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Binondo food wok A story in a cup of coffee

Vol. 5 No. 5

Contents

October-November 2010

JUAN’S Feature

Rediscover the Philippines

Oktoberfest

San Miguel Oktoberfest Limited Edition Pack

Special Feature

Binondo FoodWok

Equipped

Gadgets Must-haves

Coffee

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Travel Tips

In the Philippines, it is always advised to bring clothes for hot weather. Bring light clothes. It’s always safe to have those handy white shirts around. Like in any foreign country, be careful of pickpockets. Always bring that handy insect-repellant. When shopping, always haggle. Mingle with the locals. They always give the best tips. Be adventurous! Pack light. Bring only essentials like sunscreen, medicine, at least two swimsuits, extra plastic bags, a pair of slippers, one formal clothing (just in case), toiletries, camera and extra money. Plan your outfits

prior to leaving to avoid packing too much or too little. Write down all you intend to do to be more organized. Keep your cash hidden in different places just in case you lose something. Make sure you leave some room in your luggage for souvenirs or other purchases. Research about the place before traveling. It's best to be informed about weather conditions, local customs, hangouts, etc.

USEFUL DIALECTS ENGLISH Good Day Good Morning Good Afternoon Good Evening How are you? Thank you Yes No How much? Goodbye Please Im sorry What is your name? Take Care When Who What expensive

TAGALOG Magandang Araw Magandang Umaga Magandang Hapon Magandang Gabi Kamusta ka? Salamat Oo Hindi Magkano? Paalam Pakiusap Patawad Anong Pangalan mo? Ingat Kelan? Sino? Ano? Mahal

BICOL Dios na Marhay na aldaw Dios Marhay na aga Dios Marhay na hapon Dios Marhay na banggi Kamusta po kamo? Dios mabalos Opo/Oho Dae/Wara po Gurano? Paaram Tabi Patawarun mo ako Anong pangaran mo? Mag-ingat Noarin Siisay ano? napakamahal iyan

ILOCANO Naimbag nga aldawmo Naimbag a bigat Naimbag a malem Naimbag a rabii Kumustak? Agyamanak Wen Saan Manu? Agpakadaakon Pangngaasi Pakawan Ania ti naganmo? Ag aluad ka Kaano Asino Ania Nagnginan

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Publisher Teddy V. Cruz III teddycruz3@gmail.com Editorial Consultant Cori Gillego Creative Director Mike Mesina muiggz_17@yahoo.com Account Manager Joyce De Leon Contributors Writers B Canapi, Eileen Campos Photographers B Canapi, Jude Cabal,Teddy Cruz III

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Publisher’s Note

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Island Pride

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The Big Binondo Food Wok:

A taste of culture, history and of course, food Text by Eileen Campos Photos by Jude Cabal

It was a Saturday morning and we marched inside the Binondo Church for the start of this unique tour. I’ve heard about it but honestly just the premise was enough to make me daydream of authentic Chinese food presented with a hefty serving of culture, history and even more Chinese food. Basically, you take three and a half (or so) hours during a Saturday and spend it walking through the streets of Binondo. Sounds fair enough? What if I told you at the end of the tour, every square centimeter of your gut would be satisfyingly filled with authentic and fusion Chinese cuisine. Yes, now I know I’ve got your attention. October-November 2010 ·

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Comfort Zone Special Feature

Our man, Mr. Ivan Man Dy, led us through the streets. We start off in the Church for a history lesson. No food yet. We started to walk towards our first destination. Gentlemen, start your engines! We begin with a visit to a quiet café, and the first dish of the day was a light broth and some rice. The story and the significance of the Café and of the owners resonate with each sip of the broth and each spoonful of peanut-laden rice. Don’t be fooled by the prospect of second servings – as tempting as it sounds, refuse. You will not be deprived of the gastronomical fulfillment you are aiming for, trust me. We transfer to another spot, which is my personal favorite, where we gorge down on more food. This time, it’s a hole-in-the-wall stall that I would’ve passed by every single time even if I lived there. You’d have to take a do-over look at the window display. And then, like one of those slow-motion dramatic sequences, you know you have found Shangri-la. There were these two ladies working on their tables and you can see them rolling out some dough and stuffing it with what I later found out is a recipe for Northern-China variation of dim sum. Yes, siomai at its best! Freshly made, freshly cooked with the freshest ingredients possible – this is quality. Everyone in attendance during that tour probably ate half their weight in dim sum, I know I did. We toddled along and I sensed a burden forming in my step. It was a sudden stop when we ended up gathered in front of another small stall (standing room only) and got hold of steaming hut buns – Fried siopao. It was a

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new sensation to have that soft bun, succulent filling and crispy crust from the frying. You want more? From the same stall we also took a whiff of freshly made bicho-bicho. None of that stuff that’s practically bread. We are talking a flash-fried strip of dough that was tossed with a little bit of sugar. It was light, airy and oh so good. I look around and sight some quitters – putting the buns into their bags! But the battle isn’t over. No, not by a long shot. Walking inside into our first taste of air conditioning was a welcome treat but the hopia we gorged at this tiny grocery store was the highlight of another standing-stopover. I know I have eaten this dozens of times before but somehow I just had to re-experience it all over again. And just when I thought I could not have eaten anymore, we walked to our final destination of the tour. A charming little lumpia house tucked away from the busy streets. Long story short, carnivores were new converts to vegetables. And as I swallowed the last bite and washed it all down with a cold glass of water I knew I would not be able to eat any more until dawn the next day. “Satisfying,” is an understatement. In between the stops and in between the bites, I unearthed what the history, culture and community of Binondo is. Enlightening is the word I use. No longer shall I look to Binondo as merely the place to go buy Chinese medicine or the freshest fruits for your New Year dining room display. Every step I took brought me into an understanding and appreciation of this city and of this country. All of that while I was eating my way through Binondo.

The Big Binondo Food Wok

Big Binondo Food Wok by Old Manila walks (02) 711-3823 / 0917-329-1622 http://www.oldmanilawalks.com

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Equipped

GADGETS Must-haves

Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 The first android phone powered handset capable of showing 3D Maps on video. One place for all your media: movies, pictures, music. Great for capturing images and video. Experience Xperia X10. www.sonyericsson.com

Samsung PL90 digital camera with built-in USB connector The new camera’s plug and play capabilities, allows you to connect it to computer without the need of additional wires and to share its content with friends quickly and easily with included Auto-install intelli-studio software, as well to charge the battery.

All New Macbook Air Capabilities of a full size Macbook minus the weight. Available in two variants 11 inch and 13 inch. Another reason to upgrade to a Mac. http://www.apple.com

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Equipped

HTC Touch Pro 2 A Mobile Phone that has multiple applications. It uses TouchFLO 3D interface. It is designed to make navigating easier. It provides important information for high-level user interface. Easy access to messaging, emails, photos, music and weather. www.htc.com

Samsung NX10 DSLR The Samsung NX10 incorporated a fast and decisive autofocus (AF), 14.6 MP APS-C size CMOS sensor and unique, large 3.0” AMOLED screen, allowing users to easily view their images even in bright sunlight. Users can also record in HD movie to create a full story.

Canon Vixia HF M31 The HF M31 is a new mid-range HD camcorder from Canon. A revamp of the HF20 with new tweaks and updates—including a new touchscreen interface and a slick menu redesign.

All New iPod Touch Bring your music with you. It is capable of HD Video recording. It’s the perfect travel buddy. http://www.apple.com

Nokia N8 The Nokia N8 with finger touch input and UI control with 113.5 x 59 x 12.9 mm and 135 g weight in addition to its 3.5" display with 16:9 nHD (640 x 360 pixels) OLED resolution. The new mobile phone promises a HSDPA Cat9, maximum speed up to 10.2 Mbps, HSUPA Cat5 2.0 Mbps network speed and complies to WLAN IEEE802.11 b/g/n not to mention its 12 Megapixel camera with Carl Zeiss optics, Xenon flash and a large sensor.

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JUAN for the Road

Checklist: 1. Be sure to have your vehicle check before the trip. 2. Check Tire condition of vehicle. 3. Check spare tire 4. Windshield wipers 5. First aid Kit 6. Draw up an itinerary for the trip. 7. Tool kit 8. Bottled water 9. Snacks 10. Road Map of Destination or GPS 11. Celphone Car Charger

Driving Tips for the Rainy Season: • First and foremost: slow down! It takes longer to stop or adjust in wet weather. • Stay toward the middle lanes - water tends to pool in the outside lanes. • Don't follow large trucks or buses too closely. The spray created by their large tires reduces your vision. Take care when passing them as well; if you must pass, do so quickly and safely. • Be more alert when driving in wet or slippery conditions. Watch out for brake lights in front of you. • Avoid using your brakes; if possible, take your foot off the accelerator to slow down.

12. Your trusty Ipod or MP3

• Turn your headlights on even in a light rain, overcast conditions. Not only do they help you see the road, but they'll help other drivers see you.

13. Digital Camera

• Before it starts to rain, replace old or brittle wipers.

14. Don’t forget your luggage.

• Avoid off-road driving: it's hard to judge the actual depth of puddles and you can easily become stuck, even in an SUV.

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• Never drive beyond the limits of visibility. At night rainy roads become especially treacherous. The glare of oncoming lights, amplified by the rain on your windscreen, can cause temporary loss of visibility while substantially increasing driver fatigue. In rainy conditions pedestrians, livestock, and wildlife are extremely hard to spot and even harder to avoid. • Never drive through moving water if you can't see the ground through it; your car could be swept off the road. • When driving through a puddle of uncertain depth, go slow. If it's deeper than the bottom of your doors, turn around and find another route. Deep water can cause serious damage to a modern car's electrical system. • Avoid splashing pedestrians. • If possible, stay off the road during heavy thunderstorms. Large flashes of lightning can temporarily blind and disorient drivers, and the accompanying high winds and heavy rain can create deadly driving conditions.

JUAN's Feature

The Philippines is composed of 7,107 beautiful islands with distinct characteristics that will surely quench your thirst for adventure, history and heritage. We invite you to explore, experience and enjoy.

BORACAY Boracay is an island located approximately 315 km (200 miles) south of Manila and 2 km off the northwest tip of Panay Island in the Western Visayas region. It’s known for its powdery white sands, azure waters, all night parties and of course Willy’s Rock. Where to stay : We recommend Two Seasons Boracay. Bulabog Beach, Boracay Island

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JUAN's Feature

CAMSUR Located in the middle of the Bicol Peninsula, at the southeastern part of Luzon, is Camarines Sur – a must see Destination. Surrounded by the provinces of Camarines Norte and Quezon on the northwest, the province of Albay on the southeast, Lagonoy Gulf on the east and Ragay Gulf on the west, CamSur is blessed with varying landscapes and sceneries that are sure to enthrall you. With its long stretches of coastline, including white sand beaches, coral reefs, limestone forests, mountain ranges, natural caves, waterfalls and natural springs, CamSur is the perfect getaway for the curious and adventurous traveler. While you’re there check out: Caramoan & CWC. Camsur Watersports Complex

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JUAN's Feature

CEBU It is located to the east of Negros, to the west of Leyte and Bohol islands. Cebu is a long narrow island stretching 225 kilometers from north to south, surrounded by 167 neighbouring, smaller islands, which include Mactan, Bantayan, Malapascua, Olango and the Camotes Islands. Cebu has narrow coastlines, limestone plateaus and coastal plains. Mactan-Cebu International Airport, located in Mactan island, is the second busiest airport in the Philippines. While in Cebu check out : Bantayan Island, Camotes Islands, Malapascua Shangri-La's Mactan Resort and Spa beachfront

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JUAN's Feature

CORON Coron is surrounded by Islands with large rock formations. Its located north of Palawan. It has many sides to it that it resembles other beautiful destinations but with its own mark, that will sure be engraved in your mind forever. Must see attractions is Coron: Mt. Tapyas, Malcapuya Island, Maquinit Hot Springs, Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoons. Picture taken from the View Cliff of Kayangan Lake Coron

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Special Feature

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A story in a cup of coffee

I found myself at Le Bistro Vert at 7 in the morning. The pleasant sunlight enveloped me as I read the day’s paper while sipping a freshly brewed cup of Barako. Ordinarily, this would be a great way to start any day, but on this day that morning cup of coffee served as a prelude of what was to come.

A story in a

cup of coffee Text and Photos by B Canapi

I was invited by Chit Juan (of the Philippine Coffee Board and Echostore fame) to take part in a Coffee Farm Tour she prepared for the press. On her invitation, I brought a camera crew to cover the day’s events for Astig TV. Now, I’ve had the pleasure of meeting Chit before, and anybody can tell you, she is one energetic and fired up lady when it comes to her advocacies. Today was no different. As we made our way to Cavite, Chit gave us a quick Coffee Industry 101. While that topic alone is rich enough for an article of its own, I can summarize it in one sentence: There are not enough coffee farms to supply this country with its demand for coffee, but the PCB is doing its best to educate farmers and peddle Philippine Coffee so that one day, the industry will catch up. A daunting task, to be sure, but one that Chit and the rest of the PCB is tackling head on. Our first stop was Chit’s very own EchoFarms. While not directly connected to her Coffee Advocacy, the concept of sustainable farming is something she is likewise trying to preach and practice. As members of the press helped

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A story in a cup of coffee themselves to some fresh vegetables (The arugula and romaine lettuce were to die for), Chit explained that the concept of sustainable farms is something that the PCB is slowly adapting to their sponsored coffee farms as well. After that brief stop, we traveled on to the Cavite State University, the home of coffee research in the country. Over some bibingka and more barako, Mr. Alejandro Mojica gave us an in-depth look of the state of coffee in this country. If Chit gave us an appetizer early on, Mr. Mojica’s talk was the main course. Afterwards, we were invited to go to the Cavite State University’s coffee farm and look around for ourselves. At this point, I’m asking myself, if coffee is such a highdemand commodity, why aren’t people rushing to plant coffee trees and get in on the action? “It’s not that simple,” Chit relates. “The fact is, coffee trees take time to yield crops, between 3 to 5 years. Farmers think that the wait is not worth it, that’s why most of them stay awayfrom coffee and instead plant vegetables.” “That’s what we’re up against,” Chit continues. “That is why the Philippine Coffee Board is going out of its way to educate farmers on the importance and value of the coffee crop, buy their yields at a premium to encourage them, and drum up support for the coffee industry in general.” From Cavite State U, we then visited a coffee mill owned by Nicolas Matti, co-chairman of the Philippine Coffee Board. After that, we dropped by Gourmet’s to watch how these beans are prepared for mass consumption. As my crew taped story after story during the entire trip, I spent the whole time thinking how to get in on all of this. It’s obvious that we’re crazy over coffee. Why else would coffee shops pop up all over the place? Why else would instant coffee sell well into the millions? And yet, we’re given a picture of an industry that, without the proper measures in place, would die out just like that. All the press people and the bloggers that attended would write and post about this plight, and Astig TV would go on to air their PCB episodes on the Green channel. I guess that’s a good start, but there’s so much more to do.

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Press Release

Manila freeze Columbia Heats Up Manila Through A One-of-A-Kind Exclusive Launch for Its New Omni-Heat Technology On the auspicious date of October 10, 2010 (10-10-10) at exactly 10AM, select members from the Country’s leading online, television and print outlets were invited to the exclusive launch of Columbia’s newest OmniHeat Technology. Shrouded in secrecy from what laid ahead, guests were transported from Recreational Outdoor eXchange (R.O.X.) located at High Street, Global City to the undisclosed Glacier Refrigerated Services Corporation in Taguig, Metro Manila. It was not until everyone arrived that the attendees were informed that they would be participating in a series of challenges inside the negative ten-degree ice freezer to experience first hand the effectiveness of the Omni-Heat technology.

The exclusive launch of Columbia’s newest Omni-Heat Technology was a first of its kind in the Philippines and enjoyed by everyone given how unique and interactive the event was. Columbia Sportswear Omni Heat Technology's body heat moisture

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management system, thermal reflective, insulating and electric technology will keep outdoor enthusiasts warm and comfortable in cold and crisps condition. Indeed, Omni Heat technology is perfect for every adventurer.

Advertorial

Hilton Cebu Resort & Spa Hilton Cebu Resort & Spa is set on its own private beach on Mactan Island and offers white sandy beaches, year-round summer weather and exceptional diving and snorkelling. Business is easy with three Executive Floors and an Executive Lounge. All accommodations feature high speed internet access. The resort is just ten minutes from Mactan International Airport and 25 minutes from cosmopolitan Cebu City, offering vibrant nightlife, extensive shopping and 24-hour casinos. Stay active with a visit to the fully equipped health club offering a professional gymnasium, steam room and luxurious garden spa. Check out Hilton Cebu’s 5 amazing restaurants and bar, relax and enjoy there wide array of food and drinks. Enjoy afternoon tapas at Manny O’s, order drinks at Sapphire Pool Bar. Hilton Cebu Resort & Spa is located at Punta Engano, Mactan Island, Cebu. For Inquiries and reservations, please call (032) 492-7777 or email at sales.cebu@hilton.com.

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Calendar Of Events | October 2010

October 15 SMB Oktoberfest Party MO2 Golden Fields, Bacolod

October 15 SMB Oktoberfest Party Subic Bay Freeport Zone

October 16 SMB Oktoberfest Party East Asia Royale Hotel, Gen San

October 16-17 SMB Oktoberfest 9-Ball Open Metro Billiards, Bacolod City

October 21-22 SMB Oktoberfest 9-Ball Open Paeng's, Eastwood

October 22 SMB Oktoberfest Party SM City Baguio

October 22 SMB Oktoberfest Party Embarcadero, Legaspi

October 22 October 27-29 SMB Oktoberfest SAMBUOKAN FESTIVAL Mati, Davao Oriental Party Boulevard Cluster, Activities include agro-trade fair and civic military parade in Mati, capital Dumaguete town of Davao Oriental.

October 29-30 ASWANG FESTIVAL Roxas City It intends to eclipse the aswang

October 30 SMB Oktoberfest Party Limketkai CDO

impression with the world-class quality of Capiz’ seafood products and warm captivating hospitality of the Capicenos. A festival organized by Dugo Capiznon, Inc.

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October 30 SMB Oktoberfest Party Metrowalk

Calendar Of Events | November 2010

November 1

BANAAG FESTIVAL Anilao, Iloilo A dance-drama competition using light and all its forms as a medium . This

November 4 November 3-5 SMB Oktoberfest SAN CARLOS CITY FIESTA San Carlos City, Negros Occidental 9-Ball Open A three-day religious festivity honoring FINALS the patron saint, San Carlos Borromeo, SM Skydome

“dance of lights” is the first of its kind in

featuring Pintaflores Festival, fluvial parade,

the region.

processions, sports exhibitions, body painting contest and concerts.

November 5

November 9-15

Negros Occidental

EL CINCO DE NOVIEMBRE / KANSILAY FESTIVAL

A historical festival that commemorates the

Bago City, Negros Occidental

Lake Sebu, South Cotabato

victory of the Negrenses’ bloodless revolt

This patriotic event is celebrated with an

It’s a week-long cultural fiesta.See the

against the Spaniards in 1898.

annual cultural festival.

T''Boli culture in its colorful best through

NEGROS DAY

HELOBONG FESTIVAL (T’BOLI)

the natives'' traditional songs, dances and crafts.

November 9-15

November 11

Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental

Dumalag, Capiz

KAHILWAYAN FESTIVAL/CRY OF STA. BARBARA

Is a joyful celebration of the people

A cultural and fiesta celebration.

Sta. Barbara, Iloilo

SANDUROT FESTIVAL

TAW-ANAY GUGMA

November 17

of Dumaguete, their innate hospitality,

It is a cultural festival in a dance-drama

friendliness, and their propensity to live

form which is a reenactment of sort of

harmoniously with people of different

the struggle for freedom by our very own

race, religion, and cultural beliefs.

local folks led by the heroic Gen. Martin G. Delgado.

November 17-19 LA UNION SURFING INVITATIONAL/SURFING FESTIVAL

November 18

BAGUIO ARTS FESTIVAL

November 18-25

Baguio City

P’YAGSAWITAN FESTIVAL (ECO-TOURISM)

An exhibit of the different artworks and

Maragusan, Compostela Valley

Urbiztondo, San Juan, La Union

art pieces of the various Cordillera artists

It takes its name from the term 'Sarakiki'

It’s a festival, where surfers from around

in different art media.

which describes the frenzied movements

the Philippines are invited to compete and

of a rooster as it tries to court a hen.

have fun .

Participants perform the rhythmic dance which is thought to bring a good harvest.

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Press Release

Robinsons Land Corporation Sets the Road Map for gohotels.ph

Robinsons Land Corporation (RLC)’s gohotels.ph pilot site in Cybergate Plaza along EDSA has effectively responded to the needs of discerning, value-seeking travelers, a market that gohotels.ph is developing and trying to capture. The excitement of the travel industry over the new “value hotel” concept has prompted RLC to seek more locations for gohotels.ph in the coming years. “Due to high demand for excellent accommodations, gohotels. ph is now welcoming offers from parties who are interested to franchise or sell their land," says Liz D. Gregorio, general manager for gohotels.ph. “We are looking forward to meeting people with the entrepreneurial drive to boost our tourism industry.” Ms. Gregorio says that they have already received inquiries about the gohotels.ph franchising opportunity, an interest driven particularly by the brand’s differentiated market positioning and its promise to deliver the best quality accommodations in its class. “Consistency and maintenance of hospitality standards will be the topmost priority for each of our properties,” she adds. Plans are underway to build more value hotels all over the Philippines, ensuring that “a place for every Juan” is available throughout the country. These developments serve as RLC’s response to the national demand for better accommodations at better prices. With its widespread expansion, gohotels.ph endeavors to make travel easier for more and more individuals. For inquiries and reservations, log on to http://www.gohotels. ph. You may also call 0922-GOHOTEL (0922-4646835) or (02) 398-8788.

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Directory EMBASSIES

Australia Level 23 Tower 2 RCBC Plaza Ayala Avenue, Makati City (63-2) 757-8100 Austria 4th Floor Prince Building, 112 Roda St. Legaspi Village, Makati City (63-2) 817-9191; (63-2) 817-4992 Bangladesh 2nd flr. Ayala Wing BPI Bldg., 106 Paseo de Roxas cor. Perea St., Legaspi Village, Makati City (63-2) 817-5010; (63-2) 817-5001 Cambodia Unit 7-A 7th Flr. Country Space Bldg. Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue, Makati City (63-2) 818-9981 Canada Level 6-8, Tower 2, RCBC Plaza 6819 Ayala Avenue, Makati City (63-2) 867-0001; (63-2) 867-0002 Chile 17th Flr. Liberty Center Building 104 H.V. de la Costa corner Leviste St., Salcedo Village, Makati City (63-2) 810-3149; (63-2) 810-3687 China 4896 Pasay Road, Dasmarinas Village, Makati City (63-2) 844-3148 Colombia 18th Flr. Aurora Tower, Araneta Center, Quezon City (63-2) 911-3101

Cuba Penthouse, Cacho Gonzales Bldg.101 Aguirre corner Trasierra Streets, Legaspi Village, Makati City (63-2) 817-1192

Israel 23rd Flr., Trafalgar Plaza, 105 H.V. Dela Costa St., Salcedo Village, Makati City (63-2) 892-5329 to 32 (63-2) 894-0441 to 43

Czech Republic 30th Flr. Rufino Pacific Tower, Ayala Avenue, Makati City (63-2) 811-1155

Italy 6th Flr., ZETA Building, 191 Salcedo Street, Legaspi Village, Makati City (63-2) 892-4531 to 34 19091012200 (Visa)

Egypt 2229 Paraiso Cor. Banyan St. Dasmarinas Village, Makati City (63-2) 843-9220; (63-2) 843-9232

Japan 2627 Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City (63-2) 551-5710

Finland 21st Floor BPI Center, Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue, Makati City (63-2) 891-5011 to 17

Korea 10th Flr. Pacific Star Bldg, Sen. Gil Puyat corner Makati Avenue, Makati City (63-2) 8116139-44

France 16th Flr. Pacific Star Building, Sen Gil Puyat corner Makati Avenue, Makati City (63-2) 8576900; 811-1001 to 04

Kuwait 1230 Acacia Road, Dasmarinas Village, Makati City (63-2) 887-6880 to 84

Germany 25/F Tower 2, RCBC Plaza 6819 Ayala Avenue, Makati City (63-2) 702-3000; (63-2) 702-3015 India 2190 Paraiso St., Dasmarinas Village, Makati City (63-2) 843-0101; (63-2) 843-0102 Indonesia 185 Salcedo Street Legaspi Village, Makati City (63-2) 892-5061 to 68 (63-2) 818-4441 Iran 37 McKinley Road, Forbes Park, Makati City (63-2) 888-4757 to 59

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Libya 1644 Dasmarinas Village, Makati City (63-2) 817-7331 to 32 Malaysia 10th - 11th Floor The World Center Bldg. No. 330, Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue, Makati City (63-2) 864-0761 to 68 Mexico 2157 Paraiso Street, Dasmarinas Village, Makati City 1222 (63-2) 812-2211/12/13 (63-2) 812-2225 (Consular) Netherlands 26th Flr., Equitable PCI Bank Tower, 8751 Paseo de Roxas, Makati City Tel. (632) 786-6666 Fax (632) 786-6600

Directory New Zealand 23rd Floor BPI Center, Sen. Gil Puyat Ave, Makati City (63-2) 891-5358 to 67

South Africa 29th Flr. Yuchengco Tower, RCBC Plaza, 6819 Ayala Ave., Makati City (63-2) 889-9383 (Trunk Line)

Nigeria 2211 Paraiso St., Makati City (63-2) 843-9866; (63-2) 843-9868

Spain 5th Floor ACT Tower, 135 Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue, 1227 Makati City (chancery) 818-5526; 759-2971 (Embassy) 818-3561; 818-3581; (Consulate) 7592970

Norway 21st Flr., Petron Mega Plaza Bldg., 358 Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., Makati City (63-2) 886-3245 to 49 Pakistan 6th Flr., Alexander House, 132 Amorsolo Street, Legaspi Village, Makati City (63-2) 817-2772; (63-2) 817-2776 Portugal 17th Flr., Unit D Trafalgar Plaza, 105 H.V. Dela Costa St., Salcedo Village, Makati City (63-2) 848-3789 to 90 Qatar 2056 Lumbang St. corner 1398 Caballero Street, Dasmarinas Village, Makati City (63-2) 887-4944 to 45 Russian Federation 1245 Acacia Road, Dasmarinas Village, Makati City (63-2) 810-9614; (63-2) 893-0190 Saudi Arabia 389 Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue, Makati City (63-2) 890-9735 Singapore No. 505, Rizal Drive, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City (63-2) 856-9922; (63-2) 856-9932

Sri Lanka 2260 Avocado Avenue, Dasmarinas Village, Makati City (63-2) 887-5222; (63-2) 887-5223 Sweden 16th Flr. Equitable PCI Bank Tower 2 Makati Avenue cor. H.V. dela Costa St., Makati City (63-2) 811-7900 Switzerland 24th Flr. Equitable Bank Tower 8751 Paseo de Roxas, Makati City 757-9000; 757-9001 (Visa) Thailand Royal Thai Embassy Bldg., 107 Rada St., Legaspi Village, Makati City 815-4219 to 20; 816-0696 to 97; 810-3833; 817-4262 (Consular) Turkey 2268 Paraiso Street, Dasmarinas Village, Makati City (63-2) 843-9705; (63-2) 843-9707 United Arab Emirates 2nd Flr., Renaissance Bldg., 215 Salcedo St., Legaspi Village, Makati City

United Kingdom 120 Upper McKinley Road, McKinley Hill, Taguig City (63-2) 858-2200 United States of America Chancery Building, 1201 Roxas Boulevard, Manila Tel: 528-6300 Fax: 522-4361 Venezuela Unit 17 A, Multinational Bancorporation Center, 6805 Ayala Avenue, Makati City (632) 845-2841; 845-2842 Vietnam 670 Pablo Ocampo St., Malate, Manila 521-6843; 525-2837; 524-0364 European Union 30/F Tower II, RCBC Plaza 6819 Senator Gil Puyat corner Ayala Ave., 1200 Makati City 859-5100 DOT OFFICES

DOT – NCR Rm. 207 DOT Building, TM Kalaw St., Ermita, Manila Tel. (02) 524-2345; 525-6114; 524-6566; 523-8411 DOT- REGION VII G/F LDM Building, Lapu- Lapu City, Cebu Tel. (032) 254-2811; 254-6077 DOT- BORACAY FIELD OFFICE Balabag, Boracay Malay, Aklan Tel. (036) 288-3689

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Directory AIRLINES

BUS LINES

PAL Express R1 Hangar ATC, Gate 1 Andrews Ave., Nichols, Pasay City Tel (63-2) 855 9000 Fax (63-2) 851-7922

BLTB EDSA, Malibay, Pasay City Tel (63-2) 833-5508

Makati Shangri-La Hotel Manila Ayala Corner Makati Avenue, Makati City (63-2) 813- 8888; (63-2) 813- 5499

Phase II Bus Terminal Ali Mall Araneta Center, Cubao, Quezon City Tel (63-2) 913-1526

Mandarin Oriental Manila Makati Avenue, Makati City (63-2) 750-8888; (63-2) 819- 9659

Philippine Rabbit 1240 EDSA, Balintawak Tel (63-2) 364-3477

Manila Diamond Hotel Roxas Boulevard corner Dr. J. Quintos Street, Manlia (63-2) 528- 3000; (63-2) 305- 3000

Zest Air Domestic Road corner Andrews Avenue, Pasay City Tel (02) 855-3333 Fax (63-2) 851-1804 to 05 Cebu Pacific Air 16/F Robinson’s Equitable Tower, ADB Avenue corner Poveda St. Ortigas Center, Pasig City Tel (63-2) 636-4938 Fax (63-2) 637-9165 Philippine Airlines G/F Philippine Airlines Center, Legaspi Street, Legaspi Village, Makati City Tel (63-2) 855-8888 Fax (63-2) 853-7725 SEAIR 1020 2/F Dona Concepcion Bldg. Arnaiz Avenue, Makati City Tel (63-2) 884-1521 Fax (63-2) 844-3813 SHIPPING COMPANIES

RENT - A- CAR

Avis 2/F Guevent Commercial Center Libertad Street, Mandaluyong City (63-2) 533-0861; (63-2) 714-4060 to 61 Fax (63-2) 533-0785 Budget Nayong Pilipino Compound, Pasay City Tel (63-2) 888-6513 Fax (63-2) 851-0931 Nissan UPRC Building 3, 2289 Pasong Tamo Extension, Makati City Tel (63-2) 816-1808 HOTELS

Negros Navigation Company Pier 2, North Harbor, Tondo, Manila Tel (63-2) 245-5588 Fax (63-2) 247-7427 WG&A Superferry 12/Floor Times Plaza Tower corner United Nations and Taft Avenue, Ermita, Manila Tel (63-2) 528-7100 Fax (63-2) 528-7107

Discovery Suites 25 ADB Avenue, Ortigas Center, Pasig City Tel (63-2) 635-2222 Fax (63-2) 683-8333 Hyatt Regency Manila 2702 Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City (63-2) 833- 1234; (63-2) 833- 5913

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Manila Hotel One Rizal Park, 1099 Manila (632) 527- 0011; (632) 527- 0022/24 The Peninsula Manila Ayala corner Makati Ave., Makati City (63-2) 810- 3456; (63-2) 815- 4825 Hotel Veniz #1 Abanao St., Baguio City (632) 4460700 to 03; (632) 4460704 09175060701 Inn Rocio #68 Kisad Road, Baguio City (632) 4424028 (632) 4426535 Microtel Inn & Suites 2/F Phinma Bldg., 166 Salcedo St, Legaspi Village Makati City (632) 6193333; (632) 6193344 09275164129 Baguio Country Club Country Club Road (632) 6192050 to 64; (632) 4427674

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