Illustrado talks to Filipino artists in the UAE who are making waves and are paving the way for other Pinoy creatives in the emirates

Iceland is known for its majestic mountains and volcanoes, including grandiose waterfalls, beautiful glacier lagoons, surreal ice laden coastal scenes and the ethereal Aurora Borealis. Follow Pinoy globetrotter Jes Reyes as he writes about his journey across Iceland and shares his travel recommendations with Illustrado. #illustradomagazine #taasnofilipino

Thoughtleader – Nelita Villezon  Fitness Pro and Model Filipina-American model and fitness professional Nelita Villezon grew up learning martial arts under her father, martial artist Erwin Villezon.  Trained in a multitude of self-defense techniques like Muay Thai, Wushu, Eskrima, and Arnis, as well as in dance and fitness, she grew into one of the top …

Seven Dubai-based Filipinos were awarded with the prestigious Dakilang Bayani award last Friday at the Philippine Consulate in Dubai as part of the 123rd Philippine Independence Day celebrations. Dakilang Bayani (translated to Noble Hero) is the highest award given to Overseas Filipinos by the Office of the Philippine Consulate General in the UAE. It honors …