CNN ranks Palaui Island as tenth most beautiful in the world
CNN has ranked Palaui Island – just off the north-eastern tip of Luzon – as the 10th most beautiful in the world. The island has overtaken world-famous destinations such as Trinidad …
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Alert raised and evacuations begin as Mount Bulusan spews ash
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) has raised the danger level for the Mount Bulusan Volcano to “Alert Level One.” Just in the last 24-hours ash has shot up …
Visa-free entry now available for Indian visitors to the Philippines
Indian tourists visiting the Philippines for up to 14 days no longer need to secure a visa to enter the country. The Bureau of Immigration issued a memorandum granting visa-free …
At least 24 people injured after jeep and truck collide
At least 24 people were hurt when a jeepney collided with a cargo truck in Baclayon town, about five miles south of Tagbilaran City. Among those in critical condition was …
American declared “persona non grata” after criticising tourism chiefs
The Sangguniang Panglalawigan of Sorsogon declared blogger Nathan Allen, a citizen of United States, persona non grata to protest his derogatory remarks against the Donsol tourism office that was published …
Mayon Volcano Natural Park on list of nominees for World Heritage Status
The Mayon Volcano Natural Park (MVNP) has been included in the list of nominees for World Heritage Sites by the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (Unesco). Albay Governor Joey …
Davao City prepares for Kadayawan Festival 2015
Preparations have begun for the celebration of Kadayawan sa Dabaw festival in August. Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte has issued an executive order creating the executive committee (execom) that will …
Want to escape justice for your crimes? The Philippines is your place
The Philippines seems to be hell bent on gaining top position on awkward and downright pointless “world record” nominations, well this week they earned another number #1 position, this time …
New road will ease access to Bukidnon’s Rafflesia flower sanctuary
A newly 150-million peso road will provide easier access to tourists wanting to see Bukidnon’s largest flower sanctuary, say the Department of Public Works and Highways. The sanctuary is at …
Turtle hunter turned conservationist is a ‘champion of the sea’
Pawikans, from newborns who struggle to the sea, to the beauty of watching them in the oceans, laying their eggs and helping them make a life – that is what …
Surigao announces big projects to entice more tourists
The provincial government of Surigao has launched a series of tourism projects to attract more visitors to the region. Dubbed the 2015 “Marajaw Turismo Advocacy,” the projects include the Socorro Floating Restaurant and the Sabang …
Philippines showcases Cordillera region at Berlin travel and trade show
The Philippine Tourism Pavilion at the five-day travel and trade show in Berlin, Germany, features the Cordillera Region of the Philippines. Internationales Tourismos Borse brings together numerous countries, and this …
AirAsia to offer “one peso” base fare tickets
AirAsia is holding another one peso seat sale to more than 20 countries and numerous destinations this summer. The base fare promo covers destinations including Manila, Cebu, Davao, Bohol, Boracay, Palawan, Korean, …
Clark airport to establish hub for passengers in nearby shopping mall
A new transportation hub for passengers using Clark International Airport will be established at the Robinsons Mall in Pampanga. Clark International Airport Corp. has signed a memorandum with Ronbinsons Malls …
China and Canada agree to issue 10-year visas to each other’s citizens
China and Canada have moved forward and will grant each other’s citizens visas valid for up to 10 years. The announcement came from Beijing’s Foreign Minister on Sunday, saying that …
Eco-board approves strict new policies for people visiting Mount Apo
The Protected Area Management Board recently approved a new set of rules for those wanting to climb Mount Apo on the island of Mindanao. The committee set to protect the …
Lubao balloon festival set to be the biggest in Southeast Asia
The Lubao International Balloon Festival will take place this March 26-29 in Prado Siongco, Lubao. The event is heralded as the biggest hot-air balloon event in Southeast Asia. “This is …
Former President Quirino’s birthplace now a must-see museum in Vigan City
Former Philippines President Elpidio Quirino’s birthplace, which also served as a provincial jail of Ilocos Sur, has now been converted to a stunning museum in Vigan City. National Museum Director …
Huge two-billion peso hotel complex to be built in Davao City
Dusit Thani International will build a two-billion peso hotel complex in Davao. The 1.2 hectare scheme will be named Dusit Thani Residences and is being built in partnership with Toree Lorenzo Development …
Man injured after being flung from faulty zorb ball at Boracay resort
An electrical engineer was injured after a Zorb Ball malfunctioned, sending him flying at a resort on Boracay Island. An investigation by the Boracay Tourist Action Center said Patricio Rodolfo Reyes …
Two million expected at the Panagbenga flower festival in Baguio City
At least two million people are expected to visit Baguio City this weekend to enjoy the Panagbenga Festival – The Festival of Flowers. The city has prepared itself for the massive …
Five Compostela Valley road projects to boost tourism in the region
FIVE road projects worth 330 million peso are being built to boost tourism in Compostela Valley in 2015. The Department of Public Works and Highways in Davao Region said three …
Island of Boracay and Boracay beach prepare for influx of tourists in 2015
The Aklan Provincial Government and Malay municipal government are preparing for the huge influx of visitors and vacationers to one of the Philippines most treasured tourist spots, Boracay. Aklan Governor …
Filipinos must comply with new visa requirements for South Korea
Filipinos planning to visit South Korea must comply with the new visa requirements for tourists. The embassy of the Republic of Korea in the Philippines made the announcement on its …
Ayuntamiento building now a tourist attraction in Manila’s Intramuros
The Ayuntamiento Building inside Manila’s Intramuros is set to become the capital’s latest tourist attraction. The stunning building will open its doors to the public once the Treasurer – Sir …
Photograph of the day: The Milky Way from Mount Cook, New Zealand
Photograph of the day – Photographer Jay Daley from Australia took this incredible picture of the Milky Way while out experimenting with his camera in New Zealand’s Mount Cook and …