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Your PAL : From the heart since 1941 and more

Flight experience should be remembered like staying in a flying hotel with a “from the heart” kind of service. Truly, a Buong Pusong Alaga.

Even without the recent 4-Star rating from Skytrax, every Filipino knows how premium the “fly” is when it is with Philippine Airlines (PAL). Ever since PAL’s first flight from Makati to Baguio 77 years ago, the airline had never really stopped beating their own second-to-none standards.

With its 8th Bombardier Q400 type aircraft, what are the “more” treats expected for the passengers?

Philippine Airlines is no longer just a Manila-centric airline. Our new aircraft and our new hubs are a winning combination that will help expand our market reach both domestically and worldwide. This is imperative for a global airline, and we must sustain and build on our hard-won 4-Star rating.

– PAL President and Chief Operating Officer, Dr. Jaime J. Bautista.

More Time : Faster cruise speed gives you more time to enjoy the destination.

Bombardier Q400 fleets travel 30% faster. This efficiency pleases passengers may the reason of the trip be for vacation or for work. Bask with more time at the destination or accomplish more objectives at a business meeting. Faster cruise speed also comforts the passengers that flight schedules are followed smoothly.

More In-Flight Comfort : This is why there is “Q” in “Bombardier Q400”.

The “Q” stands for quiet. Yes, the faster travel time does not compromise the sound of the aircraft’s traverse regardless of how lengthy the haul is. Is not that a conducive auditory reception to at least get a bit of prophylactic rest before reaching your destination?

In time for Holy Week, PAL opened a link from Davao to Siargao, a fast-rising destination for surfers and adventure seekers. Siargao joins Tagbilaran, Zamboanga, Manila, Clark and Cebu as destinations from Davao. PAL is now increasing the Davao-Bohol flights daily, and plan to increase Davao-Clark flights in the coming months.

Haute interior also pampers you. These are premium seats, wider windows, spacious leg room, higher ceiling and larger luggage bins. I always believe that the flight experience should be remembered like staying in a flying hotel with a “from the heart” kind of service. Flights with PAL are! Truly, a Buong Pusong Alaga.

PAL is also assessing the request of DOT Secretary Teo to launch international routes directly from Davao International Airport, possibly to BANGKOK or a point in JAPAN.

More Worth of Your Money : Consistently values you from the Heart.

It is not just about reaching point B from point A. It is about the entire memory from booking, boarding, flying and disembarking. A lot of passengers auto-destroyed their trip due to dissatisfaction from delayed flights while others from an undesirable service culture of airline staff. There is nothing more costly than bad emotions during a travel. A memory of a smooth trip is more healthy to cherish than a memory of a seat sale. That is proven and true since 1941.

Philippine Airlines is the country’s first and only 4-Star airline, joining 42 other carriers like Emirates, Japan Airlines and British Airways.

From that five-seater Beech model 18 aircraft to now’s 86-seater Bombardier Q400 NG to the luxurious, first in Southeast Asia Airbus A321neo this June, Asia’s first airline had flown literally and idiomatically, so high. The five stars by then will just be a fortification and notoriety. We all know which airline in the Philippines really satisfies the Filipino people, from the heart.

V9, Vivo’s emerging bestseller, records 18,000 pre-orders in less than two weeks

A record breaking number less than two weeks before its set release date.

Distinct with its AI powered photography and 6.3-inch, 90% screen-to-body ratio display, Vivo’s V9 overwhelms pre-order expectations of whopping 18,000 units as of April 5. A record breaking number less than two weeks before its set release date, April 6.

Pre-sold from March 26 to April 2, Vivo Philippines assures the excited V9 owners that additional units for their inventory are already on its way to cope up the demand of its newest bestseller. This means that you can still own the V9 at PhP 17,990. Head on now to any authorized Vivo shop near you.

The V9 is a sleek, polished smartphone that comes in Pearl Black and Gold. Besides the improved AI Face Beauty technology, over 40 AR Stickers are built in to make taking selfies even more fun.

Pre order photo 2 — Vivo is looking a brighter 2018 ahead as it is the official smartphone of the FIFA World Cup Russia 2018.

Vivo is very grateful to its loyal followers for this impressive pre-selling rate. The global smartphone brand assures its fans that it will keep on pushing its boundaries to introduce consumer-friendly revolutions.

Check out Vivo’s official YouTube page for more information. I Facebook I Instagram I Twitter .

AI-powered photography, FullView™ display | Vivo V9 excites Philippines

Vivo Philippines lets over 200 guests to try first its V9 flagship unit with the sunset as the backdrop of their selfies.

”Perfect View, Perfect Shot Summer” Launching

Held inside the summer-themed ambiance of Wave at City of Dreams Manila, Vivo Philippines lets over 200 guests to try first its V9 flagship unit with the sunset as the backdrop of their selfies. Indeed a perfect shot, perfect view summer unveiling.

Anyone can enjoy a V9 for a “perfect” price of Php17,990 with pre-orders beginning on March 26 until April 2.

The launching event continued at the City of Dreams Grand Ballroom with Myx VJ Ai dela Cruz as the host. They were formally welcomed by Vivo Brand Director Annie Lim who recapped the smartphone company’s feats in the Philippines. Vivo executives then answered questions from the media.

Since it entered the Philippine market in 2016, Vivo has been steadily rising to become the country’s top three brand with over 5,200 stores and 1.5 million users nationwide.” – Brand Director Annie Lim

Scorching Reasons to own a V9

1. WIDEST SCREEN DISPLAY: It has a 90% screen-to-body ratio.
2. CLEARER PHOTOS: A 24-megapixel selfie camera and A 16MP+5MP dual read camera
3. SMART PHOTOGRAPHY : AI-powered photography for a “perfect view” and a “perfect shot.”
4. PLAY WITHOUT INTERRUPTION: The improved game mode enables users to take calls or open other apps without pausing the gaming applications.
5. PERFECT TAG: Anyone can enjoy a V9 for a “perfect” price of Php17,990 with pre-orders beginning on March 26 until April 2.

Fresh Faces of Vivo

Hailed as the preferred smartphone of the millennials worldwide, Vivo also welcomed its newest endorsers, who shall be ambassadors of Vivo’s belief in the importance of embracing self-expression and an energetic lifestyle. These are up-and-coming actors Edward Barber and Ivan Dorschner.

For inquiries about Vivo, visit the VIVO WEBSITE . Check out the social media accounts for updates: FACEBOOK PAGE I INSTAGRAM I TWITTER .

Vivo teases a “perfect shot, perfect view” Summer with Latest Smartphone

MARCH 22. A mobile phone experience perfect for the scorching season to embrace self-expression and an energetic lifestyle.

“Another innovative flagship phone this March 22.” Vivo Philippines sizzles. Following the success of the V7 plus and the V7 release, the top global phone manufacturer is set to send the mobile phone industry in frenzy with the release of yet another millennial stunner.

The latest of Vivo’s smartphone series promises bigger and better mobile phone experience perfect for the scorching season to embrace self-expression and an energetic lifestyle.

Users can expect that the new offering features the enhanced specs of the V7 phones’ impressive thumbprint features, centered on delivering flawless selfie shots made even better by state-of-the-art artificial intelligence (AI) beautifying tools. Dedicated in delivering perfect photos, expect a souped-up HDR mode of the camera.

A wider display feature is also making a buzz, complemented by a full HD resolution. As the V7’s successor, the Game Mode feature is expected to still be on board in the list of specifications along with the futuristic Face ID and fingerprint unlock component.

The mobile phone industry awaits with bated breath as Vivo’s freshest charmer is set to be out in the market. Although these specs are merely founded on speculations, one thing that is certain – Vivo will never disappoint.

Coffee is for Closers | Would you judge a Macchiato by its smell?

The Tahitian vanilla component is not actually more of a taste bud experience but an “air in the mouth” sensation.

Starbucks Philippines offers back its Tahitian Vanilla Macchiato. Have you tried it? Here is how it is sizzled. Available in hot, iced and blended, It is an infusion of (1) velvety steamed milk (2) with aromatic, caramelly Tahitian vanilla syrup, topped with Starbucks Signature Espresso and finished with (3) vanilla bean specks and (4) vanilla drizzle in a classic double crosshatch pattern.

I always want my coffee as hot. I love Starbucks’ mainstay caramel macchiato. Though it tends to be too sweet at times, I still enjoy asking for a free glass of water especially when I am on the last 1/4 of the portion. Considering that this new drink is a “caramelly” vanilla syrup made beverage with the intriguing “Tahitian” flair, I chose to try a new drink in its blended format for the first time. I preconceive it being way too sweet with the assumption that, the hot version might not be ideally sweet for me (as caramel macchiato being the sweetness reference) and that the ice in the blended version may at least try to neutralize the sweetness.

How it really tastes?

Not really too sweet. Totally the opposite of what I have expected that it might be irritant to the (my) throat. It smells the expected subtle vanilla sweetness. The first palate experience on every first sip is dictated with a caramelly sensation. As you try to take time enjoying, the after taste is dominated with the Tahitian vanilla component which is not actually more of a taste bud experience but an “air in the mouth” sensation. I would never judge a Macchiato or any drink’s sweetness ever again plainly through its vanilla smell nor through knowing that it contains a vanilla. A revelation from this taste test is that vanilla, Tahitian Vanilla to be specific, has a sweetness which is not from the tongue. And that for me is delicious, delightful and healthy.

This is a new palate experience every Macchiato fan should try. I would try the hot version soon.

JBL Store Opens in Davao with Showroom of its High-End Line, Revel

Revel produces innovation and no-compromise speakers such as floorstanding loudspeakers, in-ceiling speakers, in-wall subwoofer system, extreme climate speakers and more.

Besides the wide selection of JBL’s Bluetooth portable speakers and earphone, The JBL concept store in SM Lanang Premier, Davao also showcases the high-end stereo and surround audio speaker brand, REVEL.

May it be for your office’s audio-visual solutions or your home’s entertainment room, Would you dare to take your indoor listening experience to the next Revel? I mean, next level?

As this line of speakers intrinsically amplifies the art of luxury indoor sound reproduction, intently allocating a portion of the concept store for an immersive auditory experience is such a thoughtful move for JBL’s 2nd concept store in Mindanao.

Revel produces innovation and no-compromise speakers such as floorstanding loudspeakers, in-ceiling speakers, in-wall subwoofer system, extreme climate speakers and more.

As Davao’s real estate industry drastically grows, where both residential and commercial spaces are sold like hotcakes, a market for Revel indeed lurks throughout the city. Your space with expanded sound reproduction. May it be for your office’s audio-visual solutions or your home’s entertainment room, Would you dare to take your indoor listening experience to the next Revel? I mean, next level?

Hear more about the products. The JBL store is at the 2nd floor of SM Lanang Premier, Davao near the cinema complex. Visit the Facebook page or this website

Do not pitch the entire benefits : 3 Reasons Why

If you could help the prospect own the solution to their problem within the shortest time possible, why would you (both) choose to prolong it?

Always create a clear mental picture of what is the “now” of your prospect. Determine which they enjoy and which they want to upgrade. When you have garnered those information, your next goal is not just to give a compelling pitch that positions your offer as the solution. But a concise, customized, compelling pitch. This literally means that you don’t necessarily spill all the available benefits during your presentation. Why? Consider these.

1. To excite the prospect to ask for more.

There is no such prospect who loves ALL the benefits of your offer. It is your art to identify which among the features would excite their purchase. When they ask more about a specific benefit, listen intently. This is when questions give you advantage to identify what is it that they truly want. Apart from this encourages interaction, this also helps you to focus which benefit they want to be involved with deeper. Pitch that so well. Sprinkle your tools of the trade like fact-benefit close and third party stories. Then, Ask for the sale.

Closing a deal is a time-pressured exam. It is not an enumeration. It is an identification type. Turn that out to be your advantage.

2. To value both the prospect’s and your time.

Closers know the difference between a “fastened” pitch from a “hurried” pitch. Surely, we can all shorten the presentation. However, it takes practice and sharp judgement to master which benefits to retain and which to reserve for a specific prospect. This falls us back to consider first the mental picture of your prospect’s NOW.

3. To BOTH win the negotiation.

Reserve 2-7 benefits as currency of concessions in case for a bloody back end fight. Lowering the offer should be the last thing to do. List those benefits as elements of surprise as you negotiate. Surprises close deals.

Closing a deal is a time-pressured exam. It is not an enumeration. It is an identification type. Turn that out to be your advantage. If you could help the prospect own the solution to their problem within the shortest time possible, why would you (both) choose to prolong it? Filter the benefits. Don’t waste your time. Don’t waste that deal.