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March 24, 2020

5 Must-Visit Beaches in El Nido, Palawan

These beaches are readily equipped with bars and restaurants too, so you are sure to be filled not only by the beachscape but also by the wide array of food and beverages awaiting along the shoreline.

May 26, 2022

TBA Studios Now Lets You Stream 7 of Its Movies for Free on YouTube

TBA Studios, an independent film company in the Philippines, just made seven of their films accessible on their YouTube channel. Yes, you can stream all of these for free!

March 17, 2020

Where to Donate Protective Equipment and Other Aid for Frontline Health Workers

Aside from honoring our selfless frontline medical workers, you can also help them deal with the depleting supply of masks, personal protective equipment (PPEs) and other necessities in the hospitals by donating to the following organizations.

March 22, 2020

The Moment Group’s Favorite Dishes Are Now Serving Catering Service

Time to level up your occasions with your favorites from The Moment Group!

March 16, 2020

Curfew and Temporary Mall Closures Imposed Due to COVID-19 Threat

Temporary mall closures and curfew have been imposed due to the COVID-19 threat.

March 13, 2020

15-Hour Driving Course Now Required for Student-Driver Permit Applicants

LTO issues a Memorandum Circular that details new policies for student-driver permits, the standardization of driver's education, and regulations for driving schools.

May 26, 2022

Boracay and El Nido Earn Top Spot at Tripadvisor’s 2020 Traveler’s Choice Awards

This year, the beaches re-emerged on the list and this time, both beaches claimed spots in the top 10!

May 26, 2022

6 Spas Around Metro Manila With Public Bath Areas

If you're up for some 'me' time or just a more laidback type of hangout with your friends and family, you can check out these spas around the metro equipped with public bath areas!

May 26, 2022

Duterte Announces Travel Restrictions and Community Quarantine in Metro Manila Amid COVID-19 Threats

Recognizing the need for an inter-sectoral collaboration to manage the COVID-19 threat, the Inter-agency Task Force (IATF) was created.

March 12, 2020

5 Boutique Hotels Around the Metro for a Restful Staycation

Boutique hotels may not be as big as traditional hotels but what they can offer does not fall short on what chain hotels can provide—upscale accommodation, intimate space, and homelike atmosphere.

May 26, 2022

Arroceros Park Declared as Permanent Forest Park by Manila City Government

After having faced various threats including being turned into a gymnasium and a residential area, Arroceros Park is here to officially stay.

March 11, 2020

7 Hotels in the Metro for Business People

If you are looking for a place to stay while on a business trip to the metro, take the chance to stay at some of the metro's best business hotels.

March 12, 2020

Duterte Declares Public Health Emergency Due to Increased COVID-19 Cases in PH

President Rodrigo Duterte had signed Proclamation No. 922 last March 8 declaring the Philippines to be under the State of Public Health Emergency amidst the rising number of COVID-19 cases in the country.

March 11, 2020

Starbucks Unveils Collection with Fashion Designer Vera Wang

Starbucks reveals it collaboration with a well-known fashion designer, Vera Wang!

March 10, 2020

PROMO: Indulge in Certified Angus Prime Rib With Tapella Restobar’s Treat This March

You may avail of Tapella Restobar's Certified Angus Prime Rib for Php 100 less than the original price!

March 10, 2020

Shinagawa Lasik and Aesthetics Unveils 3rd Branch in BGC

Shinagawa Lasik and Aesthetics unveils their newest branch in BGC that puts particular focus on LASIK and other eye services.

March 08, 2020

Philippines Tops Grant Thornton International’s 2020 Women in Business Survey

Grant Thornton International recently released its Women in Business 2020 report, an annual research on gender diversity in senior management among the world's mid-market businesses.

March 09, 2020

Shake Shack Is Shaking Makati This Summer

Shake Shack is making it in Makati this Summer!

March 06, 2020

Philippines Is the World’s 2nd Trending Destination According to Tripadvisor

Among the endless string of prominent places in the world that travelers largely flock to and have done so last 2019, the Philippines' Luzon island ranked as the second trending destination according to TripAdvisor.

May 26, 2022

5 PH Destinations Where You Can Experience Paragliding

Have you heard that you can also experience paragliding in the Philippines? To help you with that, we prepared a list of Philippine destinations for your next heart-stirring adventure!