The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines, the marketing arm of the Department of Tourism (DOT), as part of its strategic thrust to strengthen its Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions (MICE) campaign, supports Get Global – Where the World Meets, an industry exhibition in Australia at the International Convention Center (ICC) Sydney. Launched in 2017, Get…
Mövenpick Resort & Spa Boracay, the tropical beachfront retreat at Punta Bunga Cove on Boracay’s idyllic northwest tip, is inviting VISA cardholders to enjoy an exotic island escape with exclusive discounted rooms rates and an array of attractive extras. As part of a new partnership with VISA Philippines, one of the world’s largest and most…
Let your wandering feet take you to the city that lives and breathes a colorful history, rich culture and vibrant attractions. Experience Manila in a different way and discover true Asian hospitality. New World Manila Bay Hotel offers gateways to Manilas must-see attractions like the historical Intramuros and the famous Rizal Park, and provides getaways…
This August has a number of holidays and long weekends that adventure and vacation loving Filipinos can look forward to: Eid al-Adha on the third week of the month, Ninoy Aquino Day on August 21, and National Heroes Day on August 26. Make the most out of these extended breaks by satisfying your wanderlust and…
Love and career are two of the important things that most people consider in making major decisions in their lives. Most generations were asked which they prioritize and often their answers vary—but what does the younger generation get to say about this topic? TFC asked two young overseas Filipinos to answer the question “what will…
To achieve its global competitiveness goal and attract more travelers, visitors, and investors, the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines, the marketing arm of the Department of Tourism (DOT), is conducting a series of Tourism Marketing Educational Seminars among participants from DOT Regional Offices and local government units (LGUs), which kicked off in Batangas City this…
Learning history can be boring at times since it requires earnest exploration before one can fully understand the challenges and successes of the past. One effective way to do this is through reliving pivotal stories through a fun and interactive efforts. Starting August 1, Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar brings to life some of the…
With its many islands, diverse populace, and wonderful sights, the Philippines is a backpacker’s paradise. But if you’re intent on avoiding the usual tourist hotspots of Palawan, Cebu, Boracay, and others, there’s one great alternative you should try: La Union. Located within the country’s Ilocos Region in the north, the province of La Union may…
A tropical archipelago, the Philippines is one of the world’s top destinations for anyone looking for a beach paradise. Local and international tourists are probably more familiar with our poster-perfect white-sand beaches, but the country has many other types of beaches to offer beach bums! We also have long strips of shores lined with colorful…
Thousands of schoolchildren in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao started the new school year with high hopes and a new motivation to learn thanks to the “Gusto Kong Mag-Aral” Project (GKM) of ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. (AFI), which distributed 50,000 bags filled with complete supplies nationwide as of July. Launched in 2017, GKM has given bags and…
All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest and 5-Star airline for seven consecutive years, recently launched its limited sales event called “HELLO BLUE SALE” running from July 26, 2019 to July 30, 2019. The five-day promotion will offer economy class flight discounts on flights from 17 cities in Asia and Oceania to Japan. The scale of…
