Tuesday, January 14, 2014

Ongpin seeks new permit to travel

Businessman Roberto Ongpin, who is facing graft charges at the Sandiganbayan, has sought the court’s permission to travel to at least 15 countries from Jan. 31 to April 30. More here: Ongpin seeks new permit to travel

Tourists from 151 countries with 30-day no-visa privilege in the Philippines

Starting August 1, 2013, tourists from 151 countries can enjoy 30-day no-visa privilege in the Philippines provided that they have a valid passport (6 months beyond the period of stay in the Philippines) and the tourist has a copy of their return ticket back to their country of origin or to the next country of […] (Visited 1 times, 1 visits today) The post Tourists from 151 countries with 30-day ... More here: Tourists from 151 countries with 30-day no-visa privilege in the Philippines

US issues alert vs travel to RP

The United States once again warned its citizens about continuing threats in certain areas in the Philippines, particularly in Sulu and other parts of Mindanao. More here: US issues alert vs travel to RP

POC plans to promote tourism, business during OCA Assembly

While the Philippines is not among the major players that will take center stage in hosting key events in the region in the coming years, the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) General Assembly this weekend will be a golden opportunity to showcase the country’s glowing image as a tourist and investments destination. Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) president Jose “Peping” Cojuangco Jr. said during ... More here: POC plans to promote tourism, business during OCA Assembly

Chinese tourists still drawn to Philippines

Despite disagreements over territories, China and the Philippines continue to have a mutually beneficial tourism engagements. Chinese travelers still consider the Philippines as their best tropical destination in the world, a survey conducted by a Chinese newspaper showed. Shanghai Morning Post awarded the Philippines as the “Best Tropical Island Destination” in its tourism awards on January 7 ... More here: Chinese tourists still drawn to Philippines

Chinese tourists still drawn to Philippines

Despite disagreements over territories, China and the Philippines continue to have a mutually beneficial tourism engagements. Chinese travelers still consider the Philippines as their best tropical destination in the world, a survey conducted by a Chinese newspaper showed. Shanghai Morning Post awarded the Philippines as the “Best Tropical Island Destination” in its tourism awards on January 7 ... More here: Chinese tourists still drawn to Philippines

POC plans to promote tourism, business during OCA Assembly

While the Philippines is not among the major players that will take center stage in hosting key events in the region in the coming years, the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) General Assembly this weekend will be a golden opportunity to showcase the country’s glowing image as a tourist and investments destination. Philippine Olympic Committee […] More here: POC plans to promote tourism, business during OCA Assembly

PHL listed as top destination for 2014 by two travel guides

Months after Typhoon Yolanda seemingly scared off tourists from even areas unaffected by the storm, two travel sites are helping the local tourism industry get back on its feet by featuring the country as one of the must-see destinations in 2014. More here: PHL listed as top destination for 2014 by two travel guides

PHL listed as top destination for 2014 by two travel guides

Months after Typhoon Yolanda seemingly scared off tourists from even areas unaffected by the storm, two travel sites are helping the local tourism industry get back on its feet by featuring the country as one of the must-see destinations in 2014. More here: PHL listed as top destination for 2014 by two travel guides

Rappler Newscast | January 14, 2014

Today on Rappler. The death toll from the floods and landslides in Mindanao rises to 23. The former aide of Imelda Marcos is sentenced to jail over the sale of a Monet painting. The Philippines raises crisis alert level one and warns against travel to Thailand. More here: Rappler Newscast | January 14, 2014

PH warns vs traveling to Thailand

MANILA, Philippines – Raising crisis alert level one, Philippines warned its nationals on Tuesday, January 14, not to travel to Thailand due to political unrest in the Southeast Asian country. In a statement, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) also advised Filipinos already in Thailand “to exercise vigilance and ... More here: PH warns vs traveling to Thailand

PHL listed as top destination for 2014 by two tourist guides

Months after Typhoon Yolanda seemingly scared off tourists from even areas unaffected by the storm, two travel guide sites are helping the local tourism industry get back on its feet by featuring the country as one of the must-see destinations in 2014. More here: PHL listed as top destination for 2014 by two tourist guides

PHL listed as top destination for 2014 by two tourist guides

Months after Typhoon Yolanda seemingly scared off tourists from even areas unaffected by the storm, two travel guide sites are helping the local tourism industry get back on its feet by featuring the country as one of the must-see destinations in 2014. More here: PHL listed as top destination for 2014 by two tourist guides

Chinese daily names PH 'best tropical island destination'

China and the Philippines may be embroiled in a sea dispute, but that doesn’t seem to stop the Chinese from appreciating its neighboring archipelago. More here: Chinese daily names PH 'best tropical island destination'