Announcements

LalaFood To Cease Operations on Feb 16
February 09, 2021

LalaFood To Cease Operations on Feb 16

LalaFood will stop its operations in the Philippines on February 16, 2021.
Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort and Spa Shut Down ‘Temporarily’ Due to COVID-19
January 25, 2021

Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort and Spa Shut Down ‘Temporarily’ Due to COVID-19

Shangri-La's Boracay Resort and Spa says goodbye in the meantime.
LRT-2 is Now Operating Again
January 25, 2021

LRT-2 is Now Operating Again

LRT-2 station is back on track
Makati Shangri-La to shut down ‘temporarily’ next month
January 21, 2021

Makati Shangri-La to shut down ‘temporarily’ next month

Makati Shangri-La will cease its operations starting next month due to uncertain business conditions brought by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Skyway 3 is Now Open, Toll-free Extended Until Feb. 1
January 19, 2021

Skyway 3 is Now Open, Toll-free Extended Until Feb. 1

The Skyway Stage 3 is now open for motorists who can enjoy toll-free services until Feb. 1
MRT-3 Launches Contact Tracing App
January 22, 2021

MRT-3 Launches Contact Tracing App

The MRT-3 digitized its manual contact tracing process through its MRT-3 Trace web application on January 18, 2021.
2021 Annual Report for Foreign Nationals Commences
January 11, 2021

2021 Annual Report for Foreign Nationals Commences

The Bureau of Immigration is reminding all foreign nationals in the Philippines to file their annual report until March 1 to avoid fines, imprisonment, or deportation.
Canceled: Sinulog 2021 Activities
January 11, 2021

Canceled: Sinulog 2021 Activities

Organizers decided to cancel all physical activities of the Sinulog Festival 2021 due to pandemic.
Japan Embassy Starts Accepting Applicants for 2021 MEXT Scholarship
January 08, 2021

Japan Embassy Starts Accepting Applicants for 2021 MEXT Scholarship

The Japanese Embassy's Japan Information and Culture Center is now accepting interested applicants for the 2021 MEXT Scholarship Program.
DOT Offers Php 750 RT-PCR For Tourists at PCMC
January 08, 2021

DOT Offers Php 750 RT-PCR For Tourists at PCMC

DOT offers tourists half-price COVID-testing for Php 750 (RT-PCR) at PCMC.
Skyway Stage 3 Scheduled For Soft Opening With Free Toll For One Month!
December 29, 2020

Skyway Stage 3 Scheduled For Soft Opening With Free Toll For One Month!

The much-awaited Skyway 3 project by the San Miguel Corporation (SMC), the country's longest elevated expressway, is soft-opening this vital link between southern and northern Luzon today, December 29, and they are making it free to motorists for one month!
Foreigners Are Now Allowed Re-Entry in the Philippines by IATF
December 21, 2020

Foreigners Are Now Allowed Re-Entry in the Philippines by IATF

Since last month, the Immigration bureau allowed foreign traders and investors to enter the country amid the Covid-19 pandemic. Now, foreigners who were in the Philippines but temporarily left since December 17 will now be allowed re-entry by the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF-EID).
Megaworld Lifestyle Malls Announces 2020 Simbang Gabi Schedule
December 10, 2020

Megaworld Lifestyle Malls Announces 2020 Simbang Gabi Schedule

In observance of the upcoming Holiday season, Megaworld Lifestyle Malls announces its Simbang Gabi, Christmas, and New Year's Holy Mass schedule.
Japan Airlines to Offer Complimentary COVID-19 Medical Coverage for International Passengers
December 11, 2020

Japan Airlines to Offer Complimentary COVID-19 Medical Coverage for International Passengers

Japan Airlines (JAL) recently announced that the carrier will provide a new service called JAL COVID-19 Cover, as part of its JAL FlySafe program to provide reassurance and support to passengers with essential travel needs during the global pandemic.
What to Expect at ManilART2020’s Vision for a Future Reimagined
December 07, 2020

What to Expect at ManilART2020’s Vision for a Future Reimagined

The onsite component will take place from December 9 to 13 at SMX Convention Center, SM Aura Premier, Taguig City. View the works of hundreds of the country’s top artists showcasing art done in the time of quarantine, which for many involve overcoming great obstacles and forging a collection both memorable and unparalleled.
cuddle in Mitsukoshi BGC Introduces New Yummy Takeout Items
December 07, 2023

cuddle in Mitsukoshi BGC Introduces New Yummy Takeout Items

cuddle in Mitsukoshi Mall - BGC has added new items to their menu.
LIST: PH Tourist Destinations That Recently Reopened for Travelers Amid the Pandemic
December 02, 2020

LIST: PH Tourist Destinations That Recently Reopened for Travelers Amid the Pandemic

While these destinations are gradually reopening their travel restrictions for locals, travelers must remember to still follow safety health protocols implemented to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip even during the pandemic.
The Japan Foundation Introduces Japanese-Language Coursebook “Irodori: Japanese for Life in Japan”!
November 27, 2020

The Japan Foundation Introduces Japanese-Language Coursebook “Irodori: Japanese for Life in Japan”!

Whether you want to be prepared before you visit Japan in the future or improve your Japanese language ability while already living in Japan, this textbook will help you achieve your goals!
City of Dreams Manila Reopens Three Hotels for Staycations
November 06, 2020

City of Dreams Manila Reopens Three Hotels for Staycations

City of Dreams Manila reopens its Forbes Travel Guide-recognized hotels: Nuwa, Nobu Hotel, and Hyatt Regency Manila after being granted a certificate to operate for staycations by the Department of Tourism.
LIST: Where to Donate for Typhoon Rolly Relief Operations
May 18, 2022

LIST: Where to Donate for Typhoon Rolly Relief Operations

Here's a running list of local organizations and charities that are accepting monetary and material donations for Typhoon Rolly relief operations.