Travel and Tourism

DUBAI – Flying Taxis – the stuff of several sci-fi stories – are an inch closer to reality, first in the United States, then in the United Arab Emirates and India. “What we used to think of as science fiction is now science fact,” Billy Nolen, Archer Aviation’s chief safety officer, told AFP at the Dubai Airshow. “This is happening. …

Baguio has been listed among the cheapest destinations in the Asia-Pacific region to visit by year-end, according to a study by Agoda an online travel agency. The study, conducted in September, showed that Baguio City is one of 10 cheapest destinations under the category of average room rates for 10 days for 2023. Baguio is placed just outside the Top …

Traveling has its perks because you get to see different parts of the world, experience their culture and traditions, taste their local food, and come home wiser and happier. But it has its own woes and nightmares, too, particularly while at airports and while flying. From overly chatty seatmates, lavatory hoggers, snoring backseat passengers to perennially crying kids, these can …

The Philippine islands of Boracay, Palawan and Siargao were included in the Condé Nast Traveler (CNT) Top 10 Readers’ Choice Awards for the best islands in Asia. Boracay landed on the third spot, following Indonesia’s Bali and Thailand’s Koh Samui. The Philippine top tourist destination claimed the top spot last year, while Palawan improved from No. 8 to sixth spot.  Siargao wrapped up …

The Eiffel Tower in Paris, Times Square in New York City, Pyramids at Giza, Great Wall of China, and Merlion in Singapore are commonly regarded as tourist traps. Millions flock to these destinations every year to take almost the exact same picture and upload it to their social media accounts. Lately, there’s been a slight pushback on these tourist hotspots. …

Coastal land reclamation is expected to be a popular urban strategy in places that experience urban growth, according to a study that analyzed satellite images from 2000 to 2020 to quantify spatial extent, scale and land use of urban coastal reclamation of 135 cities globally with population exceeding one million. According to the study, “Mapping 21st century global coastal land …

Bataan is historically rich, always linked to World War II, a witness to many bloody encounters between Filipino and Japanese soldiers. Every April 9, the province takes center stage as the country commemorate Araw ng Kagitingan. This peninsula is an exciting destination for culture, adventure and nature. The perspective becomes unique when it comes from a biker. Bataan is an …

Filipino culture is closely rooted in colorful fiestas and festivals, like Masskara and Sinulog. These celebrations attract both locals and foreigners, manifesting our penchant for lively public gathering and parties. Some Philippine festivals can be reached by car from Metro Manila, offering a chance for an authentic cultural experience. Pahiyas festival. Happening in Lucban, Quezon, locals display handcrafted paper mache …

Many travel guides recommend bringing the basic essentials: clothes, identification, and money. But what if you plan for your next trip while also being conscious of the environment? Whether it’s an overseas trip, an overnighter, or a road trip, there are greener alternatives to the usual items you occasionally pack for a vacation. To help you with your upcoming adventure, …

The Philippines placed eighth in the 10 best place for expats offering comfortable retirement lifestyle, supported by hospitable Filipinos, according to InterNations’ Expat Insider Report 2023, an annual survey of expats living and working abroad. While the Philippines ranked poorly in terms of quality of life, working abroad and in providing essentials to expats, the country ranked third in ease …