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PAL launches new route to China

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Philippine Airlines today announced the launching of new flights to China.

Its newest destination on March 29 is Jinjiang, a city located in Fujian province. The city, known for its foreign-owned factories in the clothing and footwear industry, has seen the rise of migrant workers in recent years.

PAL President and Chief Operating Officer Jaime J. Bautista said, “A large number of Chinese – Filipinos trace their roots to the city of Jinjiang. In response to the clamor for links to and from the Chinese city, the flag carrier is launching the new route.”

“We hope to bring PAL’s unique Filipino style of warm, friendly, caring and hospitable service to our passengers on the new route,” he added.

Jinjiang brings to seven the total number of destinations in China, which includes Beijing, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Macau, Shanghai and Xiamen.

The new service (PR 356) departs Manila Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 11:00AM and arrives Jinjiang at 1:25PM (local time). Its return flight (PR357) departs Jinjiang on the same days at 2:25PM (local time) and arrives Manila at 4:55PM.

 

Maybank introduces the newest kid on the block: the M2U Mobile Banking App!

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With the rising demand to make banking fast, accessible and convenient nowadays, Maybank Philippines, Inc. rose to the challenge yet again by launching the Maybank2U (M2U) Mobile Banking App as part of its commitment to bring banking and innovation together beyond its physical presence.

The M2U mobile app enables clients to perform different banking transactions with a tap on their mobile phones.

By downloading the M2U mobile app from Apple App store or Google Play Store, clients can access their bank accounts and check on the details of their deposit, credit card and loan accounts; quickly transfer funds to another Maybank or any Bancnet member bank account; pay their utility and credit card bills; and reload their mobile prepaid accounts.

“At Maybank, we value the things that you do everyday like checking your accounts, paying bills and doing fund transfers. The Maybank PH mobile app lets you be on top of your finances at your most convenient time and place,” said MPI Executive Vice President and Head of Retail Business Group, Richard C. Lim.

What’s more, the M2U mobile app provides a rich banking experience to clients as it allows them to locate the nearest Maybank branch and ATM in their area with its Around Me feature, which uses Augmented Reality technology that can direct you to the nearest Maybank branch or ATM by just moving your device around.

Even better, it also provides the latest promos from Maybank so you will never miss one!

Current M2U Internet Banking users, can now download the M2U mobile app by typing “Maybank PH” in Apple app store or Google Play Store. Meanwhile, for non-M2U Users, enrol your deposit account or credit card account details to M2U Internet Banking in your nearest Maybank branch to enjoy the M2U mobile app.

What are you waiting for? Download the M2U mobile app now and start managing your finances whenever, wherever.

BPI brings first-ever Lifestyle Madness in Mindanao

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Bringing various financial lifestyle solutions all under one roof, BPI is holding the first-ever Lifestyle Madness event to key locations in Mindanao this March.

From March 5 to 8, 2015, the BPI Auto, Housing, & Lifestyle Madness in Mindanao will be held at the Abreeza Mall in Davao City; and from March 12 to 15 at the Ayala Centrio Mall in Cagayan de Oro (CDO). Through the BPI Madness events, BPI hopes to encourage people to enjoy life more by offering them lifestyle solutions, and, at the same time, helping them meet and start their financial goals.

For those who are thinking of getting a new car, you can inquire about your desired car from participating car dealers; Ford, Hyundai, Subaru, Isuzu, Kia, Toyota, Suzuki Chevrolet, and Mitsubishi in Davao; and Suzuki, Chevrolet, Honda, Mitsubishi, and Toyota in CDO. Plus, if you get your car through BPI Auto Loan, you will receive free insurance or 1 month free amortization, aside from low loan rates and a free BPI Family Auto LoanPetron Value Card.

For families who are looking at owning a real estate property, consultants from Avida and Alveo in Davao, and Avida, Algeria, Bellavita in CDO are present to assist you. Special deals are available if you purchase your property through BPI Housing Loan.

For those who want to upgrade their home appliances, computers, gadgets and other lifestyle needs without having to shell out a big amount of money at once, you can purchase at 0% interest rate and pay up to 12 months installment using your BPI Credit Card. Plus, you can get to double the credit limit of your credit card – ideal for high ticket purchases. Participating merchants include Octagon computers, Robinson’s Appliance, Powermac, and Globe in Davao; and CQ Appliance and Digital Hub in CDO.

If you want to improve your assets through savings and investments, our specialists are on-hand to assist you. Likewise, for those who are looking at starting their own franchising business but don’t know how to, you can talk to our franchising specialists at the BPI Ka-Negosyo Franchising booth.

Meanwhile, consultants from BPI-Philam Life Insurance are present to do a free health check and recommend the best protection with investment solutions for you.

“We hope that these Lifestyle Madness events in Davao and Cagayan de Oro would bring more financial opportunities to our customers in the Mindanao region,” says Art Gerald B. Perez, BPI South Mindanao area business director.

“We chose Davao and Cagayan de Oro because we have seen the rapid growth in these regions, specifically the growing number of real estate developments providing investment opportunities for many, the rise of many small and medium businesses, as well as the increased presence of local and foreign Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) companies that have brought employment to many Davaoeños and Cagayanons.”

Aside from great deals from the partner institutions, attendees also stand the chance to win electronic gift certificates and BPI premium items in daily hourly raffles. And on the final day, a grand raffle will be held for a chance to win premium gadgets and appliances

“We want everyone to dream big and aspire to reach their financial dreams,” says Isagani M. Saguindang, BPI CDO-Northern Mindanao area business director. “Through the BPI Auto, Housing and Lifestyle Madness event and our participating partners, we hope it will be the start of that for everyone in the Mindanao region.”

 

Slappy Cakes’ Lenten Specials

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Slappy Cakes is the infamous international all-day breakfast joint originated in Portland, Oregon. Aside from its pancake fare, it also offers no-meat alternatives that are still tasty and fulfilling for its Lenten specials.

Their Lenten special starts with the Slappetizers including Cheese Sticks, Mango Ponzu Salad and Tomato Soup. They also offer Pasta dishes and Slappy Plates like Pesto Pasta with Anchovies, Salmon Pasta with Cream Sauce, Filled Three Cheese Sandwich, and Fish Bites. Moreover, you can indulge with the All Day breakfast menu such as the Salmon Benedict, Seasonal Vegetable Benedict and Garlic Bangus.

“Given the timeliness of our offering of these non-meat fares, we believe we are giving our diners more alternatives that are in accordance to their preference,” said Karen Caballero, General Manager of Slappy Cakes.

Slappy Cakes have branches in Eastwood Mall, SM Aura Premier, SM North EDSA The Block, and SM Jazz Mall. For their Holy Week schedules, branches will be open from Palm Sunday until Holy Wednesday and will resume on Black Saturday.

China Bank holds national convention in Davao City

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Over 300 China Bank branch managers, area heads, and region heads nationwide are gathering at the 2015 Retail Banking Business (RBB) National Convention from February 26 to 27, 2015 in Davao City. With the theme, “Evolution: Customer-Centric Organization,” the convention aims to strengthen RBB’s teamwork to drive China Bank’s continued evolution to become the best bank for customers amid an increasingly complex and regulated banking environment. It is also a message to China Bankers that individually, they must also evolve to be a more responsive, engaged, and connected banking partner to customers; to continue upgrading their skills and knowledge to adapt more effectively to a changing industry.

“It’s the digital age. We live, work, learn, play, socialize, shop, and bank in a digital world. There are no barriers, everything is connected. Information is available at the speed of a text, a blog, a post, a tweet. In this age of ubiquitous computing, China Bank’s most valuable asset is not technology but us. We set goals, carry out tasks, make decisions, and make technology work to our advantage. Empowered with technology, we can increase productivity and efficiency, expand market share, eliminate time and location boundaries, make China Bank stronger and more profitable, become a truly customer-centric organization, and provide the best service to our customers,” said RBB Deputy Head Rosemarie Gan of the theme.

RBB-National Marketing Unit Head Manuel Te said the annual convention is both a respite for the hard working branch managers and an opportunity for them to gain insights into the most pressing issues related to the changing market dynamics affecting the Bank and the industry.

“The convention is a forum for us to take stock of past achievements and to rally the team to achieve our targets for 2015. We have a balanced program, engaging speakers, and delightful entertainment to ensure our delegates enjoy and learn from this convention,” said Te.

The 2015 RBB National Convention kicks off Thursday afternoon, February 26, with the plenary session, followed by engagement activities at the SMX Convention Center Davao. The first day ends with the MCBL session and a short discussion of the next day’s activity. On Friday, February 27, the delegates will enjoy a teambuilding activity in the morning at Paradise Island Park & Beach Resort and hours of free time to swim, shop, or explore, until the main event in the evening—the Major Awards. Most of the delegates will leave Davao City the following day, February 28.

The 2015 RBB National Convention kicks off Thursday afternoon, February 26, with the plenary session, followed by engagement activities at the SMX Convention Center Davao. On Friday, February 27, the delegates will enjoy a teambuilding activity in the morning at Paradise Island Park & Beach Resort and hours of free time to swim, shop, or explore, until the main event in the evening—the Major Awards. Most of the delegates will leave Davao City the following day, February 28.

Founded in 1920, China Bank is the country’s first privately-owned local commercial bank. It serves the banking needs of the corporate, commercial, and retail markets. The China Bank Group has 475 branches to date: 314 for China Bank, 83 for China Bank Savings, and 78 for Plantersbank. This vast branch network is complemented by electronic banking channels—ATM, online, mobile, and phone banking—that provide 24/7 service.