Kerry in Philippines to propel troop deal as China row simmers

Secretary of State John Kerry arrived in the Philippines Tuesday for a two-day trip that could fast-track a deal on expanding the US military presence as a territorial dispute simmers with China. Kerry flew to Manila as the two allies are in the final stages of hammering out a deal allowing more US troops, aircraft and ships to temporarily pass through the Philippines, where the last US bases ... More here: Kerry in Philippines to propel troop deal as China row simmers

Dole recipients to be trained as tour guides

MANILA, Philippines—Beneficiaries in the Bicol region of the conditional cash transfer (CCT), or Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps), will be hired as tour guides and caretakers of tourist spots under a project to be jointly funded by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), Department of Tourism (DOT) and Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) next year ... More here: Dole recipients to be trained as tour guides

Tourism in the Philippines continues

According to the Department of Tourism (DOT), the Philippines continues to be a safe and fun destination for tourists. Tourism activities continue in the country’s various regions, each with its distinct features and attractions. The Philippines is home to a great number of tourist destinations, adventures, and offerings that include natural wonders, historical landmarks, spectacular beaches ... More here: Tourism in the Philippines continues

Poll Result: The 2013 Philippines Top 15 Travel Blogs

Few months ago, I asked fellow Pinoy Travel Bloggers to participate in 2013 Philippines Top Travel Bloggers Poll. I thought only a few will participate, thus the result is overwhelming. Forty Four (44) Travel Bloggers initially participated in the poll and their nominations tallied to 110 travel blogs and gathered a total of 588 votes. Each travel blogger’s vote […] (Visited 1 times, 1 visits ... More here: Poll Result: The 2013 Philippines Top 15 Travel Blogs

Tourism in the Philippines continues

According to the Department of Tourism (DOT), the Philippines continues to be a safe and fun destination for tourists. Tourism activities continue in the country’s various regions, each with its distinct features and attractions. The Philippines is home to a great number of tourist destinations, adventures, and offerings that include natural wonders, historical landmarks, spectacular […] More here: Tourism in the Philippines continues

Beneficiaries of gov’t cash assistance to be hired as tourism workers

MANILA, Philippines – Beneficiaries of the government’s conditional cash transfer program in the Bicol region are to be hired as tourist guides and facility caretakers under a project funded by the Department of Social Welfare and Development, the Department of Tourism and the Department of Interior and Local Government next year. The project, called "Trabahong Turismo," aims to provide a ... More here: Beneficiaries of gov’t cash assistance to be hired as tourism workers

Missing Chinese tourist suffering from Alzheimers found in Phuket Town

PHUKET: A 59-year-old Chinese tourist who was reported missing two days ago and suffers from ... More here: Missing Chinese tourist suffering from Alzheimers found in Phuket Town