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About Ria Jose

Professional Blogger. Social Media Strategist. Davao Bloggers Society Founding President. Aspiring Vlogger. Brand Ambassador. With over 10 blogs developed, you could say Ria has tried it all. Well, at least online. After more than 10 years as resident blogger and editor-in-chief of MyDavaoCity.com, she remains passionate and committed to sharing her hometown to the world.

National Book Store Book Binge Bazaar Davao 2018

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Bookworms, rejoice! The country’s largest book store chain is bringing their biggest book sale event to Davao. This weekend, National Book Store (NBS) is hosting their first ever Book Binge Bazaar in Davao.

The National Book Store Book Binge Bazaar 2018 is in Davao this weekend!

Book Binge Bazaar Prices

Thousands of books will be stacked at SMX Davao, ready to fill your shopping carts. And everything will be available for as low as only P75.

All the books at the National Book Store Book Binge Bazaar will be available at only five price points: P75, P125, P175, P275, and P375. So bingeing is cheaper and budgeting is easier!

According to information from posts using the #BookBingeBazaar hashtag on Instagram, children’s books are P75 each, fiction books are P175 each, non-fiction books are P275 each, and coffee table books and enclyclopedia are P375 each.

BBB Best-Sellers

Young adult titles are the biggest best-sellers at NBS Book Binge Bazaar events. Rick Riordan’s The Heroes of Olympus will be up for grabs. For younger readers, My Little Pony storybooks will be aplenty.
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Nailaholics National Pampering Day 2018

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Want to relax and get pampered for just P10? It is possible on the Nailaholics National Pampering Day 2018 on October 17, 2018. Yes, get pampered for only P10 this Wednesday. And everything is for a good cause. Exciting? Definitely.

Nailaholics National Pampering Day

Nailaholics provide their loyal customers, and new ones, to luxurious and relaxing pampering all year round. As a wat of spreading the joy of great pampering, they have launched the National Pampering Day campaign.

National Pampering Day 2018

Every year, Nailaholics treat their customers with hand and foot treatments for almost nothing. During the Nailaholics National Pampering Day, you can choose one of their five basic services and pay only P10. This year, you can avail one of these five services:

Hand Spa,
Foot Spa,
Manicure,
Hand Massage, or
Foot Massage,

We’d like to avail of them all. How about you?

No extras and no surcharges. You just pay P10 for your chosen service.

Get Pampered for a Cause

The even better news is not just Nailaholics’ customers will benefit during the Nailaholics National Pampering Day 2018. Every year, Nailaholics donates all proceeds to their chosen community partner. This year, your entire P10 will go to La Verna Aged Care and Dementia Village in Marikina City.

La Verna Aged Care and Dementia Village is the first Dementia Village in the Philippines. It operates with the vision to the “leading provider of sustainable, quality and holistic model of care for older persons” in the Philippines.

To know more about La Verna, visit this link.

Treat Yourself

So no need to feel guilty. Indulge yourself with a relaxing pampering session. Without spending too much. All the while, extending help to senior members of the community.

The #NationalPampering Day promo is available only on October 17, 2018 from 10 am until 2 pm. In Davao City, Nailaholics has three branches where you can avail of the promo: SM City Davao, Abreeza Ayala Mall, and SM Lanang Premier.

Want to know more about National Pampering Day 2018, follow Nailaholics on social media http://www.fb.com/Nailaholics on Facebook and @_nailaholics on Instagram.

Kadayawan Itinerary Recommendations

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MADAYAW! Welcome to Davao. The Kadayawan Festival is here. You might be wondering what you can do in Davao while you are here for the festival. The good news is there are a lot you can do in Davao any time of the year. The bad news… there are too many places to go to, so much food to try, so much to see that it can get confusing. Here are some Kadayawan Itinerary Recommendations from the My Davao City Team and Davao Bloggers.

Kadayawan Schedule of Activities

First things first, check out the Kadayawan Festival 2018 Schedule of Activities.

Download this Kadayawan 2018 Schedule of Activities and save to your smartphone.

For more details about these events, visit this post by Davao Bloggers.
http://www.davaobloggers.net/2018/07/21/kadayawan-festival-2018-schedule-of-activities/

Where to Stay

If you have not booked yet, Davao Bloggers has a list of Recommended Hotels in Davao.

Recommended Davao Hotel: The Bourke

Davao Bloggers list the Bourke Hotel, Home Crest Hotel, Green Banana Business Hotel, Madeline Boutique Hotel and Suites, and City North Inn in their recommendations. All five hotels are located within the heart of Davao and are easily accessible whether you are commuting or bringing your own car.

Recommended Hotels in Davao City

Learn About Davao

Kadayawan Festival is a celebration of Davao’s indigenous peoples, their arts, culture, and their invaluable contributions to Davao. There is no better way to celebrate the season than by knowing Davao’s roots and how the Indigenous Peoples, Christians, and Muslims came together to build the progressive and peaceful Davao that we now know.

A trip to Kadayawan Village in Magsaysay Park is a must. The village is home to replicas of houses and other architectural structures and buildings of the 11 Indigenous Tribes of Davao. During the Kadayawan Festival, it is the venue for many events and exhibits that showcase the life and culture of the Indigenous People of Davao.

Another place to visit is Museo Dabawenyo along Pichon Street, Davao City.

Artwork at Museo Dabawenyo.

Museo Dabawenyo is home to historical relics and artworks by Davao artists. Get to know how Davao was built and the pioneers who ventured south to be part of Davao’s history.

Appreciate Davao Arts and Culture

Marco Polo Hotel Davao is showcasing the works of rising Davaoeño fashion designer Wilson Limon and his collaborations with artisans of the Bagobo Tagabawa, Blaan, Tagakaolo, and Tboli tribes.

Tinky in Custom NiNOFRANCO Skirt.

The 4th Fashion Fusion also features works by Photographer Jowe Posadas, musician Maan Chua, and other Davao talents. The exhibit and pop up shop will be at the Marco Polo lobby until August 31, 2018.

Fashion Fusion Featuring NIñOFRANCO at Marco Polo Davao

For more information about NIñOFRANCO, visit their website at http://www.ninofrancoph.com/. To be updated updates, follow them on social media: at https://www.fb.com/ninofranco.ph on Facebook, and @ninofranco.ph on Instagram.

Kadayawan Itinerary Recommendation: Visit Davao Landmarks

Davao Bloggers list several other Davao landmarks as must visit stops for your Kadayawan itinerary.
http://www.davaobloggers.net/2018/08/04/five-must-visit-landmarks-in-davao-city/

In downtown Davao, you can visit People’s Park, D’ Bone Collector Museum, and the San Pedro Cathedral.
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Fashion Fusion Featuring NIñOFRANCO at Marco Polo Davao

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Kadayawan Festival is a celebration of Davao’s unique melting pot of cultures highlighting the life, arts, and culture of our indigenous peoples. This year, Marco Polo Hotel Davao celebrates Kadayawan with its 4th Fashion Fusion Featuring NiñoFranco by Wilson Limon.

Wilson Limon is known for his RTW and custom made pieces made with traditional ethnic design elements from various Mindanao tribes. Wilson is the first ever winner of the I AM STELLAR Fashion Design Competition. His deep appreciation for the arts and culture of indigenous peoples is apparent in his pieces.

Tinky in Custom NiNOFRANCO Skirt.

Fashion Fusion Featuring NinoFranco

This year, Marco Polo Davao kicks off their Kadayawan celebration with the launch of the NIñOFRANCO Trunk Show at the Lobby of Marco Polo Davao today, August 4, 2018.

Marco Polo Davao celebrates Kadayawan 2018 with the 4th Fashion Fusion featuring NinoFranco.

The NIñOFRANCO Trunk Show will feature pieces that showcase the arts of the Bagobo Tagabawa, the Blaan, the Tagakaolo, and the Tboli tribes.

For the Benefit of the Philippine Eagle

Marco Polo’s Fashion Fusion Opening Night will also be feature limited edition Philippine Eagle plush toys. The plush toys are accessorized with NIñoFRANCO Tangkulo-inspired scarves.

Marco Polo Davao Philippine Eagle plush toys in Tangkulo Inspired Scarves.

During the Opening Night of Fashion Fusion, guests may bid for a pair of the Limited Edition Philippine Eagle Plush Toy. Bidding will start at P2,500 per pair. Proceeds will be donated to the Philippine Eagle Foundation.

Davao Artists

The month-long exhibit will also showcase other Davao talents. Davaoeña singer and songwriter Maan Chua and Davaoeña fashion and event photographer Jowe Posadas will feature their works.

Floral arrangements of Happy Succulents, the antique collection of Arch. Jose Racho, and home furnishings by T’nalak Home will be on display.
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Malagos Garden Resort Promos for Kadayawan 2018

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The Kadayawan Festival is almost here. Whether you are a local or a tourist, a visit to Malagos Garden Resort is a good idea to celebrate the season. So if you are visiting Davao this August, these Malagos Garden Resort Promos will surely excite you.

Malagos Garden Resort - Kadayawan 2018 Promos

Malagos Garden Resorts offers discounts and deals for the 2018 Kadayawan Festival.

Kadayawan 2018 Room Rates

Enjoy a quiet night with your family and friends at the serene Malagos Garden Resort. The resort is away from the main festivities of the Kadayawan Festival. So if you like a more quiet and intimate celebration, do yourself a favor and book a room now.

Malagos Garden Resort Promos for Kadayawan 2018

Enjoy special deals on Malagos Garden Resorts Room and Day Tour Rates during the Kadayawan Festival.

From August 10 to 24, 2018, you can book an overnight stay at Malagos for only PhP3,124 per person. This promo rate is good for bookings for two or more. So bring along your special someone, your BFF, or better yet, book with your barkada, entire family, or with your travel buddies.

The package includes an overnight stay at a De Luxe Room, Welcome Drinks, a Set Dinner, and a Set Breakfast. Plus, you get a luxurious Chocolate Back and Arms Massage using the finest Davao chocolates from Malagos. Guests may also use the pool and will have free access to the Bird Feeding Dome, the Petting Zoo, the Butterfly Dome, and the Museo de Mariposa. And for a uniquely Davao cultural experience, guests will also be able to visit the Mindanao Contemporary Art Gallery and the Chocolate Museum.

Malagos Garden Resort Promos: Day Tour Package

If you do not want to spend a night away from the city or already booked a room somewhere else, worry not. Malagos Garden Resort has an activity-packed Day Tour Package for only P650 per person. The package includes Lunch Buffet available from 11 am to 2 pm and an Animal Encounter Show at 2 pm. On weekends, guests also get to experience a one of a kind Interactive Bird Show at 10:30 am.

Visit the Chocolate Museum at Malagos Garden Resort Access is free for guest staying overnight.

This Day Tour Package is available from August 10 to 19, 2018.

Malagos Kadayawan Bazaar

And what better way to celebrate the thanksgiving festival of Kadayawan than with a bazaar featuring the best bounty of Davao.

From August 10 to 19, 2018, Malagos Garden Resort will host a Kadayawan Bazaar. The bazaar will feature fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers, seedlings, Davao delicacies, and souvenir items. The bazaar will be open from 10 am to 4 pm daily.
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Piolo Pascual: Keeping Promises with Sun Life

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Who does not know Piolo Pascual? From the small screen to the silver screen and even on billboards and standees in malls, Piolo Pascual is everywhere. It is hard to not know his face and even harder not to know what’s up with him.

More than looks, Piolo is known for his talent and his work ethics. This celebrity works hard for a good reason. Piolo believes that relationships are built on promises: the promise to love, to care, to secure, to protect, and to provide. And Piolo Pascual is committed to fulfill these promises to his family. As a son, a sibling, and a father, Piolo takes his promises seriously.

Piolo with Sister and Sun Life Partner Chiqui on building a partnership and how it helps Piolo fulfill his promises and keep his commitments.

However, bringing promises to fruition becomes a challenge when financial troubles arise. And no matter how hard you work and how conscientious you save and prepare for the rainy days, money problems can arrive from out of nowhere.

Piolo on How he Fulfills Promises

Piolo shares “Like any other person, I want to give my family the best life possible. I am a man of my word, that’s why I work hard and seize every opportunity that comes my way. But more than just earning money, it’s how you manage your finances that makes a difference. Fortunately, I have the guidance and help of one very special lady: my very own sister, Chiqui Pascual-Gonzales, who also happens to be my Sun Life Advisor.”

Chiqui has been instrumental in ensuring that Piolo’s dreams for his family will all come true. “It’s a partnership through and through. With her help, I’ve been able to make it all happen while still pursuing my own passions and advocacies,” Piolo said.
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