Christmas is the season of giving, a time to share hope and kindness with the community. This spirit shone brightly at the “Pearl of the Holiday Season” Christmas Tree lighting ceremony, a tribute to Cebu’s strength and resilience, like a pearl that becomes more radiant through every...
When NUSTAR Hotel Cebu opened its doors in May 2025, it brought with it the kind of world-class prestige and promise long associated with the globe’s most exclusive destinations - as Cebu’s first ultra-luxury hotel. Just months after its debut, the hotel has already secured a nomination for...
A Michelin recognition is one of the highest honors in hospitality, awarded to hotels that meet global standards. The guide evaluates properties based on five criteria, including architecture, service quality, and local relevance. This year, two Robinsons Hotels and Resorts (RHR)...
NUSTAR Resort and Casino unveiled its newest crown jewel—the ultra-luxurious NUSTAR Hotel—on May 8, 2025 in Cebu. The 223-room property marks a major milestone for the resort, embodying a refined blend of world-class accommodations, modern elegance, and heartfelt Filipino hospitality. Gracing...
Robinsons Land Corporation (RLC), the real estate development arm of the Gokongwei Group, has opened its NUSTAR Hotel—the first ultra-luxury Filipino-branded hotel in the country. Located within the NUSTAR Integrated Resort in Cebu City, RLC said the new hotel is a bold statement of its ambition...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) has welcomed the opening of NUSTAR Hotel Cebu, the first ultra-luxury Filipino hotel brand, as a major boost to high-end tourism and a strong showcase of the country’s distinct brand of hospitality on the global stage. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco said...
Nustar Resort Cebu is celebrating its third anniversary with a grand gala night, a month-long array of exclusive offerings, and the launch of its much awaited Nustar Hotel — a tribute to three exceptional years of unparalleled hospitality, luxury, and entertainment. Three years of setting a new...
(Photos courtesy of Univers) Ever been to a retail store that feels like a piece of art—where wooden waves seem to flow effortlessly from walls to ceiling, adding a sense of movement to the space? It’s a place where luxury fashion meets local craftsmanship, seamlessly merging modern design with...
Cebu City, known as the Queen City of the South, carries a flair for celebration, with gatherings from weddings to casual meetups marked by thoughtful details. Its festivals, especially the Sinulog, capture this vibrant spirit, filling the city with colors, music, and dance that honor deep-rooted...
CEBU CITY — Gokongwei-led NUSTAR Resort and Casino wants to lure gaming enthusiasts and tourists from the Visayas, Mindanao as well as neighboring Southeast Asian countries to elevate the province of Cebu as a top-of-mind luxury lifestyle hub. The P30-billion investment in this homegrown yet...
For its inaugural bridal and celebration fair, dubbed “Beloved,” Nustar Resort and Casino and Fili Hotel gathered 90 of the industry’s top wedding designers, event planners, and suppliers, offering couples and celebration planners an immersive experience for their upcoming milestones. After...
Francis Libiran is no stranger to creating wedding pieces. For 25 years, the fashion designer has dressed numerous brides and grooms, encountering different personalities, tastes, and fantasies. For his latest collection, dubbed “Covenant,” he aimed to marry all these elements, producing a line...
