Photo from Starbucks Philippines  Starbucks is proud to showcase their 2023 Starbucks Traditions collection! This year’s collection showcases a sophisticated new look that gives homage to Starbucks’ famous Siren but with thoughtful details that celebrate the brand’s silver anniversary. Customers have their choice among two (2) limited-edition planners with organizer designs, a classic cold cup, and a durable stainless-steel tumbler.  This collection is designed to pen your thoughts, enjoy coffee moments, and be able to fill it forward in the years to come. Purchase 18 handcrafted beverages throughout the holiday season to receive your Limited Edition 2023 Starbucks Traditions reward It’s that time of the year again,  it’s planner season!  Starbucks Philippines is ringing in the holidays with the release of the much-awaited Starbucks Traditions 2023 . 2023 STARBUCKS TRADITIONS COLLECTION Photo from Starbucks Philippines  Photo from Starbucks Philippines

"Balai sa Baibai is a play on the Bisayan translation of “house by the beach” coupled with the Thai concept of “Sabai-Sabai” which means to rest/relax/chill out. So, Balai sa Baibai means your home by the sea where you can sit back and relax. It is your extended family and home away from home in the Philippines." "Balai sa Baibai is located directly at one of the very rare sandy beaches on Camiguin with a breathtaking view over the Bohol Sea and the famous White Island. A tropical Bali-style garden with beautiful flowers and palm trees are surrounding our 7 rooms and villas. To cool down after unforgettable hikes or sightseeing tours around the island, our main and infinity pools are the right choice. If you want to relax and enjoy a massage, our spa, located in the middle of a tiny lake with water lilies, will wait for you. You can enjoy our breakfast and dinner in our restaurant with terrasse and open kitchen. Don´t miss the breathtaking sunsets

"Rituals and Customs to Celebrate Chinese New Year" While most Westerners experience ‘Chinese New Year’ by watching parades in Chinatown and having a great meal, its traditions vary from country to country. The holiday is more aptly called ‘Lunar New Year’, as it marks the start of a new lunar cycle, and is one of the most important holidays in Asia.   Photo by @Travelingbarista07 Share the wealth with loved ones The colour red brings literal wealth in the form of red lai see packets gifted to children and unmarried adults during the holiday. These red packets are cash gifts that can range from a few dollars to quite hefty amounts, depending on the relationship to the recipient. Employers are also expected to gift red packets to unmarried employees as a sign of gratitude.   Photo by @Travelingbarista07 Watch a traditional dance or fireworks show Perhaps not the most hangover-friendly of traditions, LNY wouldn’t be complete without pyrotec

"Discover the golden sands of the North" The endless sands marrying the calm ocean waves evoke a sense of tranquility and exclusive enclave to the yearning soul. A sense of peace greets you accompanied by a warm welcome that translates into the heart of service from our family. Golden Sands Destination Resort is situated in a picturesque property that gently unfolds as you walk inside the  gates. Golden Sands Destination Resorts is an up-and-coming destination thoughtfully curated to organically provide a variety of uplifting experiences for the senses, regeneration of the soul, and a coming to the self. The property sits on 25 hectares of vast space where verdant hills meet an almost endless sprawl of golden powdery sands, a result of the dance between the sun and this northern paradise’s unique topography. Photo from IG @TravelingBarista07   Facilities Uplift your Senses, Regenerate your soul, and come home to your self. It is almost impossible to