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IMAGESASIAthe expressions of art, life and styleVolume 1 Number 5

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The Peacock Garden is a luxury boutique resort perched on a hilltop with anexpansive view of the sea. Just a few minutes past historic Baclayon Church, it’s a short 15-minute drive from Tagbilaran City, the island’s capital.

To complement its rooms, the resort features a fine dining restaurant, Romanspa, wine cellar, music and dance club, and cigar lounge, as well as facilities and services forbusiness and social events. Eco-cultural beach, and outdoor activities are offered nearby.

Bohol’s unsurpassed charm

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Editor’s Note

MAKE HAY, WHILE THE SUN SHINES

Editor-at-Large ERNEST GONZAGAEditor-in-Chief SELENA ESCANO

Advertising/Marketing Director RANULPH HUERTASGraphic/Layout Director JOHN ERNEST GREGORY

Image Editor MARLON JAY SALINASWeb Design and Hosting DIGITAL WEB GROUP

Contributing EditorJAMES BENEDICT SACRAMENTO (S h /N h C l f )

Dear readers,

Summer is one of the best moments to celebrate lifeand bond with people who matters to us. It’s the perfect time for anescapade to break free from the usual routine.

In this issue, we hop off to the picturesque andwithout a doubt the most beautiful island paradise on earth – Boracayand its newest hot spot destination – Monaco Suites de Boracay.JAMES BENEDICT SACRAMENTO (Southern/Northern California)

Senior PhotographersVOLTAIRE DOMINGO / MIKE ALQUINTO

PhotographersJEROME ASCANO / MJ CACHERO / STEVEN HAMADA

EDISON SEE / TJ MARGATE / IBARRA SIAPNO

and its newest hot spot destination Monaco Suites de Boracay.

As scorching as the sun-baked beaches and asreinvigorating as the ultramarine waters of Boracay, we presentequally sizzling and intricate personalities who grace the back-to-backcovers of Images Asia.

New York-based Filipina Actress Renee Rogofffluidly metamorphoses from one character to the next, playing the

i th i d b di ti t i h ti i ShU.S.A. Photo CorrespondentsMIKE CARRION San Francisco, CA / GINO GONZAGA Anaheim, CA

IRVIN RIVERA Los Angeles, CA / HARVEY MCKENZIE Sacramento, CA

Contributing WritersMARIE JOY RAMIREZ | FRANKLIN SMITH | ANNA MONTINOLA

Publisher ERNEST GONZAGA

vixen, the gamine and brooding artist in her emotive expressions. Sheproves her mettle in artistic short films and mixed media artAcademy, Goya and BAFTA Award-Winning Spanish Actor JavierBardem, once professed in an interview, “The difference between anartist and a person that’s crazy is that the artist has a two-way ticketand the crazy person only has a one-way.”

Renee is one of the rare actresses who canmalleably act in a wide range of roles from one extreme to another

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CARA MIA GONZAGAProduction/Circulation Manager

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and once the limelight is turned off naturally reverts to her bubblypersona.

On the twin cover, businessman Ruben “Rubby”Lugtu is involved in transforming lives for the better. He is avisionary leader who employs management strategies and tactics tohelp change the countless lives of Filipinos for a brighter future. Heseems to take to heart Martin Luther King, Jr.’s principle, “All laborthat uplifts humanity has dignity and importance and should be

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There’s a timeless adage for one to “Make hay,while the sun shines.” Elements are within the favor of otherachievers featured in this edition: Dan Fernandez, Gerald Arndt,Charmaine Cruz, Enzo Lugtu and Alexandria Mills.

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Ruben “Rubby” Lugtu

Visionary Leader For The yUnsung Heroes

Photographs: EDISON SEE

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It’s a classic case of pursuing the commonFilipino dream of providing a better future for the family thatdrives mothers, fathers, daughters and sons to sacrifice thecompany of loved ones and the comforts of life in the countryfor the adventures abroad as an OFW (Overseas FilipinoW k )Workers).

Toiling almost endlessly, adapting todifferent cultures, battling loneliness with the indomitable spiritof optimism and the intermittent calls from home on certainpressing financial needs or emergencies are some of thechallenges OFWs face. Reality is a fickle friend. In times ofvital needs, families of OFWs either turn to informalcommunity lenders who charge exorbitant interests or financialy ginstitutions with voluminous paper requirements to thedisadvantage of the OFWs and their next of kin.

In view of this social quagmire, RubenLugtu, friends call him Rubby, together with his esteemedpartners wore the cap of social entrepreneurship to providefinancial security and leverage to OFWs and their familiesthrough simple, accessible and viable financial services.

As Chairman and President of AsialinkFinance Corporation, Rubby envisioned for the socio-economicdevelopment of the country through tailor-made financialproducts that are responsive to the needs OFWs and otherdiverse sectors that collectively act as the backbone of thePhilippine economy. Established since 1997, his flagship firmcaters to small and medium enterprises as well as professionaland medical practitioners for a range of flexible credit facilitiesthat doesn’t burn the pocket.

Similar to Nobel Peace Prize AwardeeMuhammad Yunus, Rubby has endeavored beyond profit totransform his vision into concrete actions of imparting financialsolutions for working class families to ensure education of theirchildren, gain medical assistance, grow their businesses andenhance the quality of their lives through acquisition of dreamhome and dream car.o e d d e c .

His steadfast leadership has bolstered theexpansion of Asialink Finance Corporation to 500 employeesand thousands of independent financial consultants in morethan 18 branches across the country.

Further building grassroots development,Rubby took the helm of Tanay Rural Bank as its Chairman toenable farmers and the marginalized sector to have easy accessenable farmers and the marginalized sector to have easy accessto banking products and services. Ruben revitalized theoperations and helped infused change management to TanayRural Bank, once known in the 70s as the Outstanding RuralBank in its region to be more up-to-date, efficient andresponsive to the needs of the times.

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Through the Tanay Rural Bank, Rubby aimed tohelp farmers to avail of credit for appropriate cycle of crops intheir lands, stretch their financial liquidity prior to reaping thefruits of their labor and sensibly save during times of harvest Hefruits of their labor and sensibly save during times of harvest. Heis keen on rendering adequate micro-credit to cottage industries orsmall business enterprises in areas where its 5 branches and 7marketing offices serve with a total of more than 200 staff.

With an insatiable mission for helping build arobust economy by means of diversifying in the other businessventures, Rubby is the concomitant captain of the ship of thrivingcompanies particularly Global Dominion Financials, EasternL M l d l hi E l b O i l il dLuzon Motorcycle dealership, Eyelab Optical retail stores andForbes Financial Consultancy.

The legacy of entrepreneurship and paternalmentorship burns brightly from one generation to the next inRuben’s family. Akin to his father’s guidance and devotion forhim to experience business first hand at a young age, Rubbyencourages his children Paulo, Lorenzo, Nikki and Carlos to learnthe ropes of the trade in the actual dynamics of commerce.p y

Rubby spends his downtime with his lovely wifeTheresa, family, friends and business partners whilst teeing off atthe golf course, playing tennis, riding the bikes to explore natureand photographing architectural marvels and magnificent interiorsof awe-inspiring places in his travels.

A weekend warrior, Rubby ultimately enjoysfond moments with close ties at his rest house in Batangas It’sfond moments with close ties at his rest house in Batangas. It swhere he revels in the simple pleasures of tinkering with thedesign of his home interiors, gardening, walking the shorelinesand gazing at the expansive vistas, perhaps plotting his upcomingmoves for addressing the evolving financial requisites of Filipinosoverseas and other unsung heroes in their motherland.

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Location: PALONICA BEACH RESORTLian, Batangas

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Monaco Suites de BoracayIdyllic Oasis in the

Island ParadiseIsland ParadisePhotographs: IBARRA SIAPNO

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Breathtakingly nestled on the Southeastern seasidehill in the most exclusive enclave of the Philippines’ most notableisland paradise, Monaco Suites de Boracay, the international 5-StarDeluxe Resort is a tropical oasis on a sprawling 16,000 sq. m. estateamid lush landscaped gardens and overlooking the spectacular andexpansive ocean vistas.

A beachfront haven of luxury and refinements,y ,discerning guests lavish in its all-suites accommodation, private stretchof immaculate beach, dolphin-shaped infinity pool, facilities for watersports activities and island explorations, spa treatments and diningoptions for gourmet creations.

Right at the doorsteps of Monaco Suites, the dazzlingand crystal clear waters of Boracay provide a plethora of fun and frolic.Experience the endless exhilarations of the on-site water sports such asjet skiing para sailing water skiing parasailing kite boarding windjet skiing, para-sailing, water skiing, parasailing, kite boarding, windsurfing, snorkeling, banana boat & flyfish riding and scuba diving.

Boasting of ultra-modern comforts in island lifestylebalanced with access to nature’s delightful marvels, Monaco Suitesindulge travelers to the added convenience of its private road and owndocking port for an easy gateway to blissful adventures.

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SUITE ESCAPE

i l i d i h dLuxuriously-appointed with modernamenities, plush bathroom, kitchen, living and diningareas and a balcony with sweeping views of Boracay’sfamed Bulabog beach and Mt. Luho, eachMediterranean-inspired suite is a sanctuary of calm andoneness with nature. Linger in the comfort and privacy ofthe spacious and stylish suite equipped with air-conditioning, LCD cable TVs, internet access, mini-barand shower with bathtub.

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DARINGLY DELICIOUSDARINGLY DELICIOUSSeduce the palate to the bounty of flavors fresh

from the surf and turf at the Sea View Restaurant of MonacoSuites de Boracay. A wide range of western and eastern gourmettreats are available a la carte for guests’ every whim and fancy.The specialty of the house is its signature lobster dish that goesperfectly with one of the exquisite wines in the restaurant’sclassic selection.

Cream Of Tomato SurpriseWith fresh diced tomatoes, and a secret ingredient to spice things up

Prime Rib EyeGrilled Certified Angus Beef, Prime Rib-Eye Steak in beef jus and onions, with sauteed vegetables

Demeter’s SaladSea View’s house Greek salad served with feta cheese, tomatoes, cucumber and lettuce

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WAVES OF SEAFOOD FAVES

Indulge in the gastronomic treasures of theIndulge in the gastronomic treasures of thesea such as oysters, crabs, lobsters, salmon, blue marlin,squids, clams and tiger prawns meticulously prepared indiners choice of authentic Asian or Mediterranean culinarydelights.

King PrawnsIn butter lemon sauce with rice pilaf

SHEER DECADENCE

Mango Parfaitwith Chocolate Honey Coulis

SHEER DECADENCE

Bite into the sheer decadence of summer fruit-flavored ice creams, parfaits, icy concoctions and classic dessertssuch as brownies and waffles served a la mode to cool down fromthe blazing outdoor heat.

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GERRY KATIGBAK EDGAR MADAMBAd FANNY SERRANOFashion Focusand FANNY SERRANO

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Fashion Focushion FocusGerry Katigbak

Ethereal as Mallarme’s nymph and faunspending an afternoon in the neo modern Manila where pockets offlowers vivaciously inch their way up from leftover earth, the cement

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Fashion Focuspavement are baked and glazed with the golden caramel glow ofsummer and the warm air carries Debussy’s notes, Gerry Katigbakcaptures the vibrancy of sun-soaked days in his most recent collection.

The striking hues and the fluid & flowing piecesin breezy sheer fabrics convey a cheerful and carefree ensemble. Theyoung lady-like avant-garde look in brightly-colored silken chiffonplays peek-a-boo over a floral corset and the above-the-knee hemlineaccentuates the legs.

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Reinventing casual elegance amid theskyscrapers, Katigbak’s creative interpretations for the male urbanitefavor Russian pants or jeans paired with the bold-tinted preppy shirtslayered in checkered vest and an accent of bow tie for a preppy appeal.




Models: MAECON TIMBOL and LOUIE ROMMEL LARIOSA(TPOL Model Management Agency)

Hair and Make-Up: AWI and QUIRICOof STYLE ARTICA Quezon City

Fashion FocusQuezon City

DENTACARE PHILS

Locale:THE GARDENS OF CASA DIEGO REAL




Fashion Focus Photography and Styling:HENRY Q. FERRER ERNEST E. PUNZALAN (TPOL Creative Artists Division)



Fashion Focushion FocusFashEdgar Madamba

Whether it’s tea with the queen or agala night at the Buckingham Palace, Kate Middleton couldheed some fashion advice from Edgar Madamba, one ofManila’s notable designers. Edgar’s stylish and elegantly

Fashion FocusManila s notable designers. Edgar s stylish and elegantlyconstructed gowns with a youthful vibe and contemporaryhues can very well be the dress-to-impress must-haves fit forroyalty.

Edgar’s collection is a fashion statementof sculptured yet feminine glamour. The pieces are wearableand perfect for making a grand entrance in soirees for theposh set. One of the stand-out gowns is constructed inb it hi dé ll t f i h d d ilk ti

Fashion Focusbewitching décolletage of aquamarine-shaded silky satinwhich emphasize the delicate complexion and contrasts to thefluid princess cut with textured vertical tulle appliqués incomplementing colors. His signature bold bubble-like miniskirt paired with sharp-lined fuchsia jacket is a paradox ofdrama and restraint.


Fashion Focushion FocusFashPhotography and Styling:

HENRY Q FERRER

Fashion FocusHENRY Q. FERRER ERNEST E. PUNZALAN(TPOL Creative Artists Division)

Fashion FocusModel: MAECON TIMBOL

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(TPOL Model Management Agency)

Hair and Make-Up: AWI & QUIRICO

STYLE ARTICA SALONQuezon City

L ti Fashion FocusLocation: THE CASA DIEGO REAL

by antiquarian and designer RUDY DIEGO

Acknowledgement:DENTA CARE PHILS.

by DR. JOANNA VILLADOLID-CRISTI

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Fashion Focus Reminiscent of the resurgence of the Vampire feverpopularized by Stephenie Meyer in her Twilight, Fanny Serrano brings

Fanny Serrano

hion FocusFashinto the fore his modern reduxe of the Victorian era aesthetics transportedin contemporary society.

Propriety and gentle manners are embroidered in thechin-grazing fabric, long-sleeved flowing cuts, dramatic bow appliqué,Victorian silhouettes and checkered patterns and composition, all staplesin the wardrobe of the Volturi clan.

Breaking free from the strict decorum is a delicate

Fashion FocusBreaking free from the strict decorum is a delicate

romantic number of a one-sleeved crepe de chine scarlet gown with sky-high slits for the mademoiselle and noir ensemble with accents of blood-shaded scarf & felt-textured hat for the gentleman.


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Fashion FoModels: MAECON TIMBOL LOUIE ROMMEL (TPOL Model Management Agency

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Fashion Fohion FocusFashFashion FocusMaquillage and Hair:

FANNY SERRANOassisted by LAWRENCE LEUTERIOand the Fanny Serrano Salon staff

Fashion FoLocale: THE FANNY SERRANO ATELIER & SALON Timog, Quezon City



Fashion Focus Photographs: ERNEST E. PUNZALAN SEAN PEREZLEONARDO DE LA FUENTE(TPOL C ti A ti t Di i i )

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Gerald Arndt

Marketing WhizPhotographs: IBARRA SIAPNO

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T“The person born with a talent they are meantto use will find their greatest happiness in using it,” noted JohannWolfgang von Goethe, one of Germany’s greatest poets. Thisaxiom rings a chord of truth in the life of Gerald Arndt, GeneralManager of Monaco Suites de Boracay.

From Dusseldorf, the fast-faced and ultra-modern financial, fashion and cultural hub by the edges of theRhi i d h lf th l b t th l id b k dRhine river and half way across the globe to the laid-back andstylish island resort lifestyle by the pristine shores of Boracay,Gerald brings his thunder and lightning bolt of marketing savvyskills, more than a decade of experience in the swankiest 5-StarHotels in Germany and management wisdom of his father whohad built a career in the hospitality industry.

Gerald is the man behind creating a buzz anddemand for Boracay in Deutsche land. His wide network amongy gcelebrities in Germany is his key to attracting the A-listers andother posh Germans who simply love the good life to visitMonaco Suites de Boracay.

He has created his strong connections with thehigh society crowd in Germany through his upscale night spotbusiness in Dusseldorf. He has organized house parties for theglam set whilst showcasing avant-garde electronic music, thegenre of music that originated from Dusseldorf with bands such asgenre of music that originated from Dusseldorf with bands such asKraftwerk, D.A.F., Die Krupps gaining international prominence.

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Location: MONACO SUITES DE BORACAY

In the course of his stint in Germany, Gerald has organized talk of thetown events for BMW, fashion shows for international designers along the ranks of RuthHeinen with her signature label Rita-Lagune and atelier exhibits of the late JoergImmendorf, the famous German contemporary painter.

In the sphere of management for the hospitality sector, Gerald hashelped supervise the customer service team of the 5-Star Nikko Hotel and Radisson Hotel,DusseldorfDusseldorf.

Tracing his roots in the Philippines and being at the helm of runningMonaco Suites de Boracay, Gerald is more than delighted to utilize his talents for helpingdrive tourism in his homeland.

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In Focus:Ibarra Siapno

Behind The LensesBehind The LensesPhotographs: EDISON SEE

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In his quarter life, Ibarra Siapno, registered nurseand graduate from Trinity University of Asia - St Luke's College ofNursing traded the scalpel for the square cold metallic glints, glasslenses and bright flashes of the professional digital camera to capturethe charisma of the iconic Imelda Marcos and Chavit Singson. He hasalso dabbled in travel photography primarily taking fresh takes onsome of the Philippines’ prime tourist attractions.

He attributes his interest in photography to hisfamily’s legacy Ibarra’s grandfather was a war photographer andfamily s legacy. Ibarra s grandfather was a war photographer andsoldier during the Vietnam War. After the tour of duty, his grandpabuilt his photojournalism career and later on his dad as a young manworked as a cameraman at ABC 5. However, both stopped workingbehind the lenses when Martial Law was declared.

Out of curiosity and as a way to rekindle thepassion of his paternal lineage, in high school, Ibarra became aphotographer of “Augustinian Mirror,” the student paper of ColegioS A ti M k ti H i iti ll d t d t h tSan Agustin–Makati. He initially documented events such as sportsfest, parades and theater plays.

In college, his fondness for photography grew andhe upgraded his equipment from a point and shoot digital camera to aDSLR. He simply clicked away wherever he went and made it a pointto share his photos for constructive review among members of thephotography community in the internet.

He was amazed and privileged to be given a breakby Ernest Gonzaga, publisher of Images Asia where he started out as abehind-the-scene photographer until he was given key assignments.Ibarra considers top-notch photographers Voltaire Domingo and MikeAlquinto as his mentors for the technical know-how in digitalphotography.

An avid body builder and fitness enthusiast,Ibarra also has a fun-loving side and it’s evident in his role asIbarra also has a fun-loving side and it s evident in his role ascheerleading choreographer for award-winning presentations ofstudents.

Challenging himself for greater creativity, Ibarraplans to delve into macro and underwater photography in the nearfuture.

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Nosing Around…..By Ernest Gonzaga

New Philippine Licensee of Miss World Ltd.

By Ernest Gonzaga

Miss World Philippines Chairman/CEO Cory Quirino and Miss World Ltd. Chairman/CEO Julia Morley during the ceremonies at the Makati Shangri-la Hotel with Miss World 2010, Alexandria Mills and Miss Botswana and first runner

Miss World Ltd. Chairperson and CEO JuliaMorley flew in to Manila recently to award the exclusive licenseeagreement of Miss World Philippines to tri-media personality andwellness guru, Cory Quirino, at a ceremony witnessed by Mrs.Morley’s entourage and members of the press at the Makati Shangri-L M il H t l

up Emma Wareus

La Manila Hotel.

This is Mrs. Morley’s first visit to Manila in the60-year history of Miss World. It will be remembered that thepageant’s local licensee for many years was Stella Marquez deAraneta of the Binibining Pilipinas Charities, Inc.

Mrs. Morley was accompanied by reigning MissWorld Alexandria Mills from the USA and first runner-up EmmapWareus from Botswana. The awarding of the license was thehighlight of Miss Mills’ world tour, calling it a momentous occasionfor Miss World organizers. The organization is currently celebratingits 60th year of “Beauty with a Purpose” and has raised more thanUS$400 million in support of children’s charities across the globesince its inception.

“We are entering into a new paradigm ofpageants in keeping with our mission and values ” remarked Mspageants, in keeping with our mission and values, remarked Ms.Quirino, who, as chair of World for All Foundation, counts the PGHMedical Foundation and Tuloy Street Childen Foundation as majorbeneficiaries of Miss World Philippines — both of which wererepresented by their respective chairs, Dr, Greg Alvior and Fr. RockyEvangelista at the signing. She added: “With more than 15 years asan officer serving Rotary International Districts 3810 and 3830, Ihave found the focus on community development by the organizersof Miss World congruent with my continuing advocacies.”

Alexandria Mills of USA, Miss World 2010

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During their less than 48-hour stay inManila, Mrs. Morley and her party, which included MissWorld Ltd. events director Stephen Douglas andconsultant to Miss World-Asia Paul Lee, made specialptrips to the Philippine General Hospital, the Tuloy StreetChildren Foundation’s facilities in Alabang, and theOspital ng Makati. At the luncheon ceremony, Mrs Morleyrecalled the pageant’s history. Founded by her husbandEric Morley in 1951, the first Miss World pageant waswelcomed by an audience greater than those at otherinternational events such as the World Cup and theOlympic Games. At its peak, the show claimed anaudience of 27 5 million in Britain alone Sixty years

Miss World Ltd. Chairperson and CEO

audience of 27.5 million in Britain alone. Sixty yearsonward, the pageant still manages to pull in crowds withthe world’s most beautiful women assembled in one place.

The highest rank the Philippines hasachieved in the Miss World Beauty Pageant was in 1973,first runner-up won by Evangeline Pascual. In 1993,actress/TV host Ruffa Gutierrez was the second runner-up.Both of them were present during the signing ceremony.

Her acceptance of the license reflectsMiss Quirino’s “commitment to be a catalyst for womenand children’s health, development and empowerment,”and socio-civic undertakings will be a core activity of MissWorld Philippines.

The enduring popularity of MissWorld has been further enhanced with the global beauty

Miss Botswana and Miss World 2010 first runner up Emma Wareus, Miss USA and Miss World 2010 Alexandria Mills, actress/model/TV g y

pageant being localized and its exclusive license awardedto Ms. Quirino. The public is looking forward to this newchapter of the pageant’s history in the country, as shownby the attention showered upon Mrs. Morley’s visit.

Photographs: JEROME ASCANO/NPPA IMAGES

host Ruffa Gutierrez, Miss World Ltd Chairperson/CEO Julia Morley, Miss World Philippines Chairman/CEO Cory Quirino and former beauty queen Evangeline Pascual

Ruffa Gutierrez, Tessa Prieto Valdes and Cory Quirino Cory Quirino, Alexandria Miles and Emma Wareus

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Mi W ld 2010Miss World 2010

An American BeautyAlexandria Mills

18 year-old Miss USA Alexandra Mills is the reigning Miss World 2010. The blondebeauty is a high school graduate from Louisville, Kentucky. Her intelligence, sharp wits and gracemade her stand out among 115 other contestants for the prestigious pageant held in Sanya, China.She is a currently a model for a top modeling agency in Florida and plans to pursue a teachingcareer in the future.

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Italian Trade Commission’s savvy LyndonVillanueva acted as the master of ceremonies for the awarding ofcertificates of merit to the festival participants FURNitalia, Maserati,Segna Tempo, Ariston, The White Hat, Best World Beverages,Ducati Superbikes, ELBA, Ristorante Italiano, Versace, EdsaShangri-la Hotel, The Heritage Hotel Manila, Oakwood Premier,Diamond Hotel, Dusit Thani, Peninsula, Dolce & Gabbana, Podium,Ferrari, KLM, Rustan’s, Cravings, L’Opera, Cantinetta, Giuseppe,Café Puccini Bellini’s and other partnersCafé Puccini, Bellini’s and other partners.

The festival logo design contest was won by JunCristobal of the College of Fine Arts, University of the Philippines.He was given an Italian watch courtesy of Segna Tempo. The grandraffle prize of two (2) roundtrip ticket Manila-Italy was handed toMs. Andrea Relucio, one of the thousands of patrons to the DolceItalia partner establishments.

Members of the diplomatic corps, festival partners,Italian head honchos based in the Philippines, government agencies& trade association representatives, well-respected pillars of businessand Manila’s high society took part in the dazzling Italian night.

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BeDazzlingBeDazzlingBy SELENA ESCANO

A NIGHT OF SOULFUL ITALIAN JAZZ FOR DOLCE ITALIA IN MANILA!FOR DOLCE ITALIA IN MANILA!

As magnificent as the remnants of the RomanEmpire’s traces in society and architecture, the modern dayItalians have the habit of making no one forget their magnificentpresence and ventures on the face of the planet. Recently, theItalian Trade Commission capped “Dolce Italia,” the two-monthseries of cultural and gastronomic fetes in Manila with the soulfulItalian Jazz, an exhibit of the most coveted Italian branded carsand motorcycle i.e. Ferraris and Vespas and oh-so-temptingItalian cocktails all in one night at the sleek venue of the WhiteSpace.

Sicilian contemporary Jazz artist on piano andvocals Daniela Schachter and Venetian experimental jazz vocalistvocals Daniela Schachter and Venetian experimental jazz vocalistElena Camerin rendered soulful harmony and rhythms for arelaxed yet elegant Italian fete. Daniela evokes the vocal prowess& allure of Diana Krall with a sprinkling of Brazilian Bossa Novawhilst Elena mesmerizes with her playful improvisationsreminiscent of her stint in the Afro-Cuban Quartet “Mi Ritmo.”Both gifted artists who are based in New York thrilled the elegantcrowd to the light as a feather, yet strikingly complex emotionalchords of "E Se Domani," "Lo Sguardo Della Luna," “Bye ByeBl kbi d ” “Li l M h f R ” “C D i ” “I Wi d”Blackbird,” “Little Mouth of Rose,” “Crazy Desire,” “I am Wind”and other jazzy notes.

The Italian Ambassador to the Philippines LucaFornari and Italian Trade Commissioner Massimilano Sponzilliled the marvelous Italian affair from start to end.

Ambassador Fornari stated, “The festival iscalled ‘Dolce Italia’… a good time to celebrate the ‘sweetness’ ofgthe partnership between Italy and the Philippines. In fact, thedeepening of political and economic relations between our twocountries has led to an increase in the Italian presence in thePhilippines , especially on a community level.”

“Italy is one of the countries in Southern Europeblessed with a veritable heritage of art, history, culture and thearts… Italy is the home of creativity, design and refined taste…This juxtaposition is behind the success every Italian productThis juxtaposition is behind the success every Italian product ---thus our best car is not only the most technologically advanced butalso the best-looking… Italy is also the home of indulgence: thefreshest seafood, the most excellent wines and the most appetizingpasta… This is Italy, the great country that I would like to sharewith all Filipinos through all events of this year’s ‘Dolce Italia,”added Italian Trade Commissioner Sponzilli.

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Unlike the spies and secret agents infiltratingcontroversial organizations, Charmaine Cruz as AgentProvocateur does not go undercover with an assumed name,but simply taps into hotels and various businesses to enticethem to enhance their supply chain management system withher company’s relevant products.

Charmaine is the Chief Executive Officer ofProvocateur and its subsidiaries. A successfulbusinesswoman, she went out of her comfort zone to carveher niche in the field of global branding and managementconsultancy.

In her capacity as management consultant, sheacts as a resource speaker in international conferences withinthe Asia-Pacific region. In 2008, she was one of the 100global brand presenters in the Brand Couture Conference heldat Suntec, Singapore. She is an expert in expounding conceptsof brand management and brand equity in the interactive andmulti-media platform for practical business applications.

She graduated from the Ateneo de Manila Universitywhere she took up her Bachelor’s degree in InterdisciplinaryStudies and subsequently accomplished her Master’s degreeq y p gin Industrial-Organizational Psychology. To further bolsterher academic credentials and gain tools to expand herbusiness, Charmaine is currently completing theOwner/President Management Program at the HarvardUniversity in Boston, Massachusetts, which she is set tocomplete in 2012.

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CHARMAINE CRUZAgent ProvocateurCharmaine Cruz

AGENT PROVOCATEURPhotographs: STEVEN HAMADA

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Location: PALONICA BEACH RESORT

Lian, Batangas

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The degree in Communications Technology Managementfrom Ateneo De Manila University comes in handy for Enzo Hisfrom Ateneo De Manila University comes in handy for Enzo. Hisbackground on the latest technology tools for business integration andapplication in modern-day communications process is proving to be an assetfor his various inputs to Asialink.

In essence, Enzo endeavors to help re-engineer Asialink toan innovative company that “preserves its core values and stimulatesprogress,” one of the key ingredients cited by Jim Collins and Jerry Porras inthe survey of successful blue chip multinational companies entitled “Built toLast, Successful Habits of Visionary Companies.”

When not at the pow-wow boardroom meetings, Enzolistens to his favorite tunes on his ipod and catches up on the latest trends inmen’s fashion. He shares his father’s passion for travelling to appreciatecultures and architecture; sporting activities such as golf, basketball andtennis and the zen-like calm of the outdoors by the beach.

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Being destined as the one next in line to help manage andcatapult the firm that previous generations have built with a solid reputation andstrong foundation can be a daunting and pressure-filled goal for someoneyoung. However, it does not seem like a Herculean task for the 23-year oldEnzo Lugtu After all youth has its own advantages of daring and fresh insightsEnzo Lugtu. After all, youth has its own advantages of daring and fresh insightsinto business.

His nonchalant demeanor and cool calculated moves veil anintense focus and active mind. Enzo, the second in the brood of four, takes toheart his apprenticeship at the Executive Office of Asialink Corporation. Hefeels privileged to take the lead from his father Ruben Lugtu, the company’sChairman and President. Enzo looks up to his dad as his role model. Enzo keepsin his pocket the words of wisdom that for one to succeed in business, one mustbe keen on understanding the essence of the Filipino values and adapt to thechanges in the socio-economic landscape.

From Enzo’s point of view, the business environment isindeed in a flux of rapid changes and to jumpstart the company to new heights,he believes that a new business framework with appropriate strategies is anecessity.

The New York best-selling non-fiction book "The World isgFlat: A Brief History of the 21st Century” authored by Thomas Friedmanexpounded the challenges that Enzo echoed, “There is a perceptual shift forcompanies & individuals to be competitive in the global market…. socio-political & geographical walls & barriers are becoming irrelevant… The globalplatform allowed more people to plug and play, collaborate & compete, shareknowledge & share work, than anything we have ever seen in the history of theworld.”

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Lorenzo “Enzo” Lugtu

COOL EFFECTPhotographs: IBARRA SIAPNO

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SOAK UP THE SUN

Experience an epiphany of the beautyof the cloud-freckled azure skies kissing the turquoiseseas in a mirror reflection as the jealous powdery whitesands cling to the sea’s lengthening arms on the waitingsands cling to the sea s lengthening arms on the waitingshores of Boracay.

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Sweethearts hold their dream weddings andhoneymoons in one of the island’s row of premier hotels and resorts. Onthe other hand, partygoers swarm after dark to the fashionable strip ofnightspots namely Hey Jude’s, Cocomangas, Friday’s Bar, Beachcomberg p y y , g , y ,Bar and other lively venues.

The sports minded and adventurous types get theirnatural highs from water sports of scuba diving, jet skiing & parasailing;island hopping on Bulabog beach, Diniwid beach, Ilig-iligan beach &Puka shell beach; exploration of bat caves, Mount Luho, Crystal Cove,Willy’s Rock, Kar-Tir Shell Museum; and other sporting activities likebeach volleyball, Frisbees, golf, horseback riding and ATV/bug cardrivingdriving.

Sun worshippers simply lounge around theincomparable shorelines of Boracay for suntan and henna tattoos. Bydusk, depending on their caprice, they sip martini, pinacolada, vodka orfresh young coconut juice while they simply marvel at the magnificentsunset unraveling nature’s installation art exhibit represented in thepanoramic and strikingly-colored abstract painting in the skies and varyingdaily depending on the sun’s mood.

Indeed, tourists of different persuasions from all overthe world flock to Boracay to check their bucket list with a bright penmarker. There’s a different brand of joie de vivre for everyone in thisparadise of serendipities

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The proverbial countless multi-hued jars of joyThe proverbial countless multi hued jars of joyare swathed on its world-renowned talc-like fine powdery whitesands on the shores, ready to be opened for island paradiseexperiences that sparkle like a thousand eyes of the nightscape anddazzle as diverse as the charms and sweet surprises of Boracayitself.

Whether one is a first time visitor or a habitué,there’s always something dazzling to discover and re-discover inthis butterfly-shaped island on the Northwestern tip of Panay inWestern Visayas. It is easily accessible by air from Manila, Cebuto two major portals of Caticlan and Kalibo airports. Major airlinessuch as Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, SEAIR, Asian Spirit andAir Philippines fly en route to the ultimate tropical paradise ofBoracay.

On and off the beach of Boracay, travelers enjoythe excitements and wonders of the island.t e e c te e ts a d wo de s o t e s a d.

For children tugging along their doting parentsand relatives, Boracay is a place to build castles in the sand, findunique seashells or draw doodles on the expanse of pristine sands.Families share fresh crabs, lobsters and other gastronomic thrillsover animated conversations at D’Talipapa, Mango Ray, Aria,Jonah’s Café del Sol, Cyma and other restaurants.

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Boracay

Sparkling SerendipitiesSparkling SerendipitiesPhotographs: JOHN ERNEST GREGORY

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His natural charisma among his constituents andthe masses at large combined with his savvy communication chopsand sincerity to reach out to those in need is the key point in hispublic service playbook. Together with other members of theHouse of Representatives, Dan aims to push for economiclegislation that would spur investments and employment in thecountry.

A thinking man who has always placedcommunity service as one of his top priorities, he’s able to tap intohis skills as a licensed Optometrist during out-reach programs andmedical missions.

On the other hand, Dan has not completelyabandoned his thespian calling. He recently played the role of thechieftain in the iconic mythical Filipino hero flick entitled “AngPanday ”Panday.

Dan is married to the former actress SheilaYsrael and they have 3 beautiful children.

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Preluding 1st District of LagunaC D F d ’ d t b ild ti lCongressman Dan Fernandez’ endeavor to build nationalpride among his countrymen and help create positive changesfor the underprivileged through legislature, his masculinemagnetism had catapulted him to fame as one of the leadstars in Philippine cinema’s action genre of the 80s and early90s such as “Cobra” “Padre Calibre” and “Alfredo Lim:Batas ng Maynila” and dramatic actor in “Mara Clara,” thePhilippines’ longest-running soap opera series in the mid-90s.

Dan and other cream of the crop actors isno stranger to politics. In the United States, the late PresidentRonald Reagan and the current Governor of CaliforniaArnold Schwarzenegger are both big Hollywood names.Locally, former President Erap Estrada was an action hero inthe movies and other notable figures in politics like VilmaSantos, Batangas Governor, Herbert Bautista, Quezon CityMayor and Lucy Torres, Congresswoman from Ormoc wereall mainstays of tinsel town prior to their services inall mainstays of tinsel town prior to their services ingovernment.

Previous to his stint in the Lower House,Dan has served as the Board Member and Vice Governor ofLaguna in the late 90s and by the turn of the new millenniumsuccessively.

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Dan Fernandez

Pushes Forward toPublic Service

Photographs: VOLTAIRE DOMINGO

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Short Cocktail Dress: CAROLINE ROSSIGNOLDress: M}PHOSIS

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Long Dress: NORDSTROM’S

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Gown: AUREO ALONZO

Location: BALAW BALAWAngono, Rizal

THUNDERBIRD RESORTBinangonan, Rizal

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She also co-starred in the art film The Hunt for EagleOne: Crashpoint together with Mark Dacascos of Brotherhood of theWolf and Theresa Randle of Bad Boys 2Wolf and Theresa Randle of Bad Boys 2.

She honed her craft as a talented and versatile actressat the Lee Strasburg Acting Institute and American Academy ofDramatic Arts NYC under the mentorship of renowned coachesFlorence Greenberg and Tim Krause. She is also a degree holder inBehavioral Science and Fine Arts at the Drew University, New York.

For Renee, her acting is a pure form of art and everyother mode of manifestation becomes sacred art itself. Thereby, morethan meets the eye for her stunning on-stage and on cam artisticperformances, Renee exudes creativity and champions environmentalcause through her flamboyant imaginations in the mixed media art ofdiorama sceneries and pop-up cards made from recycled materials.

One of her eclectic and gothic dioramas utilizesbronze-coated and silver screws hanging upside down with the sharpedges pointed on the floor like apocalyptic stalactites laced withedges pointed on the floor like apocalyptic stalactites laced withpolyester yellow flowers in a cavernous underworld-waiting-room cumpurgatory littered with cigarette butts and inhabited by a lone chairmade of pastel-painted and flower stenciled aluminum soda caps withwooden matchsticks feet, alongside the window perspective that revealsthe peek-a-boo point of view of a paper-cut out priest and other peoplein suits.

Her other lighter impressions on diorama, showcase adi ith bl d i t f l i ti h t h ddinner with an emblazoned print of love on a gigantic heart-shapedpaper and a counter with a plastic waitress besides a sugary andrainbow-colored round gum dispenser reminiscent of Kidlat Tahimik’sclassic Cannes Film Award-winning masterpiece Fragrant Nightmares.Renee also expresses her artistic sensibilities at the Le Poisson Rouge.She co-manages the 1100-capacity music venue and multimedia artnightspot at the renowned Village Gate.

With her snappy and witty banter and rapport withartsy-types, Renee charges the air with mega-kilowatts of energy andit’s a breeze for her to organized concerts, multimedia events andspecial events at the tabula rasa space that boasts of the acousticengineering by the legendary John Storyk/WSDG, the sound geniusbehind Electric Lady Studios and Jazz at the Lincoln Center.

Renee also oversees the adjacent Gallery of LePoisson Rouge which is a haven for quarterly installation art exhibitsand an optional party venue Renee adds her inventive touches to everyand an optional party venue. Renee adds her inventive touches to everyevent detail and even personally mixes the night owl concoctions.Guests at the Le Poisson Rogue include the Artist formerly known asPrince and David Bowie to name a few.

Whatever medium she gets her hand on, Reneeeffortlessly unravels a contemplation of art for art’s sake and stamps hermark in New York, the inimitable place where dreams unfold only forthose who could rise among the cream of the crop for their unique gifts

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and talents. She owes the purity of her love for creative expression andtriumph on the artistic world stage to her pioneering parents in their ownrights, Ping Valencia, the former Karilagan model & Ms. EarthPhilippines organizer and Rony Rogoff, the renowned violinist.

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I“In New York, concrete jungle where dreamsare made of, there's nothing you can't do, now you're in NewYork, these streets will make you feel brand new, the lights willinspire you….“ Alicia Key’s musical ode to the big Applereverberates softly in the background at every spectrum of wistfulto whimsical expression of the ravishing and disarming aura ofUS-based Filipina actress and multi-media artist Renee Rogoff.

B k f th l k f l dBespoke of the look of elegance andcosmopolitan sophistication palpably peppered with an intrepidspirit, vivaciousness, and youthful vitality, the 30-year old Reneeconquered the theatrical stage beyond the home of the EmpireState Building and garnered the Best Actress Award for starring inStella Adler’s original play Going West and Psychotherapy in LA.On the silver screen, Renee recently played one of the maincharacters in the short art film Poetry Man, a depiction of thecathartic and redeeming power of art beyond the shadows of trustg p yand betrayal in the streets of the Bronx.

Stepping into the shoes of Destiny, Renee wasthe female protagonist caught in the web of cybercrimes in theshort film Glitch. The film won the Best Drama award in the ElCajon Video and Film Festival.

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Renee Rogoff

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