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2GO Launches First-Ever Barista Workshop on Board

2GO, the premier sea travel provider in the country, is preparing to unveil an exciting new experience with the introduction of its inaugural exclusive and limited-time Summer Barista Workshop, “Brew Like a Pro.” This exclusive onboard interactive barista experience provides passengers with a distinctive chance to engage in the craft of coffee-making while savoring their 2GO sea journey.

This unique, full-day experience on board offers a practical introduction to coffee beans, grind levels, and the correct operation of coffee machines to create café-quality drinks. Participants can easily register for the one-day workshop upon arrival.

Coffee culture is an integral part of our everyday routines—be it kickstarting the morning with a steaming cup or enjoying an iced latte while catching up with friends. “Through this workshop, we aim to inspire a deeper appreciation for every brew by demonstrating to passengers how to create their own cup of happiness,” stated Roland Sunga, AVP for F&B, Ancillary, and Hotel Operations at 2GO Travel.

2GO Travel is dedicated to delivering a comprehensive and unforgettable sea travel experience, surpassing its hotel-like accommodations and mall-like amenities. Through the introduction of captivating onboard activities, 2GO enhances and enriches the travel experience for its passengers.

Participants in the barista experience will be provided with a basic barista uniform, an exclusive Café 2GO pin, and a Certificate of Attendance upon successful completion of the workshop.

Plan Your Ocean Adventures Today
Families and groups of friends have the opportunity to enjoy this exclusive onboard experience by securing their tickets during 2GO Travel’s Sea Sale, which is available until March 31, 2025. Fares begin at only PHP 133, with travel dates available from April 15 to June 30, 2025.

Reserve your spot today at travel.2go.com.ph or stop by your closest 2GO retail stores and authorized agents.

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Introducing the Instinct 3 Series from Garmin: Rugged smartwatches now with AMOLED displays

Boldly designed for an active lifestyle, the newest smartwatches offer bright AMOLED or solar-charged displays, a metal-reinforced bezel and built-in LED flashlights on all models

The newest collection of tough smartwatches, Garmin’s Instinct® 3 Series, is available with a stunning AMOLED or solar-powered display for maximum battery life. Designed with explorers in mind, the Instinct 3 Series adds a built-in spotlight on every model and a metal-reinforced bezel for great durability. With amazing battery life, it’s easy to discover more; the AMOLED versions get up to 24 days on a single charge in smartwatch mode, while the solar charging devices can obtain infinite battery life.

Thanks to its sturdy build and fashionable, limited-edition colors, Instinct 3 is the smartwatch you should wear everywhere, anytime. Full of connected features, well-known built-in sports apps, and 24/7 health and wellness monitoring, the newest collection is designed to enable you to follow your passions—whatever they may be. Dan Bartel is Garmin’s Vice President of Global Consumer Sales.

strong but forceful

Featuring a metal-reinforced bezel, a fiber-reinforced polymer case, and a scratch-resistant display for ultimate durability, the Instinct 3 Series is ready for any challenge. Built to MIL-STD 810 for thermal and stress protection, the new series is also water-rated to 100 meters. Now found on all Instinct 3 models, a built-in flashlight offers different intensities, a red light, and a strobe mode to aid in increasing awareness in dark surroundings, such as while spelunking in caves, sorting through a gear bag, or recounting terrifying tales around the campfire.

The solar-powered variant is 50 mm, and the AMOLED Instinct 3 is 45 mm and 50 mm. Both choices are part of the new, limited-edition Tropical Pulse Collection. They feature sleek hues, including Black and Black/Charcoal, plus vivid and vibrant colors, including Neotropic and Neotropic/Twilight.

More to love about the Instinct 3 Series.

Greater solar efficiency: A larger, more effective solar lens better uses solar power. The new 50mm Instinct 3 Solar gains more than five times the battery life in GPS mode while solar charging than the Instinct 2 Solar.
Track steps, heart rate, sophisticated sleep monitoring, wrist-based Pulse Ox2, heart rate variability (HRV) status, and more around-the-clock health and wellness monitoring. Women’s health tracking tools, meanwhile, provide fitness and nutritional information in addition to allowing users to monitor their menstrual cycle and pregnancy.

Morning report: Upon awakening, get a tailored view of last night’s sleep, the calendar for today, and HRV state.

Intelligent alerts: When matched with a suitable Apple® or Android™

Garmin Messenger™ app: Get emails, texts, and notifications right on the watch. From the watch4, send two-way text messages to friends and family.

Satiq™ Multi-Band GPS: Maximizes battery life and enjoys outstanding positional precision.

Share quickly and simply saved locations, routes, and workouts with other compatible Garmin smartwatches and Edge® cycling computers nearby.

See how the Instinct 3 Series can enable you to follow yours, wherever the adventure takes you, on our YouTube website.

Look farther.

Instinct 3 Series is the ideal friend to appreciate the great outdoors with sports apps, including hiking, jogging, cycling, golfing, fishing, skiing, and more. TracBack® routing provides reference points of known locations relative to the starting place as well as a path back there while out exploring. One can negotiate the next path using the built-in altimeter, barometer, and 3-axis electronic compass. To review more thorough maps, establish waypoints and courses, and more to maximize their next excursion, users can also pair their Instinct 3 with the Garmin Explore™ App.

Engage in activity.

Apart from built-in sports applications for outdoor adventures, the Instinct 3 Series is filled with apps for HIIT, cardio, indoor and outdoor track running, pickleball, basketball, and more. Train for a milestone, get ready for the next race, or use Garmin Coach adaptive and prebuilt running and cycling programs to raise general fitness. View a whole week of daily suggested workouts that adjust after every run or cycle, or design step-by-step routines from more than 1,600 exercises in the Garmin Connect™ app, then forward them straight to the watch. Track intensity minutes, VO2 max, and recovery periods to get direction on suggested recovery times to lower burnout and fatigue.

Maintain connectivity.

View smart notifications and work out with more peace of mind thanks to safety and tracking tools, including incident detection, help, and LiveTrack5 when teamed with a connected smartphone.

The 45mm AMOLED model will be available February 26 under the Garmin Instinct 3 series at a suggested retail price of PHP 29,290; the 50mm variant will go for PHP 32, 490. Available for PHP 29,290 will be the 50mm solar charging devices. Get yours through Kinetic, Lazada, Shopee, or the official Garmin PH website.

Designed on the inside for life on the outside, Garmin products have transformed adventure, athletic, off-road, road warrior, and outdoor enthusiast life everywhere. Garmin thinks every day is an opportunity to innovate and a chance to surpass yesterday, committed to creating products that improve experiences, enrich lives, and assist in bringing peace of mind.

1. Assumes all-day wear, 3 hours per day outside in 50,000 lux conditions.

2. This is not a medical device and is not intended for use in the diagnosis or monitoring of any medical condition; see Garmin.com/ataccuracy. Pulse Oxis is not available in all countries.

3. Activity tracking accuracy.

4. When paired with your compatible smartphone. Requires both the sender and receiver of messages to have the Garmin Messenger app installed on their paired smartphones.

5. When paired with your compatible smartphone. For safety and tracking feature requirements and limitations, see Garmin.com/safety

 

About Garmin International, Inc.

Garmin International, Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN). Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. Garmin and Forerunner are registered trademarks and Garmin Connect, Garmin Pay, PacePro, Body Battery and Connect IQ are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. Apple is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Android is a trademark of Google LLC. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

 

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Celebrating the 22nd Annual Club Punta Fuego Regatta: Solidifying Nasugbu, Batangas’ Set as a World-Class Water Sports Destination

22nd Annual Club Punta Fuego Regatta, to embrace the freedom of the open seas and promote Nasugbu, Batangas, as a premier global water sports destination.

MVP-led Landco Pacific Corporation proudly presented the esteemed 22nd Annual Club Punta Fuego Regatta for the fifth consecutive year, starting in 2021, further solidifying Nasugbu, Batangas, as a premier location for world-class water sports.

“We aim to establish Nasugbu, Batangas, as a premier hub for elite sailing and water sports, attracting an affluent community of sailing enthusiasts, sports aficionados, and global tourists,” shared Gerard Peñaflor, Vice President for Commercial and Customer Experience of Landco Pacific Corporation.

Roman Azanza’s Tututango bagged first place in the Ocean Multihull category of the 22nd Club Punta Fuego Regatta. From left: Gerard Penaflor, VP for Commercial and Customer Experience, Landco Pacific Corporation; Roman Azanza, Owner, Tututango—First Place for Ocean Multihull; Edgar Krohn; Sally Azanza; and Ed Umali, Race Officer, Club Punta Fuego Regatta, together with Tututango crew members (2nd and 5th from left).

“In line with the Department of Tourism’s vision and in collaboration with the residents of our luxury developments—Terrazas de Punta Fuego and Peninsula de Punta Fuego—we are committed to crafting extraordinary experiences that further elevate the country’s status as a leading water sports destination,” Peñaflor added.

This aligns with the Department of Tourism (DOT)’s mission to position the Philippines as a global water sports hub. “Just as the country is celebrated internationally for its rich marine biodiversity and world-class diving spots, we envision the Philippines as a premier playground for water sports,” said DOT CALABARZON Regional Director Marites T. Castro.

“With our breathtaking islands, picturesque coastlines, warm hospitality, and ideal wind conditions, this vision is well within reach. We also look forward to restoring and strengthening our partnership with the sailing community to further promote this sport among Filipinos,” she added.

Terrazas de Punta Fuego and Peninsula de Punta Fuego, Landco Pacific’s premier seaside developments, served as the stunning backdrop of the elite sailing and water sports competition.

A Celebration of Sport, Prestige, and Community during the Club Punta Fuego Regatta

The two-day Club Punta Fuego Regatta, which has been going strong for decades, is now a staple of the sports tourist industry in Southern Luzon. Participating in this elite regatta is a privilege for a select group of accomplished individuals—including prominent businesspeople, entrepreneurs, and political figures—who share a love of sailing and a thirst for adventure, friendly rivalry, and shared experiences at sea.

Pablo Lobregat’s Despacito emerged as the Overall Champion of the 22nd Club Punta Fuego Regatta. From left: Gerard Penaflor, VP for Commercial and Customer Experience, Landco Pacific Corporation; Eduardo Legarda; Pablo Lobragat, Owner, Despecito – the Over-all Champion; Marites Castro, Calabarzon Regional Director, Department of Tourism (DOT); Santi Picornell; and Edgar Krohn; together with Despacito crew member (2nd from left).

Pablo Lobregat’s Despacito took first position in the Overall-Cruising competition, with Eric Nicolas’ Dantes in second place, Papaya, owned by Renato Ticzon, and Neptunus III, owned by Richard Mcgonegal, occupying third and fourth places, respectively. Roman Azanza’s Tututango won the Ocean Multi-Hull race, while Mochu Garcia’s Cariño finished in second place.

Club Punta Fuego and the Philippine Inter-Island Sailing Foundation (PHINSAF) are collaborating to host the races, which will take place at Terrazas de Punta Fuego and Peninsula de Punta Fuego, two of Landco Pacific’s most exclusive waterfront communities. These exclusive communities are ideal for exciting competitive sailing, further elevating Nasugbu’s status as a premier water sports destination.

The Prestige and Investment Legacy of Punta Fuego

For over three decades, Peninsula de Punta Fuego, an elite residential resort community spanning 88 hectares, has been the centerpiece of Landco Pacific Corporation’s coastal luxury development portfolio. Punta Fuego, a two-hour drive from Metro Manila, is known for its high-value real estate, unparalleled tranquility, and luxurious lifestyle.

Punta Fuego is one of the most profitable investment destinations in the nation, with property values increasing by more than 1,000% since the development began in the 1990s. Club Punta Fuego, an elite membership resort, a championship golf course, and first-rate water sports facilities are just a few of the world-class amenities offered by this community.

Club Punta Fuego draws inspiration from Fisher Island in Miami, Florida, combining contemporary amenities with the beauty of nature. Each room and casita at this Spanish-Mediterranean themed resort has a king-sized bed, a large bathroom, and stunning views of the West Philippine Sea.

Indulge in a world of luxury at this resort. This resort offers a variety of amenities such as oceanfront restaurants with sunset views, endless infinity pools, and a serene spa retreat, making it the perfect hideaway for those seeking to relax while still experiencing the excitement of the great outdoors.

The Residences at Terrazas de Punta Fuego, the luxury beachfront condominium, beckons as the final call to be part of the exclusive Punta Fuego community, offering the perfect beachfront view of world-class water sports along Nasugbu, Batangas.

A Once-in-a-Lifetime Chance to Own a Paradise Home at Terrazas de Punta Fuego

Landco Pacific presents The Residences at Terrazas de Punta Fuego, a high-end beachfront condo development created for picky buyers and investors, marking the last chance to join the exclusive Punta Fuego neighborhood.

The Residences are comprised of three low-density clusters and include apartments with one to three bedrooms. Their architecture seamlessly combines Asian tropical and Spanish Mediterranean elements, and they offer expansive views of Nasugbu Bay. Additionally, residents have direct access to 800 meters of perfect white sand beach.

Expansive living areas with high ceilings, plenty of windows, and private balconies characterize each apartment, guaranteeing tranquility and seclusion in addition to stunning beach views. The Residences are the epitome of coastal luxury living, featuring a pool, a spa, a sauna, a function room, a lobby lounge, garden courtyards, and more.

Punta Fuego has a history of over 1,000% value appreciation, making The Residences a very attractive investment opportunity with the chance for remarkable returns and a long-term impact.

The Residences provides residents and guests with unparalleled views of Nasugbu’s premier sailing spectacle, the yearly Punta Fuego Regatta, and other elite water sports events.

The Residences at Terrazas de Punta Fuego is the most prestigious beachfront condominium in the Philippines, and Landco Pacific Corporation has been at the forefront of premium landscaping for over 30 years.

For more information, visit https://www.landco.ph/, https://theresidencespuntafuego.landco.ph/, or https://www.facebook.com/LandcoPacificCorporation.

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Enchanted Kingdom spreads the magic of love with the Forever Enchanted Love Stories, a Valentine’s celebration

Enchanted Kingdom, the first and only world-class theme park in the Philippines, celebrates the season of love with the Forever Enchanted Love Stories, a magical Valentine’s celebration this February.

As part of EK’s 30th anniversary festivities in 2025, guests with their loved ones can immerse themselves in the enchanting shows, fun activities, and treats around the park made with love by Eldar the Wizard.

Last February 15, several lucky Park guests were given the chance to share their own Forever Enchanted Love Stories at the Bandstand during the annual Hug-A-Palooza event. Eldar and Princess Victoria also joined the crowd for the event’s highlight—the hugging tradition.

After the Hug-A-Palooza, the featured guests received special giveaways and were led to an intimate Valentine’s dinner treat at EK’s very own restaurants Amazon Grill and LaunchTime.

Further spreading the Valentine vibe, violinist Dominique Casacop serenaded everyone at Victoria Park on February 21 and 22. Sparkle GMA Artist Center stars Sofia Pablo and Allen Ansay also spread more kilig at the park on their grand fans day last February 23 at the Bandstand.

With the Forever Enchanted Photowall, parkgoers can capture their magical memories with their loved ones at this colorful installation located near the Rialto 4D.

At nighttime, scroll along the streets of the Brooklyn Place and fall in love with the vibrant display in sync with classic romantic ballads at the Forever Enchanted Love Symphony from Fridays to Sundays.

To complete your romantic EK itinerary, EK brought back Forever Love: Enchanting Dinner in the Sky for all weekends in February. This iconic Valentine’s offering featured a unique dining experience for groups and couples while riding the Wheel of Fate ride.

ENCHANTED HEARTS: A VALENTINE’S DAY PROMO

Create more Forever Enchanted memories filled with thrill and fun only here at EK with the Enchanted Hearts Promo.

Walk-in guests will enjoy two regular day passes and four skill game tickets for only Php 2,400 until March 9. And as a special treat, enjoy four additional Skill Games Tickets when you book this limited-time offering via the EK Online Store.

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The Linden Suites CELEBRATE 25 YEARS OF EXCEPTIONAL HOSPITALITY

Celebrating its 25th anniversary with a year-long celebration, the Linden Suites, a serviced apartment ideally situated in the heart of Ortigas Center, known for being a home for families throughout generations, is eager to seize fresh opportunities and create even more unforgettable #LindenMoments in 2025! Since its 2000 debut, The Linden Suites has regularly provided outstanding stays and amazing experiences for its guests, having over two decades of expertise and an uncompromising dedication to perfection.

The Linden Suites has a legacy of exceptional service; therefore, as a means of returning the favor, the hotel sincerely thanks the committed staff members who have been the cornerstones of the hotel’s success as well as the loyal customers who have supported it over the years. Thanks to the relentless commitment of its staff, Linden Suites has endured despite many obstacles, including the unparalleled worldwide epidemic of 2020.

Honoring 25 Years: A View Back at Linden Suites’ Legacy

Linden Suites unveiled a unique 25th Anniversary Hotel ID in honor of their 25th anniversary in 2025, therefore highlighting the hotel’s long legacy of hospitality over decades. On February 25, Linden Suites posted this unique video on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.

25 in 2025—special promotion

Linden Suites is running a limited-time campaign with 25 in 2025 in order to mark this anniversary. As a thank you for their ongoing support over the years, guests can get a 25% discount on their best available rates. Furthermore, visitors dining at The Happy Chef, the hotel’s second-floor restaurant, can benefit from a 25% discount on the 25th of every month.

With some exclusion periods, this special offer is good for bookings until April 30, 2025. Visit www.lindensuites.com to book your stay or reserve; phone +632 5638 or email reservations@lindensuites.com.

“Come celebrate with us our 25th anniversary. Here’s to more unforgettable #LindenMoments in the years to come, and we are looking forward to seeing you at The Linden Suites!” – The Linden Suites Management

 

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EK Welcomes Prosperity And Happiness With The Year Of Snaptooth The Snake, A Chinese New Year Celebration

Enchanted Kingdom, the first and only world-class theme park in the Philippines, welcomes magic and luck with a vibrant and immersive Chinese New Year celebration as it kicks off its 30th anniversary this 2025!

The Year of Snaptooth the Snake is set to leave guests forever enchanted with breathtaking cultural showcases, special food and dining offers inspired by the tradition, and festive decorations, among other things, from January 29 to February 9.

The celebration commenced at EK with the first 300 guests receiving red envelopes upon the opening of EK’s magical gates. Everyone was also given the opportunity to meet and greet EK’s beloved character Snaptooth, as well as dig into the limited-time offer of Snaptooth’s Prosperity Set Meal from Amazon Grill and LaunchTime restaurants. Plus, there is a 10% special food offering discount for those who would like to refuel their energy at the Snaptooth Snack Station.

Thousands of guests were dazzled by the Enchanted Lunar New Year Parade as it made its way across the streets of Portabello, Brooklyn Place, and Spaceport zones during the day. The symbolic lion and dragon also ushered in the magic of prosperity and good luck for everyone as they pranced around the park.

At nighttime, the park guests once again witnessed the Enchanted Lunar New Year Parade followed by the colorful performance of the LED lion dance to the beat of traditional Chinese drums. Snaptooth even joined the two mighty lions as they made their stop in front of the Eldar’s Theater to shower even more good luck on the crowd.

EK topped off the festivities with the enchanting spectacle of lights at the Sky Wizardry Fireworks Display.

Schedule Your Lucky Day

Head on to Enchanted Kingdom and welcome prosperity, happiness, and good fortune this year with your family and loved ones until February 9, Sunday!

*Schedules may be subject to change without prior notice

For more information and updates regarding these and EK’s other upcoming events and offers, visit https://www.enchantedkingdom.ph and EK’s official social media accounts @enchantedkingdom.ph for Facebook and Tiktok, and @ek_philippines for Twitter and Instagram.