Big Lagoon, El Nido ⓒ Jules Bss via Unsplash Towering limestone cliffs, unspoiled lagoons, and sustainable preservation shelter El Nido. The pristine island offers secluded beachfronts with cottages perched on stilts, and a lot of nature-friendly activities that do not require mass gatherings...
Life would not probably get back to normal until 2022 as COVID-19 vaccines may not be enough to enable people to return to business as usual by next year, the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) said. A resident rides her bicycle past armed soldiers along a street in Navotas in...
Before the pandemic, we’ve seen our fair share of run-of-the-mill hangout spots—often the usual samgyeop joints everywhere, cooking up various gimmicks when they all pretty much have the same options. Yes, the food was good, but if you’re seeing your friends for the...
Art by Ariana Maralit It may take a year before we can travel internationally for leisure again, but a lot of domestic airlines, like Philippine Airlines, are resuming operations already following new developments as Metro Manila remains in General Community Quarantine (GCQ). PAL plans to expand...
DOT launches a video that promotes responsible travels and support for workers of the tourism industry BEHIND THE SCENES Toward the end of the video people in the background, tourism workers, were given their screen time These days, everyone dreams of being able to travel once again. This dream is...
On top of the list of frustrations we have heard from travelers with canceled flights—aside from the refunding hassle—is missing the beach. They would swear on anything to get back to the island life and sandwich white sand in between their toes. Bohol is one of the most sought-after beach...
Moscow Kremlin | ⓒ Unsplash Countries lifting travel restrictions have been circulating around the internet lately, and travelers are all kinds of excited for it. The national governments, however, have yet to make official decisions to reopen borders to avoid another wave of Covid-19 cases and...
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) last night (Nov. 23) announced that it is in the final development phase of a digital health pass for the safe re-opening of borders worldwide. The first cross-border IATA Travel Pass pilot is scheduled for later this year with the launch slated...
Nissan and DOT launch Safe Trips campaign By Neil Pagulayan Nissan Philippines has partnered with the Department of Tourism (DOT) to launch a new Safe Trips campaign. It is aimed at promoting safe and responsible land travel to boost local tourism. In a virtual press conference, Nissan’s...
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...
Mark your calendars, and pack your bags! People who buy off e-commerce sites don’t get to hog all the promos for this 24-hour flash sale—travelers, too! Sure, these deals go all year round, but no discount gets close to the wonders of 11.11. As travel restrictions ease up, it’s also the...
The 2020 World Travel Awards, in which our country won four of the most prestigious titles, is giving you a lot more reasons to explore our many islands in the sun SEA IT TO BELIEVE IT There is an abundance of natural resources and marine life in the country (photo by Erwin T. Lim) There is no...
