MAKATI CITY, Philippines—For Laguna lass Daniela Castañares, excelling in school while amassing recognitions in beauty contests is not enough.
The slew of achievements she has been earning has given her resolve to aim higher, an international beauty title to be exact.
The 18-year-old student will represent the Philippines in the female division of the 2021 Mister and Miss Teen Tourism pageant, which will be conducted virtually on Dec . 28.
Among Castañares’ numerous beauty titles are Miss Paciano Rizal 2019, Queen of the Runway 2018, and PH Fashionista Yellow Category.
She also earned runner-up spots in Miss Teen Laguna Ambassador and Miss Junior.
She is also a consistent academic achiever from 2013 to 2015, earned several accolades in English competitions, won awards for conduct and service, and received highest academic honors.
Five crowns are at stake in the global tilt’s female division—Miss Teen Tourism Universe, Miss Teen Tourism World, Miss Teen Tourism International, Miss Teen Tourism Globe, and Miss Teen Tourism Earth.
Five counterpart titles are also up for grabs in the male division.
The 2021 Mister and Miss Teen Tourism pageant will be streamed at the Megastar Production PH YouTube channel on Dec. 28, at 11 a.m.