Baguio’s pony boys used to get their livelihood tending to horses used by tourists who go horseback riding. Even though the pandemic shut down Baguio’s tourism industry, the pony boys continue to make a living from their steeds, this time through selling compost made from horse manure. Roselito...
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,...
The country’s first Creative City has now opened its doors to 1,000 tourists daily Photos courtesy of Zaldy Comanda ARTIST TREE The giant Christmas Tree at the heart of the Summer Capital At about 4,600 feet above sea level, 250 kilometers north of Manila, nestled within the Cordillera mountain,...
Twin Glass Treehouse at Tudor in the Pines Who were fans of the glasshouses ever since Edward Cullen crawled out his architectural marvel when Twilight premiered? Us. That’s right. We couldn’t stop dreaming about all the things we could do and see there, especially during the quarantine....
In Baguio City, ‘There’s Still Life’ WEAVING THE FUTURE Local weaver Katherine Domigyay in a live textile weaving act at the Sunshine Park as part of Art in the Park: There Is Still Life exhibition Fresh air. Breathtaking views. Colorful culture and deep, mystical experiences. These are just...
Photo from Mark Sangiao's Facebook page The sports heroes mural project at the Baguio Athletic Bowl, which features Cordilleran athletes and Team Lakay stars, is nearing its completion. Team Lakay's own artist Harold Banario, the younger brother of former ONE Championship featherweight champion...
Going all out with Christmas decorations has become a tradition in every community in the country, but for some reason, we have our favorite places to visit. Take a walk (or even go caroling with social distancing in mind) around the best villages and towns in the country that have reopened its...
DESTINATION: ART Arsenio "Nick" J. Lizaso, CCP President and NCCA Chairman Baguio was deemed a special far-off place during my boyhood days. Anyone in our school who could brag about having been to Baguio was considered privileged, a “ sikat .” At a time when travel was a luxury, Baguio was a...
Covid-19 has impacted every aspect of the travel industry, including art and culture. The fragmented setting has led to the loss of income from auctions and sale disruption, lack of visitors, and lack of workers. In pursuit of getting back on its knees, The UNESCO Creative City of Baguio has...
Good news: You can finally rebook those canceled flights as some of the country’s top destinations have reopened for leisure travel. The bad news? You will be facing rigorous protocols and spending cash for swab tests. These spots, however, are taking the best approaches to ensure your safety,...
Baguio is reopening to NCR tourists this week! Here’s a list of safe hotels you can stay at Starting Oct. 22, local tourists from the majority of Luzon—including the NCR!—can visit the City of Pines. After loosening travel restrictions in Region 1 through the Ridge to Reef corridor program ,...
SM City Baguio empowers local artists and craftsmen through different programs and initiatives Local artists and craftsmen across the country are among those who are badly hit by the pandemic. And to help them, SM City Baguio kicks off its “Adivay: Celebrating Culture & Heritage” program....
