19 Jul
2021
Galing Pook Foundation, SM Prime sign MoA in support of Galing Pook Awards
SM Prime Holdings recently entered a five-year partnership with the Galing Pook Foundation (GPF) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Local Government Academy (LGA) in support of the annual Galing Pook Awards, which recognizes local government units for their exemplary governance, innovation, sustainability, and resilience initiatives.
14 Jul
2021
All SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) Properties Get Safety Seal Certification
All properties under SM Hotels and Conventions Corp (SMHCC) portfolio have recently obtained the Department of Tourism Safety Seal given to accommodation establishments who faithfully comply with the Minimum Public Health Standards (MPHS) set by the government and integrate StaySafe.ph with their contact tracing.
09 Jul
2021
Hamilo Coast Breaks Ground for Sola at Pico De Loro Cove
Costa Del Hamilo Incorporated (CDHI), developer of SM Prime’s premium beach resort communities, held its groundbreaking event last July 5, 2021 for Sola at Pico De Loro Cove – its first horizontal real estate project in the luxury seaside sanctuary of Hamilo Coast in Nasugbu, Batangas.
08 Jul
2021
Fifth Park Inn by Radisson Hotel in the Philippines Opens in Bacolod City
SM Hotels and Conventions Corp (SMHCC) announces the opening of Park Inn by Radisson Bacolod on 8 July 2021. This is the fifth Park Inn by Radisson hotel in SMHCC’s portfolio and is the second hotel under its licensing agreement with Radisson Hotel Group (RHG).
30 Jun
2021
Sola at Pico De Loro Cove brings everything you love together
Many of us have spent our lives hurrying to and fro. Quality time feels like a blur. But when a pandemic marooned everyone at home—where jobs and classes are reduced to online interactions—it dawned on people how important the welfare of the family is and how essential residences and their location are. Cramped apartments, claustrophobic condos or houses in subdivisions which are becoming denser and denser could be taxing in what we call the new abnormal. Alternatives to these were few and far between.
24 Jun
2021
Park Inn by Radisson Clark’s new South Wing brings feel-good vibe to more guests in the Philippines
Park Inn by Radisson, the feel-good brand from Radisson Hotel Group, continues to delight hotel owners and guests in Asia Pacific with its stress-free experiences, laid-back charm and vibrant contemporary design. This colorful upper midscale concept exudes positivity through its “Yes I Can!” service ethos, and the brand’s upbeat attitude is now also being reflected by its rapid regional growth.
03 Jun
2021
SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) Properties Promote Campaign to Phase Out Single Use Plastics
SMHCC properties fully support the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) in their Campaign to phase out Single-Use Plastics (SUPs) in the Tourism Sector as it partners with the Philippine Center for Environmental Protection and Sustainable Development, Inc. (PCEPSDI) under the Transforming Tourism Value Chains (TVC) Project, and the Department of Tourism through their sustainability thrust Save Our Spots.
27 May
2021
SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) Appoints New General Manager for its Park Inn by Radisson Property in Iloilo
SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. announces the appointment of Mr. Rogelio “Ogie” Manuel as Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo’s General Manager. As a highly skilled and passionate hospitality professional, Ogie,
19 May
2021
SM Hotels Supports the Philippine Red Cross
SM Hotels supports the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) in its efforts of setting up isolation facilities in the National Capital Region to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Various properties
03 May
2021
SM Prime’s Residential Sales Take-up Surge 31% in 1Q2021
(03 May 2021, Pasay City, Philippines)SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime), one of the leading integrated property developers in Southeast Asia, reported PHP6.5 billion consolidated net income in the first quarter
18 Jan
2021
More than 20,000 bears donated via the SM Bears of Joy 2020
SM Cares, SM Supermalls, and Toy Kingdom brought cheer to thousands of children throughout the country while honoring the country’s COVID-19 frontliners via the SM Bears of Joy project.
18 Jan
2021
SM Olongapo malls distribute Bears of Joy
SM OLANGAPO malls recently distributed Bears of Joy to the sons and daughters of frontliners in Olongapo City.
16 Jan
2021
Find your balance at SMDC’s Mint Residences
It used to be that you have to make a difficult choice.
14 Jan
2021
Living in luxury
As 2021 ushers in a new decade of luxury living, Tagaytay Highlands, the country’s premier mountain resort community, touts exciting developments for residents moving into their alternative primary homes.
13 Jan
2021
Refreshing seaside living
There’s condo living in the city, then there’s condo living by the sea—and while both have their unique features that offer comfort to residents, only one of them can say its “amenities” include fresh sea breeze and breathtaking views of natural wonders.
13 Jan
2021
Investing with Smarts and Grace: JR Papel
“My dad retired from government service at the age of 60 then studied law. He was able to finish it at 66 years old. Two Doctorate degrees, two Masteral degrees, and — at the age of 60-plus, he still managed to get his Law degree.”
11 Jan
2021
YEARENDER: We are resilient and we are one with community fighting against COVID19 pandemic – SM
COVID-19 has not come to an end. It will not be the last pandemic. But as long as we are helping each other the best way we can, we will prevail over the coronavirus and other health crises to come.
09 Jan
2021
Pinoy resiliency amid Covid-19 underscored
The year 2020 has been defined by Covid-19. With the most severe public health challenges in recent history, countries across the globe have come to realize that they share a common future and must join hands in helping each other.
09 Jan
2021
SMDC South 2 Residences delivers utmost convenience, optimum returns
A fresh start can be a great catalyst.
09 Jan
2021
A taste of Provence in the south
Paul Cézanne, Pablo Picasso and Vincent van Gogh are pillars of art, but the distinction is not the only thing they share. They all spent time in the South of France, captured by the splendor of Provence.