Mark your calendars as the 26th Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta takes flight from Feb. 13 to 15, 2026, bringing three days of color, energy, and sky-high excitement to New Clark City in Tarlac. This upcoming edition is set to be one of the biggest yet, featuring 22 new...
For regular travelers, the in-flight safety announcements tend to feel repetitive, like a daily routine that has become incorporated into your system. A recent viral safety video released by Philippine Airlines (PAL) seeks to change that. Taking inspiration from local telenovelas, PAL unveiled a...
Every December, we try to go as a family to an off-the-beaten-path destination. For this year, we settled on the country of Jordan. We decided to go to Jordan for two reasons. First, we wanted to continue tracing the ancient Silk Road back toward Asia. In 2023, we went to Morocco, which was the...
Domestic travel set new records during the Christmas long break, and local tourism supported communities while strengthening the economy, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said on Monday, Jan. 5. Boracay Island led major destinations with 118,745 visitors from Dec. 15 to 28, 2025. Baguio City...
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) are bracing for a surge of travelers returning to cities as post-holiday land and sea travels ramp up starting Saturday, Jan. 3. PCG spokesperson Capt. Noemie Cayabyab said the agency expects nearly...
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reported smooth and orderly port operations nationwide on New Year’s Day, Jan. 1, as no passengers were stranded in any major or minor port despite heavy holiday travel. PCG spokesperson Capt. Noemie Cayabyab said the Coast Guard did not receive any report of...
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) recorded 3.8 million inbound and outbound passengers in ports nationwide as of Monday, Dec. 29, as holiday travel continued to surge days before the New Year’s Day celebration. PCG spokesperson Captain Noemie Cayabyab said the figure reflects passenger traffic...
Planning a trip to Japan anytime soon? The Japanese Government is seeking to raise its visa issuance fees starting fiscal year 2026. It is the first hike in over 48 years. Lawmakers already approved it as part of their 2026 budget proposal last Dec. 26. Currently, visa processing fees cost 3,000...
Passenger traffic in ports nationwide eased days after Christmas as the Philippine Coast Guard reported significantly lower sea travel volume on Sunday, Dec. 28, under Oplan Biyaheng Ayos: Pasko 2025. From 12 midnight to 6 a.m., the PCG recorded 35,346 outbound passengers and 28,996 inbound...
Eurotel welcomed the holiday season by introducing a meaningful symbol of love and compassion, the Eurotel Bear for a Cause. More than just a plush toy, the Eurotel Bear was created to represent warmth, generosity, and the spirit of giving that defines Christmas. It serves as a reminder that even...
As the New Year approaches, now’s the time to plot out your travel plans for 2026. Take a look back at where you’ve gone this past year. Did you enjoy the places you visited, or were you too busy to plan a getaway? If you found yourself burdened with making your vacation goals come true, try...
Even as Christmas wraps up, festivities move on forward at the House of Mouse. Disneyland has fondly been referred to as the happiest place on Earth since it first opened its doors to the public in the ’50s. To this day, many visit its 12 theme parks and six resorts worldwide. Closest to our...
