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MANILA, Philippines — Local low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific is launching a route to Riyadh next year, a significant market given the abundance of Filipino migrant workers in Saudi Arabia. The airline announced the direct filights between Manila and the Saudi Arabia capital would begin on March 1, a plan that …

MANILA, Philippines — The holiday sparkle continues! These hotels are lighting up the season with themed Christmas trees, heartwarming community events and festive dining and hampers you’ll want to bookmark for your Christmas rounds. Here’s Part 2 of the most stylish (and meaningful!) holiday celebrations in and around Metro Manila: …

MANILA, Philippines — The "Ber" months have begun, and you — just like many others — have started planning for that much awaited and much deserved family vacation during the Christmas break. You usually take that trip between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day so the kids would be off …

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT, Philippines – Subic’s flagship waste recycling program has made it to the Green Destinations 2025 Top 100 Stories, a global competition showcasing destinations that implement responsible, forward-looking tourism practices. Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño said the agency’s recyclables collection program …

MANILA, Philippines — From carabao-centric specialties like Bulalo and Tapsilog to Tilapia-flavored desserts, the landlocked Nueva Ecija offers a lineup of food stops perfect for travelers with adventurous tastebuds. Here are some restaurants and stores that you can visit on your next travel. Kardeli All-day Breakfast Overload Silog at Kardeli …

MANILA, Philippines — It is not surprising to know that Filipinos' affinity for traveling reaches a high during the Christmas holidays. A 2024 report from the Department of Tourism shows that more than 650,000 Filipinos decided to spend Christmas and New Year outside the Philippines, with studies citing Hong Kong, …

MANILA, Philippines — Ascott Bonifacio Global City Manila officially welcomed the holiday season with a radiant Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony held last November 21 at the Orchard Grand Ballroom. This year’s festive theme, Casa Capiz: Lighting the Way Home for the Holidays, was inspired by the property’s Casa Capiz campaign …

MANILA, Philippines — From well-loved Filipino staples like sisig and kare-kare to modern twists such as ube pizza and banana-flavored coffee, Tarlac offers a diverse food scene worth exploring, whether you’re visiting for a vacation or stopping over on a long drive. Here are some restaurants in Tarlac that deserve …

In Sultan Kudarat, coffee is more than a warm cup to start the day. It is a heritage crop, a lifeline for farming communities and now the centerpiece of a new tourism experience. This identity comes into sharper focus with the launch of the Kape Mo’To Tour, the first coffee …

MANILA, Philippines — It's less than a month before Christmas, and hotels across Manila and nearby destinations are ushering in Christmas with dazzling tree lightings, festive décor and heartwarming celebrations! From eco-friendly creations to Filipino-inspired traditions, these six hotels offer unique ways to experience the season with family, friends and …