Friday, February 20, 2015

Tourist spending up 30% in 2014

Saudi Arabia ranked among the top countries worldwide in tourism spending in 2014, according to data released by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). More here: Tourist spending up 30% in 2014

French leader, stars here next week

French President Francois Hollande will travel to the isolated town of Guiuan in Eastern Samar where super-typhoon “Yolanda” (international name “Haiyan”) made its first landfall in November, 2013. The trip to Guian is scheduled on the second day of his visit to the Philippines. French Ambassador to Manila Giles Garachon said Guiuan is a very significant place to express the concern of France ... More here: French leader, stars here next week

The Philippines: A Retirement Haven According to Forbes Magazine

Forbes, a leading business magazine in the US, recently named the Philippines as one of the World’s 20 retirement havens of 2015. The article mentions numerous reasons as to why the country is perfect for those who wish to live a quiet and peaceful life after working very hard. Coron Palawan Some of these reasons […] No visits yet The post The Philippines: A Retirement Haven According to Forbes ... More here: The Philippines: A Retirement Haven According to Forbes Magazine

Tourist spending up 30% in 2014

Saudi Arabia ranked among the top countries worldwide in tourism spending in 2014, according to data released by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). More here: Tourist spending up 30% in 2014

Thursday, February 19, 2015

HK welcomes PH participation in annual Chinese New Year Parade

The participation by the Philippines is very timely as this further highlights the restoration of friendly relations with Hong Kong and will send a strong signal that the Philippines is an ideal tourist destination for Hong Kong nationals. More here: HK welcomes PH participation in annual Chinese New Year Parade

Filipino Travel Photographers capture Juan of a Kind stories

For some people, one of the best things about traveling is they get to meet new people. They go out of an airport, and chat with the tricycle driver. They enter a restaurant, and engage the owner or chef in conversation. A temple becomes a place not just for worship, but also for cultural exchange […] No visits yet The post Filipino Travel Photographers capture Juan of a Kind stories appeared ... More here: Filipino Travel Photographers capture Juan of a Kind stories

Travel Gadget: Google’s Android One Smartphones

Google’s Android One Smartphone Review Google has sharpened its competitive edge by making its operating system available over a wide spectrum of smartphones ranging from the high-end to the low-cost. It is the same with its Android One, which is currently available in smartphones (US Market) ranging in price from $650 for a Nexus 9 […] No visits yet The post Travel Gadget: Google’s Android One ... More here: Travel Gadget: Google’s Android One Smartphones