BPI 24/7 Encourages Filipinos to Get Out More

The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), in partnership with Zest Airways Inc., Philippine Hotel Reservations Service Inc. (PHRS), launches a travel and rewards campaign, “Get Out More” which gives BPI clients a chance to win an all-expense paid trip for four (4) to the seven (7) of the top

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Panasonic Lumix GF3 : A Compact Digital Camera for Travel Bloggers

If you're a travel blogger or a photoblogger and you are looking for the perfect digital camera to showcase the places you go and the locations you travel, look no further. I've found the perfect compact digital camera for travel bloggers. To give you an idea how this camera performs, I have

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Family Getaway Guides : 2013 Cheap All Inclusive Holidays

Keeping costs low when jetting off abroad with the brood can be a challenge for even the most frugal of families. Staying in and around the UK is a fabulous low-cost option, but if you are longing for a little bit of sun for your 2013 holidays, there are ways to keep costs to a minimum.

Putra

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Cebu International Travel Festival 2014 (ITF) is set on July 11 to 13, 2014

Cebu City having the second busiest international airport in the Philippines will be having it’s first International Travel Festival (ITF) on July 11 to 13 at the Ayala Center Cebu. The Cebu International Travel Festival 2014 aims to provide a venue for Cebu’s travel market to score travel

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Minor Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel - Tayabas City

Located in Tayabas City, the Minor Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel is the biggest Roman Catholic Church in the entire Province of Quezon. Tourists who visits Tayabas, whether secular or Catholic, come to see this uniquely designed Basilica that was constructed during the Spanish colonial

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Cebu Pacific Air to offer Wi-Fi onboard starting July 1, 2013

Have you heard about Cebu Pacific's Wifi onboard ?

The long wait is over! Cebu Pacific Air (PSE:CEB), the Philippines’ largest flag carrier, will provide OnAir Internet service to passengers in its Airbus A330 fleet starting July 2013.

Cebu Pacific inflight Wifi access

Cebu Pacific

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300 Filipino-Americans to visit PH for the 9th Ambassadors, Consuls General and Tourism Directors Tour of the Philippines

From the 28th to the 31st day of July, about 300 Filipino-Americans and their main- stream American friends will arrive from the United States for the 9th Ambassadors, Consuls General and Tourism Directors Tour of the Philippines (ACGTDT). These visitors will be here to relax, enjoy and spend

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Overnight Stay at Kamayan sa Palaisdaan Resort

After visiting Nagcarlan, Liliw, Majayjay and Lucban in Quezon Province, our final stop was in Kamayan sa Palaisdaan Restaurant Hotel & Resort in Tayabas City.

Swimming Pool at Kamayan sa Palaisdaan Resort (photo courtesy of KamayansaPalaisdaan.com.ph)
It was just the first day of

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AirAsia Zest starts Manila to Macau route

Macau is a special administrative region of the People's Republic of China, located across the Pearl River Delta from Hong Kong. The tourism draw is based largely on gambling, with numerous casinos and hotel casinos. Macau, a former Portuguese colony, offers a rich blend of Chinese and European

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PHINSAF kicks-off Regatta series in Hamilo Coast

The Philippine Inter-Island Sailing Foundation (PHINSAF), a non-stock, non-profit organization composed of the amateur Philippine-based sailors, kicked-off on Saturday its 2011 Regatta Traveler’s series at the Pico de Loro Cove in Nasugbu Batangas.

Sailors getting ready to brave the winds

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Tips for travelling safely in foreign countries

An international travel brings huge smiles and happiness on ones face. Everyone wants to know how the other countries are. They also want to know about their culture, they wish to know about the world, the different colors the whole world carries. Going on a world tour is just like a dream come

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A guide to visiting Crete on holiday

If you're planning a Crete holiday this year or next then you are in for a real treat. The island boasts some of the best beaches anywhere in the Mediterranean and there is generally a huge amount to pique the interest of tourists regardless of what kind of holiday pursuits they might find most

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Arena Island in Palawan to go ‘Dark and Green’ on Earth Hour 2013

Palawan’s premiere ecotourism destination, Arena Island, invites ecotourists to have a more memorable Earth Hour celebration in the private island resort.

Arena Island and Casitas
Said Roland Rodriguez, owner of Arena Island, “We at Arena Island are one with the world in observing the

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Mount Pinatubo Adventure Trek with Pinoy Travel Bloggers

Itchy feet, passion for travel, a talent in story telling, a not so abused camera, a Travel Blog and a totally raped backpack (but not complaining), these are the common denominators of the 30 young (and not so young) travel bloggers who recently had a day trip to Mount Pinatubo Crater last

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Poll: Philippines Top Travel Blogs for 2013

The Philippines probably has the largest number of travel bloggers in Asia. Based on Pinoy Travel Bloggers group in Facebook alone, there were 347+ members already and I believe more travel bloggers are not yet a member of this group.

Philippines Top 15 Travel Blogs for 2013
Providing a list

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Crimson Resort & Spa Mactan in Cebu makes it to Agoda.com’s annual list of outstanding hotel spas

Agoda.com, Asia’s leading hotel booking site and part of Nasdaq-listed Priceline Group (Nasdaq:PCLN), has named Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan in Cebu as one of the most outstanding hotel spas. This is an annual list of exceptional hotel spas, where customers can relax, unwind, and experience

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Dry Pod by Go Travel

I've gotta tell you that when I go out for an island hopping or even when Im going to an outdoor trip, I tend to leave my iPod at home so that I don't ruin it by getting it wet. Even with a regular cover or a plastic lined case, I have still always felt like my iPod was exposed to too much

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How to Keep Your House Safe When You're Out Traveling

Whether it’s the holidays or you and your family are taking a vacation, your home is vulnerable to a burglary. People get burglarized everyday, and it’s often due to a simple oversight by the homeowner. In order to avoid being victim to this crime while you’re out on a holiday or vacation,

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Melia Kuala Lumpur Hotel Review: The Hidden Gem in Kuala Lumpur

After having our dinner at Kuala Lumpur's famous Atmosphere 360 Restaurant, we headed to  Melia Kuala Lumpur Hotel (hotel info) to checkin. Centrally located within the Golden Triangle, amongst all the prestigious business addresses, stands the Meliá Kuala Lumpur Hotel.

Melia KL Hotel

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Philippine Places of Legend and Wonder

Story-telling has been a part of us since childhood, and mysterious and mythical places have always been a favorite. It is in our culture. With 7,107 islands and a rich native and colonial history, some places in the Philippines are associated with more than just their natural beauty or

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The Philippine Travel Mart 2012 finally opens

Earlier, I was lucky to witness the grand opening of the Philippine Travel Mart 2012 at SMX in Mall of Asia. From the welcome fun reception to the Ribbon Cutting, the upbeat sound and the dancing crowd only proves that filipinos are really fun loving people.

Philippine Travel Mart 2012 at

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Speck iLounge Winner - Speck CandyShell Flip for iPhone 5!

I just bought a new iPhone 5 here in Toronto and while enjoying my stay here, I tried to research and look for nice iPhone 5 cases available in the market. Heres what i found online:)



If in case you are also interested, Heres the list of Resellers in Manila : Power Mac Center, Beyond the

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Win a Dream Vacation to Exciting Asian Destinations with BPI 24/7 Banking

Did you know that you can't find Lumpiang Shanghai in any of the restaurants in Shanghai China? Get a chance to win an all expense paid trip to Shanghai and other 4 beautiful Asian Destination for free and discover more as you Get Out More with BPI 24/7 Banking.
The Bank of the Philippine

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Travel Gadgets: RHA MA600i Noise-isolating In-ear Headphone with Remote and Microphone

Pros: Provides the best sound quality and effectual noise-isolation feature

Cons: Structure of the ear-bud is complex. In-line remote does not incorporate with Android.

Headphones are used by a large number of travelers for different purposes such as listening music, watching movies,

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Resorts World Sentosa Grand Opening on 7 December 2012

Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) today announced 7 December 2012 as its official opening date, with a line-up of celebrations over that weekend to mark the occasion.

Resorts World Sentosa Grand Opening
Leading up to this festive occasion, is the opening of the second of its two anchor attractions

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Top Road Trip Destinations in Luzon

Nothing can beat a spontaneous road trip while cruising down the highway with the sun kissing your car windows. Imagine yourself with your family or friends, listening to your favorite travel soundtrack while sharing interesting life stories and visiting your favorite stopover

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Travel Guide: Things to Do and See in Siargao Island

Siargao is a beautiful destination with a lot to offer for those who enjoy a vacation amidst nature and wildlife, as opposed to the hustle and bustle of a Metropolis. While you will definitely have the opportunity to have some fun around here if that’s what you enjoy in your holidays, you’ll

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Top 4 Unusual Things To Do In South Africa

South Africa in itself is an amazing country with plenty of places to visit. Whatever your taste might be, you are sure to find something to do that will please you. But what are the activities for the more adventurous people out there? In this article we will be providing you with a list of 4

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10 Things you should know about Sagada

Its my fourth time to experience Sagada and although I haven't been to some popular tourist spots in this town, let me share to you some of the interesting facts, best places to eat and top things to do in Sagada.

Sagada in Mountain Province
As I previously mentioned in my 2009 Sagada Holy

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Pistay Dayat Grand Fluvial Parade in Pangasinan

Over a hundred decorated bancas joined Banca Parada by sailing the stretch of Agno River along Sitio Bantayan, Barangay Pangapisan North in Lingayen towards Bañaga Bridge in Bugallon town culminating Pangasinan Pistay Dayat on May 1.


Pistay Dayat Grand Fluvial Parade in Pangasinan
The

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Get your iPhone 4S for Php 10,990! only at Smart Follow Your Freedom SALE!

Do you know whats trending today? No! Its not just about the Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) 2013. Everyone is also talking about the Smart Follow Your Freedom Sale tomorrow wherein you can buy iPhone 4S for only 10,990 Pesos.
Smart Follow Your Freedom Sale

Smart Postpaid Freedom

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Take home awesome travel gadget freebies with your #SmartGalaxyS5 when you take the Personality Quiz!

Are you planning to get #SmartGalaxyS5? Get one and subscribe with SMART - the Philippines Mobile leader and get a chance to win one out 10 Samsung Gears and take home awesome travel gadgets for free.

SMART Samsung Galaxy S5 Personality Quiz
SMART is also giving away more freebies to

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Saint Joseph Cathedral in Romblon – Oldest Roman Catholic Church in Romblon

Romblon, the capital town of Romblon Province has many things to boast about. Aside from natural wonders, Romblon has heritage and religious sites that every tourist must explore. Considered as the oldest Roman Catholic church in the province, Saint Joseph Cathedral was one the 26 colonial

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Extra special barkada bonding time with the new Jollibee Flip Floats

From driving on an exciting roadtrip or simply hanging out at the mall, to enjoying an invigorating sport together, the list of fun things to do with friends goes infinite. Jollibee makes these barkada bonding times extra special with the new and refreshing Flip Floats, the latest cool drink

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Banaue Ethnic Village and Pine Forest Resort Review

It was another long weekend and as usual I don't have a concrete plan where am I heading. But thanks for having friends who have planned the trip 5 weeks ahead which made it so easy for me to spend my long weekend out-of-town without worrying where to go, where to stay and how to get

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Pacsafe wins global iF product design award for its new anti-theft Backpack.

Pacsafe is proud to announce that its Z-28 anti-theft urban backpack was the proud recipient of the internationally acclaimed iF product design award. The Z-28 received the prestigious iF label in the Lifestyle and Leisure category and competed again 3,011 entries from 51 different countries

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Cinema Leonardo - A Vacation House in Baguio

Without any fixed itinerary, I joined my travel buddies Monette, Gay and Marky in an impromptu weekend trip in the highlands. It was a last minute invitation and I was really not prepared.

Foggy Morning at the Garden
Our adventure started after meeting Marky, Monette and Gay at the Bus

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Featured Traveler: Vien Cortez

Vien is currently the Regional Market Analyst for the Spain Tourism Board for SE Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. She is based in Singapore for 13 years now. She have been in the travel and tourism industry for more than 25 years now and she used to work for Northwest ITI in Manila, Cathay

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Travel On with Travelon

Each day, a person spends hours on the street or in a vehicle, traveling from one place to another. During those hours, the possibility of encountering an unfortunate event is high. With crimes advancing to hypnotism and such trickeries, using innovative products that offer protection can make a

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Mitsubishi Motors Philippines to showcase the Outlander PHEV at the 2013 Philippine EV Summit

Mitsubishi Motors Phils. Corp. (MMPC) is pleased to announce that it will be showcasing the new Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) at the 2013 Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit. The Electric Vehicle Summit is organized by the Electric Vehicle Alliance which is composed

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Coco Grove Beach Resort in Siquijor

Previous Post : Glamping in Sumilon Island Bluewater Resort

Step into a place where the white sand funnels through your toes as you make your way to the beach. The water breaks at your feet, warm to the touch, inviting you to come in, in this idyllic setting located at the Coco Grove Beach

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Tryst Poolside Bar : Sooo Pinoy Food Trip na Pilipinas!

March 15, 2012 – Sooo Pinoy Food Tour Day 4 in Boracay – Previous Post : Island Chicken Inasal Boracay.

After enjoying the new Gelato offerings from Aria Boracay together with Amanda, I headed to Tryst Poolside Bar located in Paradise Garden - Resort Hotel & Convention Center

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Microtel Hotel Davao Review

Microtel Inn and Suites is probably the nearest hotel from Davao International Airport. This hotel is located in front of Damosa Gateway Complex in the Lanang area of Davao. The hotel might not be in the center of Davao City but the hotel is accessible to a number of coffee shops, 24 hour fast

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Prince Fusion Gourmet : Sooo Pinoy Food Trip na Pilipinas!

April 12, 2012 – Sooo Pinoy Food Tour Day 2 in Cebu – Previous Post : Mooon Cafe Cebu.

Its the second day of Sooo Pinoy Food Tour Cebu leg and for our first stop, we visited Prince Fusion Gourmet - a restaurant located at the second floor of Golden Prince Hotel and Suites where we all

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List of Private Resorts, Pools and Hotels in Antipolo City

Antipolo City is known destination for private resorts due to its colder climate and geographical location. It has been a favorite summer spot for those who are living in Metro Manila. There are plenty of private pool and exclusive resorts for rent in Antipolo City. If you are looking for a

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Ilocos Road Trip with the New Chevrolet Spark

Road trips are one of the most fun ways to see and do a lot on a vacation. I love a road trip, mostly because I like to discover new things while I’m traveling and sometimes it takes a car to be able to do that. You see something out a bus window and you can’t exactly stop and check it out.

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17th Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta 2012

At the break of dawn on February 9, 2012, Hot Air Balloons of all shapes and sizes will fill the skies of Pampanga and its neighboring areas to signal the opening of the 17th Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta – a yearly grand gathering of hot air balloons and many other

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How to reach Kuala Lumpur from Kuala Lumpur International Airport

Are you visiting Kuala Lumpur soon? Not sure how to get to Kuala Lumpur City Center from Kuala Lumpur International Airport. You may need to print this short guide for easy transfers.

Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur
The Kuala Lumpur International Airport (IATA code: KUL) is the first

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Yap-Sandiego Ancestral house in Cebu City

During my recent Cebu Trip courtesy of Summit Circle Cebu Hotel, we had a short heritage tour which includes a visit to an old colonial house located in Parian. Cebu is known for its friendly people, shopping, progressive business districts and heritage sites. Travelers who visit Cebu usually

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Skyscanner reveals the Best Time to Book for Filipinos

Traveling takes a big chunk of the typical Filipino vacation. Families and barkadas make it a point to go out-of-town or out of the country on holidays. With all these free days pre-marked on their calendars, it is important that they strategize so that they can book their flights at the lowest

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Netong's Original Special La Paz Batchoy : Sooo Pinoy Food Trip na Pilipinas!

March 14, 2012 – Sooo Pinoy Food Tour Day 3 in Iloilo – Previous Post: Esca's Garden Restaurant.

I used to think that Iloilo food is all about La Paz Batchoy but after two days of exploring the city, I realize that Iloilo is really a perfect foodie destination. After tasting so many local

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Visiting Al-Muhammadi Mosque in Kota Bharu

Al-Muhammadi Mosque is an important place of worship in Kota Bharu, Kelantan Malaysia. It is also one of the prominent landmarks in the city. The mosque has a teaching system which resembles the one practiced in Mecca.

Al-Muhammadi Mosque in Kelantan Malaysia
This mosque testifies the

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The Henry Hotel: Cebu’s Finest Boutique Hotel

Can I help you? Four basic words I heard from the The Henry Hotel Bellman who carried my bag all the way to the lobby. I'm not sure if its their way of greeting new incoming customers but for me, "Can I help you?" is more welcoming than the usual "Welcome to the Hotel" greetings that we normally

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Philippine Travel industry gears up for 1st Philippine Tourism Week

The Philippines is On Sale!

Staying true to the PHILTOA's main thrust of promoting domestic tourism, the 1st Philippine Tourism Week includes the 24th Philippine Travel Mart — the largest and longest-running local travel trade show.

Philippine Airlines Booth
Starting today till

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Storage Tips that Prepare You for an Extended Stay Trip

When you go on a long-term extended stay to another state or country, a summer vacation in Spain, or a winter getaway, you want to protect your home and keep it as safe as possible. Of course, keeping your personal possessions protected also depends on whether you rent or own your home and how

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RFID Blocking Deluxe Boarding Pouch by Travelon

Imagine this. You go on a trip, you secure all of your accounts and identity documents, and yet, when you get home, your identity has been stolen, your bank account is empty, and someone has destroyed your financial life. How did it happen?

RFID Blocking Deluxe Boarding Pouch
The truth is

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Travel Gadgets: Get Starmobile's Engage 7TV with Smart Bro’s Gadget Plus Plan 499

It's Summer Time again folks and whether we like it or not, we will experience flight delays, long queue in Bus stations and heavy traffic while having road trips to our summer destination.

Smart Bro’s Gadget Plus Plan 499
The best thing to have to fight boredom is to bring a gadget with

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Philippine Airlines revs up expansion, kicks-off 12 new routes

Philippine Airlines (PAL) announced earlier (April 26, 2013) the launching of 12 new destinations in Australia, China, Malaysia and Middle East, including a new domestic service to Northern Luzon in the continuing expansion of PAL's route network.

Philippine Airlines New Routes
In a kick-off

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Looking for a great vacation spot for 2011? Visit the 22nd Philippine Travel Mart

If you’re a travel enthusiast or you’re just in the mood to have a weekend getaway with your loved ones, you should definitely visit the 22nd Philippine Travel Mart (PTM) this September. Not only will it be held in a bigger venue at the SMX Convention Center in SM Mall of Asia on September

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The Beautiful Casa Loma

Visiting beautiful buildings in Toronto was an awesome experience but to tell you honestly, the most rewarding part of your Toronto trip was our visit to the beautiful Casa Loma. Considered as one of grandest residential building ever constructed in Canada, Casa Loma has 98 rooms with an

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Things I Love about Radisson Blu Cebu Hotel

Wanna know why Radisson Blu Cebu Hotel is my favorite Business Hotel in Cebu?
We really have to be thankful there's Internet where we can research and read reviews about hotels before we finally book and pay for it. Gone are the days when we have to visit travel agencies and ask for

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Win an iPod Shuffle or an Overnight Stay at the NEWEST Go Hotels Otis Manila!

GO HOTELS OTIS-MANILA's SPOT & SHOT CONTEST

Simply watch out for Go Hotels out-of-home ads on buses, jeepneys, tricycles or just visit their newest hotel at Paz Guazon Street in Otis-Manila.

Go Hotels Otis Manila Contest
Send a photo of you posing with Go Hotels ads or at Go Hotels

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Mad About Travel by The Travel Club

In partnership with Ayala Malls, The Travel Club will have a series of Mad About Travel Expos which will start in Trinoma on March 16-18, 2012.

Mad About Travel - Travel Gear Sale in Trinoma
The Travel Club has giveaways for booth visitors and they will so offer huge discounts on selected

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Berlin Hotels with the Highest Traveler ratings

A trip to Berlin would be absolutely memorable no matter which season you choose to visit. With a lot of historic as well as cultural attractions, party hubs, great restaurants, and more, Berlin will surely give something heart-warming for travelers like you. For a trip to be very much

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My Legoland Malaysia Experience

Last year, I visited Legoland Malaysia together with fellow bloggers and some local travel agents. The trip was sponsored by Cebu Pacific and Tourism Malaysia and I must say this is probably the best Malaysian trip Ive ever had.

Legoland Malaysia

Visiting Legoland Malaysia
It was a dream

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Tune Hotels Cebu Review

Tune Hotels Cebu is located right in the center of Commercial district of Cebu is one of the finest budget hotels for you to stay in Cebu City. The hotel is quite popular for its location and if you plan to be in the centre of the city then this is the perfect choice. I have stayed in Tune

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Top Five Luxury resorts in the Philippines

Philippines is the home of a diverse variety of plants, animals and sea creatures. The extensive coastlines, the great rainforests and the scenic beauty of a number of islands make Philippines one of the best tourism destinations in the World.

Plantation Bay Resort and Spa
Hospitality,

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Islands Insider : National Geographic captures Philippines

International television channel, National Geographic, is set to feature the Philippines through Islands Insider, a Filipino-produced 6-part documentary series that seeks to reveal cultural and historical insights on some of the country’s world-class destinations, which include the Batad Rice

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Cebu Pacific and GMA Pinoy TV to fly 100 Lucky Juans home from Middle East

Good News to our Kababayans in the Middle East! Cebu Pacific and GMA Pinoy TV will be launching 100 Lucky Juans promo. This promo aims to give 100 Pinoy OFW's a chance to visit their loved once back home.

Cebu Pacific Fun Games
The 100 Lucky Juans promo is open to all Filipinos working in

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Balay Negrense Museum in Silay City

An artistically crafted museum in Silay City, Negros Occidental showcasing the lifestyle of the Negrense sugar baron of the 19th Century is popularly known as the Balay Negrense Museum. It is the first museum to come up in the Negros Occidental province and is one of the most visited heritage

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Honda Cars Philippines promotes Eco-Safe Driving

The transport sector is held responsible for 23% of global energy?related CO2 emissions, and consumes nearly 60% of the world’s petroleum supply, of which 80% goes to road transport.  One LCA (life cycle assessment) study indicates that in a vehicles’ life, usage accounts for 83% of CO2

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Asiana Airlines lounge voted best in Asia Pacific

Asiana Airlines (OZ) has been voted as having the Best Lounge for Asia Pacific by Priority Pass, the world’s largest independent airport lounge access program. Priority Pass provides information on some 600 airport lounges in 300 cities across 100 countries. Through its annual online survey,

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Top 10 Must-Visit Restaurants in Binondo

Tired of same old combo meals from your neighborhood Fast-Food Chain? Get your chopsticks ready as I virtually tour you to some of my favorite Binondo Restaurants that serves the best tasting Chinese dishes this "World's Oldest China Town" is famous for.

Binondo Food Tour
Binondo has always

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Meet the Kokoon – Headware’s latest innovation

Your favorite multipurpose brand gives you a new reason to get excited – the Kokoon. Headware introduces its newest creation, a full body cover one minute, a sling bag another, a towel, skirt and more all in one.

Headware Kokoon Blanket
The Kokoon is an all-around piece bigger than the

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Direct Flights from the Philippines to Cambodia

This April, Filipinos will now have direct flights to Cambodia and the destination will be less than three hours away from Manila. Cebu Pacific will be offering flights to Cambodia starting April 19, 2012 and the flights will be as frequent as three times a week.

Bayon Temple - Angkor,

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Visiting Mount Popa Monastery

Out last day in Bagan was quite challenging compare to the first two days. To prepare for our last day activity, we woke up early hoping to avoid too much humidity while traveling to Mount Popa Monastery. To maximize our time, we hired a car that will bring us to Kyaukpadaung Township in the

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Travel Guide: The Ruins in Talisay City

The Ruins in Talisay City, a tourist magnet bear a saga of love, betrayal, death and war. A mysterious mansion says many things in silence. The estate is a quiet observer of history. Now it is empty and companionless, mourns for the loss of its glory in the past and the friendly company of Don

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Boracay Island wins Travel and Leisure Magazine’s 2012 World's Best Island

Boracay Island in the Philippines has been named ‘2012 World's Best Island’ by Travel and Leisure Magazine for 2012. In addition, Discovery Shores in Boracay was named ‘Best Hotel Spa in Asia’ for 2012 by Travel and Leisure Magazine.

Early Morning in Boracay
This is a significant win

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Exploring Helsinki on a Budget

Guestpost by : Emma Harris

Helsinki has often been topped a number of lists of the most expensive places in the world and this puts a lot of potential visitors off. But what can you really expect from the capital of a place that has previously been voted “the best country in the world?”.

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Bohol Countryside Tour with PHILTOA

After our short adventure stop at the Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary in Corella, we had some group photos outside the tarsier sanctuary together with Media participants, travel agents and PHILTOA officers. Our second day in Bohol is probably the busiest day for the entire 6 days of our Central

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Exploring the Historic City of Tayabas

Previous Post: Overnight Stay at Kamayan sa Palaisdaan Resort

After having selfies and group shots, everyone hopped on the tour bus to start exploring our next destination - the Historic City of Tayabas. Apart from being one of the most progressive town in Quezon Province, Tayabas is known

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Travel Gadgets: Acme Made San Francisco Back to School Promo

Heres something for Apple iPad users, Acme Made San Francisco is currently offering back to school promo! Buy any Macbook Air and Macbook Pro to get 50% off on the Skinny Sleve iPad case and other selected Acme Made Products!

Acme Made Back to School Promo
This Promo is available from June

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Overnight Stay at Estrellas de Mendoza Playa Resort in San Juan Batangas

After our Sariaya Culinary and Heritage Tour, we headed to San Juan Batangas for an overnight stay at Estrellas de Mendoza Playa Resort.

Tree House at Laiya Coco Grove Resort
Before proceeding to Estrellas de Mendoza Playa Resort, we visited two other resorts in Laiya for a quick inspection.

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Five helpful tips on travelling light with your family

Lugging around big, unwieldy and bulging bags in a new destination is no fun. Travellers who can pack light get to enjoy lower fares at Jetstar with just carry-on baggage, and get more time to savour every minute of their family holiday. Here are five Jetstar tips for packing light and having

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Travel Gears: Ye!! Energy Xtreme External Power Bank

One of the big problems with traveling around these days is having all the right adaptors and power sources for all the gadgets and electronics that we carry. Right? So naturally, until battery technology itself gets much better, we have to rely on a combination of being smart about recharging,

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Why I want to visit Guam?

Guam is one of the best tourist destinations with beautiful white sand beaches which are tropical in nature, entertainment destinations, and places of historical importance. You will never be short of entertainment and enjoyable experience in the Island.

Beaches in Guam
Guam is an

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Places to Explore in Kota Bharu, Kelantan in Malaysia

Malaysia is considered as one of the best tourism destinations in Asia. This is because of its wonderful and attractive states like the  State of Kelantan. In Kelantan alone, there are no shortages of places to visit. Below are some of the many places that not only tourists but local residents

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The Fall of Corregidor: 72 Years Later

Exactly 72 years ago, a white flag was waving at the entrance to Malinta tunnel. That was the day "The Rock" was surrendered to the Japanese Imperial Army, a historic event that we commemorate now as the Fall of Corregidor. The waving of the white flag was the start of their fall, but through

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Hawaii — Coming Back to an Old Favorite

It's the 50th U.S. state, home to America's president, pineapple sautéed pork, and luaus. It's an island paradise you can reach without the hazards of a third-world country. Visiting Hawaii inexpensively is not always easy, but it can be done if you plan ahead. Before you go you may want to

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Staycation Series: F1 Hotel Manila Review

Do you really think Manila is not a perfect place for staycation? Convince me! Almost a month ago, I started my staycation series and believe me, Metro Manila has its share of beautiful skyline. I just love rooms with a view. Manila Skyline may not be as beautiful as Singapore or New York but

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Zest Air to be rebranded as AirAsia Zest

Zest Air is now flying with AirAsia, The World’s Best Low Cost Airline. The Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) approved “AirAsia Zest” as the new brand name of Zest Airways, Inc.  CAB also approved the new logo of Zest Airways, Inc., wherein the Zest name has been incorporated into the iconic

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Featured Traveler: Brendan Lee of Brenontheroad.com

Brendan has been travelling full time since 2011. His passions include volunteering, learning languages, and discovering local cuisine. He is an accountant by profession but he decided to leave his 8-5 job to explore the world one destination at a time.

Looking out over El Nido
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8 Reasons Why You Should Visit Escolta, Manila

You’ve probably seen the buzz about #selfiEscolta online or in print. But even if you missed the event, you should still visit the Queen of Manila’s Streets. Here are 8 reasons why you go and visit this side of the metro:

El Hogar Building by Solo Galura

1. Magnificent sights
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The Most Beautiful Sceneries in Japan

Japan is a beautifully unique country with an endless number of scenic views. The sceneries in Japan range from the serene landscapes of Mt. Fuji to the ever-impressive light show of Tokyo at night. Japan also provides gorgeous views of the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Japan, while celebrating

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Ford Launches the ‘EcoSport Urban Discoveries’ campaign; Invites Fans to discover the city with the All-New Ford EcoSport

Ford Philippines announced a new interactive pre-launch campaign, in anticipation of the arrival of the all-new Ford EcoSport in the country. ‘EcoSport Urban Discoveries’ is designed to bring out the city adventurer in every Filipino consumer by inviting them to share their favorite urban

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