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VALENZUELA’S PREMIERE RESTOBAR AND GRILLERY

By: Alexander B. Estoesta II It has been a common knowledge that Filipinos love good food. Aside from appreciating the finer points of cooking and food artistry, it is through partaking of a sumptuous meal that Pinoys alongside their families and friends bond, whether it be on a special occasion such as birthdays or weedings, or just simply relaxing after a stressful day at the office or school.

In the heart of Valenzuela City in to the public in December 2012 after three Northern lies a dining es- months of construction. The restaurant’s tablishment that has a refreshing ambi- name is in tribute of Mr. Paler to his mo- ance and also serves good and delicious ther Marcelina. culinary dishes hot off the grill. A perfect Given his background in overseeing venue for those who want to momenta- the operations of restaurants and bars rily escape from the hustle and bustle of having worked as an area manager and the metropolis all the while enjoying a hot supervisor of several dining establish- meal and perhaps a cold bottle or two as ments before, Mr. Amado was tapped by well. Mr. Paler to be Villa Marcelina’s operations Located in Barangay Lingunan, Valen- manager. zuela City, Villa Marcelina prouds itself as As proof of their commitment to make the city’s biggest and finest restobar and the restobar more better, the two friends grill. Opened just last December 2012, Villa openly discuss matters and share their Marcelina has managed to establish itself ideas and suggestions regarding Villa as one of the more prominent dining es- Marcelina’s activities to each other on a tablishments in Valenzuela less than a year daily basis. Through this reciprocation of of its operations. thoughts, Mr. Paler and Mr. Amado are able to chart various marketing and pro- The Early Beginnings motional activities that helped enhanced of Villa Marcelina the image of Villa Marcelina in enticing According to the restaurant’s operation more people to visit the restobar. manager Arnold Amado, Villa Marcelina was a brainchild of his childhood friend Culinary Line-Up Jun Paler. Engaged in the auto supply Acknowledged as Valenuela’s big- business while based in California with his gest grillery and restobar, Villa Marcelina family, Mr. Paler disclosed to Mr. Amado prouds itself with a full-fledged menu that his plans to build a restaurant during one aims to capture even the most distinctive of his visits in the Philippines back in 2004. of tastes. “Nagkita kami dati ni Jun (Mr. Paler) Mr. Amado credits Mr. Paler’s nephew, sa isang bar kung saan ako nagtratraba- Michael Celis, for coming up with the ho noong bumisita siya dito sa Pilipinas restobar’s menu. Celis holds a degree in noong 2004. Sinabi niya sa akin na once Culinary Arts. In addition, there are also bumalik na sila ng pamilya niya dito sa some items in the menu which were con- bansa at mag-settle down for good, ang tributed by the restobar’s current cook and balak niya ay magtayo ng restaurant. Doon kitchen staff. na nagsimula ang pagpaplano para sa Villa Describing Villa Marcelina’s line-up of Marcelina.” shares Mr. Amado. dishes, Mr. Amado describes them as a fu- Further, Mr. Amado discloses that Mr. sion of Asian dishes, which includes tra- Paler has a fondness for food and ea- ditional Filipino meals as well as Chinese ting while in the company of family and and Japanese variants. He cites the restau- friends, thus the concept behind this busi- rant’s grilled food items as the best sellers ness endeavor. in the menu, singling out the Seafood The plan eventually bore into fruition Platter composed of Tuna Belly, Mussels, when Mr. Paler and his family moved Prawns and Pusit Lumot (Squid) as one back to the country in May 2012. Choo- of the more popular dishes among their sing one of his lands in Valenzuela City as diners. location, Villa Marcelina opened its doors Among the restobar’s dishes sampled turn to page 10

2 OCTOBER 28, 2013 - JANUARY 27, 2014 GREAT PHILIPPINES EXPEDITION LIFE, BEAUTY & LEISURE ADVOCATING HEALTH AND WELLNESS TO THE FILIPINO PEOPLE: THE SUPERLADY’S LEGACY By: Alexander B. Estoesta II Despite her more than 30 years tive family. Correspondingly, these that will be passed to their families. wards, they will be able to see the also able to improve the condition in promoting health and wellness plans should center on emphasi- These are achievable goals, she difference and notice the improve- of people with terminal illnesses in the Philippines and abroad, Su- zing awareness in terms of health says, if these individuals whole- ment in their health. “They will be within the seven day management perlady Dr. Winie R. Elfa still feels and wellness for each member of heartedly subscribe to the Super- healed if they properly follow my of my health program.” shares Dr. that she needs to leave a legacy be- the family, since the doctor firmly lady’s Macrobiotic Lifestyle, Dr. protocol in relation to their treat- Elfa. hind that will ensure that her advo- believes that a proper family plan- Elfa’s specific plan of action to ad- ment.” says Dr. Elfa. Onwards, Dr. Elfa is hopeful cacy will be followed by the next ning is equivalent to good health vocate health and wellness to all that Filipinos will be able to adapt generation of Filipino people. for all. Filipinos. An Invitation to Promote her lifestyle wellness regimen and In an exclusive interview gran- “I also advise each Filipino to Emphasizes Dr. Efa: “If a patient Health and Wellness by being committed to it will reap ted to Great Philippines Expedi- plan their lives well. Basically, follows my regimen 100%, I will In order to fully realize this ob- significant benefits for them later tion, the 63-year old Naturopathic/ health is one’s utmost priority. Life assure them that this method will jective, Dr. Elfa is urging investors on. “Magpalusog, magpalakas, Alternative Medicine Doctor shares is the most precious possession but lessen their agonies and help them and medical practitio-ners to help magpaliksi, magpahaba ng buhay her thoughts about her planned most people take it for granted,” to live longer without pain.” her in purchasing several units of ng hindi aray ng aray. Ang hindi legacy to be given to this country’s Dr. Elfa notes. “Man gets sick and Under the Superlady’s Macro- the West Insula Condominium to maiiwasan mapigilan, mamatay ng citizens, with emphasis on a pro- most accidents happen because of biotic Lifestyle regimen, the proce- be converted into a small health fa- nakangiti, hindi nakangiwi. Huwag per and healthly lifestyle to people negligence.” dure to follow include the labora- cility that concentrates on promot- magiwan ng utang sa mga kapitba- coming from all walks of life. She also adds: “The process of tory testing of the prospective client ing her health and wellness objec- hay.” quips Dr. Elfa as her parting “Basically, I plan to leave behind ageing and degeneration cannot or patient before and after the regi- tives. She also plans to utilize her message in inspiring people to keep a lasting legacy for all Filipinos, be avoided. Given this fact, people men is completed. 5-hectare lot situated in El Nido, healthly and strong in order to pro- especially to our senior citizens. should practice preventive mea- This set-up has patients accom- Palawan as a model community for long their lives as well as investing I want them to be in the pink of sures to avoid being stricken by modated by Dr. Elfa on a 24 hour the Superlady’s Macrobiotic Life- towards the future in safekeeping health and free from any sickness sickness.” period in which they will be sub- style regimen. health so that debts may not be especially during the latter years of In detail, Dr. Elfa tells about jected to a diet of foods that are Alongside these plans is her in- incurred to the family to be left be- their life. In turn, they will be able her plans to spread the goodwill of considered as “pagkaing gamot” vitation to individuals who want to hind. to acquire savings and give these health and wellness to the whole (healing foods) which can heal a va- be one of the Superlady’s Macrobi- Listen to Dr. Winnie “Super- assets that will benefit their next of Filipino community. According riety of illnesses. The patients are otic Consultants and be part of the lady” R. Elfa ‘s Radio Program: kin.” says Dr. Elfa. to her, she wants this to be ac- confined to her care in her clinic/ team who will help in carrying out Radyo Kalusugan University in the In principle, according to Dr. complished not only thru word of office at West Insula Condominium and promote the health and well- Air Health Seminar which is aired Elfa, this type of succession is prop- mouth but in deed. in , wherein they will ness programs of Dr. Elfa. on Radyo Veritas 846 KHZ Monday er and ideal since the main benefi- be given the necessary treatment All of these, Dr. Elfa says, will to Friday from 2:00 to 3:00 am and ciaries would be that of the future Introducing the Superlady’s Mac- and medicinal products based on serve as her lasting legacy to the every Thursday from 1:00-2:00 pm. generations and securing a better robiotic Lifestyle their illness. whole Filipino nation. “Sa ganitong Her program is also aired on DZME tomorrow for them. Explains Dr. Namely, there are two purposes For those patients who have paraan ay hindi masasayang ang Radyo Uno 1530 KHZ Monday to Elfa: “We should not think of our- which Dr. Elfa hopes to influence to been diagnosed as having chronic aking mga efforts. Dumaan ako Friday from 4:00-5:00 am and Sa- selves alone but that of the welfare the people who will be following illnesses, Dr. Elfa recommends that sa hirap at batikos mula sa medi- turday 4:00-6:00 am. Visit her office of future generations as well.” this mode of healthy lifestyle. One they stay for seven (7) days under cal community pero ito naman ay at West Insula Condominium, West To prepare for the future, she re- is for them to remain healthly and her hospice with proper treatment nalagpasan ko dahil meron akong Avenue corner EDSA, Quezon City lates that all Filipinos should have the other is to avoid debts and li- and diet from the Superlady’s Mac- mga pasyenteng natulungan na gu- (near Paramount Theater and SM a series of plans for his/her respec- abilities by those sick individuals robiotic Lifestyle regimen. After- maling sa kanilang mga sakit. I was North Edsa) DOALNARA Restoration Society Philippines Multi-Purpose Cooperative Cooperative Profile

Doalnara globally: Global Environmental Res- A movement seemingly quiet toration that Doalnara Com- and simple is arising. Nevertheless munity strives for? all who see and hear of it become Firstly, it is the movement overwhelmed with hope as it em- of “ Restoring the Diseased braces us with refreshing amaze- Lands”. It is known that in ment. This movement is spreading this vast universe living subs- domestically and overseas as well tance exists solely on this and has recently become a point Earth. The root of the earth’s cing, modern conveniences make bute toward the fulfillment of the of major interest. environment is soil, and soil is a convenient lifestyle possible for welfare of the farming villages and This is the moment that Doal- the mother of all living substance. our world. However, the heart the true happiness of mankind. nara Restoration Society is devel- With this belief, in order to restore gradually becomes diseased, and oping for what is called (Global the lands diseased by bvarious the result is the increase of crime DOALNARA RESTORATION Environmental Restoration Move- kinds of environmental pollu- and deterioration, as well as the SOCIETY PHILIPPINES ment). This movement that had tion, Hannong uses what is called crumbling of moral principles MULTIPURPOSE slowly begun in 1980, was es- the triple agricultural methods and ethics. Through demoraliza- COOPERATIVE tablished as Doalnara Restora- through ‘natural organic farming tion, lack of moral standards, and tion Society in 1994 and had then methods without ever using ag- lack of sense of values that do not What is Doalnara? started to carry out organized ac- ricultural products but we have des-troy but rather increase each DOALNARA is a worldwide tual operations. developed a movement that also other’s happiness, we are unable “organic” community, joined to- Presently Doalnara Restora- restores the diseased lands. to break away from the shadows gether with the single purpose tion Society Philippines has many Secondly, it is the movement as we progress towards a dark of growing- organic produce and sister organization, with its head- of “Restoring the diseased Body” future. Through “Hannong’s al- fostering an- organic heart. quarters located in Uljin, South Although science and medical sci- ternative education” this purpose Mission: Korea, with 10 other branches ence is continuously developing, is being fulfilled and has become To make a happy farm com- in Korea located in Chongsong, mankind is suffering from disease a subject of great interest in the munity that is eco-friendly…with Sangju, Bongwa, Pyongchang, more than ever. The way for man- education system. Hannong’s people physically and spiritually JAngheung, Jungju, Sanchung, kind to be freed from their dis- school of alternative education healthy. Thus, restoring man in the Wonju, and Jinchun. There are 11 eased bodies is not to put harmful has been televised several times image of His Maker. internationl branches: in USA, Ja- poison into the body but to con- through the media. Here in this Vision: pan, Australia, Russia, China, Tai- sume healthy foods that maintain school bullying, alienating fellow To make a [A Healthy Soci- wan, Canada, Kyrgystan, Uzbeki- our health. With this belief, Han- classmates, violence, smoking or ety without Disease] as well as [A stan, Kenya and Philippines. nong uses detoxifying foodstuffs deviation can never be found. It is Happy world where everyone Has and produces agricultural pro- a site of education for the whole become one family] Global Environmental ducts that have been produced man and has become the center of Location: Restoration that Doalnara with non-poisonous methods great interest. At the foot of the two fog- Pursue: from non-poisonous soil. With Consequently, people whose gy mountains, Mt.lumot and The dream behind Doal- the intake of this non-poisonous heart are firm and unchanging as Mt.Balatukan, at Sitio San Roque, nara’sloganvillage where dreams agricultural products and through stone have gathered together to brgyn Aposkahoy, Claveria, Mi- come true’ is to make a [ Healthy health laws and natural healing study and educate the Environ- samis Oriental, Mindanao island. Society Without Diseases] as well methods, we not only heal our ment Friendly Agriculture in order Philippines. as [ A happy world where every- diseased bodies but we are also to fulfill and expand this practices one has become one family]. This able tp prevent catching disease domestically and internationally. is the very dream that Hannong as well. By fulfilling Global Environ- Contact and visit Catherine Bautis- Restoration Society has been **Thirdly, it is the movement mental Restoration on the whole ta at 3rd Floor, Victory Mall, Caloo- striving to fulfill through Global of “Restoring the diseased body”. through domestic and interna- can City Mobile Nos: 09294052523 Environment Restoration. Although science and medical tional interchange and public in- and 0927-8310483” Then what is this movement of science is continuously advan- formation, our goal is to contri-

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4 OCTOBER 28, 2013 - JANUARY 27, 2014 GREAT PHILIPPINES EXPEDITION LIFE, BEAUTY & LEISURE A Visit to Cavite’s Blue Bali Health Spa and Restobar By Joylee Bungay “Massage is a luxury one can’t afford to miss.” And in values his staff as much to those who want to at- Why Massage as the clients. tain success is to follow Therapy? search for this kind of pleasure, Great Philippines Expedi- one's happiness: "Ang People occasionally tion found this place located at Mercedes Village in Das- The Staff negosyo, kung sa tingin seek relief from head, In regards to his staff mo tinapos mo doktor back, neck, shoulder and mariñas City, Cavite. Blue Bali Health Spa and restobar in Blue Bali, Mr. Mon- pero hindi ka masaya, body pains. A soothing in the heart of the Southern Luzon province portrays a toya shares:"Four of my huwag ka doon. Kung massage can be a per- therapists are scheduled mas masaya ka magtin- fect treatment for such. whole unique relaxation experience for a perfect getaway. to leave the country and da ng isda, kalimutan Not only does it pro- undergo training in Ku- mo propesyon mo. Pili- vide muscle relaxation The Amenities the spa's furniture and complete package. wait and return back in mo iyon. Chef talaga but boost one's health The place has an al- decors look like as well here afterwards so we ako, akala ko iyon na as well. Massage (the luring aura to any guest as the interiors of the Purely Massage can send another batch pero mas masaya ako power of touch) is good or visitor. The recep- walls and ceiling and Service to train as well." The dito (Blue Bali). Siguro for the body, mind and tion area to its main fa- the design of the rooms/ "What makes Blue personnel here are not 40% stress, 60% masaya soul. To enjoy all of these cility, offers a blend of treatment area. To add, Bali different is that we only friendly and ac- ako sa ginagawa ko lalo benefits, one must do a tranquility and a sense there is also a boutique provide pure massage commodating but they na nakakatulong ako Spa visit and Blue Bali is of authentic ambience. of specialty products pleasure only. Clients are also professionally sa mga therapist ko. a perfect choice for such. "Blue is for men and that all came up to paint come to us because we trained to cater superb Tinuturing ko na din The Spa's combination Bali itself means Bali an Indonesian inspired are known as a very massage treatment to silang mga anak." He of different therapy and Indonesia." Mr. Albert appearance. wholesome establish- melt away all the ten- believes in the signifi- massage comes in rea- Montoya the man be- He was personally ment," says Mr. Mon- sion and stress of a cance of happiness in sonable prices and are hind Blue Bali, shares in charge of the selec- toya. He stands by his heavy day's work. relation to being suc- cost-friendly. You can the story after its name. tion of style and designs, principle of working cessful. According to also choose from their When it comes to work, every little detail of it hard to obtain dignified Footprints of an him, it is also necessary various beauty products, he believes that men including light fixtures, therapists and strongly Entrepreneur that one must know all organic and chemical are more stressed than curtains and plants. A believing in doing what In his two years in how to save money. free. A total health pack- women. Men always cozy specialized area for is right. The proprietor's this field, Mr. Montoya That is why he is thank- age for stress manage- come for massage to couples or the couple's commitment to provi- went through the ups ful for his friends in the ment, rejuvenation and soothe their body pains. room is also offered. The ding reputable and ex- and downs of his busi- administration unit that recreation. So do drop His long time dream of harmony and privacy of cellent customer service ness. "There are a lot of act as his accountants. It by and enjoy the ser- visiting Indonesia also the environment only explains why he never problems, but I made is through them that he vices offered by Blue Bali led up to this concept. adds up to the signature tolerates a therapist who it," says Mr. Montoya. has learned the value of Health Spa and Resto- This also explains how service they offer for a renders extra service. He His message of advice savings. bar.

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not hesistated to share a Perfect teeth, beautiful BECOME A BLESSING part of themselves to help in channeling relief to the TO OTHERS needy, be it in the form of giving donations or by smiles the MRC way RODEL T. RABARA physically volunteering to Text and photos By Leony R. Garcia assist in various medical "I hope to see the and rescue operations in day when children no It is only but human help us get past through different areas of concern. longer have to wear for one to experience this challenge in life. It can be remembered braces." starts Dr. And this is where the that in Catholic teaching, Gamaliel Urbi of My- a multitude of hard- presence of families and the corporal works of ofunctional Research ships in life. It can friends come in. The fa- mercy entice each one Co. (MRC) Clinics. range from as simple mily is considered as the of us to feed the hungry, The dentist is as one being suddenly backbone of a person, clothe the naked, give drink talking from experi- so always expect a ready to the thirsty and visit the ence having been in retrenched from work response if one is to seek sick, among others. Its is the dentistry business to the more complex, help from a family member through performing these all his working life. such as an individual given the close-knit qua- acts do we receive an ac- He said most parents lity of Filipino families. The complishment in life and save hard for the kids growing up in an envi- same principle applies to fulfillment in spirit as we braces while the kids ronment deprived not friends also, especially have wholeheartedly ren- brave it out to endure only of sustenance those who one has grown dered these duties to our the pain of wires. up with in which the rela- fellow man and in the eyes This happens but of any parental when parents worry tionship is almost similar of our Heavenly Father. and seek medical care as well. to being siblings among So wherever you can, help especially for Though it may seem themselves. whenever you can, always true that certain forms their kids with croo- And strangers also can try to extend a helping ked or crowded teeth. of problems supposedly help during times of hard- hand to others. By beco- act as building blocks in And they are advised ship. How? People are ming a blessing to them, it by the dentist to just strengthening one’s cha- known to show compas- will also open the avenue racter as the years go on, it bring them back sion to his or her fellow for others to assist you when they are 12 years old – at the addressed first.” Urbi says. is definitely not applicable man during times of suffe- when a dire time is at hand. time when an orthodontic treat- He explains that a child’s man- to everyone. Mere humans ring. In dire situations No matter how big or small ment like the brace could now be nerisms have a huge impact on that we are, we are prone such as the recent calamity your form of help is, it mat- fitted to their teeth. shaping his/her face. and susceptible to emo- that has struck the Visayas ters greatly to the person This is traditional approach “If the child breathes through tions whenever we encoun- and the armed strife that that you are helping. -- through brace. However, by the mouth instead of nose, bites the lip, thumb sucks or uses the ter a difficult and painful has displaced many in Have a good day, every- 12 years old it may be too late as tongue to push the teeth, these situation. Most of the time, Zamboanga City, there are a child’s jaw bones may be fully one. And continue to share actions could put pressure on the we may need support to countless persons who did your blessings to others! formed as well as permanently out of its supposed shape, Urbi says. child’s jaw and cause not only Fixed braces cannot effectively misshapen teeth but also face.” ex- develop the jaws and extraction of plains Urbi. multiple permanent teeth is often The soft tissues in the mouth -If outside, go to an required. Full-fixed braces may control dental position and should BEING READY FOR open area where there are also bring “Other problems such be treated in conjunction with any no obstructions that might as enamel and root damage.” Urbi orthodontic appliance therapy. says. Treating the soft tissue inside the AN EARTHQUAKE hurt you and others in the mouth is highly important as re- midst of aftershocks. “In short, hinintay muna ma- ging malala yung problemang search shows the position of the EMERGENCY -Stay away from stan- teeth is determined by the lips and ALEXANDER B. ESTOESTA II ding furniture or appliance tongue. Also, posi- that can fall on you. tive facial growth A numbing incident paredness and emergency -Stay away from win- depends on correct dows since they might function and cor- which happened last evacuation, especially du- ring times when the earth shatter and you might rect breathing. When the per- October 15, 2013 has is making violent and rapid get injured by the flying left hundreds dead shards. (broken glass) manent teeth erupt shakes. at 6 to 8 years of -If you are in a moving and hundreds more An online article by age, the child’s ap- either injured or dis- the National Geographic vehicle slow down, find an pearance often be- open area and get out. possessed of their shares key information comes worse. about Earthquake Safety. Remember that the key The MRC Cli- housing and material This includes having an word here is to remain nic’s approach is to belongings . Further- earthquake readiness plan, calm and not panic regard- evaluate the child more, it has left a building your house with less of the catastrophic from 5 to 8 years of the help of a professional situation. Being calm age, looking for the whole nation terrified causes of crooked teeth, and sug- who will guide you to make will enable you to think bago gamutin. By that time ma- gesting treatment for these causes on the aftermath of a the structure earthquake clearly and straight so that sakit para sa bata ang solusyon disaster. you may be able to save – bubunatan siya ng permanent right away. proof, keeping an emer- Correcting these incorrect my- The 7.2 magnitude gency kit that has an ade- yourself and others in the teeth at lalagyan ng maraming wires at mas magastos.” He says. ofunctional habits at an early age earthquake that has hit the quate supply of food, water process as well. There With modern technology, par- allows for the child to develop Visayas area, in particular and medicine for the whole are countless times that correct arch development, good the provinces of Bohol and people are overwhelmed ents and children don’t need to family and also turning off wait until these ages. In fact, ac- dental alignment, improved jaw Cebu as well as surroun- immediately the electricity, by panic that it results in cording to Urbi it’s better to start growth and overall a better loo- ding areas, in the morning gas and water lines once creating a more trouble- treatment early and correct the king face. of October 15 has been disaster strikes. some situation such as in underlying causes of the prob- described as one of the In addition, the article the cases of stampedes or lem (incorrect muscle function of Training Activities MRC Clinic teaches the child more destructive natural also suggests about what drowning in sea disasters. the lips and tongue) commonly calamities in recent local Avoiding panic will ensure cause by mouth breathing, tongue several activities meant to improve people should do in the his/her habit. history. Aside from leaving not only your personal thrusting, reverse swallowing and middle of an earthquake Called MRC Trainer Activi- scores of people lifeless, activity. These are: safety, but to other people thumb sucking (also known as in- correct myofunctional habits). ties, these series of exercises are the earthquake has also as well. Continue to be meant to retrain the muscles of the pulverized and destroyed -Drop down; take cover safe, everyone! tongue, lips and cheeks to func- several historical sites, Preventive, under a desk or table and interceptive dentistry tion correctly. mostly heritage churches As a fellow of the International The clinic uses easy-to-un- which have been built se- Given that the Philippines lie in the Association of Orthodontics, a derstand 3D animations to show veral centuries ago. professional association primarily parents and their children how Given that the Philip- Pacific Ring of Fire area of the planet, it consisting of general and pediatric the facial muscles influence tooth pines lie in the Pacific Ring makes the country susceptible to volcanic dentists, Urbi was introduced to a position, and how the combina- of Fire area of the planet, it new dental technique that would tion of MRC Trainer Activities and MRC Trainers are specifically makes the country suscep- eruptions as well as frequent earthquakes be able to address misshapen jaw and teeth of young kids aged be- designed to retrain the muscles tible to volcanic eruptions and tremors. of the tongue, lips and cheeks to as well as frequent earth- tween 5 and 12. “What we do here at MRC Clin- function correctly. quakes and tremors. With Reference: http://environment. hold on. ic is to observe the concerned child “This is the only time we exa- this fact, it is important nationalgeographic.com/environ- -Stay indoors until the first. Putting any corrective instru- mine the child’s teeth and deter- that each Filipino know the shaking stops and you’re ment/natural-disasters/earthquake- ment on the child’s teeth should mine which type of MRC Trainer finer points of disaster pre- sure it’s safe to exit. safety-tips/ come later because we found out (dental appliances that straighten it’s the child’s habit that should be the teeth and jaws) fit the child’s turn to page 10

6 OCTOBER 28, 2013 - JANUARY 27, 2014 GREAT PHILIPPINES EXPEDITION ENTERTAINMENT Sindaw Philippines Performing Arts Guild COMPANY PROFILE “Sindaw“ as it was called, premiered their full- length production on March 2002 entitled “SAYAW” showcasing an array of published Philippine Folk Dances ranging from the forceful Cordillera highlanders all the way to the tapestry of exotic Mindanao and, the highly spirited dances of the Rural low-landers as well as the elegance of Spanish influenced dances. Inspired by the Ramon Obusan the group received the prestigious Prince Albert of Monaco as one of ticipated in the Asia Month Festival September 5 to 10, 2013. The group Folkloric Group under the tutelage International Award, which placed the distinguished guests held in 2008 in Fukuoka Japan along with also participated in the Sari-Saring of the National Artist for Dance them into the Hall of Fame. Another Monaco, France. In June of the same performers from other countries. Sayaw, Sama-Samang Galaw- an Mr. Ramon Arevalo Obusan†, the invitation that took them to take year, the group showed grace and For the year 2009, Sindaw has been annual cultural event featuring va- group was officially registered in centerstage in the Singapore Heri- beauty in their outstanding perfor- invited to perform in the ASEAN rious leading folk dance groups year 2002 with Mr. Randy C. Gue- tage Festival, a Singapore Holiday mances for the Philippine Independ- Tourism Fair in Naiigata, Japan, organized by the Cultural Center vara as the Artistic Director. In the event held in the astonishing Mall of ence Day Celebration of the Filipino Sakai Festival and Naniwa Philip- of the Philippines in the year 2004- same year, the group was chosen by Suntec City. In 2005, the group per- Community-Taipei, Taiwan. Sindaw pine Day in Osaka, Japan and ASE- 2007. They have also invitational the Daepartment of Tourism (DOT) formed a special Philippine reper- delighted 3 major conferences in AN Culture and Tourism Fair held performances at the Open Audito- to be the official emissary to the Pa- toire and selected Asian Traditional November which includes the 9th in Seoul, South Korea.Year 2010 Bu- rium of Rizal Park, Manila for the cifico Yokohama, Japan. The group songs in the Asia Pacific Economic ASFAA Congress, the 23rd ASEAN san International Travel Fair Korea. “Concert at the Park” aside from participated in the Taipei Interna- Forum held at the Coconut Palace, Senior-Amateur Golf Champion- Korea Travel Fair Korea June 2011. regular performance in corporate tional Travel Fair held in World CCP Complex. The Singapore Tou- ship, and the 12th REAAA Confe- Asian Month Festival in Fukuoka events and various occasions. Tru- Trade Center in Taipei, Taiwan rism Board worked with the group rence. Various outreach programs October 2012. India Asean Summit ly, the group never ceases the ad- as an Ambassador in promoting in the Philippine event of Uniquely has been extended in Cannosa High December 2012. vocacy of promoting the Philippine the WOW Philippines Project of Singapore Festival 2005 at the Po- Sta.Rosa, Laguna and Cavite to form International Travel Fair culture thru dance and music. As then DOT Secretary Richard Gor- dium, Ortigas Center. Moreover, part of their quest to propagate Phi- March 6 to 12 2013 Guangzhou, the Maguindanao word “Sindaw” don in 2002 and 2003. in May 2006 the group showed lippine dances and music. On No- China. August 18 to Septem- the group will always have this pro- DOT once again sent the group that they were not only bounded vember 2006, Sindaw attended the ber 10 Philippine Food Festival in mise: To continually light the fire of to the world-renowned MIDO-SUJI in Asia when they were invited Hongkong Travel Fair 2006, and Crowne Hotel in Guangzou and our commitment to promote Arts Parade in Osaka, Japan where they to take part in the Fund Raising China International Travel Mart Hilton Hotel Shanghai China, and Culture through Dances and captured the 1st Prize International Program for the benefit of The Vir- held in Shanghai, P.R.O.C. to pro- Sindaw received the award for the Music! Award (2003) and in 2004, from lanie Organization and The Ban- mote the scenic places of the Philip- Best Folklore Group at Busan In- Reference: Mr.Randy carlos Gue- among 15 participating countries, tay Bata Foundation together with pines. In October 2008, Sindaw par- ternational Travel Fair 2013 Korea varra-Director : HIGANTES FESTIVAL 2013 Destined & Determined For Stardom By: Renacelle Cruz-Punzalan She may be a typical teen who na lang ang natira na nagpursue.” In an era when piracy is the #1 threat dreams of making it big as a per- in the progress of the music industry, former. What sets her apart is she has You Tube sensation her debut album managed to hit the loads of talents to back her dreams up: for “Super Bass” quadruple platinum mark in com- she sings, raps, composes songs; she After several years in the business, bined actual album sales and digital/ plays the drums, , guitar, flute, Julie Anne’s break seemed elusive. It virtual downloads via iTunes, a feat lyre, keyboard, violin, ukulele and was like thinking she’s just one of even seasoned artists can’t easily xylophone. All that is wrapped up in them aspiring singers. “Siguro during achieve nowadays. this lady named Julie Anne San Jose. those times, sinabi ko na lang sa sarili Julie has similarly been the voice She started young. Her musicality ko na mag-aaral na lang ako, kasi pa- of many themesongs of GMA shows became evident at the tender age of rang walang nangyayari sa akin.” Her like , The Last Prince, Pil- 2 and a half when her mom, Marivic dad Jonathan wanted her to quit from yang Kerubin, Sisid, Dwarfina, Bro- heard her humming “Habang May showbiz. He was against it in the first ken Vow, Paroa and Teen Gen. She Buhay.” Not long after, she was sing- place. The determined Julie literally recorded a number of GMA Station ing ’s version of the same begged and cried to him to allow her ID jingles along with Songbird Regine song, right lyrics, melody and all. to go on. “Kasi bihirang magkaroon Velasquez and . Like most of our well-loved actresses ng mga talents na ganito, kailangan Higantes Festival is Angono plaza. did, little Julie Anne joined Eat Bula- i-treasure especially those God-gi- Love Team and Movies Rizal's annual joyous celebration in Another must-see is the ce- ga’s Little Miss Philippines and wind- ven ta-lents, parang pinili ka ni Lord The Julie Anne and Elmo Maga- honor of San Clemente, the patron lebration of Angono's Town Fiesta up winning first Runner-up when she para gawin mo ito (your mission),” lona partnership began as an ex- saint of fishermen. The parade of on November 23, 2013, the Feast was 3. In the contest’s interview por- she quips. periment via a song & rap number the colorful paper-mâchéHigantes is Day of San Clemente. There will be a tion, she said she wanted to become While waiting for the break and in . The tandem im- part of a two-week long celebration procession of the image of San Cle- an “artista.” That was the first step to to further hone her singing, she then pressed the audience because of their of the Angono's Town Fiesta. This mente. It will be so much fun as her dream. made a lot of Ustream videos, covers on-screen chemistry, its following year, several activities were lined up there will be a fire truck that will Fast-forward to 8 years after, with of the songs of her choice. “Noong builds up every performance week. for the Higantes Festival. One of the sprinkle water to the townsfolk. It is the prodding of her lola, she audi- ginawa ko nga yung Super Bass, that JuliElmo, as they are called, also highlights is the Higantes Grand Pa- believed that it is a sign of blessing tioned for Popstar Kids, QTV 11’s was the time na na-recognize ako starred in several short films collec- rade on November 17, 2013 which when you get wet during the pro- singing contest for kids aged 7 to 11. as me, not as a performer from a TV tively called the Red Mask trilogy. usually starts around 7:00 in the cession. Lola was right. Julie did not only pass show but as a YouTube girl.” Julie said Moreover, a special musical patterned morning. The parade is scheduled to REFERENCE: the auditions she landed as one of the with humility. No, she wouldn’t call after Shakespeare’s “Romeo & Juliet” start in front of Angono Elementary http://www.pinoyadventurista. five finalists. Second step was also a herself a sensation for she feels she’s was created for them, the “Julie Anne School going around the town's res- com/2013/09/angono-higantes-festi- success. only done a few videos. & Elmo: A Wazak Love Story.” idential roads and ends at the town val-2013-schedule.html “I joined Popstar Kids and then “It’s up to the people na lang if Their tandem was not limited to ayun na, di ko rin ine-expect na they want to call me a sensation but singing. Julie and Elmo starred in matatanggap ako sa screening. Pa- for me personally I don’t call myself various sitcoms like Andres de Saya rang I just wanted to try if makakapa- as one. Yung Super Bass ang parang and Daldalita. JuliElmo were the lead sa ako.” The weekly contest helped nag-hit talaga and I wasn’t really ex- stars in the weekly teen drama show, all five of them to develop into ver- pecting and I’m really thankful and Together Forever. Their first lead role satile singers. Ballad, Dance, RnB, blessed na umabot sa ganoong level in a full length movie, Just One Sum- Pop are among the song genres they yung views.” mer, was their fans’ most anticipated would perform. With this versatility, Last year, GMA Records met up project in 2012. the network saw their group to be with its team to work on her debut Locally, the Asia’s Pop Sweet- promising. “GMA decided to give us album simply titled Julie Anne San heart dreams to fill the Araneta a contract as a group, which was Sug- Jose. It had 11 tracks, 2 of which are Coliseum for a concert, to show arpop. Tuloy-tuloy na,” Julie recalled. her compositions plus 2 remakes. 3 the different side of Julie Anne and The group became a regular in the songs in the album have been theme maybe perform a duet with her idols network’s Sunday noontime musi- songs to 3 Koreanovelas, also in Lea Salonga or Mariah Carey or cal variety show, SOP Rules. Sugar GMA. Chris Brown. She also dreams of a pop released a self-titled album, When referred to as one of today’s tour in Europe and would like to go consisting of ten songs. It was later most popular teens in show business, to Greece, Germany, Bahamas and repackaged and three theme songs the label came as a surprise as if it’s Jerusalem. from GMA soap operas were added. the first time she heard somebody “Tapos na-disband din kasi nag-aaral hailed her as such. She shyly uttered, Up Close and Personal pa rin kaming lahat. Hanggang sa ako “hindi naman po.” Why not, I said. turn to page 8 jUliE aNnE

GREAT PHILLIPINES EXPEDITION OCTOBER 28, 2013 - JANUARY 27, 2014 7 Travel industry gears up for Health promotion 1st Philippine Tourism Week caravan done BAGUIO CITY – The Baguio City hall grounds was the venue yesterday for the Karadkad Health Fair in partnership with the Lakbay Buhay Kalusugan (LBK) with Department of Health (DOH) Assistant Secretary Enrique Tayag as guest. The Philippine Tour Operators Aside from the business fo- tourism, the 1st Philippine Tourism Secretary Tayag is DOH’s ambassador for health lifestyle and is popular Association (PHILTOA), in partner- rum, PHILTOA will also organ- Week will include the 24th Philip- with his dance moves in health advocacy programs. Tayag’s message ship with the Department of Tour- ize the Philippine Travel Exchange pine Travel Mart—the largest and included prevention of non-communicable diseases through exercise, ism, is set to mount festivities for the (PHITEX)—a travel trade initiative longest-running local travel trade healthy diet and no-smoking policies was interspersed with dance moves first-ever Philippine Tourism week, to promote inbound tourism to over show. Scheduled on September 6-8, which is scheduled on September 90 international buyers originating 2013, the expo will feature over 350 which stirred up the audience. 1-8 at the SMX Convention Center from Europe, U.S.A. and Asia. This local exhibitors showcasing destina- LBK is a comprehensive health promotion caravan through the DOH in Pasay City. is part of the promotional efforts to tion and tour products from all over National Center for Health Promotion, with a medical outreach mission support the Department of Tourism the country. where nearly two thousand individuals were benefited. Boarding for ASEAN in meeting its target of 10M inbound The event will also see the un- Other activities of the LBK and medical mission were the breastfeed- Integration 2015 tourists by 2016. veiling of exciting new destinations ing program with a demonstration of lactating mothers; with City Health Among the highlights of the for travelers of all types. Up for grabs Officer Dr. Florence Reyes and nurse Purificacion Serna supervising. week-long celebration is the 1st Tourism Creates Jobs in the annual Sale ng Bayan are the The negative effects of smoking were also dramatized by community Philippine Tourism Forum, which In line with honing the industry Island Getaways—joint group tours heath teams, staff and health workers. will bring together major tourism to regional standards, the event will that cover destinations across vari- A tableau with the different health districts as participants was pre- industry players—both local and also include Trabaho sa Turismo, a ous parts of the Philippines, sold at regional—to discuss the issues and job fair for those interested in ex- discounts of up to 70%. sented and judged by Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) implications of the impending ASE- ploring job opportunities and career *** Baguio City Director Evelyn Trinidad; CSC Atty. Emily Balungay; Dr. Ma. AN tourism integration. growth in the tourism industry. The Philippine Tour Operators Soledad Antonio of DOH, Manila; Joel Javella of DOH, Manila; and, Roder- Done in partnership with pres- *** Association (PHILTOA), Inc. is a ick Osis of the Baguio Correspondents and Broadcasters Club. tigious business and tourism organ- “Some of the biggest challenges non-stock and non-profit organi- Information on safe motherhood, child health and nutrition and family izations such as the Management faced by the tourism sector lie in zation of tour operators and allied health were also featured. Other features include exhibits, health classes, Association of the Philippines and finding talent and developing a members actively involved in the and storytelling sessions. the ASEAN Board Advisory Council competent workforce,” says Cesar advocacy of responsible tourism. The program is supported by the US Agency for International Develop- of the Philippines, the 1st Philippine Cruz, PHILTOA President. With The membership includes travel ment (USAID). Tourism Forum will also feature the their youth-specific training effort, agencies, hotel, resorts, transporta- A press conference followed the program while the medical mission industry's first-ever Tourism Town PHILTOA seeks to secure the indus- tion companies, handicraft stores, Hall meeting. The event will set the try’s future manpower supply. and other tourism-oriented estab- went on, with Dr. John Tinoyan in charge. private sector's general direction for lishments and association. For more The activity is part of Baguio’s 104th charter day celebration, and is 2015, laying the groundwork for the The Philippines is On Sale! information on the 24rd Philippine also anchored on the theme, “Steadfast Service to the City.” -juliegfian- industry's compliance to regional Staying true to the PHILTOA’s Travel Mart, please visit www.phil- zaq standards. main thrust of promoting domestic toa.org.

Julie Anne... from page 7 Eldest in a brood of 3 girls, Julie declares the perfect melody.” to be a regular teen at home. “Before po I do household chores nung di pa ako nagsho-show- Regular Student biz, kasi di pa busy. But now, sobrang limited Now a Mass Communication junior in An- lang time sa family, para sa sarili and sometimes gelicum College, a course she chose because “I’d I can’t go out because of work. Also as an older like to be a broadcaster. It would be a good feel- sister kailangan mag set ng good example, kasi ing to be able to deliver the news, at the same kung di ko gagawin yun, magiging unfair sa time being able to travel and see the way people ibang kapatid ko.” spend their everyday lives.” Julie reveals. When Books by authors Cassandra Clare, Scott in preparatory, she wanted become a lawyer, Thoreau, Sydney Sheldon, Charles Dickens and but now she vaguely sees herself pursuing that Nicholas Sparks are among Julie’s favorites. She path and with a clear vision, “no, I don’t want is fond of watching comedy, action, inspira- to involve myself in politics. I’d rather help thru tional films and science fiction. When schedule charities.” permits, she works out at home to keep fit and The fame she gained, she sincerely ac- strengthen her stamina. Her bucket list is filled knowledges the fans. “Where I am right with aspirations in extreme fields – from becom- now, I really owe my supporters and follo- ing a director to being a scientist or astronaut. wers. And I treat them as friends, it’s one way If given the chance to do her dream movie for them to feel na importante sila sa akin.” role, it will definitely be an action film. “I like to Much more than making MyJaps always a Twit- try other stuff that is out of the box, not typical ter-trending topic, her fans are also a bunch for a girl. And maybe have Tom Cruise as my of storytellers and writers and she is aware of leading man.” she laughs. most, if not all of them. Orange is her favourite color because Julie “Nakakatuwa they give so much effort, pa- feels it’s something youthful and full of life. rang dun lahat naglalabasan ang talino nila. It’s “Anything orange, that’s my collection.” Serve not just like yung may maisulat lang, but they’re any fish dish, as long as it’s not fried, she will very creative. Kaya pag may mga offers like mga love it. Add to that her regular serving of salad. soap opera or movie, kung anong magandang Weird food cravings? Julie considers it her com- story, sabi ko kumuha sila sa fanfictions kasi I fort food: milo on rice or bread, banana and bet maraming magaganda,” she proudly says. cheese on bread, mangoes dipped in or sprin- “Of course thankful ako kay Lord. Ganoon kled with sugar, noodles with steamed hotdog, din sa GMA Network, they’ve been giving me to name a few. a lot of opportunities and chances to prove my- Her personality strength? “Macho,” she ex- self, to all the people I work with, yung nanini- claimed, “hindi yung sa physical characteristics, wala talaga sa kakayahan ko,” adds Julie Anne. it’s about how strong you are and how you carry Further, the young star is cognizant of her yourself.” status as a budding celebrity, and the respon- Being under the sign of Taurus she admits to sibility that comes with it. “Being a celebrity is be, yes, a bull. “Fearless, medyo pasaway ako. not just about the money or fame. It’s all about Kahit wala na akong pahinga, I give everything hardwork, determination, discipline and sacri- for work. I don’t give a damn about anything but fice. You really have to put yourself into it and I don’t mean to hurt and offend any feelings or do whatever it takes just to prove everyone that anybody. Siguro kasi ang insecurity ko is that you deserve what you have. Masarap siya pero my best is not always good enough. To ease my- bago mo makuha yung sarap, kailangan mong self, I pray, I listen to music. It is my only com- maghirap. You just don’t try but you have to do panion every time I am alone, I feel alone and your best.” empty. I get to invigorate and loosen up,” Julie When you hear the song Written in the Stars explains. by Tinnie Tempa, know that Julie feels it’s the A tough exterior but soft inside, Julie admits best song that describes her and what she went that though she rarely shows her weakness, she through, that she won’t be affected by people is a very sensitive person and is really vulnera- who try to put her down. Or maybe Brand New ble. “Negative vibes will either make you stron- Me by Alicia Keys speaks of her stronger perso- ger or it will just weaken you. What I do is just na now. Her parents always remind her to keep spend time alone and talk to God, I ask for guid- her feet on the ground and to be forever guided ance from Him. Sometimes the experience gives by this passage: “For an inspiration to write a song, and I always pray everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, to God before I compose a song, for Him to give and he who humbles himself will be exalted.” me strength to compose the perfect lyrics and [Luke 14:11].

8 OCTOBER 28, 2013 - JANUARY 27, 2014 GREAT PHILIPPINES EXPEDITION FEATURE LAZADA INTRODUCES PREMIER FASHION ITEMS TO SOUTHEAST ASIAN CUSTOMERS LAZADA is on its way to becoming Southeast Asia’s number one fashion shopping destination • More than 20,000 fashion items already available • Features 700 well-known local and international fashion brands online (among them Nike, Marc Jacobs, RayBan, etc.) • Supports local designers and smaller brands through LAZADA’s unique fashion marketplace model

Lazada, the leading online to create their own online shop- our customer-centric approach. shopping mall in Indonesia, Ma- in-shop. Through this marketplace We want to serve our customer’s laysia, the Philippines, Thailand model, brands can levera-ge on needs in all areas of their lives”, and Vietnam, today announces the Lazada’s popularity and opera- says Maximilian Bittner, CEO of launch of its brand-new fa-shion tional expertise, as well as reach the LAZADA group. marketplace in Lazada ID, Lazada customers beyond the traditional Boarding new brands like Z’Ng MY, Lazada PH, Lazada TH and offline infrastructure. Smaller re- by Jonathan Wong from Malaysia, Lazada VN. tailers benefit from Lazada’s traffic Co-founder and Fa-shion Catego- Lazada, which initially offered through Lazada’s strong customer ry Manager Martell Hardenberg categories ranging from consumer base as well as from specific cam- said, “We are proud of being able electronics to household goods, paigns like the Lazada fashion to both enhance the range for our items they look for on LAZADA. venient online shopping experi- toys and sports equipment, now week where local designers are customers and to contribute to the ence with a broad product offering adds to their extensive category able to present their products to a online ecosystem in Southeast Asia About LAZADA in categories ranging from fashion, range more than 20,000 fashion broad online audience. through our unique marketplace LAZADA (www.lazada.co. consumer electronics to household accessories like watches, bags and “We are very proud to an- model. This is a great achievement id, www.lazada.com.my, www. goods, toys and sports equipment. shoes with apparel to follow soon. nounce the launch of our new as it is very important for us to give lazada.com.ph, www.lazada. LAZADA is always striving to The fashion assortment consists of fashion marketplace today. This young designers and local entre- co.th, www.lazada.vn) is South- offer its customers the best pos- more than 700 local and interna- marks a huge step forward on our preneurs a platform which helps east Asia’s fastest growing online sible offerings – including multi- tional brands including Nike, Adi- way to become Southeast Asia’s them to access the broad market.” shopping mall, with operations in ple payment options, free returns das, Crocs, RayBan, Timberland, shopping destination with the Due to existing infrastructure, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, and extensive customer service Hush Puppies, Pepe Jeans, Casio, broadest assortment avai-lable on LAZADA is able to grow the as- Thailand and Vietnam. and warranty commitments. On- Aigner, Marc Jacobs and Mango. one platform. We saw a growing sortment very quickly. Many more LAZADA is pioneering e- the-go shoppers can conveniently Lazada also supports local de- demand for fashion items and re- items, new sub-categories and new commerce across some of the fast- shop from the LAZADA Android signers and upcoming brands by sponded to this need right away. shops are added every day to en- est growing countries in the world app, which can be downloaded offering the unique opportunity This is a logical step that follows sure customers will find all fashion by offering a fast, secure and con- here. Pangasinan Foundation Day in Lingayen 2014 Representatives from different towns and cities in Pangasinan, north of Manila, celebrate its upcom- ing 434rd founding anniversary through parade of different floats and street dancing at the provincial capitol grounds. Reference: http://www.demotix.com/news/1933806/ pangasinan-celebrates-433rd-foundation-day- lingayen#media-1933790

Department of Agriculture Press Release PCA AND PCIC SIGN MOU FOR INSURANCE COVERAGE OF Senator Cynthia Villar (center), chair of Committee on Food and Agriculture listens to Fitrite Inc. marketing COCONUT FARMERS manager Christopher Carillo (right) discuss the global demand for processed marine products at the five-day ANUGA 2013 in Cologne, Germany. The Philippines, through the partnership of the Departments of Agriculture and Trade and Industry, showcased some of the country’s homegrown products which have the potential for market expansion worldwide. The ANUGA trade fair, dubbed as the world’s leading food fair for the retail trade, food service and catering market, is held every two years. Assisting the senator are former Senate President Manny Villar and DTI Usec. Ponciano Manalo. (photo by AJJacalan)

The Philippine Coconut Authority signed a Memorandum of Under- standing with the Philippine Crop Insurance Corporation to provide a stable agricultural insurance program for coconut farmers in the country. It also Agriculture Secretary Proceso aims to enhance credit access for small coconut farmers. J. Alcala (4th from left) and In addition to facilitating agricultural production and agri−enterprise Senator Grace Poe-Llaman- credit as well as microfinance for Small Coconut Farmers Organizations zares (5th from left) cut a (SCFO's), PCA proposed to insure 500,000 farmers of various organizations ceremonial ribbon to open the for the year 2014. PCA will likewise allocate budget for premium insurance 1st Philippine Natural and Or- cost specifically for the Term Insurance Package−Accident and Dismember- ganic Products Expo, October ment Security Scheme (ADSS) of the said farmers. Furthermore, PCA will 17 to 19, 2013, which was held also insure their assets and projects and among these are; PCA buildings, in conjunction with the 10th Research Centers, Training Centers, Seedling Nurseries and Plantations of National Organic Agriculture SCFO's/farmers. Congress, at the Philippine In- In line with this, the PCIC resolves to support PCA's programs such as; ternational Convention Center, Rehabilitation through Fertilization, National Coconut Planting/Replanting, in Pasay City. The three- maintenance of Coconut Seedfarm/Seedgargen, farm Diversification/Inter- day organic agri expo and cropping and Kasaganahan sa niyugan ay Kaunlaran ng Bayan (KAANIB). congress—spearheaded by They will also support Research and Development and Regulatory Services the Department of Agriculture under the Coconut Industry Development Roadmap. through the National Organic PCA Administrator Euclides G. Forbes said, the program is designed to Agriculture Program (NOAP) address the vulnerability of SCFO's from extreme weather events caused by and Bureau of Agriculture and climate change. He added that the crop insurance will likewise protect the Fisheries and Products Stand- farmers against losses due to pest and disease infestations, natural calami- ards (BAFPS)—was attended by 1,000 farmers, organic agriculture advocates, resource persons, product exhibitors, DA ties and extreme weather events. The Administrator also emphasized PCA's fa- commitment to develop a sustainable and globally competitive coconut in- mily officials and foreign guests. Also shown (from left) are: BAFPS Director Leo Cañeda, Dutch Ambassador Ton Boon dustry. He said that aside from ensuring financial protection to the coconut von Ochssee, DA Undersecretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat, and DA Agribusiness and Marketing Assistance Service farmers the MOU with the PCIC is also designed to improve agricultural Director Leandro Gazmin. (Photo by Kathrino Resurreccion, DA Information Service) productivity and establish the development of the coconut industry. Reference: http://www.pca.da.gov.ph/

GREAT PHILLIPINES EXPEDITION OCTOBER 28, 2013 - JANUARY 27, 2014 9 FEATURE Villa Marcelina... from page 2 by the Great Philippines Expedition An Oasis in the Metropolis tion of becoming Valenzuela City’s staff are Pata Tim, which is braised Also worth mentioning is the lo- main restobar and grillery, a more Chinese pork leg, Bulalo, a Filipino cation and venue of Villa Marcelina. important accomplishment of Villa beef soup with vegetables, Flaming Although listing its address in a met- Marcelina is becoming a vital tool in Chicken, which is grilled chicken ropolitan city, the place is remarka- providing employment opportuni- thigh and leg with gravy and choice bly serene and spacious unlike some ties for local folk in the vicinity. garnishings, Mixed Seafoods which bars and dining areas in neighboring “Noong ginagawa na itong res- is a grilled variety of seafood spe- cities where they are cramped into taurant, natutuwa si Mr. Paler dahil cialties such as crab, fish, shrimp and small nooks and movement is li- magkakaroon na ng pagkakataon na squid and Sinuglaw,a dish which mited, especially when hundredes magkaroon ng trabaho ang mga ka- combines grilled pork belly (liempo) of people frequent the place on a babayan namin dito sa Valenzuela,” with fresh fish fillet marinated in regular basis. notes Mr. Amado. “ Hindi lang na- mana-gement of Villa Marcelina is “Ang mahalaga dito ay mamaintain vinegar and spices (kinilaw). The scene is different in Villa man kasi pera at kita lang ang dapat looking at expanding their opera- ang good standing with the custom- In addition, Mr. Amado says that Marcelina. Upon entry, the fa- na ihinahabol ng isang business pero tions. Already in the works are plans ers,” shares Mr. Amado. “Kasi sila it is the owner, Mr. Paler, who troops cade is a roofed and open- aired pati rin ang kapakanan din ng mga for a second branch as well as ven- ang tinuturing na buhay ng am- to the Farmer’s Market in Cubao, dining area in which people can tao. Sa pagkakaroon ng business na turing into the catering industry by ing business. As long na maganda Quezon City every morning to hand have their choice of seating to watch ganito, naiprovide ni Mr. Paler ng next year. ang pakikisama mo sa kanila, ma- pick the produce himself and deliver entertainers and performers sing trabaho ang mga nangangailangan According to Mr. Amado, he and aacknowledge nila ito at icocon- these food items to the restaurant in and play music every night. Or they nito dito sa amin. Sa ganitong par- Mr. Paler are looking at several prime tinue nila na suportahan ang Villa Valenzuela. This ensures the fresh- can choose to stay in one of the nipa aan ay maipagmamalaki namin na areas alongside the McArthur High- Marcelina.” ness and quality of the ingredients huts strewn across the back of the nakatulong ang Villa Marcelina para way in Valenzuela and Bulacan as Indeed, as a business that con- for the different dishes in which Villa restobar, immersing in a relaxed at- sa mga taga-Valenzuela.” possible locations for Villa Marceli- centrates on placing a premium on Marcelina specializes in. mosphere while staring at the clear Mr. Amado also describes the na’s newest branch. They are also the employees’ welfare and main- “Siya mismo (Mr. Paler) ang nag- night sky, a welcome respite from a owner, Mr. Paler, as an approa- preparing for the launch of Marceli- taining a good connection with its pupunta sa Farmer’s Market araw- highly urbanized area such as Valen- chable and kind boss. “Kaya ganado na’s Seafood which will serve grilled customers while serving delectable araw para mamili ng mga ingredi- zuela City. rin magtrabaho ang staff ng restau- seafoods to go, an alternative from cusine, expect Villa Marcelina to ents, mula sa karne, sa mga isda at The cozy and tranquil atmos- rant kasi mabait at madaling lapitan the usual fare of roasted chicken and continue on with its successful run sa seafoods. Kaya siguradong sariwa phere of Villa Marcelina is one of si Mr. Paler kapag may problema or grilled pork.The restobar will also for the years to come as a preferred at maganda ang quality ng mga ini- the reasons why there is a growing concerns sila. Kaya sinusuklian na- engage in full-time catering, provid- dining spot in this part of Metro Ma- luluto namin na mga pagkain dito sa number of customers who patronize man ito ng aming staff sa pagiging ing additional services such as hav- nila . restaurant.” shares Mr. Amado. the establishment. Aside from those masipag nila sa pagtratrabaho.” says ing ornamental supplies and dining Visit Villa Marcelina Restobar Aside from the food being well- residing in the nearby areas, the Mr. Amado. utensils aside from being a food and and Grill located at 576 F. Dulalia prepared and satiable to the senses, restobar’s diners also includes visi- He also adds that this noble ob- beverage concessionaire. The full Street,Brgy. Lingunan, Valenzuela another remarkable feature is the af- tors from neighboring towns in jective has helped greatly in the suc- package, as Mr. Amado tells it. City. Considered as Valenzuela’s Big- fordability of the food items in the Metro Manila and Bulacan as well as cessful operations of the restaurant But most of all, the restobar seeks gest and Finest Restobar and Grill, menu. The average pricing of the government officials from Valenzue- to this date, alongside the blessings to maintain its consistency in all as- Villa Marcelina operates from 10 am dishes range from P100 pesos up, la City such as Mayor Rex Gatcha- bestowed by Divine Intervention. pects. Whether this be the quality to 2 am daily. Two band performers with an average of P100-200 per ser- lian. of the food served, ambiance of the are on board every night. Call 444- ving which is already good to share Looking Ahead for place and staff relationship, as long 79-13 for Reservations and Free De- among several persons. Sharing Success with Others Villa Marcelina as it results in customer satisfaction. livery. Aside from achieving its distinc- Planning for the future, the

Perfect Teeth... from page 6

condition.” Urbi says. Unlike a brace, which should be developed the technology in 1979. Also called Myobrace, the MRC worn at all times, the Myobrace should The Filipino dentist who is Davao- Trainer resembles a mouthpiece which only be worn for 8 hours while at sleep based and who has two dental clinics is fully designed state of the art com- and 1 to 2 hours while awake. The child in Davao and Cebu holds the license to puter appliances which assist the cor- must also see the dentist once a month. introduce and train other dentists in the rection of bad oral habits in the gro- Most importantly, the whole pro- country and in Asia. For more informa- wing child. These appliances improve cedure is just “50 percent lower than tion log on to www.nobraces_ph.com dental and facial development and cor- what the child’s parents will spend on a or email [email protected]. rect orthodontic problems earlier. brace.” Urbi says. Dr. Urbi is also the president of “The Myobrace has a soft silicone Green Apple Dental Group whose material with tooth slots to align each First in the Philippines and Asia main clinic in Cebu is attracting foreign tooth and a harder inner core to ac- MRC Clinic located on the second clients from the US and neighboring tively develop the jaws, making more level of Trinoma Mall in Quezon City is Asian countries thus promoting the space for crowded teeth. It is designed the only clinic of its kind in the Phil- country's medical tourism industry. to fill an active role in the orthodontic ippines. Dr. Urbi underwent extensive Similar to other dental clinics, both treatment for children to avoid extrac- training as myofunctional dentist in MRC and Green Apple also offers re- tion and braces.” Urbi says. Australia under Dr. Chris Farrel who gular dentistry services as well. Singing Tilt Keeps Kundiman Alive By: Rafael C. Cañete The fifty contenders in the les and Nicanor Abelardo’s Bituing Search for the Hari, Reyna, Prin- Marikit. sipe, Prinsesa, Munting Prinsipe Now on its 11th year, the com- and Munting Prinsesa ng Kundi- petition is held by the Department man held at the Valenzuela City of Education (DepEd) -Valenzuela Center for the Performing Arts on City in observance of Buwan ng September 4 were elementary and Wika in August. high school teachers and students Kundim ans are traditional Fili- who sang kundiman classics. pino songs known for their complex The competition repertoire was form and sentimental lyrics which composed of: Jose Corazon de Je- enjoyed popularity during the sus and Resurreccion Bunyi’s Hu- Spanish era in the 1800s through ling Awit, Deogracias Rosario and the American era in the 1930s. A singing competition in Valenzuela City bucks trends with its rather traditional repertoire. Nicanor Abelardo’s ng Pasig, “It has always been a personal Jesus Balmori, Deogracias Rosario advocacy to promote kundiman in DepEd office 11 years ago. Veteran actress Armida Siguion and Nicanor Abelardo’s Anak ng the present times,” said Music, Arts, In the 1950s through the 1970s, Reyna attempted to reintroduce Today, kundiman performances Dalita; Jose Corazon de Jesus and Physical Education and Health efforts to revive the genre were un- kundiman to the mainstream en- are largely limited to government- Nicanor Abelardo’s Kundiman ng (MAPEH) District Supervisor Victo- dertaken by artists like Ruben Taga- tertainment scene through her sponsored cultural events such as Luha, Nicanor Abelardo’sKung ria Altoveros, who started the com- log, Ric Manrique and the folk mu- show Aawitan Kita which aired the Valenzuela singing tilt. Hindi Man; Servando de los Ange- petition when she joined the local sical group Mabuhay Singers. from the 1970s through the 1990s. turn to page 11

10 OCTOBER 28, 2013 - JANUARY 27, 2014 GREAT PHILIPPINES EXPEDITION FEATURE QC Celebrates Earth Day 2013 This year’s Earth Day celebra- dents and enumerated what our It creates awareness throughout not tion, held last April 22, 2013 at beloved city has accomplished, only,” as said by some Quezon City the Quezon Memorial Circle, was environmentally, and what there is Hall employees. graced by a number of guests from to expect in the coming years, both Right after the Earth Day cel- the Quezon City Government, with regards to the recognition as ebration, the inauguration of the headed by Mayor Herbert Bautista, the city with the most number of Refuse Derived Fuel Facility Project Vice Mayor Joy Belmonte and other enacted ordinances on solid waste was held at the Quezon City Sani- QC government officials, national management. And for also being tary Landfill in Payatas, and piloted government agencies, event part- the first city in Metro Manila to have by Mundo Verde Corporation, a ners and sponsors 2013’s Earth Day a 10-year solid waste management joint venture of Lafarge Industrial event revolves around the theme plan, approved by the National Ecology International, Pennies & “Ecogovernance”, which was ex- Solid Waste Management Commis- Pound Holdings, Inc. and Quezon tracted from the root words Ecology sion. City’s Contractor on Solid Waste and Governance; with the intention “Being endowed with the most Disposal – IPM Environmental Ser- of creating an impact on today’s so- extensive expanse of open spaces vices Inc. cietal judgment towards our ecosys- and greenery in Metro Manila, The operation of the fuel-turn- UNITED FOR MOTHER EARTH. Quezon City Mayor Herbert Bautista and Vice Mayor Joy Bel- tem, and increasing environmental which takes up about 1/5 of the total ing machine was demonstrated to awareness throughout the Philip- land area of the city, we maintained the audience that attended the in- monte join representatives of national government agencies, non-government organizations, pines. our role as the greenland of the me- auguration. There were also foreign civil society and religious groups in a show of unity for environmental protection during the Earth Day is an annual world- tropolis, as a co-equal complement representatives underlining the celebration of Earth Day that was hosted by Quezon City at the Quezon Memorial Circle. In his wide event that the Philippines of our economic development strat- international partnership between speech, the mayor reiterated that Quezon City will continue to remain at the forefront of advan- takes part in, for the divine purpose egies. We are proud to say that we the Philippines, USA, and France. cing environmental consciousness while sharing some of the city’s best practices in environmen- of showing concern for the environ- have embraced the very essence of With the symbollic ribbon-cutting tal management not only locally, but also internationally. (PAISO) ment. Each year, a city is chosen sustainable development.” ceremony, this project was thus to uphold the influential exposure A multitude of people have been launched as a newfangled suste- Earth Day has to offer, in order to informed about the elements and nance to development. showcase the established change details of Earth Day and its corre- Not only does the Refused De- that has prospered throughout the sponding entities. Exposure to this rived Fuel Facility Project terminate elapsed year. Not only is it consid- event gave them a sense of under- unnecessary pollution; but it also ered to be a huge honor to be select- standing to that of which not that embarks in great and honorable ed as host for Earth Day this year, many have the means of acquiring. courses of environmental initiatives. but it is also privileging for Quezon The DENR representative gave Although we may have gone City to be highlighted as one of the a speech about the contribution through some setbacks like the un- most ecologically-governed cities in the Philippines has provided to our predictable weather brought about the Philippines. Mother Earth. He said that being a by climate change over the past In addition to the resoluteness of key player in helping out the envi- years due to pollution, we still have the main event were some booths ronment, especially with our cor- the chance of regaining the unpol- and Communal Food Sharing, related oceans, it is important that luted state we once had by simply Hourly Religious Rituals/Chanting people should know the best way to reconditioning our daily conserva- for the healing of the Earth, Cultural protect and conserve resource is to tional habits. Shows, Advocacy and Musical Pres- put value to it. This celebration was to initiate entations, and many more. These “Once people are more environ- the city’s representation to help were all taken into account as es- mentally conscious, they become make the world a better place to teeming the appreciation and value more environmentally responsible; live in. Step by step, little by little, we generally impart to the lessons leading to following local govern- each of us can make a change. Each we carry out, in honor of our Earth. ment ordinances” and “It is an over- small change can create a big leap EARTH DAY DANCE. Quezon City Mayor Herbert Bautista displays his dancing prowess as he Mayor Herbert Bautista ex- whelming experience, both person- towards a better and harmonious joins the “Sayaw ng Sambayanan” during the celebration of Earth Day at the Quezon Memorial pressed his gratitude to city resi- ally and as a government employee. environment. Circle on Monday. (PAISO) Outstanding citizens feted Sept. 1 for Baguiotes and outside of the four walls of the gotiator for the release of military Council, the Baguio Flower Festival during times of classroom. captives in . Earlier, he is a re- and the Hotel and Restaurant As- calamities and She also made extra effort to cognized musician and bodybuil- sociation of Baguio (HRAB), the other occasions make the physical surroundings der; and now an active civic leader Baguio Tourism Council. shall receive the comfortable for students in her with community service through Eye doctor and awardee award in Com- school, oftentimes knocking on different organizations, including Marcelino Dizon, Jr. reaches out munity Service. doors of benevolent individuals senior citizens’ groups. through mission work and vision Cadelina has for this; and has linked with the Baguio Country Club General programs; in schools, at the city jail also served the community during times of need; Manager Anthony de Leon, is a and the community as a whole. He community through acts of kindness. tireless worker, a passionate en- also does research on Amblyopia, through other Henedino Luzano, better dorser and uplifter of tourism for Istrabimus, Dilopia, Low Vision and BAGUIO CITY – For rendering roles such as a known as Jimmy Luzano, or Lolo the city. An involved sportsman, vision-related problems. outstanding community service in forester, businessman, researcher, Doro on the airwaves is one of the he supports golf, tennis, bowling, As the only sports vision spe- their own fields of expertise, nine consultant, lecturer, professor, awardees; specifically for commu- boardgames and airsoft, a sport cialist in Northern Luzon, Dr. Di- Baguio citizens including three in member and Director of the Cor- nity service, in journalism. Working with a group in Baguio he himself zon, Jr. volunteered and is tasked to the military service shall be ho- dillera Executive Board (CEB), com- as a broadcaster, reporter, script- founded. train and improve visual needs of nored 8AM today, Sunday, Baguio’s missioner of the Northwestern Lu- writer, announcer, commentator, De Leon is considered a bas- national athletes. 104th charter day celebration, at zon Growth Quadrangle, and other program director and drama talent; tion of the tourism industry as he Fred Fangonon who has pio- the Baguio Convention Center. socio-civic memberships. he became the Station Manager of has successfully hurdled nume- neered eco-composting, and de- The awardees were announced Pines City National High School DzWX, and later the Area Mana- rous trainings and development monstrated this in Loakan Proper by Mayor Mauricio Domogan du- Principal Dr. Rachel Bugtong shall ger for Northern Luzon of Bombo programs for hotels, restaurants also receives an award in commu- ring the media Ugnayan at city hall also receive the outstanding citi- Radyo Philippines. He has retired and tourism endeavors, here and nity service. Starting young, Fan- last Wednesday. zen award for community service from the radio station, but has now overseas. He has also served the gonon has planted trees in his Oscar Cadelina, the founding and education. Dr. Bugtong as a partnered with Ecarta Media Pro- community in various endeavors; place of birth; and now produces president of the Baguio-Benguet dedicated teacher makes sure her ductions and Promotions, and a through the Philippine National organic fertilizers to grow fruits and Public Information and Civic Ac- students and teachers both grow columnist with a daily newspaper Red Cross, BB-PICAG, Silahis ng luscious vegetables in his rooftop tion Group (BB-PICAG), Inc. which in education and profession, and in the city. Pasko, Outreach programs, Mon- for 38 years has worked with and looks after their welfare within In the 80’s he has served as ne- day Afternoon Club, Barangay turn to page 12

Search for the Hari, Reyna, Prinsipe, Prinsesa, from page 10 Singing Tilt... Munting Prinsipe and Munting Prinsesa “The number of participants pat aralin ng singer. Palaging head by just one round of listening. It ng Kundiman 2013 Winners each year tells me that there is still tones at chest tones ang ginagamit,” sometimes takes a trained ear to Elementary and High School Teachers hope for the kundiman,” she said. (With pop, the singer is free to in- appreciate a kundiman’s musical Hari ng Kundiman: Noel F. Domigpe, Serrano Elementary School Though it was Bernadette San- terpret the song in whichever ways nuances,” Esguerra said. Reyna ng Kundiman: Bernadette S. Santos, Karuhatan National tos’ first time’s to join the search, she chooses; while with kundiman, More than an art form, the High School kundiman is nothing new to her. the singer has to learn a particular kundiman, which are often about High School Students Santos, a Filipino teacher in Karu- way. She always has to sing using love, also reflects the colonial soci- Prinsipe ng Kundiman: Rey Justin S. Cornelio, Dalandanan hatan National High School who the head tone and chest tone) ety’s views on relationships. National High School - Bagbaguin Annex was hailed Reyna ng Kundiman, Competition judge and Valen- “Many think the sentiments in Prinsesa ng Kundiman: Abegail C. Perez, Canumay National High School has been singing since she was zuela City Choral choirmaster Ar- kundimans are exaggerated. But it young and started singing the mu- thur Esguerra said a serious singer was the simply the way back then. Elementary Students (Grades 3 to 6) sical form in college. of kundiman should pay attention A lover would use everything in his Munting Prinsipe ng Kundiman: John Vincent P. Cabagay, Karuhatan “Singing kundiman is very dif- to the sudden shifts in tone in a employ to win the affection of his West Elementary School ferent from singing pop,” Santos kundiman. beloved, including expressing his Munting Prinsesa ng Kundiman: Mariel Kaila D.C. Reyes, San Diego said. “Sa pop, mas malaya ka. Sa “Kundimans are unlike pop love in beautiful words,” Esguerra Parochial School kundiman, may sistema na da- songs which you can learn to sing said. Reference: http://www.valenzuela.gov.ph/index.php/gallery/images/318 http://www.valenzuela.gov.ph/index.php/article/news/1494

GREAT PHILLIPINES EXPEDITION OCTOBER 28, 2013 - JANUARY 27, 2014 11 GLOBAL CONNECT

PINOY GREETINGS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE

OCTOBER 28, 2013 - JANUARY 27, 2014 • Vol. V, Issue No. 7

To all my relatives and friends in Bantay, Ilocos Sur. WTM & Amadeus Regards. Recognize -Milo & Celine Rabara Belarmino, from Las Vegas, Nevada Binabati po namin ang aming mga kamag-anak, familya, kai- Best-In-Class bigan sa buong Pilipinas. Lalong lalo na ang mga kamaganak namin sa Limmansangan and Abour, Narvacan Ilocos Sur, at saNovalichez and Project 8,Quezon City&Fort Bonifacio Sana Travel Suppliers poat darating ang panahon na tayo ay magkitakita ulit. God World Travel Market, the leading Blessto all of Us. -Michael, Cynthia and Miguel Caducio and global event for the travel industry, and Familyfrom Richmond Hill and Toronto, Ontario, Canada Amadeus can now unveil the short- list for the inaugural Amadeus & WTM Travel Experience Awards, recognising those who are delivering the best in 21st To all DWCV Batch ‘83, my Mom and Sis. Como Esteis.Todos Century Travel Experiences. The Awards cover ten categories, category as shortlisted with the help of - Virgie Pinto from Spain rewarding tourist boards and travel pro- Steve Dunlop, Travel Photographer are viders for their best and most innovative Liguria for Hotel Vis a Vis Sestri Levante, product offerings. The Aurora Zone for The Aurora Bubble Finland and Wilderness Safaris for Du- The core judging panel included; maTau Camp and Tongabezi Lodge. Kumusta kayo amin dita, nanguna kadagiti nangruna kaka- • Micaela Juarez, Head of Marketing and Three Stress-Free Family Holiday baggian ken gagayyem dita An-annam Bantay, Ilocos Sur. Communications, WTM holidays shortlisted by the core judges • Rob Sinclair-Barnes, Director of Mar- and Julia Lo-Bue Said from Advantage keting, Amadeus UK & Ireland Travel are Beaches Fort Myers & Sanibel -Eddie & Melodie Pagaoa from Las Vegas, Nevada •Trevor Harding, President, Institute of for Pink Shell Beach Resort, Inside Asia Travel & Tourism Tours for Inside Japan and Visit Guern- • Lee Hayhurst, Editor, Travolution sey. The four core judges came up with The most memorable destinations, their shortlist for each category with the which business travellers can enjoy with Regards to all relatives and friends in An-annam Bantay, help of expert judges from the various only two hours to spare, are Hong Kong fields. Tourist Board, Sports Events 365 and Ilocos Sur. The Best Destination for Accessible Visit Flanders in the Two Hours to Spare Travel has three shortlisted contenders on a Business trip category. - Jose Pinto From Barcelona Spain including the German National Tour- The categories and one overall win- ist Office, Tenerife Tourism Corporation ner will be announced during the award and Visit Flanders. The core judges and ceremony in the Travel Tech Theatre - expert judge, Brian Seaman from Access TT185 on Wednesday 6 November at New Business, were looking for destina- 4.30 pm and followed by a Reception. tions which offered disabled travellers The awards are to be presented by well- Kumusta amin dita gagayyem ken kakabsat nangruna the opportunity to take part in an ex- known TV presenter Jenny Powell, and dita barrio Sulvec, Narvakan, Ilocos Sur. perience which they would never have in association with Travel Channel. thought possible. Each winner of the ten categories -Imelda Castaneda Hawaii Truly memorable and exciting lo- will be promoted extensively and will cations Tongabezi Lodge and Tenerife have the choice of hosting a press visit Tourism Corporation made the shortlist by the WTM official video crew, who for their heart-racing challenges in the will create a vlog (video blog) for use on Regards to everybody especially tol the people of Narvacan, Adrenaline Junkies category. the WTM website, social media and via Those shortlisted for the best in Au- WTM Official Media Partners. Ilocos Sur. thentic Travel are Khiri Travel, Tongabezi Amadeus, who are partnering with Lodge and Wilderness Safaris for Desert the inaugural Travel Tech Show at WTM -Lerma Jubilado from Rome, Italy Rhino Camp, all offering a real insight and supporting the event’s VIP lounge, into the community as well as making have also co-hosted four round table a substantial contribution to a global discussions on travel technology-related problem as judged by the core panel and subjects with conjunction with WTM, expert judge Jeremy Smith, Responsible with a White Paper produced for each Regards to all my kababayans,especially Narvacaneos. Travel Writer. event. One concluding White Paper will Hope to see all my relatives soon. Three “once in a lifetime” experiences be revealed at WTM, before the Ama- that have been shortlisted by the panel deus & WTM Travel Experience awards -Zenaida Cabanilla, rom Portland,Oregon and expert judge Simon Mayle, Interna- on Wednesday 6 November. tional Luxury Travel Market, for the Blow The Travel Tech Show at WTM Head the Budget category are Jamaica Tourist of Marketing and Communications Mi- Board, Quark Expeditions and The Sa- caela Juarez said: “We were delighted rojin. with both the quality and quantity of Outstanding Citizens... from page 11 The best three City Breaks on a entries we have received for the Ama- Budget shortlisted with the help of Jane garden, and teaches others to follow suit. working in the chaplain service where he pioneered the prayer deus & WTM Travel Experience Awards. Though a graduate of political science, a former Overseas Atkins from Superbreak are Liguria for walk, vesper divine services through music and neighborhood It made the judging extremely difficult. Contract Worker, and a businessman, Fangonon is passionate host bible studies. Other programs include brotherhood projects Genoa, Turismo di Lisboa and Visit Gent. “I look forward to presenting these about being a farmer and environmentalist, which he shares to with Muslims, Mindanao street children ministry, Support a These cities offered the traveller the key awards with Amadeus during WTM and the community through lectures, demonstration and technical child – Save A Future ministry, Feeding program, and partnering elements of a good choice of accommo- congratulating the winners on their top innovations of the Eco-Composting Receptacle (ECR). He pres- with the Serving Neighbors Network for Out-Of-School-Youth, dation at affordable prices as well as a 21st Century Travel Experience.” ently maintains said ECRs in Loakan and other areas of the city. and the distribution of relief goods during times of calamities. variety of places to eat and plenty to see Amadeus Director of Marketing, Rob The awardees were chosen by the Society of Outstanding This is in addition to his functions as evangelical chaplain and and do during a long weekend. Citizens of Baguio (SOCOB), and in consonance with this year’s spiritual adviser to soldiers and their family and the community Sinclair-Barnes said: “These inaugural theme, “Steadfast Service to the City.” at large. The destinations most geared up for Amadeus and WTM Travel Experience cruise passengers have been whittled Three soldiers join the list of awardees; Colonel Romeo A graduate of the Philippine National Police Aca-demy Awards aims to recognise the best in - down to Liguria for Genoa, Visit Guern- Brawner, Jr, Major Daneck Dang-awan, and Police Superinten (PNPA), P/Supt. Edgar Alan Okubo has served the government class travel supplier who is defining and dent Edgar Alan Okubo. for 22 years. His experience includes the pursuit of dangerous sey and Jamaica Tourist Board in the evolving the new standards for the travel Baguio-born Col. Brawner, Jr., is a 1989 graduate of the lawless elements and eventual capture and prosecution. Cruise Destination category. industry to better service and deliver the Philippine Military Academy, and has served the country for 24 P/Supt. Okubo involves the community in crime-busting, as Top three Honeymoon locations 21st Century Travel Experience” years. He has seen combat in various parts of the country, and well as information and educational campaign through the call- shortlisted, with the help of expert “The Amadeus and WTM col- has been instrumental in the decrease of strength of the New ing-card project, the church and the faithful, and the Mag-aaral judge Natalie Wingrove from Weddings laboration has worked incredibly well People’s Army. He has also joined in disaster rescue and relief Kontra Krimen Project. Checkpoints against dissidents were also missions, and livelihood advocacy programs in areas where installed du-ring his watch resulting to arrest of armed groups Abroad Guide, are Beaches Fort Myers throughout this year and I look forward and Sanibel for Casa Ybel, Maxx Royal he was assigned. His tour of duty includes being involved in and confiscation of high-powered firearms; and the use of mo- to presenting the comprehensive White medical-dental outreach, blood-letting, anti-insurgency and torcycles for police officers riding-in-tandem projects, which re- & Voyage Hotels for Maxx Royal Turkey Paper and Travel Experience Awards on and The Sarojin. anti-criminality, and anti-drug campaigns in far-flung areas; and sulted to easing of tension and peace of mind in the community. the Wednesday of WTM.” infra-structure projects such as medical and birthing center, and The awardees shall be honored in the presence of Baguio The locations that offered the most Reference: http://www.wtmlondon.com/page.cfm/action=press/li- a two-classroom building. boy Associate Justice Mario Victor Leonen who is this year’s unique view in the Room With A View bID=1/libEntryID=2162/listID=1#sthash.ocQ66gkw.dpuf Major Daneck Dang-awan is also a Baguio-born soldier charter day speaker. -juliegfianza