Gazing out the window, Taal Volcano sits quietly in view. There’s a calmness that dwells within the halls of Taal Vista Hotel. Perhaps this serene feeling was what President Manuel Quezon had envisioned 90 years ago, when he instructed the Manila Railroad Company to build what would eventually be...
Let’s be honest—family travel, especially with younger kids in tow, can be just as exhausting as it is exciting. Most parents will agree: sometimes, we end up needing a vacation after the family vacation. Family trips are a chance to slow down, reconnect, and make memories together. But if you...
By Jinggoy I. Salvador It’s springtime, and one of the most awaited phenomena in Japan transpires. The cherry blossoms trumpet their beauty most delicately. Don’t just take photos of it, join the party! Roll out a mat under the umbrella of pink and white blooms, bite on bento box treats, and...
Don 't miss your chance to see the world. For as low as ₱699, you can go as far as 26 international destinations across Asia, Australia, and the Middle East as part of Cebu Pacific 's “Juander Far and Wide" campaign. The one-way base fare, exclusive of fees and surcharges, can be...
Philippine Hospitality on Sustainable Tourism (PHILHOST) 2025 celebrated its fourth year of gathering experts, leaders, and stakeholders for discussions on sustainability within the hospitality and tourism industry last May 22, 2025 at the Ascott BGC. With this year’s theme of...
The Philippines continues to be a safe and vibrant destination for travelers, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said, reaffirming the country’s strong appeal in light of the recent travel advisory issued by the United States. The DOT cited the remarks of Cagayan de Oro City 2nd District...
ILOILO CITY – The Philippine Travel Agencies Association is bringing the country’s biggest travel exposition to this city and province of Iloilo. “We are bringing best travel deals to all Ilonggos. We are not only promoting locally, but also globally,” said PTAA Mariegel Tankiang Manotok....
Students pursuing careers in maritime, logistics, or cruise-line hospitality now have a powerful new steppingstone to a lucrative employment. 2GO, the Philippines’ largest logistics and sea travel company, has partnered with WorkAbroad.ph, the country’s top overseas job platform, to launch...
As a spray of blood and sweat splashes through the crowd, cheers erupt over the brutal display of sportsmanship. Muay Thai is just one of many spectacles you can encounter along the lively streets of Chiang Mai. Walking around the city feels reminiscent of Manila’s own chaotic streets. Think...
This is every BDO Cardholder 's chance to catch up on their travel plans for the year and beyond. The Great BDO Travel Sale will once again open its doors to enthusiastic globetrotters nationwide. Here is the lineup of schedules and venues: Manila: May 29 to June 1, 2025 (10 a.m. to 8...
Dying of spice, yet the taste makes the suffering worth it. Thailand is no stranger to spicy food. For the uninitiated Filipino taste buds, it might be considered an assault to the tongue. Though once you brave through the pain, the country’s distinct spiciness is one you will miss. Chiang Mai...
Russia, Saudi Arabia, Israel, and the US… These four places are no longer worth visiting. That is, at least according to “Lonely Planet” travel guide co-founder Tony Wheeler, who recently shared a list of locations he has sworn off from ever returning to. Alongside his wife, Maureen, Tony has...
