El Nido is to undergo an “environmental rehabilitation” but, unlike Boracay Island, it won’t be closed to visitors during the process. The decision was confirmed by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Roy Cimatu today (Thursday, August 1). The secretaries of the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG), and the Department… Full Story »
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The Netherlands: Most popular Schengen country for visa applicants in The Philippines
The Netherlands was positioned on the top list of Schengen countries whose embassies collected most visa applications during 2018, according to SchengenVisaInfo.com. Schengen is a border-free area comprised of 26 European countries where residents of member countries can move freely with no visa required. On the other hand, this means that citizens of non-member countries… Full Story »
The Solomon Islands: An alternative escape from the Philippines
When it comes to convenient escapes from the Philippines, the chances are that the Solomon Islands wouldn’t be the most obvious choice. However with direct flights between Manila and Port Moresby in Papua New Guinea, the islands are just one of a host of pacific island nations that are easy to reach. The Solomon Islands… Full Story »
How to get to Palawan: Is a flight or a ferry the best way to travel?
Being consistently voted among the best islands in the world could give the impression that Palawan is a small island — in fact, it’s huge. For this reason, your chosen method of reaching the island is very much down to where exactly you wish to visit. Manila to Puerto Princesa by flight The most popular… Full Story »
Souvenir of the Philippines: Five ideas for gifts worth taking home with you
The Swiss have cuckoo clocks, the Scots have shortbread… but what could be considered a classic souvenir to take home from the Philippines? Of course, there is some wonderful hand-made artisanal craftsmanship out there, everything from embroidery to wood carvings. But these take time and taste to select, and could be considered as investments more… Full Story »
