Blair Villanueva

Melbourne

Editor-in-Chief and Blogger at For Urban Women

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JW Marriott Debuts in New Zealand

1 week ago | forurbanwomen.com | Blair Villanueva

By Blair Villanueva4:05:00 PMAUCKLAND, New Zealand: JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today unveiled the all-new JW Marriott Auckland, marking the brand's debut in Aotearoa, New Zealand, after an extensive multi-million-dollar transformation.
Desenio x The Art Therapy Project

1 week ago | forurbanwomen.com | Blair Villanueva

Desenio raises money for mental health. The role of art and its therapeutic potential is the focus of a new collection being launched by Desenio in May 2025. Art for a Cause brings together unique pieces by artists from around the world in an eclectic and beautiful collection, focusing on mental health.
LOEWE launches the Puzzle 10 Collection to celebrate the 10th anniversary of puzzle bags

1 week ago | forurbanwomen.com | Blair Villanueva

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of LOEWE's most iconic creation, the Puzzle Bag, the brand is launching a reissue of 19 carefully selected designs from the past decade, along with one new design, as part of the LOEWE Puzzle 10 Collection. This limited edition collection is a testament to Loewe's atelier in Spain and its unique playfulness. Each bag uses a variety of techniques, including appliqués, embroidery, cross-stitching and LOEWE's iconic leather marquetry.
Confessions of a lifestyle blogger: 12 things I learned at my first Media Partnership

1 week ago | forurbanwomen.com | Blair Villanueva

Glamour and EmpathyMy mind was prepped and my clothes were pressed, but nothing could've fully prepared me for last weekend’s design and lifestyle show, Manila FAME + CREATE Philippines. ***** At World Trade Center Manila over a week ago, the last goosebump moment I experienced snuck up on me as I turned a corner outside the exhibition hall. The sun was setting, and I could see the pretty lights from Star City. It was a happy moment. I know, I know. It’s Manila FAME + CREATE Philippines.
A BATHING APE®︎ × Van Gogh Museum

1 week ago | forurbanwomen.com | Blair Villanueva

A Bathing APE® collaborated with the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, to present a limited capsule collection inspired by the life stories and works of painter Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890). Since its establishment in 1993, BAPE® has continued to pursue innovative design and fearless expression, and has continued to influence the fashion scene around the world. Its universal popularity is a testament to the cultural influence of the brand.
Disney Abu Dhabi - A Whole New World Awaits

1 month ago | forurbanwomen.com | Blair Villanueva

The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) and Miral, Abu Dhabi's leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences, announced an agreement to create a landmark Disney theme park resort in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The waterfront resort will be located on Yas Island, a world-class destination for entertainment and leisure, connecting travelers from the Middle East and Africa, India, Asia, Europe, and beyond.
50 and Kicking? Thailand is Giving You 10-year Visa!

1 month ago | forurbanwomen.com | Blair Villanueva

They say that 50’s are the new 40 and I personally agree with that. Our Grannies are sassier than ever and guess what, they are not stopping and actually can still compete with the millenials. That’s why Thailand Tourism will be a good news for our baby boomers!If you are age 50 and above, you can now get a long-stay visa for 10-years up from the existing (1) one year with one of the requirements being to report to the immigration police every 90-days.
The Style that Doesnâ€™t Cost a Thing

1 month ago | forurbanwomen.com | Blair Villanueva

My journey in embracing and advocating sustainable fashion is somewhat personal - from the day I started appreciating secondhand clothes that my US-based Aunties send us every Christmas season, learning hand-sewing at the age of 10, to finally earning my wage and starting shopping from local ukay-ukay stores back in the Philippines. Then I moved here to beautiful Australia, and guess what?
Op-Ed: How does AI-bot will teach Pinoys about contraceptive methods?

1 month ago | forurbanwomen.com | Blair Villanueva

The Philippines is an island country composed of 7,641 islands with a massive 108.6-million people squeezing like sardines, and continuously growing like a pack of guinea pigs in Mr. Doolittle’s lab. And that’s crazy multiplication. The thing is, the Philippines is one of those developing countries that have poor healthcare systems, including access to contraception for its people.
Pacific War Memorial at Corregidor Island

1 month ago | forurbanwomen.com | Blair Villanueva

Back in summer, I got privileged to be invited to explore the beautiful island of Corregidor. I’ve been reading and hearing stories from old folks about Corregidor Island, especially about the old war days and I am literally intrigued. It was a really fun and educational day tour around Corregidor Island, and I will share the stories on many different blog posts. The island has its unique beauty and I think I want to come back to capture more stories.