01 Oct
2021
Hamilo Coast Safeguards Its Marine Biodiversity
In line with its core emphasis on sustainable tourism and environmentally conscious living, Costa Del Hamilo, Inc. (CDHI), a leader in the leisure resort industry and the movers behind Hamilo Coast in Nasugbu, Batangas, recently completed a Marine Protected Area (MPA) assessment. The sites targeted were three of 12 coves in the property, established as MPAs for CDHI’s Sustainable Development Project, implemented from 2017 to 2019.
01 Oct
2021
Green-thumbing: the art of self-care at The Grove at Plantation Hills
As we try to find more ways to cope with a massively disruptive health crisis, taking charge of our emotional and mental well-being becomes more crucial than ever. This may mean having to stay grounded for the long haul, socially distanced from the company of friends. But studies show that people who spend more time communing with nature have a significantly more positive outlook on life and increased feelings of vitality and energy.
29 Sep
2021
SM Prime supports Manila Observatory’s clean energy, climate, and weather prediction system
SM Prime Holdings, Inc. has recently inked a partnership agreement with the Manila Observatory for the “High Definition Clean Energy, Climate, and Weather Forecasts for the Philippines” Project, a data-driven system that utilizes automated weather stations (AWS) and high-performance computer modeling to provide clean energy and weather forecasts up to five days in advance.
31 Aug
2021
Tagaytay Highlands’ immersive experience ramps up digitalization efforts
When the world was thrust into a health crisis early in 2020, it left people sheltered in place. Yet, even as most stick close to home, the property market continues to thrive. Amid quarantine restrictions, real estate, deemed one of the best-performing industries during the pandemic, has readily transitioned to the digital space.
18 Aug
2021
SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) Tops-Off Lanson Place Mall of Asia
SMHCC topped-off yet another iconic property, Lanson Place Mall of Asia. Leading the ceremony were SM Prime Holdings, Inc. Executive Committee Chairman Hans T. Sy, SM Hotels and Conventions Corp President Elizabeth T. Sy, and SM Hotels and Conventions Corp Executive Vice President Peggy E. Angeles.
09 Aug
2021
#SMXREADY To Host Events
MX Convention Center (SMXCC), the leading convention center in the country, continues to uphold its commitment for its guests’ and colleagues’ safety and security with its #SMXsafespaces.
05 Aug
2021
SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) Appoints General Manager for its New Park Inn by Radisson Property in Bacolod
SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. announces the appointment of Mr. Sherwin Lucas as Park Inn by Radisson Bacolod’s General Manager.
02 Aug
2021
SM Prime Reports 12% Increase in 1H2021 Net Income
SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime), one of the leading integrated property developers in Southeast Asia, reported PHP11.6 billion consolidated net income in the first six months of 2021, 12% higher from PHP10.4 billion in the first half of 2020. This is on the back of improvement in second quarter net income to PHP5.2 billion from PHP2.1 billion in the same period last year. First half consolidated revenues recorded at PHP41.1 billion, down 6% from PHP43.7 of 2020’s first half.
30 Jul
2021
Reveries are weatherproof at Tagaytay Highlands
The scorching hot summer has passed and in its wake come the rainy days and constant drizzling of the monsoon season. However, no matter the weather or the season, Tagaytay Highlands continues to indulge residents and their guests with its enjoyable indoor fun and outdoor vibe—rain or shine, weather or not.
30 Jul
2021
A healthy farm-to-table lifestyle at Tagaytay Highlands
And if we are fortunate to have sizeable green spaces around our homes, growing our own produce to share or to sell totally means self-sufficiency in food for the long haul—no matter what happens outside.
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.