Global Village, one of the world's most diverse cultural and entertainment hubs, is gearing up to open its doors on October 18, 2023.
The renowned theme park has been a...
In Filipino basketball lingo, "Dayo" refers to a visiting basketball team eager to challenge the local team of the place they are visiting. In simple words, it's an away...
Two of the most iconic boybands from the 90s, A1 and 911, will perform live in Dubai. The concert is scheduled for Friday, September 22, 2023, at The Agenda,...
Being my favorite sport, I've been meaning to write about all the golden nuggets of wisdom we can get from the game of basketball.
Basketball isn't just a game;...
Ben&Ben, the Philippines' top-selling band, is returning to Dubai on 14th October 2023, for an exciting night of music.
Since forming in 2016, the band, led by twin brothers Miguel...
Every Friday, people at work or in the community would ask, "What are your plans for the weekend?"
How do you reply?
Let me share with you some interesting facts about...
I did these 6 things without pay:
Created websites for humanitarian causes
Written monthly articles for a magazine
Delivered a number of key talks
Hosted a weekly radio program
Wrote articles on news websites...
Do you know where you're going to? Do you like the things that life is showing you?
Do you know that song?
Twenty years ago, did you see yourself doing what...
Seeing others achieve great success in their 20s and 30s influenced that desire to retire early.
I thought when I reached 40, I should be able to jump out of...
No registration desk, no program, no fees—just a meet-up among a few like-minded people. Jon Santillan revived the idea of meeting together (again) now that the situation is becoming...
Pag-pa-padala, or requesting a favor for someone traveling to ship items for us, is a common practice among many expats, especially in Filipino communities abroad.
When requesting such favor, be...
It's perfectly okay to be an employee and not let anyone - yes, even “motivational speakers" —tell you otherwise.
In the past few years, being an entrepreneur has been glorified...
Dubai Municipality led the completion of the beautification works of two basketball courts in the city's most popular parks. The initiative aimed to beautify the sports facilities using artistic...
If you're new to Dubai, whether for business, leisure, or a bit of both, using public transportation is one of your key concerns for sure. Getting around this vibrant...
For about 10+ years, we’re not wearing our wedding rings. One reason, our fingers have swollen a few years after the wedding and they no longer fit.
We didn’t bother...
One
My first boss locked me in a room for a whole day. I never bothered to return and collect my salary because of trauma.
Two
My second employer hid my passport...
A few years back, my wife and I attended a seminar about finance. We signed up because the topic felt incredibly relatable, and we knew it was just what...
I've heard this one too many times. At some point during my first few jobs in Dubai, I also asked the same question.
But just a friendly piece of advice,...
Buying things you want will NOT make you poor
Buying items on sale will NOT make you poor
Spending on gadgets, hobbies, and food trips will NOT REALLY make you poor
It’s...
I often get the impression that the longer we stay in Dubai, the richer we become.
But, I say (working in) Dubai alone won't make one rich.
Dubai, however, gives you...
Knowing that many people are resorting to selling not because they want to pursue this as a business, but just as a means to make both ends meet, can there be any special considerations?
Ion Gonzaga, a.k.a. "Boy Dubai" is a no-nonsense authority blogger and storyteller. He is known to "say things many people cannot say." He's also a UX designer, runner, cyclist, a big fan of basketball.
