MANILA, Philippines - Lifestyle Asia celebrated 24 years of publishing excellence at an invitational to a Cirque du Soleil performance. Despite heavy rains and flooding in parts of Manila, 90 percent of confirmed guests showed up at the Grand Chapiteau. The tent, which had been flown in from Canada, was set up in front of the Manila Hotel. Cocktails were served at the VIP text adjoining the performance venue. The event also kicked off the countdown to Lifestyle Asia’s 25th anniversary, which will have an even bigger celebration next year.