Paws n' People Fair 2024: Pets, People, and Good Vibes!

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Mark your calendars for Paws n' People Fair 2024 on November 23 & 24, 2024! From 10 AM to 10 PM each day, Greenfield Central Park in Mandaluyong City.

With its pet-friendly environment, this park is the perfect spot for a weekend full of bonding, shopping, and fun for you and your furry friends.

Add a new member to your family! PETA Asia will be on-site to hold pet adoptions for adorable puppies. There will also be a Pet Blessing Ceremony at 5 PM on both days to celebrate the special bond between owners and their pets.

Let your pets play in the spacious, open grassy area—perfect for all pets. For some active fun, Coach Jon will offer a pet agility course and free obedience consultations to help you train your furry companions.

For bunny lovers, there’s a bunny meeting area by Bunnies of PH where you can interact with adorable bunnies. The fair will also offer a range of fun, pet-friendly contests and activities by our vendors, adding excitement for both pets and owners. Expect games, raffles, and giveaways throughout the weekend!

In partnership with PET WELLNESS HQ, we’re excited to offer 30 dogs FREE 5-in-1 vaccinations and 50 pets FREE deworming per day. This is a fantastic opportunity for pet owners to stay healthy and happy.

Support local pet vendors while exploring products from 20+ sellers, offering unique pet items from treats to toys. And the best part? Entry is FREE! The fair will run alongside the Greenfield Weekend Market, adding more food, fun, and festivities to the lively atmosphere.

Whether you’re a pet parent or an animal lover, Paws n' People Fair 2024 has something for everyone. Follow us on social media for the latest updates. We look forward to seeing you and your pets at Greenfield-Central Park this November.

TripZilla Excellence Awards celebrates landmark 10th year with over 60 awards given out in 2024

 

Following a comprehensive online poll, the most beloved travel brands received the prestigious TripZilla Excellence Awards in recognition of their exemplary performance over the past year.

Singapore, 7 November 2024 – Marking its landmark 10th year, the prestigious TripZilla Excellence Awards returns to honour the most outstanding travel brands, celebrating their unparalleled achievements that have set new standards of excellence and elevated the industry to new heights. Companies that exemplify the best in travel have been selected and conferred awards through an extensive online voting exercise held from 16 to 30 October 2024. 

Organised by TripZilla, the independent and leading online travel media in Southeast Asia that reaches more than 20 million travellers monthly, the Awards recognise the popularity, achievement, and dedication of top consumer-facing brands in travel. 

The Awards features five main sectors with multiple categories to celebrate industry leaders across the region. This year’s event is the largest to date, with a record number of nominees and voters, culminating in over 60 awards recognising exceptional contributions to travel.

First-time winners who made their way into the TripZilla Excellence Awards 2024 include AXA Smart Traveller, Revolut, Skyline Luge Singapore, and Maybank Horizon Visa Signature Card. Noteworthy repeat winners that have once again made the list include Science Centre Singapore, EU Holidays, and HL Assurance.

“Tourism connects people, creates jobs, and supports communities worldwide, all while fulfilling our innate wanderlust. It is a complex and profoundly impactful industry. As a leading travel inspiration platform, it’s incredibly meaningful for us to recognise the standout brands in this vital sector,” said Winnie Tan, CEO of TripZilla.com. “This year’s TripZilla Excellence Award winners are true trailblazers, crafting unforgettable moments that leave a lasting impression on travellers seeking new and unique experiences.”

For the full list of 2024 winners, refer to Annex A appended below or click here.

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About TripZilla Excellence Awards 2024

Now in its landmark 10th year, the prestigious TripZilla Excellence Awards returns to honour the finest travel companies for delivering the most brilliant experiences and propelling the industry to greater heights. Over a hundred phenomenal organisations were nominated for an award this year. After an intensive round of voting on the TripZilla.com platform, this highly-coveted accolade was presented to more than 60 exceptional brands.

For more information, visit: https://www.tripzilla.com/excellence-awards/2024

ANNEX A

Online Travel Services - Singapore

Best Customer Service (Insurance): HL Assurance

Best Global Roaming Services: AIRSIM / AIRSIMe

Best Online Buying Experience (Insurance): HL Assurance

Best Online Travel Agency: Trip.com

Best Travel Claims Experience: Etiqa Insurance Pte Ltd

Best Travel Credit Card: Maybank Horizon Visa Signature Card

Best Travel Insurance (Annual): HL Assurance

Best Travel Insurance (Single Trip): Etiqa Insurance Pte Ltd

Best Travel Wallet: Revolut

Most Popular Travel Insurance Company: Etiqa Insurance Pte Ltd

Online Travel Services - The Philippines

Best Global Roaming Services: Cherry Roam

Best Online Travel Agency: Klook

Best Travel Credit Card: RCBC Visa Platinum

Best Travel Insurance (Annual): Chubb Travel Insurance

Best Travel Insurance (Single Trip): AXA Smart Traveller

Best Travel Wallet: GCash 

Travel Agencies

Best for Australia: EU Holidays

Best for China: Super Travels

Best for Europe: EU Holidays

Best for Exotic Tours: Nam Ho Travel Services

Best for Japan: EU Holidays

Best for Korea: Nam Ho Travel Service

Best for Malaysia: WTS Travel & Tours

Best for Taiwan: ASA Holidays

Best for USA: Chan Brothers Travel

Best for Vietnam: WTS Travel & Tours

Best Coach Operator: Transtar Travel

Best for Celebrity Tours: ASA Holidays

Best for Young Adults: Contiki

Most Innovative Tour Product: Travel with WEBUY

Activities & Attractions - Singapore

Best Animal Encounter: Bird Paradise

Best Attraction for Adrenaline Junkies: Skyline Luge Singapore

Best Family Attraction: Science Centre Singapore

Best Water Park: Adventure Cove Waterpark

Most Popular Attraction for Children: KidsSTOP™

Activities & Attractions - Malaysia

Best Animal Encounter: Langkawi Wildlife Park

Best Attraction for Adrenaline Junkies: LYL International Karting Circuit

Best Family Attraction: Dream Forest Langkawi

Best Integrated Marketing Campaign: Enfiniti (M) Sdn Bhd

Best New Attraction: FunPark Gamuda Luge Gardens

Best Water Park: SplashMania WaterPark

Hotels

Best Hotel Rewards: Wyndham Rewards

Hotels - Singapore

Best Budget Hotel Chain: Hotel 81

Best Business Hotel: Grand Park City Hall

Best for Families: Novotel Singapore on Kitchener

Best Luxury Hotel: The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore

Best New Hotel: Mercure ICON Singapore City Centre

Hotels - Malaysia

Best Budget Hotel Chain: Holiday Inn Express

Best Business Hotel: EQ Kuala Lumpur

Best for Families: Hard Rock Hotel Penang

Best Luxury Hotel: One&Only Desaru Coast

Best Luxury Glamping Experience: Tiarasa Escapes Glamping Resort

Hotels - The Philippines

Best Budget Hotel: Go Hotels Plus Mandaluyong

Best Business Hotel: Summit Galleria Cebu

Best for Families: Summit Ridge Tagaytay

Best Luxury Hotel: Limketkai Luxe Hotel

Best New Hotel: Citadines Benavidez Makati

Destinations

Best Beach Destination: Fiji

Best City Destination: Hong Kong

Best Dive Destination: The Philippines

Destination of the year: Malaysia

Sustainability Leader Of The Year (Asia): Tourism Promotions Board Philippines

About TripZilla

TripZilla is the leading online travel media in Southeast Asia that reaches more than 20 million travellers every month. TripZilla creates authentic content that inspires the world to travel and connects travellers to sources that can materialise their travel goals.

For more information, visit http://www.tripzilla.com

This press release has also been published on VRITIMES

Igniting Innovation: Philippine Startup Week 2024 Unites Ecosystem Players for Sustainable Growth

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The Philippine Startup Ecosystem


The Philippine startup ecosystem is set to ignite a new wave of innovation and collaboration as the country gears up for the 6th edition of the Philippine Startup Week (PHSW) from November 11-15, 2024. Organized by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), and the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), this year's event promises to be a powerful convergence of stakeholders united under a common goal - to elevate and accelerate Filipino innovation for sustainable growth and global competitiveness in Southeast Asia.

With the theme "ISA Para sa Bayan: Igniting Filipino Innovation," the five-day conference will serve as a platform for the government, private sector, and NGOs to come together and drive the Philippines' startup ecosystem forward. The week-long event will feature a series of activities happening at multiple venues nationwide, connecting the startup community and shaping the future of the region's startup landscape.

Key discussions will focus on AI and other emerging technologies, and integrating sustainability in innovations and business practices. PHSW24 will also feature sessions from the ISA Steering Committee Founding Agencies, highlighting their accomplishments for the year and their plans for the startup ecosystem and community in the coming years.

Some of the highlight events include the return of Geeks on a Beach, an international conference that aims to drive discussions about the future of technology and innovation in Southeast Asia; the "Startup Pinay x Founder" conference, which provides a platform for empowering female innovators and entrepreneurs; and "Greennovation Nation," a session dedicated to exploring sustainability in business and innovation, all co-organized to spotlight the year's most promising Filipino startups.

The event will also witness the second edition of the "MMIC Startup Awards," recognizing the "Game Changing Startups for 2024" that have made significant strides in the industry.

Throughout the week, community events will also take place nationwide to drive regional startup growth and foster collaboration within the broader startup ecosystem. Partners including Villigro Philippines, ICEBOX TBI, Cebrro, Exptron, TOMASINNO Center - University of Santo Tomas (UST), ASEAN Manila, Eskwelabs, Geeks.PH, New Energy Nexus Philippines, Startup Village, TechInAsia, Viwawani Foundation, Startup QC, Ateneo Blue Nest, Batangas State University, and others will spearhead these events, bringing together over 2,000 in-person attendees across the country, 150+ speakers, and 120+ startups.

These events exemplify the collaborative spirit and diversity of the Filipino startup ecosystem, enabling attendees to learn, interact, network, and collaborate across five tracks: Discover, Develop, Collaborate, Invest, and Showcase.

"The sixth edition of Philippine Startup Week aims to broaden our horizon by not only fostering innovation within the Philippines but also strengthening connections across Southeast Asia. With funding investments for Filipino startups on the rise after the 'funding winter,' we are committed to empowering local entrepreneurs to make a significant impact in the region," said Usec Leah Buendia of DOST and the ISA Chairwoman.

The Philippine Startup Week 2024 is made possible with the support of several partners and sponsors.