French Embassy opens new visa centre in Makati
The French embassy in the Philippines on Wednesday opened a new visa center in Makati to accommodate “the significant increase in volume” of Filipinos applying for Schengen visas. French Ambassador …
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Philippine city declares New Zealand beauty queen “persona non grata”
While today’s “epic fails” are tomorrow’s birdcage liners, the city of Cagayan de Oro has topped today’s “let’s make an ass out of ourselves” by filing a resolution to declare Nicole Harding, …
EDSA express buses hit the road, but where are the passengers?
This week the Metro Manila Development Authority and the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) rolled out a new solution to Manila’s traffic problems. The EDSA Express buses took to …
Immigration commissioner warns of fake immigration personnel, again
Once again the Bureau of Immigration has issued a warning to the public about fake immigration personnel attempting to extort money from Filipinos and especially foreign nationals within the country. …
Americans must pay income tax or face losing their passports
WASHINGTON DC – Congress will enact a new law denying or revoking passports of US citizens who have not paid their taxes. The law is aimed at denying Americans who …
UK issues travel advisory and warning for the Philippines
LONDON, United Kingdom – An advisory has been issued by the UK government pertaining to travel and safety within the Philippines – Read More. Safety and security Crime There’s a …
Were 71-year-old and mother with baby latest victims of bullet scam?
Two woman were apprehended this Monday for carrying bullets inside their bags at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). The first was 71-year-old Antonina Agustin, who was at the airport …
Tourism experts say Philippines is wasting its time with new star rating
A new “star” rating system for hotels and resorts in the Philippines is to be implemented by the Department of Tourism (DOT) – but a global hospitality consulting firm says …
Extra security for Samal Island after Abu Sayyaf kidnap tourists
Resort owners on the Island Garden City of Samal agreed on extra security measures to protect tourists at following recent kidnappings. Officials of the Armed forces of the Philippines, the …
Mayor: Angeles no longer Sin City, Americans to blame for bad reputation
Angeles City Mayor Edardo Pamintuan said yesterday that it had shed its reputation as a Sin City destination after taking home a “Pearl Award”. Pearl Awards are given by the …
Never, ever post photos of your boarding pass to social media
Most Filipinos like to take ‘selfies’, but those who take photos of their flight boarding pass should think again. If you post such a photo online you could being posting …
The 15 worst airports for a layover: No surprises which was number one
Rampant corruption, shoddy building standards and terrible congestion have seen Manila’s NAIA airport named as the world’s worst. The dubious accolade comes from travel site EscapeHere.com who say it’s the worst place in …
Despite the danger, Tawi-Tawi wants to become tourist destination
Tawi-Tawi’s famous mountain peak, Bud Bongao, will soon receive a 54-million peso boost to help it become a tourist destination. The Department of Public Works and Highways made the announcement …
Mystery as experienced scuba diver drowns in perfect conditions
47-year-old David Lascon de Leon, a resident of Makati City, drowned while scuba diving in the town of Tingloy in the province of Batangas. Reports show that de Leon was …
Six trekkers confirmed dead after being caught in mountain creek flood
The death toll has risen to six trekkers drowned, and eight hurt after they were swept away by rushing creek waters in San Jose, Tarlac. The sixth victim was found …
Fifty per cent shortfall in expected number of tourists visiting the Philippines
The Department of Tourism has fallen 50 per cent short of its projected numbers of foreign tourists arriving in the country for the fist six months of the year. In …
Rare ‘ninja sharks’ studied off Malapascua Island in Cebu
Scientists have recorded seeing the endangered and rarely seen “Ninja Shark” off the coast of Malapascua Island in Cebu. Rutgers University and the University of Chester have announced some rare sightings of the …
Kalibo and Davao City airports named among ‘world’s most efficient’
The Airport Council International (ACI) has named two airports in the Philippines as being some of the most efficient in the world. ACI listed Kalibo International Airport and Davao International Airport …
Filipina arrested for cracking bomb joke at Manila airport
A 50-year-old Filipina, who was scheduled on a flight for Riyadh at NAIA Terminal 2, was arrested after she cracked a bomb joke heard by several airport personnel. Chief Superintendent …
New electronic travel document needed to visit Canada
For Filipinos and all foreigners entering Canada via air-travel will now face a new requirement – the eTA or Electronic Travel Authorisation document. The new travel document applies to most …
German Embassy in Manila to change visa appointment submission
The German Embassy in Manila will be changing its procedure for making appointments in its visa section starting on August 1. Appointments for the submission of visa applications will be …
Is it possible to live in the Philippines on just $10 Dollars a Day?
Whatever the nay-sayers may tell you, it is possible. So, I’ll show you how, and also describe how $20 dollars a day can see you live like a king. First …
Vietnam waives visa requirements for five European countries
Vietnam has taken steps to boost their tourism numbers by dropping the visa requirements for five additional European countries. A decision was reached this week by the Vietnam government that …
Updated Rizal museum opens on 154th anniversary of hero’s birth
A modernised Jose Rizal museum will open in Calamba, Laguna today, marking the 154th anniversary of the national hero’s birth. The museum will feature exhibitions including interactive technologies narrating the …
US visa glitch causing major headache for international visitors
Thousands, and possibly tens of thousands of visitors to the United States may be in for a major headache after a technical glitch in the country has all but halted …
Guimaras Manggahan Festival: World’s best mangoes and much more
The Guimaras Manggahan Festival, held from May 11 to 22 in Guimaras province, Western Visayas, is set to be a big boost to the province’s economy and tourism sector. The …