Experience. Amazing. One of a kind. The best. These are the words shared by four remarkable women behind Plantation Bay, a Real Resort with a Real Spa, when asked to describe the resort. Formerly known as Plantation Bay Resort...
From a single bag in 2017 to a thriving business, Aira Bagshop in Minglanilla, Cebu has grown into more than just a store—it’s a livelihood and a home for women, especially single mothers. Founder Ailyn Flormata started using local...
For over 11 years, Mr. Ron Manalang has served as the driving force behind Seda Central Bloc Cebu as its General Manager, marking his 27th year in the hospitality industry. By inspiring multicultural teams through respect and understanding, he has...
Crispy skin, tender and juicy meat, and the perfect pair for your puso or hanging rice. This is Cebu’s lechon. In Talisay City, the heart of Cebu’s lechon tradition, the streets come alive with the sound of chopping knives...
Josef Victor Chiongbian, the General Manager of Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown, will mark his fifth year with the property this December. In an interview with The Freeman, Chiongbian looks back on a journey filled with challenges and growth since...
The Basilica Minore del Santo Niño de Cebu stands as the cradle of Catholicism in the Philippines and the mother of all churches in the country. Nestled in the heart of downtown Cebu City, it houses the oldest religious...
Mr. Ali Banting is the current General Manager of Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino. He has been with the Waterfront brand for 14 years, working across various properties. In 2024, he was assigned to the group’s flagship property...
Sa Paknaan, siyudad sa Mandaue, padayon nga milambo ang usa ka kaalam nga dugay nga panahong gipasa-pasa— ang paghimo og silhig lanot. Si Jose Elbis Enecito Jr., nanag-iya og “water pit,” maampingong nagloblob ug naglaba aning pungango sa buli,...
The Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) continues to set the standard for world-class service, genuine Cebuano hospitality, and sustainable airport operations. Under the public-private partnership between the Mactan-Cebu International Airport Authority (MCIAA) and Aboitiz InfraCapital Cebu Airport Corporation (ACAC), MCIA...
At bai Hotel Cebu, leadership goes beyond business—it’s about people, purpose, and progress. In this exclusive interview, VP Operations & General Manager at bai Hotel Cebu Mr. Alfred M. Reyes shares valuable insights on leading through generational diversity....
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