Philippines bags nine global nominations at the 32nd World Travel Awards

The Philippines continues to cement its place among the world’s premier travel destinations, earning nine global nominations at the 32nd Annual World Travel Awards (WTA)—a recognition that underscores the country’s growing influence on the international tourism stage. After a strong performance in the Asia-level awards, the Philippines now vies for top honors in nine global…

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Tourism chief hails return of e-Visa for Chinese visitors

Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco has welcomed the reinstatement of the electronic visa (e-Visa) system for Chinese nationals, set to take effect in November 2025, calling it a long-awaited boost for the country’s tourism recovery. “The suspension of the e-Visa system in 2023 had a significant and measurable impact on our ability…

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Belle Group plants trees at Tagaytay Highlands

Standing up for the environment one tree at a time. Photo shows Michelle Hernandez, Belle Corporation (Belle) Governance Vice President; Gina Diolina, Belle Accounting Assistant Vice President; Sherly Blanca, Belle Human Resources and Admin Head; Dioville Villarias, Pacific Online Systems Corporation Chief Finance Officer; Aileen Malto, Belle Chief Finance Officer; Grace Buban, Belle Treasury Assistant…

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Philippine Pavilion wins Silver Award for exhibition design at World Expo 2025 Osaka

The Philippines has earned global acclaim at the World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, as the Philippine Pavilion received the Silver Award for Exhibition Design from the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE), the organization that regulates and oversees World Expos. The distinction recognizes self-built pavilions under 1,500 square meters that exemplify outstanding exhibit design and…

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IKEA opens first Plan & Order Shop at TriNoma, Quezon City

Big things are coming to the north! 🏙️✨ IKEA is opening its second store in the Philippines — a Plan & Order Shop at TriNoma, Quezon City — this October 23, 2025! 🇸🇪🛋️ This new concept store marks another milestone for the Swedish home furnishing giant, bringing affordable, sustainable, and stylish design closer to northern…

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Beko shares four smart kitchen and laundry hacks for the busy holiday host

Paskong Pinoy is a whirlwind of reunions, traditions, and endless preparations—a true test of patience and creativity for even the most seasoned hosts. Between crafting a feast that dazzles and keeping every corner of the home guest-ready, the holidays can easily become overwhelming. This year, the key is convenience and efficiency for a truly seamless…

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Philippines eyes bigger global tourism deals at ITB Asia 2025

The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines is gearing up to make a strong impression at ITB Asia 2025, the region’s most prestigious travel trade show, slated for October 15 to 17 at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore. Bringing together over a thousand exhibitors from Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Americas, Africa, and the Middle…

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DOT, DOLE open doors to 1,700 tourism jobs at ‘Trabaho, Turismo, Asenso’ fair

Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco (right) engages with Sherwin Niño Bodo (left), one of the individuals hired on the spot during the opening day of the 4th Trabaho, Turismo, Asenso: Philippine Tourism Job Fair on Wednesday (Oct. 9) at the SMX Convention Center Manila. A joint initiative of the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the…

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Property markets defy Metro Manila slowdown, PHINMA’s Bacolod township leads the way

The proposed Saludad township project of PHINMA Group of Companies in Bacolod City. The conglomerate on Thursday (Oct. 9, 2025) said sales of mid-range priced condominium units in provincial areas remain resilient, unlike in Metro Manila, as noted in a recent report of a property consultancy firm. (Photo courtesy of PHINMA) While Metro Manila’s mid-range condominium…

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