New Tomato Scents: 'Oohlalicious' and 'Vavalicious' on Smelling Delicious

A new addition comes to Tomato's collection of clothes, shoes, bags, and accessories - perfumes! Tomato introduces its own pair of eau de toilette scents meant to capture the cosmopolitan sophistication of its patrons - the Oohlalicious and Vavalicious.

“Oohlalicious” and “Vavalicious”, are specially blended to complement Tomato's fashion wear and accessories. Just from the name alone, you would already fall for them. Though both nose-stealing, the two cater to opposite extremes.

Subtly Yummy Oohlalicious

More subtle among the two, Oohlalicious pronounce towards the foxy type of sexiness. It leaves a light trail of scent, not to strong but just right for everyday use. It is best paired with your casual smile tucking a lock of hair behind your ear. :)

Oohlalicious' fresh and fruity notes blends well with the conservative Filipina with hints of  jasmine, rose and light musk notes. It is trailed by sweet and woodsy endnotes.

I think the transparent round flacon container could have been better but the silver heart charms adornment engraved with the statement “Smell delicious. Be Delicious,” made up for the loss.

Sandra Seifert who was at the launch in Tomato's Trinoma branch last May 20 (and joined by Anton Del Rosario of Philippine Azkals), shares that “Oohlalicious is perfect for Tomato Women who are young, fun, and sexy. It gives a boost of positivity so you’d feel good and confident about yourself.”

Modern & Spicy Vavalicious

Modern, chic and spicy describes Vavalicious' scent. More elegant and sophisticated to the sense of smell, it has a hint of spiciness. It ultimately fits a woman of class and charm with a strong red lipstick to match.

Vavalicious exudes warm woodsy notes with a subtle dairy feel. It's encased in a teasing heart shaped bottle with a sexy angled cap with a pari of gold heart charm ornament.

“Vavalicious is something that could ‘spice up’ your life. Apply it on your wrist or neck is like adding a little fun in you,” Sandra adds.

Oohlalicious and Vavalicious are available in all Tomato branches and kiosks nationwide at an affordable  P300 per bottle. Tomato also featured Oohlalicious and Vavalicious at the recently concluded Bloggers United event.

Reaction from a Man

If my girlfriend would wear one, I'd love the laid-back Oohlalicious scent on her. :)

Anton Del Rosario of Philippine Azkals also joined Sandra Seifert in the Tomato Launch

Visit a Tomato store near you and get a free a cute accessory for your cell phone upon purchase. Try on the scrumptious new eau de toilette and exude pure deliciousness to captivate your men. :P

First Try on Hair Removal with SkinStation

I'm used to different types of facial treatments, from regular ones to diamond peel; and even those with acne treatments. But when SkinStaion's invitation to try their Soprano Diode treatment hair removal service came into my inbox, it hair-tickled my curiosity. :)

I'm not a 'hairy' person myself with only a soft beard and dash of goatee so hair removal treatments not that relevant to me. However, it's a different story for the women in the Philippines who value a hairless, soft, and smooth skin in almost all parts of their body.

There are two major things that I got from this recent experience:

1) I Learned A Lot about Hair Removal

Right after lunch, a brief talk about the nature of body hair was discussed by the poeple from SkinStation and these are just some of what I learned about the nature of hair:

• Hair follicles are sensitive to heat
• The basic theory of hair removal is heating up the hair bulb and eventually killing it.
• Laser hair removal works better on darker hair shades (black vs blondes)
• Hair removal treatments are most effective only for hairs in the anagen phase which is regularly 10-15% only of our total hair

The fourth statement explains why multiple sessions are needed in hair removal procedures. Customers should come back next when new set of hair are in anagen phase which are usually replenished 4 to 8 weeks depending on the body part.

 

 

2) I Tried Hair Removal for the First Time

I honestly didn't have any plans of getting any of my hair from any part of my body removed. I am at peace with all my hair in my body, you might say. :) I intend to continue maintaining some mustache and a goatee as part of my facial landscape.

But for the sake of trying and experiencing it myself, I remembered that in shaving / forming my goatee, I always remove the hair on the lower part of my chin running towards the neck. So I thought why not get rid of that part which I always remove; and hence the photos below.

Cosmo Manila undergoing a minor surgery Soprano Diode Laser hair removal treatment

So How is this Different from Other Hair Removal Treatments?
So here's the good news. From my limited knowledge and basic understanding on hair sciences, SkinStation's specific laser technology used in my treatment is called the Soprano Accord from Alma Lasers. It's basically the first and only diode laser hair removal in the country today as they claim.

 

 

 

But Laser Hair Reomval is Not New?

That's right, but this one uses diode which emits 'smaller' but 'more' shots of laser which virtually makes it painless compared to other hair removal treatments. SkinStation call it "cumulative" energy or the "SHR theory" which penetrates deeper with 'low peak' energy and less epidermal trauma without the burn, pain, anesthesia, nor use of ice.

 

 

Companion Mom Blogger undergoing the same hair removal treatment on the upper lip

And so, based on my own experience, I felt no pain at all. And instead of heat, I felt cold. This was partially due to the cool gel applied on the skin target area during the procedure which lasted 90 seconds. Length of exposure is dependent of skin area.

SkinStation

So if you are interested, SkinStation said that the Soprano Diode Laser hair removal system is intended for use for all skin types and is FDA approved. It can be applied to different parts of the body but they discourage it for the eyebrow and the hair scalp. Yes, you can have your Brazilian or Boyzilian treatments. :P

PFW Spring 2011: Sony Cyber-shot Presents Luxe Wear Collection

Last May 13, 2011, Sony Cyber-shot presented its Luxe Wear Collection at the recent Philippine Fashion Week Spring 2011 at SMX beside SM Mall of Asia.

Held at function rooms 2 & 3, the fashion collection included awesome designers Benjie Manuel, Deby Bragais, Edwin Uy, Jay Sustiguer, John Guarnes, Julius Tarog, Kat Corpus, Melvin Lachica, Nicky Martinez, Nolie Vineza, Roel Rosal, Ronaldo Arnaldo, Santi Obcena, Simon Ariel Vasquez and Tina Daniac.

Here are some of my fashionably chic shots. :P

Tech Focus

The designers showcased new creations drawing from the inspiration of two sleek new Cyber-shot models - the Cyber-shot TX10 and the Cyber-shot T110. Their clean lines, craftsmanship, and advanced technology positioned them to become the next glamorous gadgets.

Sony Cybershot T110

Cyber-shot TX10

The 16.2MP Cyber-shot TX10 is waterproof in up to 16 feet / 5 metres of water for an hour and shockproof up to 1.5 metres with Full HD 1080i videos. Moreover, the TX10 can withstand accidental drops of up to 1.5 metres.

An additional new feature would be its 3D Still mode  which captures two consecutive shots in different focus positions to calculate the depths. It then creates left-eye and right-eye images to produce a 3D effect. These is in addition to the 3D Sweep Panorama feature (one press-and-sweep motion) that Sony introduced in the NEX-5.

Cyber-shot T110 

The Cyber-shot T110 is a 16.1-megapixel ultra slim camera with a wide 3.0” touch screen. It also features a 1920 x 1080 60p progressive Full HD video capability.

Cyber-shot T110

Sony presented these new products in the latest season of Philippine Fashion Week combining the realms of fashion and technology. You can check out www.sony.com.ph for more information.

BUM: My Reality My Story Contest

BUM Equipment launched an online photo and story contest early last month called "My Reality My Story Contest."

The contest is in line with the brand's image and projection catering to the young market and their moods of being daring and bold.

Here are the contest mechanics and details if you wish to join: (Join Here)

Requirements:
1. Contestant must have a valid Email.
2. “My Story” contest is open for Boys & Girls, 13 yrs old above and resident of the Philippines.
3. A contestant is qualified to join upon purchase of any of BUM’s My Story Collection T-Shirt for boys or girls available at BUM Boutiques & leading Department Stores Nationwide.
4. To register, Log on to www.bumequipment.com.ph and fill up the application details. Photos must be taken with a date starting April 1, 2011 until the end of entry submission. The collections are identifiable by the “My Story” swing tags.
5. BUM Management and the website administrator shall screen the entries, makes sure that entries are written decently, should not contain any obscene words and the likes before uploading and posting at BUM’s website.

Photographs must adhere to the following guidelines to be approved and uploaded:
• It must be clear and not blurred.
• It must be focused on one person only who is wearing the BUM My Story T-Shirt.
• It must have a date starting from April 1 – May 30, 2011.
• It must be in landscape orientation.

6. Should a contestant decide to “post” or “share” their stories on Facebook, Twitter or any other website without the knowledge and controls of BUM, BUM shall not in any way responsible for whatever consequences and or any sort of comments allowing himself/herself to be the subject of varying comments, view and opinions of people, which may be express or relayed not just at BUM’s Facebook Fan page, but in other ways and medium, including but not limited to blogs. In such cases BUM Management & the website administrator will not be in any way held responsible and whatsoever in the dissemination of such.

7. Before submission of entries, contestants attest he or she has fully read and understood the mechanics and agrees upon the terms and conditions of this promotion.

8. Promo period April 1, 2011 to May 30, 2011. Announcement of winners June 30, 2011

Deadline And Submission Of Entries

All entries must be received until 11:59 p.m. of May 30, 2011. BUM will not responsible for any technical delay in the transmission of the entries. All entries must be submitted via www.bumequipment.com.ph

Voting Of Entries

1. Anyone who visits the BUM website can vote once for any entry. IP address of the voter will be logged on the database to prevent double voting. A unique IP address is equivalent to one vote per entry.

2. Voting starts once first approved entries are posted on the website and ends 11:59 PM June 29, 2011.

3. Only the votes executed at BUM website will be considered valid.

4. Top 8 best entries will be selected based on the entries with top number of votes.

BUM: My Reality My Story Contest

Criteria For Judging

5 Semi-finalists, 2 Runner-ups and Grand Winner Entries will be judged on the following criteria:

1. BUM Factor (40%) – Is the story’s legibility parallel to BUM campaign?
2. Originality (30%) – Is the subject matter pictured in a unique way or is a common item shown from an interesting point-of-view? Does the photo demonstrate originality?
3. Creativity (30%) – Are the items of interest placed well in the photo? Are there distracting elements? Is the photo in focus? Is the story interesting?

Mechanics For Judging

1. On June 30, 2011 3:00 o’clock in the afternoon at BUM Head Office, Top 8 entries shall be screened by the Judges to get the top 5 semi-finalists, 2 runner ups and the grand winner finalist. The following panel of judges, with the DTI representative and officers from BUM shall be present during the screening:

a. MR. NATHAN ATIENZA – VP FOR MARKETING AND ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATION; He’s the approving executive for Marketing Activities.
b. MR. BENJIE TORRIJOS- BRAND MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT; He’s in charge of brand image and development.
c. MS.JUDY MARET- PR MANAGER- She’s in charge of brand publicity and press releases.

2. Out of the top 8 entries, the Judges will choose the winners based on the set criteria. Each Judge shall be given a score sheet and tallied in the presence of a DTI representative. The same panel of judges, with a DTI representative and officers from BUM shall be present during the determination of winners.

Prizes

Prizes for this contest are as follows:
Grand Prize
i. Apple iPad2 16GB WIFI
ii. BUM Loot Bag
2nd Prize – 2 Runner-Ups
i. Samsung ES65 Camera
ii. BUM Loot Bag
3rd Prize – 5 Semi-Finalists
i. Apple iPod Shuffles
ii. BUM Loot Bag

A participant can only win once in the entire contest. In the event more than one entry of a contestant wins, the following rule shall apply:
a. The entry with the higher prize shall prevail;
b. If the entries win similar prizes, the entry garnering the higher rating shall prevail;

All prizes are non-transferable and non-convertible to cash and or BUM products.

Winners

1. Winners shall be announced in BUM website www.bumequipment.com.ph, Facebook Fan Page, and Twitter on June 30, 2011, 10PM.
2. Winner shall be notified thru registered mail, email and phone call.
3. Winners must present valid Identification to claim the prize.
4. Prizes not claimed within 60 days upon receipt of notification shall be forfeited in favor of BUM with prior DTI approved.
5. Decisions of the sponsors and judges are final and binding with the concurrence of the DTI.
6. Metro Manila winner must claim their prizes at the BUM Head Office located at Jade Building McArthur Highway, Malabon City from 9:00AM to 5:00PM (Mondays to Fridays). Prizes for the provincial winners shall be delivered via designated courier upon confirmation of receipt of notification by phone or email specified in the registered mail.
7. Winners must present a valid ID and registered notice.

What are you waiting for? Join BUM Equipment's "My Reality, My Story." contest! (Join Here)

Philippine Fashion Week for Cosmo Manila Starts Today

Officially, Philippine Fashion Week Holiday 2011 started last Sunday - May 8, 2011 - at the same time tropical storm 'Bebeng' (Int'l Name: Aere) struck the Philippines.

However, I only got invited to the shows of a selected few including the Philippine Fashion Week shows of Memo, L'oreal, Forme, Luxe Wear (Sony), Oxygen, VAIO (Sony), and Penshoppe.

I had to decline Wrangler due to a proir engagement and the Oxygen show is now getting hazy due to a conflicting scheduled affair.

Anyhow, here is Cosmo Manila's Philippine Fashion Week Schedule:

May 11 Wednesday

• 0730p (SMX Func Rm. 5) – MEMO
• 0930p (SMX Func Rms. 2 & 3) – L’OREAL presents LYLIE IBANEZ and YVONNE QUISUMBING

May 12 Thursday

• 0730p (SMX Func Rm. 5) – FOR ME

May 13 Friday

• 0530p (SMX Func Rms. 2 & 3) – CYBERSHOT presents LUXEWEAR Collection by Benjie Manuel, Delby Bragais, Edwin Uy, Jay Sustiguer, John Guarnes, Julius Tarog, Kat Corpus, Melvin Lachica, Nicky Martinez, Nolie Vineza, Roel Rosal, Ronaldo Arnaldo, Santi Obcena, Simon Ariel Vasquez, and Tina Daniac
• 0630p (MOA Main Atrium) – WRANGLER
• 0730p (SMX Func Rm. 5) – OXYGEN

May 14 Saturday

• 0730p (SMX Func Rm. 5) – REGATTA
• 0930p (SMX Func Rms. 2 & 3) – VAIO presents DESIGN FUSION by Bo Parcon, Don Protasio, Russell Villafuerte, Veejay Floresca, and Xernan Orticio + VISION & TRENDS by Aries Lagat, Enrico Carado, Happy Andrada, Jaki Penalosa, Jan Garcia, Kenneth Chua, Regine Dulay, and Oz Go

May 15 Sunday

• 0630p (SMX) - 25th Anniversary
  
• 0730p (SMX Func Rm. 5) – PENSHOPPE

On a trivial matter, among all the invitations, Forme's physical invitation was the best among them all. :)

Forme Physical Invitation

Cosmo Manila would like to thank all the above mentioned brands for extending their invites specially to Penshoppe who invited us to their mother company's 25th anniversary celebration as well, preceding the Penshoppe fashion show.

See you around and I hope I would have enough blogging powers to be able to publish all these Philippine Fashion Week coverage within the week or so.

Philippine Fashion Week Holiday 2011 Schedule at SMX

It's that season of the year again in the Philippine fashion scene. It's the Philippine Fashion Week Holiday 2011 collection.

Most of the fashion shows will be held in the function rooms and halls of SMX near SM Mall of Asia.

Here is the Philippine Fashion Week Holiday 2011 Schedule:

May 08 Sunday

• 0600p (SMX Halls 1 & 2) HUMAN, KASHIECA, & BENCH

May 10 Tuesday

• 0630p (SMX Function Rms. 2 & 3) - “10” by Danilo Franco, Edgar Allan, Edgar Sandiego, Eric Pineda, JC Buendia, Johnny Abad, Noel Crisostomo, Noli Hans, Richard Papa, and SLIM: Salvacion Lim Higgins
• 0730p (SMX Function Rm. 5) – MENSWEAR by Anthony Nocom, Bang Pineda, Dodjie Batu, Drei Soriano, Frederick Policarpio, Jesson Capuchino, Jinggo Inoncillo, Melchor Guinto, Nico Agustin, Odelon Simpao, Ulysses King, Zxander Tan
• 0930p (SMX Function Rms. 2 & 3) – ARNOLD GALANG, CHRIS DIAZ, and GERRY KATIGBAK

May 11 Wednesday

• 0530p (SMX Function Rms. 2 & 3) – SM DEPARTMENT STORE
• 0730p (SMX Func Rm. 5) – MEMO
• 0930p (SMX Func Rms. 2 & 3) – L’OREAL presents LYLIE IBANEZ and YVONNE QUISUMBING

May 12 Thursday

• 0530p (SMX Func Rms. 2 & 3) – FOREVER 21
• 0730p (SMX Func Rm. 5) – FOR ME
• 0930p (SMX Func Rms. 2 & 3) – PREMIERE A by Kristel Yulo, Michele Sison, Philipp Tampus, Ralph Ng, and Roland Lirio

May 13 Friday

• 0530p (SMX Func Rms. 2 & 3) – CYBERSHOT presents LUXEWEAR Collection by Benjie Manuel, Delby Bragais, Edwin Uy, Jay Sustiguer, John Guarnes, Julius Tarog, Kat Corpus, Melvin Lachica, Nicky Martinez, Nolie Vineza, Roel Rosal, Ronaldo Arnaldo, Santi Obcena, Simon Ariel Vasquez, and Tina Daniac (from Philippine Fashion Week schedule)
• 0630p (MOA Main Atrium) – WRANGLER
• 0730p (SMX Func Rm. 5) – OXYGEN
• 0930p (SMX Func Rms. 2 & 3) – MARLON RIVERA, M BARRETTO, and ESAC

May 14 Saturday

• 0130p (SMX Func Rm. 4) – READY TO WEAR Collection by Dave Ocampo, Harley Ruedas, Jian Lasala, Jot Losa, Mike Lavarez, Philipp Torres, Reian Mata, Richie Bondoc, Ricky Abad, and Ziggy Savella 
• 0230p (SMX Func Rms. 2 & 3) – SM KIDS FASHION
• 0400p (SMX Func Rm. 4) – EMILY SY, JOYCE PILARSKY, JUN JUN CAMBE, and MICHELLE LIM
• 0530p (SMX Func Rms. 2 & 3) – ERIC DELOS SANTOS, JEROME SALAYA ANG, and SASSA JIMENEZ
• 0630p (MOA Ice Skating Rink) – CANDIES
• 0730p (SMX Func Rm. 5) – REGATTA
• 0830p (SMX Func Rm. 4) – FORD MODELS’ SUPERMODEL of the WORLD PHILIPPINES 2011
• 0930p (SMX Func Rms. 2 & 3) – VAIO presents DESIGN FUSION by Bo Parcon, Don Protasio, Russell Villafuerte, Veejay Floresca, and Xernan Orticio + VISION & TRENDS by Aries Lagat, Enrico Carado, Happy Andrada, Jaki Penalosa, Jan Garcia, Kenneth Chua, Regine Dulay, and Oz Go

May 15 Sunday

• 0100p (SMX Func Rm. 4) – GRAND ALLURE Collection by Albert Andrada, Cherry Samuya Veric, Emi Alexander – Englis, Fanny Serrano, Gerswin Qua, Gil Macaibay, Jaz Cerezo, June Pugat, Marc Rancy, Martin Bautista, and Popo Go
• 0230p (SMX Func Rms. 2 & 3) – PREMIERE B by Aloida Cecilia, Anthony Ramirez, John Paras, Lizanne Cua, and Mitzi Quilendrino - Bustos
• 0400p (SMX Func Rm. 4) – PREMIERE C by Derick Hibaler, Jeffrey Rogador, Kermit Tesoro, Raoul Ramirez, and Yako Reyes
• 0530p (SMX Func Rms. 2 & 3) – RUSTY LOPEZ
• 0730p (SMX Func Rm. 5) – PENSHOPPE
• 0930p (SMX Func Rms. 2 & 3) – L’OREAL presents LOUIE MAMENGO

Check out the Philippine Fashion Week Holiday 2011 website at http://www.philippinefashionweeklive.com/. See you at the Philippine Fashion Week Holiday 2011 nights specially on the last day hosted by Penshoppe!

Samsung Sexy Street Style Promo: Be Sexy and Win!

Are you fashion forward? That is debatable. Are you sexy? Well, you can be. Samsung redefined 'sexy' in a 'Sexy PC' when they launched the Samsung Notebook Series 9 a few weeks ago.

Check out this video on Samsung Notebook Series 9: Sexy Street Style Promo:

Now, you can be sexy in your own rite as well by joining this fashionable promo and get a chance to win a Samsung Notebook Series 9 and designer dresses from Rajo Laurel, Rhette Eala, and Randy Ortiz!

Join

Steps to join the Samsung Sexy Street Style Promo:
1. Register at Samsung Notebook Series 9: Sexy Street Style Facebook fanpage.
2. Upload a stylish photo of yourself that defines what sexy for you is.
3. Write about your personal definition of sexy.
4. Ask your friends to vote for your sexy photo entry.
5. Make it your profile picture in Facebook
6. Sexiest photos get a chance to win either a Samsung Notebook Series 9 or a Rajo Laurel, Rhette Eala, or Randy Ortiz designer wear.

Samsung Sexy Street Style Promo

Support My Entry

I myself have joined in the fun! I'm no model or anything, but hey! :) Show some support and love by voting for me here.

In answering the question "What is sexy?' , my reply was "Being passionate is sexy. Aside from the fact that being active can make one sexy due to burnt calories, I believe that doing the things you love with passion exudes a sexy appeal; specially if you do it with a Samsung Notebook Series 9."

So get that fashion sense out of the box, shop for new clothes, or get that gadget accessory that adds style and sexiness to your get-up like the Samsung Notebook Series 9. Join the Samsung Sexy Street Style Promo and win this notebook worth P79,900!

New GMA-7 Shows Set to Start This May!

In a recent studio tour and meeting with GMA-7 top honchos, the executives revealed an exhilarating line-up of new TV shows for May 2011.

GMA-7 Studio Tour

I'm actually a little familiar with the GMA Network Center's studios having previously guested in QTV's (now NEWS TV) The Sweet Life and The Cooking Shows: Secrets of The Masters. But more than that, together with other bloggers, we got to see the bigger and newer studios like the ones where 'News TV Live' is being broadcast.

Master Showman 'Walang Tulugan' Studio

I like best the studio where '24 Oras' news is shown because it looks big and the light effects are good.

On the other hand, the most high-tech studio is the one being shared by 'Imbestigador' with some other shows because of the automated lighting system on the ceiling.

'Imbestigador' Studio'

After that and a light merienda, GMA-7 unveiled the upcoming top-notch programs all set to launch this month of May with the first one starting tomorrow, May 2.

GMA-7 New Shows

Leading the GMA-7 new shows is the 'Secret Garden' which replaces the top-rating Koreanovela " The Baker King." The Secret Garden features the tandem of Hwang Jini lead star, Ha Ji-won, and leading man Hyun Bin. This comedy -Koreanovela which involved a magical switching of bodies comes right after "I Heart You Pare" of GMA Telebabad.

Up next is a Kapuso Network's pioneering family drama called 'Munting Heredera' led by veteran actress Gloria Romero. This is the first time Gloria Romero will be seen in a GMA Telebabad soap opera. 'Munting Heredera' also features new discoveries Mona Loise Rey, Kyle Daniel Ocampo, and Barbara Miguel. Other actors joining the cast are Roderick Paulate, Mark Anthony Fernandez, Camille Prats, and Katrina Halili, among others. It starts May 9.

For the Dramarama sa Hapon, GMA brings back to life an 80's classics - Blusang Itim. Reprising Snooky Serna's role is Kylie Padilla who was chosen after auditioning for the role. Joining Kaylie in a story about a young woman struggling due to her physical appearance are Carl Guevarra, Frank Magalona, Winwyn Marquez, Rita Avila, Jackielou Blanco, and more. Blusang Itim shows on May 16.

The other shows in the line-up include the following:

• "Andres de Saya" starring Cesar Montano and Iza Calzado (May 28)
• "Sisid" starring Jackie Rice, Dominic Roco, and JC Tiuseco (May 30)
• "Playful Kiss" starring Jung So Min (late May)
• "My Chubby World" kiddie show (May 14 and every Saturday)
• "Sabadabadog" Educational Children Show with Tonipet Gaba (late May)

Check out this video as GMA-7 Unveils the New Programs this May 2011


GMA News and Public Affairs Features

A three-fold special feature by the GMA News and Public Affairs will also to be shown today - May 1 - starting with the beatification ceremonies "Blessed: John Paul II" at 4pm, and followed by "John Paul The Great: A Pope Who Made History" at 8:45pm.

The final one is a late night SNBO feature: "Ground Zero: Sa Gitna ng Nagbabagong Mundo." It is an environmental documentary on earthquakes led by Vicky Morales and GMA's team of senior reporters from Luzon to Mindanao focusing on cities and provinces exposed to the hazards of such calamities.

Views from the top floor of the GMA Network Center annex building

And of course, the fight which not only the Philippines, but the world awaits - the Pacquiao-Mosley face-off. GMA-7 airs the exclusive coverage and behind-the-scene footages of the Manny Pacquiao - Shane Mosley fight on May 8.

All these amidst its recent achievement of garnering the highest ratings in the Royal Wedding coverage with Jessica Soho, Vicky Morales, and Connie Sison.

At the end of the tour, we paid Wilma Galvante's office a visit. She (left) is GMA Network's senior vice president for entertainment. The group had a small chat ad some photo-op before we left. (Cosmo Manila on right)

Amaya

But among all these new shows, I think it is Amaya which will have the biggest impact of them all.

Starring GMA-7's leading primetime star Marian Rivera, "Amaya" promises to be GMA's biggest television production in history with its visual effects and grand production design.

The 'Darna' costume. Marian Rivera started her stellar career with the fantaserye 'Darna.'

On May 30, the first-ever epic teleserye will be introduced in Philippine primetime television starring a woman with great powers in a world ruled by men. Other actors and actresses in the series are Glaiza de Castro, Mikael Daez, Sid Lucero, Rochellle Pangilinan, and more.

Indeed, the GMA Kapuso Network will dominate Philippine television this May 2011 with these quality new shows led by Marian Rivera in Amaya.