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HONOR Philippines, the leading global provider of smart devices, celebrates the opening of the first-ever HONOR Experience Store at SM Fairview, 3/F Cyberzone. “In just four months this year, HONOR has introduced four new HONOR X series devices that truly uplifted the lifestyle of our consumers. Aside from that, we’ve expanded our brand presence and partnerships with our dealers, establishing more than 500 kiosks across the country,” said HONOR Philippines Vice President Stephen Cheng.
In addition to HONOR’s early feat, the leading technology brand has officially announced the start of the opening of experience stores in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao targeting at least 100 experience stores to unveil by the end of the year. “We truly felt the support of our HONOR fans that’s why we will commence opening HONOR Experience Stores nationwide to provide the best service to our consumers,” added Mr. Cheng. New HONOR Experience Stores will be opened at SM Marikina, SM Fairview, SM Consolacion Cebu, SM Marilao and SM Makati throughout the month of April followed by SM Sucat, SM Grand Central and SM North EDSA by May 2023; SM Tanza, SM Southmall and SM Bacoor by June 2023; and SM Sto. Tomas on September 2023.
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Due to popular demand, the limited-edition HONOR X9a 5G Midnight Black is finally here. This crowd-favorite sports a 120Hz Premium OLED Curved Display bringing users a large screen with an impressive screen-to-body ratio. HONOR X9a 5G has an impressive 64 MP Super Triple Camera and a 2-Day Battery Life. To get first dibs on this viral smartphone, visit the HONOR Experience Store in SM Fairview or any HONOR kiosk and partner dealer store near you to reserve. HONOR X9a 5G Midnight Black is officially available in HONOR dealers and Experience Stores nationwide and online stores Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop, priced at Php16,990, until supplies last. HONOR has also announced its Summer Video Contest where fans can win an HONOR Smartphone. Interested participants can just capture their best summer trip and post a video on their social media accounts with the hashtags #HONORPH, #GoBeyond, and #HONORPHSummer2023.
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Watsons Held 1st Medical Mission For 2023 In Laoag, Ilocos Norte
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Watsons held its first ‘Alagang Pangkalusugan’ medical mission for 2023 last April 13 in partnership with SM Foundation at the Centennial Arena in Laoag, Ilocos Norte. The medical mission aimed to provide free medical services to Laoag residents and promote the importance of health and wellness. The medical mission included Watsons Philippines officials led by Marketing Manager Patrick Yu and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Pillar Head Belle Pesayco, 25 Watsons volunteer employees and supplier partners, as well as 25 medical volunteers from the local government unit.
The medical mission was conducted in partnership with the Ilocos Norte provincial government led by Governor Matthew Joseph Manotoc. Among the free medical services that the medical mission offered to Laoag residents were doctor’s consultations, blood tests, bone screening, hearing checks, skin analysis, hair analysis, ECG, and X-rays. Free medicines, vitamins, and health supplements were also given to Laoag residents who went to the medical outreach. “We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Watsons for choosing Laoag. This is a great opportunity for our residents, especially the seniors, to get medical attention and live healthier lives,” said Governor Manotoc.
“Watsons is very happy to bring ‘Alagang Pangkalusugan” medical mission to Laoag to help those who have little or no access to medical consultations and services. This is part of our sustainability program’s commitment under the community pillar. If there is one thing we learned about working with communities, it is that we can’t do it alone. We need the support of doctors, nurses, our partner suppliers, and volunteer employees to successfully mount medical missions and really make a difference in people’s lives,” said Yu.
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Tips On How To Create Great Content On YouTube Shorts
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Internet trends evolve and in the 2020s or in the era of staying at home, short-form video has become king. In 2021, YouTube announced its own take on the format in YouTube Shorts. YouTube Shorts is an increasingly popular and exciting space that will bring lots of opportunities to audiences. Here are some helpful tips to create great YouTube Shorts content:
• Find your voice. From niche to mainstream content, there’s a wide range of topics you can choose from as a creator. Focus on the theme that you’re most passionate about, and build your audience and community.
• Open strong. Use the first few seconds of your Short to make your viewers stay. Hook them in with something intriguing or compelling. You may open with a question and make them stick for the answer, or promise them something they would definitely want to see.
• Get to the point. You can still ramble and lose your way even in a short video. Make sure you edit your script well and quickly get to what people want to hear or see with your content.
• Use trending music. When you use a sound for your Short, your content gets categorized under it. Naturally, that means using trending audio will increase the chances of more people watching your Short.
• Promote your Shorts. To bring your content to more viewers, promote it on YouTube and beyond. Collaborate with other creators or pitch your content to relevant outlets to drive earned media. You may also use pinned comments to direct viewers to additional content on your channel.
• Keep on experimenting and uploading content Like with long-form YouTube videos, if you stay consistent, keep creating, and keep improving your content game, it won’t be long before you thrive in this format. Be patient and remember that even on YouTube, success doesn’t happen overnight.
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Cebu Pacific Hails Top PH, International Travel Agencies At 17th Eagle Wings Awards
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| The Cebu Pacific team with representatives of its top performing agencies honored at the 17th Eagle Wings Awards (Image Source: Manila Bulletin/HONOR Philippines) |
Cebu Pacific Air (CEB), the Philippines’ leading airline, recognized its top-performing travel agencies from the Philippines and the Asia-Pacific region as it held the 17th edition of the annual Eagle Wings Awards, the first since 2019. A total of 62 agencies from CEB’s local and international stations were conferred with the Eagle Wings Award in a three-day event held on March 21 to 23, 2023 at Modala Beach Resort in Panglao, Bohol. The Eagle Wings Awards is held annually to recognize CEB’s top domestic and international producers in terms of ticket sales, as well as their contributions to the overall success of the airline. The 2023 edition, which honored the previous year’s top producers, marked the return of the awards after being suspended for three years due to the global COVID-19 pandemic.
“The past three years have been tough, with the pandemic negatively impacting the travel and tourism industry. But despite these challenges, we know all of you have worked hard to reach out to our customers and encourage them to fly again. And because of that, it’s only proper to give credit where it is due,” CEB Director for Passenger Sales and Distribution Arlene Tena, told the awardees during the March 21st ceremony. Leading the travel agency awardees is Manila-based Via Philippines Travel Corp. for being the airline’s top-selling producer for 2022 followed by GI Philippines Corp., Universal Storefront Services, Ticket1 Travel, and The Atlas Pte. Ltd. Rounding out this list are Beijing Shuozoujiuzou Technology Co. Ltd., Pinoy Tourism LLC., Beijing Daran Aviation Service Co. Ltd., Tabeer Tourism LLC., and Nam Thanh Travel Joint Stock.
Special awards were also given to travel agencies that have shown significant contributions to the development of new traffic for CEB such as ship’s crew, labor, and MICE traffic as well as English as a Second Language, offline, and charter businesses. To further show its appreciation, CEB took the travel agents on a trip around Bohol to allow them to experience the world-renowned sights, cuisine, and hospitality of the island province. “As we strive for full recovery this year, I hope you continue to join us in our mission to enable every Juan to fly. You, our valued partners and awardees, are very much part of Cebu Pacific’s success, and we are very thankful for the relentless support and commitment you have shown throughout the years,” Tena said. CEB continues to lead the domestic travel industry with 57% market share for 2022. This year, the airline is firmly in place for full recovery as it restores 100% of its pre-COVID network and capacity aided by its unbeatable seat sales, widest domestic network and reinstatement of all its international destinations.
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AirAsia Philippines Bares Top Summer Destinations
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Four weeks into the summer, AirAsia Philippines names island destinations Boracay, Bohol, Puerto Princesa, Cebu, and Tacloban as the most visited spots for Filipinos and foreign guests for travels made from March 20 to April 16, 2023. The World’s Best Low-Cost Airline is looking to fly more travel-hungry Filipinos and other guests to island destinations and sustain the occasion with a bang for the buck deals towards the month of May, the end of summer.
AirAsia Philippines Communications and Public Affairs Country Head Steve Dailisan said, “Summer is a highly valued season in the Philippines, and it is during this time that we witness a rise in the number of tourists, especially to the famous tropical paradises with white-sand beaches. In the first few weeks, this trend becomes more evident. AirAsia Philippines is committed to flying both locals and foreigners to these alluring destinations at the most affordable rates while maintaining our improved on-time performance.”
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On the other hand, AirAsia Philippines is informing its guests about the new terminal arrangements, effective July 1, 2023, all domestic flights will be departing and arriving at the NAIA Terminal 2 (Centennial Terminal) instead of the NAIA Terminal 4 (Old Domestic Terminal). Meanwhile, international flights will remain to operate at the NAIA Terminal 3. This step aims to reduce the congestion at T4 and offer more space to domestic AirAsia guests. With the increasing passenger traffic within the airport vicinity, guests are encouraged to be at the airport at least 3 hours prior to their departure and are likewise advised to check-in via airasia Super App or through the self check-in kiosks at the airport to facilitate hassle-free travels.
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Make Your Own Sulit-Sarap Combination For Only Php75 With Jollibee's Mix & Match Combos
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With the ongoing rise in food prices and inflation, more people are tightening their belts and prioritizing their basic needs, while keeping an eye out for value-for-money offers that fit their budget. Some may think that they need to settle for what they pay for, but Jollibee now offers a way for them to choose their own meal combination that is both sulit and masarap — through the Jollibee Mix & Match Combos. Make your own Sulit-Sarap combination for only Php75.00, a customizable combo line-up that lets you enjoy some of Jollibee’s best-tasting products.
“With Jollibee’s Mix & Match Combos, both good taste and good value come together. You can be flexible with the combination you want and get bang for your buck because it’s guaranteed to be delicious. Enjoy your Sulit-Sarap favorites, the way you want them," said Jollibee Philippines Assistant Vice President Pam Reyes. Make your own Sulit-Sarap combos with three easy steps:
• Choose 1 main: Jolly Spaghetti, 1-pc. Burger Steak, Yumburger, or Tuna Pie (Also available in Spicy Tuna Pie)
• Choose 1 side: Jolly Crispy Fries Regular, Peach Mango Pie, Choco Sundae, Coke Float, or Pineapple Juice Regular
• Pay Php75.00 for any combination.
Drop by your nearest Jollibee branch and start enjoying your favorite Sulit-Sarap combination via dine-in, take-out, or drive-thru only.
