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MANILA, Philippines — The 2026 edition of Travel Madness Expo will take place this July ahead of predictions for a new wave of "revenge travelling." Global tourism has taken a hit this year due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, affecting not just plane routes but the prices of …

MANILA, Philippines — The National Commission for Culture and the Arts has approved a broad conservation measure for Paco Park, a National Cultural Treasure. The National Parks Development Committee described the approval as “great news” for National Heritage Month. "This approved [Conservation Management Plan] is a guarantee that the Cementerio …

MANILA, Philippines — Summer usually sees a lot of families traveling to their favorite destinations. Filipinos, known for having large extended families, often consider this season a perfect time to bond. While many resorts offer topnotch facilities, it is a bonus if a destination features amenities that cater to the …

MANILA, Philippines — Still looking for more ways to celebrate Mom? Several hotels are rolling out special Mother’s Day offers this weekend, ranging from scenic staycations to relaxing spa perks. Whether she’d love cool Tagaytay mornings or a beachside recharge in Boracay, these next picks show that there’s no one-size-fits-all …

MANILA, Philippines — The Walt Disney Company is debuting its official fan club expo in Southeast Asia next year as D23 makes its way to Singapore. D23 is Disney's official fan club responsible for hosting the biennial "D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event." It takes its name from Disney and …

MANILA, Philippines — Mother’s Day gifts come and go, but a well-planned experience lingers. This year, you may skip the predictable gifts and give Mom something better: time to rest, indulge and feel celebrated. Here are five hotels and bed-and-breakfasts that are rolling out thoughtful packages designed to make Mom …

MANILA, Philippines — For 10 years, news of a galleon museum located at a popular mall complex in Pasay City floated since the groundbreaking was held in 2014. For years, an imposing structure that looked like the vessel of yesteryears caught attention of passersby who were wondering when the said …

MANILA, Philippines — A newly launched inititative in Intramuros allows guests visiting the walled city the option to rent traditional Filipino clothing while touring the area. Traje de Intramuros based in Fort Santiago's La Events Cafe is the brainchild of events planner Archie Dema-ala and his cultural group La Manila …

MANILA, Philippines — Entalula Beach in El Nido, Palawan finally claimed the top spot of the annual "The World's 50 Best Beaches" list for 2026. This year's annual list is the result of the collaboration between "The World's 50 Best Beaches" team's first-hand, year-round exploration with more than a thousand …

MANILA, Philippines — The Panagbenga Flower Festival in February is not the only major attraction that draws crowds of foreign and local tourists to Baguio City. The ongoing Mangan Taku Food Fair, which runs until tomorrow, April 27, also presents itself as a major reason why all roads are leading …