Confident. Achiever. Responsible. Witty. Sensitive. Passionate. Committed. Meet the new breed of pogi. These days, being pogi is more than just having naturally good looks, it’s about having the right attitude that truly makes the difference.
And leave it to internet action star Ramon Bautista to show us what being pogi is all about. A multi-talented achiever, comedian, filmmaker, producer and U.P. film professor, he proves that it’s the character and confidence that makes the man. After all, a handsome man is but an empty shell for a big personality! So don’t just be a pretty face, be #LikeAPogi! Just like Ramon, put your personality at the forefront and charm your way to the top with wit, humor, and dashing confidence just #LikeAPogi!
On September 22, 2012 at the AFP Theater, the largest annual belly dance event in the Philippines enters its 6th year. BELLYFEST 2012 brings together professional bellydancers, belly dance enthusiasts and fans of the middle eastern vibe in one whole day of dance, food, music, shopping and learning. This year, we bring to the Philippines, Korea's 1st place winner of the 2012 World Bellydance Convention and a multi-awarded bellydancer, Ms. Jinhee Kim. Watch her perform her unique brand of belly dance and conduct workshops during the festival. Immerse yourself in daytime activities at the Arabian Market featuring all-day performances by a variety of dancers and musicians, pocket workshops by Ms. Kim and other seasoned experts, henna tattoo artists, merchants selling unique finds, a bellydance photobooth and lots of great food.
The festival culminates in the Grand Evening Show featuring various styles of belly dance such as Cabaret, Egyptian, American Tribal and more modern forms performed by bellydancers from Manila, Bicol, Batangas, Mindoro and Davao. Enjoy performances headlined by Jill Ngo's Goddesses of Bellydance, percussionists Escape the C and Korea's Award-winning Jinhee Kim. The evening extravaganza promises to be as colorful as ever as other dance styles such as flamenco, hiphop, jazz and striptease get infused in the program as well.
Join us for a whole day of sisterhood and the celebration of all things belly dance! Meet new friends, network and immerse yourself in the alluring culture of the Middle East.
Tickets are available at all TicketWorld Outlets, online at ticketworld.com.ph and at Peak Performance Dance and Fitness Quezon City and Binondo. Each ticket entitles a guest to one seat at the Grand Evening Show which starts at 7:00 pm plus access to daytime activities such as pocket workshops, raffles, lootbags, shops and daytime shows beginning 2:00 pm. Doors open at 1:00 pm
For more info and festival activities, log-on to http://bellyfestphil.asiapad.com/ or facebook.com/bellyfest. For other inquiries please call 0917-6247534 or 502-2912. The annual Bellyfest is organized by Jill Ngo and Peak Performance.
First time ever! Elton John ( The ROCKETMAN) is coming to the Philippines. This never happened before that Sir Elton John is coming to ASEAN Region.
The monumental career of international singer/songwriter and performer Elton John has spanned more than five decades. He is one of the top-selling solo artists of all time, achieving 35 gold and 25 platinum albums, and he has had 29 consecutive US Top 40 hits. Elton has sold more than 250-million records worldwide, and holds the record for the biggest selling single of all time, Candle in the Wind ’97, which sold over 37 million copies. Since his career began in 1969, Elton has played over 3,000 concerts worldwide.
Only one artist can have the biggest selling single of all time, and since 1997 Elton has held that record. Candle in the Wind 1997, Elton and Bernie's heartbreaking tribute to the late Diana, Princess of Wales, has sold over 37,000,000 copies, and raised millions for the princess’s charities. In 1998 Elton received a knighthood from HM Queen Elizabeth II for "services to music and charitable services" and became Sir Elton Hercules John, CBE.
Sir Elton would attract music lovers of all ages, throughout ASEAN region! Aside for great music this is also a Major Tourism Event too.
Are you ready because the ROCKETMAN is coming.
I love the Rocketman song ,hopefully have all the luck and budget for this concert.
World-class entertainment, overflowing SMB beers for only P12 per cup. On September 28 at the Aseana City in Macapagal Boulevard, Paranaque City, beer market leader San Miguel Brewery Inc. kicks off the country’s much-awaited, grandest and biggest beer fetsival, the San Miguel Oktoberfest 2012, with Fil-Am apl.de.ap of the supergroup Black Eyed Peas together with popular San Miguel Oktoberfest “Beer Festival” endorsers to give the ultimate beer party of the year.
For as low as P12.00, one can enjoy a cup of his favorite San Miguel Beer brand while seeing apl.de.ap, San Miguel Pale Pilsen’s newest endorser, bring the house down with his popular hits during the welcome party. To spice up the night, San Miguel Beer brand ambassadors Michael V., Ely Buendia, Pepe Smith, and Sam Pinto will also grace the event.
No other place in the country offers the lowest priced San Miguel Beers except in all San Miguel Oktoberfest grand celebrations on September 28 at Aseana City; September 29 in Sta. Rosa, Laguna; October 6 at MEPZ I in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu; October 19 at Limketkai in Cagayan de Oro; and October 20 at Robinson’s Starmills in San Fernando, Pampanga.
The occasion is made extra exciting this year with the installation of six San Miguel Beer customized beer brand tents that feature diverse activities and performances for the enjoyment of all San Miguel Beer lovers.
San Miguel Pale Pilsen will put up its Beer Plaza where Filipino Pulutan Legends and the iconic San Miguel Pale Pilsen will be present and served by beer maidens. Manila’s clubbers will surely party in style with the hottest DJs in the metro in the San Mig Light Party All Night tent, courtesy of the first low-calorie beer in the country. It will be a hard core rock and roll night at the country’s no. 1 extras strong beer’s tent – the Red Horse Beer Pinoy Rock Tent.
Those who go for the fruity kick of San Miguel’s lemon and apple flavored beers can enjoy their interactive fix in the San Miguel Flavored Beer Digital Hub. The San Miguel Lifestyle Brews Bistro Lounge will make available sumptuous meals best paired with Cerveza Negra, San Miguel Super Dry and San Miguel Premium All-Malt, ushering guests to a superb gustatory treat. The Cage of San Mig Strong Ice, meanwhile, will be a haven for mixed martial arts fans and hiphop enthusiasts.
According to SMB President Roberto N. Huang, this year’s “Beer Festival” focuses on relevant elements that are sure to delight every San Miguel Beer customer who anticipates the annual San Miguel Oktoberfest.
The idea, Huang said, is to “bring to the customer what the customer really wants in a beer festival, without fuss, and with variety of choices in one grand venue for celebration.”
“We are excited to bring our six brand tents to the San Miguel Oktoberfest “Beer Festival” kick-off party in Manila. Our valued customers will not only enjoy must-see performances from our world-class homegrown artists, they will also enjoy all their favorite San Miguel Beer brands with their friends, over activities that represent their diverse lifestyles,” explains Huang.
From September 1 to December 31, 2012, San Miguel is also giving away collectible premium items such as the limited edition mini beer bottle USBs and Tool Kits that come in the form of all San Miguel Beer brands. To win instant prizes, just collect 20 Oktoberfest-marked crowns of any San Miguel Beer brand. Items can be redeemed in San Miguel Brewery Inc. sales offices nationwide, Baliwag Lechon Manok branches in Luzon, and selected convenience stores in Visayas and Mindanao.
Of course, the celebration would not be complete without the star of the show - San Miguel Beer!
San Miguel’s award-winning beer brands will be offered in all San Miguel Oktoberfest “Beer Festival” parties: San Miguel Pale Pilsen, Red Horse Beer, San Mig Light, San Miguel Super Dry, Cerveza Negra, San Mig Strong Ice, San Miguel Premium All-Malt, San Miguel Flavored Beer, Gold Eagle Beer, and the seasonal San Miguel Oktoberfest Beer. These brands have received the Gold Quality Award from the annual Monde Selection Awards, the world’s most prestigious organization that acknowledges the adherence of products to the highest international standards of taste and quality.
Don’t miss out on this year’s San Miguel Oktoberfest “Beer Festival” 2012 dahil ito ang saya na walang katulad!
Give each side a chance to air their story—that’s one simple solution to settle the long-standing feud between pro- and anti-Internet piracy supporters. Pinoy Blogfest 3.0, an annual event staged by Gadgets Magazine, aims to do just that. Everyone—no matter which side of the piracy issue you’re on—is invited to be part of this instructive yet fun event, happening on Saturday, 22 September 2012 at the Alphaland Tents (EDSA cor. Chino Roces, near Magallanes MRT station) in Makati City.
Pinoy Blogfest 3.0 is themed Caught in the Web: Both Sides of the Digital Movement, and promises a whole afternoon of exciting activities. Whether you’re a tech geek, a music buff, a gamer, a fashionista, or just someone who wants to learn and discover new things, we’ve cooked up something special just for you.
The afternoon program, which opens at 12:00 noon, is free and open to the public.
The series of activities starts out with a digital photography workshop courtesy of Canon Philippines. Also lined up to talk about internet piracy, its effects, and how online movements are bridging the gap between consumers and content-makers are Atty. Ann Edillon of Bengzon Negre Untalan (BNU) Intellectual Property Attorneys, Diego Mapa of OPM bands Pedicab and Tarsius, and Mark Laccay from local creative funding platform Artiste Connect. Color It Red, Taken By Cars, Ciudad, and other local OPM bands will be there for special guest performances. You can pick up gifts and prizes from our sponsors when you participate in the activities. You can also pick out awesome finds in our fashion aisle courtesy of Supersale Bazaar, while gaming rigs will be set up for those who want some free gaming action.
At the evening program, resource persons from the visual arts, publishing, music and legal industries will give an interactive discussion on internet piracy and digital rights. Legal luminary Adel Tamano, Director for Public Affairs and Communication of Coca-Cola will be the evening’s Keynote Speaker. Concluding the program will be the announcement of the winners of the GoodBlog Awards, music from local band Runmanila, and the raffle draws.
The evening program, which starts at 6:00 pm, is a BIO (By Invitation Only) event. If you wish to attend, please visit the Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/GadgetsMagazine and send a private message with your name and contact details so the organizers can put you on the guest list.
Pinoy Blogfest 3.0 is staged by Gadgets Magazine and is made possible by Coca-Cola, NEO, AOC, Edifier, Ginebra San Miguel Premium Gin, and official media partner Manila Bulletin. For more information, head on over to www.gadgetsmagazine.com.ph/pinoy_blogfest3, or check out our daily updates at www.facebook.com/GadgetsMagazine.
Travel entrepreneur RJ
Samson and his 12-year-old daughter Lizzie’s travel story is a unique one. The
US-based Lizzie, who lives with her mom, began traveling alone at the tender age
of eight to the Philippines, and has already been to six continents by the age
of 12.
Before Lizzie turns 13, the father and
daughter tandem will make a trip to Australia to complete the seven continents,
followed by a cruise to the Antarctic.
“Lizzie and I are
definitely excited about this trip. We’ve had such a wonderful time traveling
around the world, just the two of us, and we can’t wait for our next
adventure,” says RJ, who runs a travel company called iTraveler Asia.
Kuala
Lumpur, Malaysia
While RJ and Lizzie’s
father-daughter bonding is far from ordinary, they have a routine for each
trip. “Since Lizzie is based in the United States, we’d meet up at the airport
of our destination and take it from there,” explains RJ.The pair doesn’t
believe in setting itineraries without getting a feel of the place first, so they
do the planning when they get to their destination.
RJ shares that Lizzie
likes to explore new places and if it’s the first time they’re visiting, they
first check out the landmarks and find new experiences along the way.“Most of
the time, we try to find kid-friendly spots,” he says.
Having
been to Asia, Europe, the Middle East, North America, South America and Africa,
Lizzie has her favorites. “I like Singapore because there are a lot of places
to go and do there while South Africa is another favorite because of the wildlife.” RJ adds, “Lizzie has also taken a liking to Michelin star
restaurants which we make sure that we visit on each trip.”
To travel the world is
but a fantasy for many, but RJ and his daughter are living the dream. Yet for
RJ, while traveling to exotic destinations is certainly a thrill, it’s the
moments spent with Lizzie that make the trips worthwhile.
“I always tell her that
she’s lucky because I wasn’t able to travel as a child,” says RJ, who is proud
that his daughter’s first travel experience was to the Philippines. “Traveling
alone has made her independent and it has built a special relationship for us
even if we don’t see each other on a regular basis. Traveling brings us
together, and that is priceless.”
Great music will once again grace Manila grounds as Maroon 5 brings their Overexposed Tour with Special Guest: The Cab on September 18, 2012 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Tickets will be available on June 25, 2012. Tickets may be purchased ONLINE at www.ticketnet.com.ph or call Ticketnet hotline 911-5555 for inquiries.
Ticket Prices:
Patron VIP – P10,000
Patron – P7,000
Lower Box Center – P6,000
Lower Box – P5,500
Upper Box A – P3,500
Upper Box B – P2,500
General Admission – P800
Maroon 5 Live in Manila is SOLD OUT!
But wait you can win your Dream Concert plus Special Dinner over Oasis Gateway!!! Simple Like Araneta Center Facebook Page and share your Extreme Transformation in terms of Fashion, Beauty and Lifestyle. Entry with the most likes wins.
THE BIG DOME STEPS UP WITH ITS EXTREME TRANSFORMATION
The Smart Araneta Coliseum, also known as the Big Dome, has been host to numerous iconic moments in Philippine sports and entertainment history. It is the mecca of the sporting events such as the PBA, UAAP, and NCAA. At the same time, top music acts that played at the Big Dome include the Black Eyed Peas, Maroon 5, Kylie Minogue, Lady Gaga, Lifehouse, and Incubus. It secured its place in boxing and basketball history as the home of the famous “Thrilla in Manila” and “NBA Ultimate All-Star Weekend.” Apart from these, the Big Dome also has an enviable place in history as the place that Blessed John Paul II anointed as “the colosseo of papal audiences.” At present, the Big Dome hosts more than 250 events a year.
Because of this, the Big Dome treasures its unique connection with generations of fans, international and local performing artists and legion of athletic heroes since its first show in 1952.
A NEW UNIQUE VIEWING EXPERIENCE
Fast forward to 2012.
The Big Dome is deep into its EXTREME TRANSFORMATION. The Smart Araneta Coliseum is treasuring its glorious heritage as well as leveling up to more state of the art venue features. Not only will its customers enjoy the prestige of watching their favorite sporting event and artists in a venue with such a storied history, it will also do so with extreme viewer pleasure. Michael Noah, Chief Operating Officer of United Promotions Inc., the management arm of the leisure and entertainment interests of the Araneta Group including the Smart Araneta Coliseum says, “The Extreme Transformation of the Big Dome begins with the majestic façade and interiors of the new Green Gate. The Green Gate welcomes everyone to state –of-the-art features starting with the larger entrance, improved kiosks for retail, scanners at the turnstiles for quicker and more efficient audience entry, and a concourse with LED signages, climate controlled space and video systems.” Noah further explains, “The transformation gets even more exciting when the customer enters the coliseum and approaches his new seat. There will be new flooring, ceilings, lighting and seats for viewer comfort. There will also be more rest rooms with newer features. ”
Noah said that the Big Dome also boasts of the ideal elevation and classic coliseum seating arrangement that meets international standards. “Unlike other venues, our elevation is just right. Audiences, especially kids who get overly excited during ball games and kiddie shows need not worry about falling over themselves in steeply-inclined seats. You can have the time of your life, dancing and cheering without the fear of falling over the edge,” Noah emphasizes.
Adding to these perks are the conveniences of parking plus access points to the shopping and dining options in and outside the coliseum. Through the new parking building’s second and third levels, customers can enter the coliseum and to their respective sections with ease. There will be drop off points at the new Green Gate. The South Gate entrance will likewise be restored allowing access to the coliseum. One can also find a whole lot of dining and shopping options before and after the coliseum events because escalators from the Big Dome will transport the customers to the award-winning Gateway Mall and the upcoming Gateway Tower.
A HAVEN FOR ATHLETES, PERFOMERS AND PROMOTERS
But the viewers are not the only ones to benefit from the Big Dome’s Extreme Transformation. Even the performers and players are in for a great surprise.
Athletes and sports fans will rave over the new sports lighting that will bathe the coliseum interiors. The coliseum’s construction consultants made sure that acoustics, floor and playing conditions are excellent and at par with the world’s best venues.
Over at the back of house, promoters, artists and athletes will love the new locker rooms. The media will also have its designated press room equipped with all the technological tools to transmit their stories in real time. During half-time or during intermission breaks, everyone can enjoy the entertainment and sports club at the front of house.
“You will feel the energy during concerts and sporting events like never before at the Big Dome after this extreme transformation. It’s like the Grand Dame of venues is sporting a brand new hair-do like the Madison Square Garden, says Noah.
With a transformation as extreme as that, there is no doubt that just like the Madison Square Garden, the Big Dome will continue to be the cultural icon of the country.
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