This March, Hershey’s Philippines celebrates the real power of women. Inspired greatly by this purpose, it has transformed its iconic chocolate bar packaging into a canvas of the achievements and contributions of four extraordinary Filipino women.
In time for International Women’s Day, Hershey’s Philippines collaborated with four unsung Filipino heroes—Malou Perez, Kate Alvarez, Sabrina Tamayo, and Fredeswinda Samonte—all admirable women whose work has helped to inspire many Filipinos.
The limited special “HerShe” packaging features photos of these four phenomenal women laid out on designs that showcase their stories and contributions to their communities.
Malou Perez – Pawssion ProjectKate Alvarez – SOS Philippines (Survivors of Suicide and Depression)Sam Tamayo – Project SmileFredeswinda Gaspar Samonte – PGH’s Cancer Survivors Organization
Malou Perez heads PAWSsion Project, an organization rescuing and rehoming distressed cats and dogs, while Kate Alvarez created SOS – Survivors of Suicide and Depression, an online mental health support group. Sabrina Tamayo’s Project SMILE aids persons with disabilities by connecting them with employment and other sources of livelihood and support. Freswinda Samonte of PGH’s Cancer Survivors Organization works actively to help support cancer patients.
Nica Babia and Eunice Carbonel, two up-and-coming Filipina illustrators, created the artworks. These reflect the advocacies through vibrant designs and colors to celebrate these incredible women and feature their causes.
“The Hershey’s IWD packs were designed to give honor to our unsung sheroes who quietly, with bravery and kindness, touch and change the lives of many. The four women and what they’re fighting for have deeply moved us,” Babia said.
Carbonel shared, “I think what inspired me is how kindness is contagious and how it helps us have a sense of connection towards others. It does not have to be big, and it certainly does not have to be related to money.”
To learn more about this campaign, please visit the official Hershey’s Facebook and Instagram pages for more details.
Grand Hyatt Manila invites guests to experience the best of theatre and dining combined in an immersive culinary journey at The Peak, starring Le Petit Chef. The world’s smallest chef of French descent who recently made his debut last 1 March 2022, will take patrons on a two-hour unique dining adventure featuring sensational cuisines and cinematic entertainment, alongside the stunning views of the city. Revel in an exquisitely curated 6-course set menu as Le Petit Chef comes to life from the virtual realm for an animated whimsical performance projected right on the dining table, orchestrated with a live presence of a host to enhance sensorial engagement and make the experience even more enjoyable.
Le Petit Chef will be performing two shows per night – 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., every Tuesday to Saturday at The Peak’s Veranda Room, which offers a table sharing experience and can accommodate 16 people per session. Price starts at PHP 5,800 net per person for the six-course Classic Menu which features Italian burrata, bouillabaisse with fresh premium seafood, smoked chicken foie gras ballotine, char-grilled Australian beef tenderloin, mascarpone crème brûlée, and homemade baked Alaska. For patrons who opt for an Australian wagyu beef in the steak course, they may upgrade to the Premium Menu priced at PHP 6,300. The First Class Menu at PHP 6,800 features premium set and switches the tiger prawns for lobster tails in the bouillabaisse course. A special 6-course set menu is available for kids.
Bouillabaisse with Premium Seafood
Le Petit Chef ‘comes to life’ with technology developed by a Belgian-based company, Skullmapping. This innovative dining experience delivers using 3D projection mapping, the story of a small animated chef onto diners’ plates, where he proceeds to ‘cook’ their food in front of the diners. With the help of overhead projectors, the dining table transforms into an immersive theatre where the tablecloth, plates, and utensils become backdrops for the little chef to show off his culinary prowess.
It’s no secret that K-Pop is dominating the global music landscape as the genre and its artists continue to win hearts, change minds, and connect people across the world. In line with this momentum, Spotify is elevating the K-Pop listening experience with a complete relaunch of its influential flagship playlist (and its accompanying Twitter handle), K-Pop Daebak, now known as K-Pop ON! (온).
With over 230% growth in listening and with almost 8 Billion monthly streams globally, the genre has definitely taken over Spotify – as noted by the over 4.7M searches for “K-Pop” on the platform across the last 90 days. More detailed data surrounding the K-Pop ON! (온) playlist can be found below.
A destination for K-Pop fandom
K-Pop ON! (온) embodies the idea that ‘K-Pop is always on 100 for the whole world’. The new name is a double-entendre — combining the Korean word ‘온’ meaning, ‘100’, or ‘whole,’ with the English word ‘on’ to display the action of ‘turning on,’ a word that’s accessible to many languages around the world. K-Pop has exploded into an infectious global phenomenon and is taking over the ’whole (온)’ world. Every day in the K-Pop dreamland, there are new songs, styles, and trends and the K-Pop fandom is always-on. With K-Pop ON! (온), you’re not just turning on a playlist, you’re turning on the movement.
“K-Pop stands out in the vast world of music as a genre that is not just about the music but a movement encompassing an entire world of fandom, fashion, community, and more. As the world’s leading music streaming platform, Spotify not only curates the listening and discovery experience of K-Pop, but also takes on the role of a platform that drives the movement forward,” said Kossy Ng, Head of Music, Asia at Spotify. “As music lovers, we get how exciting the world of K-pop is and what it means to fans who follow it wholeheartedly. With K-Pop ON! (온), we aim to further elevate the experience for K-Pop fans, and become a catalyst for promoting both emerging and established K-Pop across the globe, connecting fans in authentic and creative ways.”
To celebrate the launch, K-Pop fans can also look forward to a wide swath of some of their favorite K-Pop artists including NMIXX, BTS, aespa, BLACKPINK, Red Velvet, NCT Dream, SEVENTEEN, ATEEZ and more on billboards around the world including LA, NYC, South Korea, Indonesia, Philippines, Japan and Toronto, with more exciting content to come across the platform and Spotify’s owned channels.
More information can be found via Spotify’s For The Record blog post HERE.
K-Pop ON!(온) (formerly known as K-Pop Daebak) Playlist Data
● Most-streamed songs since launch in 2014
○ DDU-DU DDU-DU by BLACKPINK ○ FANCY by TWICE ○ DALLA DALLA by ITZY ○ Kill This Love by BLACKPINK ○ SOLO by JENNIE (FROM BLACKPINK) ○ LOVE SCENARIO by iKON ○ Boy with Luv by BTS ○ As if it’s Your Last by BLACKPINK ○ Bad Boy by Red Velvet
Top female groups on the playlist since launch in 2014
Top male groups on the playlist since launch in 2014
○ BTS ○ EXO ○ Stray Kids ○ IKON ○ TOMORROW X TOGETHER
Top song on the playlist each year since launch
○ 2017: As if it’s Your Last by BLACKPINK ○ 2018: DDU-DU DDU-DU by BLACKPINK ○ 2019: DALLA DALLA by ITZY ○ 2020: WANNABE by ITZY ○ 2021: Next Level by aespa
Average monthly discoveries
*aka listeners streamed an artist they had never before played on Spotify*
Bid farewell to time-consuming meal preps and say hello to more “me” and “we” time this 2022 with SaladStop!. Starting March 7, patrons can schedule their meals days ahead with Daily Bowls by SaladStop! – a subscription program that offers fuss-free daily deliveries of fresh, healthy bowls and wraps.
Eager to keep up with your fitness quest or aspiring for ways to eat more consciously? Daily Bowls by SaladStop! makes meal planning simple and accessible to anyone in the metro.
Select the nearest SaladStop! hub
Visit saladstop.pickup.ph and find the nearest SaladStop! to cater to your weekly, healthy fix. Available in Metro Manila for the meantime, the following hubs will take in orders: Central Square, Greenhills, Alabang Town Center, Salcedo Village, UP Town Center, Ortigas, TriNoma, and Chino Roces (Cloud Kitchen).
Choose a 3-day or 5-day plan
Depending on one’s preferences and goals, customers can elect to enjoy their bowls three times or throughout the week. A 3-day plan will be most fitting for those who are in search for tasty yet healthier alternatives, or sign up for a 5-day subscription plan to complement and supplement a personal wellness or fitness plan.
Starting at P1,135, the 3-day plan follows an M-W-F schedule, while a 5-day plan provides a complete Daily Bowls by SaladStop! experience from Monday to Friday with subscriptions starting at P1,865. Aside from SaladStop!’s Signature items which will be available throughout the week, customers have sole dibs on new and Exclusive items, specially crafted bowls (and wraps!) for their Friday selections. Sign up between Monday to Saturday to start your Daily Bowls subscription immediately the following week.
Plan your ‘Daily Bowl’
SaladStop! has curated a choice medley of crowd-favorites plus new and exclusive menu items. For salad or wrap Signatures, choose from Oh Crab Lah!, Hail Caesar, Man-go Wild!, Omega 3 Baby!, and Cobb or opt for the warm protein bowls such as Qdon and El Chulo. The Exclusives menu features never before released items such as the Homemade Quinoa Patty Salad, The Refresher Salad, High Protein Salad, all of which come in wraps as well. Or dig into their newest warm protein bowl, Balsamic Beetroot. Have a sweet tooth? Take a pick from their delectable desserts to include any of the following add-ons: Mango Muesli, Strawberry Banana Muesli, and Chocolate Chia Pudding.
Pay online and await delivery
Complete your subscription by choosing from any of the following payment methods: e-Wallet (GCash or GrabPay) or Credit Card (Visa or Mastercard). Prepared fresh daily, your daily bowls will be delivered straight to your door. No need to separately book a delivery service as SaladStop! has got that covered. While delivery fees have been built into the subscription plan, additional fees may apply for long-distance deliveries.
Early subscribers get a 10% discount, too! Just make sure to sign-up between March 7 to 12 to avail of this offer. Delivery of subscriptions will start on March 14.
Whether you’re just starting on your fitness journey or embarking on a path to self-care, Daily Bowls by SaladStop! is the ideal companion to subscribe to a better you.
Know more about SaladStop! and the nutritional information of your favorite salad bowl or wrap by visiting www.SaladStop.ph. Updates are also up on @SaladStopPH on Instagram.
Internet sensation and popular TikTok content creators Phillip Hernandez, a.k.a. Davao Conyo who is known for his funny skits, and Yumi, one of TikTok’s biggest bird moms, unpacked their journey to fame and factors that affect their success during SKY Fiber’s “Swak Na Swak” Media Launch event.
For online sensations Yumi and Phillip, who have been creating content for about four years already, the internet definitely has a major impact in their life as they earn from the branded videos they post on social media platforms, Facebook and TikTok.
Phillip, who currently has 3.8 million collective followers on Facebook and TikTok for his ‘smooth promotion’ comedy skits as Davao Conyo, has a knack for performing ever since he was young.
Around late 2017, he posted a funny ‘conyo’ Bisaya dub of the popular Filipino movie, “Four Sisters And A Wedding,” on a whim. After gaining thousands of views, he started to understand what people wanted to watch and continued experimenting with his videos.
“I started with dubs because I was too shy to show my face. But as I received overwhelming support from people watching my videos, I continued creating more and eventually began making skits as well,” Phillip shared.
Yumi, on the other hand, was simply exploring TikTok in 2018 and decided to post videos of her daily life and experiences for fun. The first video that gained a lot of attention from netizens was a relatable rant about her love life. Now, she is regularly pushing out vlog-style content about her life updates, interests, and adorable pet birds to 4 million TikTok followers.
“I was just bored back then. While scrolling on my phone, I discovered the app TikTok where you can share videos as short as 15 seconds. I immediately thought this had potential to grow and was excited to try it out,” she said.
Both Phillip and Yumi also emphasized that an internet plan that suits their lifestyle is vital to their career and daily life.
SKY Fiber recently launched Super Speed Plans that cater to an everyday internet user’s need for plans with the right mix of affordability, ample speed, and seamless connectivity. Subscribers will no longer have to choose between expensive high-speed plans and unreliable low-cost plans as SKY Fiber Super Speed Plans can satisfy their internet needs.
James Dumlao, SKY’s head of Consumer Product, Programming, and Airtime Group, said during the event, “The internet has weaved itself into our daily lives. Hence, a good quality internet connection has become a necessity. ’Internet is life’ as many would say. Because of this, we at SKY Fiber have committed to continuously deliver better products and services for the markets that we serve.”
“The ‘swak’ internet for me is one where I can get fast connection anywhere in my house. That’s important for my daily life as a content creator and business owner that regularly works from home,” Yumi shared.
Phillip agreed and recalled when he was frustrated with their family’s old internet connection at home because it didn’t reach his room on the second floor, where he works. This prompted him to switch to SKY Fiber because it ticked all his requirements of speed, seamless connectivity, and, most especially, affordable price.
“I switched to SKY Fiber a few months ago and I haven’t had regrets ever since. Kasi swak na internet, swak sa budget. After all, I’m a very budget-conscious person and I pay for my own internet subscription plan,” he added.
According to SKY’s head of Consumer Broadband Alan Supnet, one of SKY Fiber’s best value plans is the 50Mbps Plan which can easily support work-from-home, online class, and casual streaming activities of a family with three to four members. For a monthly fee of just P1,699/month, subscribers also get two free WiFi Mesh devices for better WiFi coverage in the house.
A wide array of Super Speed Plans with affordable prices is available for any lifestyle. Light internet users who are budget-conscious can opt for the most affordable Unli Broadband Plans of up to 20Mbps (P999/month) and the basic Plan 30 Mbps (P1,299/month). On the other hand, moderate to heavy internet users or households with more members can choose from the higher speed but inexpensive plans of 100Mbps (P2,299/month), 150Mbps (P2,799/month), and 200Mbps (P3,499/month).
For those that want to enhance their overall entertainment set-up at home and save on monthly expenses, they can check SKY Fiber’s bundled Unli Broadband + HD Cable TV Plans. Aside from getting reliable speeds of up to 40Mbps (P1,699/month), 80Mbps (P2,499/month), and 150Mbps (P2,999/month), they can also enjoy limitless content via SKYcable channels and streaming apps such as HBO GO, iWantTFC, Amazon Prime Video, YouTube, and Spotify.
Subscribers of these new plans from today until April 30 can easily switch to SKY Fiber and take advantage of the free or lowered installation fee promo. Select plans are also given additional boosted speeds of up to 50% until the end of April for free so that subscribers can have a levelled-up experience without added cost to their monthly fee.
SKY Fiber is available for residents in Metro Manila, Bulacan, Rizal, Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Baguio, Cebu, Dumaguete, Bacolod, Iloilo, Davao, GenSan, and Zamboanga.
Conrad Manila proudly presents its curtain raiser for 2022, the latest installment of its highly-acclaimed ‘Of Art and Wine’ art exhibit at the hotel’s Gallery C, this time featuring the works of the Association of Pinoyprintmakers (AP) in cooperation with The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP).
“We are delighted to celebrate both our successful 5th year of operations and market leadership through the continued patronage of our guests and resiliency of our team, together with the 50th Year Anniversary of the CCP,” shares Linda Pecoraro, hotel general manager, adding “we recognize the CCP’s continued passion and pursuit of Filipino artistry and excellence together with the Association of Pinoyprintmakers, as we hope to inspire others in our continued recovery as one nation.”
Linda stated that “’20/30 Of Art and Wine exhibit underscores Conrad Manila’s commitment in providing guests with inspired stays in a world of style and infinite connections through Filipino hospitality and culture, and champions the Filipino artists by providing a haven for creative expression and true artistry.”
Leading the “Of Art and Wine: 20/30” art exhibit opening are: Elizabeth Sy, President, SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation (SMHCC); Peggy Angeles, Executive Vice President, SMHCC; Ms. Margie Moran Floirendo, Chairperson, CCP; Arsenio Lizaso, President, CCP; Chris Millado, Vice President and Artistic Director, CCP; Benjie Torrado Cabrera, President, AP; and Linda Pecoraro, General Manager, Conrad Manila.
The print portfolio comes in two special sets, a collection of fine prints using traditional printmaking techniques by noted artists who have contributed to the development of Philippine contemporary printmaking. Each serves a precious collectible for patrons of Philippine art.
Included in the folios are exquisite artworks in relief printing, intaglio and serigraph printing. There are woodcut prints by Ambie Abaño and Elmer Borlongan, and rubbercuts by Leonard Aguinaldo, Hershey Malinis, Manuel Ocampo, Jonathan Olazo, Suchin Teoh and the late Neil Doloricon. It also includes a special restrike of a woodcut work by the late Rod Paras Perez dated 1963.
Renan Ortiz and Radel Paredes created highly detailed drypoint prints while Fil Delacruz’s work makes use of mezzotint and engraving, with portions made using a special etching technique, combining both acid and non-acid intaglio processes in one print. 20/30 contains etchings by National Artist BenCab, Alfredo Juan Aquilizan, Virgilio Aviado, Joey Cobcobo, Janos Delacruz, Jess Flores, Eugene Jarque, Henrielle Baltazar Pagkaliwangan, and the late Rhoda Recto. The etching of Juvenal Sansó is a restrike from a plate made by the artist in 1962. Also included are prints that combine both etching and aquatint, as seen in the works of Benjie Torrado Cabrera, Imelda Cajipe Endaya, Yas Doctor, Raul Isidro, Villia Jefremovas, Angelo Magno, Caroline Ongpin and Anton Villaruel. Lenore RS Lim also makes use of the sugarlift process on top of etching and aquatint.
Collographs, on the other hand, can be created through the relief or intaglio process, as seen in Kristen Cain’s work for 20/30. The emboss method, which may be more familiar to many, is also a type of printmaking technique, however unlike the rest, it does not require ink for an image to appear. The work of Christina Quisumbing Ramilo is an expertly done emboss based on an installation piece by the artist.
Serigraphy, possibly the most widely used among printing techniques, is a method of printing that uses a mesh over a stretched frame. 20/30 includes serigraph prints by Mars Bugaoan, Salvador Ching, Noell EL Farol, Rodolfo Samonte, Jun-Jun Sta. Ana and Wesley Valenzuela.
“Of Art and Wine: 20/30” at Conrad Manila’s Gallery C runs until April 2, 2022. The exhibit opening is presented in partnership with the Philippine Wine Merchants. For more information, please call +632 8833 9999 or email conradmanila@conradhotels.com. To view the full art catalog, please visit:https://bit.ly/OAAW2030Catalog
For details, contact Angel S. Velasco at (632) 8833-9999 or through email (angel.velasco@hilton.com).
Globe Telecom is throwing its support behind the most engaging and current defending world champion for Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) team in Philippine esports – another step towards bolstering its commitment to elevate competitive online gaming in the country and bring Filipino gamers to the global stage.
The telco giant announced its sponsorship of Blacklist International (BLCK), a Filipino team that has brought home multiple international titles from their dominant run in last year’s Mobile Legends tournament, the most popular mobile multiplayer online battle arena played in the Philippines. The team is determined to conquer this year’s competitions as well.
Blacklist International is the defending back-to-back Mobile Legends Professional League Philippines (MPL-PH) champions, and the defending World Champion. Further showcasing their dominance in the field, the Tier One Entertainment backed esports team also reaped runner-up finishes in the Mobile Legends Southeast Asia Cup and the Mobile Legends Professional League Invitational. They are also slated to represent the country in the upcoming 2022 Southeast Asian Games in Hanoi, Vietnam, in May.
The 2022 Blacklist International MLBB team is headed by 2021 Most Valuable Players Edward Jay “Edward” Dapadap and Salic “Hadji” Inam, alongside them are Kiel Calvin “OHEB” Soriano, Mark Jayson Alag “ESON” Gerardo, Kent Xavier “KEVIER” Lopez, and Dexter Louise “DEXSTAR” Alaba. The squad for season 9 will be guided by coach Kristoffer Ed “BON CHAN” Ricaplaza. OhMyV33NUS and Wise are still part of Blacklist International but will be on break this MPL Season 9 as they focus more on content creation. The duo will be back with a vengeance for Season 10, as they set their sights on another championship and the chance to defend their world title.
“Globe is very excited to partner with the defending Philippines and World Mobile Legends Champions, Blacklist International. Their passion, dedication and competitive spirit is also what Globe embodies as a brand. With this partnership, we aim to further cater to our MLBB users as they now have a team to cheer and support in the upcoming tournaments.” said Ralph Aligada, head of Globe Games and sports.
Tryke Gutierrez, CEO of Tier One Entertainment added that “We are grateful for this Globe Telecom sponsorship and excited to be working with them to bring Blacklist International to more viewers than ever. It is humbling to have such a big name brand back us after our year of hard work winning all those championships. We will endeavor to carry this momentum, as well as the fans’ support, throughout the rest of the year.”
In sponsoring the team, Globe also hopes to continue to expand the esports ecosystem and inspire more investments into the industry to further accelerate its growth. Under its #PlayItRight advocacy, Globe continues to pioneer initiatives that help shape the country’s rising competitive esports industry and create professional standards for present and future Filipino gamers.
Spending hours on work can be both fulfilling and draining. The latter is especially true if you don’t take time off to reflect on your achievements. It doesn’t have to be big and extravagant. It can be as simple as staying home, taking time to rest and indulging in sweet rewards that are within your reach.
If you’re looking for a much-needed break, this is a sign that you should. Here’s how you can make your winning moments even sweeter.
Reward yourself with relaxing spa-at-home moment and some Cloud 9 Gold Caramel Nut Crisp
Chillax with a home spa
Grab a sheet mask, give yourself a manicure, or just relax with a scented candle on the side. Set up a personal spa in your living room where you can catch up on your self-care routine and slow down after a busy week. Make the experience more satisfying with the sweet-salty Cloud 9 Gold Caramel Nut Crisp, perfect to munch on while waiting for your mask to set.
Get lost in games
After a hectic week, playing video games is a fun de-stressing activity to celebrate finishing your tasks. It’s always great to escape for a few hours before jumping back to work.
Catch up on your favorite K-Dramas while enjoying Cloud 9 Gold Almond Fudge
Catch up on K-dramas
Work can take a lot of time away from your K-drama binge. Catch up on your favorite love team’s story for your dose of rom-com. Make this reward sweeter with Cloud 9 Gold Almond Fudge, a chewy and nutty chocolate bar with caramel, chocolate cream filling and almonds. This will go really well with kilig scenes!
Treat yourself to some online shopping
Online retail therapy is always a good idea after a hectic week. Reward yourself with new clothes and shoes, home décor, collectible knickknacks, or basically anything that bring you joy. You deserve it!
Start a new hobby that you’ve always wanted to do
Having a busy schedule can keep you from getting into new hobbies you’ve always wanted to try – that changes today. If you want to become a plant parent, start getting potted succulents and tend to them. If you’re crafty, try crocheting and make your first beanie. Diving into a new hobby can be hard, but seeing your efforts come to fruition is a rewarding experience too. Celebrate these wins with a bar (or two!) of Cloud 9 Gold.
Achievements deserve to be recognized and celebrated. Give yourself time to do any of these, and also dive into Cloud 9 Gold Almond Fudge and Caramel Nut Crisp. These rich, melt-in-your-mouth treats give a premium chocolatey experience at a friendly price.
Celebrate winning moments with the NEW Cloud 9 Gold
Make winning moments special with Cloud 9 Gold. Grab yours now at supermarkets and convenience stores; or online, through this link (http://bit.ly/Cloud9Gold). For more information, follow the brand on Facebook (@JacknJillCloud9PH).
Cloud 9 Gold is a product of Universal Robina Corporation (URC), maker of popular snack and beverage brands like Jack ‘n Jill Piattos, Magic Crackers, Maxx, Nips, C2 and Great Taste. Visit www.urc.com.ph for more information about the company.
Since becoming a part of the Universal Records artist roster, Hero is slowly but surely becoming a highly respected MC in the local hip-hop scene. And as someone who changes the rap game little by little, he’s also trying to use some detractors and doubters along the way as fuel to keep on slaying.
With this, he brushes off negative criticisms rappers usually get and crafts a masterful track called “Primera” released under Universal Records. Staying true to his wonderful creativity, this single is another product of his teamwork with producer Russel “Goodson” Tiquia.
The two-minute song is packed with bars that further prove that he’s such a talented wordsmith. It’s short but sweet & angsty at the same time. “Primera” is his brave take to turn those doubters to believers while keeping it real. It’s also a great tune to inspire people to shoot for the stars and let nothing hold you back.
When asked further about the song Hero explains, “Para sa mga kapwa ko nangangarap, tuluy-tuloy lang sa arangkada, focus lang sa gustong marating at sabayan mo na rin ng pag-iingat sa paligid mo. Kasi sa panahon ngayon di maiiwasan ‘yung….. alam mo na yun.”
The official music video of Hero’s “Primera” is just as striking; artistically filmed at a prominent boxing training gym directed by Aaron Maagma.
It’s high time for you to have Hero on your radar this 2022. Stream “Primera” on your favorite digital platforms right away. The song is also part of New Music Friday Philippines Playlist on Spotify this week!
Merrell, a leader in outdoor lifestyle apparel and footwear, teams up with international sporting and fitness event Spartan Trail for a series of exciting races this 2022. They will be kicking off the festivities in Camp John Hay, Baguio City on March 19, 2022, beginning with a 21-kilometer half-marathon and a 10-kilometer trail run.
The obstacle-free races will see runners traverse the picturesque pine forests of Benguet, offering a breathtaking backdrop and view. This marks the first Spartan Trail event co-presented by Merrell for 2022, with the next legs happening in Anda, Bohol in April, and Vigan, Ilocos Sur in September.
Competitors get to push their limits and overcome every type of terrain at blinding speeds in pursuit of the largest prize purse in trail running in the world. Trail running enthusiasts and seasoned athletes can join in on the adventure by registering on Spartan Race Philippines’ website.
In compliance with Baguio’s local government unit (LGU) protocol, participants and spectators are required to have a Baguio Visita Pass and accomplish a health declaration form prior to entry in the city.
The event will likewise see the launch of Merrell’s latest trail running model, The Agility Peak 4. This cushioned, grippy trail running shoe is designed for those who want top performance and protection on even the most rugged trails. Version 4 was updated with a slightly thicker midsole made of the lighter-weight FloatPro™ foam and a new Vibram® Megagrip® outsole for even better grip on rock.
You can now shop the Agility Peak 4 in Merrell concept stores nationwide, major department stores, and their official Viber community. For more trail running shoes, visit their official webstore www.merrell.com.ph.
