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Trip to Japan Now Requires ¥1,000 Departure Tax
January 04, 2019

Trip to Japan Now Requires ¥1,000 Departure Tax

Starting on January 7, 2019 (Monday), the Japanese government declared that travelers or visitors of any nationality must pay an additional mandatory departure tax amounting to ¥1,000 ($12.50 or Php 488.74), which is applicable to any form of transportation leaving Japan.
PH Landline Numbers to Change to 8-Digit Format in October
June 23, 2022

PH Landline Numbers to Change to 8-Digit Format in October

Starting March 18 this year, all telephone numbers with area code (02) like those in Metro Manila and parts of Cavite, Laguna, and Bulacan will be changed from seven-digit combination to eight-digit format.
Trends to Expect in the Philippines This 2019
June 30, 2022

Trends to Expect in the Philippines This 2019

It is only the first week of January, and we are already looking forward on what to expect for the year. Based on the developments of trends in the last days of 2018, let us move on to the expected trends of 2019!
Cosplay Matsuri 2018: Celebrating Japanese Pop Culture, Festival Style!
January 02, 2019

Cosplay Matsuri 2018: Celebrating Japanese Pop Culture, Festival Style!

Now on its third year, Cosplay Matsuri 2018 has upped their game and continued to be one of the best year-end anime and cosplay events in the country–and fans of the subculture flocked together to enjoy festivities, watch performances, and get their hands on some merchandise last December 28 to 30, 2018 at the SMX Convention Center Manila!
Netflix Philippines: What’s New This January 2019
December 28, 2018

Netflix Philippines: What’s New This January 2019

With last month’s fantastic line-up, this month’s films and shows will undoubtedly be an amazing start of the year. Here are some binge-worthy titles that are coming your way this January only on Netflix Philippines!
Souvenir Shops in Siargao Island You Might Want to Visit
June 30, 2022

Souvenir Shops in Siargao Island You Might Want to Visit

The beauty of Siargao can ultimately make you desirous to take a piece of the island away with you, when the time comes to leave the paradise behind. The good news is that a lot of souvenir shops pepper the island along General Luna’s Tourism Road like Bam and Pat Souvenir Shop in Purok 3.
2018 Lookback: The Top 10 Newsmakers in the Philippines
June 28, 2022

2018 Lookback: The Top 10 Newsmakers in the Philippines

What other newsbreakers have you encountered this year? We'd love to hear in the comments below!
Manila Post Office Building Declared an Important Cultural Property
December 28, 2018

Manila Post Office Building Declared an Important Cultural Property

The Manila Central Post Office Building in Liwasang Bonifacio, Manila was recently declared an Important Cultural Property by the National Museum, joining the list of significant cultural heritage in the country.
LIST: 2019 New Year’s Eve Party Countdowns in the Metro
December 27, 2018

LIST: 2019 New Year’s Eve Party Countdowns in the Metro

We're down to the last few days of the year, and as we close the 365th chapter of 2018, we are listing down the New Year's Eve Party Countdowns in the Metro that you shouldn't miss. Whether you're after a staycation kind of celebration or partying and going out to the mall, we've got it all listed here!
BCCP Celebrates Successful 2018 With Year-End Conference
December 26, 2018

BCCP Celebrates Successful 2018 With Year-End Conference

The British Chamber of Commerce Philippines (BCCP) caps off another successful year with a year-end press conference and media appreciation luncheon at Dusit Thani Manila last December 11, Tuesday. BCCP Executive Chairman Chris Nelson highlights the organization’s achievements this 2018. One of these is their Overseas Partner Delivery (OPD) where they assisted over 2,000 British companies through contact referrals, research, and introduction to the Philippine market, and their trade mission.
Celebrate New Year with Style at New World Makati Hotel
December 20, 2018

Celebrate New Year with Style at New World Makati Hotel

Celebrate a lustrous year end countdown with the New World Makati Hotel exclusive packages!
Red Carpet Cinema Opens at Shangri-La Plaza
May 06, 2019

Red Carpet Cinema Opens at Shangri-La Plaza

You'll never get left out of red carpet events at the Red Carpet, a world-class cinema located at Shangri-La Plaza. Visit Red Carpet soon for the quality theater system or book them as your next event destination!
Time to Cop These New Starbucks 2018 Christmas Collections
June 30, 2022

Time to Cop These New Starbucks 2018 Christmas Collections

This Christmas season, Starbucks will release yet again a wide variety of collectibles from tumblers, to mugs, custom lunch box, tote bags, acrylic tumblers, watter bottles, mugs, and more--all designed to make you enjoy your favorite beverages while feeling the Christmas spirit to your bones.
JAPAN TRAVEL: All About The Hokuriku Arch Pass
December 27, 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: All About The Hokuriku Arch Pass

Try out the New Golden Route which lets you gain access to the Hokuriku Shinkansen that gets you easier to Toyama, Ishikawa, and Fukui Prefectures.
10 Places to Get that Matcha Fix Around the Metro
May 17, 2019

10 Places to Get that Matcha Fix Around the Metro

If you’re looking for a good place to satisfy that matcha craving, then check this list of 10 establishments offering matcha-infused food around the Metro!
Christmas 2018 Bank Schedules and Advisories in the Philippines
December 20, 2018

Christmas 2018 Bank Schedules and Advisories in the Philippines

Avoid the rush and think ahead! Be aware of the bank schedules in the Philippines. Some banks have extended their hours and services while some will be closed!
Get Cashbacks Everytime You Purchase With PayMaya This Holiday Season
December 21, 2018

Get Cashbacks Everytime You Purchase With PayMaya This Holiday Season

Leave your debit and credit cards at home--the PayMaya app is all you'll ever need for your holiday shopping! As you #ShopPaMore this season, you can get rewarded with up to 100% cashback on every PayMaya QR transaction at all partner merchants nationwide!
LIST: Binge Worthy Movies for the 2018 Holiday Season!
December 20, 2018

LIST: Binge Worthy Movies for the 2018 Holiday Season!

In the mood to binge-watch movies this holiday season but don't know which ones to watch? We've got you covered! Here are some of the movies that will make you feel merry this Christmas!
Christmas Gift Ideas For Women this 2018
July 07, 2022

Christmas Gift Ideas For Women this 2018

Make the women of your life feel special as we give you gift ideas this Christmas season!
Christmas Gift Ideas for Men This 2018
July 07, 2022

Christmas Gift Ideas for Men This 2018

Gift-giving on Christmas really makes us a bit anxious. We always feel pressured into what we think could be the right and perfect gift we could give to every member of the family, to special friends, or to random ones. It includes hunting down that elusive gifts for men, who, for some, who are hard to shop for--overthinking if he might not like or need it in the first place. Before this pressure turns into too much stress, here are some awesome ideas--from practical to unique things--each type of guy would love to receive!