Launching to new heights
The country’s leading telecommunications company, Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company (PLDT), continues to set the bar higher by introducing products and services that bring innovation and convenience to its consumers. Recently, the giant telco through its Home brand, launched Fibr, the country’s first and most powerful broadband service that uses fiber optic cables to connect directly to homes. The event was held at the trend-setting Salon de Ning of the Manila Peninsula Hotel and attended by noted personalities from the business, society and entertainment circles. Beautiful musical numbers rendered by Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez, the renowned Manila Symphony Orchestra and the talented “Harmony†Family, PLDT Home’s brand ambassadors, serenaded the crowd.
The Bellevue Bohol spell
Mesmerizing best describes The Bellevue Resort, the finest five-star hotel in Bohol, as it continues to attract local and foreign tourists alike. Recently, the resort played host to noted personalities from the diplomatic, business and social circles including Ambassador of Israel Menashe and wife Eti Bar-On, Liwayway Marketing Corporation founder Carlos Chan and Miss Universe 2012 first runner-up Janine Tugonon.
A feast of treats
Governor Manoling Ortega and Denny Ortega recently paid tribute to Cora Ortega-Espiritu on her special day with a feast at the multi-acclaimed fine dining restaurant, Chateau 1771. Guests enjoyed the intimate gathering as they were treated to a lavish selection of premium wines and a palatable medley of gourmet cuisine.
