America / Cagayan de Oro City / Fashion / Features / Mindanaoan Update / New York / United States of America
by Mindanaoan Irene · Published June 14, 2019
Despite the threat of rain, it was still a great day to witness something special — a fashion designer friend of mine from Cagayan de Oro, Boogie Musni Rivera, unveiled his lovely collection during the 121st Philippine Independence Day celebration here in New York City, USA. Together with our mutual...
America / Events / Features / Mindanaoan Update / New York / United States of America / Videos
by Mindanaoan Irene · Published March 11, 2019
DAISO Japan has finally opened its very first New York store and my little wasteland nut heart is going crazeballs! Daiso, known for its very wide selection of products at extremely low prices, has opened its doors in the Greater New York Metropolitan Area and I got invited to their...
America / Mindanaoan Update / New York / United States of America
by Mindanaoan Irene · Published January 15, 2019
I was listening to a podcast the other day and the host said, “There is nothing magical about January 1st.” It’s funny because so often of the time we hear that a new year is coming and we think that everything will automatically refresh and renew for us. If you...
America / Mindanaoan Update / New York / Travel / United States of America
by Mindanaoan Irene · Published January 11, 2019
Hollywood has had a long-running, on again-off again relationship with the state of New York. I say that in the sense of plenty of TV shows and movies have been filmed there, but there are also plenty of other locations around the world where television shows and movies have been...
America / Fashion / Features / New York / Tourism / United States of America
by Mindanaoan Irene · Published August 25, 2018
“And there, in the same city where they met as girls, four New York women entered the next phase of their lives…dressed head to toe in love. And that’s the one label that never goes out of style.” – Carrie Bradshaw Does this sound familiar? I actually used that in...
America / Blogging / Technology / United States of America
by Mindanaoan Irene · Published June 24, 2018
Hi, friends! I’ll make this short and sweet. This is all still a work in progress but I do hope that you accept my invitation to please check out my new blog – Lifestyle + Travels. And before someone asks – NO, I won’t abandon Mindanaoan.com. Most definitely not! The...
America / Announcements / Blogging / Features / Mindanaoan Update / New York / Style / Travel / United States of America
by Mindanaoan Irene · Published June 24, 2018
I’m very excited to share with all of you that this humble blog, Mindanaoan.com, has landed on the number 6 spot in a coveted “Top New York Blogs To Follow” list. Mindanaoan.com was declared among The Big Apple’s best when my travel and lifestyle blog nabbed the number 6 spot in...
Advocacy / Cagayan de Oro City / Mindanaoan Update / Shopping / Society
by Mindanaoan Irene · Published September 26, 2019
How’s this for a great cause? In exchange of your old bags or luggage, you get to buy brand new ones at whopping discounts of as much as 40%. Not only that – you also actually help first-time Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) since your old travel items will be donated...
Business / Cagayan de Oro City / Mindanaoan Update / Shopping
by Mindanaoan Irene · Published September 16, 2019 · Last modified September 26, 2019
Yes, it’s that time of the year again, folks! If you love MAJOR discounts and value buys as much as I do, then you and I should be at S&R Membership Shopping during its most-awaited S&R Members Treat 2019! S&R Members Treat is our favorite membership shopping chain’s way of...
Announcements / Entertainment / Events / Features / Festivals / Fiesta / General Santos City / SoSCksargen / Tourism
by Mindanaoan Irene · Published September 2, 2019
I’m excited to experience new flavors in beautiful General Santos City! I’m heading to the “Tuna Capital of the Philippines” as it celebrates the 21st Tuna Festival, the biggest industry-based festival in the country happening from August 30 to September 5, 2019. This is in celebration of the city’s 51st...
As consumers try to become more health-conscious, they find it often involves much more than buying organic fruits and vegetable. Home cooks may also fear that recipes for healthy food will taste less satisfying than their comfort foods. If you find yourself struggling to make healthier, better-tasting meals at home,...
Advocacy / Agriculture / Education / Features / Malaybalay City / Mindanaoan Update
by Mindanaoan Irene · Published August 8, 2019
New friends, new places…I’ve been enjoying my downtime so far! One of the new places I visited as of late is an eco-cultural farm in the Province of Bukidnon called Umanika. Umanika or “Uma ni Kalinaw” (Kalinaw is the name of one of the farm founder’s children…isn’t that so cool...
Talk about convenience! Members of the Pag-IBIG Fund can now send their loan payments and savings digitally with the help of PayMaya. This means that Pag-IBIG Fund members can now securely and cashlessly remit loan amortization payments and savings using any Visa, Mastercard and JCB credit, debit and prepaid card....
Davao City / Davao del Sur / Features / Festivals / Mindanaoan Update / Tourism
by Mindanaoan Irene · Published August 4, 2019
All roads once again lead to Davao City for The King of Festivals a.k.a. Kadayawan Festival! The 2019 Kadayawan Festival or the 34th Kadayawan will be held this month, August 2019. Kadayawan Festival is the grandest and most colorful celebration that highlights the tribes of Davao City, their culture, tradition...
Business / Cebu City / Features / Hotels / Mindanaoan Update / Restaurant / Reviews / Visayas
by Mindanaoan Irene · Published July 30, 2019
Frequent travelers like myself have various reasons as to why we return and stay again at a certain hotel. We rebook a hotel room in Cebu, for instance, because we love the features of the room and the amenities. And the price, as well as the location, are perfect. Swak...
I recently accompanied newly minted Congressman Atty. John Flores of the Second District of Bukidnon. We went to Barangay Bantuanon in Lantapan, a municipality known for its rich flora and fauna, natural parks, organic plantations and tribal communities. It was the 29th Araw ng Bantuanon celebration and I was happy...
Consumer / Fashion / Features / Mindanaoan Update / Shopping / Society / Style
by Mindanaoan Irene · Published July 27, 2019
Can you believe it’s been 45 years of friendship, kindness and KAWAII with Hello Kitty? Our favorite female Gijinka with her notable red bow is celebrating her 45th year of spreading kindness all over the world and to celebrate this, Herschel Supply has released a limited edition Hello Kitty collection!...
Business / Cagayan de Oro City / Features / Mindanaoan Update
by Mindanaoan Irene · Published July 23, 2019
Have you noticed how bullish the real estate industry has been lately? You’re not alone. More and more property developers have become aggressive not only in selling but in producing aesthetically pleasing properties with attractive amenities, facilities and other perks. One of these developers is Cebu Landmasters Inc. A few...
The evident need for hospitality, office, residential, and retail spaces in Mindanao has fueled the region’s progress and growth. With Mindanao progressively attracting local and international investors as they recognize the region’s remarkable vicinities for development, more and more establishments are being constructed, economic expansion has strengthened, and ties to...
New Jersey loves food! From sloppy joes to beefsteaks and from shrimp ravioli to cheesecake, we love it all. At the same time, residents of New Jersey are known for their strong opinions. So, pampering their taste buds and providing a pleasing ambiance are critical if you want to become...
America / Cagayan de Oro City / Fashion / Features / Mindanaoan Update / New York / United States of America
by Mindanaoan Irene · Published June 14, 2019
Despite the threat of rain, it was still a great day to witness something special — a fashion designer friend of mine from Cagayan de Oro, Boogie Musni Rivera, unveiled his lovely collection during the 121st Philippine Independence Day celebration here in New York City, USA. Together with our mutual...
Participating in a tradeshow is a huge commitment of resources and time. Although tradeshows have gained immense popularity due to the unique opportunities they present, there are several considerations that can influence the returns on investment. Participation needs to be strategically planned and every aspect needs attention to detail, from...
When it comes to travel, who better to trust than the Guinness Book world record holder for being the YOUNGEST person to travel to ALL 196 countries? The CEO and Founder of Holiday Swap, James Asquith, is the world record holder for being the youngest person to travel to all...
Comedy and making people laugh has been a staple of entertainment and culture for as long as people can remember. Making people laugh is one of the easiest ways to make them happy and keep them entertained, so it’s no wonder why comedy is always so popular. Spawned from the...
One common banner advertising mistake many marketers make is using indoor banners in outdoor locations. This might seem an easy way to save money on banner advertising, but in reality, it costs you more in the long run. Unlike indoor banners, outdoor displays are made to withstand extreme weather conditions,...
Scotland is home to beauty, mystery and centuries of history. The country is full of beautiful scenery to immerse yourself into. The culture is interesting and charming. While many tourists go for fantasy, here are ten reasons everyone should take a trip to Scotland. Castles Many Scotland tours take a trip to...
A brand tracker is something which allows you to get a snapshot of the positioning of your current brand. In terms of both the market your brand is associated with and key competitors, too. This snapshot can be brilliant at giving you insights that other forms of more basic information...
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