Meet the candidates for Miss Earth 2018

Pageant season has kicked off in Manila as the candidates of Miss Earth 2018 met the press during a presentation on Thursday, October 11, at the Diamond Hotel.

Around 90 candidates, including the country's Celeste Cortesi, introduced themselves to the press. One of the ladies will succeed Miss Earth 2017 Karen Ibasco as this year's queen.


Here are photos of some of the candidates during the event:

MISS EARTH 2018. Around 90 candidates are vying to become Miss Earth 2018. All photos by Ben Nabong/Rappler unless stated otherwise

PHILIPPINES REP. Celeste Cortesi of the Philippines, poses for photos during a press presentation for Miss Earth. in Manila on October 11, 2018. Photo by Ted Aljibe/ AFP

Watch these videos for the full press presentation:

During their stay in the Philippines, the candidates will go around the country to do sightseeing as educational tours about the environment. Pre-activities are also scheduled.

Coronation night is happening on November 3 at the Mall of Asia.