Culture & History

In Spotlight: The Top 10 Noteworthy Photographers in Manila
January 15, 2017

In Spotlight: The Top 10 Noteworthy Photographers in Manila

Are you a self-confessed shutterbug? Here are the top 10 Filipino photographers who are excellent in their corresponding fields that will inspire you to capture more and love the field of photography.
A List of the Best Film Schools in the Philippines
January 14, 2017

A List of the Best Film Schools in the Philippines

With all the local and international awards that Filipino filmmakers have garnered in 2016, it is truly inspiring to learn about filmmaking and its contribution to the Filipino culture. If you wish to learn about the film discipline, check out these top film schools in the Philippines:
Best Restaurants in Manila where you can celebrate Chinese New Year
January 09, 2017

Best Restaurants in Manila where you can celebrate Chinese New Year

Planning on having a sumptuous Chinese fare this Chinese New Year? Here are some of the best Chinese restaurants in Manila where you can celebrate this important holiday. Kiong Hee Huat Tsai!
Top 10 Rising Filipino Athletes
January 08, 2017

Top 10 Rising Filipino Athletes

This 2017, it’s time to get introduced to up-and-coming athletes who have made the country proud with their skills in their corresponding sport. Here are 10 of the promising athletes in the Philippines.
Expats’ Guide to the Feast of the Black Nazarene
January 08, 2017

Expats’ Guide to the Feast of the Black Nazarene

As one big community of believers, millions of people would take part in various events during this day, not only to lift up their prayers, but to also show gratitude for the grace they have received from the Black Nazarene, who, for four centuries now, have become a symbol of the passion, struggle, and faith of the Filipino Catholics.
Trusted Milk Brands in the Philippines for Babies
January 05, 2017

Trusted Milk Brands in the Philippines for Babies

Here’s a list of nourishing and safe infant formula brands that you can consider for your baby’s daily nutritious supplement.
Expats’ Guide to Three Kings day celebration in the Philippines
January 01, 2017

Expats’ Guide to Three Kings day celebration in the Philippines

The Feast of the Three Kings, also called “Feast of the Epiphany”, is observed among the Filipino Catholic community every 6th of January.
Expat’s Guide: Media Noche (New Year’s Eve Feast) in the Philippines
December 30, 2016

Expat’s Guide: Media Noche (New Year’s Eve Feast) in the Philippines

An old Filipino custom is the Media Noche, or New Year’s Eve Feast, wherein families, friends, and relatives gather at the dinner table to enjoy a night full of food and drinks.
Expats’ Guide to Philippine Dialects
December 28, 2016

Expats’ Guide to Philippine Dialects

To give you an overview of the languages used in the Philippines aside from Tagalog and English, check out this guide to Philippine Dialects:
Tips When Going on an Island Hopping Tour in the Philippines
December 27, 2016

Tips When Going on an Island Hopping Tour in the Philippines

Are you planning to hit the beach this long weekend? Here are some tips to guide you when sailing on an island adventure in the Philippines.
List of schools offering Filipino language courses in Manila
December 27, 2016

List of schools offering Filipino language courses in Manila

To help you find the best place to learn the Filipino language, here are some of the schools offering Filipino language courses in Manila:
Complete List of International Airlines flying to Philippines
December 26, 2016

Complete List of International Airlines flying to Philippines

Boracay, Puerto Princesa Underground River, Banaue Rice Terraces, Intramuros… do these beautiful destinations urge you to book a flight to the Philippines? This 2017 is the perfect time to visit Philippines and see more of the country’s most-traveled spots! Get those backpacks ready and book a flight now! Here is a list of International Airlines flying to Philippines from all over the world: Image grabbed from huffingtonpost.com NAME WEBSITE PHONE  Cathay Pacific Airways  http://www.cathaypacific.ph/ 1-800-8739-5117 (Globe) or 1-800-1441-1011 (Smart/PLDT) Emirates Airline  http://www.emirates.com/ph/english/ (02) 858-5300  Qatar Airways http://www.qatarairways.com/ph/en/homepage.page (02) 519 1888 Singapore Airlines http://www.singaporeair.com/ (+63 2) 756 8888  KLM Royal Dutch Airlines http://www.klm.com/home/ph/en (02) 588 6900  Etihad Airways http://www.etihad.com/  63 2 […]
Common Filipino Party Games
December 26, 2016

Common Filipino Party Games

A Filipino party is never complete without those anticipated side-splitting, sweat-inducing activities – party games. Here’s a list of common Filipino party games you might want to get ready for the next time you’ll attend whatever merrymaking.
Tips on how to keep your pets safe this New Year’s Eve
December 24, 2016

Tips on how to keep your pets safe this New Year’s Eve

Here are some tips on how to enjoy a festive holiday without making your pets suffer from all the noise around.
Expats’ Guide to Places to Go in the Philippines this Holiday Break
December 23, 2016

Expats’ Guide to Places to Go in the Philippines this Holiday Break

Want to go somewhere far from the metro this holiday season? Here are some places Primer recommends for you to visit for your long weekend vacation!
Listicle: Alternatives to a Noche Buena for Christmas
December 23, 2016

Listicle: Alternatives to a Noche Buena for Christmas

Most people don’t know is that there are other ways of celebrating Christmas other than staying at home and engorging yourself with Christmas ham. We’ve compiled a short list of other things you can do this season.
Tips to conserve energy this Energy Consciousness Month
December 22, 2016

Tips to conserve energy this Energy Consciousness Month

In the Philippines, the month of December is observed to be “Energy Consciousness Month,” as signed by former President Gloria Macapagal- Arroyo by virtue of Proclamation No. 867.
Celebrate a ‘home away from home’ Christmas
December 22, 2016

Celebrate a ‘home away from home’ Christmas

Christmas away from home need not be lonely; all it needs is a bit of creativity. Make sure you get everything on video as well, so you can share them with your family once you fly home for a well deserved break!
Get to Know Filipino ‘Merienda’ Food
December 21, 2016

Get to Know Filipino ‘Merienda’ Food

Filipinos usually spend their short break by having a light meal, specifically known by the term “Merienda.” Here are some common food that Filipinos enjoy during merienda.
Expats’ Guide to Original Pinoy Music
December 20, 2016

Expats’ Guide to Original Pinoy Music

There’s RnB, Pop, Jazz, EDM, and then there’s OPM.