LaVie Resort and Casino Manila proudly introduces its newly unveiled Grand Lobby, a striking space that marks a bold evolution of the property. Designed to reflect modern luxury and elevated leisure, the Grand Lobby redefines the guest arrival experience—one that seamlessly blends aesthetics,...
The Philippines stands to gain significant economic, tourism, and investment benefits as it hosts the 45th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Tourism Forum 2026 (ATF 2026) in Cebu City on Wednesday, Jan. 28, the Department of Tourism said. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco. said...
International travel, lifestyle, and accessories brand TUMI unveils the next generation of the Alpha collection, brought to life through individual campaigns starring Formula 1 World Champion and Global Brand Ambassador Lando Norris. Together, they embody a revitalized expression of Alpha: sleek,...
The Philippines should be dominating the tourism conversation. It is one of Southeast Asia’s most naturally spectacular destinations—home to world-famous islands, award-winning beaches, and a hospitality culture that travelers praise again and again. Yet the numbers reveal a lingering gap...
Following our spectacular experiences in Petra, we set off for Wadi Rum convinced that we had already seen the biggest highlight of our journey. This could not have been further from the truth. There is a reason that Hollywood keeps coming back to Wadi Rum. The award-winning movie “Lawrence of...
International arrivals in the Philippines climbed to 6.48 million in 2025, a strong post-pandemic recovery that remained below pre-pandemic levels of about eight million, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco said the Bureau of Immigration (BI) recorded 5.9...
Wakayama Electric Railway’s Kishigawa Line has appointed its latest cat stationmaster, Yontama. Yontama is the third cat stationmaster, taking over after Nitama passed away in November. She was officially installed in the highly acclaimed position during a special ceremony held last Jan. 7. Her...
Our journey in Jordan continued with four full days of exploration left. Our hotel rooms in Dana had huge picture windows overlooking the beautiful canyons of the bioreserve, and we were able to watch the sun set even as the weather got worse. We went to bed to the sound of howling winds at gale...
Senator Raffy Tulfo called anew for the passage of a measure seeking to remove the travel tax being imposed on Filipinos flying economy class to any part of the world. Tulfo, who chairs the Senate Committee on Public Services, filed Senate Bill (SB) No. 88, which highlights how the travel tax...
Imagine lush rows of greenery in an area that can be truly relaxing for the eyes, especially in a tranquil ambiance amidst towering skyscrapers and urban structures. Visualize a diverse range of plants that calm the spirit and soothe the mind. Wyndham Garden Manila Bay will soon be welcoming guests...
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...
