Posts Tagged ‘Travel Tips’

Ariels Point in Buruanga – A Secluded Tropical Beach

Ariels Point in Buruanga – A Secluded Tropical Beach

Are you looking for a secluded tropical beach without the crowds? If you are searching for a great romantic and adventure getaway, Let me share to you another tropical beach I just discovered a couple of weeks back. On my second day in Boracay, I planned to visit Carabao Island in Romblon – a beautiful [...]

Caticlan Airport in Boracay to reopen in September, safety upgrade underway

Caticlan Airport in Boracay to reopen in September, safety upgrade underway

The Caticlan airport reopens in September for bigger aircrafts, following the order of the Department of Transportation and Communication (DOTC) to commence initial phase of runway rehabilitation, which involves contouring of the bordering hill. The DOTC issued the order to the Caticlan International Airport Development Corp. (CIADC), a private consortium which was granted the 25-year [...]

Vibal Foundation launches art book on Botong

Vibal Foundation launches art book on Botong

National artist Carlos “Botong” Francisco was one of the greatest Filipino visual artists and muralists, best known for his vibrant, sprawling murals specially commissioned by the Malacañang Palace, Manila City Hall, Philippine General Hospital and Fort Santiago. His masterpieces include the Malacañang mural “Fiesta”, “Code of Kalantiao (private collection), “Blood Compact” (Yuchengco Museum / RCBC [...]

Wow Philippines features CALABARZON in Intramuros

Wow Philippines features CALABARZON in Intramuros

CALABARZON’s new adventure and wellness packages was launched by the Department of Tourism on Monday noon at the Clamshell at Anda and Sta. Lucia Sts. in Intramuros:History Town Philippines. CALABARZON is composed of the five provinces of Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal and Quezon. Dubbed as ‘Excite! Delight! @ the Sights CALABARZON,’ event will formally open [...]

Stupid Things You Should Not Bring On Board

Stupid Things You Should Not Bring On Board

On my most recent trip to Boracay, I noticed an extra ordinary trash bin right beside the luggage x ray machine in NAIA Terminal 3. What made it Extra ordinary? This transparent container serves as the trash bin for confiscated items which were not allowed inside each passengers hand carry baggage. Different countries may have different rules [...]

World Pyro Olympics 2009

World Pyro Olympics 2009

You heard it right! The worlds most prestigious fireworks competition is back! According to our source, The 2009 World Pyro Olympics fireworks competition will be held this year in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City. This event is scheduled to kick off this November and winners will be announced on the first week of December 2009. The [...]

Going on a Budget Trip? Tips on Saving Money for Your Travel Plans

Going on a Budget Trip?  Tips on Saving Money for Your Travel Plans

A few frequent travelers and backpackers have already proven that it’s possible to travel to far flung vacation spots with little budget. But for most of us, it does take some serious dollars to enjoy some of our planned and most awaited vacation. But why spend more when there are steps you can take that [...]

Kagay-an Festival 2009 Schedule of activities

Kagay-an Festival 2009 Schedule of activities

CdeO Foundation Inc. recently announced that there will be new and exciting events which will be added in the upcoming Kagay-an Festival 2009. This year, tourist and residents of Cagayan de Oro City have more colorful and exciting celebration to expect. “Kagay-an Festival”- Cagayan de Oro City’s main fiesta attraction in honor to patron Saint [...]

Experience the Magic of Western Visayas in the newly launched Philippine coffee table book

Experience the Magic of Western Visayas in the newly launched Philippine coffee table book

The Western Visayas regional office of Department of Tourism recently released a travel inspired coffee table book titled “Experience the Magic of Western Visayas in the Philippines” showcasing the various travel destinations in the region. The said coffee table book is up for “distribution to international markets, local travel agents, tour operators and embassies so [...]

Philippine Travel Exchange aims bigger and better PHITEX for 2009

Philippine Travel Exchange aims bigger and better PHITEX for 2009

The Department of Tourism (DOT) through the Philippine Convention and Visitors Corporation (PCVC) will spearhead this years Philippine Travel Exchange (PHITEX ‘09) which will be held at the SMX Convention Center in Mall of Asia on September 02-04, 2009. PHITEX is an annual travel marketing event to strengthen the country’s tourism brand image and to [...]

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