Lozada, Angping seek court’s OK for business trips

Former Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chairman Harry Angping and NBN-ZTE whistle-blower Rodolfo Lozada Jr., who are both facing graft charges filed by the Ombudsman, have sought permission from the Sandiganbayan to travel abroad to attend separate business meetings. More here: Lozada, Angping seek court’s OK for business trips

International experts' help sought to restore heritage sites in Bohol, Cebu

THE Philippine government needs the assistance of international experts for the restoration of the old churches in Bohol and Cebu damaged by the powerful earthquake last Tuesday, a Palace official said Thursday. In a press briefing, Presidential spokesperson Edwin Lacierda said that those damaged churches, mostly found in... More here: International experts' help sought to restore heritage sites in Bohol, Cebu

Angping, Lozada ask for travel permits

Former Manila Congressman and former Chairman of the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Harry Angping who is facing graft complaint has asked the Sandiganbayan to grant his travel request to China from November 7 to 10 for a business mission. In an urgent motion filed before the Fifth Division, Angping said he will visit the cities of Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Hongkong to attend business meetings ... More here: Angping, Lozada ask for travel permits

China offers condolences over Filipina's death

China publicly offered condolences Wednesday on the death of a female tourist from the Philippines earlier this week in what is believed to be a politically motivated car attack in central Beijing. More here: China offers condolences over Filipina's death

Angping, Lozada ask for travel permits

Former Manila Congressman and former Chairman of the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Harry Angping who is facing graft complaint has asked the Sandiganbayan to grant his travel request to China from November 7 to 10 for a business mission. In an urgent motion filed before the Fifth Division, Angping said he will visit the cities […] More here: Angping, Lozada ask for travel permits

Partial opening of TPLEx moved to Oct 31

MANILA, Philippines – Travel time to Baguio City will be reduced starting this long weekend as a portion of the 88.6-kilometer Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEx) will open Thursday, October 31. In a statement on Wednesday, October 30, Transportation Secretary Joseph Emilio Abaya said the first phase of TPLEx, which spans 17 ... More here: Partial opening of TPLEx moved to Oct 31

Highlights of Lonely Planet's top travel picks for 2014

Lonely Planet has released their picks for the top travel destinations of 2014 for everyone from families, thrill-seekers and beach loungers to ‘Beatlemaniacs,’ cat fanatics, and Shakespearean lovers. More here: Highlights of Lonely Planet's top travel picks for 2014

Highlights of Lonely Planet's top travel picks for 2014

Lonely Planet has released their picks for the top travel destinations of 2014 for everyone from families, thrill-seekers and beach loungers to ‘Beatlemaniacs,’ cat fanatics, and Shakespearean lovers. More here: Highlights of Lonely Planet's top travel picks for 2014

Bill seeks to print Philippines tourist spots on postage stamps

A budget will be allotted to the Philippine Postal Service for the proposed project More here: Bill seeks to print Philippines tourist spots on postage stamps

KidZania one of best franchises for travelers

MANILA, Philippines - KidZania, an "edutainment" (education entertainment) theme park which will soon open in Manila, has been named one of CNN Travel's Top 10 Best Franchises for Travelers. More here: KidZania one of best franchises for travelers

Cebu Pacific offers fares for as low as P199

MANILA, Philippines - Cebu Pacific is offering select domestic and international seats for as low as P199 for immediate travel. More here: Cebu Pacific offers fares for as low as P199

Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2014

Adelaide has been rated by Lonely Planet as one of the must-see cities in the world for 2014, and the Kimberley as one of the regions to visit. More here: Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2014

Lonely Planet's travel picks for 2014

Adelaide has made Lonely Planet's list of top 10 cities to visit in 2014, and The Kimberley has come in at number two for regions to see. More here: Lonely Planet's travel picks for 2014

Filipina killed in China Tiananmen square car crash

Beijing (AFP) — Five people, including a female tourist from the Philippines, were killed and 38 others, including three Filipinos, were injured after a vehicle ploughed into crowds in Beijing’s Tiananmen Square on Monday and caught fire, police said.The blaze sent clouds of smoke billowing into the air near a giant portrait of Mao Zedong that hangs at one end of the square, the site of pro ... More here: Filipina killed in China Tiananmen square car crash

5 Killed in a Car Crash at China's Tiananmen Square

At least five people, including a foreign tourist, were killed and 38 others injured today in a mysterious incident when a vehicle ploughed into pedestrians and caught fire at the iconic Tiananmen Square here, the site of the 1989 pro-democracy uprising crushed by the military. More here: 5 Killed in a Car Crash at China's Tiananmen Square

Filipina killed in China Tiananmen square car crash

Beijing (AFP) — Five people, including a female tourist from the Philippines, were killed and 38 others, including three Filipinos, were injured after a vehicle ploughed into crowds in Beijing’s Tiananmen Square on Monday and caught fire, police said. The blaze sent clouds of smoke billowing into the air near a giant portrait of Mao […] More here: Filipina killed in China Tiananmen square car crash

Report: Philippine tourist died in beijing crash

A female tourist from the Philippines was among the five people reported dead in the car crash at Tiananmen Square, according to Xinhua. The news agency said that three other Philippine tourists and a Japanese tourist were among those injured. More here: Report: Philippine tourist died in beijing crash

Philippines quake toll hits 107

Rescue workers are racing to reach isolated areas of a Philippine tourist island hit by a huge earthquake. More here: Philippines quake toll hits 107

7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines

A major 7.2 magnitude earthquake has struck near Cebu City, one of the Philippines' key tourist hubs. More here: 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines

Return of PAL to London timed with World Travel Market

[caption id="attachment_34363" align="alignright" width="300"] PAL’s Boeing 777-300ER Aircraft[/caption]The return of Philippine Airlines (PAL) to London on November 4 this year came in time for the World Travel Market (WTM), the travel sector’s biggest global event, which opens on the same day PAL’s maiden flight arrives in the British capital.Buyers and sellers from every sector of the travel ... More here: Return of PAL to London timed with World Travel Market

PAL’s London flights to boost RP tourism

The return of Philippine Airlines (PAL) to London starting Nov. 4 will be the centerpiece of the country’s participation at the World Travel Market (WTM), the biggest global event for the travel industry which opens on the same day PAL arrives at the British capital. More here: PAL’s London flights to boost RP tourism

Velasco named acting CJ

Manila, Philippines - Justice Presbitero J. Velasco Jr. is acting Chief Justice starting tomorrow, Monday, with the travel abroad of both Chief Justice Maria Lourdes P. A. Sereno and Senior Justice Antonio T. Carpio.Sereno will attend the 15th Conference of Chief Justices of Asia and the Pacific in Singapore from October 28 to 31.Carpio, on the other hand, will also be out of the country on a ... More here: Velasco named acting CJ

Tigerair: Travel inspires cultural diversity

By: Noel B. Pabalate Tigerair Philippines is currently doubling its effort to top the travel market. It has been launching promo fares more often, offering tour packages that give value-for-money, and providing travelers convenience in booking flights. Tigerair’s president and chief executive officer Olive Ramos is aggressively building a brand that would empower Filipinos not […] More here: Tigerair: Travel inspires cultural diversity

Amadeus rolls out new tool for travel agencies

Amadeus, a leading technology partner for the global travel industry, launched a new tool that will allow travel agencies to find and book the lowest fare possible based on flight availability.Dubbed “Amadeus Master Pricer Expert”, the new tool provides a powerful and accurate fare search that will provide travel agencies in the country using the Amadeus Selling Platform a new means to search ... More here: Amadeus rolls out new tool for travel agencies

Tourist spots on post stamps pushed in House

A measure requiring the depiction of the country's tourism sites in postage stamps has been filed at the House of Representatives.House Bill No 2417 or the Philippine Tourism Stamp Act of 2013, filed by Paranaque City 1st district Rep. Eric Olivarez, mandates the Philippine Postal Service to print stamps that depict Philippine tourist spots to boost the country's tourism.Olivarez said that ... More here: Tourist spots on post stamps pushed in House

Hotel dev’ts to accelerate property boom

Tourism remains to be the next big thing in the country’s real estate market, Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) Philippines said, pointing to the huge tourist accommodation requirements still waiting for takers from the private sector.“The hotel sector is undergoing rapid evolution, very rapid. There are about 15,000 hotel rooms today, we are going to double that in the next three years,” said David ... More here: Hotel dev’ts to accelerate property boom

Hotel amp; Tourism Newsletter â October 21 to 25, 2013

Cox amp; Kings Ltd, the leading holidays and education travel group with operations in 26 countries across continents presents the Perfect Island Getaway for couples More here: Hotel amp; Tourism Newsletter â October 21 to 25, 2013

40 PH exhibitors join London's World Travel Market

MANILA – More than 40 Philippine exhibitors, including the Department of Tourism (DOT), will join the 2013 World Travel Market (WTM), the biggest global event for the travel industry held in London. More here: 40 PH exhibitors join London's World Travel Market

Philippines Film Development Chairman Honored With French Knighthood

Briccio Santos was named a member of the French Légion d’Honneur for “his efforts in developing and promoting Philippine cultural identity through cinema.” read more More here: Philippines Film Development Chairman Honored With French Knighthood

PAL London flights showcase of PH pride at WTM

The return of Philippine Airlines (PAL) to London starting November 4 will be the centerpiece of the country’s participation at the World Travel Market (WTM), the biggest global event for the travel industry which opens on the same day PAL arrives at the British capital. The resumption of non-stop flights to the United Kingdom will [...] More here: PAL London flights showcase of PH pride at WTM

US-educated Filipinos eyeing jobs in the Philippines

While many Filipinos go abroad for greener pastures, a growing number of Filipino-American students abroad is now considering finding jobs in the Philippines.The reverse trend has been noted by Philippine Ambassador to United States Jose L. Cuisia, Jr.,who said college and post-graduate students in the US are now interested to explore their opportunities in the Philippines given the country's ... More here: US-educated Filipinos eyeing jobs in the Philippines

3 Pinoys undergo astronaut training for space flight

Manila, Philippines - Three Filipinos are set to travel to Orlando, Florida in December for a chance to go to outer space in 2014.In a press briefing Wednesday at a restaurant in Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Taguig City, Axe Philippines said the three Filipino representatives to the international Axe Apollo Global Space Camp in the US — Evan Rey Datuin, Ramil Santos and Daniel Angelo Roque ... More here: 3 Pinoys undergo astronaut training for space flight

Tourist spots on post stamps pushed in House

A measure requiring the depiction of the country’s tourism sites in postage stamps has been filed at the House of Representatives. House Bill No 2417 or the Philippine Tourism Stamp Act of 2013, filed by Paranaque City 1st district Rep. Eric Olivarez, mandates the Philippine Postal Service to print stamps that depict Philippine tourist spots […] More here: Tourist spots on post stamps pushed in House

Bill aims to have PH tourist spots printed on stamps

MANILA – In an effort to attract more visitors to the Philippines, a lawmaker is proposing a bill that would require the printing of postage stamps depicting some of the country’s top tourist attractions. More here: Bill aims to have PH tourist spots printed on stamps

Travel journal gives a voice to Cambodian rural issues

A Cambodian farmer was among eight women from rural areas across Asia who last week shared their views with global food policy-makers. More here: Travel journal gives a voice to Cambodian rural issues

PRESS RELEASES

A lawmaker wants to require the printing of postage stamps in different denominations, which depict tourism sites in the Philippines, in support of the drive to arouse international interest in the country's tourist areas. More here: PRESS RELEASES

Tourist destination

Sun.Star website empowers Philippine communities by providing news and information from the provinces to a national and global audience. It is your link to home in the Philippines. More here: Tourist destination

US-educated Filipinos eyeing jobs in the Philippines

While many Filipinos go abroad for greener pastures, a growing number of Filipino-American students abroad is now considering finding jobs in the Philippines. The reverse trend has been noted by Philippine Ambassador to United States Jose L. Cuisia, Jr.,who said college and post-graduate students in the US are now interested to explore their opportunities in […] More here: US-educated Filipinos eyeing jobs in the Philippines

Longer fun in the Philippines

IN AN EFFORT to stimulate foreign tourism, the Bureau of Immigration has recently amended its guidelines on visa-free entry into the Philippines. This past August, visa-free entry privileges of foreign nationals from 151 countries with bilateral agreements or diplomatic ties with the Philippines have been extended from 21 days to 30. More here: Longer fun in the Philippines

Longer fun in the Philippines

IN AN EFFORT to stimulate foreign tourism, the Bureau of Immigration has recently amended its guidelines on visa-free entry into the Philippines. This past August, visa-free entry privileges of foreign nationals from 151 countries with bilateral agreements or diplomatic ties with the Philippines have been extended from 21 days to 30. More here: Longer fun in the Philippines

Ascott Makati one of the best serviced residences in AsPAc

The Ascott Limited’s premier serviced residence Ascott Makati has recently received top accolades at the 2013 Business Traveller Asia-Pacific Awards and 2013 World Travel Awards. More here: Ascott Makati one of the best serviced residences in AsPAc

3 Pinoys undergo astronaut training for space flight

Manila, Philippines – Three Filipinos are set to travel to Orlando, Florida in December for a chance to go to outer space in 2014. In a press briefing Wednesday at a restaurant in Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Taguig City, Axe Philippines said the three Filipino representatives to the international Axe Apollo Global Space Camp in […] More here: 3 Pinoys undergo astronaut training for space flight

BCDA to preserve 'war tunnel' in BGC

MANILA, Philippines - A World War II tunnel in Bonifacio Global City is being developed into a historical museum and tourist site, Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) said on Wednesday. More here: BCDA to preserve 'war tunnel' in BGC

Philippine tourist arrivals target a hard task—industry officials

The Philippines will have a tough time getting 10 million tourists each year by 2016 amid bad roads and unexpected setbacks, industry officials said Tuesday. More here: Philippine tourist arrivals target a hard task—industry officials

Travel photos we wish we'd taken

See stunning shots from around the world, and be sure to come back every day for a new image. More here: Travel photos we wish we'd taken

PH identifies 8 cruise tourism gateways

MANILA – Expect to see more cruise ships to visit the Philippines as an official of the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) takes advantage of the growing interest in this type of travel in different parts of the country. More here: PH identifies 8 cruise tourism gateways

Quake death toll up to 190, damage now at P900 M

MANILA -- The death toll from last week's magnitude 7.2 quake in Central Visayas rose to 190 as of Monday night, the National... More here: Quake death toll up to 190, damage now at P900 M

The Ilocano Sakadas of Hawaii and Kulitchagangs of North Philippines

PRIOR to my travel to the island state of Hawaii, I posted in Facebook a concept design of our event in the Aloha country with a synopsis that goes. "Flashback - When the first sakadas emigrated from the Philippines to Hawaii in 1906 to work on sugar plantations, they brought with them vivid memories of the rich tradition and customary practices of their forebears. There were no pictures in ... More here: The Ilocano Sakadas of Hawaii and Kulitchagangs of North Philippines

Passport applications via LGUs mulled

MANILA, Philippines – Lawmakers on Monday, October 21, discussed a proposal to allow local government units (LGUs) to gather passport applications, as travel agencies do, to make passports more accessible to Filipinos. Albay 2nd District Representative Al Francis Bichara said that under this proposal, the Department of Foreign Affairs ... More here: Passport applications via LGUs mulled

COURTING CONGESTION | DOTC aims to start NAIA 1 rehab in December

You think the holiday travel rush makes for a congested NAIA 1? Well, wait till the government starts repairs at the Philippines' main international gateway in December. More here: COURTING CONGESTION | DOTC aims to start NAIA 1 rehab in December

Philippine website launches focused online travel engine

A Philippine website powered by young and creative professionals who share a love for travel has launched an engine that provides customers easy and stress-free booking and travel experience. More here: Philippine website launches focused online travel engine

Philippines calls off search for quake survivors

MANILA - Philippine rescuers on Saturday called off the search for survivors after a powerful earthquake on the tourist island of Bohol that killed at least 180 people. More here: Philippines calls off search for quake survivors

NDRRMC: Quake death toll climbs to 186

MANILA -- The death toll from last week's magnitude 7.2 quake in Central Visayas rose to 186 Monday morning, the National... More here: NDRRMC: Quake death toll climbs to 186

Travel agents from ASEAN coming for NorthPhil expo

Wholesale travel agents from some of the country’s fellow members of the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) are coming over to buy tour and travel packages from North Philippines (NorthPhil) and promote and sell them in their captive markets back home. ... More here: Travel agents from ASEAN coming for NorthPhil expo

Skyscanner reveals 61% of flyers want to use devices in-flight

Manila, Philippines, 17 Oct 2013: A survey by leading global travel search site Skyscanner has found that 61% of flyers want to use their mobile devices in-flight while 33% immediately turn on their phones as soon as they touch down. ... More here: Skyscanner reveals 61% of flyers want to use devices in-flight

32 startups in Asia that caught our eye

Here’s our newest round-up of the featured startups on our site this week. More here: 32 startups in Asia that caught our eye

32 startups in Asia that caught our eye

Here’s our newest round-up of the featured startups on our site this week. More here: 32 startups in Asia that caught our eye

NDRRMC call off search for quake survivors

Philippines rescuers on Saturday called off the search for survivors after a powerful earthquake on the tourist island of Bohol that killed at least 180 people. More here: NDRRMC call off search for quake survivors

Skyscanner reveals 61% of flyers want to use devices in-flight

Manila, Philippines, 17 Oct 2013: A survey by leading global travel search site Skyscanner has found that 61% of flyers want to use their mobile devices in-flight while 33% immediately turn on their phones as soon as they touch down. “These findings are based on a study conducted on behalf of the US Federal Aviation […] More here: Skyscanner reveals 61% of flyers want to use devices in-flight

Philippines calls off search for quake survivors

MANILA - Philippine rescuers on Saturday called off the search for survivors after a powerful earthquake on the tourist island of Bohol that killed at least 180 people. "The rescue operations have ended and instead we are now conducting recovery operations," said disaster chief Eduardo del Rosario. "We are still looking for 13 others. Our responders are now on site to recover their bodies," the ... More here: Philippines calls off search for quake survivors

Philippines calls off search for quake survivors

Philippine rescuers on Saturday called off the search for survivors after a powerful earthquake on the tourist island of Bohol that killed at least 180 people. More here: Philippines calls off search for quake survivors

7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines

A major 7.2 magnitude earthquake has struck near Cebu City, one of the Philippines' key tourist hubs. More here: 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines

Philippines airport terminal 'world's worst'

The Philippines' main Manila airport terminal has been named the world's worst for the second year in a row in a survey by an online travel website. More here: Philippines airport terminal 'world's worst'

Struggling to reach Philippines earthquake survivors

BOHOL, 18 October 2013 (IRIN) - Residents of Bohol in the central Philippines are still reeling after a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck the tourist island, Bohol, on 15 October. At least 171 people are confirmed dead and close to 400 were injured when the quake struck shortly after 8am local time, affecting more than 3.4 million people, some of whom aid workers are still struggling to reach. Of ... More here: Struggling to reach Philippines earthquake survivors

Philippines airport terminal ‘world’s worst’

MANILA: The Philippines’ main Manila airport terminal has been named the world’s worst for the second year in a row in a survey by an online travel website. Officials on Friday brushed off the survey results, insisting conditions were being improved. “The Guide to Sleeping in Airports” website said Manila’s crowded Terminal 1 was ranked by travellers based on comfort, convenience, cleanliness ... More here: Philippines airport terminal ‘world’s worst’

Philippines airport terminal named 'worst in the world'

The Philippines' main Manila airport terminal has been named the world's worst for the second year in a row in a survey by an online travel website. More here: Philippines airport terminal named 'worst in the world'

Philippines airport terminal 'world's worst'

The Philippines' main Manila airport terminal has been named the world's worst for the second year in a row in a survey by an online travel website. Officials on Friday brushed off the survey results, ... More here: Philippines airport terminal 'world's worst'

Philippines' international airport keeps dubious title as world’s worst terminal

MANILA, Philippines - Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Naia) 1 has retained its dubious distinction-it is the world's worst air terminal, according to a blogger. In rating Naia 1 the world's worst this year, travel blog "The Guide to Sleeping in Airports" (www.sleepinginairports.net) bestowed the 30-year-old airport the same notoriety it earned in 2011. The website, an online community for ... More here: Philippines' international airport keeps dubious title as world’s worst terminal

Grain News

Arlington, VA—A Philippine trade team will travel coast to coast Oct. 19 to 27 to see this year’s U.S. wheat crop and discuss trade policy issues that are having detrimental effects on the Philippine milling industry and U.S. wheat exports. More here: Grain News

Damage just ‘temporary setback’

THE damage to valuable tourism assets, including heritage sites, in Central Visayas in Tuesday’s 7.2 magnitude earthquake will only cause a “temporary setback” on the tourism industry in Cebu and Bohol, tourism stakeholders said yesterday. Tourism is a key industry in the two provinces. Cebu Province tourism consultant Patria Aurora Roa said in a phone interview yesterday that as long as road ... More here: Damage just ‘temporary setback’

EastWest Travel Money – The First Multi-Currency Prepaid Card in Southeast Asia

EastWest Bank, one of the fastest growing banks in the country, recently launched the EastWest Travel Money, the first multi-currency prepaid card in Southeast Asia which can carry up to six (6) different foreign currencies – US Dollar, Euro, British Pound, Australian Dollar, Hong Kong Dollar and Japanese Yen. Flashing EastWest Travel Money cards are, […] (Visited 1 times, 1 visits today) The ... More here: EastWest Travel Money – The First Multi-Currency Prepaid Card in Southeast Asia

BeMyGuest gets $402,000 to promote offbeat travel experiences

If you want to fly in a fighter jet in Germany, ride a hotair balloon in Myanmar, or swim with sharks in the Philippines, BeMyGuest has you covered. The website, which promotes niche travel experiences ... More here: BeMyGuest gets $402,000 to promote offbeat travel experiences

Search for Philippines quake survivors as death toll hits 142

LOON , Philippines: Rescue workers struggled Wednesday to reach isolated communities on a popular Philippine tourist island that was devastated by a huge earthquake, as aftershocks tormented survivors and the death toll surpassed 140. More here: Search for Philippines quake survivors as death toll hits 142

Site Last Updated 6:38 am, Thursday

LOON, Philippines: Rescue workers struggled yesterday to reach isolated communities on a popular Philippine tourist island that was devastated by a huge earthquake, as aftershocks tormented survivors and the death toll surpassed 140. More here: Site Last Updated 6:38 am, Thursday

No classes in Cebu, Bohol, Dumaguete this week

CEBU CITY (Updated) -- Classes in Cebu, Bohol and Dumaguete will remain suspended until Friday, October 18, following... More here: No classes in Cebu, Bohol, Dumaguete this week

Philippines earthquake: Historic churches damaged; 144 dead

The Philippine earthquake that killed at least 144 people also dealt a serious blow to the region's historical churches. More here: Philippines earthquake: Historic churches damaged; 144 dead

Death toll from Philippines quake at 144, more people missing

By Erik De Castro LOON, Philippines (Reuters) - The death toll from an earthquake in the Philippines rose to 144 on Wednesday as rescuers dug through the rubble of collapsed buildings including an old church and a hospital. Nearly 3 million people were affected by the 7.2 magnitude quake on Tuesday, which caused landslides and widespread damage to infrastructure in the tourist destinations of ... More here: Death toll from Philippines quake at 144, more people missing

Places to swim in the Philippines with the Clearest Water

With more than 7,000 islands to choose from, The Philippines is a perfect destination for water lovers. Whether you love to spend your holiday in a beach, an enchanting river or a mystical lake, our islands has everything you are looking for. To help you decide where to spend your endless summer, Pinoy Travel Bloggers shares […] (Visited 36 times, 36 visits today) The post Places to swim in the ... More here: Places to swim in the Philippines with the Clearest Water

Search for Philippine quake survivors as death toll hits 142

Loon (Philippines) (AFP) - Rescue workers struggled Wednesday to reach isolated communities on a popular Philippine tourist island that was devastated by a huge earthquake, as aftershocks tormented survivors and the death toll surpassed 140. More here: Search for Philippine quake survivors as death toll hits 142

Death toll from Philippines quake at 144, more people missing

By Erik De Castro LOON, Philippines (Reuters) - The death toll from an earthquake in the Philippines rose to 144 on Wednesday as rescuers dug through the rubble of collapsed buildings including an old church and a hospital. Nearly 3 million people were affected by the 7.2 magnitude quake on Tuesday, which caused landslides and widespread damage to infrastructure in the tourist destinations of ... More here: Death toll from Philippines quake at 144, more people missing

2Go Travel: Collision not our fault

Manila, Philippines -- Shipping firm 2Go Travel has filed a petition before the Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) seeking to be relieved from any responsibility over the sinking of its cargo passenger, M/V St. Thomas Aquinas last August 16.2Go Travel, whose ship collided with Sulpicio Express Siete, wants Philippine Span Asia Carrier, Inc. to be the one held liable for the maritime tragedy ... More here: 2Go Travel: Collision not our fault

Search for Philippine quake survivors as death toll hits 107

Loon (Philippines) (AFP) - Rescue workers raced Wednesday to reach isolated communities on a popular Philippine tourist island that was devastated by a huge earthquake, as aftershocks tormented survivors and the death toll climbed to 107. More here: Search for Philippine quake survivors as death toll hits 107

Search for Philippine quake survivors as death toll hits 107

Loon (Philippines) (AFP) - Rescue workers raced Wednesday to reach isolated communities on a popular Philippine tourist island that was devastated by a huge earthquake, as aftershocks tormented survivors and the death toll climbed to 107. More here: Search for Philippine quake survivors as death toll hits 107

Strong quake hits Philippines

CEBU : A powerful earthquake killed at least 85 people on Tuesday as it tore down modern buildings, destroyed historic churches and triggered terrified stampedes across popular tourist islands in the Philippines. More here: Strong quake hits Philippines

Philippines earthquake leaves scores dead

7.2-magnitude temblor strikes island chain, crumbling buildings and claiming at least 93 lives in a densely populated region More here: Philippines earthquake leaves scores dead

Quake kills 77 persons, damages major tourist attractions in Bohol Province

AT least 77 people were reported dead in Bohol as of 7 last night due to the 7.2-magnitude earthquake, which occurred at 8:12 a.m. yesterday with the town of Carmen as its epicenter. The quake also damaged six old churches, which are major tourist attractions in Bohol. Bohol Provincial Police Office (BPPO) public information officer Rolando Desiree Lavisto said the... More here: Quake kills 77 persons, damages major tourist attractions in Bohol Province

73 dead as quake hits Philippine tourist islands

Cebu (Philippines) (AFP) - A powerful earthquake killed at least 73 people on Tuesday as it tore down modern buildings, destroyed historic churches and triggered terrified stampedes across popular tourist islands in the Philippines. More here: 73 dead as quake hits Philippine tourist islands

Travel bug won’t leave Noy despite big tremor

An expected crisis situation in the Visayas region coupled with the rising death toll after a major earthquake devastated the islands of Bohol and Cebu was not enough reason for President Aquino to put off his scheduled visit to Seoul and miss the chance of being the first state leader to be welcomed by new South Korea President Park Geun-hye. Aquino, in a rare press briefing said postponing his ... More here: Travel bug won’t leave Noy despite big tremor

85 dead as quake hits Philippine tourist islands

A powerful earthquake killed at least 85 people on Tuesday as it tore down modern buildings, destroyed historic churches and triggered terrified stampedes across popular tourist islands in the Philippines. More here: 85 dead as quake hits Philippine tourist islands

73 dead as quake hits Philippine tourist islands

A powerful earthquake killed at least 73 people on Tuesday as it tore down modern buildings, destroyed historic churches and triggered terrified stampedes across popular tourist islands in the Philippines. More here: 73 dead as quake hits Philippine tourist islands

20 dead as quake hits Philippine tourist islands

Cebu (Philippines) (AFP) - At least 20 people were killed on Tuesday when a major earthquake tore down buildings and triggered landslides across three popular tourist islands in the central Philippines, authorities said. More here: 20 dead as quake hits Philippine tourist islands

British embassy extends sympathy to Visayas quake victims

BRITISH Ambassador designate to the Philippines Asif Ahmad expressed sympathies to the Philippine government after a 7.2-magnitude earthquake hits the Visayas region, particularly the tourist-heavy province of Bohol. The ambassador, in a statement, said there was no British national reportedly affected by the... More here: British embassy extends sympathy to Visayas quake victims

20 dead as quake hits Philippine tourist islands

At least 20 people were killed on Tuesday when a major 7.1 magnitude earthquake tore down buildings across three islands that are among the Philippines' most popular tourist attractions, authorities said. More here: 20 dead as quake hits Philippine tourist islands

20 Killed in Philippines Earthquake

A strong earthquake hit a popular tourist area in the central Philippines, killing at least 20 and destroying several historic buildings. More here: 20 Killed in Philippines Earthquake

Twenty People Killed In The 7.1 Philippines' Quake

CEBU (Philippines): At least 20 people were killed on Tuesday when a major 7.1 magnitude earthquake tore down buildings across three islands that are among the Philippines’ most popular tourist attractions, authorities said. Read more... More here: Twenty People Killed In The 7.1 Philippines' Quake

Philippines Earthquake Kills 6, Up to 7.1 Magnitude

Authorities have listed at least six people dead due to a 7.1 magnitude earthquake that hit the Philippines on Tuesday, at just after 8 am local time. The quake destroyed buildings and collapsed a fish market, killing four, and another … More here: Philippines Earthquake Kills 6, Up to 7.1 Magnitude

PHILIPPINES QUAKE

A 7.2-magnitude earthquake shook the central Philippines on Tuesday, killing at least six people and damaging historic buildings. The quake was centered 56 kilometers deep on Bohol Island, across the strait from Cebu, a popular tourist area. No tsunami warning was issued. Cebu resident Sian Maynard tells VOA she was awoken by the early morning temblor, which was the strongest she has experienced ... More here: PHILIPPINES QUAKE

Six Dead In Major Philippines Quake

CEBU : At least six people were killed when a 7.1 magnitude earthquake destroyed buildings in and around one of the Philippines’ major tourist hubs on Tuesday, authorities said. Read more... More here: Six Dead In Major Philippines Quake

Six killed in major earthquake in Philippines

At least six people were killed when a 7.1 magnitude earthquake destroyed buildings in and around one of the Philippines' major tourist hubs on Tuesday, authorities said. Four people were confirmed dead at a fish market that collapsed in Cebu, the second larget city in the Philippines, the local government said. Another person was killed in... More here: Six killed in major earthquake in Philippines

7.1 magnitude quake strikes Philippines, 6 killed

CEBU (Philippines): At least six people were killed when a 7.2 magnitude earthquake destroyed buildings in and around one of the Philippines’ major tourist hubs on Tuesday, authorities said. More here: 7.1 magnitude quake strikes Philippines, 6 killed

Six dead in major Philippines quake

CEBU: At least six people were killed when a 7.1 magnitude earthquake destroyed buildings in and around one of the Philippines’ major tourist hubs on Tuesday, authorities said. Four people were confirmed dead at a fish market that collapsed in Cebu, the second most important city in the Philippines and a gateway to some of the country’s most beautiful beaches, the local government said. Another ... More here: Six dead in major Philippines quake

7.1 magnitude quake strikes Philippines

CEBU: At least four people were killed when a 7.1 magnitude earthquake destroyed buildings in and around one of the Philippines’ major tourist hubs on Tuesday, authorities said. The four people were confirmed dead at a fish market that collapsed in Cebu in the central Philippines, the country’s second most important trading and economic city. The quake struck at 08:12 local time (0012 GMT) five ... More here: 7.1 magnitude quake strikes Philippines

Four killed as 7.1-magnitude quake strikes Philippines

At least four people were killed when a 7.1-magnitude earthquake destroyed buildings in and around one of the Philippines' major tourist hubs on Tuesday, authorities said. More here: Four killed as 7.1-magnitude quake strikes Philippines

Quake kills four in Philippines in tourist town

At least four people were killed when a 7.1 magnitude earthquake destroyed buildings in and around a major tourist hub in Philippines today, authorit... More here: Quake kills four in Philippines in tourist town

7.1 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

CEBU, October 15, 2013 (AFP) - At least four people were killed when a 7.1 magnitude earthquake destroyed buildings in and around one of the Philippines' major tourist hubs on Tuesday, authorities said. More here: 7.1 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

MANILA - A major 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck near one of the Philippines key tourist hubs on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey reported. The quake struck at 08:12 local time (0012 GMT) some five kilometres (three miles) east of Balilihan, in the Bohol region of the archipelago, at a depth of 56 kilometres, the agency said. The town lies across the Cebu Strait from the popular ... More here: 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines

A major 7.2 magnitude earthquake has struck near Cebu City, one of the Philippines' key tourist hubs. More here: 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines

Centuries-old Baclayon church damaged by 7.2-magnitude quake

The bell tower of Baclayon Church, one of the oldest churches in the Philippines and tourist attraction in Bohol, was heavily damaged on Tuesday after a 7.2 magnitude earthquake hit the province, reports said. More here: Centuries-old Baclayon church damaged by 7.2-magnitude quake

4 Killed in Philippines Earthquake

A 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck in the central Philippines Tuesday morning, killing at least four people and damaging buildings. The quake was centered 56 kilometers deep on Bohol Island, across the strait from Cebu, a popular tourist area. The regional governor said several buildings were damaged, including a church and the city hall. Earthquakes are common in the Philippines, which lies ... More here: 4 Killed in Philippines Earthquake

Four killed as 7.2-magnitude quake strikes Philippines

A major 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck near one of the Philippines key tourist hubs on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey reported. The local government said four people were killed. More here: Four killed as 7.2-magnitude quake strikes Philippines

Major 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

Manila (AFP) - A major 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck near one of the Philippines key tourist hubs on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey reported. More here: Major 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

MANILA, October 15, 2013 (AFP) - A major 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck near one of the Philippines key tourist hubs on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey reported. More here: 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines

A major 7.2 magnitude earthquake has struck near Cebu City, one of the Philippines' key tourist hubs. More here: 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines

Major 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

Manila (AFP) - A major 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck near one of the Philippines key tourist hubs on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey reported. More here: Major 7.2 magnitude quake strikes Philippines: USGS

Chinese, Taiwanese tourists return to Boracay

Not even bad weather can stop foreign tourists, including those from China and Taiwan, from pouring into the world-renowned Boracay Island in Aklan province, with their number expected to surpass last year’s figure by 300,000. More here: Chinese, Taiwanese tourists return to Boracay

Here’s another Funbassador video to watch! Make your own too!

Want to be your country’s Funbassador and travel to the Philippines for free? All you have to do is think of a fun video (or even just a photo of yourself with a witty caption) on why we should pick you. More here: Here’s another Funbassador video to watch! Make your own too!

Russian tourist found dead in Phuket hotel room

PHUKET: Police are investigating the cause of death of a Russian tourist whose body was discovered in his Karon hotel room on Saturday.The tourist, Yury Kiryukhin, 36, was to check out on Saturday and fly home.Staff at the Baan Karonburi Resort discovered Mr ... More here: Russian tourist found dead in Phuket hotel room

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Want to be your country’s Funbassador and travel to the Philippines for free? All you have to do is think of a fun video (or even just a photo of yourself with a witty caption) on why we should pick you. More here: Here’s another Funbassador video to watch! Make your own too!

Tourist from Russia found dead in Phuket

PHUKET, Thailand - A 37-year-old visitor from Russia was found dead on the bed in his hotel room in Karon yesterday. He had checked into the Baan Karonburi hotel, alone, on September 28. Police were called after his body was discovered by staff when he failed to check out as scheduled. Police believe he had been dead for at least four hours before his body was discovered, and that he died from a ... More here: Tourist from Russia found dead in Phuket

San Juan cops intensifying holiday safety

Manila, Philippines – The San Juan City Police Station plans to convert its Police Community Precinct at Greenhills Shopping Center as a Tourist Protection Center (TPC) to ensure the safety and security of tourists who visit the place. Senior Supt. Joselito Daniel, San Juan City police chief, disclosed that the Tourist Protection Center is similar […] More here: San Juan cops intensifying holiday safety

Gov’t bucks ex-officials’ travel pleas

State prosecutors have opposed separate travel requests made by former justice secretaries Agnes Devanadera and Hernando Perez, both of whom are facing graft charges in the Sandiganbayan. More here: Gov’t bucks ex-officials’ travel pleas

Philippines spots new typhoon after 19th howler

MANILA, Philippines (AP) -- Philippine officials say Typhoon Nari has blown out of the country, leaving 13 people dead, but they remain on alert after another howler was spotted in the ... More here: Philippines spots new typhoon after 19th howler

Spending less

The Department of Tourism (DoT) is now spending less on tourism promotions because it has already crossed the certain threshold in communications awareness as it targets five million tourist arrivals before the end of 2013. More here: Spending less

Keep calm–and throw a ball

Keep calm and smell the roses! That’s my current mantra as I navigate my crazy travel and social schedule, which has brought me from watching the sunrise in Maui to watching “Wicked” with Kiwis in just the past week. And to think that next weekend is the Red Charity Gala already, which co-chair Kaye Tinga and I have been planning for months! More here: Keep calm–and throw a ball

Northphil Tourism Expo to share wonders of Tourism and Water

Dubbed NorthPhil Tourism and Travel Expo 2013, the event will showcase the region’s water resources management and conservation efforts in supporting the United Nations International Year of Water and World Tourism Day theme Tourism and Water: Protecting our Common Future. The NorthPhil expo is a public-private partnership effort of the northern regional offices of the Department […] More here: Northphil Tourism Expo to share wonders of Tourism and Water

Make the Philippines your investment, retirement destination, Koreans asked

Korean retirees and investors were invited to either stay for the long-term in the Philippines or invest in the country. More here: Make the Philippines your investment, retirement destination, Koreans asked

Stress-free travel options

With the new Clark-Dubai route, Emirates offers travelers and OFWs living in the northern part of Luzon a stress- and heavy traffic-free option. Of the 2.7 million Filipinos working in the Middle East, about two-thirds live in Northern and Central Luzon. Calabarzon (Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal and Quezon) exports the largest number of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) with 18.1 percent of the ... More here: Stress-free travel options

Filipino workers not pawns in HK demand for apology – DFA spokesman

MANILA, Philippines – The status of thousands of Filipino domestic workers in Hong Kong should not be used as leverage in the Chinese territory’s demand for a categorical apology from the Philippine government for the killing of eight Chinese tourists in the hijacking of a tourist bus by a disgruntled policeman in Manila three years ago, the Department of Foreign Affairs said Saturday. The ... More here: Filipino workers not pawns in HK demand for apology – DFA spokesman

Technology, travel and 'tweet tourism'

MANILA, Philippines - Technology has drastically changed the way people travel. The ubiquity of smartphones and 24/7 connectivity, for instance, has allowed frequent fliers to use websites and mobile apps to book flights and accommodations, keep track of mileage points and other perks, share recommendations and reviews, and post photos ... More here: Technology, travel and 'tweet tourism'

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