MANILA, Philippines — This year’s Panagbenga celebration has been truly remarkable, offering a diverse range of experiences and activities, reflecting a continued commitment to supporting culture and the arts in the city. The local MSMEs join the month-long Cordillera Food and Crafts Fair that showcases local products from souvenirs to …
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NAIA among Asia’s worst airports for ‘business travelers’ — study
MANILA, Philippines — The Ninoy Aquino International Airport is among the worst airports in Asia for business travelers, according to data collated by BusinessFinancing.co.uk. The website collated passenger reviews for major international airports from air travel review website Airline Quality, calculating the average rating from reviewers that categorized as "business …
Read More »Philanthropic effort launched to aid victims of Aklan fires
MANILA, Philippines – A philanthropic initiative was recently launched to extend support to those adversely affected by the recent fires in Malay, Aklan. The initiative aligns closely with the Municipal Social Workers Development Office, aiming to help victims of the fires in Sitio Pinaungon last December 2023 and Vargas Compounds …
Read More »Conrad Manila stands tall with Forbes Travel Guide’s 2024 Recommendation
MANILA, Philippines — Conrad Manila welcomes the year with celebration as it announces its recent accolade as a “Recommended” hotel in the prestigious Forbes Travel Guide 2024 Awards. The acknowledgment solidifies Conrad Manila's position as a premier destination in the Philippines. Forbes Travel Guide, the leading authority on global luxury …
Read More »Japan’s ‘naked men’ festival succumbs to population aging
OSHU, Japan — A steam of sweat rose as hundreds of naked men tussled over a bag of wooden talismans, performing a dramatic end to a thousand-year-old ritual in Japan that took place for the last time. Their passionate chants of "Jasso, joyasa" (meaning "Evil, be gone") echoed through a …
Read More »Millennials’, Gen Zs’ new love language: 3 out of 5 are ‘willing to pay the price’ for it
MANILA, Philippines — These days, it is no longer enough to say "I love you" to show how much you love a person. No amount of flowers and chocolates will do. Millennials and Gen Zs, particularly those in the Asia Pacific region including the Philippines, have found a new love …
Read More »Trip to the other Chinatown: Quezon City’s Banawe eats
MANILA, Philippines — When one thinks of Chinatown, Binondo is most often at the top of mind. But there are other Chinatowns in the country, one even relatively nearer, especially for those who live in Quezon City. The long strip of Banawe Street in Quezon City is known as a …
Read More »Pia Wurtzbach, Jeremy Jauncey list 8 things to do in Hong Kong
MANILA, Philippines — There are places that make you fall in love, places where the stars and the planets align and the whole universe conspires to make it the perfect moment for romance for you and your loved one — and you realize how mundane the world can be without …
Read More »Seeking summer solace? This Puerto Princesa resort roars with peace, comfort
PALAWAN, Philippines — Puerto Princesa City, much like other destinations in Palawan, is a playground for adventurers. With its stunning beaches, impressive rock formations and biodiverse wildlife, it caters perfectly to those seeking excitement and exploration. Yet, after a day filled with adventure in the city’s stunning landscapes, weary travelers …
Read More »Jodi Sta. Maria visits Antarctica, completes journey to 7 continents
MANILA, Philippines — Actress Jodi Sta. Maria completed her trips to the seven continents of the world after a visit to Antarctica. Jodi shared on her Instagram account several photos of her trip to the icy continent, which ticked off her global list. These include pictures of penguins, sea lions, …
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