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Worldbex Services International Officially Launches Its First Virtual Event WOCEE WIRED!
November 19, 2020

Worldbex Services International Officially Launches Its First Virtual Event WOCEE WIRED!

Worldbex Services International recently launched its first virtual expo via the World of Consumer Electronics Wired and the online event will run from November 18 to 22, 2020!
LIST: Donation Drives for Affected Communities of Typhoon Ulysses
November 16, 2020

LIST: Donation Drives for Affected Communities of Typhoon Ulysses

For those who want to extend aid, here's a list of donation drives organized by local government and non-profit organizations where you can send your in-kind and monetary donations for the affected communities by Typhoon Ulysses.
LIST: Installation Sites For Auto Sweep and Easy Trip RFID Tags
November 13, 2020

LIST: Installation Sites For Auto Sweep and Easy Trip RFID Tags

Radio Frequency Identification Tags, most commonly known as RFID tags are no stranger as the country has been using this system for years as an option for toll booth payments. As the country switches toll booths into cashless payments, here's a list of where you can have your RFID tags installed!
Nobu Manila Reopens Signature Restaurants at 50% Capacity for Diners
November 13, 2020

Nobu Manila Reopens Signature Restaurants at 50% Capacity for Diners

Along with its three hotels, City of Dreams Manila has reopened its signature restaurants at 50% capacity, following government guidelines. The latest to reopen on Nov. 6, is Nobu Manila, which opens only for dinner, from Wednesday to Sunday from 5 p.m., poised to attract both date nights and intimate dinners among family and friends.
Starbucks PH Brings Holiday 2020 Merchandise Collection
November 12, 2020

Starbucks PH Brings Holiday 2020 Merchandise Collection

The holiday season is indeed the happiest time of the year because Starbucks Philippines is spoiling us with a bunch of holiday-themed merchandise collection to get this Christmas!
LIST: Christmas Gift Ideas of 2020 Ranging from Php 1,000 to Php 3,000
May 18, 2022

LIST: Christmas Gift Ideas of 2020 Ranging from Php 1,000 to Php 3,000

If you happen to have a flexible budget for Christmas gift shopping, here's a list of holiday gift suggestions Philippine Primer prepared just in time before the Christmas rush gets you!
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.
Travel PH Web App Launched to Keep Tourists Updated on Open Destinations
May 18, 2022

Travel PH Web App Launched to Keep Tourists Updated on Open Destinations

As more travel destinations in the country reopen under general community quarantine, the Department of Tourism (DOT) recently launched the new Travel Philippines web application that will help tourists be updated on the status of destinations that recently reopened in the country.
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.
Starbucks Reveals 4 Philippine-Exclusive 2021 Planners and Organizers
May 19, 2022

Starbucks Reveals 4 Philippine-Exclusive 2021 Planners and Organizers

Since November is officially here, it also means it's that time of the year again where stickers come in handy to getting yourself a quality planner or organizer all the while sipping your favorite drink as Starbucks' Philippines just revealed its 2021 Planner and Organizer Collection. Check them below!
Bonifacio High Street Awarded as One of the Most Bike-Friendly Commercial Establishments in NCR
November 03, 2020

Bonifacio High Street Awarded as One of the Most Bike-Friendly Commercial Establishments in NCR

With outstanding efforts in maintaining a bike-friendly city in the metro, Bonifacio High Street was recently recognized as one of the “Most Bike-Friendly Commercial Establishments” in the first-ever Mobility Awards.
Netflix Philippines: What’s New This November 2020
June 14, 2022

Netflix Philippines: What’s New This November 2020

Netflix is here to bring our favorite movies from the past years, plus a few new Christmas-themed films for this year!
LIST: Christmas Gift Ideas of 2020 Below Php 1,000
November 11, 2020

LIST: Christmas Gift Ideas of 2020 Below Php 1,000

Philippine Primer listed down a number of Christmas gift ideas this year perfect for your family members, friends, and officemates for a budget of less than Php 1,000!
Guide to Same-Day Courier Services For Holiday Gift Deliveries
May 19, 2022

Guide to Same-Day Courier Services For Holiday Gift Deliveries

Philippine Primer listed down same-day courier services and provided information, from weight and size restrictions to GPS tracking and multiple shipping destinations, we've got you all covered!
DOTr Air Sector Simultaneously Soft Launches Contact Tracing App “Traze”
October 28, 2020

DOTr Air Sector Simultaneously Soft Launches Contact Tracing App “Traze”

The Aviation and Airports Sector of the Department of Transportation (DOTr) will soft launch a contact tracing app called TRAZE in four (4) airports nationwide this October 28, 2020.
Manila FAME Brings Philippine Design to The Digital Frontier with FAME+
October 27, 2020

Manila FAME Brings Philippine Design to The Digital Frontier with FAME+

Manila FAME, Asia’s premier design and lifestyle sourcing event, has recently migrated the trade show experience from a physical space to the digital frontier as the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) launched FAME+.
El Nido to Ease Travel Bubble Starting October 30
October 26, 2020

El Nido to Ease Travel Bubble Starting October 30

One of the country's top tourist destinations—El Nido, is easing its travel bubble restrictions to welcome in more tourists starting October 30 as announced by the Department of Tourism.
Japanese Embassy Issues Advisory on Changes in Visa Application
October 22, 2020

Japanese Embassy Issues Advisory on Changes in Visa Application

The Embassy of Japan in the Philippines processes Visa Application as described below for the time being to pay the maximum consideration to prevention of infection by applicants, as well as to carry out its urgent duties.
Grab PH Resumes 24/7 Taxi Services in Metro Manila and Other Areas
October 22, 2020

Grab PH Resumes 24/7 Taxi Services in Metro Manila and Other Areas

Ride-hailing platform Grab Philippines has resumed its 24-hour operation for car and taxi services in Metro Manila, Cebu, and other areas in the country last October 20 to help consumers who are working essential services during late hours.
Non-Essential Outbound Travel Ban Allowed Starting October 21
October 21, 2020

Non-Essential Outbound Travel Ban Allowed Starting October 21

Effective starting October 21, Filipinos may now continue with their travels abroad as the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF-EID) recently relaxed its ban on non-essential outbound travel.