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Politics

DISCARD PNP TRAVEL PASS; HEALTH CLEARANCE SHOULD BE OK FOR TRAVEL IN QUARANTINE AREAS — REP. CASTELO

Quezon City Rep. Precious Hipolito Castelo is urging the Inter-Agency Task Force on Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF) to do away with the travel pass being issued by the Philippine National Police (PNP) to travelers in quarantine areas. Castelo said the PNP travel pass has no “probative value” in terms of a person’s health and thus […]

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Travel & Tours

REDDOORZ CLIMBS TO TOP OF TRAVEL APPS IN THE PHILIPPINES

Current trends in traveling have drastically changed over the years. More and more people are looking for ways to start an adventure without having to shell out a lot of money, be it in the outskirts of the Philippines or in international territories to visit beaches, tourist spots, and other cultural landmarks. One way to […]

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Government

PH SETS RECORD WITH 7.1M TOURIST ARRIVALS IN 2018 – ROMULO-PUYAT

The Philippines has set a record-breaking 7.1 million international tourist arrivals in 2018, the Department of Tourism (DOT) reported. Data from the DOT showed that at least 7,127,168 foreign tourists visited the country. This was the “highest ever number” for the country’s tourism industry and surpassed the 6,620,908 arrivals in 2017 by 7.68 percent, the […]

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Government

BALANGIGA BELLS TO TURN EASTERN VISAYAS INTO AN EMERGING TOURIST DESTINATION – ROMULO-PUYAT

The Department of Tourism (DOT) said the return of the Balangiga Bells to Eastern Samar, 117 years after they were taken by the U.S. Army during the Philippine-American War, will fuel the curiosity of local and foreign tourists alike on the history of the region. “We, at DOT, are so happy for the people of […]

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Government

BORACAY’S PRISTINE BEAUTY IS 80% RESTORED – DENR

A day before the reopening of Boracay Island, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) said 80 percent of the pristine beauty of the famous tourist destination has been restored after six months of rehabilitation. “Although, we can say that we’re not yet 100 percent complete, but we’re going to that direction. And at […]

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Food, Health & Fitness

THE TOP 10 FOODIE GOODIES OF SORSOGON

The gem of Luzon’s southern tip is definitely Sorsogon. And as you go along and #SeeSorsogon; doing island hops, wakeboarding along the shores, bathing in its numerous majestic swimming spots, and interacting with the warm and festive locals, you should never fail to also indulge in the delectable food and drinks they offer. Sorsogon is […]

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Travel & Tours

La Union Sunset Chronicles

It is known for its surfing spots, hip food places, and modern and Instagrammable accommodations. It is easily accessible—in just four hours, you’ll reach this laid-back coastal town in the North. Indeed, La Union is a top choice for weekend warriors. Thousands of tourists visit La Union every month, especially when there are music festivals […]

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Travel & Tours

Must Read: Helpful Tips for Travel Agents

Do you own a travel agency or are you working for one? To be sure, travel agencies have their own ways of doing things, promoting their business, and selling their products. Without a doubt, they must have some basis for creating the products that they offer and engaging in the business that they have invested in. However, it pays […]

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Travel & Tours

The Top Five Places to Spend the Night in Cagayan De Oro

Cagayan de Oro City, also known as the “City of Golden Friendship”, is dubbed as such because of the friendly and hospitable locals who constantly offer warm welcomes to everyone they meet. Aside from the world-famous hospitality of the people, the city is also popular as the gateway to the vast pineapple plantations owned by […]

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Travel & Tours

The 10 Best Places to Stay When in Zambales

Beach, beaches and more beaches! For travelers who cannot wait to get their skin sunkissed, Zambales is the go-to destination. With 100 kilometers of coastline, Zambales is teeming with virgin offshore islands and secluded beach resorts. What makes this province a hot destination for travelers is its proximity to Metro Manila. Zambales is just a […]