BEST CEBU BLOGS AWARDS

Best Cebu Bloggers of 2021 and Special Awards

<div style="text-align: left;">Pandemic has been slowing everything - but this won't stop our passion to learn more, to explore more, and be the best Bloggers we are! This Covid-19 pandemic challenges our creativity to do the best in our craft and it helps us to be more responsible towards our followers, family, and friends. The 14th BCBA is backed up by our Gold Sponsors namely <b><i><a href="http://www.pldthome.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PLDT Home</a>, <a href="https://www.bpi.com.ph/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bank of the Philippine Islands</a>, <a href="https://www.paymaya.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PayMaya </a>and <a href="https://www.mi.com/ph/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Xiaomi Philippines</a></i></b> with Silver Participation of <b><i><a href="https://www.philamlife.com/en/index.html/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AIA Philippines</a></i></b>. Now, with the help of these ever-supportive Brands who are always there keeping the bond so tight, our Best Cebu Blogs Awards 2021 Winners emerge with great pride and honor. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WKXrEfqSu3M/YZNJpaNynxI/AAAAAAAAXsE/PucOV1q-8rIYJV3FOnaJ7PzOwiZbCHggQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1000/bcba2021-Winners-collage.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Best Cebu Blogs Awards 2021 Winners" border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1000" height="512" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WKXrEfqSu3M/YZNJpaNynxI/AAAAAAAAXsE/PucOV1q-8rIYJV3FOnaJ7PzOwiZbCHggQCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h512/bcba2021-Winners-collage.jpg" title="Best Cebu Blogs Awards 2021 Winners" width="640"></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Best Cebu Blogs Awards 2021 Winners </td></tr></tbody></table><br><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Here are your 2021 Best Cebu Blogs Awards Winners!!!</span></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-QxSaz4Y6qJo/YZ8_vPA6yRI/AAAAAAAAXxo/iHqq0kFcxTEE7QeKOfySdUz9-SeMOTgFACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/BCBA_BEYEE.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-QxSaz4Y6qJo/YZ8_vPA6yRI/AAAAAAAAXxo/iHqq0kFcxTEE7QeKOfySdUz9-SeMOTgFACLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/BCBA_BEYEE.jpg" width="480"></a></div><br><div style="text-align: left;"><br></div><span></span>

Best Cebu Bloggers of 2021 and Special Awards

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PLDT speeds up network migration for Home Ultera

<div style="text-align: left;"><div>[[PRESS RELEASE] Manila, Philippines – The Philippines’ largest, fully integrated telco provider <a href="https://www.bestcebublogsawards.com/search/label/PLDT%20Home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PLDT </a>Inc. announces the completion of its initiatives to transform its legacy fixed wireless service called <a href="https://pldthome.com/ultera" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Home Ultera</a>, into a better and faster fixed wired and wireless service.   </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjr0sXjfSmGCjwuRDVeJhByAq4zPv3wQlPkyOgltfnE7X9T3UYtocIrEZl_ACCj8yLyned1QBet2R3bKcY60eAK1RynVX_kNIsaFtOROCOWXOGHADdIMB5PqXNsAJCiaW0aCXAsGXN3qeZz49_x0jo2x1VF69y9hCcFtziSsEkA64Nxkns9vyyGdZsP/s1350/banner_web.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="pldt home ultera" border="0" data-original-height="557" data-original-width="1350" height="264" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjr0sXjfSmGCjwuRDVeJhByAq4zPv3wQlPkyOgltfnE7X9T3UYtocIrEZl_ACCj8yLyned1QBet2R3bKcY60eAK1RynVX_kNIsaFtOROCOWXOGHADdIMB5PqXNsAJCiaW0aCXAsGXN3qeZz49_x0jo2x1VF69y9hCcFtziSsEkA64Nxkns9vyyGdZsP/w640-h264/banner_web.png" title="pldt home ultera" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>PLDT will complete the scheduled decommissioning of about 185 telecom towers by end-July 2022, which provide Time-Division Duplex Long-Term Evolution or TD-LTE coverage to Home Ultera. </div><div><br /></div><div>This means that over 3,000 subscribers of Home Ultera who are eligible for service migration, will have the option to either move to higher speed fixed fiber plans, or to a postpaid wireless service for the home at no additional cost and for a better customer experience. </div><div><br /></div><div>Customers who will migrate to Home Fiber will also enjoy the free installation and modem fees. </div><div><br /></div><div>This migration initiative will cover 58 areas in the Philippines including Abra, Agusan del Sur, Aklan, Albay, Antique, Basilan, Bataan, Batangas, Benguet, Biliran, Bohol, Bukidnon, Bulacan, Cagayan, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Capiz, Cavite, Cebu, Davao de Oro, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, Davao Oriental, Eastern Samar, Guimaras, Ifugao, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Iloilo, La Union, Laguna, Lanao del Norte, Maguindanao, Metro Manila, Misamis Occidental, Misamis Oriental, Mountain Province, Negros Occidental, Negros Oriental, North Cotabato, Northern Samar, Nueva Ecija, Nueva Vizcaya, Oriental Mindoro, Palawan, Pampanga, Pangasinan, Quezon, Rizal, Romblon, Sorsogon, Southern Leyte, Sultan Kudarat, Surigao del Sur, Tarlac, Zambales, Zamboanga del Sur, and Zamboanga Sibugay. </div><div><br /></div><div>The decommissioning follows the tower sale announced by PLDT early this year. In April, PLDT announced a breakthrough sale and leaseback arrangement of 5,907 telecom towers as part of its strategic transformation to further invest and improve network operations. </div><div><br /></div><div>PLDT remains the only telco provider in the Philippines that can deliver up to 10,000 Mbps fiber-optic service. ItS PLDT Home unit provides the fastest internet to over 3.1 million fiber subscribers through its nation-widest infrastructure reaching over 803,000 kilometers, 15.5 million homes passed, and a total fiber capacity of 6.25 million ports. This fiber network also connects the nationwide wireless LTE and 5G network of PLDT and Smart, connecting each cell site to each other and to the core, and providing LTE and 5G coverage to customers from Batanes to Tawi-tawi.  </div><div><br /></div><div>Know more about PLDT Home services. Visit www.pldthome.com.  </div></div>

PLDT speeds up network migration for Home Ultera

[[PRESS RELEASE] Manila, Philippines – The Philippines’ largest, fully integrated telco provider PLDT Inc. announces the completion of its i...

Maya’s Latest Tipid Hits, Rewards For Everyone

<div style="text-align: left;">All-in-one money app <a href="https://www.bestcebublogsawards.com/search/label/Maya%20Bank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maya </a>makes everyday shopping more fun and exciting with Tipid Hits! There is always a thrill in getting good rewards and great deals, and this is exactly what you’ll enjoy when you use Maya when paying for your essentials or even for your much-needed self-care treat. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN2ZLVcGNeIWCzWPW7MKPCR6u4lxC3B4ssywOifmrDr3esy3MfdNFKgiE7HHL0KYenR0irg8_G1iEC_7izPngtnIfNxyAjVQR61SgLnWG-4WdFFpP1gG4YPXprJvQIa0nC00DmSVaKe2spDVRphrgrzfhR0c10ONjKDbeFTJ0wfG4ctl2yC20hJ_H1/s1200/Maya%20Tipid%20Hits%5B42%5D.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN2ZLVcGNeIWCzWPW7MKPCR6u4lxC3B4ssywOifmrDr3esy3MfdNFKgiE7HHL0KYenR0irg8_G1iEC_7izPngtnIfNxyAjVQR61SgLnWG-4WdFFpP1gG4YPXprJvQIa0nC00DmSVaKe2spDVRphrgrzfhR0c10ONjKDbeFTJ0wfG4ctl2yC20hJ_H1/w640-h640/Maya%20Tipid%20Hits%5B42%5D.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div> </div><div>Tipid Hits covers a series of cashback rewards and promos for your everyday spending. So whenever you are paying for your bills, or treating yourself to a good meal, there’s always a reward waiting for you when you pay with Maya. Here are just some of the ways you can take advantage of these Tipid Hits this July! </div><div> </div><div><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Newbie Hits </span></b></div><div> </div><div>If you are new to Maya, you can get up to P100 on your first week upon sign-up! This includes an instant P20 when you sign up, and P80 when you upgrade and do your first transaction.  </div><div> </div><div>And if you help your family and friends to join Maya, upgrade their account, and complete their first transaction, you get up to P3,000! You can enjoy P100 for every referral, capped at 15 referrals per month. If you reach this number, you get an additional P1,500 on top of your accumulated earnings—which goes all the way up to P3,000! </div><div> </div><div><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Adulting Hits </span></b></div><div> </div><div>Adulting doesn’t have to be so tough, especially with deals to make bills payment or even cashing in a bit more sulit. If you’re paying for any bill with Maya for the first time, you will get P50 cashback, plus a raffle entry to become one of the 50 Maya users who will only have to pay P1 for your bill. If you win, the rest of the bill amount will be refunded to your account, capped at P5,000. </div><div> </div><div>If you’re paying government dues for PAG-IBIG, SSS, or NHMFC for the first time with Maya, you can get up to P100 cashback – P50 on your first bill, and another P50 on your second bill. </div><div> </div><div>Sending allowance to your siblings or simply pitching in for your lunch out with officemates? Do it with Maya and get up to P150 cashback! You get a P50 cashback for sending at least P3,000 for the first time. Continue sending P1,000 to 10 different Maya users and get an additional P10 reward for each transaction. Now you have an extra budget for a nice milk tea treat for completing your adulting duties! </div><div> </div><div>To top it all off, you can enjoy FREE cash in, or zero service fees, at any of the 63,000 Maya Centers nationwide. This way, you only spend on things that matter to you, and take advantage of exciting deals at that! </div><div> </div><div><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Reloaded Hits</span></b> </div><div> </div><div>Get the most bang for your buck when you’re loading up your data bundles or leveling up your game with Maya!  </div><div> </div><div>When you buy P100 worth of data bundles from the Maya Shop, you get P100 worth of Razer Gold codes to amp up your game. And speaking of gaming, you can enjoy 20% cashback when you reach an accumulated spend of P500 on gaming items from the Maya Shop, and 100% cashback when you buy load for the first time on Shop. </div><div> </div><div>Meanwhile, you can enjoy a 6% cashback when you buy at least P300 worth of load this July. When you spend a total of P3,000 on load by July 20, you’ll also get an additional 20% cashback on your additional load purchases from July 24-31.  </div><div> </div><div>Buying load via Maya also gives you the chance to be one of 25 weekly winners of P1,000, and one of two grand prize winners of P500,000 at the end of the promo this month!  </div><div><br /></div><div><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Self-Care Hits</span></b></div><div><br /></div><div>And of course, Maya makes shopping for yourself guilt-free and rewarding with its Self-Care Hits.  </div><div><br /></div><div>Going on a food trip? Enjoy these exclusive deals with Maya! Get 30% off on Regular or Large a la carte Pan Pizza and Stuffed Crust Pizzas for your dine-in, take-out, and delivery orders at Pizza Hut. If you’re craving some Chinese food, get P50 cashback for a minimum spend of P500 when you pay via Maya QR or with your Maya number at Harbour City Dimsum, Dimsum Break, Ding How, Ding Qua Qua or iwantdimsum.com. For quick eats, visit Taco Bell and for every purchase worth at least P450, you can get a free order of Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes. To cap it off, end your meals with a sweet treat from Dairy Queen, and save P100 when you buy their 8-inch cakes! </div><div><br /></div><div>Taking a well-deserved break is a breeze – especially with Tipid Hits, just for you. Get 7% off of your stay when you book at Agoda via Maya and use the code “MAYA7JUL” until September 14. You can also enjoy 15% off on your booking at RedDoorz when you pay via Maya until December 31.  </div><div><br /></div><div><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Weekend Hits</span></b></div><div><b><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span></b></div><div>As an added bonus, we're making your weekends more exciting too with exclusive deals that are available on Saturdays and Sundays, until July 31! You can get an instant 30% cashback max of P500, when you spend at least P300 at McDonald’s, SM Store, LCC Supermarket, LCC Department Store, and Gaisano Brothers Malls via your Maya QR or Maya-registered mobile number. </div><div> </div><div>“With Tipid Hits, we want Maya users to enjoy the best value for their money – especially for their everyday purchases. From the moment they sign up and each time they refer, cash in, send money, pay bills, reload, buy gaming items, and shop with our partner merchants, they are able to get a little something in return which can accumulate to huge savings or even exciting prizes,” said Pepe Torres, Maya Chief Marketing Officer. “All they need to do is complete their everyday transactions with Maya and reap the rewards on top of overall seamless experience from using an all-in-one money app.” </div><div> </div><div>For more information and updates from the country’s all-in-one money platform, visit maya.ph and follow Maya Official on Facebook. </div><div><br /></div>

Maya’s Latest Tipid Hits, Rewards For Everyone

All-in-one money app Maya makes everyday shopping more fun and exciting with Tipid Hits! There is always a thrill in getting good rewards an...

PLDT Home, Google launch Be Internet Awesome online series

<div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"><i>New kid-oriented show aims to teach kids</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>how to be smart, alert, strong, kind, and brave online</i></div><div><br /></div><div>Following its partnership announcement to further strengthen efforts in educating Filipino kids and families about internet safety and digital responsibility, the Philippines’ leading home broadband and digital service provider <a href="https://www.bestcebublogsawards.com/search/label/PLDT%20Home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PLDT Home</a> and Google joined forces in creating a kid-oriented video series online. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-UlFCuYJ8m3fVICM7l_AurzWKLYS2vZR72Zit8o8us_ljItZ9b2i8FIBuwixcmVWTVqFGLTpZqrfyJk6-ZDvffQ4we4vcopeYPRG4KHaMcduABqyL3xZdHsrRI6yh_Sr_heI0LTdChRni5LgRbFzpGcEMe-7XUUfoytDFXe2DrkckM_t1oag185I1/s4032/Banner%20photo.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-UlFCuYJ8m3fVICM7l_AurzWKLYS2vZR72Zit8o8us_ljItZ9b2i8FIBuwixcmVWTVqFGLTpZqrfyJk6-ZDvffQ4we4vcopeYPRG4KHaMcduABqyL3xZdHsrRI6yh_Sr_heI0LTdChRni5LgRbFzpGcEMe-7XUUfoytDFXe2DrkckM_t1oag185I1/w640-h480/Banner%20photo.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The Be Internet Awesome online series combines animation and live action — featuring Gen Alpha whiz Sam and his trusty friend Robo-berto in fun-filled yet enlightening adventures on how to be smart, alert, strong, kind, and brave online. The series is based on the values of Google’s Be Internet Awesome global program and is directed by Manny Angeles, an award-winning director and producer of kid-oriented and animated shows. </div><div><br /></div><div>Available in both English and Filipino in the Philippines, Be Internet Awesome aims to teach children the fundamentals of leading a digital life which includes what kind of information to post on social media and how to deal with cyberbullying among others. This is part of the many efforts of Google to help keep people safe online. </div><div><br /></div><div>“Our children are true digital natives. They grew up with the internet and everything the digital world has to offer. But as they broaden their horizons for discovery and learning, it also exposes them to risks and dangers,” said Jeremiah de la Cruz, Senior Vice President and Head of Consumer Home Group, PLDT Inc. “Through this original series, we at PLDT Home want to translate the teachings from Google’s Be Internet Awesome program into an entertaining and practical show that children can enjoy watching while learning about online safety early on.”</div><div><br /></div><div>“PLDT Home’s partnership with Google for Be Internet Awesome aligns with our larger group-wide commitment: to strengthen customer-centricity. At PLDT, we not only find ways to simplify technology and experience for our customers, but we also strive to do business responsibly by putting their safety and well-being at the forefront of all our products and services,” said Alfredo S. Panlilio, President and CEO of PLDT Inc. And Smart Communications, Inc.</div><div><br /></div><div>In 2021, PLDT also invested over P2 billion in cybersecurity and protection filtering. The country’s largest integrated telco has since been very active in detecting, responding, and preventing both domain and content-level access to child sexual abuse material (CSAM) within the network. PLDT’s Child Protection Platform has blocked almost 300,000 URLs linked CSAM by the end of May and prevented more than a billion attempts to access these illegal sites from November last year to May this year.</div><div><br /></div><div>“After launching Be Internet Awesome in 2021 in the Philippines, we are glad to have found a like-minded partner in PLDT who champions the same values when it comes to protecting kids online. Through PLDT and more potential partners in the future, we hope to scale Be Internet Awesome and provide more families with a practical way of teaching digital safety and wellness to their children so they can become responsible, confident explorers of the online world,” said Bernadette Nacario, Country Director of Google Philippines.</div><div><br /></div><div>The Be Internet Awesome online series will premiere on the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/pldthome" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PLDT Home YouTube channel</a> on July 8, 2022. </div><div><br /></div></div>

PLDT Home, Google launch Be Internet Awesome online series

New kid-oriented show aims to teach kids how to be smart, alert, strong, kind, and brave online Following its partnership announcement to fu...

Reach your personal goals with Maya's new savings feature powered by Maya Bank!

<div style="text-align: center;"> Earn 6% interest rate p.a. while working on your #LifeGoals </div><div style="text-align: center;">Reach your personal goals with Maya's new savings feature powered by <a href="https://www.bestcebublogsawards.com/search/label/Maya%20Bank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maya Bank</a>!  </div><div><br /></div><div>(PRESS RELEASE) A new phone, a much-needed family vacation, a seed fund for a side hustle, a down payment for a starter condo unit —these life goals are more achievable with the help of savvy money moves, thanks to Maya, the country's all-in-one money app, powered by Maya Bank. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1oCIYVjRA3PIcmUl-xWeS9ngspLew6gOlc6dGFNzd8vY1KbOUJJnmRodQrc5q5siMuHNXyuprph9lxfjS8Hy7OiscQetLN15ipl8IfGcfY40MQPSfOcPPR5Aw82ZbqgMIY7yavoOHBbJUF56_h3TdwU-Zj2b0hAmxr3KhNF8JkhQ47N_nOBVYU64q/s4151/Personal%20Goals.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4045" data-original-width="4151" height="624" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1oCIYVjRA3PIcmUl-xWeS9ngspLew6gOlc6dGFNzd8vY1KbOUJJnmRodQrc5q5siMuHNXyuprph9lxfjS8Hy7OiscQetLN15ipl8IfGcfY40MQPSfOcPPR5Aw82ZbqgMIY7yavoOHBbJUF56_h3TdwU-Zj2b0hAmxr3KhNF8JkhQ47N_nOBVYU64q/w640-h624/Personal%20Goals.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Maya recently launched Personal Goals, the newest digital banking feature that empowers users to save for different life goals while earning 6% per annum, one of the highest interest rates in the market. </div><div><br /></div><div>Under Maya Savings, you can easily set up to five active goals at a time and put a target amount and deadline of up to six months. The best part is that you can get a 6% interest rate on your Personal Goals savings for up to P1 million, per goal.  </div><div>  </div><div><br /></div><div>"Achieving goals, even small ones, feels great. Maya Personal Goals can help Filipinos set their own goals, track their progress, and celebrate milestones. It's a great way to help our users master their money and make the savings experience more delightful," said Angelo Madrid, Maya Bank President.  </div><div><br /></div><div>Getting started with your Personal Goals is easy:  </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7BGzPDvuo5Untlf7y1qEMHimFOwPK7T_UXqKCKTAV0cgPJ5D-O0g1pqqTT2Z6mlEr0zNv0CPZaBIfK_Rg-HAP08-JjaEEmejyIZQtY1EW38IBT0F4uvnEUhXu4uhbNXxnX1jABz7Z1K7pi0Rf2JCBVdcyK09C6Pmq7yQ9-Z0TijbT0N80Ps5A-8O7/s1200/Personal%20Goals%20KV.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7BGzPDvuo5Untlf7y1qEMHimFOwPK7T_UXqKCKTAV0cgPJ5D-O0g1pqqTT2Z6mlEr0zNv0CPZaBIfK_Rg-HAP08-JjaEEmejyIZQtY1EW38IBT0F4uvnEUhXu4uhbNXxnX1jABz7Z1K7pi0Rf2JCBVdcyK09C6Pmq7yQ9-Z0TijbT0N80Ps5A-8O7/w640-h640/Personal%20Goals%20KV.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><ol style="text-align: left;"><li>Go to Savings on your Maya app and tap “Create a Personal Goal” </li><li>Select the mood that best fits your particular goal.   </li><li>Enter the goal name, due date, and goal amount, and hit Continue.   </li><li>Check your goal details, tap Confirm, and key in the one-time password (OTP).  </li><li>Deposit money to start your saving goals and enjoy a 6% interest rate along the way!  </li></ol></div><div>  </div><div>Putting money to your Maya Savings is easy. Customers can deposit via Pesonet to their Maya Savings and Personal Goals accounts. They can also quickly cash in to their Maya wallet for free at over 90,000 touchpoints nationwide and transfer the fund to their savings accounts at no cost. Maya's free cash in touchpoints include all Maya Centers, BPI and Unionbank online, Ministop, Robinsons Supermarket, Shopwise, Palawan Pawnshop, and more.  </div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div>The Maya app, formerly PayMaya, was launched over two months ago and continues to be the top-rated finance app in both Google Play and App Store. Completely free to download, it seamlessly integrates digital banking services powered by Maya Bank, such as savings and credit, with its feature-rich e-wallet with features like cryptocurrency, micro-investments, and insurance. Maya customers also get their own virtual Visa card in-app and link up to three physical Visa and Mastercard prepaid cards. </div>

Reach your personal goals with Maya's new savings feature powered by Maya Bank!

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Cut your spending for everyday transactions with your Maya Visa card!

<div style="text-align: left;">(Press Release) With oil prices going up, it's now more important than ever to find ways to make the most out of your money. Whether shopping for groceries, paying for gas, or even booking a trip, the country's only all-in-one money app Maya can help you cut your spending on everyday transactions with the new Maya Visa card until July 31! </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYKZhqpDoQiUKH2dCIsqGnP-rlwS4luu3Bk1bvikfRiVraspYgmyMvACLRB3iWEBNhGmQTaKQvOf3_cTDTtTNi_rVWqAEunTFYRSsEWHWC1fPJzuZhhx2JKpuNN45i76nw8D9KoIyikvBCp9yyf-l6zww-b0XgUOa5211kJJDBKpz9H6_PdlL2j_76/s1000/Maya%20Cards%20KV_Horizontal.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="563" data-original-width="1000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYKZhqpDoQiUKH2dCIsqGnP-rlwS4luu3Bk1bvikfRiVraspYgmyMvACLRB3iWEBNhGmQTaKQvOf3_cTDTtTNi_rVWqAEunTFYRSsEWHWC1fPJzuZhhx2JKpuNN45i76nw8D9KoIyikvBCp9yyf-l6zww-b0XgUOa5211kJJDBKpz9H6_PdlL2j_76/w640-h360/Maya%20Cards%20KV_Horizontal.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div> </div><div>Just use your Maya Visa virtual or physical card when paying for purchases, and you automatically get a 1% cashback (max of P200) on every transaction worth at least P800. This is a great way to maximize your budget because you know that you're always getting something back in your Maya app! </div><div> </div><div>Because you're using a Visa-powered card for your transactions, you can pay with your Maya Visa card practically anywhere – even abroad. To make this deal even better, you can enjoy it with Visa's other exclusive offers to maximize your budget. </div><div> </div><div>To top it all off, cashing in via Maya is completely free at over 90,000 touchpoints nationwide. This means you're only spending your hard-earned money on things that matter to you (at a lesser price, at that!) – not on unwanted cash in fees.  </div><div> </div><div>Getting a Maya Visa virtual card is easy as it automatically comes when you sign up for a Maya account. New users can activate it by cashing in at least P100. You can use the Maya Visa virtual card in your app for online transactions.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Meanwhile, you wouldn't want to miss having your own Maya Visa physical card! This much-coveted card looks very sleek with its black minimalist design. You can score a 25% discount when you purchase your card at https://store.maya.ph/ and start cutting your spending. You can buy a Maya card for as low as P150 and also bundles of two or three cards for your family members and barkada to get free shipping.  </div><div> </div><div>You can use your Maya Visa physical card at over 100 million merchants in more than 200 countries and territories, including local stores in the Philippines. You can also use your Maya Visa physical card to withdraw funds at any Bancnet ATM. </div><div> </div><div>Once you're done shopping with your Maya Visa cards, use your cashback as additional funds for your bills, buy crypto, or add it to your Maya Savings account to enjoy the unbeatable 6% interest rate. With Maya, you can enjoy the best deals and manage your funds better because it's an all-in-one money app.</div><div><br /></div><div>Completely free to download from Google Play Store and Apple App Store, Maya combines the power of an e-wallet with new features like crypto, credit, and an innovative digital banking experience powered by Maya Bank, to allow you to spend, save, grow, invest, and master your money — all in just one app. </div><div><br /></div>

Cut your spending for everyday transactions with your Maya Visa card!

(Press Release) With oil prices going up, it's now more important than ever to find ways to make the most out of your money. Whether sho...

Cebu Pacific adds more international flights as travel restrictions ease

<div style="text-align: center;"><b><i>Cebu Pacific adds more international flights as travel restrictions ease. Ramps up Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Nagoya, Osaka, Seoul, Singapore!</i></b></div><div><br /></div><div>The Philippines’ leading airline <a href="https://www.bestcebublogsawards.com/search/label/cebu%20pacific%20air" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cebu Pacific</a> (PSE: CEB) ramps up its international network beginning this month by adding more flights to Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Nagoya, Seoul, Osaka, and Singapore, following the continuous easing of COVID restrictions for travelers.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgClINjEMAdPkGk9n3SZbH99g5gi-HMhjZIXI8V6W3Oe-65yvmh9Z3nJ22SQdxd0hvyQwBLnNKEW4YTt6D6OwssxqfSLx0NikNYVPHee4ZBjdFrK4WuRooUbs7a84Y5t-7J8sTTFP9PyWXNFjrkZwttj1kMgawMQelopx2sJaL2tJx4IdHj4l9dJ76y/s1500/seoul.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgClINjEMAdPkGk9n3SZbH99g5gi-HMhjZIXI8V6W3Oe-65yvmh9Z3nJ22SQdxd0hvyQwBLnNKEW4YTt6D6OwssxqfSLx0NikNYVPHee4ZBjdFrK4WuRooUbs7a84Y5t-7J8sTTFP9PyWXNFjrkZwttj1kMgawMQelopx2sJaL2tJx4IdHj4l9dJ76y/w512-h640/seoul.jpg" width="512" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Starting June 1, flights from Manila to Bangkok will operate up to five (5) times weekly; to Kuala Lumpur up to three (3) times weekly; to Hanoi up to twice weekly; to Ho Chi Minh up to four (4) times weekly; to Osaka up to three (3) times weekly; while daily flights to Seoul (Incheon) from Manila will be available.</div><div><br /></div><div>CEB flights to Nagoya, Japan will also increase from four (4) times weekly to five (5) times weekly starting June 29.</div><div><br /></div><div>CEB also intends to double its Manila – Singapore frequency as it operates twice daily flights starting July 1. Flight 5J 813 departs Manila at 5:35 am, while flight 5J 803 departs at 8:30 pm.</div><div><br /></div><div>Apart from these, CEB is also set to resume its three (3) times weekly flights to Sydney, Australia in July.</div><div><br /></div><div>CEB’s first international flight from its Cebu hub, Cebu to Seoul (Incheon), will also resume by July 3, operating twice weekly every Tuesday and Sunday.</div><div><br /></div><div>“We are happy to continuously see green shoots related to international travel as more countries open their borders, while others such as Bangkok, Malaysia, Singapore, and Vietnam completely dropped pre-departure COVID 19 tests for fully vaccinated individuals. As we anticipate demand to pick up, we will continue to boost our flight frequencies to enable our passengers to fly easy across our network – whether for a vacation or simply to visit family and friends, after such a long time,” said Xander Lao, CEB Chief Commercial Officer.</div><div><br /></div><div>On May 26, the Inter Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF-EID) released Resolution 168 stating that effective May 30, 2022, fully vaccinated individuals who received at least one booster shot are exempted from presenting pre-departure COVID 19 test results for entry to the Philippines.</div><div><br /></div><div>“We laud the IATF-EID for further simplifying travel requirements for travelers coming into the country. This directive makes it more convenient and more affordable for boosted travelers, both Filipinos and foreigners alike, to come home or rediscover the Philippines,” added Lao.</div><div><br /></div><div>CEB urges its passengers to check with the authorities of their destination for the latest protocols and requirements. For more information, passengers may refer to CEB Travel reminders page for the latest updates and complete travel guidelines to their destination. </div><div><br /></div><div>CEB continues to offer its guaranteed low fares to stimulate travel across its network. It continues to implement a multi-layered approach to safety, while it operates with a 100% fully vaccinated crew, 91% of whom have been boosted – all to ensure every Juan flies safely and conveniently on Cebu Pacific.</div>

Cebu Pacific adds more international flights as travel restrictions ease

Cebu Pacific adds more international flights as travel restrictions ease. Ramps up Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Nagoya, Osaka,...

Get UnbelievaBILLS cashback when you pay bills using Maya!

<div style="text-align: left;"><div>Rewards are sweeter when we least expect them. Especially for things that we least like doing, such as paying the bills, it's much easier to bear when we get an unexpected deal from it.  </div><div>  </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtNzfbLIuB7y6CZcxJ5QFrylTx8lWwMkWdHb_jyyHtBIAYxS4tHwutNJTo-ENhxanWKyFIdn1Cr4cYB0icjJpZZu81bsVYN3pTQE3zMf_p_0PsES8rX4kE4LdgiGi9wFgylwUf9p-LlU2BBFaTfMy105xP0W96svn5dHHuN34MpiURA695K5VPGDSF/s1920/Unbelievabills%20PR%20Photo.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtNzfbLIuB7y6CZcxJ5QFrylTx8lWwMkWdHb_jyyHtBIAYxS4tHwutNJTo-ENhxanWKyFIdn1Cr4cYB0icjJpZZu81bsVYN3pTQE3zMf_p_0PsES8rX4kE4LdgiGi9wFgylwUf9p-LlU2BBFaTfMy105xP0W96svn5dHHuN34MpiURA695K5VPGDSF/w640-h360/Unbelievabills%20PR%20Photo.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>That's why the country's only all-in-one money app, <a href="https://www.bestcebublogsawards.com/search/label/Maya%20Bank" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maya</a>, is giving you the UnbelievaBILLS promo, where you get cashback rewards of up to P250 when you pay your PLDT Home, Smart, Meralco, and other bills using the app.  </div><div><br /></div><div>  </div><div>"At Maya, we aim to give our customers good deals to make everyday transactions more delightful. Paying our bills is more of a responsibility for many of us. As an incentive, we're making it unexpectedly more rewarding with this our UnbelievaBILLS promo," said Pepe Torres, Maya's Chief Marketing Officer. </div><div><br /></div><div>  </div><div>It's super easy and, not to mention, really hassle-free to pay your bills using the Maya app because you don't have to go out and line up anywhere. You can do it all at home and on your phone!  </div><div><br /></div><div>  </div><div>Here's how you get that UnbelievaBILLS cashback: </div><div><br /></div><div>1. Pay your PLDT Home bill with a minimum of P1,500 on Maya. First-time payers get a cashback of P100 while returning payers get P50. </div><div><br /></div><div>2. Pay your Meralco, Smart Postpaid, or Smart Bro on Maya (with a minimum of P2,500 for Meralco and P999 for Smart Postpaid and Smart Bro) to get P50 cashback. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>You can do transactions 1 and 2 in no particular order. </div><div>  </div><div>3. After doing these, pay any other biller (except for Cignal, COL Financial, and billers under Donations or Payment Solutions) with a minimum of P1,000 to get P100 cashback.  </div><div><br /></div><div>Do all three, and that's up to P250 worth of cashback! You can do this and get the rewards until June 30. Pretty awesome, right? </div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div>Paying bills with Maya is effortless. Here's how: </div><div>  </div><div>1. Open Maya and log in—or if you're new, create an account for free. </div><div><br /></div><div>2. If you don't have enough balance in your Maya wallet, add some by tapping Cash In on the home screen and using the bank partner or payment channel of your choice. </div><div><br /></div><div>3. On the home screen, tap Pay Bills. </div><div><br /></div><div>4. On the Pay Bills screen, tap the appropriate category of the biller you want to pay.  </div><div><br /></div><div>5. Provide the necessary bills payment details, and tap CONTINUE to confirm your payment.  </div><div>  </div><div><br /></div><div>It's that fast and hassle-free! So, what are you waiting for? See for yourself how easy it is to use Maya, pay your bills on the app, and get the cashback rewards you deserve so you can do more with your money. Download the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and register for free. That's the beauty of Maya—it's everything and a bank. For more information, visit http://mayaph.co/TripleBillPromo. </div><div>  </div><div><br /></div><div>Maya is the all-in-one money platform bringing Filipinos bolder ways to master their money. It is powered by a unique integrated financial services ecosystem that addresses the ever-evolving financial needs of today's generation through cutting-edge technology.   </div><div>  </div><div>Maya leads millions of Filipinos — consumers, businesses, communities, and government agencies alike — into a digital economy that's more inclusive, transparent, and empowering. Maya is powered by the country's only end-to-end digital payments company, PayMaya Philippines, and Maya Bank for digital banking services.</div></div>

Get UnbelievaBILLS cashback when you pay bills using Maya!

Rewards are sweeter when we least expect them. Especially for things that we least like doing, such as paying the bills, it's much easie...

Miss Universe PH 2022 Celeste Cortesi is Miss PLDT Home

<p style="text-align: left;">Besting 31 other candidates with her unique beauty, wit, and passion for her advocacies, Pasay City’s Celeste Cortesi clinched the Miss Universe Philippines 2022 crown. The Filipino-Italian beauty is also now the new <a href="https://www.bestcebublogsawards.com/search/label/PLDT%20Home" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Miss PLDT Home</a> titleholder.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiClye7Dlrmk0V-Poj5vu_unX6AIBvjLBEz7B1CqJD0gesh0_7Q4pQ3DgONBNnkBpJ4JkV_sOczLuUG_im5n6U4aOKIU-XabjdRjGSnzJsKNF343B1_v3FvYw6KD_OVOZMsBOzlCkzc0-vUIJl-TEWg6xAoYossTbJbIjhkTL6X_GBOEx34ViUFw9bd/s1079/Miss%20PLDT%20Home%202022%20Celeste%20Cortesi.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1079" data-original-width="720" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiClye7Dlrmk0V-Poj5vu_unX6AIBvjLBEz7B1CqJD0gesh0_7Q4pQ3DgONBNnkBpJ4JkV_sOczLuUG_im5n6U4aOKIU-XabjdRjGSnzJsKNF343B1_v3FvYw6KD_OVOZMsBOzlCkzc0-vUIJl-TEWg6xAoYossTbJbIjhkTL6X_GBOEx34ViUFw9bd/w428-h640/Miss%20PLDT%20Home%202022%20Celeste%20Cortesi.jpg" width="428" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: left;">The 24-year-old Cortesi is no stranger to pageants, after representing the Philippines at the Miss Earth competition in 2018. In this year's competition, Cortesi showed grace, intelligence, and candor in conquering the Miss Universe Philippines stage. She shares, “I am excited to be part of the Miss Universe Philippines Organization. I will be working with them to advance my advocacies for women’s education and protection of our country’s indigenous people and rich cultural heritage.” </p><p style="text-align: left;">Besides her advocacies, Cortesi proves that she’s a queen with a uniquely beautiful heart. Throughout the Miss Universe Philippines pageant, she has been outspoken about her deep love and care for her family. “Since I was a kid, my parents have taught me the power of gratitude and kindness for everyone I meet. I always believe that being grateful creates a ripple effect and in turn, brings the best out of people.” </p><p style="text-align: left;">Cortesi further emphasized the importance of strong bonds with family and loved ones. In her winning answer at the final question and answer portion, she said, “If I could stop time, I would spend it with my family, especially my mother. It’s been two years since I haven’t spent time with my family because they live in Italy, and I came here in the Philippines just by myself. If I had a chance to spend one day, I would definitely be with my mom, and I would just tell her how much I love her and I miss her.”</p><p style="text-align: left;">As the newest PLDT Home Ambassador, Cortesi shows that strong connections can powerfully conquer distances. After winning the Miss Universe Philippines title, she even shared a heartwarming tribute for her mom on social media with the caption: “Far from each other, but always connected. To make you proud is the greatest fulfillment of my life.”</p><p style="text-align: left;">Joining Cortesi as this year’s Miss Universe Philippines titleholders are Miss Universe Philippines Tourism Michelle Marquez Dee, Miss Universe Philippines Charity, Pauline Cucharo Amelinckx, Miss Universe Philippines 1st runner-up Annabelle McDonnell, and Miss Universe Philippines 2nd runner-up Ma. Katrina Llegado. </p><p style="text-align: left;">PLDT Home is the official broadband partner of Miss Universe Philippines. As the fastest and most powerful internet connection in the country, PLDT Home has been enabling families – just like Cortesi’s – to do things better and to build stronger and more meaningful bonds at home. </p><p style="text-align: left;">Cortesi will represent the Philippines at the Miss Universe 2022 pageant to be held in December in San José, California.</p><p style="text-align: left;">Follow and be part of her Miss Universe journey of using the hashtags #BeAStrongerYou, #MUPH2022, and #UniquelyBeautiful. Stay updated with the latest news about PLDT Home through its social media pages on Facebook (www.facebook.com/pldthome), Instagram and Twitter (@pldthome).</p><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div>

Miss Universe PH 2022 Celeste Cortesi is Miss PLDT Home

Besting 31 other candidates with her unique beauty, wit, and passion for her advocacies, Pasay City’s Celeste Cortesi clinched the Miss Univ...

Cebu Pacific boosts passenger capacity to Legazpi with Airbus flights

<div style="text-align: left;"><div>The Philippines’ leading airline, Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), has resumed its jet operations at the Bicol International Airport (BIA) starting May 1, 2022, making more seats available for everyJuan in time for the summer peak travel period.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5XjU2ok_0a6K30Q-h3pur8ise-u3CxT18MbrgTYQOUx9fJGPpy-afT2ombIjVs3A1F77x6vb8XdQxuvNu52nSRbgHhMRSfSmGhuZN7McwZop0pVtp0SmKoE25EuqFOXKiBnQzEIX9nY0GuZd4492VQtY3cUJRlAF-W19YU2OB8nn-DWpb6LM9spkK/s4032/20220501_ATRandA320.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2268" data-original-width="4032" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5XjU2ok_0a6K30Q-h3pur8ise-u3CxT18MbrgTYQOUx9fJGPpy-afT2ombIjVs3A1F77x6vb8XdQxuvNu52nSRbgHhMRSfSmGhuZN7McwZop0pVtp0SmKoE25EuqFOXKiBnQzEIX9nY0GuZd4492VQtY3cUJRlAF-W19YU2OB8nn-DWpb6LM9spkK/w640-h360/20220501_ATRandA320.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>CEB flight 5J 321, an Airbus 320, departed Manila at 3:40am, and landed at the Bicol International Airport at 4:39 am on May 1. It was welcomed with a water cannon salute.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8rd29jFtg9bcqzd6rF1KvXRb0fOJ_zm-2HTnoaTOHkns2naxS_ighRl9vaXiZfvxlLrJxrMZVI_S9aRQwFgnikXKzk-yzdPltDO1En5zGSkvPNYB3VdTtZ0VetxrxxEFhcJsCsVYz4mmK3DoT8snRfQUyM2js2FQfEvSY3AWbrFEk1mWtlgmmfnpJ/s4032/20220501_with%20ATR%20at%20BIA.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2268" data-original-width="4032" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8rd29jFtg9bcqzd6rF1KvXRb0fOJ_zm-2HTnoaTOHkns2naxS_ighRl9vaXiZfvxlLrJxrMZVI_S9aRQwFgnikXKzk-yzdPltDO1En5zGSkvPNYB3VdTtZ0VetxrxxEFhcJsCsVYz4mmK3DoT8snRfQUyM2js2FQfEvSY3AWbrFEk1mWtlgmmfnpJ/w640-h360/20220501_with%20ATR%20at%20BIA.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>“Since the new airport opened in October last year, we have been operating our 78-seater ATR or turbo propeller type aircraft. The addition of jet flights will enable CEB to serve more passengers with our Airbus fleet while continuously contributing to tourism and economic growth of the Bicol region,” said Xander Lao, Chief Commercial Officer at Cebu Pacific.</div><div><br /></div><div>CEB currently flies up to five (5) times daily on the Manila – Legazpi – Manila route. It also operates flights between Cebu and Legazpi up to four (4) times weekly, every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr-7Ew5X_cQDyBW4pyL3CDamlCWe--EFht1_xSJEGWWIevKG1v3i-1Iby-Ou9sioeVI_eUeeG_7GJff3RIKo7TQRKzKu6PvmXdOYSlfsyHaQwuq6AWVrvihFvfWfatUYE3O1UNf1YQWKTeFbO96PCvCl1XKZpMMCzHQjnXfRJ0WIq8sqLMR5KYz8wf/s4032/20220501_BIA%20Check%20in%20area.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2268" data-original-width="4032" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr-7Ew5X_cQDyBW4pyL3CDamlCWe--EFht1_xSJEGWWIevKG1v3i-1Iby-Ou9sioeVI_eUeeG_7GJff3RIKo7TQRKzKu6PvmXdOYSlfsyHaQwuq6AWVrvihFvfWfatUYE3O1UNf1YQWKTeFbO96PCvCl1XKZpMMCzHQjnXfRJ0WIq8sqLMR5KYz8wf/w640-h360/20220501_BIA%20Check%20in%20area.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Cebu Pacific operates the widest domestic network in the Philippines covering 34 destinations, on top of its 14 international destinations. Its 76-strong fleet, one of the youngest in the world, includes two (2) dedicated ATR freighters.</div><div><br /></div><div>CEB continues to offer its guaranteed low fares to stimulate travel across its widest domestic network. It implements a multi-layered approach to safety, while it operates with a 100% fully vaccinated crew, 90% of whom have been boosted – all to ensure its every Juan flies safely and conveniently on Cebu Pacific.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRDbQ_AwDKYsB0FP9T49rJU5sAB-h-8DlSiX4gdjxD2k4aMji-Y-IuCpRHOOTuOe4qC-_CqhhEPzX2eILn68Bv2rn3aJy1INuousDAM31kK2QKHMtqV7jS9PTS7wq9NN61TsiBmIxYlsRFmKFtOvpFwbbUD2i50G_4EidUItxM985fEKTiuApL6DKS/s4032/20220501_BIAdisembarkation.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2268" data-original-width="4032" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRDbQ_AwDKYsB0FP9T49rJU5sAB-h-8DlSiX4gdjxD2k4aMji-Y-IuCpRHOOTuOe4qC-_CqhhEPzX2eILn68Bv2rn3aJy1INuousDAM31kK2QKHMtqV7jS9PTS7wq9NN61TsiBmIxYlsRFmKFtOvpFwbbUD2i50G_4EidUItxM985fEKTiuApL6DKS/w640-h360/20220501_BIAdisembarkation.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div></div>

Cebu Pacific boosts passenger capacity to Legazpi with Airbus flights

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BPI continues to focus on customer obsession, digitalization, and sustainability

<p>April 28, 2022, MAKATI CITY, Philippines – The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) today held its annual stockholders with the theme of reinvention as it outlined a strategy focused on customer obsession, digitalization and sustainability.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBzfP5GBjQeBx-6AwhD9lvYIoFBGhkDm8zHCfBZkb99vDSLXrJhy0C7XCfGk2sLvpqe7Vzy_UmEDzI2r7n5IhY61MQQRdRQ8bTLLJixYXnw5rQfwczTgJg_b0sljXz1ZPbkaLyvIeowvLb5vXh90ILYPSuBA60_6Ji3_Zzdvlbc4hhxK3dxucefEsn/s868/reenvinting-bpi.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="747" data-original-width="868" height="550" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBzfP5GBjQeBx-6AwhD9lvYIoFBGhkDm8zHCfBZkb99vDSLXrJhy0C7XCfGk2sLvpqe7Vzy_UmEDzI2r7n5IhY61MQQRdRQ8bTLLJixYXnw5rQfwczTgJg_b0sljXz1ZPbkaLyvIeowvLb5vXh90ILYPSuBA60_6Ji3_Zzdvlbc4hhxK3dxucefEsn/w640-h550/reenvinting-bpi.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>BPI President and CEO Jose Teodoro K. Limcaoco said reinvention is a way of life for BPI and is key to its sustained leadership throughout the years.  </p><p>“We will continue to reinvent banking so that we can better serve the evolving needs of our clients. Digitalization, customer obsession and sustainability remain to be our focus as we move forward to a post-pandemic environment,” Limcaoco said.</p><p><br /></p><p><b><u>Digitalization</u></b></p><p>Many companies purposely reduced expenses during the pandemic, while BPI spent nearly PHP 9 billion or about 9% of total revenue in 2021 on technology, including new digital initiatives such as building and improving customer engagement platforms and onboarding new partners in its open banking business.</p><p>In October 2021, it announced plans to acquire and engage clients through seven customer engagement platforms, each specifically designed to fulfill the banking needs of a particular segment. Five platforms—BPI Online, BPI Mobile, BPI Trade, BizLink, and BanKo app—are already available today, with two more slated for release this year.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe3OYCqXzzVfk2zhmok9HxksehVyv6XjG0nWIXEhCqQMFThhMk1eaoD6olCgBCv5Okrv0nsfaf35sZ9iDX961doG5NJ-tytdZzQ3cUyLFPQ9cYZIOhtiWwXFpLEyKJvTlrJyjrySMqi_VaZSPKodvZdMSwZqcjpP_kKigKB_M1gMzfFcUneL_7eyMR/s753/digital.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="499" data-original-width="753" height="424" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe3OYCqXzzVfk2zhmok9HxksehVyv6XjG0nWIXEhCqQMFThhMk1eaoD6olCgBCv5Okrv0nsfaf35sZ9iDX961doG5NJ-tytdZzQ3cUyLFPQ9cYZIOhtiWwXFpLEyKJvTlrJyjrySMqi_VaZSPKodvZdMSwZqcjpP_kKigKB_M1gMzfFcUneL_7eyMR/w640-h424/digital.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>BPI’s ongoing digitalization journey continues to reinvent the customer interaction and experience. As of 2021, 4.9 million of its 8.46 million client base were enrolled in digital channels. Of the number, 3.24 million were active, up 20% from the previous year. BPI also has a growing list of over 80 API partners covering nearly 800 products and services, with over 100 million transactions in 2021, a 75% growth from the previous year.</p><p>“In 2021, we accelerated our goal to transform our Bank for the future while executing and growing through the pandemic,” Limcaoco said.</p><p><br /></p><p><b><u>Customer Obsession</u></b></p><p>BPI also seeks to be heroes for its customers with a shift in mindset. In 2021, BPI created a new position for a Chief Customer and Marketing Officer, whose job is to put customer needs first. The bank also launched a concise version of its Core Values wherein everyone in the bank must be N.I.C.E, which touches on the need to be Nurturing, acting with Integrity, being Customer obsessed, and acting with Excellence. </p><p>BPI likewise strengthened its coverage of various client segments, by forming a consolidated consumer banking unit that focuses on providing relevant financial solutions to the retail market.  Corporate banking continues to cater to large corporations, Business banking covers the small, and medium enterprises (SMEs), while Banko, it’s microfinance unit looks after the self-employed micro entrepreneurs (SEMEs).</p><p>Limcaoco acknowledged the role of BPI’s 19,000-strong workforce in delivering excellent financial solutions and service to clients. “They have stood by our customers throughout these challenging times, and they are very much the driving force behind the Bank we have become,” he said.</p><p><br /></p><p><b><u>Sustainability</u></b></p><p>BPI has also affirmed its longstanding commitment to sustainability. Last year, it officially rolled out its Sustainability Agenda. As of end-2021, about 48% of the bank’s portfolio was tied to initiatives that contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.</p><p>BPI is also the first and only Philippine bank to give a time-bound commitment to halve coal generation financing in its portfolio by 2026 and bring it down to zero by 2032. It also supports the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD). BPI had also announced that it would no longer finance green-field coal power projects going forward.  In addition, BPI pioneered the first energy transition financing loan that would enable an existing coal plant to close 15 years ahead of its economic life.</p><p>These initiatives have drawn recognition for BPI in terms of economic, social, and governance (ESG) standards. MSCI, S&P Global, and Sustainalytics gave BPI the highest marks among Philippine Banks in ESG Ratings in 2021.</p><div><br /></div>

BPI continues to focus on customer obsession, digitalization, and sustainability

April 28, 2022, MAKATI CITY, Philippines – The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) today held its annual stockholders with the theme of rei...

You can now receive e-sukli at SM, powered by PayMaya

<div style="text-align: left;">PRESS RELEASE - Receiving a handful of coins and bills as change can be pretty inconvenient, especially if you need to carry them around as you go about your day. Sure, you can stuff them neatly in your wallet or coin purse, but as they pile up, there should be another solution to hold your endless barya. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiznvYM_tqAXPUrWdm7lXfP9bPVW8eGiQj1uoythTHk9pmD8d68X0CpVFuxQzJVcvAz48bh94FW91vc3zUXUGFVUxxASCApbBRmEv4b9T5TpxphaNLANfTjZKP9W4fCmrR6zO_wcVkvUXTDuLYLCE8QXV7T12gbuvjONvOylehn0Ivus06XbWf1nCWH/s1080/PayMaya-LC_Sukli.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiznvYM_tqAXPUrWdm7lXfP9bPVW8eGiQj1uoythTHk9pmD8d68X0CpVFuxQzJVcvAz48bh94FW91vc3zUXUGFVUxxASCApbBRmEv4b9T5TpxphaNLANfTjZKP9W4fCmrR6zO_wcVkvUXTDuLYLCE8QXV7T12gbuvjONvOylehn0Ivus06XbWf1nCWH/w640-h640/PayMaya-LC_Sukli.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div> </div><div>And who hasn't encountered the perennial "meron po ba kayong exact amount" question when paying at the cashier? </div><div> </div><div>The good news now is there is e-sukli! Digital financial services leader PayMaya and the Philippines' largest department store, The SM Store, launched this innovative solution to make receiving change more convenient for shoppers. e-sukli allows customers to receive a change of up to P50 directly to their PayMaya accounts instead of taking bulky coins and bills from the cashier. </div><div> </div><div>Now available in over 60 The SM Store branches nationwide, E-sukli makes receiving change much easier and eliminates the need to find a smaller bill for your purchases. It is also a great way to accumulate funds in your PayMaya account so you can use it when paying cashless the next time you go shopping, dine at your favorite restaurant, or pay bills. </div><div> </div><div>Not only is using e-sukli easy and convenient, but just like any PayMaya experience, it can also be rewarding. From April 1 to 30, 2022, those who use e-sukli in any of The SM Store branches will get an additional bonus of P5, P10, or P25 on top of their actual change. Be sure to avail yourself of this unique promo by SM and PayMaya for a hassle-free shopping experience that can help you earn a little extra for yourself!</div><div> </div><div>E-sukli can be used at the checkout counter in The SM Store by simply asking the cashier to send your change via PayMaya. On your PayMaya app, tap the icon in the upper-left corner and tap the QR code beside your name. The cashier will then scan your PayMaya account QR code and transfer your change. </div><div> </div><div>The e-sukli initiative with The SM Store is just among the many programs and innovations that PayMaya is rolling out to its enterprise partners to encourage more Filipinos to adopt digital payments for their everyday transactions. </div><div> </div><div> PayMaya is the only end-to-end digital payments ecosystem enabler in the Philippines, with platforms and services that cut across consumers, merchants, communities, and government. As of end-December 2021, PayMaya provides more than 44 million Filipinos access to financial services through its consumer platforms. Its Smart Padala by PayMaya network of over 63,000 partner agent touchpoints serves as last-mile digital financial hubs in communities, providing the unbanked and underserved access to digital services. Through its enterprise business, it is the largest digital payments processor for key industries in the country, including "every day" merchants such as the largest retail, food, gas, and eCommerce merchants, as well as government agencies and units. </div><div><br /></div>

You can now receive e-sukli at SM, powered by PayMaya

PRESS RELEASE - Receiving a handful of coins and bills as change can be pretty inconvenient, especially if you need to carry them around as ...