Garchomp Mega Evolves into Mega Garchomp Z in Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension

 

The Pokémon Company announces the latest news about the Nintendo Switch software title Pokémon Legends: Z-A and the Nintendo Switch 2 software title Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, as well as the Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension DLC.  The new Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension video is now available on the official Pokémon YouTube channel. 

Mega Dimension

Please check it out Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension | Mega-Evolved Pokémon Roundup!  on this link: https://youtu.be/bSKDEJzYW4s . Mega Garchomp Z, a Mega Evolution of the Mach Pokémon Garchomp, appears in the Mega Dimension DLC. 

Unlike regular Garchomp, Mega Garchomp Z is constantly in the air. Its wings have grown huge, and a number of large, sinister claws have appeared along their fronts.  From up in the sky, it turns its piercing gaze down on its target. It now has small wings on either side of its head to improve its flight capabilities. 

Compared to previously discovered Mega Garchomp, Mega Garchomp Z is even more adept at styles of combat that make use of its speed.   Mega Garchomp Z no longer has the Ground type—it is a Dragon type only. Its Dragon-type energy has grown more powerful, and it can now remain constantly hovering. What’s more, its Dragon-type moves have grown more agile and are strengthened because Mega Garchomp Z uses them while in flight, adding to their momentum. 

The wings on its arms have expanded, letting them attain even more lift. These wings are lined with large, sharp claws that rend opponents even more aggressively than Mega Garchomp’s scythe- shaped wings, and they can shred targets with a gouging motion. Players can claim the Mystery Gift made available in Pokémon Legends: Z-A starting February 27, and they will be able to detect a special hyperspace distortion in the Mega Dimension DLC as well. Players can obtain a Garchompite Z stone by defeating the Mega Garchomp Z that appears in this pocket of hyperspace. If a Player give a Garchomp on its team a Garchompite Z stone to hold, it will then be able to Mega Evolve into Mega Garchomp Z. 

In order to access the special hyperspace distortion that allows you to encounter Mega Garchomp Z, you will need to have completed one or more hyperspace adventures in the Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension DLC.  You do not need to purchase the Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension DLC (sold separately) to claim this Mystery Gift. You do need to purchase the Mega Dimension DLC to detect this special hyperspace distortion in your game. 

How to take on the special hyperspace distortion where a Player encounter a Mega Garchomp Z? The Player will need to claim a Mystery Gift in Pokémon Legends: Z-A in order to access the special hyperspace distortion where he can encounter Mega Garchomp Z in the Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension DLC. 

Claim your Mystery Gift: A Player can receive this gift by selecting Get via Internet from the Mystery Gift menu in your game, then selecting Special distortion detected.  Go to the special hyperspace distortion: Head to the special hyperspace distortion that appears in Lumiose City, then enter this pocket of hyperspace to encounter Mega Garchomp Z.  You can access this special hyperspace distortion in the Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Mega Dimension DLC. 

Garchomp

The Mystery Gift function can be found within the Link Play menu option in the main menu after you unlock the Rewards feature in Mable’s Research in the Pokémon Legends: Z-A game. You will need to connect your Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch system to the internet to claim this bonus.  The user profile on your system will need to be linked to a Nintendo Account in order to connect to the internet. It takes approximately one hour of play time before you can access the Link Play menu. Gift can only be redeemed once per save data file. 

Players will be able to link Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Pokémon HOME soon. Once they have linked the title to Pokémon HOME, they will be able to transfer Pokémon from their team in Pokémon Legends: Z-A to Pokémon HOME and bring select Pokémon from past titles in the Pokémon video game series to Lumiose City. They will soon enjoy adventuring in Lumiose City even more alongside a variety of Pokémon! 

Pokémon cannot be transferred from Pokémon Legends: Z-A to previous titles in the Pokémon video game series. If you transfer a Pokémon from a previous title to Pokémon Legends: Z-A, you will no longer be able to transfer it to other video games in the Pokémon series. To learn more about other titles compatible with Pokémon HOME, please check the official website. https://home.pokemon.com/en-us/. The Pokémon you can transfer to each game via Pokémon HOME are limited to Pokémon that can appear in those games. 

By depositing Pokémon caught in Pokémon Legends: Z-A to the Nintendo Switch version of Pokémon HOME, a Player can receive an alpha Chikorita, Tepig, and Totodile as Mystery Gifts on the mobile device version of Pokémon HOME. A Player can enjoy adventuring in Lumiose City even more alongside these large Pokémon! The ability to link Pokémon Legends: Z-A to Pokémon HOME is only available on the Nintendo Switch version of Pokémon HOME. 

To prepare, please make sure that the Nintendo Switch version and the mobile device version of Pokémon HOME are linked. Please see https://app-ph.pokemon-support.com/hc/ja/articles/360053177771 for more details. Depending on your OS or device, you may not be able to use certain features. The contents and method for obtaining this gift may be changed at any time without notice.  Soon a Player will be able to use Pokémon HOME to bring certain Pokémon he befriended in Pokémon Legends: Z-A to Pokémon Champions. 

What’s more, there will be a promotion in which a Player can send Chesnaught, Delphox, Greninja, and Eternal Flower Floette obtained in Pokémon Legends: Z-A to visit Pokémon Champions and receive their corresponding Mega Stones in Pokémon Champions.That way a Player can have intense battles in Pokémon Champions alongside Pokémon he adventured with in Lumiose City! For more information, please check the Pokémon Champions official Website at https://champions.pokemon.com/en-us/. 

A Chesnaughtite stone can be claimed by sending a Chesnaught to visit, a Delphoxite stone can be claimed by sending a Delphox to visit, a Greninjite stone can be claimed by sending a Greninja to visit, and a Floettite stone can be claimed by sending an Eternal Flower Floette to visit. 

These Mega Stones cannot be claimed by sending Chesnaught, Delphox, Greninja, or Eternal Flower Floette that have been befriended outside of Pokémon Legends: Z-A to visit.  Chesnaughtite, Delphoxite, Greninjite, and Floettite can be claimed on both the Nintendo Switch version and mobile device version of Pokémon Champions. The Mega Stones available in this campaign may be unlocked in the shop or other areas of the game at a later date. 

For more product information and updates, please go to the office Website at https://legends.pokemon.com/en-us.  For more pictures, please click the link below: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/folders/1lPRAzA3EOk5hAvcKox9YWrZSAMGcbsUT.

Pokémon Pokopia’s New Video is Out on March 5!

The Pokémon Company announces exciting news about Pokémon Pokopia, a title for Nintendo Switch 2. This title was planned and co-developed by The Pokémon Company, GAME FREAK inc., and KOEI TECMO GAMES.  A new video for Pokémon Pokopia was revealed in the Pokémon Presents broadcast on February 27, 2026. Please check out the video, Pokémon Pokopia - Pokémon Day Special Trailer, by clicking this link: https://youtu.be/rR_4nsCu-IA

 

Pokemon Pokopia

Stereo Rotom, appearing inside a mini stereo, has a cheerful personality. Other Pokemon call it DJ Rotom. If a player gives the CDs he finds, throughout the game, to Stereo Rotom, it will play music for him.  A player can enjoy music that fits his mood for the day or where he’s headed. It looks like Ditto and the others are moving to the beat too.

 

Greedent

A Greedent (Cook), who stores cooking equipment all over its body, treats everyone in town to its dishes. It seems the other Pokemon call it Chef Dante. There are even dishes that can power up moves when eaten. This is sure to help with developing the town. Players can play with up to three other people and visit their towns, or invite them to their own. Here are some of the incredibly open-ended ways to play:  

• You can bring a Pokemon from your town with you to go visit someone else’s town.
• Players can use Camouflage to transform into whatever’s in front of you! You can even enjoy hide-and seek.

While life moves slowly, Players can also try exploring distant areas. Players will surely find all sorts of encounters awaiting them as they explore the vast landscape, It looks like Players can transform into Graveler and Magnemite, too.  Players might even meet a Legendary Pokemon…

Once their town becomes more developed, Players may enjoy finding ways to personalize them according to their tastes. With Pokemon Pokopia, Players can enjoy imagining a kind of slow life they will experience.

For more product information and updates, please visit the official Website at https://pokopia.pokemon.com/en-us/. For more photos, please click on the link below: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/folders/1lPRAzA3EOk5hAvcKox9YWrZSAMGcbsUT

Pokémon Champions, the Nintendo Switch version comes in April

 

The Pokémon Company has just announced that the software title Pokémon Champions which will be available for download on Nintendo Switch and mobile device (iOS/Android) in April 2026.  To watch the special video commemorating the release date announcement of Pokémon Champions and the opening video on the official Pokémon YouTube channel, click the links https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZFZHyDdgMIo (Pokémon Champions 4th Trailer) and URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3WNhTqdB30 (Pokémon Champions Opening Movie).

 

Pokemon Champions

If a player plays Pokémon Champions before August 31, 2026, he can claim a Dragonite from the mailbox in-game. Additionally, if he continues to play Pokémon Champions, he can obtain a Dragoninite stone using a Battle Pass. When Dragonite holds a Dragoninite stone, it can Mega Evolve into Mega Dragonite. Dragonite can be claimed on both the Nintendo Switch version and mobile device version and through other methods. Pokémon obtained in Pokémon Champions cannot be sent to Pokémon HOME. 

To commemorate the release of Pokémon Champions, a campaign will be held within the game where players can receive a Mega Chesnaughtite, Mega Delphoxite, Mega Greninjite, and Mega Floettite stones, all valuable partners appearing in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.  By storing the Chesnaught, Delphox, Greninja, and Eternal Flower Floette a player befriends, during Pokémon Legends: Z-A in Pokémon HOME, and brings them to Pokémon Champions as visitors, he can obtain their Mega Stones from his mailbox in Pokémon Champions. A Chesnaughtite stone, a Delphoxite stone, a Greninjite stone and a Floettite stone can be claimed by bringing over a Chesnaught, a Delphox, a Greninja, an Eternal Flower Floette, respectively, can be claimed by bringing them over from Pokémon HOME to Pokémon Champions.

 

Pokemon Champions logo

The Mega Stones available in this campaign may be unlocked in the shop or other areas of the game at a later date.  Chesnaughtite, Delphoxite, Greninjite, and Floettite can be claimed on both the Nintendo Switch version and mobile device version.  However, these Mega Stones cannot be claimed when bringing over a Chesnaught, Delphox, Greninja, and Eternal Flower Floette that had been befriended outside of Pokémon Legends: Z-A. 

By linking Pokémon Champions to Pokémon HOME, a player will be able to bring certain Pokémon to Pokémon Champions as visitors, as well as send visiting Pokémon back to Pokémon HOME.  A player can also aim for the title of champion, alongside Pokémon he has befriended thus far in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Pokémon GO, and other titles in the Pokémon series. Only Pokémon that appear in Pokémon Champions will be able to visit from Pokémon HOME.

 

Claiming procedures

Pokémon obtained in Pokémon Champions cannot be sent to Pokémon HOME. Pokémon can only be sent to a game through Pokémon HOME if they appear in that game.  If Pokémon brought over as visitors know moves that cannot be used in Pokémon Champions, you’ll need to change those moves via training.  Any training that Pokémon underwent in Pokémon Champions won't be retained when they're back in Pokémon HOME, but if they visit Pokémon Champions again, they'll arrive trained in exactly the same way as before.  If a visiting Pokémon leaves Pokémon Champions, then returns in a different form, the results of any training that Pokémon had undergone in Pokémon Champions will be wiped clean. 

The Pokémon Champions + Starter Pack for Nintendo Switch makes it easier for players to obtain lots of Pokémon and train them right from the start of the game.  Players who have the Starter Pack can:

• Store 50 more Pokémon in their Box
• Play the Battle! (Trainer Battle) song from Pokémon: Let’s Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let’s Go, Eevee! during battles
• Receive 50 Training Tickets. Each of these tickets lets a Player train a Pokémon without using VP.
• Receive 30 Teammate Tickets  Each of these tickets lets a Player recruit a Pokémon permanently without using VP.

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Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves to be released in 2027

 

The Pokémon Company is pleased to announce the simultaneous worldwide release of Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves games, the newest entries in the Pokémon series, on Nintendo Switch 2 systems in 2027. In this new adventure, players will be able to experience the winds and waves in a lush natural landscape as well as encounter new Pokémon, characters, and more. 

The special video trailer of Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves outlining the latest news is now available on the official Pokémon YouTube channel. To take a look at Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves | Announcement Trailer, click this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B15Ydgm6QtI.

Pokemon Winds and Pokemon Waves

The new titles, Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves, will feature an open world to explore, with beautiful windswept islands and a vast ocean with glittering waves that ebb and flow. The Pokémon that lives in harmony with this region’s lush environment have developed their own unique ecosystems. By visiting these islands, players will surely open the door to a brand-new adventure that could only be found there. 

During this adventure, players will learn to team up with all kinds of Pokémon to overcome both the difficult road ahead and even the forces of nature that block your path at times.  The players will become the main character in this adventure when they dive into the world of Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves. The outfit of their characters will differ between versions.

Pombon (top), Browt (lower right) and Gecqua (lower left)

For the players, the Pokémon will be their first partners on this adventure.  There are three Pokémon they can partner with: 

• Browt - the Bean Chick Pokémon, this Pokémon runs about energetically while photosynthesizing using the leaves on its brow. It’s lively, but it can also be a bit clumsy. Type: Grass. Ability: overgrow. Height 1' (0.3 m.).  Weight: 7.7 lbs. (3.5 kgs.)
• Pombon - the Puppy Pokémon, the area below its throat glows faintly from the heat-generating organ within its lungs. This Pokémon is guileless and friendly. Type: Fire.  Ability: blaze. Height: 1'4" (0.4 m.).  Weight: 14.8 lbs. (6.7 kgs.)
• Gecqua - the Water Gecko Pokémon, very intelligent and maneuvers shrewdly while putting on airs.  Type: Water. Ability: Torrent. Height: 1' (0.3 m.). Weight: 9.5 lbs. (4.3 kgs.). 

The latest video featured the appearance of some Pikachu with a brand-new look. Just how could these Pikachu be involved in this new adventure? Please look forward to learning more in future announcements.

Windchu and Wavychu

For more product information and updates, please go to the official Website: Pokemon.com/WindsWaves and, for more photos, please click on the link below:

https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/folders/1lPRAzA3EOk5hAvcKox9YWrZSAMGcbsUT

Savoy Hotel Manila Welcomes the Year of the Horse with a Vibrant Lunar New Year Celebration

 

On February 17, 2026, Savoy Hotel Manila will invite guests and the community to usher in the Lunar New Year with a vibrant and meaningful celebration, highlighted by the rhythmic beat of drums and the dynamic movements of the traditional Dragon and Lion Dance performance at the hotel lobby, an enduring tradition believed to bring prosperity, good fortune, and positive energy for the year ahead.

 

The traditional Dragon and Lion Dance

Open to all hotel guests and visitors, it offers a colorful and culturally rich way to welcome, at exactly 9:08 AM, the Year of the Horse. More than a spectacle, the celebration reflects Savoy Hotel Manila’s commitment to honoring traditions that bring families and communities together. Guests can witness the vibrant choreography up close, capture memorable moments, and experience the symbolism of renewal and abundance that defines the Lunar New Year.

 

Chinese Lunar New Year Lunch Buffet

Following the morning festivities, Savoy Café will host a festive Chinese New Year Lunch Buffet, from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, featuring a thoughtfully curated spread of auspicious dishes prepared by the hotel’s culinary team. Highlights include Salmon Yee Sang, Crispy Jellyfish Salad, assorted Dim Sum, Steamed Whole Fish, Beef with Broccoli, Yang Chow Fried Rice, and a Crispy Lechon Belly Carving Station.  Sweet endings such as Tikoy, Butchi, Mango Sago, and Chinese New Year-themed desserts complete the celebratory feast.

 

Lunar New Year Journeys Stay

For those looking to extend the celebration, Savoy Hotel Manila also offers a Lunar New Year room package starting at PHP 4,700, which includes an overnight stay in a Standard Room, buffet breakfast for one, a sweet red bean pastry welcome amenity, a commemorative horse keychain symbolizing prosperity, and exclusive dining and spa discounts. 

Conveniently located near Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3 via Runway Manila (with seamless access to Terminals 1 and 2 via the Skyway),  Savoy Hotel Manila, a homegrown brand under Megaworld Hotels & Resorts (MHR), the Philippines’ largest hotel operator chain, exemplifying Filipino hospitality through its signature Sampaguita Service, provides a seamless stay for both leisure and business travelers welcoming new beginnings in 2026. As the Year of the Horse begins, Savoy Hotel Manila continues to create meaningful moments—where traditions are honored, families gather, and every celebration is shared in the spirit of warmth and hospitality.

 

Savoy Hotel Manila

Savoy Hotel Manila: 101 Andrews Ave., Newport City, 1300 Pasay City, Metro Manila. Tel: +63 (02) 5317-2869.  E-mail: stay@savoymanila.com. Website: www.savoyhotelmanila.com.

Mama Sita’s Showcases Pansit Palabok and Bibingkrep at Pasinaya 2026 (Pasay City, Metro Manila)

 

Ms. Ces Gamad conducting the cooking demonstration

Last February 7, 2026, Kusina ni Mama Sita and Ms. Cecille "Ces" Nepomuceno Gamad hosted the "Kusina ni Mama Sita: Pansit Palabok at Bibingkrep" workshop during the 20^th Pasinaya Open House Festival 2026, held at the Pandayan A, Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) Complex.  

CCP Pasinaya 2026

The Pasinaya is the largest annual multi-arts festival in the Philippines and a must-visit for aspiring artists and art enthusiasts.  The event featured a variety of shows, workshops, and activities across music, theater, dance, visual arts, film and literature.

 

Kusina ni Maria with Ateneo de Manila High School Arts students

During the Pasinaya, Mama Sita’s, known for creating recipes and reinventing old, traditional treats into new, exciting culinary delights, did a live cooking demonstration which was held, from 9:30 to 10:00 AM, as part of the Palihan Program which highlights various art and cultural disciplines through interactive open-house sessions. The cooking demonstration featured two iconic and well-loved Filipino dishes - pansit palabok (a savory shrimp-based noodle dish) and bibingkrep (a modern twist on the classic bibingka).

 

Pansit Palabok Mix

The demonstration reinforced the role of culinary arts in preserving and celebrating Philippine culinary heritage while making Filipino flavors more accessible to audiences worldwide.

 

Bibingkrep Rice Flour and Coconut Pancake and Crepe Mix

As the only culinary arts segment of Pasinaya, Mama Sita’s showcased the versatility and rich history of Filipino flavors, celebrating Filipino cuisine before an audience of Ateneo de Manila High School Arts Students, cultural workers, and festival-goers, emphasizing food as an essential expression of heritage, storytelling, and shared tradition.

Grand Opening of 33th PTAA Travel Tour Expo 2026 (SMX Convention Center, Pasay City, Metro Manila)

 

Mr. Jaison Yang (center) leading the ribbon cutting 

The three-day, 33th PTAA Travel Tour Expo 2026, one of the country’s biggest tourism events, bringing together industry leaders, exhibitors, and travel enthusiasts from across the Philippines, opened last Friday, February 6, to a vibrant and inspiring start, at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City. The opening set an energetic tone for the expo, reaffirming tourism’s role as a strong driver of growth, unity, and pride for the Philippines.

 

Dr. Evangeline Tankiang-Manotok, Chairman of PTAA TTE 2026

The expo, organized by the Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA), hopes to attract more locals and foreigners to tour around the country with affordable travel deals and packages. It will run from Feb. 6 to 8 and will host various exhibitors from airlines, travel agencies and tour operators, hotels, food concessionaires, cruise liners, insurance, and other travel-related entities. Aside from domestic travel deals, discounted foreign trips are also on sale at the event. 

Department of Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco

Dr. Evangeline Tankiang-Manotok, the Chairman of PTAA TTE 2026, led the opening ceremonies.   PTAA President Mr. Jaison P. Yan , speaking about the power of travel and the need to love the Philippines first, stating “Gain a new perspective of the world but never forget the Philippines. Learn from others without losing who we are. Never compare our country to another; every nation has its own story, its own rhythm, its own strengths.” 

.... giving the "I Love Philippines" heart sign

Special guest, Department of Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco delivered a powerful and heartfelt message, highlighting the dedication, collaboration, and hard work required in the tourism sector, as well as celebrating the continued success and resilience of Philippine tourism.

 

The huge crowd at the grand opening

She emphasized PTAA's role as a steadfast partner of the DOT and the vital role of travel expos in showcasing the country’s diverse destinations, cultures, and experiences, providing a platform for every region to shine and connect with travelers. She said, “Tourism is about people and so you must show up where the work matters the most.” “She also added that, “…. in the tourism industry, one needs to show up on the ground.”

 

Mercure Mactan Cebu Welcomes International Delegates of the ASEAN Tourism Forum 2026

 

Strategically located directly across the Mactan Expo, Mercure Mactan Cebu, the official venue of the ASEAN Tourism Forum 2026, welcome international delegates with a stay that seamlessly connects global meetings, local culture, and island living. Set within the vibrant Mactan Newtown township, the hotel offers both proximity and perspective—placing guests at the center of the forum while immersing them in Cebu’s distinct sense of place.

 

Mercure Mactan Cebu

As Cebu hosts regional and global tourism leaders from January 28 to 30, 2026, the hotel forms part of the destination-wide showcase mounted by The Mactan Newtown community, reinforcing Cebu’s growing role as a premier MICE and tourism destination in Southeast Asia.

All bedroom feature curated artworks and local accents

 From the moment guests arrive, warm Filipino hospitality defines the experience. Thoughtfully curated interiors draw inspiration from Mactan’s natural elements—waves, coral reefs, and coastal textures—anchored by a striking metal art installation honoring national hero Datu Lapu-Lapu, a symbol of courage, heritage, and local pride.

 

The hotel lobby

Guest rooms extend the storytelling through curated artworks and design details that reflect everyday Cebuano life. Subtle motifs inspired by puso (hanging rice) and beloved local delicacies such as otap, rosquillos, and dried mangoes add character and familiarity, balancing cultural depth with the comfort expected by international business and leisure travelers.

 

Pulo, the hotel's all-day restaurant

Dining at Pulô, the hotel’s all-day restaurant named after the Cebuano word for “island,” introduces guests to the destination through flavor. The menu highlights heirloom-inspired dishes such as SuTuKil, Balbacua, Sizzling Kansi, and Tinola sa Itom, complemented by international selections—offering a culinary experience that reflects Cebu’s diversity and identity.

 

The Likha Corner

The hotel deepens its connection to the community through the Likha Corner, a curated space in the lobby that supports local entrepreneurs. Featuring homegrown coffee, sustainably sourced snacks, handcrafted fashion pieces, and artworks, the initiative allows guests to take home meaningful expressions of Cebu’s creative culture. 

For rest and renewal, guests may retreat to the hotel’s spa on the 20th floor and enjoy traditional Hilot treatments. These time-honored Filipino wellness practices provide balance and calm, offering a restorative pause after full days of ASEAN Tourism Forum engagements.

 

The hotel's spa

Conveniently located just 15 minutes from Mactan-Cebu International Airport, the hotel is also close to cultural landmarks such as the Mactan Shrine—the historic site of the Battle of Mactan—while remaining embedded within a modern township of dining, retail, and lifestyle offerings. 

Backed by Megaworld Hotels & Resorts, the Philippines’ largest hotel operator, and in partnership with Accor, Mercure Mactan Cebu delivers internationally trusted standards enriched by authentic local character, supported by the Accor Live Limitless.

 

The Mactan Expo at Mactan Newton, official venue of the ASEAN Tourism Forum 2026

As Cebu takes the regional spotlight for ASEAN Tourism Forum 2026, Mercure Mactan Cebu stands where global dialogue meets island culture—welcoming international delegates to experience the destination not just through meetings, but through its people, stories, and way of life. 

Mercure Mactan Cebu: Newtown Boulevard, The Mactan Newtown, Lapu-Lapu, 6015 Cebu.  Tel: (032) 520 4100. Mobile number: 0917 861 1019. E-mail: HC586@accor.com.

Savoy Hotel Manila's Bookshelf Project

 

Savoy Hotel Manila leaders and associates join students and representatives from Project Pearls and Books for a Cause in a day of learning, laughter, and inspiration

Savoy Hotel Manila (SHM), a homegrown brand under Megaworld Hotels & Resorts, the Philippines’ largest hotel operator chain, partnered with Books for a Cause to bring joy, learning, and inspiration to the children of Project Pearls Learning Center through its heartwarming Bookshelf Project.

 

Savoy Hotel Manila's GM Ferdinand "Den" Navarro  joins in the fun by assisting the children during their specially prepared lunch

As part of the initiative, Savoy Hotel Manila’s Engineering Team handcrafted a custom four-tier wooden bookshelf, which was filled with children’s books donated by Books for a Cause. The program opened with a welcome message from Savoy Hotel Manila General Manager Mr. Ferdinand “Den” Navarro, who shared: “The Circle of Happiness culture of Savoy Hotel Manila and Megaworld Hotels & Resorts (MHR) is rooted in our love for service and love for country. The Bookshelf Project reflects this belief—serving communities with sincerity while helping shape a better future for the next generation of Filipinos.”

 

MHR Director of People Management and Development Mr. Greg De Garriz engaging the children during the storytelling activity

The day was filled with energy and excitement, made possible by the overwhelming support of Project Pearls’ leaders, teachers, and volunteers, alongside the enthusiastic participation of its preschool learners. Mr. Greg De Garriz, MHR Director of People Management and Development, led an engaging storytelling session, sharing inspiring Bible stories such as Jonah and David and Goliath, encouraging children to embrace courage, faith, and their own unique strengths.

 

SHM Director of Marketing and Communications Ms. Ma Theresa "Thess" Dela Paz lends a helping hand as children organize their books in the new bookshelf.

Following the storytelling, the children enjoyed a fun coloring activity with the assistance of Savoy Hotel Manila associates, before being treated to a nutritious lunch specially prepared by the hotel’s talented Culinary Team. Associates also showed their support for GROW (Giving Resources & Opportunities for Women)—Project Pearls’ livelihood program—by purchasing handcrafted products, reinforcing the meaningful connection between community empowerment and sustainability.

 

Pre-School Students of Project Pearls proudly showing their colored work

Reflecting Savoy Hotel Manila’s commitment to sustainable and community-centered initiatives under the MEGreen program, GM Den Navarro added: “Through MEGreen’s Community to Shape pillar, we are reminded that being responsible corporate citizens means investing in education, nurturing young minds, and supporting initiatives that create lasting social impact. By giving children access to books and a space to read, we help build confidence, curiosity, and hope—values that extend far beyond the classroom.”

 

Pre-School Students of Project Pearls

The Bookshelf Project stands as a testament to Savoy Hotel Manila’s Circle of Happiness culture, where heartfelt Filipino hospitality goes beyond the hotel walls—creating meaningful impact, strengthening communities, and contributing to a brighter and more sustainable future.

 

Savoy Hotel Manila employees share smiles and creativity with the children of Project Pearls during a fun-filled coloring activity.

Savoy Hotel Manila employees share smiles and creativity with the children of Project Pearls during a fun-filled coloring activity 

For inquiries and reservations, please call +63 (02) 5317 2869 or email stay@savoymanila.com or check their website at www.savoyhotelmanila.com.