An airport is just that, a place to pass through to go to a plane that would take us to our intended destinations. But with travel far from being normal, we are excited with any travel-related updates, especially with the announcement from the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) and the …
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Philippines named world’s 2nd most Instagrammable place
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines made it to the 2nd spot of the list of most Instagramable places in the world, according to travel website Big 7 Travel. Only Japan unseated the Philippines from the top spot, but the country beat places such as Paris, New York City, Cuba, London, …
Read More »Is it possible to travel safely? Find out how you can take that trip without any worries
As much as possible, and I say this with conviction as some of my family members are still sick with the dreaded virusㅡdo not go out of your homes if you don’t have any important matters to attend to. This is also not the time to let your guards down. …
Read More »How Taal Volcano looks like a year after its eruption
On this day last year, Taal Volcano erupted. It caused millions-worth of property damage and affected thousands of people nearby. It’s crater, considered as one of the famous destinations in the South Luzon, turned gray, dried, and lifeless. But how does it look like a year after? Left photo shows …
Read More »Here’s a new and affordable five-star hotel that just opened in Clark, Pampanga
We’re all in need of a little fresh air, away from the city to enjoy the calmness of the vast view of greenery laid out in front of us. But where to go that’s just about an hour away from Manila? Aside from Tagaytay, Cavite, and Laguna, Clark in Pampanga …
Read More »Boracay, El Nido named among world’s best beaches for 2020
MANILA, Philippines — The country’s top beaches, Boracay and El Nido, were among those that made it to Condé Nast Traveler’s 25 Best Island Beaches in the World: 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards list. The prestigious travel publication placed Boracay at 2nd while El Nido in Palawan placed 9th. “For our …
Read More »‘BYAHENG BYAHE NA AKO’―10 local ‘hidden gems’ to discover when travel becomes better (and safer) in 2021
What a year it has been for travel! Almost all travel plans were scrapped, making everyone miss the beach, the mountains, even the museums (or, in the case of my parents, the malls). But how will travel be in 2021? Uncertainty is still thick in the air with the emergence …
Read More »Savoy Hotel Boracay gets ready for summer of 2021
Cove 2 at Newcoast Beach Bid goodbye to the year of armchair travel and expect a different kind of experiences starting on April 2021 at Savoy Hotel Boracay, a hip and stylish tropical retreat located in the heart of Boracay Newcoast, which features four-star facilities and access to a 295-meter …
Read More »HygienePass certification launched to ensure hotels comply with safety, sanitation protocols
MANILA, Philippines — With the government slowly allowing travel despite the coronavirus pandemic, safety is still the number one priority of Filipinos while enjoying vacation. The tourism sector is slowly getting on its feet but it doesn’t mean that people should ignore the threat of the pandemic as they need …
Read More »WHERE TO GO NEXT? Destinations you could easily reach via car this holiday season
It is not business as usual, especially if you are below 15 years of age, or 65 years old and above. Most business establishments and accommodations strictly enforce this rule from the IATF, which also includes following rules ensuring physical distancing, wearing of face mask and face shield, checking of …
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