Rising demand: More Filipinos embrace first-class travel

Vanessa Hidalgo 12/08/2024

More Filipinos are now willing to pay extra for the luxury of first-class seats. Emirates reports flying 3,166 first-class passengers in the first 10 months of 2024, expecting to exceed the 3,609 passengers it served in 2023.…

A Christmas gift idea that would last a lifetime: Solo traveling

Immae Lachica 12/04/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines—While everyone is listing down the things they want to give themselves this Christmas season, perhaps it’s time to ponder something that can’t be stored in cabinets or closets. Have you ever thought of giving…

Taiwan tourism rebounds, with Filipinos among the top visitors

Ian Nicolas P. Cigaral - @inquirerdotnet 11/24/2024

  Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions, Taiwan continues to attract Filipino tourists. Its charm lies in efforts to revamp its tourism industry, drawing more Southeast Asian visitors. Tourist numbers are now approaching pre-pandemic levels. Latest data from the…

Traveling during the holidays can be stressful. These tips can make it a little easier

Associated Press 11/24/2024

Travel can be stressful in the best of times. Now add in the high-level anxiety that seems to be baked into every holiday season and it’s clear that travelers could use some help calming frazzled nerves. Travel…

Suroy-Suroy Sugbo Southern Heritage Trail 2024: LIVE UPDATES

Emmariel Ares, Kurt Daryle Romariz 11/23/2024

CEBU, Philippines–(UPDATED 3:31 p.m., November  23) The Suroy Suroy Sugbo Southern Heritage Trail 2024 officially kicked off on Friday morning, November 22, 2024, as participants arrived at the first stop in the vibrant town of Minglanilla in…

Cebuanos urged: Explore Hungary, the ‘Land of Waters’

Emmariel Ares 11/13/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – “Think Hungary — More than Expected.” This is the official tourism tagline of Hungary, a country best known for its thermal springs, fairy tale architecture, folklore, and enchanting history. Boasting about the rich…

The Chiang Mai experience: Up close with the gentle giants

Immae Lachica 11/12/2024

Chiang Mai, Thailand—For many of us, Dumbo was the first elephant to capture our hearts, with his big ears, warm spirit, and boundless charm. But beyond the screen, real elephants face a harsher world, often enduring abuse…

Living in Shanghai as an international student

Carl Lorenciana 11/05/2024

Shanghai, CHINA — It’s already been over a month since I moved here to fulfill a lifelong dream of becoming an international student and living in a foreign country. You know, there’s a saying “Take every chance…

Beyond Seoul: Discovering Korea’s rich culture, history 

Morexette Marie B. Erram 10/28/2024

  SEOUL, South Korea — When visiting South Korea, exploring its capital Seoul often comes to the top of mind.  After all, the city has everything — from shopping, food, and sights. Not to mention the tons…

Wave check: Surfing in San Fernando, Cebu

Immae Lachica 10/25/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines— Hidden in a small, industrious yet thriving municipality in the southern part of Cebu lies a gem that has been discovered by few but is ready to be explored by many. San Fernando, Cebu,…

It’s not as world-famous as ramen or sushi. But the humble onigiri is soul food in Japan

06/23/2024

TOKYO (AP) — The word “onigiri” became part of the Oxford English Dictionary this year, proof that the humble sticky-rice ball and mainstay of Japanese food has entered the global lexicon. The rice balls are stuffed with…

Plane fares to go down July

Tyrone Jasper C. Piad 06/22/2024

Plane fares are expected to become cheaper next month after the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) brought down the fuel surcharge for the first time since February. In its latest advisory, CAB announced that the fuel surcharge for…

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