10/08/2026
Alex Eala
Tatler rings in the New Year with rising tennis star, .eala. She has been making waves in big tournaments worldwide, proudly representing the Philippines. At only 19 years old, Eala has already competed in all four Grand Slam tournaments, including the prestigious Wimbledon Championships which is most tennis players’ dream competition. With her back-to-back achievements in the tennis world, she has finally ended the country’s years of lull in the sport.
Get to know her on our first cover for 2025 and in an astounding 12-page spread captured by one of the country’s most prominent photographers, .
Furthermore, don’t miss our special feature on the first-ever Tatler Best of Asia in Bangkok, which honoured the region’s hospitality and culinary greats. In addition, Filipino-American Hollywood actor and comedian Nico Santos takes us to his life, career and beyond. We also have an insightful and inspiring piece on late national female artists, Anita Magsaysay Ho and Nena Saguil, and a walkthrough of 2022 and 2024’s Asia’s Leading Tourist Attraction awardee, Manila’s walled city, Intramuros.
We also delve into the travel trends in 2025, centred on building cultural connections and cultivating sustainability. Lastly, explore five beautiful destinations to check out according to A2A Safaris.
We believe that we are starting the year right, and we hope you all have a fantastic 2025 ahead!
Read these insightful stories and more on Tatler’s January 2025 issue. Available on Shopee, Lazada, Zinio, Magzter, and Pressreader, or at newsstands today!
Photography by Mark Nicdao
Words by Jessica Zapata
Styling by Maita Baello, Alvin Navarro, and Chelsy Estrada of Studio 24c
Hair by Rudolf Davalos
Make-up by Thea Dionisio
Logistics: Dowee Untivero
Production Assistants: Michelle Soriano, Johannah Reglos
Location: Siren Studios