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New normal celebrations at Marco Polo Plaza Cebu

You deserve to celebrate your intimate events and milestones in a venue where safety, security, and service are a priority. Whether you are looking for an intimate celebration venue, a special package for our beloved frontliners, or simply a special place to get ready in, Marco Polo Plaza Cebu has curated packages that will suit your needs and the need of the times.

Intimate celebration packages

The hotel has three special packages for social events or weddings, putting in mind the restrictions that have been put in place by the DOT, IAFT, and LGU.

The Basic Package starts at P1,870 net per person. With Social Distancing, this is good for a minimum of 6 persons per table to a maximum of 8 persons per table. The package price is inclusive of a three-course set menu, one round of soda or iced tea, use of venue for 4 hours and other premium perks.

The Essential package is for a minimum of 30 persons, followed by the Exclusive package for a minimum of 50 persons. The premium perks range from complimentary wedding cake, overnight stay in a Deluxe Room, to 1 complimentary lechon, and more.

The offer is valid until June 30, 2021. Other terms and conditions apply.

Love on the Frontline

As our medical frontliners have said “Yes” to service, and again “Yes” to love and milestones, Marco Polo Plaza is saying “Yes” to celebrating them!

Frontliners who plan to get married or celebrate a special milestone will receive a special 20% discount on all the celebration packages, plus an additional complimentary premium perk offer on top of the package inclusions. This premium perk may be a gift certificate at El Viento Restaurant and Pool Bar, in-room Champagne Breakfast during the hotel stay, complimentary bottles of wine, or a waived clearing fee for lechon.

All they need to do is present valid identification to qualify for the package. This is valid until June 30, 2021. Other terms and conditions apply.

Get ready with Marco Polo Plaza Cebu

You deserve a touch of luxury on your special day! Book your dress up venue with Marco Polo and have this iconic hotel be the backdrop of your wedding photos.

The package rate starts at P10,000 net, inclusive of packed meals, use of function room for four hours, wifi, and access to public areas for photoshoot.

Event safety is a priority

With Marco Polo Plaza Cebu’s Biosecurity Protocols in place, guests are assured of heightened health and safety guidelines to provide the safest and best experience possible for all our guests and associates.

The hotel looks forward to celebrating life’s great moments with you.

To avail yourself of any of these packages or for inquiries and reservations, call 253 1111 or email [email protected] To be updated with all the offers, you can follow the Marco Polo Plaza Cebu Facebook page at facebook.com/marcopolocebu.

Discounts of up to 42% await realme fans at Shopee 10.10 Brand Festival Sale

Get a chance to snag exclusive deals and discounts in select realme devices on October 10

Online shoppers can expect to bag huge discounts of up to 42 percent from the Philippines’s top 2 smartphone brand realme at the Shopee 10.10 Brand Festival Sale on October 10. realme Philippines is discounting the price of select smartphones and Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT) devices.

The monthly repdigit sale event is a much-awaited online shopping date as big brands nationwide offer various promos, from discount vouchers and in-app games to the beloved free shipping promo.

Beauty + Immunity: 4Life Transfer Factor Collagen

Collagen is the most abundant protein in our body, and while it is a key component of connective tissues, we usually hear most about its skin health benefits. Collagen, however, can do a lot more for our body than just support healthy skin. 4Life Transfer Factor Collagen provides total body wellness through hydrolyzed collagen, antioxidant protection, and patented 4Life Transfer Factor.

4Life Transfer Factor Collagen improves skin moisture, tone, and elasticity, while promoting overall longevity and healthy aging. It slows down the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It is also dermatologist-tested. Studies show improvements for skin, nails, and hair in just 8 weeks.

Bike-friendly parking at SM Supermalls

With more and more people turning to biking as a mode of transportation during the Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine (MECQ), SM Supermalls has created bike parking facilities across its malls.

With organized and secure parking zones designated solely for bicycles, SM hopes to make the riding experience safe and convenient for the growing number of bike commuters, especially in communities where SM malls are located. And the good news is that these spaces are currently free of charge.

So Many Markdowns at the SM Store

After being homebound for some time, now is the best time to re-visit The SM Store and enjoy its So Many Markdowns.

You’ll love our great bargains and finds. Get as much as 50% OFF on selected items from July 1 to 31, 2020, whether it be fashion must-haves, baby needs, home essentials and so much more.

Rediscover how much fun it is to shop for the home and for the kids, for whom there are Mickey Medium Foldable Trikes and Picolo Pinkstripe Strollers. You can also make distance learning fun for tweens with SM Stationery Unicorn Sequins Notebooks and SM Accessories Earphones.

Order, pay and pick up with AyalaMalls Central Bloc’s DriveBuy

AyalaMalls Central Bloc makes shopping safer and more convenient during this Enhanced Community Quarantine period with DriveBuy.

Even with the mall’s temporary closing in compliance with the government’s directive on Enhanced Community Quarantine, AyalaMalls Central Bloc continues to provide a better customer experience.

Pizza Hut reopens more branches, offers take-out options

Enjoying pizza, pasta and other treats is now more convenient as Pizza Hut reopens more branches around the country and introduces new ways to take out your favorite dishes.

Whatever Pizza Hut specialty you’re craving for, you can have it to-go from your nearest Pizza Hut Branch. With quarantine measures being loosened, Pizza Hut has reopened more branches in Metro Manila and various area in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.

Prime your immune system, fight infection with Pro-IG

Healthy people have an edge when it comes to resisting viruses and bacteria. Information about Covid-19 shows that those with strong immune systems who get infected experience only slight or show no symptoms at all.

Antibodies play a vital role in protecting people from diseases and being physically fit can be the best weapon in a pandemic.

Strict safety measures in effect at Landers Superstore Cebu

Landers Superstore Cebu is implementing strict social distancing measures and has adjusted its store hours to 9 a.m to 6 p.m daily in compliance with orders released by the Cebu City Government as part of efforts to fight the spread of COVID-10.

Grocery carts are disinfected after use of each shopper, while checkout counters are sanitized after every transaction. Alcohol pumps are also stationed around the store for use by shoppers. All frontliners wear masks and practice proper sanitation.

Wine and dine with your Valentine date in Oakridge Executive Club

Take your Valentine’s date to a premium dining experience for lunch or dinner at the Oakridge Executive Club.

Make your Valentine’s Day memorable with great food in a venue that offers a spectacular view of the city.

YIN & YANG. Fillet mignon with grilled prawn and crispy layered potatoes. The dish is of wagyu fillet mignon and prawn grilled and seasoned to perfection, served with mushroom sauce. — **YIN & YANG.** Fillet mignon with grilled prawn and crispy layered potatoes. The dish is of wagyu fillet mignon and prawn grilled and seasoned to perfection, served with mushroom sauce.

The business lounge is offering a Wine & Dine Valentine’s Special that offers a 3-course menu for lunch at P1,395 and 4-course menu for dinner at P1,695. Both offerings include complimentary welcome drinks, a glass of wine, and a special Valentine’s gift.

The lounge also offers a special Little Valentine menu for kids to enjoy for lunch or dinner. The dish is spaghetti Bolognese and chicken fingers.

THE LOVE BOAT. Pan seared salmon and prawn combination served with herbed butter and lemon garlic sauce. — **THE LOVE BOAT.** Pan seared salmon and prawn combination served with herbed butter and lemon garlic sauce.

Valentine’s Day dinner guests will get to enjoy live jazz music.

The Valentine’s Day offering requires prior reservations. Those interested are asked to contact the Oakridge Executive Club at +63 917 811 6862 or +6332 354 3732.

Oakridge Executive Club is located at the 12th floor of the Oakridge IT Center 2 inside the Oakridge Business Park. Its pioneering business lounge concept offers guests comfort, convenience, and class that is distinctly Oakridge.

FRENCH KISS. French chicken dish cooked with pancetta and white wine. Served with creamy mashed potatoes. — **FRENCH KISS.** French chicken dish cooked with pancetta and white wine. Served with creamy mashed potatoes.

SWEET BEGINNINGS. Rich and sweet velvety butternut soup with a hint of leek for that added twist. — **SWEET BEGINNINGS.** Rich and sweet velvety butternut soup with a hint of leek for that added twist.

STUNNING VIEW. Oakridge Executive Club is a business lounge that offers a spectacular view of the city. — **STUNNING VIEW.** Oakridge Executive Club is a business lounge that offers a spectacular view of the city.

Achieve a trendy home with classic blue

Pantone announced that Classic Blue is the color of the year for 2020. Color experts say that this enduring blue hue instills calmness and confidence, highlighting one’s desire for a dependable and stable foundation as we usher in the new year.

KDG Interior’s Principal Interior Designer Peaches De Guzman-Grey said that classic blue is very interesting because it symbolizes many things and gives an impression of stability and honesty which can be associated with many objects.

Boyce Avenue live in Cebu on February 14

One of the biggest independent bands in the world – Boyce Avenue, are returning to Cebu for a one-night Valentine’s Day concert on February 14 at the Waterfront Cebu City Hotel – Grand Ballroom. This time, they will be joined by two of today’s most streamed local artists in the Philippines – December Avenue and I Belong To The Zoo.

Christmas shopping? Get the best deals during the 12.12 sale with your PayMaya!

Giving is always better than receiving, especially during the holiday season. As you complete your gift list for family and friends this upcoming 12.12 sale, take your shopping game to the next level and receive more perks and rewards when you give more to your loved ones with the help of PayMaya.

Gazini Ganados shares her top 5 Miss Universe candidates

Is this the beginning of a new sisterhood between this year’s Miss Universe ladies?

Miss Universe Philippines 2019 Gazini Ganados is now in Atlanta, Georgia in the US for this year’s prestigious Miss Universe competition. While the pageant is the much-awaited opportunity every year for a number of the world’s top ladies to show what they’ve got, for the candidates themselves, it’s also a chance to make new friends.

How do you ‘Give Love’ on Christmas? Let Bo’s Coffee count the ways

The song “Give Love On Christmas Day” talks about trying to find a present that is better than anything you get from a store.

At Bo’s Coffee, the holidays are all about “Give Love,” as coffee lovers can find ways to show love for others in different forms and ways.

The Filipino-owned chain of coffee shops recently launched its holiday campaign, which urges people to spend time with loved ones over through get-togethers, celebrations over a sumptuous feast, and gift giving.

Marco Polo Plaza Cebu lights up Tree of Hope, marks season of giving

True to the season’s spirit of giving, Marco Polo Plaza Cebu lighted its Tree of Hope last Saturday, November 16, to provide the less fortunate with a brighter Christmas this year.

Guests can pin a Christmas ball along with their most fervent wish on the tree for only P200 per piece. Their donations will go a long way towards helping GMA Kapuso Foundation beneficiaries.

Marco Polo Plaza Cebu General Manager Brian Connelly said the partnership with the foundation is now on its 10th year and the funds raised by the Tree of Hope have helped a lot of people.

Jessica Sanchez returns to Cebu for 1st major concert

American Idol singing sensation Jessica Sanchez is returning to Cebu with her first major concert here on November 29 at the Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino.

Sanchez rose to prominence in her stint with American Idol, which included a dramatic save by the judges after she was nearly voted off. She was just 16, a petite singer with a soaring voice highlighted when she performed “And I am Telling You.” Her season culminated with a masterclass vocal calisthenics with Jennifer Holliday in the series finale, which many still litigate on YouTube that she should have won.

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