TRAVEL+LIFESTYLE SEPTEMBER 2014 MABUHAY SEPTEMBER 2014
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BACOLOD’S MASSKARA FESTIVAL
BACOLOD’S MASSKARA FESTIVAL
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LOS ANGELES INSIDER
SPLURGE VS. SAVE IN SHANGHAI
48 HOURS IN GUANGZHOU
ILOILO + GUIMARAS
THIS MONTH | SEPTEMBER 2014
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24 Around the
World in 80 Beds
Why spend the night in a hotel when you can stay in a treehouse, a windmill, or even a castle?
32 Neighborhood
Spotlight: Salcedo Village
A fun illustration of delightful spots of this upscale neighborhood.
34 China’s Underthe-radar City Check out Guangzhou’s new draws from an ultramodern opera house to a great circus show.
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38 Splurge vs. Save in Shanghai
You can have the best of both worlds in China’s megacity.
46 Where to
Pretend You’re a Local in Los Angeles
A TV producer, a stylist, and an artist spill where the locals hang out in the City of Angels.
54 Festival Preview: Bacolod’s MassKara
A peek at one of the country’s most colorful festivals.
On the Cover
56 My Bacolod
66 Photographing
58 Choose Your
Own Adventure in Iloilo
Regulars
Heritage
Upcoming young chef JP Anglo talks about his hometown and his favorite food haunts.
06 President’s Note
French photographer Ferrante Ferranti gives us tips on how to capture the heritage of a place.
08 Editor’s Note 10 What’s Up 12 Travel Log
68 In the Land
Surprises await you from rice terraces to a cup of hot chocolate in an ancestral home.
16 In the News
of the Dreamweavers
20 Milestones
The tapestry of South Cotabato is revealed in its indigenous culture.
72 The Lighter Side 76 Last Frame 78 PAL Pages
62 Delicious Detour From Iloilo, visit Guimaras Island, home of the world’s sweetest mangoes.
Contributors
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Masskara Festival, one of the country’s most anticipated celebrations, takes place in Bacolod City next month. Photo by Erwin Lim
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MICHAELA LOLA ABRERA is a writer, an editor, and a photographer. She is also a presenter and scriptwriter for the Living Asia Channel, as well as an aspiring producer and artist. Her adventures have taken her to 20 countries, and she is currently pursuing an MA in Visual and Media Anthropology at the Freie Universität in Berlin, Germany. lookingforlola.flavors.me.
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As Vice President and Director of a leading China-based design firm, MARCO TORRES is on and off planes. The architect with an MBA confesses he is obsessed with traveling. Fortunately, his business trips take him all over China and Southeast Asia. Marco is currently based in Shanghai after eight years in Beijing. He describes his stint in Beijing extremely eventful, “Carrying the Olympic torch for my beloved Philippines during the 2008 Olympics is a moment I will never forget.”
p. 46 LORI BLACKBURN grew up in Los Angeles, but has called New Zealand, Philippines, and Ireland home. Her global adventures led to a career in travel writing which always helps her see Los Angeles with fresh eyes. These days, you’ll find her horseback riding at Cowboy Bootcamp or hitting the water with South Bay Sailing. Next, she’s hiking the Swiss Alps and catamaran sailing in the British Virgin Islands.
PRESIDENT’S NOTE
Coming Together to Take you Further I’m delighted to welcome to the Philippine Airlines fold our newest commercial partner – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates. PAL and Etihad actually go back a long way; we first started codesharing on Etihad flights to Abu Dhabi in 2007. Our latest agreement expands the relationship into a wide-ranging, full-scale partnership, covering not just code-shares but also loyalty programs, airport lounges, marketing and sales programs, cargo, and the coordination of airport operations at both airlines’ hubs in Manila and Abu Dhabi. The upshot of all these is a much-enhanced joint product for both PAL and Etihad customers. We’re now able to offer a combined 19 code-shared flights every week between the two capitals. Etihad also gets to code-share on PAL’s extensive domestic services, allowing Etihad to offer Philippine itineraries beyond Manila. If you’re a Mabuhay Miles member, you’ll enjoy reciprocal benefits, including miles earning and redemption, priority check-in, boarding and baggage handling, plus lounge access, when you travel on our new partner carrier. Etihad Guest program members get the same privileges on PAL. Take advantage of our joint promotion this month until October, when double miles are awarded to members of both loyalty programs flying on the other airline. For our business class guests and Mabuhay Miles top-tier members traveling to Abu Dhabi or London, you’ll be pleased to know that you now have access to Etihad’s premium lounges at Abu Dhabi International and Heathrow (from November 1) airports. Please enjoy the lounge amenities with our compliments. Finally, we’re introducing a joint air pass scheme that will offer customers from throughout Etihad’s global network up to three additional sectors on PAL’s domestic network in conjunction with their international ticket to Manila. Watch out for announcements on this novel product this month. Indeed, PAL’s new partnership with Etihad gives you the best of both worlds – the finest in Arabian hospitality along with the warmth of a Filipino home in sky. Mabuhay!
Ramon S. Ang President & Chief Operating Officer Philippine Airlines
EDITOR’S NOTE
Local Knowledge Advantage Our cover on Bacolod’s Masskara Festival, taking place next month, is a visual reminder that you still have ample time to plan your trip. Not only is the festival one of the country’s best, but the Negrense, as the local people are broadly referred to, are well-known for their sense of style which visitors will find among others, evident in their handicrafts and cuisine. We have an interview with chef JP Anglo who shares insider knowledge like a home where traditional Spanish cuisine is served. Indeed, Bacolod, like their famous festival, has many masks. You have to discover what lies beneath. While you are in the region, consider taking a sea ferry from Bacolod to our other feature, Iloilo. Its centuries-old churches and cuisine like pancit molo (pork wonton soup) are quite well-known but not many are aware that you can tour a colonial mansion that serves hot chocolate, drive to highlands encrusted with pine trees and waterfalls, and go spelunking in 34 caves in a national park. For something off the beaten path, take a look at our short feature on South Cotabato entitled “In the Land of the Dreamweavers.” Our foreign features highlight China and our Filipino contributor Marco Torres is getting to be quite a China hand as he expertly presents the best ways to enjoy the most of Guangzhou and Shanghai. Over at LA, local Lori Blackburn dishes out where her friends—from surfer mom to TV producer—like to hang out. We continue to evolve the magazine to make it more appealing. Given its popularity, we have made travel apps, gadgets, and photography regular features. We have also added illustrations by our artist Ryan Kabigting in our layouts for a more personal touch.
Vol. 39, No.09, September 2014
EDITORIAL
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We, at Philippine Airlines, are happy to have you on board. Please sit back and relax, and allow us to make your flight enjoyable. For your own safety and convenience, please observe the regulations listed on the back pages. “Mabuhay” is a Filipino verb in the form of a command: “Live!” It is also a wish: “May you live!” Whoever says it wishes you the great gift of a long and full life. It is both a blessing and a lusty cheer. “Mabuhay” (ma-boo-high) is such a large word that it lends itself to a wide number of secondary uses: Welcome, Congratulations, Thanks, Godspeed, Hello, Good Luck, Cheers, Posit, Sante, Viva, Kambei, Aloha, and many other expressions of goodwill. All these are a part of life, but it is the gift of life that makes them possible. “Mabuhay,” in other words, is an invocation and a celebration of life itself.
Simeon S. Ventura, Jr. Editor-in-chief
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WHAT’S UP
Nicole Kidman, New York, 2003 | © Annie Leibovitz from A Photographer’s Life 1990 – 2005 | Courtesy of Vogue (INSET) Annie Leibovitz, Plano, Illinois, 2011 © Annie Leibovitz
SINGAPORE
ANNIE LEIBOVITZ: A PHOTOGRAPHER’S LIFE 1990 – 2005 UNTIL OCTOBER 19 | ARTSCIENCE MUSEUM, MARINA BAY SANDS
See close to 200 photos from one of the world’s most recognized portrait photographers, Annie Leibovitz. A big contributor to Vanity Fair and Vogue, Leibovitz has photographed A-list celebrities from Queen Elizabeth to Leonardo Di Caprio. She is also responsible for Vanity Fair’s infamous cover shot of a nude and pregnant Demi Moore.
SHANGHAI
Lobster lovers, this is
SHANGHAI INTERNATIONAL MUSIC
your day. This festival
FIREWORKS FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 30 TO OCTOBER 6 CENTURY PARK
World Records including
Join the expected 50,000 spectators in Asia’s most prestigious fireworks display—the latest fireworks technology will be shown off together with a symphony of lights and music.
LOS ANGELES PORT OF LOS ANGELES LOBSTER FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 12 TO 14 PORTS O’ CALL VILLAGE, SAN PEDRO, CALIFORNIA
MANILA INTERNATIONAL BOOK FAIR | SEPTEMBER 17 TO 21 | SMX CONVENTION CENTER, PASAY CITY
holds three Guinness
Bibliophiles unite to shop at
“largest serving of
the Philippines’ biggest book
lobster” and “most
event which also features
lobsters served in eight
book launches, storytelling,
hours.” When you’re
and poetry reading.
done licking your fingers,
GUANGZHOU
there’s arts and crafts shopping, dancing, and street performances.
TRANSFORMERS
MANILA
EXHIBIT UNTIL SEPTEMBER 30
JOHN LEGEND LIVE IN MANILA
CANTON TOWER
SEPTEMBER 26 | SMART ARANETA COLISEUM,
temporarily residing here
QUEZON CITY
Nine-time Grammyaward winner John Legend performs an “intimate, acoustic and strippeddown” concert. Ladies, keep your clothes on. 10
The Transformers are in our planet. Gigantic metal models of Optimus Prime and Bumble Bee, as well as some Decepticons, are on exhibit, so be ready in case a cosmic robot fight breaks out!
Photo by: Will Perkins
TRAVEL LOG
Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai, Thailand
T+L’s World’s Best Awards 2014 The much awaited Travel+Leisure magazine’s World’s Best Awards for 2014 is now out. These awards are highly respected as they come from a survey of its readers who are elite travelers themselves. Here’s a sneak peak of some of the winners who are now entitled to well-
Maui, Hawaii
earned bragging rights for a year.
Top Resorts in Asia Oberio Udaivilas, India Taj Lake Palace, India Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai, Thailand Dhara Dhevi Chiang Mai, Thailand Oberoi Rajvilas, India Rambagh Palace, India Oberoi Amarvilas, India Belmond La Residence Phou Vao, Laos Amansara, Cambodia Nam Hai, Vietnam
Top Islands In The World 1.
Santorini, Greece
2.
Maui, Hawaii
3.
Kauai, Hawaii
4.
Hawaii, the Big Island
5.
Bali, Indonesia
6.
Oahu, Hawaii
7.
Galápagos, Ecuador
8.
Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands
9.
Vancouver Island, Canada
10. San Juan Islands, Washington
Southeast Asian edition, August 2014 Courtesy of: Travel+Leisure
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A Glass of Sunshine drink a cocktail—with your
Coron’s new resort
eyes, with your nose, and
If you like Maldives’
each has an open-air
Japanese warships that makes it
resorts, Huma Island in
Jacuzzi. But more than
one of the world’s unique dive sites.
Coron, Palawan will fit
that, Huma is great
Their introductory rate that starts at
the bill. Sixty-four of its
for island hopping and
Php 16,200 per person per night and
81 villas are are set on
diving with diverse
stilts over the sea and
marine life and sunken
is valid until September 30, 2014. www.humaisland.com
“There are three ways to
with your tongue,” says Tim Walters, creator of the Sunshine Spirits served at Manila’s Sunshine Kitchen. 2nd Floor, The Fort Strip, Bonifacio Global City. Photo by Carlo Hablado
Bamboo, Coming Through!
SELFIE OF THE MONTH
Intramuros may be Manila’s oldest district, but touring around it on a bamboo bicycle will give you a fresh experience. You can customize your own tour or avail of their standard visit to 10 locations. Rates start at Php600 per person. Open Tuesdays to Sundays. www.bambike.com/ecotours
Edbern Quirante | Isla de Gigantes, Iloilo
Japan’s Beauty Sleep Having trouble sleeping? Park Hyatt Tokyo’s “Good Night Sleep Stretch,” will provide you slow stretches and breathing exercises to loosen your muscles. Afterwards, a whiff of aromatic oils and a cup of herbal tea should have you slumbering like a baby.
London Calling Coming from humble beginnings in London’s Portobello Market, Paul’s Boutique continues to churn out bags that are fun— sometimes quirky—yet wearable pieces with an edge. Available in Bratpack, The Travel Club, and Ladybag.
Whip out your monopods! Take a selfie at any PAL destination outside Manila and email it to info@eastgatepublishing. com with the subject, “SELFIE FOR MABUHAY.” Include your name, when and where it was taken, and your contact number. Photos must be high resolution. The winner will be featured in next month’s issue and be given a copy of the Best of the Best: Philippines coffetable book.
0-50m Where 90% of ocean life resides
Mr. Titanic’s New Rolex At 4,000 meters—enough pressure to crush a nuclear submarine like a can—the
318m Deepest recorded scuba dive
1,300m Deepest diving turtle
Rolex Deepsea keeps its cool. In line with the release of National Geographic’s Deepsea Challenge film by Titanic filmmaker James
3,800m The Titanic’s final resting place
Cameron, it is the ultimate diver’s watch. 3,900m Rolex Deepsea
Get Zapped for Health There’s a new way to destress and it involves…electricity.
New Resto Alert: Potts Point
Takshing Center offers electrotherapy massage
This quaint new café in
bacon pizza salad with
Eastwood Mall has an
raspberry vinaigrette. 2/F
old world charm and
Eastwood Mall, Veranda,
serves organic fare like
Libis, Quezon City; Photo
organic sausage and
by Lara Antonio
that uses 12 volts of electric current to unblock your blood
your circulatory system. 103 Richbelt
vessels and improve
Terraces, 19 Annapolis St., San Juan City.
GADGETS TAKE THE PARTY WITH YOU
Gear 4 Street Party wireless speaker
TWICE THE POWER
Native Union Jump charging cable
(Php2,650) Available at Beyond the
and battery (Php2,250) Available at
Box, Digital Walker, Astroplus, and
Beyond the Box
Astrovision
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BEAUTY & BRAINS
Asus Zenfone 5 smartphone with intel inside (Php6,495)
IN THE NEWS
Photo by: Just One Way Ticket
THE SECRET’S OUT!
The Philippines was named “The Best Tropical Destination No One Ever Talks About” by international news
website Huffington Post. Among the reasons cited are the Philippine beaches, food, world famous hospitality, and “quirky” transportation.
COBONPUE DESIGNS NEW RESTAURANT
HOLA, PHILIPPINES! Heston Blumenthal and
Asian Designer
other big names
of the Year (2014)
in gastronomy
Kenneth Cobonpue
just might come
gives Akira in
to the Philippines
Makati, a Japanese
to celebrate
Autum-style design
Madrid Fusion on
with a canopy of
April 2015.
“dancing leaves” as
Photo by: Foodepedia
its centerpiece. But don’t just stare at the
“MORE FUN” WINS AGAIN
surroundings, chow on the soft-shell crab
The Department of Tourism’s campaign of the
“Cobonpue Roll”!
Philippines as a “More Fun” destination landed third on Warc 100’s world’s best marketing campaigns. Third out of 100 marketing campaigns? Not bad at all.
WILL DOODLE FOR GOOGLE Pinoy kids now have the chance to design the logo on Google Philippines’ homepage. With the theme “What can I do for the Philippines?” kids can submit entries until September 19. The winner gets an educational grant and a feature on Google’s homepage. www.google.com.ph/ doodle4google/
KNOW WHERE CELEBRITY CHEF BOBBY CHINN GETS A DETOX? Where else but at wellness retreat The Farm at San Benito, Batangas. He also did a cooking demo at resort community Pico de Loro in Nasugbu, Batangas—way to mix business with pleasure! 16
Photo by: Campaign Asia
LOREM IPSUM
IN THE NEWS
FERRARI DESIGNS JAPAN TRAINS It’s not enough Japan has high speed trains, they have to deck it out too! Ferrari designer Ken Okuyama recently designed new luxury trains for the East Japan Railway Company. These high-rollers on tracks, which will debut in 2017, will feature glass coaches that will make passing through scenic routes even more sublime. Can’t wait for them? Then try their “Toreiyu Tsubasa” train which has a 2.4-meter-long footbath to relieve your aching travelling feet.
ROYAL HIGH Even the royal horse likes to get baked. Estimate, a
DUBAI WOWS US AGAIN
5-year- old racehorse owned by Queen Elizabeth II, just tested positive for morphine. The priced-mare now faces being stripped of her second-place finish in this year’s Ascot Gold Cup. The official statement
As if constructing the the world’s tallest
said that Estimate consumed the substance from
building wasn’t enough,
“contaminated” feed. If you say so, Estimate.
Dubai is building “the world’s first temperature controlled city.” It will have 100 hotels and apartment buildings and is expected to draw 180 million tourists every year. Go big, or go home.
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LEBRON GETS PIANO LESSON FROM A FAN While on tour in Beijing, the Cleveland Cavaliers Star was greeted by pianist Lang Lang. Lebron played together with the Chinest pianist, described by Lang Lang as “piano dunk,” and also exchanged gifts—Lang Lang got basketball shoes while Lebron received Lang Lang’s album and a CD of the World Cup’s music. We wonder how Lebron feels about football?
COOL FIGURES Number of Guniess World
Records made by the Philippine religious group Iglesia ni Cristo.
100M
$100B
$75M
Likes received by
Investments
Paid to Robert Downey
Colombian pop
for airports in
Jr. for playing Iron Man,
star Shakira on
the Asia Pacific
making him Forbes’
her Facebook
region, following
highest earning actor in
account.
a tourism boom.
the world for two years in a row.
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BEST PLACES
FOR FALLING IN LOVE
...AND OUT OF LOVE Batanes The gorgeous scenery of rolling hills and ocean views will help you reflect on life’s
APPS
unpredictability. A start-off point for reflection: past typhoons have only made the landscape of Batanes even more distinct and beautiful.
WINEGLASS
www.wineglassapp.com A wine connoisseur’s best frined: helps pick the best wines at restaurants by running the bottles they carry through a wine review company.
Tokyo In Spring, Kyoto’s cherry blossoms line Ozaki Canal, making for an unforgettable cruise and the chance to save on buying your date flowers.
Thailand VIATOR
Koh Tao is a tiny island in Thailand known
www.viator.com Jump the line to the Eiffel Tower! This app reserves excursions and culinary outings in more than 1,500 locations around the globe.
for scuba diving. At sunset, lantern-lit restaurants beckon by the beach.
Bali There’s a reason why it’s the final destination in Eat, Pray, Love. A visit to its serene beaches, mountain villages, temples, and especially the spas will do the trick in making you feel recharged
Quebec Revel in this French-Canadian city’s snowcovered streets and candlelit dinners in hole-in-the-wall restaurants.
Marinduque Visit this heart-shaped Philippine island where it’s romantic, Santorini-inspired Bellarocca resort might just invite some
and ready for anything.
Batanes Instead of over-indulging on food, start a drastic lifestyle change. Busy yourself by jogging by the beach, doing some yoga, or taking surf lessons—the best revenge is having fun!
skinny dipping.
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YELP
www.yelp.com Need to know where the nearest ATM or coffee shop is? No need to yell for help with Yelp as it lists banks, cafes, restaurants, and more. Available in over 25 countries.
MILESTONES
SEPTEMBER 21, 1937 J.R.R. Tolkien’s fantasy novel The Hobbit was published. In 1938, it received an award for “best juvenile fiction” from The New York Herald Tribune and was a nominee of the Carnegie Medal. Initially launched with only 1,500 copies, it has since sold over 100 million copies today.
LOCAL
INTERNATIONAL
SEPTEMBER 5, 1976
SEPTEMBER 4, 1998
The Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) formally opens to host key events by the World Bank, APEC Summit, and the concert of the late tenor Luciano Pavarotti. The center was designed by Filipino National Artist in Architecture, Leandro V. Locsin.
Google was founded by Stanford University students Larry Page and Sergey Brin. Both worked on a digital and integrated library system at Stanford which had been the jump off point for the most widely-used search engine today.
SEPTEMBER 22, 1976 The Philippine national anthem, Lupang Hinirang (“chosen land”) and the now national flag are declared as official Philippine symbols by the government.
SEPTEMBER 7, 1979 Entertainment and Sports Programming Network or ESPN debuts. Anchors Lee Leonard and George Grande uttered these words on the first telecast, “If you love sports...if you really love sports, you’ll think you’ve died and gone to sports heaven.”
FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS
SEPTEMBER 12, 1973
SEPTEMBER 3, 1875
SEPTEMBER 13, 1916
Born in California, American actor Paul Walker played the lead in car racing film series The Fast and the Furious. Despite his macho image, he was active in charitable efforts and founded disaster-response organization Reach Out Worldwide. Ironically, he died in a car crash in 2013.
Ferdinand Porsche was born in Czech Republic. Apart from being the founder of the Porsche car company, he developed the Volkswagen Beetle’s first design and the Mercedes Compressor Sports Car. In 1999, Porsche was named “Car Engineer of the Century.”
British novelist Roald Dahl, who is known for children’s stories tinged with dark humor, was born in Wales, United Kingdom. His novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory was inspired by the chocolate company Cadbury, who used to send their new sweets to schools for childrens’ evaluation.
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IN THE KITCHEN Ice cream crinkle sandwich with candied bacon; and strawberry crunch ice cream waffle sandwich (INSET)
Sweet Reinvention
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The classic ice cream sandwich, reinvented in five ways The best desserts are usually those that take us back to a childhood memory: the orange-flavored popsicle that capped off a day at the pool or the banana split shared with your entire family. Let’s start with the ice cream sandwich. For most of us, this means vanilla ice cream in between two wafers. But have you ever tried it topped with bacon or potato chips? Or infused with flavors like calamansi (Philippine lime)? If you’re up to get creative, here are ice cream sandwich recipes reinvented by the chefs of the San Miguel Pure Foods Culinary Center. COFFEE PEANUT BUTTER ICE CREAM SANDWICH Ingredients: 10 pcs. Graham crackers 1 cup peanut butter 10 scoops Magnolia Ice Cream Best of the Philippines Coffee Crumble: 2 cups potato chips, semi-crushed Procedure: 1) Arrange 5 pieces of graham crackers on a tray. 2) Spread peanut butter on one side of the cracker. 3) Put 2 scoops of ice cream on each cracker. Sandwich this with another cracker then roll in potato chips. 4) Consume immediately. Makes 5 servings.
ICE CREAM CRINKLE SANDWICH WITH CANDIED BACON Ingredients: 6 scoops Magnolia Ice Cream Best of the Philippines Caramel Cashew Fudge 12 pcs. crinkles For the candied bacon: 1 (250 g) pack Purefoods Honeycured Bacon, chopped 1/4 cup brown sugar Procedure: 1) Sandwich a scoop of ice cream between 2 pieces of crinkles. Store in the freezer. 2) To make candied bacon: Cook bacon in pan over medium heat. Add sugar and mix. Allow to caramelize. Transfer bacon to a plate and let it cool completely. 3) Roll each ice cream sandwich on candied bacon. 4) Consume immediately. Makes 6 servings. STRAWBERRY CRUNCH ICE CREAM WAFFLE SANDWICH Ingredients: 10 scoops Magnolia Ice Cream Best of the Philippines Strawberry Shortcake 10 pcs. waffles 1 cup crushed peanut brittle Procedure: 1) Sandwich 2 scoops of ice cream between 2 pieces of waffles. 2) Roll each ice cream sandwich in peanut brittle. 3) Consume immediately. Makes 5 servings. 22
VANILLA-CITRUS ICE CREAM SANDWICH Ingredients: 1/2 cup store bought calamansi marmalade* 8 pcs. medium size lady fingers or broas (Philippine version of lady fingers) 16 scoops Magnolia Ice Cream Classic Vanilla 2 cups coconut flakes or desiccated coconut, toasted *alternative: any citrus marmalade Procedure: 1) Spread marmalade on the flat surface of each lady finger. 2) Sandwich 2 scoops of ice cream between 2 lady fingers. Press gently. 3) Roll each side of the ice cream sandwich on coconut flakes. 4) Consume immediately. Makes 4 servings. GOOEY CHOCO-BUTTERSCOTCH ICE CREAM SANDWICH Ingredients: 8 pcs. chocolate chip cookies 1 cup chocolate spread 4 scoops Magnolia Ice Cream Best of the Philippines Butterscotch 1/2 cup sprinkles or nuts Procedure: 1) Arrange 4 cookies on a tray. 2) Apply chocolate spread on the flat surface of the cookies. Sandwich this with another cookie then roll on sprinkles or nuts. 3) Consume immediately. Makes 4 servings.
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TRAVEL TIPS FROM LEFT: A vintage airstream trailer in Malibu, California (Airbnb); a tropical chic home in Bali (Roomorama); (INSET BELOW) an old smock windmill in rural Kent (Airnbnb)
Around the World in 80 Beds Stay in a treehouse or swap homes from the opposite side of the world—alternative accommodations will have you traveling the globe in a whole new way. By Michaela Lola Abrera
AIRBNB Locations: 190 countries Unique accommodations: Igloo in Austria; lighthouse in the USA; castle in the UK; treehouse overlooking the bay in San Francisco; even boats Price range: Around $100 to $500 plus 6 to 12 percent for confirmed bookings Airbnb is one of the most popular—if not most widely covered—alternative accommodation options. It functions like a social media site where users can send requests to rent out another person’s home for, in most cases, a fraction of hotel prices. They currently have 800,000 listings in more than 35,000 cities. The site’s usability and sheer amount of homes on offer make it favored among travelers and professionals. Gaelle Faure, a Paris-based journalist who travels five to six times a year, hasn’t booked a hotel or a hostel since trying out the site two years ago. AirBnB’s Lena Sönnichsen adds, “Guests are able to
feel that they are part of a local community rather than tourists. Living in an Airbnb is an opportunity to connect with locals, have a truly unique travel experience, and make connections all over the world.” 24
Modern minimalist in Montreal (Roomorama) and a tree sparrow house in Cornwall, UK (Airbnb)
ROOMORAMA Locations: 120,000 properties all over the world Unique accommodations: Luxury villa in Bali; studio and terrace on a plateau in Canada Price range: Around $29 (excluding security deposit) to $890 plus a guest booking fee AirBnB’s competitor, Roomorama, offers short-term rentals on apartments, rooms, and homes from authorized property managers. According to Jia En Teo, Roomorama’s COO and co-founder, “Roomorama focuses on instant confirmation, so one can see a place and book it immediately, rather than have to wait for a host to confirm availability before booking.” Another standout feature is it deals mostly with professional property managers, for greater quality assurance.
SAFETY TIPS Whether you’re a guest or a host, always find out as much as you can about the other party. Don’t just check reviews, ask for references. Make sure monetary exchanges are done through the agency and they have strict cancellation policies. Let people at home know your travel plans.
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TRAVEL TIPS FROM TOP: One of Home Exchange’s properties in Australia; an exotic home in Los Angeles (onefinestay)
OTHER NOTABLE SITES
BEHOMM.COM Exclusive to professionals in the creative industry. Home exchanges are free, but unfortunately, amateurs in the field are not eligible for membership.
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HOME EXCHANGE Locations: 150 countries Unique accommodations: Usually more traditional homes, apartments, and lofts Price range: $9.95/month for 1 year for membership “HomeExchange.com is [literally] ‘you stay in my home while I stay in yours’—sharing is sharing, and not renting,” says Alexandra Origet du Cluzeau, the website’s Global PR Director. It operates on a sense of trust and has been in the business since 1992. Members have to go through a verification process that “I love that I can find includes submitting IDs, credit card a [nice], affordable information, place [anywhere I address, social want to go]. This type network verification, and of transaction forces more. Unlike other booking platforms, the person offering the site only charges their home to believe a small membership fee and there are in the goodness and no direct monetary fairness of people and transactions between hosts and for [guests to] honor guests.
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ONEFINESTAY Locations: New
(mobile app) Specializes in listings in the Asia-Pacific region. Flexible for backpackers and high-end travelers.
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York, London, Los Angeles, and Paris Unique accommodations: A former violin factory in London; a beachfront home in Los Angeles Price range: Starts at $200 and up, plus an agency fee Onefinestay operates like a cross between a hotel and a sublet: you can experience the service and care of a traditional hotel, while living like a local. The site presents high-end member homes that are carefully curated. Each home comes with a list of city recommendations—available via iPhone app—created in collaboration with the homeowner. A stay includes being welcomed by an official “Meeter and Greeter,” quality linen and towels, luxury toiletries, a clean and tidy home, and even 24-hour service. n
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Useful for the likes of graduate students and professors. Many site members are affiliated with and have homes near top Ivy League universities.
COUCHSURFING.ORG Travelers or “couchsurfers” can connect with hosts and stay in their couch for free.
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TECHNOLOGY
Tinder Loving Care
THINGS THAT MESS UP A TINDER MATCH
VICTOR ANASTACIO gives the lovedown on dating in the time of Tinder. Illustrations by CLAUDINE DELFIN
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“It’s just like playing a game of hot-or-not.”
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GRINDR Used by: men looking for other men. Photos of other Grindr users indicate how near they are from you and if they’re online for a chance to meet. Speeding things up, distances are displayed in feet instead of miles.
HowAboutWe
HAPPN Save yourself from wondering if you’ll ever see that stranger again. Happn won’t reveal your current location, but it will present the places you’ve been to, and the users you’ve crossed paths with.
Operates on three quick steps: post a date idea, get it accepted by a user, and go out. The “how about we” can range from “grab a dinner at a castle” or “go skydiving at sunset.”
DON’T WAIT TOO LONG TO INITIATE A CHAT Hey pretty eyes! I noticed that u finally changed ur profile picture. [reply] Yup, just got married.
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Global Beauties Get to know who the global Filipina is from the recent Mutya ng Pilipinas pageant. By Haidee Martin-Provido Photos by Lito Sy
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to the Filipino community, as well as help promote the beauty of our country while learning more about my culture.” As a cost engineer, she hopes to use her skills to build an orphanage in the Philippines for underprivileged children. Kim Fyfe (Mutya Australia) resides in Geelong, Australia, but she imbibed Filipino cultures like mano (hand gesture used as a sign of respect to elders) and the sign of the cross. “I’d love to visit my mum’s hometown Dumaguete, the city of gentle people, and of course, all the beautiful beaches of the Philippines,” remarks the nursing and psychology student. “I would like to work in the field of public relations while trying to help people in need,” relates Mutya ng Germany, Deborah Humphner. The 22-year-old beauty is a natural dancer and has an eye for photography. With these talents, she hopes to make a difference. Humpfner is also a Mass Communications student from University of Wuzburg Germany and
If you’re blessed with the talent, utilize it to the fullest, be true to yourself and stay humble. It feels right to make the beautiful Philippines the creative source behind my art and designs,” shares Christina De Vries (Mutya Toronto), a former title holder in Miss Philippines of the World 2011. This vibrant runway model paints and creates jewelry. She hopes to give back to the country through her art by funding eco-tourism projects. Dorina Doerr was born and raised in Germany. “I decided to leave home and volunteer in the Philippines.” She discovered her Boholano side and became eager to make a small change in the world by actively supporting more charity projects. “I have always believed that we have to give more of ourselves to those who have less,” she affirms. Melbourne’s bet, Pauline Edralin, was only 10 years old when she left the Philippines. “I want to help, serve and reach out
Now on its 46th year, the Mutya ng Pilipinas (literally “jewel of the Philippines”) pageant is the pioneer of beauty tourism among countries within the greater Asia Pacific and the Middle East. It has honed true Filipina beauty queens that project the rich cultural heritage of the Philippines.
FROM LEFT: Kim Fyfe, Mutya ng Pilipinas 2nd runner-up; Britt Rekkedal, Mutya Scandinavia; Patrizia Bosco, Mutya ng Pilipinas Overseas Communities and Darling of the Press; (OPPOSITE PAGE) Mary Ryelle Espiritu, Mutya Arizona
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speaks German, English, French, Spanish, and Chinese. A beauty queen titleholder overseas, Britt Rekkedal won Best in Swimsuit and Best in Long Gown in Mutya ng Pilipinas Scandinavia and the Nordics 2013, respectively. Rekkedal is a model and chef from Volda, Norway, but she wants to pursue a TV hosting career in the Philippines. Her new crown “Mutya ng Nordic 2014” has changed her life. “Before I entered Mutya in 2013, I had lost my path. My dreams went out of my reach and I had lost all confidence. Craving for the stage, I have worked as hard as I can, to improve and be the best I can be,” she relates. Fil-Italian charmer Patrizia Bosco (Mutya Milan) speaks English, Italian, Spanish, German, French, and a little Japanese. She was also a 1st runner-up in Miss Philippines-Italy. A belly dancing aficionado, Patrizia was born in Italy
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but she always yearns to go back home in Iloilo City where her mother’s family resides. Bea Andrada (Mutya Canada) won Toronto’s Prettiest Filipina and Best in Smile in 2013. Given the chance, she would like to visit Davao to meet her dad’s relatives. As a Bioresearch Technology degree holder, Andrada also plans to share her knowledge in raising “awareness to the preservation of the Philippines’ beautiful resources especially those affected by typhoon and pollution.” As Miss Arizona Teen USA placer and Mutya ng Arizona delegate Mary Ryelle Espiritu can make a significant contribution to Philippine society. Espiritu is an aspiring medical doctor who shares, “I can be a role model and campaign different programs to help and support those living in poverty.” There are multiple roles that a Mutya elegantly fits, but ultimately, she celebrates culture and nationalism, embraces her femininity, accomplishes great feats, and is proud to be a Filipino. n
NEIGHBORHOOD SPOTLIGHT
Salcedo
For years, Manila residents have visited Salcedo Village for its Saturday market. But lately, a bevy of cool coffee shops and retro barbershops means you don’t have to wait for the weekend to head over. By Anika Ventura Illustrations By Ryan Kabigting
Forty-year-old restored barber chairs, vinyls like John Coltrane, and just the right amount of art on their walls makes Back Alley feel more like a creative den than a barbershop. Reviving the old school barber experience, avail of their signature facial and massage called the Hungover Treatment. Budget: Php250 for a basic cut Unit 1D Alpha Salcedo Condominium, Bautista corner Sanchez Street
Hungry or not, stalls selling items from bamboo linens, fresh flowers, international cuisine (Moroccan, Greek, Thai) to local fare—mostly home-cooked— make for a quintessential neighborhood experience. Held every Saturday from 7a.m. to 2p.m. Budget:Php 300 for a meal (Photos by Dakila Angeles)
“Ponti” has been getting people drunk for the past years but now another reason to visit is to eat. They have relaunched with updated interiors, new DJ nights, and a focus on fine Italian food. Budget: Php600/person
Jaime C. Velasquez Park along L.P. Leviste Street
2/F Antel Corporate Center, 121 Valero Street
Two words: man cave. Traditional barbers’ cuts are offered. Occasional pop-ups showcase menswear. A lounge area invites you to watch NBA games. And should you want a personal take on their bespoke tailoring services, the owners are usually around. Budget: Php250 for a basic cut, Php1,850 for a custom shirt. At the ground floor of the same building, locals are buzzing about Sofrito’s homecooked Puerto Rican food. Mezzanine A, LPL Mansion, 122 San Agustin Street
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Known for their classic Neapolitan-style, Margherita pizza and other experimental flavors. Fresh. Good value for money. Always packed for lunch and dinner. Try also their burrata, a ball of mozzarella skin filled with homemade kesong puti (cottage cheese) and salted egg pasta. Budget: Php250–350/person. Along Tordesillas Street, pop by Echo Store for sustainable fare in the form of a deli, café, and home and body products.
Martha Stewart, is that you? Mia De Lara and Kitty Bunag sell personally designed items (big bohemian dream catchers, printed tea towels, stationery) together with their unique travel finds here. Budget: Php300 and up for home décor, Php5,000 and up for furniture Unit 2J Crown Tower, 107 HV Dela Costa Street
G/F Finman Building, Bautista corner Tordesillas Street
A connoisseur coffee shop sans the “connoisseurs only” vibe. Toby’s is a franchise of an Australian brand which has its own coffee farm in Panama. For non-coffee drinkers, their Mocha is a deal breaker. Breakfast is popular too. Budget: Php120 and up for coffee, Php500 for a whole meal G/F, V Corporate Center, 125 L.P. Leviste Street
Diners would previously drive to C’s first branch in Clark, Pampanga just for their panizza. Find out what’s behind all the fuss—the panizza is made of slices of thin crust pizza rolled around fresh arugula and alfalfa sprouts. Budget: Php650–760 per panizza (for sharing)
Sample coffee from Philippine farms which include origins like Sagada and Mindanao. Food is made from organic and sustainable ingredients. Come happy hour, switch to their crafts beers and cocktails. Budget: Php100 and up for coffee G/F, Liberty Plaza, 102 H.V. Dela Costa Street
L’Ermitage Apartments, 115 L.P. Leviste corner Toledo Street
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China’s Under-the-Radar City A weekend guide to getting to know Guangzhou. By Marco Torres
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eijing took center stage during the 2008 Olympics. Shanghai had the world’s eyes during the 2010 World Expo. Guangzhou, China’s third largest city, is no longer playing third fiddle. As it showed in the last Asian Games, it is more than ready for the world. Guangzhou offers a myriad of possibilities—from culture to shopping— but it is ultimately the place to enjoy Chinese food. There are more restaurants per capita here than any other place in the Middle Kingdom. DAY 1 Morning If you didn’t get a free map at the airport,
The Canton Tower and Liede Bridge light up the skyline of Guangzhou at night. Photo by tunart
take one from your hotel. Mark down all the places you plan to visit and have your concierge write them down in Chinese. Very few people speak English here. Guangzhou offers great deals for the budget-conscious. Many 5-star hotels are just US$100 a night, but cheaper options still abound. Try Guangdong Victory Hotel in Shamian Island, or Guangzhou Baiyun Hotel in Yuexiu District (RMB400 or $65 per night). Start off by getting a taste of the local culture. Head to the Yuexiu Park and strike a pose with the Five Ram sculpture, the city’s main symbol. Stroll around the grounds to see Zhenhai Tower and the ancient Ming Dynasty City Wall. Zhenhai 34
Tower, built in 1380, currently functions as the Guangzhou Museum. It has beautiful views at the top (RMB10/$1.65). Cross over to the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King. This Qing dynasty tomb has over 2000-year-old relics that were not discovered until 1983. Further south is the Temple of the Six Banyan Trees, which dates back to the sixth century. It houses the 17-story Flowering Pagoda. Afternoon Have a hearty lunch of dim sum. Panxi Restaurant on Longjin Road is not too far. Many consider this garden-inspired restaurant the best in the city. From old Guangzhou, step into the mod-
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48 HOURS The ultra-modern Guangzhou Opera House. (INSET) Pearl River Delta (Photo by Yuanchang Wang)
ern. Stroll along Huacheng Park (Flower City Square) in Zhujiang New Town, which has some of the world’s newest architectural wonders, including the Guangzhou IFC, the Guangzhou Opera House, and the Provincial Museum. The intergalactic-looking Guangzhou Opera House is among the world’s top 60 most visited landmarks. Catch a performance or join one of its weekend tours to see its interiors (RMB50/$8.10). Now, if you’re feeling adventurous, scale the Canton Tower, the world’s second tallest tower—RMB150 ($24.25) gets you all the way to the top. Aside from marveling at Guangzhou’s cityscape from the observatory, there are activities for daredevils: the Bubble Tram, a transparent carriage slowly circling the tower; the Sky Drop, a quick, over-a-second, 30-meter fall; and the Spider Walk, an open-air staircase towering many meters above ground. For the less extreme, you can have coffee or dine in one of its two revolving restaurants. And to celebrate the tower’s inclusion in the latest Transformers movie, statues of Optimus Prime and Bumble Bee, too, will be
on display until September 30. If you don’t feel like the climb, opt to be enthralled by the world-class Chimelong Circus instead, which has a 5 p.m. Saturday matinee (RMB350/$56.70). Evening You haven’t really been to Guangzhou until you’ve cruised the Pearl River Delta. View Guangzhou’s historical and new architectural marvels in their shiniest moment. Get a ticket on the top deck for best views (RMB48– 88/$7.75–14.25; www. chinadiscover.net). For dinner, Lei Garden at the IFC, Zhujiang New Town, has some of the best Cantonese seafood. It may be a little pricey here, but the food is well worth it (RMB400/$64.75 for two).
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Revolucion at Zhujiang New Town serves sizzling cocktails literally flaming up the bar. Check out also the29 in Yuexiu District, which serves original cocktails in a stylish setting. If you still feel like partying, TrueCOLOR in Yuexiu may be snooty, but it’s where you’ll find Guangzhou’s loveliest. If you want to party like a local, Baby Face in Yan Jiang Lu is as good as it gets. DAY 2 Morning Start your day early with coffee at the stylish and cozy Kui Garden Gallery in Xuguyuan Lu in Yuexiu District. This CHINA’S HIGHEST-GROSSING FILM EVER Aside from destroying buildings in Hong Kong, the recent Transformers movie also shattered the previous China box-office record held by Avatar. Guangzhou’s Canton Tower is seen in the film.
Chimelong Paradise and Water Park; one of its attractions called “The Tornado” (INSET)
Afternoon 1922-built Western structure has been restored Guangzhou has some of the to its former glory and is now a quaint art galworld’s largest amusement lery. parks. Chimelong Paradise Next, visit the Chen Clan Academy, an anand Water Park is great for cestral temple built by the Chen family to raise the young, but it’s best to an academically superior clan. It now serves as the Guangdong Museum of Folk Arts and Crafts. avoid its long weekend queues. For animal lovers, ChimeCompleted in 1894, the temple is one of the finlong Xiangjiang Safari Park est examples of classic Guangdong architecture. If you’re in shopping mode, (RMB280/$45.35) is a huge sanchead toward nearby Xiguan EAT-ALL-YOU-CAN tuary with vast wildlife, including Antique Street for some interCULTURE China’s well-loved giant pandas. esting shabby finds. To sightIf you would rather go shopsee, go to Shamian Island, a ping, while away the afternoon at great respite from the urban Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street, jungle. This former British a narrow strip of historic buildand French concession area ings with countless shops offering is a great showcase of neothe best bargains. Tianhe Disclassical architecture. While trict CBD Shopping Center is there, check out the gothicconsidered Guangzhou’s premier style Church of Our Lady of It is often said that Cantonese shopping address with several Lourdes—it’s like seeing the people “eat anything that has multi-story malls: Teem Mall, Notre Dame of Paris. four legs other than a table, Grandview Mall, Grandbuy Head to any of the seafood anything that flies other than Mall, Onelink Mall, and Tai markets in Panyu for lunch. an airplane, and anything that swims other than a submarine.” Koo Hui all in one place. The Cantonese are obsessed To end your 48-hour rendezwith freshness, so you’ll see hundreds of aquariums where you can choose vous in Guangzhou, treat yourself to one of the your seafood before having it cooked. Prices are city’s “it” restaurants. Wilber’s serves five-course normally around RMB60 ($9.75), but they can go European meals (RMB350 or $56.75 per person) higher for crabs. For something more straightin a three-story colonial building with chic modern interiors (www.wilber.com.cn/bar/en). n forward, try Bing Sheng Restaurant. This popular but reasonably priced dim sum spot has several branches in the city. 37
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CITY GUIDE
Splurge Versus Save in Shanghai How to get the best of both worlds in China’s financial capital. By Marco Torres There’s a slew of contradictions that describe the magnificence that is Shanghai. One minute, you’re enjoying afternoon tea in colonial 1920s China; the very next, you’re sipping a cocktail gazing at the skyline of the future. So whatever your taste, Shanghai’s got something for you.
Dinner with a view at New Heights
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CITY GUIDE FROM TOP: Bric-a-bracs at Dongtai Lu Street (photo by Justin Ventura); al fresco dining at Mr. & Mrs. Bund
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WHERE TO EAT SHANGHAI’S MOST FAMOUS DELICACY, THE XIAO LONG BAO DinTaiFung prides itself in creating soupy dumplings with the thinnest wrap (about RMB50 or $8 for 10 pieces). Nanxiang Xiaolong at the Yu Garden has all the locals queuing. RMB20 ($3.25) for 8 pieces. Hole-in-the-wall restaurants all over the city, like the Shanghai institution, Jiajia Tang, are just as good and sell them unbelievably cheap. WHERE TO BRUNCH The Westin, Le Royal Meridien, and the Shangri-la Hotels offer indulgent champagne brunches for RMB600 ($97) and up. Ferguson Lane seems to exist for brunch, and has different establishments offering set menus. From RMB138 ($22.30). Kommune at Tianzifang is artsy and great for café au lait or a bloody mary. From RMB100 ($16.25). Lynn Modern Shanghai Cuisine in Xikang Lu is Shanghai contemporary chic and has an unbeatable eat-all-you-can weekend dumplings deal for RMB88 ($14.25). WHERE TO DINE AT THE BUND Mr. & Mrs. Bund of Paul Pairet, the only restaurant in Shanghai to break into Pellegrino’s World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2013 list, serves fine French food, family-style. M on the Bund, the pioneer of restaurants on The Bund, is still going strong and should be ticked off from every luxe visitor’s checklist. Mr. and Mrs. Bund is easier on the wallet after a night of partying. From 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. Thursday to Saturday, set meals start at RMB250 ($40.50)— for a Paul Pairet, that’s a steal. New Heights at Three on the Bund serves contemporary cuisine with an Asian touch and is slightly more affordable than its neighbors. From RMB200 ($32.35).
(red braised pork) that the locals will attest to. From RMB80 ($13). Shanghai Uncle has several branches and is perfect for lively, big groups. Try their pork spare ribs. From RMB100 ($16.25). WHERE TO HAVE A DRINK Vue Bar at Hyatt on the Bund has jacuzzis, potent martinis, and the best terrace views. El Coctel is an intimate, dark, cozy lounge that takes its old-fashioned, high-quality drinks seriously. Le Cafe des Stagiaires in Yongkang Lu or anywhere in Yongkang Lu for that matter. Dive bars like I Love Shanghai El Coctel Windows, and C’s abound in Shanghai. These are cheap places to load up on booze (starting at RMB20 or $3.25) though it’s best to stick to the beers. WHERE TO PARTY Bar Rouge on the Bund is a mainstay in “The World’s Best Bars” List year in and year out. M1NT is strictly “Member’s Only” but if you have RMB3,000 ($485.50) to book a table, its doors will open wide for you.
WHERE TO EAT SHANGHAINESE 1221 is the choice of expats for its lighter local cuisine. From RMB150 ($24.25). Jesse (Xinjishi) offers Shanghainese food so good that it spawned several branches in Shanghai. From RMB150 ($24.25). Ruifuyuan in Maoming Nan Lu has home-style classics like hongshao rou n LUXE
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SHANGHAI 101
Regardless of your budget, begin with the mandatories for every Shanghai visitor:
Yu Garden (Photo by Justin
Ventura)
Visit the Yuyuan Garden, Shanghai’s most popular cultural landmark followed by souvenir shopping at Qing Dynasty Old Street in Fangbang Road. Gaze into the future from The Bund. Stroll at the new Bund promenade, take the evening cruise, or party late at night and enjoy the free light show from the towers. Cross from Puxi to Pudong, in a weirdly, amusing psychedelic time machine, The Bund Sightseeing Tunnel (RMB70 or $11.50 round trip). Then scale either the Pearl TV Tower, Jin Mao, or Shanghai World Financial Center. Explore the Jade Buddha Temple or JingAn Temple, two of Shanghai’s active monasteries. Be enthralled by some of the world’s best acrobats at the Era Acrobat Show.
Kommune in Tianzifang
CITY GUIDE SHANGHAI IN FILM
Way before Skyfall, Transformers, Mission Impossible, and Godzilla showed the city’s modern wonders, Marlene Dietrich (Shanghai Express, 1931) and Madonna (Shanghai Surprise, 1986) filmed Hollywood movies in Shanghai.
SHANGHAI APPS
HiShanghai (free). Popular with local expats. Provides metro and Shanghai event information. Its taxi card has addresses written in Chinese for showing to cab drivers.
The Shanghai Metro Guide by RGuide (free). Includes interactive maps, station information, estimated traveling times, and a journey planner among many other features.
The Apartment. This chill place has everyone moving to the beat close to midnight. Craft. This not-so-easy-to-find vodka bar on the south wing of Donglu Hotel may be small in size, but it’s big on action.
East Nanjing Road is part of the world’s busiest shopping street and is a great place for bric-a-bracs. Qing Pu Lu, a.k.a. “Cheap Street,” houses four colossal buildings of bargain fashion finds.
WHAT TO BUY For a custommade silk qipao (cheongsam), go where movie stars go: Chang Le and Mao Ming Roads. From RMB1,880 ($304.25). Off the rack qipao at Yuyuan Market or custom-made at the Fabric Market costs less than RMB180 ($29.25). Vintage items at the Antique Market are also great finds.
WHERE TO STAY The Waldorf Astoria Shanghai. A heavyweight on history and heritage, this Shanghai Gentleman’s The Apartment Club has been restored to its former glory. The Park Hyatt. The world’s second highest hotel in the iconic Shanghai World Financial Center exists for those who want only the finest. If you book early, you can get rooms with reliable brands like Novotel, Sofitel, Fraser and Hilton from RMB600 to RMB1,000 ($97–162). JI, Hanting, and Motel 168 are all over the city and start as low as RMB200 ($32.50). n
WHERE TO SHOP Plaza 66 at Nanjing Road, IAPM Mall on HuaiHai Road, and IFC Mall in Lujiazui are teeming with the world’s most luxurious brands sold with China’s high duties. Tianzifang in the French Concession area is a stylish shopping enclave with art, crafts, and cafés for the chic and the trendy.
People’s Square in Nanjing Road (Photo by Justin Ventura)
Waldorf Astoria’s Club Atrium
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OUT OF THE BOX
Upside down world at Salon de Ning, Peninsula Shanghai
7 Outrageous Shanghai Experiences
BEST FOR RETAIL THERAPY
Spend $400 for dinner followed by a cocktail with sharks. It may be over-the-top, but that’s why we love Shanghai. By Marco Torres
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skyscraper contains a library on the top floor. There’s also a certain bookshelf that leads to a secret room—the kind you find in mystery novels.
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Crane your neck at Salon de Ning’s upside-down room. Hidden in the basement of the Peninsula Shanghai is a decadent 1930s Shanghai bar with a perplexing room that has a fireplace, bookcases, and other décor anchored on the ceiling.
Have an avant-garde dinner at Paul Pairet’s Ultraviolet. At RMB3,000 ($485.75) per person, this 20-course multi-sensory dinner for 10 could be your finest meal ever. Each course is enhanced with taste-tailored lights, sounds, music, scents, projections, images... and food. See the peepholes in Waterhouse at South Bund. Call it creepy or curious. Each of the 19 rooms in this warehouse-turnedhotel has peepholes to the corridors inspired by the residential alleyways of olden days where neighbors would peep into each other’s houses.
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Visit the world’s longest laundry chute at the Grand Hyatt Shanghai. Dirty laundry drops down 85 floors (400 meters) daily to the basement at the Jin Mao Tower. Get a partial feel of this by heading to the 56th floor and counting the floors above the world’s second largest atrium.
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Read at the world’s highest library at JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai. The 60-story
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Shanghai has more commercial shopping than anywhere in mainland China; even more than Shenzhen and Guangzhou, where most of the world’s goods are made.
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Party with Jaws at M1NT. A long, large tank with eerie-looking sharks in the entryway makes for an interesting table topic at this members-only club.
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SPOTLIGHT
Where to Pretend You’re a Local in LA A TV producer, a Stylist, and an Artist share where sandwiches are named after customers and bars have secret entrances. By Lori Blackburn Manhattan Beach Pier (courtesy of Discover LA)
ANGELINA SBERNA, STYLIST AND BEACH MOM
the Westside. People say I’m like a concierge because I always know where to direct them.”
Scene: South Bay + Westside
Visiting during a winter heatwave? Diane’s Beachwear is casual beach chic. Looking for a sophisticated sunset dinner? Penthouse is an airy ultra lounge with spectacular views. Want your kids to learn about California marine life? Visit the Aquarium of the Pacific, an interactive modern aquarium with restaurants nearby.
In LA, a beach isn’t just a beach. There’s the South Bay’s laid-back surf communities, Venice Beach’s urban bohemia, and Santa Monica’s cosmopolitan shores. Sberna explains, “The South Bay is my hometown, but I love hanging out on Photo by Rick Ralph
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SPOTLIGHT
Cliff-side dining at Nelson’s in Terranea
These days, people prefer living in areas with walkable amenities. Leave the car and go mega shopping at the new Santa Monica Place, a new indooroutdoor mall. Afterwards, stroll to the Third Street Promenade for casual dining and street performers. For a high-end beach experience, walk along Ocean Avenue to either the sweeping Casa del Mar or intimate Shutters on the Beach hotels. Their lobbies offer incredible views, a stylish atmosphere, and evening music. The South Bay has a great familyoriented
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environment. Explore Terranea Resort’s landscaped paths for big ocean views. This fancy cliff-side hotel welcomes non-guests too. It’s exciting that Manhattan Beach recently gained attention as a top food scene. Grab the freshest seafood at Fishing with Dynamite, a happening oyster and raw bar. Next door, Post serves up award-winning comfort food and has a buzzing bar scene. Across the street, East meets West at Little Sister’s lively restaurant. The great thing about daytime beach dining is that sandals and sand are acceptable almost anywhere! Rent bikes at Hermosa Cyclery to cruise The Strand—an oceanfront path connecting the beach cities. It even reaches Venice Beach where Hotel Erwin’s rooftop bar has blankets and heat lamps for chilly nights. Enjoy the view then head to Abbot Kinney Boulevard for hip restaurants and shopping.
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Sunset sessions at the rooftop of Hotel Erwin; scenes from Hollywood Farmer’s Market
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Farmer’s Market every Sunday. Burn off those calories while gaining insider knowledge at an Urban Adventure “Hidden Hollywood” walking tour.
Scene: Hollywood + East Side
Just minutes from the Hollywood Walk of Fame, enjoy Griffith Park’s mountain greenery. At Sunset Valley Ranch, horseback ride past the famous Hollywood sign. Opt for a ranch-style BBQ or ride to a margarita dinner. Visit the iconic Griffith Observatory for a planetarium show or stargaze through the high-tech telescopes. Movies ranging from Rebel without a Cause to Charlie’s Angels were shot here. Feeling musical? Watch a concert at the scenic Greek Theatre. Pre-order a picnic basket filled with wine and snacks.
My turf encompasses Hollywood, Franklin Village, Los Feliz, and Silverlake. Many residents have affluent jobs in the entertainment industry with handsome salaries to match an upscale, urban lifestyle. Dig into the local scene by grabbing breakfast amid street musicians and fresh produce at Hollywood
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SPOTLIGHT FROM TOP: No Vacancy’s cool, vintage design; dinner, drinks, and chit-chat at La Poubelle
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La Poubelle, a French bar-restaurant in Franklin Village, attracts an eclectic crowd of hipsters and celebrities. Walk this happening neighborhood and catch an Upright Citizens Brigade comedy show. Vintage décor at Hollywood’s No Vacancy pays tribute to its previous life as a historic hotel. This bar has a magical, secret entrance and cool entertainment. Enjoy $5 grilled cheese sandwiches, but arrive before 10 p.m. to avoid the line. Next door at sexy speakeasy Dirty Laundry, a DJ spins in the backroom where you’re sure to sit next to some young celebs.
Around here, you’ll also see lots of fashion shoots, and filming, just creative people doing their thing daily. The Arts District has a strong sense of community, especially in neighborhood restaurants where owners and patrons become friends.
Catch a no-frills band at the famous Piano Bar. For a more upscale experience, the beautiful Pantages Theater offers Broadway musicals and concerts. My girlfriends and I love dressing up in classic Hollywood vintage attire for shows. It makes for an authentic night of Hollywood entertainment!
Tony’s Saloon looks like a dive bar, but it’s a neighborhood favorite filled with interesting people—models, artists, musicians, and fashion industry individuals. Bar Manager Tim Heller is known for incredible cocktails.
The Daily Dose Café is a former alley but is now like an Italian garden with fantastic food. Fernandez shares, “recently, Starkisl the founder, temporarily named a sandwich ‘The Fausto Fernandez’ after me. I thought that was special.”
If you want a nice sit-down dinner, Church and State serves first-rate French food. Alternatively, Bestia offers rustic Italian fare in a cool warehouse. They are known for curing their own meats.
FAUSTO FERNANDEZ, ARTIST Scene: Downtown LA + Arts District Among Art Deco façades, artists’ lofts, and exciting urban dining, Downtown LA burns bright. Fernandez Photo by Sarah Shreves shares, “I live in an industrial area called the Arts District located just east of Downtown LA. There are many incredible, but inconspicuous artist studios behind rolled-up gates. They’re easy to miss unless you know the community.”
Downtown LA (DTLA) has many cultural attractions. Big venues like the Natural History Museum is perfect for families while Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) gives Art Talks about current exhibits. The Walt Disney Concert Hall offers quality classical music and architecture. You can also check out The Music Center for DTLA’s thriving theater, ballet, and opera in beautiful venues. n
Check out street murals by world-renowned artists like EL Mac and Kofie on Mateo Street and 7th Street. Explore art exhibits at The Mistake Room and CES Contemporary.
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French bistro Church and State (ABOVE) and fresh pizza handmade everyday at Pizzanista in downtown LA (Photo by Julia Sherman)
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SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL FEATURE.
LOCAL HAPPENINGS
Festival Preview: Bacolod’s Masskara Next month, the city will be bathed in a sea of colors and smiling faces.
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or such a colorful and vibrant festival, MassKara has unexpected beginnings from a low point in the city’s history. It was the 1970s and Bacolod’s sugar industry was crashing. It didn’t help that a ship carrying many locals also sank during that time. The local government, together with civic groups, seeing that there’s nowhere else to go but up, organized a festival that would raise the local’s spirits. That was the birth of the MassKara Festival, whose name literally means “a multitude of faces.” Since then, the city has risen from the troubled times and the annual MassKara Festival has continued to be one of the Philippines’ most anticipated festivals. This coming October, Bacolod is dishing out another series of exciting events for the festival. Here are the highlights: MassKara by the Sea (October 12; 6:30p.m.), which will take place at the pier, will showcase boats decked
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Different schools and towns battle it out for the best Masskara dance. Photos by Rob Pinzon
and lit with masks. A street dancing competition (October 17 to 18) among schools and barangays (villages) will include drumbeaters this year. Meanwhile, head over to MassKaraLand where the entire Lacson Tourism Strip will be closed from October 16 to 19 for nonstop parties. Whatever your taste, you can choose among five to seven stages each featuring a different music genre. If you want to see embellished floats, catch the Charter Day Parade on October 19. The electric dance parade on the evening of October 19 is also worth checking out—floats and dancers,
dressed in lit up costumes, will parade down Lacson Strip, Mardi Gras-style. Other activities will keep the Philippine spirit of bayanihan (brotherhood) alive, such as sports festivals and medical missions. And to spread the fun, the local government will bring a taste of the MassKara Festival to other rural areas for locals who won’t be able to travel to the city. These 10 randomly chosen areas will be given a festive show just for one night, ringing true to Masskara as a celebration for “a multitude of faces.” n
Since then, the city has risen from the troubled times and the annual MassKara Festival has continued to be one of the Philippines’ most anticipated festivals.
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DISTANCE: 298 MM MILES FLIGHT TIME: 1:10 HOURS
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CONVERSATIONS Art District in Lopues Mandalagan area
My Bacolod Born and raised in Bacolod, JP Anglo is one of the Philippines’ rising chefs today. Having traveled extensively and with an educational background from Le Cordon Bleu, for him, Bacolod has the best cuisine in southern Philippines. Photos by Erwin Lim
WHAT IS YOUR FONDEST MEMORY OF FOOD IN BACOLOD? When my lolo (grandfather) was alive, he used to take my cousins and me to the beach for Bisaya lechon manok (native roast chicken) and sisi (baby oysters). Also in my lola’s (grandmother) house. My aunt who lived there was a really good Chinese cook, and she was always making dishes for special occasions. It didn’t matter if the meals were simple or special. It’s always about the memories you create when you’re with people. For me, it was my family. WHICH PLACES WOULD YOU TAKE YOUR FRIENDS TO IN BACOLOD? Some people would probably take guests to the Gaston Mansion or The Ruins, but I would take them to Claudia Schulze’s house (by invitation only). They still cook in the old Spanish way. They have really good callos, which they call “pata con garbanzos (stewed pork knuckles with
chickpeas),” and since they own their own cattle and meat shop, Sant Jordi Meats, they always have a lot of beef. Secondly, I would bring them to Hinigaran City, which is 40 minutes away from [Bacolod], for the best pork chop from Kalan-an sa Higad Dalan. They only marinate it with salt, pepper, soy sauce, calamansi juice, and a little MSG, but since their meat is fresh, it’s so delicious! I always drive out there whenever I go home. DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE PLACE IN BACOLOD THAT’S NOT TYPICALLY A TOURIST DESTINATION? Louisa’s Fried Chicken on Narra St. It’s a hole-in-the-wall and they only have six items on the menu. A Chinese family owns and runs it. In fact, they’re the ones behind the counter and sometimes serving you.
Chef JP Anglo (Photo by Sonny Thakur)
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WHERE SHOULD TRAVELERS GO TO EXPERIENCE THE NIGHTLIFE IN BACOLOD?
There’s Art District in the Lopues Mandalagan area. It’s a bunch of little bars with pocket sections, so you get to mingle with everyone in that pocket and it becomes one big party. Secondly, Mu Shu. Our cocktails and bar chow are what separate us from the other bars. We’ve been having DJ events and band nights since 2007. It’s the place where everyone knows everyone’s name. IT’S BEEN SAID THAT BACOLOD HAS THE BEST CUISINE IN THE COUNTRY. WHERE DO YOU ATTRIBUTE THIS? Bacolod is only one of the best cuisines in the country; it probably is in the South, but North? Pampanga hails supreme! The sugar industry in Bacolod is what most Spaniards stayed [longer] for in Negros, and in turn, Bacolod’s food became grand and elaborate because of the Spanish influences, which can be still be seen in its cuisine and culture. WHAT SOUVENIRS WOULD YOU GIVE FROM BACOLOD? Virgie’s Mango tart and butterscotch, Kat-Kat’s dulce gatas (sweet milk), Pendy’s Half-moon cakes, Felicia’s ensaymada (bread roll topped with butter, sugar, and cheese) n
CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Owner Gemma Porras-Nijssen of Museum Cafe; a spread of the freshest seafood from Aboy’s; pritchon from Mu Shu
CHEF’S PICKS Pritchon (suckling pig in wrappers) and sizzling kansi: Mu Shu on 20th Lacson St. Best batchoy (pork noodle soup): 21 Restaurant at 21st Lacson St. For grilled seafood: Aboy’s in Liroville Subd., Singcang
Crispy kansi (a twist on the native dish of beef broth): Sharyn’s at C-58 Narra Avenue, Capitol Shopping Center Inasal (grilled chicken marinated with lemongrass): Bernadette’s (#16 Reclamation Area) has an open-air dining area, while Chicken House on #24 Lacson St. has a more sophisticated flavor—both are equally good!
Best sandwiches: Museum Café on Gatuslao St.
Kilawin (ceviche): Good kilawin is an art, and Enteng’s on Lacson St. has pretty much perfected it.
Best chocolate cakes in the country: Felicia’s at Doll Bldg., 6th St., and Calea at Lourdes - C Bldg., Lacson St.
Mushroom siomai (dumpling): Maipao on 6th St.
Enteng’s Kilawin
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ROUGH IT UP
Choose Your Own Adventure In Iloilo With heritage, highland getaways, and cave adventures, this province never fails to impress. By Edgar Alan Zeta-Yap
Imoy Falls in Camandag village is an ideal place to try waterfall rappelling. Discover more than a dozen cascades like Alindasan Falls (INSET) in Bucari Area. Photos courtesy of Leon Tourism Office
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Perched on a mountaintop in Barangay Bacolod, Pineridge Bucari (www.casafiammetta.com) is a ranch-style spa resort where you can dine and unwind with commanding views of a lush pine valley. Adventurous souls can hit the hiking trails to the numerous cascades in the area like Combong Falls and Imoy Falls, where natural cold water pools provide muchneeded respite after exploring on foot.
hen you find yourself in Boracay, why not take a tour of the nearby province of Iloilo? Its new attractions will make your stopover worthwhile.
Drive Toward Foggy Rice Terraces, Pine Forests, and Waterfalls As your vehicle climbs past terraced rice paddies and decades-old pine forests, you may soon feel you are traveling in the Philippine Cordilleras instead of Iloilo. Welcome to Bucari Area, Iloilo’s cool, highland region. Here, there’s fresh produce to enjoy along the way. The mild climate and fertile soil allow local farmers to grow vegetables, bananas, strawberries, and the sweetest mangoes. Whether it’s for rest or recreation, all roads lead to Bucari.
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Traipse through the misty rice terraces and vegetable gardens of Bucari village (Photo courtesy of Leon Tourism Office); a demitasse of thick chocolate prepared the traditional way at Camiña Balay nga Bato (INSET)
and Information Office located at the town plaza, before heading to Bucari Area, which is another hour away.
Indulge in Traditional Hot Chocolate at a Colonial Mansion Imagine yourself as a 19th-century merchant at Camiña Balay nga Bato, a wellpreserved ancestral mansion established in 1860. You’ll get a dose of fine colonial history and architecture and a delectable Ilonggo merienda (local light meal). The two-story colonial balay nga bato (stone house) was built by Fernando Avanceña, a businessman who grew wealthy
from farming and textile weaving. The house’s first floor was once an almacen (warehouse) and weaving area that produced colorful patadyong (loose cotton skirts). On the second level you’ll find unique details like a massive, Japanese-style main door, a stamped tin ceiling, and floral motif transoms. The tour ends at the dining room with the in-house specialty, authentic tsokolate espresso—a thick and creamy chocolate drink—stirred with a wooden whisk in a cast-iron pot, then gingerly poured into a demitasse, where biscocho (baked bread) or mamon tostado (toasted sponge cake) are dipped. You can also try locally sourced snacks like kutsinta (sticky rice cake) and pancit molo, a pork wonton soup that originated from the neighboring district. HOW TO GET HERE
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for Arevalo District. House tours start at Php150 ($3.45) per person. +63 921 738 6491
Go on a Caving Expedition For spelunking adventures, head to the 854-hectare Bulabog Puti-an National Park in the municipality of Dingle. This forest reserve is littered with limestone outcrops and cave systems that are home to long-tailed macaques, junglefowls, endemic snails, and several bat species. You will be accompanied by a park ranger in this expedition, where a 40-year-old mining trail flanked by towering century-old dao (Pacific walnut) trees will lead you to the caves. Among the 34 caves in the nature preserve, only a dozen or so have been explored, and even fewer are open to tourists. The most visited caves are Maestranza, Tuko, and Guizo. A hideout for Ilonggo guerillas during the Philippine-American War, Maestranza Cave was the headquarters and ammunition factory of Francisco Jalandoni,
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The grand sala (living room) of Camiña Balay nga Bato boasts of hardwood floors, stamped-tin ceiling and fine transoms.
a local revolutionary leader who left behind patriotic graffiti, written in Spanish and etched on the cave walls. The most exciting experience in Bulabog Puti-an, however, would be exploring Guizo Cave, the largest cave system in the park. It harbors impressive limestone formations like the smallish Tuko Cave and a thriving ecosystem including giant crickets and—hold on to your buddy—an endemic species of orange dwarf tarantula. This
extensive cave is also home to 18 species of bats. Time to test the true gung ho traveler! HOW TO GET HERE
Dingle (pronounced “ding-leh”) is an hour away from Jaro. Alternatively, buses traveling
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伊洛伊洛各式冒险活动待您前来体验 无论是历史遗产、高原出游或洞穴探险， 这省份总让人留下深刻印象。 作者EDGAR ALAN ZETA-YAP
在殖民时期的宅邸享受美味香醇的传统热 可可 试着幻想自己是一名19世纪的Camiña Balay nga Bato商人，身在建于1860年一 栋保存完好的祖传豪宅中。里头不止蕴藏 着丰富的殖民时期历史，其建筑风格和美 味的伊洛美食有待您去发掘。 此两层楼高的殖民石屋是由一位从事农业 和纺织业，名为Fernando Avanceña的富 商所建。参观完毕，游客可到饭厅享受当 地特产：一杯醇厚的巧克力饮料配烤面包 或烘烤松糕。 路程引导 Camiña Balay nga Bato位于伊洛伊洛市 Arevalo区，Osmeña街20号。从市中心前往 Villa(Arevalo区的另一个名称)。参观门 票为每人150比索（3.45美金）。联络电 话：+63 921 738 6491
驱车前往雾中梯田、松林以及瀑布 当您的车子越过水稻梯田和几十年的老 松林时，您会瞬间感觉自己身在菲律宾 的科迪勒拉山系而不是伊洛伊洛。欢迎 光临Bucari区，伊洛伊洛的清凉高原地 带，这里设有各种休憩度假或娱乐消遣设 施。Pineridge Bucari位于Bacolod村的山 顶上，是一家农庄式水疗度假村，是您放 松身心的理想之地。若想来点刺激的可游 览Combong 瀑布和 Imoy 瀑布。那里的大 自然冷水池可帮您洗去一身的疲惫。 路程引导 Leon市中心距离Jaro或 Pavia约45分钟。 抵达 Leon后需向位于城市广场的市政旅 游和信息办公室进行登记，然后才前往 Bucari 区，时需1个小时。 挑战洞穴探险 若爱好洞穴探险，可前往座落于Dingle的 854公顷Bulabog Puti-an 国家公园体验。 这森林保护区散布着石灰石岩层和洞穴体 系，是长尾猕猴、原鸡、特种蜗牛以及数
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个蝙蝠 种类的栖息地。 在这次的探险之旅中，该公园管理员将伴 随游客左右。往洞穴的路上会经过40公里 长的老矿区小道，冠盖高耸的百年太平洋 核桃树立于道路两旁。 Maestranza、Tuko 以及Guizo皆是访客量最多的洞穴。 Guizo洞是公园内最大的洞穴体系，因此会 带给游客最激动人心的探索体验。里头藏 着令人印象深刻的石灰岩地层，如：较小 的Tuko洞和蓬勃的生态系统，其中包括： 巨大的蟋蟀、特种橙色侏儒狼蛛。
路程引导 Dingle距离Jaro一个小时。游客可选择乘 坐向北行驶的公交车，从伊洛市至罗哈斯 （Roxas）或卡利波或者在市镇下车，然后 转搭三轮车或摩托车至Bulabog Puti-an 国家公园的入口处。
ISLAND HOPPING
Delicious Detour Only a short boat ride from Iloilo City, the lovely island of Guimaras should be your next sweet escape. By Edgar Alan Zeta-Yap
Fifty-year-old mango trees sprawl across the National Mango Research & Development Center.
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s quick and easy as taking a jeepney ride, it takes only 15 minutes—and only Php14—for a pumpboat to whisk you away from the downtown sprawl of Iloilo to the pastoral pleasures of Guimaras. Wedged between Panay and Negros, the roughhewn island province offers farm-fresh delights and hidden beachside retreats—ripe and ready to be relished. Most visitors gravitate to Alubihod Beach, a 200-meter-long pocket of white sand shared only by three budget-friendly resorts in Barangay Poblacion, Nueva Valencia—the “tourism capital of Guimaras”—located 30 minutes south of Jordan Wharf, the gateway to the province. If you’re not too keen on mingling with the weekender crowds, there’s Jannah Glycel Beach House, an intimate residence and restaurant set in its own tiny cove just next door. While
further south, the crumbling 19th-century ruins of a Spanish lighthouse peers over Guisi Beach in Barangay Dolores, an even quieter option on the mainland, just like Cabaling Beach Resort with its beautifully secluded turquoise cove in Barangay Espinosa, Jordan. Hundreds of islets surround Guimaras Island, mainly from the municipality of Nueva Valencia, offering island hopping and snorkeling. Accessible by a 10-minute boat ride from Barangay Lucmayan, Magic Island Resort is set amidst 50 other limestone islets. Across the water, Cabugan Adventure Resort has lagoonside and cliff-side cottages where you can savor baked imbaw (mangrove clams) and sweet-andspicy sikad-sikad (little bear conches) cooked to finger-licking perfection—easily the best shellfish on the island! 62
DID YOU KNOW?
Prized for their sweetness and certified pest-free, only fresh mangoes from Guimaras are allowed to be exported by the Philippines to the United States and Australia, among other countries. They have even been served at the White House and Buckingham Palace!
HOW TO GET THERE Pumpboats frequently travel between Ortiz Wharf or Parola Wharf, Iloilo City Proper, and Jordan Wharf, Guimaras, from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. Travel time is 15 minutes (Php14 per person). Boats can be chartered for Php500 each way. The Guest Assistance Center at Jordan Wharf can provide tourist information and arrange transportation around the island. Contact the provincial tourism office at +63 33 581 2021. From Jordan Wharf, Nueva Valencia can be reached in 30 minutes by jeepney for only Php25 per person. For day tours, vans and jeepneys can be hired at Php2,000–3,500 per day.
Find your own secluded beach cove at Cabaling Beach Resort in Jordan.
Before Guimaras was widely known as a beach destination, the island was synonymous to its premium mangoes. More than 5,200 hectares of the island— which is roughly shaped like its iconic fruit—are planted with mango trees. While not officially the world’s sweetest (that coveted Guinness World Record title still belongs to the mangoes of Zambales), locals swear by the superior quality of its homegrown produce, including agriculturist Rhod Orquia of the National Mango Research and Development Center (NMRDC) in Barangay San Miguel, Jordan, the best place to learn about the island’s world-class mango industry. Bred for overseas markets by the NMRDC, the fragrant, golden-yellow fruits are prized for their large size and exceptional sweetness, owing to the limerich earth that provides excellent drainage. “The less water in the soil, the sweeter the mangoes,” Rhod exclaims. There’s more to Guimaras than mangoes, however. Private farms growing an assortment of tropical fruits and vegetables have opened their gates for “pick-and-pay” experiences to visitors. If you fancy organically grown cucumber, pineapple, and Valencia orange while
From coastline to countryside, Guimalearning about organic farming and vermiculture, then Guimaras Wonders ras is a delightfully accessible place to find Farm in Barangay Alaguisoc, Jordan relaxation and solitude away from the city should be your pick. Moreover, Spring that it becomes quite tempting to extend Bloom Farms in Barangay Concordia, your stay indefinitely. Indeed, the beguiling Sibunag has papaya, banana, and island quickly grows on you that the same 15 calamansi (Philippine lime) for guests minutes it took you get there will seem like to harvest, before enjoying a cup of forever on your return. n traditionally prepared chocolate with biscocho (baked bread) at their café, Camiña Balay nga Kawayan DISTANCE: 280 MM MILES with overlooking views of Lawi FLIGHT TIME: 1:05 HOURS MANILA Bay. Besides its rolling farmlands, the town of Sibunag also offers a PAL flies between Manila dose of outdoor adventure. Camp ILOILO and Iloilo five times daily. Alfredo in Barangay Ravina Norte For more information, call PAL reservations office at offers an exhilarating course (+632) 855 8888 or visit of ziplines, hanging bridges, philippineairlines.com. and rappelling across the tree canopies. This Magic Island Resort sits in a private WHERE TO STAY mountain resort islet surrounded by a white-sand Cabaling Beach Resort straddles definitely provides beach. All-inclusive packages start at between two beach coves with a Php1,300 per person for a group of secluded stretch of white sand and an exciting change eight or more. seaside saltwater swimming pool. of pace after lazing Rates start at Php2,000 for a fan Valle Verde Mountain Spring Resort room, good for two to eight persons. away on a secluded has cottages starting at Php800, and beach and feasting a tree house for Php500. Raymen Beach Resort is a budgetfriendly hotel; rates start at Php600 on freshly picked for a double fan room. harvest. 63
FOLK TALE
The Creation of the World
A
t a time many years ago—
Tired, the king of the air, Manaul, clawed
was “mag” at that time, meaning “One
so long ago that man’s
from the depths of the ocean many rocks
Most High.”
imagination can no longer
that were so big that many people could
Maguayan afterwards went far away. He
reach it back—there was no land. All was
neither raise nor move any of them. He
was away for a long time. He returned
an immense sea that nobody knew where
lifted those rocks in the air and cast them
after many years. He immediately threw a
it commenced or where it leads to. Then
below. He did this in various places to put
piece of the spiny bamboo which floated
the years and the ages passed.
an end to the war. Finally, he succeeded in
on the water. The winds blew and the seas
Nobody knew where the sky or the earth
separating the waves and the winds.
carried it to the island where it grew. The
or the wind or the clouds were.
The rocks he had thrown below formed
place was beautiful, so beautiful indeed,
There was a king who guided the destiny
the lands of the islands of Iraya, one of
that King Manaul felt its charms. One
of space. This was King Manaul. He was
which being that of Bugto, which is now
day, while he sat alone under its (the spiny
tired and wanted to rest, but there was
known as the island of Negros.
plant) branches, he heard some voice
no place where he could rest. He decided
There were neither trees nor plants and
which came from inside the bamboo. He
that the earth and the sky should wage
all got scorched in the heat of the sun. At
went near the bamboo plant and opened
war with each other. The war went on for
that very moment, King Manaul wanted
it with his beak. From one of the nodules
a long time. Nobody knew how long it
a place where he could rest from the heat
came forth a man and from another, a
lasted. Thus the years dragged by. It was
of the sun.
woman. King Manaul named the former
known that when the king blew with all
So he called his general, Maguayan, who
Sikalak, and the latter, Sikabay. And from
its fury, it raised huge waves and nobody
up to this time took the name of the plant,
those two came the other peoples from
knew how far they reached above.
kawayan: spiny bamboo. The word spiny
whom sprang mankind.
THE MYTHS Philippine Folk Literature by Damiana L. Eugenio. Published by the University of the Philippines Press, 2001. Paperback, 513 pages. (+632) 928 2558; up.press@gmail.com; www.uppress.com.ph
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PHOTOGRAPHY
Photographing Heritage Working on a project on Philippine churches, renowned French photographer Ferrante Ferranti share insights on his craft. By Isabel Templo Photos by Ferrante Ferranti
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f photography were a language, Ferrante Ferranti would no doubt be a poet. He literally writes with light, using good composition and symbols to produce images that evoke emotion. Each photo is a moment in time captured skillfully and artfully. A photographer is like a messenger, Ferrante explains: “He brings a testimony of a very special moment—and every moment is unique.” The lens is merely an objective instrument with which a photographer can capture a subjective reality, he adds. Ferrante’s photographs focus on cultural patrimony or heritage. For 30 years, he has traveled to different countries to capture symbols and their meanings in old churches and ruins. He has written a number of books, including L’Esprit des Ruines (The Spirit of Ruins). “Since I was 15 years old, I’ve really been passionate about ruins and old civilizations. For me, ruins are a lecture of the past,” Ferrante says. Last June, Ferrante visited the Philippines to photograph the Baroque churches on the UNESCO World Heritage List. He also visited some of the churches in Cebu, Bohol, and Samar affected by the earthquake and Typhoon Yolanda. A graduate of architecture, Ferrante was saddened by the destruction of the churches in Bohol and Samar. “If you see a ruin of the 18th century, you can call it poetic or nostalgic. But [with these churches], it has just happened,” he says. “You have to think, what can we do?” With climate change, Ferrante says people are now beginning to realize its impact on heritage structures.
Ferrante—who shoots in both digital and film, and prefers the 6 x 6 format—says it’s important to remember the function of the structure when shooting architecture. The façade of an old church, he points out, was built that way to bring people inside the church to be evangelized. When this function is lost, as in the case of ruins, Ferrante says there is a new notion: the spirit of the place. This may not be seen, but can be felt and captured in photography through symbols and the people who go there. n Ferrante’s visit to the Philippines was part of a project to raise awareness on its UNESCO-inscribed churches and on how climate change impacts heritage. Ferrante’s photos of these churches will be exhibited at the National Museum of the Philippines on February 2015. The project is organized by the Alliance Française de Manille, Embassy of France to the Philippines, the National Museum, Department of Tourism, Tourism Promotions Board, National Commission for Culture and the Arts, and the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines.
“You always have to think that your way of looking is unique. Nobody will do exactly the same photo.”
La Nuestra Señora de la Asuncion church in Ilocos Sur.
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In the Land of the Dreamweavers Exotic beauty awaits us in this lesser-known Philippine province of South Cotabato. By Elvira Araneta
South Cotabato is crowned by Mount Matutum and stunning waterfalls such as this. Photo by Eli Garcia
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48 HOURS GETTING THERE From General Santos City, ride a tricycle or a taxi to the Bulaong bus station, then take a bus bound to Koronadal City for Php107 per person (Php80 for non-airconditioned bus). Travel time to Koronadal is roughly one hour. Contact the South Cotabato Arts, Culture and Tourism Office for assistance (www. southcotabato.gov.ph).
The T’bolis’ lives are centered around the beautiful Lake Sebu. Photo by Cocoy Sexcion
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elcome to South Cotabato, which has earned the name “Land of Dreamweavers” for two reasons. Here, indigenous T’boli weavers derive the inspiration for their designs through their dreams. These master weavers translate messages from their Fu Dalu, the spirit guardian of the abaca fiber, into the warp and weft of their t’nalak cloth. Through these tapestries, the story of the T’boli people—their traditions and beliefs—is passed down to generations. It’s not just the T’bolis who place a premium on dreams. Thousands of people have come from various parts of the Philippines to settle in this province, hoping to carve out new lives. Until the early 20th century, South Cotabato was sparsely populated, mainly by ethnic Muslim Maguindanao and indigenous T’boli and B’laan people. Surrounded by mountains, it remained largely unaffected by external influences. (Even typhoons avoid South Cotabato.) Immigrants from other Philippine regions began arriving around the 1930s. Their interaction with the indigenous people resulted in an eclectic cultural mélange. As a province, South Cotabato is young and in the raw. Riding down the clean, wide highway, one will see the verdant fields guarded by the stately Mount Matutum. Native huts ornamented by
“Things just seem to bloom bigger, brighter, and more copiously in SouthCot.”
flora, and cattle grazing by the roadside make for an idyllic landscape. Lining the highway are stalls of mangoes, lanzones, pineapples, bananas, and more, as well as ubiquitous amounts of flowers. Things just seem to bloom bigger, brighter, and more copiously in “SouthCot.” Koronadal, the capital city, is orderly, spacious, and expansive. It has the feel of a pioneer town. New businesses are springing up, following the trail of SouthCot’s largest industrial partner, Dole Food Company. Pristine natural features and biodiversity attract eco-tourists. Amateur ornithologists and avian photographers go to Mount Matutum and Lake Sebu, home to various migratory and indigenous wild birds, and the Philippine eagle. Native fauna, like the tarsier, live in its primordial forests. The Linan Forest houses the Tarsier Conservation Sanctuary and a series of waterfalls fit for campers and trekkers. Lake Sebu boasts its own stunning waterfalls and springs. Those who want an aerial view of its forest canopy, snaking river system, and seven waterfalls can see them via zipline. For more adrenaline, there’s also a bungee 70
trampoline, zorbing, and numerous cave formations and mountain peaks for exploring. You will also discover interesting fare in the rich T’boli culture, with its famed t’nalak weavers, brass makers, dancers, and kubing (bamboo jaw harp) players. Then there are the ethnic Maguindanaos and their resonant kulintangs (horizontally laid gongs). Those willing to rough it up can find lodging at Lemobung Resort in Lake Sebu for as low as Php60 a night. Another option is The Farm at Carpenter Hill with private villas for Php3,500 a night; individual rooms facing an indoor garden with koi ponds; or dorm-like rooms for families. Apart from these, a wide range of accommodations are also available. Wherever you stay, fabulous dreams await in South Cotabato. n DISTANCE: 647 MM MILES FLIGHT TIME: 1:45 HOURS
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ASIA’S FIRST AIRLINE
included the Boeing 747-400 in 1993, the Airbus 340-300 in 1997, and the Boeing 777-300ER in 2009. On April 20, 2012, PAL welcomed a strategic investor into the company— San Miguel Corporation, the Philippines’ largest conglomerate—significantly boosting the flag carrier’s immediate and long-term prospects. Recharged, PAL embarked on a bold growth strategy anchored on fleet modernization, network expansion, and service innovations. On August 28, 2012, the airline placed a firm order for 54 new-generation Airbus aircraft comprising 44 short-range A321-200 and 10 long-range A330-300 High Gross Weight (HGW) jets—the largest aircraft order in Philippine aviation history. The
Philippine Airlines—Asia’s first airline—is the flag carrier of the Republic of the Philippines and the pioneer airline of the country, with a 73-year history steeped in tradition and modernity.
following month, ten more A300-300 HGW aircraft were added to the order. Deliveries commenced in August 2013 and will continue until 2019. Today, the PAL fleet comprises 82 aircraft across six family types,
PAL first took flight on March 15, 1941, with a small propeller-powered Beech
ranging from turbo-prop airplanes that serve far-flung islands and smaller
18 airplane flying 212 kilometers from Makati, near Manila, to Baguio in the
communities of the Philippine to “jumbo” jets that fly the intercontinental
northern Philippines, carrying a full load of five passengers.
routes. As of September 2014, the fleet included four Bombardier Q300s and
Upon the outbreak of World War II on December 8, 1941, PAL’s two Beech
five Q400s; three Airbus A319s, twenty-three A320s and eight A321s; eight
18s were pressed into military service, flying missions to evacuate American
A300-301 and eleven new High Gross Weight A330-343; ten A340-313, six
pilots to Australia. Both were destroyed in battle. Postwar operations resumed
Boeing 77-300ERs; and four Boeing 747-400s.
on February 14, 1946. On July 31, 1946, a PAL-chartered DC-4 took off from
PAL is in the midst of a comprehensive fleet renewal program that began
Makati carrying American servicemen home to Oakland, California. The
on August 7, 2013, with the arrival of its first A321, the vanguard of 64 aircraft
41-hour journey across the Pacific, with stops in Guam, Wake, Kwajalein, and
on order from Airbus. The airline received 12 aircraft from that order in 2013,
Honolulu, made PAL the first Asian airline to cross the vast ocean. On May
including the A321 equipped with Airbus’ new blended winglet design, called
3, 1947, PAL opened a route to Rome and Madrid, later extended to London,
“sharklets.” This made PAL the first airline in Asia-Pacific to operate the A321
becoming the first Southeast Asian airline to fly to Europe. Over the next
with this new technology.
three decades, its international route network ranged from Asia to Australia,
Over the next six years, PAL will have a busy delivery schedule. It is slated
the Middle East, Europe, and North America, establishing PAL as one of the
to accept 54 aircraft in the next five years. The influx of new aircraft has
world’s leading carriers of that era.
allowed PAL to rapidly expand its route network. In 2013, the flag carrier
PAL keeps in step with advancements in aircraft technology, regularly
launched services to 10 international destinations in seven countries across
acquiring the latest aircraft to maintain a young, modern fleet. From DC-3s
three continents, including the first direct link between the Philippines and
that served as its workhorse in the 1940s and 1950s, Vicker Viscount
Europe in 15 years—to London Heathrow—in November. More destinations are
turboprops and Fokker F-27s were added to the fleet in the 1960s. In 1966,
planned for 2014 onward.
BAC 1-11 aircraft introduced pure-jet service in the domestic sector and in
In its eighth decade, with a new investor on board and a bold vision to chart
1974, the McDonnell Douglas DC-10—PAL’s first wide-body aircraft—went into
its path, Philippine Airlines can look back at a proud legacy of service to the
service on the trans-Pacific route. It was succeeded as PAL’s flagship in 1979
nation and beyond to a future where it will soar once more as a major global
by the Boeing 747-200, which featured “Skybeds” paired with First Class seats
network carrier.
on its upper deck—a first in the industry. Upgrades to the long-range fleet
OUR FLEET
Q300
A320
CAPACITY RANGE ENGINE TYPE CRUISING SPEED LENGTH WINGSPAN
: : : : : :
UP TO 56 UP TO 1,144 NM 2 PW-123B 240 KTS 25.70 Meters 27.4 Meters
: : : : : :
UP TO 76 UP TO 1,600 NM 2 PW-150A 350 KTS 32.83 Meters 28.42 Meters
Q400
: : : : : :
UP TO 180 UP TO 3,040 NM CFM56-5B4 MACH 0.78 37.57 Meters 34.10 Meters
: : : : : :
UP TO 199 UP TO 2,741 NM IAE-V2533-A5 MACH 0.78 44.51 Meters 34.10 Meters
A321
CAPACITY RANGE ENGINE TYPE CRUISING SPEED LENGTH WINGSPAN
A319 CAPACITY RANGE ENGINE TYPE CRUISING SPEED LENGTH WINGSPAN
A340
CAPACITY RANGE ENGINE TYPE CRUISING SPEED LENGTH WINGSPAN
UP TO 134 UP TO 3,240 NM CFM56-586 MACH 0.78 33.84 Meters 34.10 Meters
CAPACITY RANGE ENGINE TYPE CRUISING SPEED LENGTH WINGSPAN
: : : : : :
UP TO 294 UP TO 7,695 NM GE-CFM56 5C/4 MACH 0.81 63.68 Meters 60.30 Meters
: : : : : :
UP TO 425 UP TO 8,300 NM GE CF6-80C2B1F MACH 0.85 69.85 Meters 64.92 Meters
B747
CAPACITY RANGE ENGINE TYPE CRUISING SPEED LENGTH WINGSPAN
A330 : : : : : :
CAPACITY RANGE ENGINE TYPE CRUISING SPEED LENGTH WINGSPAN
CAPACITY RANGE ENGINE TYPE CRUISING SPEED LENGTH WINGSPAN
B777 : : : : : :
UP TO 414 UP TO 6,202 NM CF6-80E1A2 / TRENT 772B-60 MACH 0.88 / MACH 0.81 63.68 Meters 60.30 Meters
CAPACITY RANGE ENGINE TYPE CRUISING SPEED LENGTH WINGSPAN
: : : : : :
UP TO 370 UP TO 8,506 NM GE90-115B MACH 0.84 73.86 Meters 64.80 Meters
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strictly forbidden at all times on all PAL flights.
HAND LUGGAGE. Passengers are permitted one cabin bag each. The hand luggage should not weigh more than 7 kg, and the combined length, width, and height dimension must not exceed 115 cm or 45 inches in total. Personal items such as laptop computers, handbag, camera, and infants’ food and carrying basket may be carried separately. ELECTRONIC DEVICES. These must be turned off during take-off, approach, and landing. Non-transmitting electronic equipment and those without any accessories that would transmit/receive radio signals, such as laptop computers (without Wi-Fi and wireless peripheral devices) and CD/ DVD/MP3 players, may be used during flight and ground stops. DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS (DVT). This is a condition in which a blood clot forms in the deep veins in the lower extremities. Risk factors of DVT include prolonged
immobility, obesity, smoking, taking birth control pills, pregnancy, and inherited bloodclotting disorders. Circulation can be improved by practicing simple exercises while seated. OVERHEAD STOWAGE BINS. Take precaution when opening overhead stowage bins as the items may have shifted and these may fall and injure you or passengers seated around you. SAFETY ON BOARD. During takeoff and landing, ensure that seat back is in upright position, the tray tables securely folded, hand luggage stowed, and seatbelt securely fastened (to ensure uninterrupted rest, kindly fasten seatbelts during the entire flight even if the seatbelt sign is off). Life vests are placed beneath your seat or in/under your armrest. In the event of sudden drop in cabin pressure, oxygen masks will automatically drop in front of the passenger. Smoking, including artificial cigarettes, is
IN-FLIGHT AMENITIES. Toiletries (handwash, mouthwash, lotion, and cologne) are available inside the cabin lavatories. Pillows and blankets are available upon request or can be found on the seat on all international flights. Business class overnight kits provided for long-haul flights. Junior Jetsetter Activity kits featuring well-loved cartoon characters are given to children aged 2-11 flying on flights bound for the USA, Canada, Australia, and the Middle East. FOOD AND BEVERAGE. Philippine Airlines is pleased to serve on all international flights complimentary in-flight meals ranging from traditional Filipino dishes to favorite international cuisines. Drinks are available, featuring a variety of refreshments depending on the route. Alcoholic drinks are served only to passengers aged 18 years and older (21 years on sectors to and from the USA). Government regulation prohibits consumption of alcoholic beverages brought from outside or purchased on board. The cabin crew reserves the right not to serve alcoholic drinks if the situation so warrants. Alcoholic drinks are not available on domestic flights. Passengers with special dietary needs may order special meals when they book their flight. For more information, call our service hotline (+632) 8558888 or log in to www.philippineairlines.com. n
SERVICE GUIDE ONLINE BOOKING. Our online booking features a fully automated facility that allows travelers to decide quickly when it is most convenient and cheapest to fly. For more information, please visit us at www.philippineairlines.com.
space, fast and quick acceptance and release time, and money-back guarantee (conditions apply). For more information, please call PAL Cargo Sales and Reservation in Manila at (+632) 8313061, 8795879, 8340362, or 8533059, or any PAL office in your area.
AIRPORT CHECK-IN. PAL offers “early bird” advanced check-in service in select airports to avoid rush during peak check-in hours. Senior citizens traveling with up to two companions and passengers with NO CHECK-IN BAGGAGE on PAL flights departing Manila may avail themselves of the express check-in service at designated counters.
CHOICE ECONOMY SEAT. Passengers may purchase a choice seat. The seats are positioned at the exit rows or bulkhead seats to provide the widest legroom possible on economy class. Seats may be reserved online, and through our contact center. Confirmation will be done at the airport to comply with the Philippine Air Regulations. Fees may vary per destination and are collected upon ticket purchase, check-in, and onboard.
AIRPORT LOUNGES. PAL has Mabuhay Lounges in Manila, Cebu, Davao, Bacolod, Iloilo, General Santos City, and San Francisco. Mabuhay Class passengers, as well as Mabuhay Miles Million Miler, Premier Elite, and Elite members, can unwind, dine, and freshen up in these lounges before boarding their flights. PAL has contracted the services of airport lounge operators in other international stations to offer the same amenities to said passengers. RHUSH (RAPID HANDLING OF URGENT SHIPMENT). This is the fastest way to ship cargo domestically and overseas. An airport-to-airport service that has the highest priority in cargo, guaranteed
FORWARD ECONOMY SEAT. For your easy and priority disembarkation, you can get forward seats located in the front rows of the economy zone except exit rows or bulkhead seats. This will ensure that families and groups are seated together. Fees are collected through our website and ticket offices. MABUHAY MILES FREQUENT FLYER PROGRAM. Travel the world with Philippine Airlines and enjoy a host of privileges that add up to miles of difference. Open to anyone aged 2 and above, the Mabuhay Miles Frequent Flyer Program is designed to deliver to you the
best rewards and privileges. And as you move up to higher elite levels, more travel privileges await you. For details, visit www.mabuhaymiles.com or visit any PAL office. PAL iNAiR INTERNET & MOBILE SERVICE. Your home in the sky allows you to keep in touch with your loved ones through PAL iNAiR. You can now text, tweet, email, and surf the internet as you fly across the network. Internet subscription plans ranges from US$ 5 to $40 depending on your needs. You may use your credit card or purchase scratch cards. Simply ask any of our flight attendants for assistance. (Service is available on all B777 and select A330 aircraft.) WIRELESS ENTERTAINMENT. A major innovation of inflight entertainment that allows you to stream movies, music, TV shows and magazines on your personal device (smartphone, tablet, or laptop) while onboard. This service is complimentary. **PAL iN AiR app must be downloaded on your device from App store or Google Play Store prior to boarding in order to access the media selection (movie, TV program, and CDs) on-board t5he aircraft. Acess to media is available once aircraft in on cruising mode. (Service is available on select aircraft.) n
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of “happy hour” drink promos at bars and pubs, dance up a storm at clubs and street parties, or cap an exhilarating night with a calming cappuccino at the corner café. Hotspots not to be missed are bohemian Malate in Manila, cosmopolitan Fort in Taguig, upscale Ayala and Rockwell Centers in Makati, trendy Libis and Timog districts in Quezon City, and chill out in the south Paranaque and Alabang areas.
COASTAL BEAUTY: The province of Palawan has many more natural attractions beyond the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Puerto Princesa Underground River, such as this beautiful beach in Sabang.
PHILIPPINES AT A GLANCE
Official Name: Republika ng Pilipinas/ Republic of the Philippines Capital: Manila Official Languages: Filipino, English Land Area: 1115,830 sq mi/300,000 sq km Climate: Hot Dry Season: March–May Rainy Season: June–November Cool Dry Season: December–February Temperature Range: 21°C (70°F) to 32°C (90°F) Currency: Philippine peso (Php) PHILIPPINE JEWELS. One of the New 7 Wonders of Nature can be found in Palawan, Philippines. It is the Puerto Princesa Underground River. The Conus gloriamaris or “Glory of the Seas cone” is the rarest and most expensive seashell in the world and can be found in the Philippines. Boracay, an island located at the northwestern tip of Panay, has some of the world’s best beaches, with sugary-white, powdery sand that never burns your feet no matter how hot the day gets.
RELIGION. Approximately 90% of Filipinos are Christians: about 80% belong to the Roman Catholic Church while 10% belong to other Christian denominations. Between 5% and 10% of the population are Muslim, most of whom live in parts of Mindanao, Palawan, and the Sulu Archipelago—an area known as Bangsamoro or the Moro region. SHOPPING. The Philippines is fast becoming a shopping haven, yielding great bargains if you know what to look for and where. Divisoria Flea Market in downtown Manila is the place to go for cheap and tight-budget shopping. The country’s upscale malls carry international brands and can be found within the area of the Makati Central Business District. Handicraft stores can be found all over the country, selling export-quality products like native baskets, hand-woven fabrics, fine jewelry, and home accessories. NIGHTLIFE. Metropolitan Manila is considered a pleasure-seeker’s paradise, with an array of nighttime activities, from the soothing to the sinful. You can listen to whatever music you fancy from the country’s popular bands and singers, take advantage
TRANSPORTATION. PAL flies between Manila and 32 cities and towns throughout the country. Public transportation such as taxis, buses, jeepneys, and motorized tricycles are available in major cities. The train services are provided by three main railway networks that serve different areas of Metro Manila and parts of Luzon: the Manila Light Rail Transit System (LRT), the Manila Metro Rail Transit System (MRT), and the Philippine National Railways (PNR). International car rental companies provide chauffeured or selfdriven limousine service. Large groups may hire medium-sized passengers vans or tourist coaches. FOOD. Filipino food may puzzle the first-time eater. Philippine history is largely responsible for this complex mix of cuisine from the Chinese traders who introduced their culinary influence to Castilian and Mexican cooking brought by the Spanish colonizers. The Americans brought the convenience of fast food meal while other Asian cuisines from the Thai, Vietnamese, Korean, and Japanese started to emerge as well. Famous Filipino dishes include lechón (whole roasted pig), longganisa (Philippine sausage), tapa (cured beef), torta (omelette), adobo (chicken and/ or pork braised in garlic, vinegar, oil, and soy sauce), kaldereta (meat stewed in tomato sauce), mechado (larded beef in soy and tomato sauce), puchero (beef and plantains in tomato sauce), afritada (chicken and/or pork with vegetables simmered in tomato sauce), kare-kare (oxtail and vegetables cooked in peanut sauce), crispy pata (deepfried pig’s leg), hamonado (pork braised in pineapple sauce), sinigang (meat or seafood in sour broth), pancit (noodles), and lumpia (fresh or fried spring rolls). n
AIRLINE PARTNERS To serve you better, Philippine Airlines broadened its route network through Codesharing with its Airline Partners, offering you more destinations worldwide. PAL sells the flight sector operated by the Airline Partner. When traveling on any of PAL’s Codeshare flights, Mabuhay Miles members enjoy certain privileges. The privileges listed in the tables below are applicable provided ticket sales and reservations are under PAL’s seat allocation and upon presentation of the Mabuhay Miles membership card.
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Abu Dhabi / Bahrain / Bali / Bangkok / Beijing / Busan / Brisbane / Dammam / Darwin / Dubai / Fukuoka / Guam / Guangzhou Haneda / Ho Chi Minh / Honolulu / Hong Kong / Jakarta / Kuala Lumpur / London / Los Angeles / Macau / Manila / Melbourne / Nagoya / Osaka / Riyadh / San Francisco / Seoul / Shanghai / Singapore / Sydney / Taipei / Tokyo / Toronto / Vancouver / Xiamen
ASIA NORTH AMERICA VANCOUVER TORONTO
BEIJING SHANGHAI
SAN FRANCISCO
HANEDA SEOUL TOKYOBUSAN NAGOYA OSAKA FUKUOKA
LOS ANGELES
XIAMEN HONG KONG GUANGZHOU TAIPEI MACAU BANGKOK
HONOLULU
GUAM
HO CHI MINH
LA LUMPUR
CEBU
PAC I F I C O C E A N
SINGAPORE JAKARTA
BALI DARWIN
AUSTRALIA
BRISBANE SYDNEY
MELBOURNE
LEGEND PAL Flights PAL Codeshare Flights
Mabuhay Magazine I September 2014
FLIGHT FACTS Facts and figures about our flights and schedules. Distances and flight times may vary due to weather conditions, flight path changes, and the type of aircraft utilized. FLIGHT TIME refers to the time from when the aircraft engines start up before take-off, until the aircraft comes to a halt after landing. MM MILES refers to flight miles earned when traveling on Fiesta (Economy) Class, as adopted from the IATA standards.
DOMESTIC ROUTES & S ECTO RS
MM MI LES
FL IGH T TIM E
INTERNATIONAL ROUTES & S E C TO R S
RESERVATIONS
MANILA Bacolod Basco Busuanga Butuan
298 413 176 489
1:10 1:45 1:00 1:30
Cagayan de Oro
486
1:30
Calbayog
86
1:15
Catarman
1:15
Caticlan
1:10
Cebu
349
1:15
Cotabato Davao
552 597
1:30 1:45
Dipolog Dumaguete
438 390
1:30 1:15
General Santos
647
1:45
Iloilo
280
1:05
Jolo (from Zamboanga) Kalibo
93 250
0:40 0:55
Laoag Legazpi Masbate Naga Ozamiz
257 250 230 478
0:55 0:55 1:15 0:50 1:25
Puerto Princesa Roxas Surigao
364 311 446
1:15 0:55 1:20
Tacloban Tagbilaran
352 387
1:10 1:10
203
1:00
530
1:00 1:30
Tawi-Tawi (from Zamboanga) Tuguegarao Zamboanga
MM M IL E S
F L IG H T T IM E
R E SE RVAT IO NS
MANILA (034) 433-3045
Abu Dhabi Bahrain
(0919) 511-2797 (085) 226-5118 / 4777 (085) 341-5156 (088) 857-2294 / 95 (088) 857-2688 (088) 858-8863 (055) 209-2885 (055) 533-8885 (055) 209-9228 (055) 251-8996 (055) 500-9886 (036) 288-7536 (036) 288-7538 (036) 288-7539 (032) 340-0191 (032) 234-2713 (064) 431-0136 (082) 233-0284 (082) 232-8010 (082) 234-0073 (082) 221-5513 (082) 225-0990 (065) 212-2355 / 2356 (035) 225-4266 (035) 226-1301 (083) 552-1235 / 36 (083) 552-5282 (083) 553-3943 (033) 333-0003 (033) 320-4893
4,352 4,580
9:00 9:58
1,657 1,368 1,797
3:40 3:15 4:25
Busan Brisbane (via Darwin) Dammam Darwin Doha Dubai Fukuoka Guam Guangzhou Ho Chi Minh Hong Kong Honolulu Jakarta
1,515 3,591 4,631 1,967 4,528 4,294 1,445 1,596 791 1,002 712 5,296 1,732
3:45 8:15 8:54 4:25 8:15 8:45 3:30 3:40 2:15 2:30 2:00 10:15 4:00
Kuala Lumpur London Los Angeles Macau Melbourne Nagoya Osaka Riyadh San Francisco Seoul Shanghai Singapore Sydney Taipei Tokyo Toronto (via Vancouver) Vancouver Xiamen
6,671 7,290 723 3,927 1,741 1,651 4,833 6,978 1,624 1,152 1,476 3,883 731 1,879 8,228 6,560 714
3:40 15:24 12:30 1:55 8:00 4:00 3:55 9:28 12:00 4:00 3:10 3:35 10:50 2:00 4:15 16:10 12:05 2:10
1,060 1,884 2,024
2:40 4:25 4:40
Bali Bangkok Beijing
(036) 262-3260 (036) 262-1261 (077) 670-8533 (052) 481-0780 (054) 473-2277 (088) 521-5565 (088) 521-0462 (048) 433-4565 (036) 621-0244 (086) 231-9680 (086) 826-8589 (053) 321-2213 (038) 412-2232 (038) 411-4226
00971 2 6351700 00973-17225650 extension 213 (662) 633-5713 / 14 (86010) 64504840/ 41/42. (8251) 918-0600
(974) 4433-7302 (9714) 316-6632 (8192) 292-1627 (671) 632-1615 / 17 / 19 (848) 832-872105 (852) 230-19350 / 51 1-800-635-8653 (6221) 300-15757 (6221) 936-1612 / 613 (603) 2141 0767 1-800-435-9725 (853) 2835-5770 (613) 965-02188 (8152) 588-7131 (816) 6444-2541 1-800-435-9725 (0082) 2-399-8000 (8621) 6279-8765 (65) 6336-1611 (612) 927-92020 (8862) 250-67255 (813) 5157-4362 1-800-435-9725 1-800-435-9725 (86592) 239-4729 / 30 /65
CEBU Hong Kong Seoul Tokyo
(852) 2301-9300 (0082)-1544-1717 (813) 5157-4362
RESERVATIONS, TOUR PACKAGES, MABUHAY MILES AND FLIGHT INFORMATION
(078) 844-9238 (062) 991-5800 (062) 993-0488
PHILIPPINES: Manila (632) 8558888 Cebu (6332) 3400191
US/CANADA: 1 (800) I FLY PAL or 1 (800) 4359725
For more information, visit www.philippineairlines.com
FLIGHT TRANSFERS IN MANILA If connecting to a Terminal 3 DOMESTIC or INTERNATIONAL flight (Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Cotabato, Dipolog, Dumaguete, Legazpi, Ozamiz, Puerto Princesa, Roxas, Tacloban, Zamboanga, Kalibo) 1. 2. 3. 4.
Clear with IMMIGRATION. Claim baggage and proceed to CUSTOMS CLEARANCE COUNTER. Drop back baggage at the CAROUSEL. Proceed to the ITTL (Inter Terminal Transit Lounge) and be ready to present your Boarding Pass for a free service to Terminal 3.
If connecting to a Terminal 2 INTERNATIONAL flight 1. Upon disembarkation in Manila, proceed to TRANSFER DESK.
If connecting to a Terminal 2 DOMESTIC flight (Bacolod, Cebu, Davao, General Santos, Iloilo, Laoag, Tagbilaran, Kalibo) 1. 2. 3. 4.
Clear baggage with IMMIGRATION. Claim baggage and proceed to CUSTOMS CLEARANCE COUNTER. Drop back baggage at the CAROUSEL. Proceed to Terminal 2 Southwing. PAL PASSENGERS’ DESTINATIONS
25 %
Southeast Asia/ Guam/ New Delhi
22 % USA/Canada
18 % Japan
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YOUR INFLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT
Flights Fancy of
CONTENTS | USER GUIDE
PERSONAL CONTROL UNIT Whatever the destination, Philippine Airlines offers our Business and Economy Class passengers an exciting world of entertainment at their fingertips. Sit back, relax, and enjoy our entertainment system. B747-400
B747-400
B777-300 ER
A340-300
RP-C7471
RP-C7471
(RP-C7772/ RP-C7773
RP-C3435/36/37/38/39/41
RP-C7473
RP-C7473
RP-C7774/ RP-C7775
BUSINESS CLASS
ECONOMY CLASS
RP-C7776/ RP-C7777)
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89 MOVIES Maleficent The Fault In Our Stars
I
RELEASING/STOWING YOUR CONTROLLER
91 MOVIE LIBRARY Blended Godzilla
I
92 MOVIE SCHEDULE Business Class Economy Class
I
93 CD'S, TV, GAMES Coldplay - Ghost Stories Bill Laurance – Flint
INTERACTIVE MODE Flights of Fancy is your inflight entertainment companion that gives you access to a fanciful selection of movies, TV, radio, games and a host of useful features sure to keep you enter tained during your flight. To access, use the touchscreen function or your handset.
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94 MUSIC Filipino Pop Seoul Grooves
I ENTERTAINMENT AND IPADS
96 PAL iNAiR WIRELESS Movies | Television | Games 88
Flights of Fancy
MALEFICENT Stars Angelina Jolie Elle Fanning Sharlto Copley Director Robert Stromberg Rated PG The untold story of Disney’s most iconic villain from the 1959 classic Sleeping Beauty, reveals the events that hardened Maleficent’s heart and drove her to curse the Princess, Aurora.
THE FAULT IN OUR STARS
BLENDED
Stars Shailene Woodley Ansel Elgort Nat Wolff Director Josh Boone Rated PG-13
Stars Adam Sandler Drew Barrymore
Two teenagers share a love that sweeps them on an unforgettable journey. Their relationship is all the more miraculous, given that they met and fell in love at a cancer support group.
On the day of the NFL Draft, general manager Sonny must quickly decide what he's willing to sacrifice in pursuit of perfection as the lines between his personal and professional life become blurred.
Wendi McLendon-Covey
Director Frank Coraci Rated PG-13
BAD NEIGHBORS
GODZILLA Stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson Elizabeth Olsen Bryan Cranston Director Gareth Edwards Rated PG An epic action adventure about human courage in the face of titanic forces of nature, when the aweinspiring Godzilla rises to restore balance as humanity stands defenseless.
Stars Seth Rogen Rose Byrne Zac Efron Director Nicholas Stoller Rated R Seth Rogen stars in this comedy about a father who has his life upended when a frat house run by an obnoxious student (Zac Efron) moves in next door. This results in an epic battle of wills.
LOCKE
MAYBE THIS TIME
Stars Tom Hardy Olivia Colman Ruth Wilson Director Steven Knight Rated R
Stars Sarah Geronimo Coco Martin Ruffa Gutierrez Director Jerry Lopez Sineneng Rated PG-13
Ivan Locke receives a phone call that may unravel his entire life. The story takes place over the course of a single car ride, and shows the wide ranging repercussions of a single decision.
S t e p h a n d T o n io ' s relationship ends sourly when he leaves her without saying goodbye. Heartbroken, Steph toughens up and sets her sights on bigger dreams, until she and Tonio cross paths again.
Enjoy More New Movies On Board Video-On-Demand
THE OTHER WOMAN
X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST
DRAFT DAY
MILLION DOLLAR ARM
THE RAILWAY MAN
TRANSCENDENCE
Stars Cameron Diaz Leslie Mann Kate Upton
Stars Patrick Stewart Ian McKellen Hugh Jackman
Stars Kevin Costner Chadwick Boseman Jennifer Garner
Stars Jon Hamm Aasif Mandvi Alan Arkin
Stars Colin Firth Nicole Kidman Stellan Skarsgård
Stars Johnny Depp Rebecca Hall Morgan Freeman
109 mins Romance Rated PG-13
131 mins Action Rated PG-13
109 mins Drama Rated R
124 mins Drama Rated PG
116 mins Drama Rated R
130 mins Thriller Rated PG-13
NOAH
RIO 2
VERONICA MARS
DIVERGENT
CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER
300: RISE OF AN EMPIRE
Stars Russell Crowe Jennifer Connelly Anthony Hopkins
Stars Jesse Eisenberg Anne Hathaway Jemaine Clement
Stars Kristen Bell Jason Dohring Enrico Colantoni
Stars Shailene Woodley Theo James Kate Winslet
Stars Chris Evans Samuel L. Jackson Scarlett Johansson
Stars Sullivan Stapleton Eva Green Lena Headey
138 mins Drama Rated PG-13
101 mins Animation Rated G
107 mins Drama Rated PG-13
139 mins Adventure Rated PG-13
136 mins Action Rated PG-13
102 mins Action Rated R
* Available on selected aircraft.
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NOW SHOWING
What’s New On-Board This Month
NOW SHOWING
Enjoy Our Library Of Popular Titles Through The Years
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DUE DATE
THE DARJEELING LIMITED
STOKER
Stars Chadwick Boseman T.R. Knight Harrison Ford
Stars Martin Freeman Ian McKellen, Richard Armitage
Stars Robert Downey Jr. Zach Galifianakis Michelle Monaghan
Stars Owen Wilson Adrien Brody Jason Schwartzman
Stars Mia Wasikowska Nicole Kidman Matthew Goode
128 mins Drama Rated PG-13
169 mins Adventure Rated PG-13
95 mins Comedy Rated R
91 mins Comedy Rated R
99 mins Drama Rated R
TAKEN 2
HITCHCOCK
WRATH OF THE TITANS
DOLPHIN TALE
ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS
Stars Liam Neeson Famke Janssen Maggie Grace
Stars Anthony Hopkins Helen Mirren Scarlett Johansson
Stars Sam Worthington Liam Neeson Rosamund Pike
Stars Morgan Freeman Ashley Judd Harry Connick Jr.
Stars Jason Lee David Cross Cameron Richardson
92 mins Action Rated PG-13
98 mins Drama Rated PG-13
99 mins Action Rated PG-13
113 mins Family Rated PG
92 mins Animation Rated PG
THE FUGITIVE
ICE AGE: DAWN OF THE DINOSAURS
LETHAL WEAPON 4
THE WATCH
ADAM
Stars Harrison Ford Tommy Lee Jones Sela Ward
Stars Ray Romano John Leguizamo Denis Leary
Stars Mel Gibson Danny Glover Joe Pesci
Stars Ben Stiller Vince Vaughn Jonah Hill
Stars Hugh Dancy Rose Byrne Peter Gallagher
130 mins Adventure Rated PG-13
94 mins Animation Rated PG
127 mins Action Rated R
102 mins Comedy Rated R
99 mins Drama Rated PG-13
* Available on selected aircraft.
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THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY
Flights of Fancy
300: RISE OF AN EMPIRE | R Sullivan Stapleton, Eva Green, Lena Headey CITY OF EMBER | PG Saoirse Ronan, Toby Jones, Bill Murray CONSPIRACY THEORY | R Mel Gibson, Julia Roberts, Patrick Stewart
Adventure
DIVERGENT | PG-13 Shailene Woodley, Theo James, Kate Winslet
PHONE BOOTH | R Colin Farrell, Forest Whitaker, Kiefer Sutherland
THE FUGITIVE | PG-13 Harrison Ford, Tommy Lee Jones, Sela Ward
WRATH OF THE TITANS | PG-13 Sam Worthington, Liam Neeson, Rosamund Pike
GODZILLA | PG-13 CAaron Taylor-Johnson, Elizabeth Olsen, Bryan Cranston
RISE OF THE PLANET OF THE APES | PG-13 James Franco, Andy Serkis, Freida Pinto
THE ISLAND | PG-13 Ewan McGregor, Scarlett Johansson
X-MEN | PG-13 Patrick Stewart, Hugh Jackman, Ian McKellen
LETHAL WEAPON 4 | R Mel Gibson, Danny Glover, Joe Pesci
RUSH HOUR 2 | PG-13 Jackie Chan, Chris Tucker, John Lone
THE SENTINEL | PG-13 Michael Douglas, Kiefer Sutherland, Kim Basinger
X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST | PG-13 Patrick Stewart, Hugh Jackman, Ian McKellen
MAX PAYNE | PG-13 Mark Wahlberg, Mila Kunis, Beau Bridges
TAKEN 2 | PG-13 Liam Neeson, Famke Janssen, Maggie Grace
UNKNOWN | PG-13 Liam Neeson, Diane Kruger, January Jones
CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER | PG Chris Evans, Samuel L. Jackson, Scarlett Johansson
HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS-PT2 | PG-13 Daniel Redcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint
NOAH | PG-13 Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly, Anthony Hopkins
THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY | PG-13
LIFE OF PI | PG-13 Suraj Sharma, Irrfan Khan, Adil Hussain
THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA: THE VOYAGE OF THE DAWN TREADER | PG Ben Barnes, Skandar Keynes, Georgie Henley
X-MEN 3: THE LAST STAND | PG-13 Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart, Halle Berry
MALEFICENT | PG Angelina Jolie, Elle Fanning, Sharlto Copley
THE DARK KNIGHT RISES | PG-13 Christian Bale, Tom Hardy, Anne Hathaway
A.I. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE | PG-13 Haley Joel Osment, Jude Law, Frances O'Connor
CONTACT | PG-13 Jodi Foster, Matthew McConaughey, Tom Skerritt
AVATAR | PG-13 Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver
ERAGON | PG-13 Ed Speleers, Sienna Guillory, Jeremy Irons
Romance
RUBY SPARKS | R Paul Dano, Zoe Kazan, Annette Bening
THE OTHER WOMAN | R Cameron Diaz, Leslie Mann, Kate Upton
A GOOD YEAR | PG-13 Russell Crowe, Albert Finney
THE BODYGUARD | R Kevin Costner, Whitney Houston, Gary Kemp
TWO WEEKS NOTICE | PG-13 Sandra Bullock, Hugh Grant, Alicia Witt
LITTLE MANHATTAN | PG Josh Hutcherson, Charlotte Ray, Bradley Whitford
THE FAULT IN OUR STARS | R Shailene Woodley, Ansel Elgort, Nat Wolff
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS | PG-13 Robert Pattinson, Reese Witherspoon, C. Waltz
ARGO | R Ben Affleck, Bryan Cranston, John Goodman
MASTER AND COMMANDER: THE FAR SIDE OF THE WORLD | R Russell Crowe, Paul Bettany, Billy Boyd
Drama 42 | PG-13 Chadwick Boseman, T.R. Knight, Harrison Ford ADAM | PG-13 Hugh Dancy, Rose Byrne, Peter Gallagher ANOTHER EARTH | PG-13 Brit Marling, William Mapothe, Matthew Lee Erlbach
Comedy
DRAFT DAY | R
Kevin Costner, Chadwick Boseman, Jennifer Garner
FREQUENCY | PG-13
Dennis Quaid, Jim Caviezel, Shawn Doyle HITCHCOCK | PG-13 Anthony Hopkins, Helen Mirren, Scarlett Johansson LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE | R Alan Arkin, Abigail Breslin, Steve Carell
MILLION DOLLAR ARM | PG Jon Hamm, Aasif Mandvi, Alan Arkin NEVER LET ME GO | R Keira Knightley, Carey Mulligan PRIDE AND GLORY | R Edward Norton, Colin Farrell, Jon Voight
Martin Freeman, Ian McKellen, Richard Armitage
X-MEN: FIRST CLASS | PG-13 James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jennifer Lawrence
STOKER | R Mia Wasikowska, Nicole Kidman, Matthew Goode
VERONICA MARS | PG-13 Kristen Bell, Jason Dohring, Enrico Colantoni
TAKE THE LEAD | PG-13 Antonio Banderas, Rob Brown, Yaya Alafia
WALLSTREET: MONEY NEVER SLEEPS | PG-13 Michael Douglas, Shia LaBeouf
THE DESCENDANTS | PG George Clooney, Shailene Woodley, Amara Miller THE RAILWAY MAN | R Colin Firth, Nicole Kidman, Stellan Skarsgård TITANIC | PG-13 Kate Winslet, Leonardo DiCaprio
CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN | PG Steve Martin, Bonnie Hunt, Hilary Duff
DUE DATE | R Ron livingston,Jennifer Aniston, David Herman
THE BIG YEAR | PG-13 Owen Wilson, Jack Black, Steve Martin
THE WATCH | R Ben Stiller, Vince Vaughn, Jonah Hill
BAD NEIGHBORS | PG Seth Rogen, Rose Byrne, Zac Efron
DATE NIGHT | PG-13 Steve Carell, Tina Fey, Mark Wahlberg
OFFICE SPACE | PG-13 Ron livingston,Jennifer Aniston, David Herman
THE DARJEELING LIMITED | R Owen Wilson, Adrien Brody, Jason Schwartzman
THE WEDDING SINGER | PG-13 Adam Sandler, Drew Barrymore
BLENDED | PG Adam Sandler, Drew Barrymore, Wendi McLendonCovey
DODGEBALL: A TRUE UNDERDOG STORY | R Ben Stiller, Vince Vaughn
RUN FATBOY RUN | PG-13 Simon Pegg, Hank Azaria, Thandie Newton
THE INFORMANT | R Matt Damon, Tony Hale, Patton Oswalt
ICE AGE: DAWN OF THE DINOSAURS | PG Ray Romano, John Leguizamo, Denis Leary
RIO 2 | PG Jesse Eisenberg, Anne Hathaway, George Lopez
Animation ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS | G Jason Lee, David Cross, Cameron Richardson
ICE AGE: THE MELTDOWN | PG Ray Romano, John Leguizamo, Denis Leary
ICE AGE CONTINENTAL DRIFT | PG Ray Romano, Dennis Leary, John Leguizamo
RIO | PG Jesse Eisenberg, Anne Hathaway, George Lopez
Thriller BLACK SWAN | PG-13 Natalie Portman, Mila Kunis, Vincent Cassel
LOCKE | R Tom Hardy, Olivia Colman, Ruth Wilson
I AM LEGEND | PG-13 Will smith, Alice Braga, Charlie Tahan
THE BUTTERFLY EFFECT | R Ashton Kutcher, Amy Smart
TRANSCENDENCE | R Johnny Depp, Rebecca Hall, Morgan Freeman
Filipino BRIDE FOR RENT | PG-13 Kim Chiu, Xian Lim
DA POSSESSED | PG-13 Vhong Navarro, Solenn Heussaff
FOUR SISTERS AND A WEDDING | PG-13 Bea Alonzo, Toni Ganzaga, Shaina Magdayao
SHE’S THE ONE | PG-13 Bea Alonzo, Dingdong Dantes, Enrique Gil
BUKAS NA LANG KITA MAMAHALIN | PG-13 Angelu De Leon, Diether Ocampo, Tessie Tomas
EKSTRA | PG-13 Vilma Santos, Marian Rivera
MAYBE THIS TIME | GPG-13 Sarah Geronimo, Coco Martin, Ruffa Gutierrez
STARTING OVER AGAIN | PG Piolo Pascual, Toni Gonzaga, Iza Calzado
Family DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: DOG DAYS | PG Zachary Gordon, Robert Capron, Devon Bostick
WE BOUGHT A ZOO | PG Matt Damon, Scarlett Johansson
DOLPHIN TALE | PG Morgan Freeman, Ashley Judd, Harry Connick Jr.
WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE | PG Max Records, Mark Ruffalo, Catherine Keener
Musical THE SOUND OF MUSIC | GP Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, E. Parker
*Available on selected aircraft
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MOVIE LIBRARY
Action
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Flights of Fancy
Maleficent Bad Neighbors
Short Films Short Films
Bad Neighbors
AIRSHOW
A340 **
1/2
3/4
7/8
17
A340 **
1/2
A330
1/2 3/4
7
A330
1/2 3/4
Bad Neighbors
AIRSHOW
17
7
3/4
7/8
5/6
A320 (classic)
AIRSHOW
1/2
1/2 3/4
P
P
Maleficent Bad Neighbors Short Films Short Films
A340 **
A330
Four Sisters And A Wedding Da Possessed
Ekstra
The Fault in our Stars Maybe This Time
Short Films
She's The One
The Other Woman
AIRSHOW
Short films
Godzilla
P
Locke
AIRSHOW
Ekstra Four Sisters And A Wedding
The Other Woman The Fault in our Stars
Da Possessed
Short Films
She's The One
Godzilla
Maybe This Time
Short Films Bride For Rent
Blended
Locke Starting Over Again
P
P
The Fault In Our Stars
Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin
X-Men: Days Of Future Past
A330 / A340 **
P
P
Maleficent
A320 / A319 *
AIRSHOW
Locke
Short Films
Bride For Rent
Godzilla
INDONESIA*, MAINLAND CHINA*, SINGAPORE
AIRSHOW
AIRSHOW
Blended
Locke
Starting Over Again
X-Men: Days Of Future Past
Short films
Blended
Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin
Maleficent
A320 / A319 *
BANGKOK, JAKARTA
Godzilla
17
P
AIRSHOW
Four Sisters And A Wedding
The Fault in our Stars
P
A330 / A340 **
Locke
Ekstra
The Other Woman Da Possessed
Short Films
She's The One
Godzilla
Maybe This Time
Short Films
Locke
AIRSHOW
A320 (classic)
AIRSHOW
P
The Fault In Our Stars
Bride For Rent
Blended
Starting Over Again
Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin
A320 / A319 *
X-Men: Days Of Future Past
KOREA
Maleficent
7
Short Films Short Films
AIRSHOW
Four Sisters And A Wedding
The Fault in our Stars
P
A330 / A340 **
Locke
Da Possessed
Short Films
Ekstra
Maybe This Time
Short Films
She's The One
Locke
Bride For Rent
The Other Woman
Godzilla
Short films
A330 / A340 ** The Fault In Our Stars
Godzilla
Starting Over Again
Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin
Blended
AIRSHOW
A320 (classic)
Bad Neighbors
3/4
P
P
P
P
7/8
5/6
5/6
Godzilla Bad Neighbors
AIRSHOW
17
7
7/8
X-Men: Days Of Future Past
AIRSHOW
Short films
Godzilla
3/4
5/6
P
Short Films Short Films Bad Neighbors
1/2
Blended The Fault In Our Stars Short Films Transcendence P The Lego Movie P Locke P Maybe This Time AIRSHOW
A320 / A319 * Maleficent
A320 (classic)
AIRSHOW
Maleficent Bad Neighbors
A340 **
GUAM, JAPAN
1/2 3/4
P
A330
5/6 7
3/4
1/2 3/4 5/6 7/8 9/10 11/12 13/14 17
INBOUND MANILA
The Fault In Our Stars Blended Short Films Transcendence P The Lego Movie P Locke P Maybe This Time X-Men: Days Of Future Past AIRSHOW AUSTRALIA, HONOLULU
A340 **
Godzilla Short Films Maleficent Bad Neighbors P The Railway Man P The Grand Budapest Hotel Maleficent AIRSHOW
P
1/2
AIRSHOW
Maleficent Godzilla Short Films Bad Neighbors P The Railway Man P The Grand Budapest Hotel The Other Woman
US MAINLAND, CANADA
A330
1/2 3/4 5/6 7/8 9/10 11/12 13/14 15/16 17
A340 **
OUTBOUND MANILA
BUSINESS CLASS
A320 (classic)
AIRSHOW
Short Films
Blended
AIRSHOW
A320 (classic)
AIRSHOW
Short Films
Blended
AIRSHOW
A320 (classic)
AIRSHOW
Short Films
Blended
AIRSHOW
A320 (classic)
AIRSHOW
Short Films
Blended
AIRSHOW
A340 **
A320 (classic)
A330 / A340 **
Short Films AIRSHOW
AIRSHOW Blended
AIRSHOW
Short Fims
AIRSHOW Godzilla
A320 (classic)
Godzilla
Maleficent
A320 / A319 */ A340***
AIRSHOW The Fault In Our Stars Short Films AIRSHOW
A330 / A340 **
INDONESIA*, MAINLAND CHINA*, SINGAPORE
Short Films
Maleficent
A320 / A319 */ A340***
A330 / A340 **
AIRSHOW The Fault In Our Stars Short Films AIRSHOW
BANGKOK, JAKARTA
Short Films
Maleficent
A320 / A319 */ A340***
KOREA
Short Films
A330 / A340 **
AIRSHOW The Fault In Our Stars Short Films AIRSHOW
(RP-C3435/36/37/38/39/41)
Short Films AIRSHOW
AIRSHOW Blended
A320 (classic)
Short Films AIRSHOW
AIRSHOW Blended
A320 (classic)
Short Films AIRSHOW
AIRSHOW Blended
A320 (classic)
Short Films AIRSHOW
AIRSHOW Blended
A320 (classic)
X-Men: Days Of Future Past Blended
A320 / A319 */ A340***
X-Men: Days Of Future Past Blended
A320 / A319 */ A340***
X-Men: Days Of Future Past Blended
A320 / A319 */ A340***
X-Men: Days Of Future Past Blended
A320 / A319 */ A340***
Blended Short Films Maybe This Time The Fault In Our Stars AIRSHOW
X-Men: Days of Future Past
AIRSHOW
P PTV only * Digital IFE-equipped aircraft: RP-C8600 to RP-C8615 * Via Singapore * Except Xiamen ** Applies to the following aircraft registries RP - C 3430/34 equipped with TAPE-BASED System (MAS 2000E) *** Applies to the following aircraft registries RP - C 3435/36/37/38/39/41 equipped with TAPE-BASED System (MAS 2000E)
Movie titles and channel assignments are subject to change without prior notice. Only short films will be shown on the following sectors: Manila – Hong Kong – Manila, Manila – Macau – Manila, Manila – Taipei – Manila, Manila – Xiamen – Manila, Vancouver – Las Vegas – Vancouver and Singapore – Jakarta – Singapore
2nd showing Short Fims AIRSHOW
AIRSHOW 1st showing Maleficent
A340 **
Short Fims
2nd showing Short Fims AIRSHOW
AIRSHOW
AIRSHOW Godzilla
A320 (classic)
AIRSHOW
Short Fims
AIRSHOW Godzilla
A320 (classic)
AIRSHOW 1st showing Godzilla
A340 **
2nd showing Short Films AIRSHOW
AIRSHOW 1st showing Maleficent
A340 **
AIRSHOW
Short Fims
2nd showing Short Fims AIRSHOW
Maleficent
A320 / A319 */ A340***
AIRSHOW
AIRSHOW GUAM, JAPAN
AIRSHOW Blended The Fault In Our Stars Short Films Maybe This Time
AIRSHOW Godzilla Short Films Maleficent
AIRSHOW Godzilla
A340 **
(RP-C3432/34)
INBOUND MANILA
AIRSHOW The Fault In Our Stars Blended Short Films Maybe This Time X-Men: Days Of Future Past AIRSHOW
AUSTRALIA, HONOLULU
AIRSHOW
AIRSHOW
(RP-C3435/36/37/38/39/41)
AIRSHOW Maleficent Godzilla Short Films The Other Woman
(RP-C3432/34)
US MAINLAND, CANADA
AIRSHOW Maleficent Godzilla Short Films The Other Woman
AIRSHOW 1st showing Maleficent
A330
A330
A330
A330
1st showing 2nd showing 3rd showing 4th showing
A330
1st showing 2nd showing 3rd showing 4th showing 5th showing
A340
OUTBOUND MANILA
ECONOMY CLASS
SCHEDULE
ART POP Lady Gaga
NIGHT VISIONS Imagine Dragons
GHOST STORIES Coldplay
NOW 85 Various Artist
GIRL Pharell Williams
ASIAN
THE HEIST Macklemore and Ryan Lewis
GLEE Asian F New York The Purple Piano Project I am Unicorn
PURE HEROINE
ALL ORIGINAL Jed Madela
LITTLE BIT OF LOVIN Zia Quizon
BOSSA LOVE Sitti
STRIPPED AND COVERED Six Part Invention
EXPRESSIONS Sarah Geronimo
THE NIGHTINGALE RETURNS Lani Misalucha
26 A GO GO!!! Flow
CANTOPOPSIBILITY C All Star
A 15TH ANNIVERSARY TOURBEST LIVE Ayumi Hamasaki
CRUSH 2Ne1
A8 (ANGELA ZHANG 8TH ALBUM)
Angela Chang
KIDS
* Additional short films available on Digital IFE-equipped aircraft with AVOD
PRISM Katy Perry
MIDNIGHT MEMORIES One Direction
FILIPINO
FOR AVOD*
Lorde
DUETS (GMM GRAMMY) Various Artists EVERYBODY Shinee
TV - OUTBOUND MODERN FAMILY The Butler's Escapade
GMM NEW RELEASE 2013, VOL 8 Various Artists HEAVEN/CLIFF Jess Lee
JUST KIDDING The Classics
MYSTIC BALLAD, PT 2 Davichi
MYTHBUSTERS Spy Car 2
SEASON 2 Infinite
MISIA New Morning
TV - INBOUND LAST MAN STANDING Back To School JUST FOR LAUGHS S12, E1
FROZEN SOUNDTRACK Various Artists
KIDZ BOP 26 Various Artist
KIDZ BOP 24 Various Artist
NOW THATS WHAT I CALL DISNEY PRINCESS Various Artists
KIDZ BOP 25 Various Artist
SOFIA THE FIRST The Cast of Sofia the First
BORDER-FREE Chucho Valdes
GADDITUDE Steve Gadd Band
FLINT Bill Laurance
GET THE BLESSING Lope and Antilope
FLY: THE CUSTOMS PRELUDE Hypnotic Brass Ensemble
PUSHING THE WORLD AWAY Kenny Garrett
TEEN BEACH MOVIE Various Artist
BRAIN GAMES S3, E1
FOR FULL CABIN AVOD* THALES i5000 (BOEING 747-400S)
iNFLIGHT TETRIS
JAZZ
INFLIGHT SUDOKU BOOKWORM CHESS BEJEWELED INVASION INFLIGHT TRIVIA TOURNAMENT
ALL TIME FAVES
SOLITAIRE
CALL ME Al Green DARK SIDE OF THE MOON Pink Floyd
PANASONIC EX2 (BOEING 777-300S)
INFLIGHT TETRIS S.U.D.O.K.U BOOKWORM
CLASSICAL
CHAPMAN: TEN SKETCHES OF LIGHT Alexander Chapman Campbell CLASSIC FM: 50 SENSUAL CLASSICS Various Artists
Paul Simon MILOS Milos Karadaglic MOZART REQUIEM, K.26 Nikolaus Harnoncourt
GRACELAND (25 ANNIVERSARY EDITION)
Nicola Benedetti
HOLD'EM POKER BEJEWELED
VERDI Placido Domingo
CAVEMAN REVERSAL TANGRAM DYNASTY
MY FIRST DECADE
** Available on B777/ B747 / A340 RP - C 3435/36/37/38/39/41 IPADS / PALiNAiR Wireless Entertainment
* For full cabin AVOD
* Available in B747 (RP-C7471 / RP-C7473 / and B777
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CDS | TELEVISION | GAMES
POP
MUSIC
3 FILIPINO POP IT CAN ONLY GET BETTER Charice
AWIT NI GINNY Toni Gonzaga
TARA TENA Kyla & Kaya with V3
MAHAL NA MAHAL Sam Concepcion
DAHAN-DAHAN Maja Salvador
MAYBE THIS TIME Sarah Geronimo
DI MO INAKALA Juris
PASENYA NA Yeng Constantino
KUNWA KUNWARI LANG Kyla
I HEART YOU Daniel Padilla
+63 (FEAT. YENG CONSTANTINO) Sponge Cola
PINASMILE Daniel Padilla & Kathryn Bernardo
BABALIKANG MULI (ADAPTATION OF NAMIDAGA KIMIO WASURENAI) Angeline Quinto
HANGGANG KAILAN KITA MAMAHALIN Angeline Quinto
HOW COULD AN ANGEL BREAK MY HEART (FEAT. ALYSSA QUIJANO) Charice
SASABIHIN (FEAT. NEOCOLOURS) Christian Bautista
TAKIP SILIM (FEAT. REGINE VELASQUEZALCASID) Gloc-9
SA 'YO NA LANG AKO Karylle
RIGHT WHERE YOU BELONG Julie Anne San Jose
MASDAN MO ANG KAPALIGIRAN Zia Quizon
STARTING OVER AGAIN Lani Misalucha
NARIYAN KA Juris
4 PINOY FAVORITES MULA SA PUSO Angelos
KUNG DI MO NA MAHAL Jonalyn Viray
LIPAD NG PANGARAP Angelos
ANONG NANGYARI SA ATING DALAWA Angelos
BAGONG UMAGA Erik Santos, Toni Gonzaga & Yeng Constantino
NASAAN Aicelle Santos
UMAAMBISYO Yasmien Kurdi
PANGAKO MO Jennylyn Mercado
SANA'Y MAGBALIK Jovit Baldivino
NGAYONG NANDITO KA Divo Bayer
HANGGANG WAKAS Juris
DAHIL MAHAL NA MAHAL KITA Roselle Nava
MULI Gabby Eigenmann
TAMANG PANAHON Wynn Andrada
ASA South Border
IF YOU EVER CHANGE YOUR MIND Marion Aunor
MAHAL KITA Maricris Garcia
KAHIT MAGDUSA Luke Mijares
HAWAK KAMAY Yeng Constantino
KUNG MABABALIK Toto Sorioso
AGAWIN MAN ANG LAHAT Eva Castillo
PAMINSAN MINSAN Piolo Pascual
CAN'T RELY ON YOU Paloma Faith
HOW I FEEL Flo Rida
MY LOVE (FEAT. JESS GLYNNE) Route 94
LOVE DON'T DIE The Fray
GOODNESS GRACIOUS Ellie Goulding
MAIDEN MØ
ROCK ME (LIVE VERSION FROM THE MOTION PICTURE "ONE DIRECTION: THIS IS US") One Direction
GET DOWN (LIVE) James Arthur
STAY HIGH (FEAT. HIPPIE SABOTAGE) [HABITS REMIX] Tove Lo
POWERLESS (FEAT. BECKY HILL) [MK REMIX] Rudimental
DEAD TO ME Nerina Pallot
5:00 AM Katy B
JERK RIBS Kelis
TAKE CONTROL Kodaline
5 HITLINE
WHEN I WAS A TEENAGER Room 94 BRAND NEW (DUET WITH JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE) Pharrell Williams NASTY Pixie Lott
HUMAN Christina Perri CANNONBALL Lea Michele
LOUD R5 SAY SOMETHING A Great Big World AIR BALLOON Lily Allen
LET GO FOR TONIGHT Foxes
6 BEST OF 70s & 80s I'M INTO SOMETHING GOOD Herman's Hermits
HE AIN'T HEAVY, HE'S MY BROTHER The Hollies
I WOULDN'T WANT TO BE LIKE YOU The Alan Parsons Project
WALKING ON THE MOON The Police
SWEET DREAMS (ARE MADE OF THIS) Eurythmics
GOOD VIBRATIONS The Beach Boys
WITHOUT YOU Harry Nilsson
I'M IN THE MOOD FOR DANCING The Nolans
RUN TO YOU Bryan Adams
FOOTLOOSE Kenny Loggins
DO WAH DIDDY DIDDY Manfred Mann
PLEASE DON'T GO K.C. & The Sunshine Band
LOVE REALLY HURTS WITHOUT YOU Billy Ocean
WITH OR WITHOUT YOU U2
DOWN UNDER Men At Work
GOLDFINGER Shirley Bassey
MORE THAN A WOMAN Tavares
DREADLOCK HOLIDAY 10cc
MONEY'S TOO TIGHT (TO MENTION) Simply Red
WAITING FOR A STAR TO FALL Boy Meets Girl
WICHITA LINEMAN Glen Campbell
SHE'S NOT THERE (SINGLE VERSION) Santana
NEVER TOO MUCH Luther Vandross
MANIC MONDAY The Bangles
PERFECT Fairground Attraction
7 JUNIOR JET SETTER SEVEN NATION ARMY The White Stripes
STEADY, AS SHE GOES The Raconteurs
BLUE BLOOD BLUES The Dead Weather
I'M SHAKIN' Jack White
LAZARETTO Jack White
BLUE ORCHID The White Stripes
SALUTE YOUR SOLUTION The Raconteurs
60 FEET TALL The Dead Weather
BLUNDERBUSS Jack White
THAT BLACK BAT LICORICE Jack White
ICKY THUMP The White Stripes
CONSOLER OF THE LONELY The Raconteurs
GASOLINE The Dead Weather
FREEDOM AT 21 Jack White
LITTLE BIRD The White Stripes
BROKEN BOY SOLDIER The Raconteurs
ANOTHER WAY TO DIE Jack White & Alicia Keys
SIXTEEN SALTINES Jack White
THE HARDEST BUTTON TO BUTTON The White Stripes
LOVING CUP (FEAT. JACK WHITE) The Rolling Stones
THE WORLD (FEAT. JACK WHITE) Danger Mouse & Daniele Luppi
WOULD YOU FIGHT FOR MY LOVE? Jack White
I JUST DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO WITH MYSELF The White Stripes
I CUT LIKE A BUFFALO The Dead Weather
FLY FARM BLUES Jack White
HIGH BALL STEPPER Jack White
GOOD DAY BAD Meshell Ndegeocello, Doyle Bramhall & Jonathan Wilson
YOUR LOVE WEIGHS A TONNE Nostalgia 77
SWEET DARLING PAIN Melanie De Biasio
AÏN TÉMOUCHENT Ginger Baker
WALK HERE Mats/Morgan
MOR Helge Lien Trio
CURLY KALE Led Bib
CHICK TALKS: ABOUT STEVIE WONDER Chick Corea
SPIRIT OF NATURE (FEAT. MELANIE CHARLES) Nicola Conte
NEW DAY Sun Ra
8 JAZZ CLUB THE JOURNEY Ambient Jazz Ensemble KNEEL DOWN Neil Cowley Trio SKETCH FOR MIGUEL Mark De Clive-Lowe
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GOLD COAST Bill Laurance TWO DOLLAR DAY Somi FORT Gogo Penguin
PASTIME PARADISE Chick Corea
CAN'T FIND MY WAY HOME (FEAT. ERIC CLAPTON) Nathan East
SUN TOUCH Herbie Hancock
GREEN, GREEN ROCKY ROAD Oscar Isaac ONCE UPON A DREAM Lana Del Rey
THE BURNING HEART Antony Hopkins, The Lyndhurst Orchestra & Gavin Greenaway
HOPE (XAVIER'S THEME) John Ottman, Jeffrey Schindler, American Federation Of Musicians & Jasper Randall Choir
THE WRESTLER (FEAT SLASH) Clint Mansell
BREAKFAST IN RIO John Powell, José Serebrier, Bruce Dukov & The Hollywood Studio Symphony
NOT ABOUT ANGELS Birdy
(IN THE EVENING) WHEN THE SUN GOES DOWN Gary Clark Jr.
THE MOON SONG (STUDIO VERSION DUET) Karen O & Ezra Koenig
I NEED TO KNOW Hans Zimmer, The Magnificent Six, Pharrell Williams & Johnny Marr
EVERYBODY WANTS TO RULE THE WORLD Lorde
CASTLES IN THE SAND Dan Siegel
AIN'T NOBODY Tom Grant LEAN ON ME Fantasy Band
THE ANGRY RIVER (FEAT. FATHER JOHN MISTY & S.I. ISTWA) The Hat
THE NEW LOBBY BOY Alexandre Desplat
STAY ALIVE José González
CAN'T GET AWAY Rodriguez
THRESHOLD Austin Wintory
SWEET THANG Shuggie Otis
THE PATH (A NEW BEGINNING) Gustavo Santaolalla
BONJOUR LE PASSE Jean Michel Bernard
WHITE RABBIT (ARABIC VERSION) Mayssa Karaa
I'M NUMBER ONE Constantine & Ricky Gervais
DESERT SUITE BRAD FIEDEL GRAVITY Steven Price
LET'S GO FLY A KITE Jason Schwartzman, B.J. Novak, Bradley Whitford, Melanie Lawson & Emma Thompson
MUSIC
9 TINSELTOWN
10 FLITE LITE DON'T KNOW WHY Jim Samuel ISN'T SHE LOVELY Jim Samuel THE GIRL FROM IPANEMA (FEAT. DAVE KOZ) Brian Simpson MIDNIGHT AT THE OASIS Kim Waters
SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON ME Nils CHANGES Jeff Kashiwa REACH THE SKY Steve Oliver YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL Warren Hill
I'LL BE AROUND The Rippingtons & Russ Freeman
DEPARTURE Dan Siegel
THE LOOK OF LOVE Peter White RED WINE & SUNSETS Nils
NIGHTSHIFT Gregg Karukas
TONIGHT'S THE NIGHT Theo Bishop
JUST MY IMAGINATION George Jinda
SEE YOU SOON Birds Of A Feather
LE QUATTRO STAGIONE, CONCERTO NO. 1 IN E MAJOR, RV 269, OP. 8, NO. 4 "LA PRIMAVERA": I. ALLEGRO Janine Jansen, Candida Thompson, Henk Rubingh, Julian Rachlin, Stacey Watton, Maarten Jansen, Liz Kenny & Jan Jansen
CARMINA BURANA: "O FORTUNA" Orchester Der Deutschen Oper Berlin, Christian Thielemann & Chor Der Deutschen Oper Berlin
AND I LOVE HER Adam Niewood
11 CLASSIC COLLECTION THE PLANETS, OP. 32: 4. JUPITER, THE BRINGER OF JOLLITY Los Angeles Philharmonic & Zubin Mehta LE ONDE Craig Ogden FINLANDIA, OP. 26, NO. 7: ANDANTE SOSTENUTO - ALLEGRO MODERATO ALLEGRO Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra & Neeme Järvi
SYMPHONY NO. 6 IN F MAJOR, OP. 68 "PASTORAL": 1. ERWACHEN HEITERER EMPFINDUNGEN BEI DER ANKUNFT AUF DEM LANDE (ALLEGRO MA NON TROPPO) Gewandhausorchester Leipzig & Riccardo Chailly ADAGIO FOR STRINGS, OP. 11 NO. 2 Baltimore Symphony Orchestra & David Zinman MAIN THEME FROM "FINAL FANTASY" London Philharmonic Orchestra & Andrew Skeet
SUITE BERGAMASQUE, L. 75: 3. CLAIR DE LUNE Ji Liu
THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RINGS: LORD OF THE RINGS Nic Raine & The City Of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra LES PÊCHEURS DE PERLES: "AU FOND DU TEMPLE SAINT" (THE PEARL FISHERS’ DUET) Sol3 Mio
PIANO CONCERTO NO. 2 IN C MINOR, OP. 18: 2. ADAGIO SOSTENUTO Vladimir Ashkenazy, London Symphony Orchestra & André Previn TRUMPET CONCERTO IN E-FLAT MAJOR, HOB. VIIE:1: 3. ALLEGRO Håkan Hardenberger, Academy Of St. Martin In The Fields & Sir Neville Marriner
VARIATIONS ON AN ORIGINAL THEME, OP. 36 "ENIGMA": VARIATION 9, NIMROD (ADAGIO) Royal Philharmonic Orchestra & Sir Charles Mackerras PIANO SONATA NO. 14 IN C-SHARP MINOR, OP. 27 NO. 2 "MOONLIGHT": 1. ADAGIO SOSTENUTO Ji Liu
12 JAMMIN’ IN JAPAN NAIMONONEDARI Kana-Boon
KILLING ME SOFTLY Tokyo Girls' Style
KONO MACHIDE Dreams Come True
ロマンスの途中 Juice=Juice
虹のせせらぎ Peaberry
レット・イット・ゴ・ - ありのままで (JAPANESE VERSION) Takako Matsu
HANAMICHI ANBISYASU Super☆Girls
SUPERSONIC Spyair
都・の一人暮らし ☆-Ute
SAKURAKOMACHI Passpo
KIMI GA AFURE DASU May J.
CAN YOU CELEBRATE? (FEAT. TARO HAKASE) [FROM BEST AL "BALLADA"] Namie Amuro
HOME SWEET HOME Beni
RENAI ETUDE Tokyo Girls' Style
RULE YOUR WORLD Crystal Kay
KENKAJYOUTOU Kishidan
SUMMER DREAM Max
ROCKエロティック Berryzkobo
わがまま ・のまま 愛のジョ・ク Morning Musume
ミステリ・ナイト! S/Mileage
13 ORIENT EXPRESS GALAXY CRISIS Joanna Wang
無朋友 Hacken Lee
星際旅行 (FEAT. 戴愛玲) Kimberley Chen
LOSE MYSELF Della Wu
高山低谷 Phil Lam
我回來了 Evan Yo
留不低 Kary Ng
努特 1976
CONSTELLATIONS Shirley Kwan & Mag Lam
NOT ABOUT KINDNESS Victor Wong
FOREVER FRIEND Alan Kuo
SWIPE TAP LOVE Jinny Ng
GOODMAN Phil Lam
沒有花收的日子 Kary Ng
看袂落去 Hsiao Hung-Jen
IRON MAN Eric Kwok
LAUGH TO TEARS Jess Lee
愚人快樂 Eason Chan
特別的人 Khalil Fong
YOUR SCENT Jung In & ☆☆
ONE MINUTE MORE (ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK) LaLa Hsu
YOU DON'T UNDERSTAND Ella Koon
歲月這把刀 Freya Lim
봄 사랑 벚꽃 말고 NOT SPRING, LOVE, OR CHERRY BLOSSOMS High4 & IU
14 SEOUL GROOVES 너를 너를 너를 YOU YOU YOU Fly To The Sky
STAR 4men
너 YOU Fly To The Sky
나의 옛날이야기 NAUI YETNAL IYAGI : MY OLD STORY Iu
COCKTAIL LOVE Hyosung, Jieun & Daehyeon
G.NA'S SECRET G.Na
여전히 뜨겁게 STILL IN LOVE Baek Ji Young
지우고 싶다 ERASE 4men
중독 OVERDOSE Exo-K
JUST HAD A DRINK Kim Bo Kyung & Punch
LAST ROMEO Infinite
LADIES NIGHT Ailee
아빙아빙 ABING ABING Orange Caramel
BEAUTIFUL NIGHT Kara
I DON'T KNOW YET Gain 너의 의미 NEOUI UIMI : MEANING OF YOU (FEAT. 김창완) Iu NIGHT AND DAY Wheesung
MR. CHU (ON STAGE) Apink 인공잔디 ARTIFICIAL GRASS Akdong Musician
KEY Mblaq HELLO MELLO Btob YOUR ANSWER Myname
1분 1초 NEVER EVER Ji Yeon 불꽃 FERVOR Baek Ji Young
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IPAD
MOVIES
ALL-ROUND APPRAISER Q: THE EYES OF MONA LISA
300: RISE OF AN EMPIRE Runtime: 102 mins
DIVERGENT Runtime: 139 mins
NOAH Runtime: 138 mins
THREAD OF LIES Runtime: 117 mins
ALL-ROUND APPRAISER Q: THE EYES OF MONA LISA Runtime: 119 mins
DRAFT DAY Runtime: 108 mins
RIO 2 Runtime: 101 mins
TRANSCENDENCE Runtime: 119 mins
GODZILLA Runtime: 116 mins
TEAM BATISTA FINAL: KERBEROS NO SHOZO Runtime: 127 mins
VERONICA MARS Runtime: 107 mins
BAD NEIGHBOURS Runtime: 96 mins BLENDED Runtime: 116 mins CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER Runtime: 136 mins DA POSSESSED Runtime: 120 mins
LOCKE Runtime: 85 mins MALEFICENT Runtime: 98 mins MAYBE THIS TIME Runtime: 115 mins MILLION DOLLAR ARM Runtime: 124 mins
THE FATAL ENCOUNTER Runtime: 135 mins
X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST Runtime: 120 mins
THE FAULT IN OUR STARS Runtime: 124 mins THE OTHER WOMAN Runtime: 108 mins THE RAILWAY MAN Runtime: 114 mins
BAD NEIGHBOURS
MOVIES - PAL iNAir WIRELESS ENTERTAINMENT 42 Runtime: 128 mins
HITCHCOCK Runtime: 98 mins
THE FATAL ENCOUNTER Runtime: 135 mins
ADAM Runtime: 99 mins
ICE AGE: DAWN OF THE DINOSAURS Runtime: 94 mins
THE FUGITIVE Runtime: 130 mins
ALL-ROUND APPRAISER Q: THE EYES OF MONA LISA Runtime: 119 mins
42
DUE DATE
LETHAL WEAPON 4 Runtime: 127 mins
THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY Runtime: 169 mins
ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS Runtime: 92 mins
MAYBE THIS TIME Runtime: 115 mins
THE WATCH Runtime: 102 mins
AVATAR Runtime: 162 mins
STOKER Runtime: 99 mins
THE WEDDING SINGER Runtime: 95 mins
BLACK SWAN Runtime: 108 mins
TAKEN 2 Runtime: 92 mins
THREAD OF LIES Runtime: 117 mins
DA POSSESSED Runtime: 120 mins
TEAM BATISTA FINAL:KERBEROS NO SHOZO Runtime: 127 mins
WRATH OF THE TITANS Runtime: 99 mins
DOLPHIN TALE Runtime: 113 mins DUE DATE Runtime: 95 mins
THE DARJEELING LIMITED Runtime: 91 mins
X-MEN: FIRST CLASS Runtime: 132 mins
THE DARK KNIGHT RISES Runtime: 165 mins
TELEVISION - PAL INAIR WIRELESS ENTERTAINMENT AND IPAD
2 BROKE GIRLS
2 BROKE GIRLS And the Pearl Necklace
LAST MAN STANDING Back to School
THE FAIRLY ODD PARENTS Dinkleberg/Spellmentary School
ALMOST HUMAN Skin
MODERN FAMILY The Butler's Escape
THE FOLLOWING Resurrection
BATMAN: THE BRAVE & THE BOLD The Battle of the Superheroes
MYTHBUSTERS Spy Car 2
THE MENTALIST The Desert Rose
PACQUIAO VS MARQUEZ Pacquiao Marquez 2
THE VAMPIRE DIARIES I Know What You Did Last Summer
BRAIN GAMES Battle of the Ages
ALMOST HUMAN
DALLAS The Return
PAW PATROL Pups Save the Sea Turtles/Pups and the Very Big Baby
GOLDEN BOY Pilot
SOMETHING TO CHEW ON
IT'S ALWAYS SUNNY IN PHILADELPHIA The Final Solution
SURVIVING JACK Pilot
TNA GREATEST MATCHES 2013/14 WHAT I SEE Episode 5
GAMES (IPADS ONLY)
ANGRY BIRDS RIO
ANGRY BIRDS
DOODLE JUMP
PLANTS VS. ZOMBIES
CHESS PREMIUM HD
CUT THE ROPE
PAC-MAN
KINGDOM RUSH
MONOPOLY
TIGER WOODS PGA TOUR 12
TINY WINGS BOGGLE
TEXT TWIST 2
BAD PIGGIES
ANGRY BIRDS RIO
FRUIT NINJA
JETPACK JOYRIDE SCRABBLE
TEMPLE RUN WHERE’S MY WATER?
TRIVIAL PURSUIT
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