News & Current Events

Duty Free and BI Launch New Online Shopping Validation System
January 03, 2020

Duty Free and BI Launch New Online Shopping Validation System

The Duty Free Philippines Corporation (DFPC) in collaboration with the Bureau of Immigration (BI) will launch a new validation system in January 2020 that will verify legitimate Duty Free shoppers.
Philippine Airlines and Smart Launch the PAL Smart Travel SIM for Travelers
June 06, 2022

Philippine Airlines and Smart Launch the PAL Smart Travel SIM for Travelers

Philippine Airlines and Smart Communications, Inc., launches the Smart PAL Travel SIM that will allow travelers to have the perks of a local SIM without hefty fines.
DOT Welcomes Japanese Couple as PH’s 8-Millionth Tourist in 2019
January 03, 2020

DOT Welcomes Japanese Couple as PH’s 8-Millionth Tourist in 2019

To cap a great year for Philippine tourism, the Department of Tourism (DOT) welcomed the Philippines' eight millionth visitor for 2019 last December 27.
Siargao Among Condé Nast Traveller’s Top Holiday Destinations for 2020
January 03, 2020

Siargao Among Condé Nast Traveller’s Top Holiday Destinations for 2020

The Philippines received yet another international recognition from luxury travel magazine Condé Nast Traveller as Siargao was declared one of their top holiday destinations for 2020, landing at the 8th spot on the list.
Construction of Metro Manila Subway Project Formally Begins With Site Clearing Works
January 04, 2020

Construction of Metro Manila Subway Project Formally Begins With Site Clearing Works

Construction of the country's first subway, the Metro Manila Subway Project formally begins with site clearing operations.
Learn PH History in Transit with Waze and DOT’s ‘100 Days in the Philippines’ Project
January 04, 2020

Learn PH History in Transit with Waze and DOT’s ‘100 Days in the Philippines’ Project

Popular navigation app Waze partners with the Department of Tourism for "100 Days in the Philippines," a project that aims to highlight the colorful history and culture of the country.
Schengen Visa Rules Set To Change by February 2020
June 06, 2022

Schengen Visa Rules Set To Change by February 2020

Traveling to Europe soon? You may need to double-check your requirements as Schengen Visa rules are set to change effective February 2020.
Pantone Introduces Classic Blue as 2020 Color of the Year
December 31, 2019

Pantone Introduces Classic Blue as 2020 Color of the Year

If you happen to love color blue, 2020 is definitely your year!
Manny Pacquiao Ranks 8th in Forbes’ Highest-Paid Athletes Of The Decade
January 02, 2020

Manny Pacquiao Ranks 8th in Forbes’ Highest-Paid Athletes Of The Decade

Manny Pacquiao makes it to Forbes' list of highest-paid athletes of the decade!
DOT, City Government in Talks to Develop Quezon Memorial Circle
June 06, 2022

DOT, City Government in Talks to Develop Quezon Memorial Circle

The Department of Tourism (DOT) together with the local government of Quezon City is in the works to sustainably develop and enhance the Quezon Memorial Circle (QMC).
Google PH Releases Lists of 2019 Top Trending Searches
June 06, 2022

Google PH Releases Lists of 2019 Top Trending Searches

If you are curious about what most Filipinos searched online this 2019, Google PH, fortunately, rounded up a few lists of top trending searches for 2019 to take us back on what people have been busy searching about online!
Buklog Ritual of Zamboanga’s Subanen Tribe Inscribed in UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List
December 28, 2019

Buklog Ritual of Zamboanga’s Subanen Tribe Inscribed in UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List

Subanen's Buklog is the first Philippine element to be inscribed on the list.
Siargao Recognized as One of the Best Backpacking Destinations for 2020
June 06, 2022

Siargao Recognized as One of the Best Backpacking Destinations for 2020

For its breathtaking scenery, exciting nightlife and surf spots, Siargao was recognized by Hostelworld as One of the Best Backpacking Destinations for 2020.
LRT-1 to Carry Out 3-Month Temporary Passenger Traffic Scheme in 2020
January 02, 2020

LRT-1 to Carry Out 3-Month Temporary Passenger Traffic Scheme in 2020

LRT-1 is set to implement a temporary passenger traffic scheme in select stations effective from January 4, 2020 to March 4, 2020.
LRT-2 to Give Free Rides on December 30 to Commemorate Rizal Day
December 29, 2019

LRT-2 to Give Free Rides on December 30 to Commemorate Rizal Day

In commemoration of Rizal Day, the LRT-2 will be giving free rides to commuters on designated time slots.
Cebu Pacific Joins International Air Transport Association as Newest Member
December 23, 2019

Cebu Pacific Joins International Air Transport Association as Newest Member

Leading Philippine low-cost airline Cebu Pacific officially joins the International Air Transportation Association (IATA), the trade association for the global airline industry.
Check out the Progress of the Much-Awaited MRT-LRT Common Station
December 26, 2019

Check out the Progress of the Much-Awaited MRT-LRT Common Station

The MRT-LRT Common Station will link LRT-1, MRT-3, MRT-7, and the Metro Manila Subway. Area B of the project is 96% complete.
Partas’ Super Deluxe Bus to Vigan Offers Airplane-style Entertainment
December 23, 2019

Partas’ Super Deluxe Bus to Vigan Offers Airplane-style Entertainment

Partas' Super Deluxe Bus offers airplane-style entertainment to journeys from Manila to Vigan City!
Quezon City to Ban Single-Use Plastics in 2020
December 26, 2019

Quezon City to Ban Single-Use Plastics in 2020

Starting from February 2020, Quezon City will ban the distribution and usage of single-use plastics in the city as part of the Ordinance SP-2876 signed by Mayor Joy Belmonte last October 15.
MMDA Suspends Number Coding Scheme for the 2019 Holiday Season
December 23, 2019

MMDA Suspends Number Coding Scheme for the 2019 Holiday Season

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority has announced the dates where number coding will be suspended to give way for the 2019 holiday season.