a quiet confidence that signals not just recovery, but evolution. And at the center of this shift is Boracay Newcoast, where my recent stay at Chancellor Hotel Boracay...
