Christmas Tree has been a symbol of joy and happiness to everyone - children, young and old. When there's a Christmas Tree, all we think is a very happy and magical Christmas! In 2004, Pope John Paul called the Christmas tree a symbol of Christ. This very ancient custom, he said, exalts the value of life, as in winter what is evergreen becomes a sign of undying life, and it reminds Christians of the "tree of life" of Genesis 2:9, an image of Christ, the supreme gift of God to humanity. (Wikipedia)

Christmas Trees All Around Cebu This Year, 2018!

But in some houses, some could not afford to put up a Christmas Tree even a little one. But don't worry, here in Cebu there are a bunch of public or private venues such as Malls, Hotels or Parks which we can visit and strike a pose for some Holiday photos! Now, check out our list!

Christmas Tree in Ayala Center Cebu by Miong Pelimon

Christmas Tree in SM City Cebu by Novereich Agustin

Christmas Tree in Insular Square Mall

Christmas Tree in Jpark Island Waterpark Cebu. Pic by Sinjin Pineda

Christmas Tree in Marco Polo Plaza Hotel Cebu. Pic by Sha-Sha.

Christmas Tree in Radisson Blu. Pic by Doc. Xavier Solis.

Huge Christmas Tree of Robinsons Galleria Cebu. Pic by Jed Aries Yu.

Christmas Tree by Summit Galleria Cebu Hotel

Christmas Tree in Waterfront Airport Hotel and Casino

Christmas Tree in Waterfront City Cebu and Casino

Now, I'm super excited! On November 23, Cebuanos number one, SUN LTE is hosting a celebration full of music and surprises in Cebu. Co-presented by Satchmi, this event is entitled as "Para Nimo Cebu: Vinyl day!" to be held at the Garden Bloc, Cebu I.T. Park. The line-up of Local Artists is yet to reveal but keep on checking out the hashtags #SunParaNimo and #SunVinylDayCebu or check the official events page for more updates on all your social media accounts. See you there!!!

Para Nimo, Cebu! Vinyl Day!

Raise your hands up if you know Michael Learns To Rock! That's what I was thinking/asking when I was doing this article. I think everybody knows MLTR, even Millenials do! And for Cebu, this is a very good news for all of us and we should grab this opportunity as MLTR is coming to Cebu this December 7 for their Asian Tour 2018/2019!

Havaianas is not just a Summer thing! It's the comfiest part of our daily OOTD and of course, the biggest customization event is happening in the most anticipated and wonderful season of all, Christmastime! Welcome to Make Your Own Havaianas 2018! Here in Cebu, you can head to All FlipFlop, Level 1, Robinsons Galleria Cebu on November 16-20 for your #MYOHCebu2018!

Make Your Own Havaianas 2018

This year, Havaianas is bringing only good vibes amidst crazy times. The brand will take you to a place where positivity reigns. In this wilderness, leave all your troubles behind. Happiness abounds with hundreds of options to customize your own pair. 

Now here's my Commemorative pair I got from #MYOHCebu2018 !!

Make Your Own Havaianas 2018 Cebu

Make Your Own Havaianas 2018 Cebu

This year’s commemorative sole features a re-imagined version of the camo pattern with banana leaves against a deep blue background. Fun and dramatic all in one! This event also debuts a commemorative slim strap. Covered in the same print as the sole, it can be matched with a multitude of colors for an eclectic chic look.




Finish your unique sole and strap combination with a variety of pins that will make you smile. A slice of pizza, a palm tree, a smiley face, and the commemorative rainbow pin, – where part of the proceeds goes to Save the Children – a non-profit organization that provides relief and support to children in developing countries, are just some of the prize picks for 2018.

Here are the styles for #MYOH2018!

I'm excited! No, we're excited about this year's Miss Lapu-Lapu pageant! There are a lot of reasons why and be proud of this yearly event. Dubbed as the most beautiful and most colorful pageant, Miss Lapu-Lapu 2018 will showcase 15 lovely ladies oozing with beauty and of course, brain. Do you have your bets already?

Miss Lapu-Lapu 2018 Official Candidates

What’s new in Miss Lapu-Lapu 2018?

Miss Lapu-Lapu has a new project director and committee head. Atty. Ethelbert Ouano of the City Legal Office of the City Government of Lapu-Lapu is appointed by the Lapu-Lapu City Fiesta Executive Committee, Inc,, a non-stock, non-profit organization registered under Philippine laws to be at the helm of the pageant.  Atty. Ouano is ably assisted by his co-chairman Dr. Ronal Ferrer of the Department of Education Lapu-Lapu City Division.

The new Miss Lapu-Lapu Pageant Logo

Aside from a new committee head or project director, the Miss Lapu-Lapu Committee also rolled out a new branding logo.  The Miss Lapu-Lapu logo portrays a proud modern Oponganon woman’s silhouette with her head held up high. The head is overlaid with 30 petals and foliage as a symbol of femininity and a representation of the 30 barangays of the Historic Resort City. The crown is gold in color and is shaped like a bridge with mighty towers embellished with precious stones to symbolize grandeur, elegance, glitz, and glamour.

The logo is a refreshing take on the usual beauty pageant logos. The colors used are sky blue, golden yellow, persimmon orange, and forest green, which are Lapu-Lapu City’s branding colors. The font is straightforward and presents the pageant name with clarity.

Overall, the Miss Lapu-Lapu 2018 logo design reflects the pageant’s tagline: Beautiful. Colorful. It adheres to the mission and vision of the search for the modern ambassadress, embodying the promotion and preservation of the rich and colorful heritage of the city.


Miss Lapu-Lapu 2018 Partners and Sponsors

Miss Lapu-Lapu 2018 is co-presented by the City’s best brands, developers, hotels, and businesses. The committee is still completing the list of all commitments from its sponsors. Confirmed co-presenters and sponsors are the following:

Co-Presenters:

• AppleOne Properties, Inc. 
• Harley – Davidson Cebu
• Smart Communications

Sponsors:

• Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu
• Shangri-la’s Mactan Resort and Spa
• Mactan Rock Industries, Inc.
• Skin Doctors Facial and Cosmetic Clinic
• Gaisano Grand Mall of Mactan
• Island Central Mall
• Waterfront Airport Hotel and Casino
• Marina Sea View Restaurant

Now, Let's meet the Candidates!




The Coronation Night

Miss Lapu-Lapu 2018 Coronation Night will be on November 20, 2018, 7:00 PM at the Hoops Dome, Lapu-Lapu City to be directed by Ms. Marti Ybañez. Tickets will soon be available at the City Hall front corridors.

When you see those colorful coffee cups in Starbucks, then surely, Christmas season has started! And every year, this most wonderful time brings a magical touch to every child and every person on Earth. We feel the joy that Christmas brings! Thus, Starbucks is celebrating with us through their Holiday surprises and offerings!

On November 23, Friday, Head to Ayala Center Cebu for a joyful and magical Cheer Party hosted by Starbucks Philippines. See you!

At Starbucks, welcoming the season with delicious beverages that deliver the holiday cheer in each sip has become the tradition. But beyond these cozy cups, it brews something even more heartwarming. This year at Starbucks, the blend is the magic - it’s where all the things we love about the season come together to make our Christmas experiences extra special.

Starbucks hosted a grand Christmas launch with a magical blend of nostalgic traditions, merry activities, and festive food at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall. Two giant nutcrackers stood at the lighted entrance of the enchanting Christmas world and as guests stepped into the village, they were welcomed by a massive Christmas tree made with Red Cups and adorable Starbucks Bearista Bears, as well as a Starbucks Express train that circled around the Christmas village.




Guests further exploring the village discovered that it was brimming with exciting stations including a charming gingerbread house where they tasted the latest Starbucks offerings and saw the newest Christmas merchandise on display. There was also a larger-than-life Red Cup installation where guests scribbled their pledges to spread cheer and goodwill for the holidays. To capture their magical holiday memories, there was a cool Snow Globe 360º photo booth that had a magical virtual snow effect.

Cheer and laughter were in the air as guests participated in the fun games at the venue such as the ‘Starbucks Christmas Traditions’ game where they matched life-size Starbucks planner stickers and the ‘Snowy Cranberry’ game where they tossed toppings on the giant Snowy Cranberry Drinks. And it wouldn’t be Christmas without the traditional caroling which was held at the ‘Christ-Must Carol’ game station. Guests even got a chance to see Santa himself inside his cozy home and shared their Christmas wishes through his Mailbox.

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In the spirit of Christmas traditions, Starbucks is serving up delightful beverages for the season such as returning favorites; Toffee Nut Crunch Latte and Peppermint Mocha. Customers can enjoy comforting sips of sweet and buttery toffee nut flavors with the Toffee Nut Crunch Latte or delight in the festive chocolate and peppermint flavors of the Peppermint Mocha. All Starbucks Christmas beverages will be available in the hot, iced and blended format.



Starbucks is also introducing their newest holiday treat - the Snowy Cranberry White Mocha, a delectable blend of roasted espresso, velvety steamed milk, toasty white chocolate sauce topped with whipped cream and cranberry sugar sprinkles.

Christmas Blend Espresso Roast

Christmas Blend

For those looking to brew the familiar Christmas flavors from their homes, Starbucks is bringing back the Starbucks Christmas Blend and Starbucks Christmas Blend Espresso Roast. The Christmas Blend has expertly roasted and blended aged Sumatra beans and lively Latin American coffees that make for a sweet cup balanced with its cedary spiced layers while the Christmas Blend Espresso Roast is customized for espresso with a deeper sweetness and a hearty spiciness.

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Start your days merry with treats that go perfectly with the Starbucks holiday beverages, like the light and fluffy Almond Matcha Doughnut with its white chocolate matcha glaze and almond slivers, the soft Choco Peanut Butter Bun filled topped with crushed roasted peanuts and a chocolate and peanut butter drizzle, and the buttery and flaky Baked Cheese Tart with a cream cheese filling and a sugar glaze drizzle. Another breakfast delight for those on the go is the rich and creamy Cereal Milk Pudding topped with cereal flakes which come in mini cups.

Almond Matcha Doughnut

Baked Cheese Tart

Those looking for meatier pairings can delight in the mouth-watering Mexican-style Chicken Fajita Roll which makes a special return this year, the Cranberry Pistachio Turkey Flatbread loaded with chicken, turkey sausage, spinach and cheese, and the Baked Burrito filled with savory Mexican flavor rice.

Baked Burrito

In this season of family reunions and Christmas parties, Starbucks offers delectable treats for sharing at gatherings. Chocolate-loving guests will enjoy returning favorites like the seventeen-layer Chocolate Crepe Cake with Belgian chocolate cream filling and the moist Chocolate Toffee Nut Loaf along with new offerings like the Chocolate Oat Cheesecake made with layers of dark chocolate, milk chocolate and vanilla white cheesecake on a chocolate oat crust and Christmas Barks with a combination of dark, milk and white chocolate barks with cranberries, strawberries and pistachio. Another sumptuous dessert is the chiffon-light Vanilla Blueberry Cake finished with milky cream frosting and blueberry cookie crumble. Customers can also share some holiday cookies like the Choco Chip Overload Cookies with milk and dark chocolate chunks and chips and decadent Chocolate Cracked Cookies covered in confectioner’s sugar.

Choco Oat Cheesecake

Chocolate Crepe Cake

Cracked Cookie

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Starbucks Cards available inside the Travel Organizers and Starbucks Planners

Gift giving is made easy with the Starbucks Holiday Gift Card Collection, a series of cards depicting lovely Christmas moments to spread the joy of the festive season. These cards are the Snowman card, the Holiday Tree card, and the Maligayang Pasko card for a P300 activation.



This Christmas, the blend is the magic at Starbucks - a blend of cheerful music, décor and service to inspire moments of connection, a blend of styles, cultures and traditions to bring the common joy of the season, and a blend of espresso, flavor, care and attention in each cup to deliver a holiday moment just for you.

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Starbucks Planner

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

1. Promotion starts on November 2, 2018. Stickers may be collected starting November 2, 2018 to January 7, 2019 (“Promo Period”).
2. A customer can avail of the paper promo card with no purchase requirement from any Starbucks store in the Philippines within the Promo Period.
3. One (1) sticker is awarded for any Tall, Grande or Venti Starbucks® handcrafted beverage purchase. A customer must accumulate a total of eighteen (18) stickers to redeem one (1) Limited Edition Starbucks Philippines 2019 Planner or Starbucks Philippines Travel Organizer (“Reward”).

Starbucks Travel Organizers