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
08 Jan
2021
SMDC takes sustainability to greater heights
In 2016, Arcadis global director of water and cities John Batten echoed this sentiment, saying that no city could acquire its unique identity without its people.
08 Jan
2021
Start Your 2021 for the Environment with SM Trash-to-Cash
Knowing this, SM is encouraging Filipinos to observe responsible solid waste management as they welcome 2021 via the Trash-to-Cash recycling program.
07 Jan
2021
Spreading cheers with SM Bears of Joy
SM Supermalls Davao turns over hundreds of Bears of Joy to City Social Welfare and Development Office (CSWDO) yesterday, Jan. 7.
06 Jan
2021
Hope floats at the SM Mall of Asia
THE SM Mall of Asia welcomes the New Year with hope for better times as gigantic balloons featuring Cathie the Caterpillar, Mall of Asia (MOA) Airlines, and MOA Express Train float above the Central Park of SM By the Bay delight shoppers of all ages.
06 Jan
2021
New year for new beginnings
While the pandemic has caused sweeping changes in our lives, home as we know it has morphed from not just a place of refuge but also into a hub for work, study, and even business. As families stress over space to rethink how their domiciles can sustain frenzied activities and still serve as a haven at the end of a long day, they are considering a bigger picture: Visualizing their primary home in an idyllic suburban setting just one-and-a-half to two hours away from the metro.
05 Jan
2021
What we learned from Henry Sy about dealing with adversity
While both big and small companies are facing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, SM founder Henry Sy’s life lessons help provide perspective in navigating and overcoming crisis and uncertainties.
05 Jan
2021
SM City Tarlac spreads good cheer to frontliners through Bears of Joy
After a challenging year, SM shows that it truly cares by givinghope and spreading good cheer to local frontliners through Bears of Joy project. SM City Tarlac spearheaded the endorsement of a total of 427 Bears of Joy to Mayor Cristy Angeles which will be given to frontliners and children with special needs in Tarlac City.
04 Jan
2021
Refreshing stay by the seaside
COVID fears and quarantine restrictions have driven Filipinos to seek refuge outside of the city. Closeness to nature, a healthier environ, and the avoidance of curtailed freedom are the main reasons.
04 Jan
2021
Freia at Pico de Loro Cove
Covid fears and quarantine restrictions have driven Filipinos to seek refuge outside of the city. Closeness to nature, a healthier environ and the avoidance of curtailed freedom are the main reasons. Likewise, advanced technology has made remote working easier; thus, setting the trend towards relocation.
04 Jan
2021
SM City Clark gives 400 ‘Bears of Joy’ to local frontliners
Premier shopping mall SM City Clark has distributed 400 “Bears of Joy” to local frontliners.