HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRIPE-VINE While an inflection point literally refers to that point on a curve where the concavity changes, it’s mathematical provenance has been expanded, and the term can apply as a metaphor to mark a shift in trajectory, a turning point – a moment when the opportunity...
China is exploring the possibility of asking the Philippine government to expand its visa-free entry policies for its nationals to other key tourist destinations such as Boracay and Bohol, the Chinese Embassy in Manila said. Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan raised the proposal during the Love Boracay...
DAVAO CITY – This city recorded two million tourist arrivals in 2025 and a 17.38 percent increase in arrivals in March compared to the same month last year. City Tourism Operations Office officer-in-charge Willenito P. Tormis Jr. said the sustained growth reflects increased traveler interest and...
Israeli Ambassador to the Philippines Dana Kursh has called for the firm enforcement of Philippine laws against foreign tourists who engage in misconduct, following reports of incidents in Siargao. “We want to say this loud and clear: If there is an Israeli tourist who is misbehaving, the...
Everyday Filipino dishes long enjoyed at family tables and neighborhood eateries are gaining global recognition, as inasal na manok and adobong manok earned spots in the latest international rankings by TasteAtlas. In its April 2026 list, "inasal na manok" emerged as the Best Chicken Dish in...
Baguio has long been regarded as a refuge for many Filipinos—a place where cooler weather, culture, and creativity converge. For generations, it has offered a welcome escape from urban heat and congestion. But as with many popular destinations, its success brings challenges. Increased visitor...
Among 18 regions, Davao ranked fourth as one of the fastest growing economies in the country in 2024, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority central office report. Central Visayas took the lead in growth at 7.3 percent, followed by Caraga at 6.9 percent, Central Luzon at 6.5 percent, and...
The Philippines continues to encourage more international cruise ship companies to include the country in their travel itinerary as revealed by the data in the first two months of the year, the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) disclosed on Sunday, April 19. PPA General Manager Jay Daniel Santiago...
By the time we left for Chongqing, I had stopped counting the stories I needed to write and started counting something else entirely: steps. Not the metaphorical kind, but the literal ones — the kind that make your legs question your life choices. Chongqing is called the “Mountain City,” and...
Newly appointed Tourism Secretary Dita Angara-Mathay has moved to align key attached agencies under a unified strategy, emphasizing tourism’s role as a driver of inclusive economic growth and signaling a push for stronger coordination early in her term. Angara-Mathay convened the heads of the...
BAGUIO CITY – The city government encouraged people to take advantage of the lighter traffic and more relaxed atmosphere due to the oil crisis to visit the country’s summer capital. Mayor Benjamin Magalong said the current situation offers a unique opportunity for tourists to enjoy this city...
CEBU CITY – A strong earthquake and a devastating typhoon rocked Central Visayas last year but the region still recorded slight improvement in tourist arrivals. The Department of Development-Central Visayas (DepDev-7) said a total of 6.9 million tourists visited the region last year. Citing data...
