Filinvest Group’s Dream Getaway Promo Continues to Reward Lucky Winners

The Filinvest Group’s first-ever group-wide promo continues to gain momentum as more customers from across the country join in the excitement. Marking the Group’s 70th anniversary, the Dream Getaway Promo has already made dreams come true for several lucky winners, with more prizes still up for grabs.

Launched in July, the Filinvest Group Dream Getaway Promo brings together the Group’s diverse businesses to reach a wider audience and allow more Filipinos to experience its range of products and services. Filinvest’s real estate, banking, and hospitality companies have collaborated on a single campaign that underscores the Group’s shared mission of helping Filipinos achieve their dreams.

Since its launch, a growing number of customers have already won Dream Getaways at Filinvest hotels and resorts. 76 winners have won a mix of three-day, two-night and four-day, three-night stays at Crimson, Quest and Timberland hotels, with major prizes including luxury stays at Crimson Mactan Cebu and Crimson Boracay.  

One of the extraordinary getaways up for grabs: a stay at Crimson Resort & Spa Mactan

Ongoing activities continue to engage customers across the Filinvest network. EastWest offers clients applying for personal loans a chance to win hotel vouchers, while shoppers and diners at Filinvest malls can earn entries through their transactions.  

At Festival Mall, the Group’s flagship retail destination in Alabang, new brands such as Nitori, Muji, KKV, and Flying Tiger were recently added to the mall’s expanding retail mix, offering customers more ways to shop and take part in the raffle. The promo also extends to visitors who enjoy the mall’s leisure attractions, including its two indoor amusement parks—Pixie Forest and X-Site, which have grown alongside generations of loyal customers.
 

Take out a personal loan with EastWest, shop and dine at Festival Mall Alabang, and get the chance to win one of the extraordinary getaways up for grabs.

The promo underscores the synergy and breadth of the Filinvest Group’s portfolio, which spans real estate, banking, power and utilities, hospitality, and sugar.  

Founded in 1955 by Andrew and Mercedes Gotianun, Filinvest began as a small financing company serving the unserved and underserved. Seventy years later, the Group remains committed to its mission of enabling the Filipino dream and contributing to the country’s economic development. 

For more information on the Filinvest Group Promo, visit https://dreamgetawayspromo.filinvestgroup.com/mechanics. 

Plan International Pilipinas and Quezon City government unite to #StandWithGirls

Plan International Pilipinas and QC Government’s Girl Summit Gathers 400 young women leaders from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.

Metro Manila, November 11, 2025 — Plan International Pilipinas and the Quezon City Government, through the Quezon City Gender and Development Council Office, launched a collaborative partnership to champion the rights of girls and young women amid some of today’s most pressing challenges: climate crisis and disasters, online harm, and barriers to inclusive quality education, entrepreneurship, and decent employment.

The initiative is part of Plan International Pilipinas’ national campaign for the 2025 International Day of the Girl (IDG), #StandWithGirls, which calls for collective action to advance policies, programs, and investments for girls’ future and enable their participation in spaces where decisions around their lives are made.

“Every day, young women across the country are forced to navigate challenges that threaten their safety, silence their voices, and limit their potential,” said Plan International Pilipinas Executive Director Pebbles Sanchez-Ogang.

Plan International Pilipinas Executive Director Ms. Pebbles Sanchez-Ogang’s Opening Remarks

“By working with the Quezon City Government under the leadership of Mayor Joy Belmonte, a long-time ally in advancing gender-responsive and child-centered governance, we are ensuring that their voices are heard where it matters most. We will keep pushing boundaries until every young Filipina can learn, lead, decide, be resilient and thrive,” she added.

Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte’s Keynote Address at the Girls Summit, 2025

Quezon City continues to lead with landmark programs that empower and protect girls and young women. Under its Gender and Development (GAD) framework, the city implements a holistic Cycle of Care for Adolescent Girls—including menstrual health education through Period Talk for Teens and the Batang Ina Summit for young mothers—while ensuring safe spaces through the Anti-OSAEC ordinance, the QC VAW Centralized Databank, and rescue operations under Task Forces Sampaguita and Magdalena.

The Youth Development Office also expands access to scholarships, skills training, and livelihood through Pangkabuhayang QC, Be Your Own Boss, and the Digital Beauty Academy, complemented by youth engagement programs such as GAD for Youth and M.O.V.E. (Men Opposed to Violence Against Women Everywhere).

“When girls are safe, educated, and empowered, an entire city rises with them,” said Mayor Joy Belmonte. “As long as I am Mayor, our girls will always have an ally, a protector, and a champion in me.”

The #StandWithGirls campaign reached a major milestone with the Girls Summit held today, October 30, bringing together more than 400 young women leaders from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. The summit served as a platform for girls to present their recommendations through a Girls’ Agenda—a list of priority issues they want government, civil society, and the private sector to address—and to launch the National Girls’ Network, a youth-led coalition that will continue advancing girls’ rights and advocacy beyond the event.

“The Girls’ Agenda gives us a voice to speak up about what really matters to us. And with the National Girls’ Network, we’re not just sharing our ideas, we’re working together to make change happen for all girls in the Philippines,” said Hannah, 18.

Mayor Belmonte delivered the welcome address, reaffirming Quezon City’s ongoing efforts to make policies and programs more responsive to the needs of girls and young women.

Panel discussions throughout the summit explored pressing themes such as online safety, resilience in crises, and economic empowerment. Among the notable speakers were Christian Halaas Lyster, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Norway to the Philippines; Rachel Ann Herrera, Commissioner of the Climate Change Commission; and Nimisha Jain, Country Manager of Beiersdorf Philippines, along with other distinguished leaders from government, civil society, and the private sector.

The Girls’ Agenda was formally received by Undersecretary Angelo Tapales, Executive Director of the Council for the Welfare of Children, and Joseph Ortega, Chairperson of the National Youth Commission.

The Girls Summit builds on a series of nationwide activities for the International Day of the Girl, including youth-led symposiums and Girls Takeovers across the country. In Quezon City, girls took over the offices of 2nd District Councilor Aly Medalla and 6th District Councilor Ellie Juan. 

Innovate and Upgrade at the ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair 2025!

ASUS and Republic of Gamers (ROG) are powering up the holidays with the ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair 2025, the biggest gadget sale of the season! From November 14, 2025 to January 15, 2026, enjoy incredible year-end deals on Always Incredible laptops, desktops, and other premium devices. Get an ASUS Premium Care Warranty Extension, experience the exclusive 3-day flash sales and giveaways, and score rebates of up to PHP 5,000 – plus, a chance to win a Yamaha Mio Fazzio!

 

The ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair includes a wide range of participating products that are eligible for epic rewards. Whether choosing between the stylishly smart laptops of the Zenbook, Vivobook S, and Vivobook 16 Copilot+ PCs and everyday productivity devices from the Vivobook series, or shopping for the next gaming machine from the ever-powerful and durable ROG and TUF Gaming lines, ASUS promises not only a laptop for every kind of user but also epic perks just for the holidays. In addition, the sale also includes ASUS All-in-One PCs (AIO), ASUS Desktops, as well as ROG and TUF Gaming Tower PCs – perfect for those who require a more stationary performance.  

 

Buy a Laptop or Desktop, Win a Yamaha Mio Fazzio and More

Aside from a free 1-year ASUS Premium Care Warranty Extension worth up to PHP 7,995 across the country, five (5) lucky buyers of eligible ASUS and ROG laptops and desktops will take home incredible prizes to complement their Christmas tech upgrade. Two (2) unique winners will be drawn for the Insta360 X5 Action Cameras each worth PHP 32,990, another two (2) will be chosen for the Airwheel SE3SL Smart Electric Luggage worth PHP 40,000 each, and one (1) grand winner will be awarded a Yamaha Mio Fazzio worth PHP 93,900.

 

Winners will be drawn on January 29, 2026.

 

3 Exciting Days of Prizes, Freebies, and Up to PHP 5,000 Rebates

The festivities continue nationwide with the ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair Mall Caravan, a 3-day roadshow showcasing the best of ASUS innovation. Happening across six (6) SM Cyberzone locations, fans and tech enthusiasts can get hands-on with the brand’s incredible lineup of products and win exclusive rewards available only during the event dates.

 

With just a single receipt from any valid store, the first 30 buyers of each leg will get a chance to win an additional bundle through the scratch-and-win game at the booth. Shoppers from ASUS and ROG Exclusive Stores can also claim GCash rebates directly at the Grand Tech Fair Caravan:

·       PHP 5,000 GCash rebates on qualified ASUS Copilot+ PCs (Zenbook, Vivobook S, Vivobook 16)

·       PHP 3,000 GCash rebates on qualified Vivobook S, Gaming Laptops with RTX 5000 Series GPU (ROG, TUF Gaming, ASUS Gaming), ASUS AIO and Desktops, ROG and TUF Gaming Desktops

·       PHP 1,000 GCash rebates on qualified Vivobooks (Classic, Go, Flip, Slate, Gaming), ASUS Gaming Laptops, ASUS AIO and Desktops

·       Up to PHP 1,000 GCash rebates on qualified Gaming Keyboards

·       Up to PHP 500 GCash rebates on qualified Gaming Mice, WiFi Routers, Mini PCs

·       Up to PHP 100 GCash rebates on qualified Gaming Headsets and Earbuds

 

Adding to the fun, guests can complete event activities for a chance to spin the wheel and win exclusive ASUS merchandise or even an event-special Blind Box prize! Do not miss the chance to upgrade both gadgets and freebies! Catch the ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair Mall Caravan:

·       SM Cyberzone 2, SM Mall of Asia on November 14-16, 2025

·       SM Cyberzone, SM North EDSA on November 28-30, 2025

·       SM Cyberzone, SM Pampanga on December 12-14, 2025

·       SM Cyberzone, SM Iloilo on December 26-28, 2025

·       SM Cyberzone, SM Bacolod on January 2-4, 2026

·       SM Cyberzone, SM Megamall on January 9-11, 2026

 

Watch Out for the Flash Sales and Save up to PHP 5,000 on Laptops and Desktops

Tune in to the ASUS Philippines and ROG Philippines social media pages and mark your calendars! A 2-Hour Flash Sale from 4PM-6PM will be announced at select ASUS and ROG Exclusive Stores nationwide. This special promotion features exclusive rebates on fan-favorite devices:

·       PHP 5,000-off on qualified models of the Vivobook S16 Copilot+ PCs

·       PHP 2,000-off on qualified models of the ASUS Gaming V16s

·       PHP 2,000-off on qualified models of the ASUS V440 AIOs and ASUS V500 Desktops

·       PHP 1,000-off on qualified models of the Vivobook 14s

 

Enjoy big savings on top of the extended ASUS Premium Care package and entry to the ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair raffle!

 

Of course, ASUS and ROG products such as gaming mice and keyboards, monitors, and portable monitors are also joining Flash Sale fun with discounts with jaw-dropping discounts:

·       Up to PHP 8,000-off on qualified ROG and TUF gaming monitors

·       Up to PHP 6,000-off on qualified ASUS portable monitors

·       Up to PHP 2,600-off on qualified ROG gaming keyboards

·       Up to PHP 1,600-off on qualified ROG gaming mice

 

ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair Sale 2025

Celebrate the spirit of innovation and the joy of giving with ASUS and ROG this holiday season. Touted as the biggest tech sale yet, the ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair 2025 features a wide variety of devices. From the stylishly smart Zenbook and Vivobook Copilot+ PCs to the powerful ROG and TUF Gaming laptops, as well as the versatile ASUS AIOs and Desktops, and ROG and TUF Gaming Tower PCs, ASUS has an incredible device – with even more incredible deals – for everyone!

Get ready to upgrade and gear up for the new year starting November 14! For the complete list of qualified products, promo mechanics, participating stores, and event schedules, follow the official ASUS Philippines and ROG Philippines Facebook pages, or check out the ASUS ROG Grand Tech Fair 2025 microsite: https://ph.asus.click/grandtechfair2025 

Bring Holiday Flavors to Your Home with IKEA’s Affordable Cooking and Eating Pieces

Christmas in the Philippines shows the true heart of the Filipino and their deep love for family. Whether it’s a humble home in the province where relatives drop by with trays of bibingka and puto bumbong, or a condo in the city where baked goods are exchanged, one thing remains constant: the home is where the most meaningful celebrations happen. 

IKEA understands that the holiday season is all about feasts, cooking, sharing, and eating with loved ones, so it’s putting Filipino kitchens and dining areas in the spotlight during the Flavors of Home Festival at the IKEA Store in Pasay City.

The festive event kicked off with a gathering of foodies and interior design lovers as they shared inspiring ideas for holiday decor and delicious seasonal recipes that Filipinos can enjoy together at home. Social media personalities Icoy Rapadas, Grace Tanfelix, and Mitch Ngo (aka @thechinitafoodie) served up holiday dishes in a live cooking demonstration, which was perfect for all the parties happening this season. While interior designer Elle Uy walked guests through captivating kitchen and dining setups that Filipinos can pull off with IKEA’s Christmas collection.

Ready for the holidays. Foodie creators (L-R) Grace Tanfelix, Icoy Rapadas, and Mitch Ngo (@thechinitafoodie) whipped up delicious dishes using kitchen and dining products, and ingredients from IKEA.

As a highlight of the event, guests were treated to a beautiful serenade by singer-actress Angeline Quinto, who did a rendition of Sharon Cuneta’s “Bituing Walang Ningning.” With sustainability being a core value of IKEA, the song is a tongue-in-cheek reminder to not waste food by taking home leftovers – or in Filipino terms, “balutin” or “i-Sharon.”   Plus, in true Filipino Christmas tradition, the IKEA store was enveloped with joyful songs courtesy of the philharmonic orchestra. 

“The Filipino way of celebrating the season is centered on family and food at home. IKEA wants to make it more special with our affordable kitchen and dining range,” says Hervy Nicholas, IKEA Philippines Sales Leader. “That’s what drives us at IKEA: the joy we get from seeing people from all walks of life enjoying our pieces that are functional, beautiful, sustainable, and affordable.”

 

A Christmas-ready kitchen

Stylish ideas for your Christmas decor. (L-R) Actress and host Dimples Romana, interior designer and content creator Elle Uy, and Kit Agoncillo, IKEA Social Media Manager get cozy in a studio-type showroom with holiday-themed home pieces.

Budget-conscious Filipinos who want to get their kitchen and dining table ready for all the cooking and feasting ahead will discover the joy of stress-free cooking with IKEA’s ANNONS, a five-piece stainless steel cookware set with glass lids. At only P699, it’s one of the store’s bestsellers — and don’t forget to grab a matching stainless steel trivet or two to protect your counter and table at only P69.   

 

For those long stews and sauces, check out the non-stick KLIPPFISK sauté pan with lid (P1,999). If you’re on the lookout for reliable frying pans, there’s the IKEA 365+ stainless steel frying pan (P999); the non-stick TAGGHAJ frying pan (P299). For a quick stir-fry when friends suddenly call that they’re coming over, the HEMLAGAD wok with lid (P999) will do the job, while the HEMLAGAD over-stove grill pan will take care of steaks and barbecues. And because cooking in December means you’re on a tight clock, the six-liter IKEA 365+ pressure cooker (P3,999) is indispensable for Sunday beef nilaga when the extended family is coming over.

Prepping for dinner. Interior designer and content creator Elle Uy inspires with an inviting dining setup.

 

A table set for togetherness

After the cooking comes the best part of the feast: eating! From the busy kitchen to the calm dining room, IKEA makes the shift seamless (and coordinated, if you wish).

 

Starting with the décor, the 15-cm. POINSETTIA potted plant (P449) adds a touch of green to the table. Scatter VINTERFINT mixed bauble glass (P499/8 pieces) or make it all gold baubles (P599/20 pieces).

 

IKEA’s dining collections for noche buena bring the same practicality, affordability and beauty of its cooking collection. The VINTERFINT side plate (P129) has a subtle red band around the rim and won’t be out of place after the holidays. Or opt for the more earthy tone of SANDSKÄDDA (P129), and the translucent, gray-striped elegance of HAVSGÄDDA (P129). Pair these with the 49-cl. STORSINT wine glass, which comes in a set of six (P799), and the IKEA 365+ carafe with cork stopper (P249)

 

For full plates, green takes inspiration from forest and nature with PELARKAKTUS (P249), making for an opulent-looking table setting with its deep color. The GLADELIG plate (P199) in dark gray recalls natural stone, while the STOLTHET cutting board (P599), which can double as a cheese or dessert board, brings a touch of wood to the table. With the dining table laden with food and desserts, the three-layer RÅSKOG utility cart comes to rescue to hold the extras.

 

The best part about Filipino Christmas feasts is that they last beyond the day itself. On Christmas Day, start with IKEA’s plain and patterned bowls for cereal at breakfast and soup or salad for lunch. With so much food to keep, the IKEA 365+ glass container with bamboo lid (P249, 34 oz.) comes in handy to give away what’s left over from noche buena or to keep in the refrigerator for later.

 

From the first gift wrapped in September to the last leftover lechon paksiw on the first days of the new year, Filipinos really know how to stretch a celebration.

 

Discover IKEA’s Christmas Shop and its kitchen and dining items to get you ready for the holidays at IKEA Mall of Asia and online.