BLUE ANT ENTERTAINMENT IS NOW AVAILABLE ON CIGNAL

Cignal subscribers are in for a treat starting 1 June 2019 as they will now have access to Blue Ant Entertainment’s wide range of programmes. The general entertainment channel will be on Cignal channel 120 where viewers can enjoy hit series and shows airing same day and express from the U.S. including Siren, Bull, FBI, Charmed, The In Between and dailies including Entertainment Tonight, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and The Late Late Show with James Corden.

Fresh episodes of Siren will air express from the U.S. on Sundays starting 16 June on Blue Ant Entertainment

Blue Ant Entertainment also airs the biggest award shows LIVE from the US including the recently concluded Billboard Music Awards, and other top award shows such as The Golden Globe Awards, Screen Actors Guild Awards and American Music Awards.

The month of June is packed with an exciting lineup for viewers to enjoy. Our beloved mermaid Ryn is coming back with fresh episodes of Siren season 2. The series explores the world of mermaids, far from the sweet, enchanting creatures viewers have seen before.

The coastal town of Bristol Cove, once known for being home to mermaids, is turned upside down when the arrival of a mysterious girl proves this folklore all too true. The series stars Alex Roe (“The 5th Wave”) as Ben, a bright marine biologist who finds himself drawn to Ryn, a mysterious new girl in town played by Eline Powell (“Game of Thrones”), Fola Evans-Akingbola (“An American Exorcism”) stars as Maddie, also a marine biologist who works with Ben, Ian Verdun (“Life’s a Drag”) stars as Xander, a deep sea fisherman on a quest to uncover the truth; and Rena Owen (“Star Wars” Episodes II and III) as Helen, the town eccentric who seems to know more about the mermaids than she lets on.

Blue Ant Entertainment’s newest crime-thriller The InBetween airs express from the U.S. every Friday, 10:35 PM. The story revolves around Cassie (Harriet Dyer) who was born with a gift – though she may call it a curse. She can see and communicate with the dead through her supernatural visions that can help them with their unresolved problems and provide vital clues to detectives Tom Hackett (Paul Blackthorne) and Damien Asante (Justin Cornwell) as they race against the clock to solve some of Seattle’s most challenging cases.

The general entertainment channel also airs blockbuster movies on Thursdays at 9:45PM. This June, the blockbuster movie line-up are Jurassic Park III starring Sam Neill, William H. Macy, Téa Leoni; The Bourne Legacy featuring Jeremy Renner; Rowan Atkinson’s Bean; and The Chronicles of Riddick with Vin Diesel.

Blue Ant Entertainment is available on Cignal Prepaid 600 and up and Postpaid plan 720 and up. For more updates follow Blue Ant Entertainment on Instagram @BlueAntEntertainment, @BlueAntEnt on Twitter, and at www.facebook.com/BlueAntEntertainment/on Facebook.

Serving the Filipinos in the Middle East via TFC’s “Lingkod Kabayan”

DUBAI, UAE, May 29, 2019--In the past few years, overseas Filipinos are facing different challenges in the Middle East driven by the region’s unique economic and socio-political landscape. Since 2017, some overseas Filipinos in Saudi Arabia and UAE were back to the Philippines after being unable to renew their labor contracts, while some opted to remain and search for new employers. Most of the Filipino service workers continue to thrive but not without the daily risks they face against possible abuses, both psychological and physical.

These are just some of the challenges that overseas Filipinos face in the Middle East and most of them need a platform that could somehow address these pressing concerns. Thus, TFC Middle East launches Lingkod Kabayan (me.mytfc.com), a free community site that provides the empowerment they need by linking them to the right government agencies, providing reliable sources of information, and connecting them to their fellow overseas Filipinos to address the different issues they are facing abroad.

“True to our core of serving the Filipinos worldwide, TFC launches the community site Lingkod Kabayan to look after the welfare of the overseas Filipinos in the Middle East. We hope through this community site, more overseas Filipinos will be empowered as they have within their grasp the knowledge and information that they need for their life overseas,” said ABS-CBN Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) Managing Director Joseph Arnie Garcia.

Recently, the implementation of the Saudization intensified as more jobs were banned from the expats to give way to the Saudi nationals. Outside Saudi Arabia, the current economic state of other countries under the Gulf Cooperation Council pushes overseas Filipinos to seek better opportunities within their host countries. To assist the competent Filipino workforce in connecting with local employers, Lingkod Kabayan (me.mytfc.com) in partnership with Bayt.com launches Trabahanap, a feature in the site with various current job listings to help the overseas Filipinos explore job opportunities in other countries around the Middle East, so they continue to thrive and support their families back home.

In addition, knowing their rights which varies in the different countries in the Middle East and understanding the important provisions in their contracts will help empower the overseas Filipinos. Lingkod Kabayan (me.mytfc.com) in partnership with Gulf Law make this information easily available to them through the articles found in the Information Center feature of the site. For similar concerns, Lingkod Kabayan’s (me.mytfc.com) Kabayan Helpline is one chat away and will gladly link them to the appropriate government agencies that will help them with their concerns.

Lingkod Kabayan (me.mytfc.com) is also forging a partnership with Salve Duplito of ANC’s “On the Money” to help the overseas Filipinos have financial freedom by answering questions regarding their finances, investments and other money matters through the site’s message portal.

To help ease the homesickness, Lingkod Kabayan (me.mytfc.com) connects the different Filipino communities around the Middle East through the site’s Suggest Topic feature, where they can talk about anything under the sun—from the Filipino food they miss back home, to the newest hang-out spots they could try around the Middle East.

Making the decision to live away from their loved ones is challenging enough for the overseas Filipinos. It will mean a lot to them to know that even they are away from home, through the Lingkod Kabayan (me.mytfc.com) community site, they have their fellow Filipinos abroad to turn to in the most challenging times in their lives.

Be informed, be connected, be empowered--visit Lingkod Kabayan (me.mytfc.com) today.

NON-STOP ACTIVITIES THE KOREAN WAY AT BGC'S K-STREET FESTIVAL THIS WEEKEND

This weekend BGC’s Summer on the Street series features all things about Korea. So for Korean Culture (K- culture) enthusiast or just a curious adventurer, you can look forward to lots of exciting offerings at the K-Street Festival running from May 31 to June 2. Do you love K-pop, samgyeopsal, K-drama, Seoul’s street fashion, and K-beauty, just like me? If so, then we should definitely head over to the K-Street Festival, which will blow you away with the best of K-culture in one jam-packed event! Happening at Bonifacio High Street’s C1 Park and BGC Amphitheater. 

BGC’s Summer on the Street series' K-Street Festival promises awesome offerings such as performances from Pinoy K-pop Star winners, Korean street food & pop up shops, k-merchandise, all-day fun & games, and so much more. This one-of-a-kind festival promises to delight everyone with traditional and contemporary Korean activities that showcase the wonderful culture of this country.

Celebrating the depth and breadth of Korea’s rich culture, K-Street Festival will have seven zones at the C1 park, plus a whole lot more activities at the BGC Amphitheater that will make you feel like you’ve been transported to Korea. Get ready to check all these out for must-try experiences!

Making a splash with the K-wave’s Music and Entertainment

Crazy about BTS, Blackpink, or Exo? Then head over to the K-Pop zone, the first of seven zones at Bonifacio High Street’s C1 Park, where you can listen to your favorite K-pop artists, and play exciting games to win different freebies. This zone, organized with the Philippine K-Pop Convention, Inc. (PKCI), will also offer an assortment of K-pop merchandise to kickstart  your collection.

Are you a K-drama fan? Then indulge in some of your favorite Korean shows through Netflix and VIU’s streaming services at the street festival. Enjoy Korean dramas and movies you’ve never seen before, all offered with multiple language subtitles.

A taste of the Korean lifestyle

Treat your taste buds over at the K-Food Zone, where you can savor the flavors of authentic Korean food. Whether it’s kimchi, bibimbap, kalbi-jim, or whatever else strikes your fancy, you’re sure to find mouthwatering delights that will get you burping in no time.

If you can’t wait to visit Seoul’s spectacular sights, head over to the K-Tour zone, where you can check out the various tours and travel options available. Organized by the Korea Tourism Organization which has promoted diplomatic relations between the Philippines and South Korea over the past 70 years, this zone will give you a sneak peek of why Korea is visited by over 10 million tourists every year.

Next, check out the K-Fashion and Beauty zone, organized in partnership with Hanbok Palace. Try out some Korean traditional clothing and take some selfies. Of course, you can also shop for some Korean fashion wear and accessories.

If you want some high-tech fun, head over to the K-Tech zone, which promises to enthrall you with cutting-edge Korean innovations. Enjoy the ultimate VR experience with Samsung, allowing you to enjoy movies and video games on a whole new level. You can also get your hands on Coreon Mobile, an innovative mobile postpaid service from IT Corea, that lets you enjoy 3 numbers in one SIM card.

For even more action, head over to the K-Sport zone, where you can witness traditional Korean performances and k-sports. You can even try your hand at the games and win some exciting prizes.

Indulge in the K-mmunity K-POP Madness

As an added treat, head over to the other side of the festivities at the Bonifacio High Street Amphitheater where BGC in partnership with Globe Prepaid, Globe at Home and Pulp have lined up huge surprises for fans of K-pop heavy weights TWICE and TVXQ! Attendees can get first dibs on concert tickets, win exciting freebies, and participate in themed booths and activities.

Plan starts now and bring friends and family to Bonifacio High Street, and discover more of what Summer on the Street 2019 has to offer.

For more details, you may check out Bonifacio High Street’s official Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/BoniHighStreet/.

STARBUCKS NEWEST BEVERAGES THIS JUNE + MORE

    

This June, Starbucks is giving everyone that much-needed detour with refreshing and indulgent beverages that will help you sit still, slow down, and savor its rich flavors. The revitalizing new drinks will be available for a limited time only starting June 4.     

Bursting with break-power, Starbucks is transforming the usual coffee break into an indulgent escape with the Ultra Caramel Coffee Sphere Frappuccino^®, an upgrade on the classic Coffee Frappuccino^® but with a refreshing pop to it - small coffee spheres bursting with Starbucks Brazilian Coffee. The delectable blended beverage is topped with a dollop of whipped cream and even more coffee spheres.

    

Customers with fruitier cravings will love the new Watermelon and Lychee Aloe Frappuccino^®, a drink that looks and tastes like a slice of watermelon. The zesty blended beverage is made with watermelon juice blended with chia seeds, layers of floral lychee-infused whipped cream, and diced lychee aloe. With stunning layers of red, white, and green, this drink will satisfy both taste buds and your Instagram feed.

    

Starbucks also captures the nautical-themed collection depicts cute illustrations done in line drawing style with white, ultramarine and navy blue colors and red and silver accents. 

Also with Nautical Whale Card. This quirky card features a whale diving into the ocean with its tail sticking out against the sailor stripe design, available for only a minimum P1,000 activation.

    

You may visit your favorite and nearest Starbucks store on June 4 to taste and have a great treat for you and your friends.

PETRON MARKETING WINS GOLD IN PR AWARDS SOUTHEAST ASIA 2019

Petron Corporation was the Gold winner in the Best Event-Led PR Campaign category at the sixth annual Southeast Asian edition of the PR Awards, which was held at Swissotel Merchant Court, Singapore.

The win is for the Petron TriAction Performance Run Regional Roadblock, which highlighted the value of having integrated, real-time media and social media PR coverage to magnify Petron’s performance run in the Philippines’ southern provinces. With the majority of campaigns focused in Metro Manila and Luzon, the regional roadblock was an game-changer as local TV, radio and social influencers provided real-time updates and excited audiences as the performance run made its way from Mindanao, across the Visayas, and back to Luzon. A first in this category, the campaign addressed the brand challenge of creating relevance, engagement, and gaining market share in target provinces.

The Petron TriAction Performance Run (Mindanao to Manila Edition) was held last May 2018 with a caravan of eight vehicles which took off from Davao City and traversed key cities including Malaybalay, Bukidnon; Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental; Iligan City, Lanao del Norte; Ozamiz City, Misamis Occidental; and Dapitan City, Zamboanga del Norte in Mindanao. Crossing over to the Visayas Islands, the run proceeded to Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental; Cebu City, Cebu; Toledo City, Cebu; Cadiz City, Negros Occidental; Bacolod City, Negros Occidental; Iloilo City, Iloilo; Kalibo City, Aklan; and Malay, Aklan. From there, the caravan traveled through Bulalacao, Oriental Mindoro and Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro to catch a ferry to the port in Batangas City for its homecoming to Manila. In all the major stops, local media and influencers joined the group, acting as guides and highlighting the attractions in their localities. At the same time, they were able to interview the drivers about the performance of Petron Diesel Max in all types of road conditions.

Under the direction of Petron’s Brand Marketing & Advertising Department, the award-winning regional media roadblock was arranged by media agency HuddleRoom. The actual run was organized by Great Minds Media Inc., with official observers from the Department of Energy and the Automobile Association of the Philippines. The Department of Tourism also provided support in key cities.

The “Best Event-Led PR Campaign” category is one of the most coveted, with the highest number of entries. In the final judging, Petron was pitted against leading brands such as Heineken Malaysia, UnionPay South East Asia, Dyson, Singapore International Cyber Week 2018, Fujifilm, Singapore Discovery Center, and Vivo City & Walt Disney Company SEA. The champions for 2019 were chosen by an independent judging panel comprised of high-caliber senior marketing, public relations and communications professionals from reputable brands.

Earlier this year, the Petron TriAction Performance Run (Turbo Diesel Edition) also earned a Silver Anvil for “Pubic Relations Program Directed at Specific Stakeholders – Consumers” in the 54th Anvil Awards organized by the Public Relations Society of the Philippines.

GAME OF DRONES: DRONE COMPETITION ON ITS THIRD YEAR

Following its success for two consecutive years, the country’s biggest drone competition dubbed as Game of Drones returns this year for the third flight which took off on May 25, 2019 in Industria at the Circulo Verde.

Game of Drones: 3rd Flight is one such event, which provided FPV (First-Person View) pilots and drone enthusiasts an opportunity to show off their flying skills without having to wander far from the city, thanks to Industria’s wide open spaces which is ideal for those who love to fly drones.

Adventures, of course, should be complemented by other lifestyle pleasures and that’s why on ground, there was as much excitement as that in the skies. Tintin Babao, among many other celebrities, held the Celebrity Bazaar to be enjoyed by everyone. Food merchants were present to ensure that everyone was revved up for a whole day of fun.

The contest covered three categories – Time Trial, and the Rotocross finals, all of which allowed participants to battle in various contests for supremacy of the skies.

Time Trial is a spec/open class category, where individual competitors raced to fly their drone across the 300-meter track for one lap with up to four pilots per race. With up to four pilots per race, the winner Gabriel Villaver, flew his drone within the shortest time took home a cash prize of P30,000. Runners-up were Jerico Taleon and August Gatchalian Jr. Rotocross is a spec class game. For this, participants were again grouped into batches of four for the elimination round. They flew their drones through a marked course, and the racers who finished first per batch moved up the ladder of eliminations. For the third year in a row, champion Jerico Taleon received a P20,000, a trophy, and a LowePro bag.

Runners-up were Gabriel Villaver and August Gatchalian Jr. Lastly, a Drone Photography also took place as an opportunity for photography enthusiasts to take breathtaking aerial shots within the Circulo Verde vicinity. This gave them the freedom to unleash their creativity using their drones. The top submitted entries were shown at the venue for judging, and the winner who took home P5,000 was Lawrence Samaco.

Drone hobbyists, enthusiasts, novice racers, and those who just want a taste of some outdoor fun were present to experience and watch as the drones battled for supremacy of the skies.

Industria is located within Circulo Verde, Calle Industria, Quezon City, an active lifestyle and entertainment destination that has become a haven for those who love one-of-a-kind adventures. It has an interesting mix of tenants composed of a neighborhood grocery, unique gastronomic concepts, a fitness center, weekend markets and envisioned to be a venue for street art shows, and music festivals.

For more information, check out the Game of Drones social media pages and Ortigas Malls

https://www.facebook.com/gameofdrones.ph/

https://www.facebook.com/CirculoVerde.Ortigas/

https://www.ortigasmalls.com/

THE "ONE MUSIC X SINGAPORE" 2019

The excitement is now all-over Singapore with the arrival of KZ Tandingan, Darren Espanto, Bugoy Drilon, Ben&Ben, and Jayda Avanzado for the “One Music X Singapore” happening this May 26

ORCHARD, SINGAPORE, May 24, 2019-- Singapore, the weekend is here and so are music artists KZ Tandingan, Darren Espanto, Bugoy Drilon, Ben&Ben and Jayda Avanzado for the “One Music X Singapore” happening this Sunday, May 26, at the Scape, The Playspace in Orchard Link, Singapore.

Two more days before the night filled with great music brought by some of the hottest Filipino music artists today, who were warmly welcomed by the Singapore community during their activities around the country.

(L-R) Upon arrival this morning, the group had a courtesy visit to the Philippine Embassy in Singapore. In the photo are (standing) Vice Consul Janina Lourdes S. Bustos, Consul Gonar Musor, Bugoy Drilon, Darren Espanto, Consul Anthony Reyes, ABS-CBN Global Country Manager for South Asia Maribel Hernaez, and Vice Consul Laarni Zorayda S. Gandarosa. While those seated are Robi Domingo, KZ Tandingan, Consul General Adrian Candolada, Jayda Avanzado, and DJ Eva Ronda of MOR 101.9. (Photo by Joyce Jimenez)

The ABS-CBN music artists also had the chance to meet some of the Filipinos who were at the Consular Office of the Philippine Embassy, and gamely posed for a photo with them. (Photo by Joyce Jimenez)

Hello, Singapore! Some members of the press based in Singapore, the Filipino Community, different organizations, and some fans joined the press conference for the forthcoming “One Music X Singapore 2019” music event. Ben&Ben, Bugoy Drilon, KZ Tandingan, Darren Espanto, and Jayda Avanzado answered the questions from guests who were excited to meet them in person. (Photo by Mike Tolentino)

Surprise! Some members of Darrenatics surprised Darren Espanto who is celebrating his 18th birthday. (Photo by Alco Guerrero)

Touring the city. The ABS-CBN artists went to different areas in Singapore for a quick tour and to have sumptuous meals. (Top) MOR 101.9 DJ Eva Ronda, Jayda Avanzado, Darren Espanto, Bugoy Drilon, KZ Tandingan, and Robi Domingo at El Lamesa, (bottom) while folk-pop band Ben & Ben are at Don Lechon. (Photo by Mike Tolentino and David Jacob)

Get to see KZ Tandingan, Darren Espanto, Bugoy Drilon, Ben & Ben, and Jayda Avanzado perform LIVE at the “One Music X Singapore” this Sunday, May 26 at the SCAPE, The Playspace, in Orchard Link, Singapore. Gates open at 3:00 p.m., with food and drinks to be sold around the venue.

Tickets are also available via the on-ground resellers: Comida Fiesta-Singapore Expo in front of Hall 4 (Call: 8811-9070); Don Lechon-Grandlink Square Guillemard Road (Call: 9778-9737); Turo Turo-Changi Business park Avenue 1 (Call: 9671-0295); Lutong Pinoy-Lucky Plaza B1 Asian Food Mall (Call: 8748-8122); Gem Vacation & Travel-#02-10 Lucky Plaza (Call: 6235-0298); Becation Travel Company (Call: 8375-3178); Gerry’s Grill at Cuppage Road (Call: 6720-1412); Lechon Republic Singapore in Thomson Road (Call: 8526-0821);  KATIPUNAN Singapore (Call: 6786-8328); and SingPhil Events and Services (Call: 9382-9355 & 93809803).

For more details about 1MX in Singapore, visit facebook.com/TFCSingapore. Connect with fellow global Kapamilyas and follow @KapamilyaTFC and KapamilyaGlobalPR on Twitter and Instagram.

2019 BB.PILIPINAS CANDIDATES COMPETE FOR THE FIRST-EVER BB.POTEN-CEE GANDANG PALABAN

Beautiful. Strong. Confident. These are the traits that Poten-Cee, the official vitamin partner of the 2019 Bb. Pilipinas, is looking for in its first ever Bb. Poten-Cee Gandang Palaban. Pascual Laboratories, Inc. (PascualLab), makers of the #1 Adult Vitamin C brand Poten-Cee (based on the latest IMS Report), recently announced its search for the Bb. Poten-Cee Gandang Palaban through its subsidiary, Pascual Consumer Healthcare Corp (PCHC). The lucky winner will be chosen from among this year’s Bb. Pilipinas candidates and will be awarded during the Binibining Pilipinas coronation night on June 9, 2019 Sunday.

PCHC Marketing Head Beth Sheba “Pepsi” Alacar announced this during the ladies’ visit to PascualLab manufacturing plant, where she expounded on what makes one a Gandang Palaban. Alacar said: “PascualLab has partnered with Binibining Pilipinas to award the young lady who truly exemplifies how the Filipino woman of today can face her responsibilities and challenges with grit and grace, be trusted to deliver what is expected of her, and feels empowered to rise above any occasion. And, whoever wins the crown this year, we hope you bring the same spirit of Poten-Cee’s Gandang Palaban with you wherever it may take you.”

Gines Enriquez, head of Binibing Pilipinas Charities, Inc. (BPCI) shared: “The partnership will enable the organization to build relationships with brands such as Poten-Cee that have wellness and health in mind. He added: “Both BPCI and Poten-Cee are Pinoy-based institutions that are set out to empower the modern Pinay who are beyond beauty and who exemplify health as well. “

During the candidates’ visit and engagement with Pascual Laboratories, the ladies already showcased their Gandang Palaban. The candidates were eager to learn more about Poten-Cee Vitamin C and its dual benefit of beauty and immunity, how it is made, how to arm themselves against sickness and other challenges, and what they can achieve with a healthy lifestyle.

The ladies toured four areas of the manufacturing plant, as well as the rest home of founders Isosceles and Leonora Pascual, which is located at the back of the Bulacan property. The 70’s- style house has been transformed into a museum, showcasing memorabilia and other items of importance for the Pascual family, and from PascualLab’s history.

Leading the tour was Director for Corporate HR, Design Services and Corporate Communications (DSCC) Mia Pascual Cenzon who was supported by PascualLab Vice President for Supply Group, Engr. Higinio Porte, Director for Supply Chain Management and Plant HR Charmaine Abueva, Director for Quality Assurance, Product Development and Plant Organizational Development Mario Soliven, and Associate Director for Manufacturing Jesse Santiago.

As a prelude to the search, the ladies participated in the Gandang Palaban IG Challenge where they were encouraged to pose with their complimentary Poten-Cee products in their most creative pose and then use the hashtag #GandangPalaban.

The 2019 Bb. Pilipinas will be awarding five main Bb. Pilipinas titles: Binibining Pilipinas International, Binibining Pilipinas Intercontinental, Binibining Pilipinas Supranational, Binibining Pilipinas Globe, and Binibining Pilipinas Grand International, foremost of which is the Binibining Pilipinas Universe whose last winner was Filipino-Australian Catriona Gray who eventually won as Ms. Universe 2019.

HOME CREDIT PHILIPPINES' MY HOME CREDIT APP YOU NEED FOR FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS

Nowadays, money is not the only thing that makes the world go round, technology does too. So what happens when you mix both? 

Home Credit Philippines’ My Home Credit App is an example of one good thing you get when you marry the two. The app, which has been installed in 1.5 million smartphone users, is the digital gateway to the consumer financing provider’s products and services. 

Having built itself as a market leader in the industry by providing installment loans to those who used to have no access to it, HCPH is now digitizing their products and services—with their mobile app at the heart of it. Check out the list below to know all the cool features of the app. 

1. Get payment reminders, loan updates, and check payment history.

Tracking due dates can be a little challenging so the My Home Credit App made it easier by sending notifications for payments. Customers are reminded of their payment dates a few days before they are due and they also get notifications during the day itself in case they missed it. Loan details such as the remaining balance and payment history are also available via the app’s interface. It’s like having a personal loan manager on your mobile.

2. Chat with an agent.

Get instant access to a Home Credit agent via the app through the live chat feature. Those who have downloaded the app no longer need to make long phone calls or wait for an email reply with this function that instantly connects them to Home Credit.

3. Get access to additional products.

Eligible existing customers have the option to apply for an additional cash loan or credit card on top of their existing loans through the My Home Credit Mobile App. For the cash loan, the customer only needs to click the Apply Now button, fill up their details, and wait for the result of their application. Once approved, they can easily pick up their cash from any Home Credit partner store in two business days. Customers who are eligible for a credit card, on the other hand, will be automatically directed to the customer service hotline to apply.

4. Apply for app-exclusive products.

A cash loan without any lengthy papers and dozens of documents? Eligible new customers can have access to this by applying to the app-exclusive cash loan of Home Credit. The process is as simple as it gets. Customers only need to hit the Apply Now button, key in the promo code needed to unlock the loan offer, and provide their loan preference and personal details. Pre-approved customers will be notified of the results of their application within one hour* and be asked to visit the nearest Home Credit partner store to verify their identity with a sales associate.

5. Apply for auto-debit payments.

Keeping track and making payments can be a hassle for some, so the My Home Credit App gives customers the option to set auto-debit payments for their loans. The mobile app user only needs to provide their bank account details to allow automatic deduction from their account and skip going to payment centers.

Excited to try the mobile app? You can download the My Home Credit app at the Play Store now. You can also visit our website at https://www.homecredit.ph/ or follow our Facebook page at https://web.facebook.com/homecreditph/ to know more about it.

*applications after 9PM will be processed the next day.

PAYMAYA SURPRISES MALL-GOERS WITH TRAVEL GOODIES AND ALL EXPENSE-PAID VACATION TRIP

Hundreds of mall-goers spending quality time with their friends and families at Eastwood City Mall in Quezon City last Saturday, May 18, were treated to a special surprise by PayMaya where they got a chance to take home limited-edition travel goodies and even an all expense-paid vacation for four as part of PayMaya's "Tara!" travel campaign.  

By simply being a PayMaya account holder, mall-goers got a chance to bring home exciting travel items by joining in the Maya Piñata activity. Participating customers just had to pull a string from their chosen Maya piñata to reveal a special travel item. 

Gwynne Gatanela, a mall-goer at Eastwood, pulled the lucky string and won the ultimate prize of day, an all-expense paid vacation to Boracay for her and her barkada, complete with their own photographer to capture their insta-worthy travel photos.  

This special prize is just a glimpse of the awesome travel experience waiting for the winner of  PayMaya’s ongoing Tara! Promo which gives users a chance to fly to the most sought-after destinations in the world, with his own barkada, complete with their own photo and video team to document their favorite vacation moments.  

"As we wrap up our Tara! travel promo campaign, we wanted to give this surprise treat so people can have a chance to experience an elevated travel experience themselves. There's no doubt that with your PayMaya card, you get the best travel experience out there," said Raymund Villanueva, Vice President and Head of Growth and Marketing for PayMaya Philippines 

Recently, PayMaya reported that more and more Filipinos are discovering the benefits of going cashless in their travels, especially with the PayMaya card on hand, their best travel buddy. These PayMaya customers use their accounts to purchase airline tickets, book accommodations online, and spend on their travels oversees through their PayMaya card, in the first quarter of the year.  

With PayMaya, shopping abroad is as easy as a simple swipe as you can use it in all Visa-and Mastercard-accepting stores worldwide. There is no need to call your bank or card provider before your trips so you can focus on planning your itinerary to your dream destination. 

Withdrawing for extra cash is also a breeze because you can do it anytime on any Visa Plus or MasterCard ATM abroad. And most importantly, your money is secured because you can check every transaction on your PayMaya app and you can easily block your card here if it ever gets stolen.    

Get a chance to win the travel experience of a lifetime  

By simply going cashless with PayMaya, you too can pull the lucky string like our lucky winner in Eastwood and get a chance to quench your wanderlust and get the travel experience of a lifetime with your barkada.  

Running until May 31, 2019, the PayMaya Tara! Promo lets one lucky winner choose among five curated travel experiences to enjoy with three of his friends including a Safari adventure in South Africa, a magical getaway in London and Scotland, a gastronomic feast in Italy, a journey to the land of ice and fire in Iceland and Croatia, or a full K-Pop experience in South Korea.  

To earn raffle entries to the promo, all you have to do is complete any the following actions with your PayMaya account:     

• Activate your virtual card    

• Link your physical PayMaya card to your PayMaya app    
• Add money to your account    
• Upgrade your account and complete the upgrade / Know-Your-Customer (KYC) process    
• Pay bills in full and on time    
• Send money to another PayMaya user with a minimum amount of P10 via the PayMaya app or PayMaya in Messenger    

• Shop online and in-store using your virtual card in the PayMaya app or your physical PayMaya-issued card with a minimum spend of P300           
• Purchase prepaid load, gaming pins, or cable TV prepaid credits found in the in-app shop or PayMaya in Messenger    
•  Scan-to-pay via PayMaya QR with a minimum spend of P100        

Tara and make the PayMaya your official travel buddy!