Earlier this month, the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) launched the Philippine Development Plan (PDP) 2017-2022, which is the Duterte administration’s blueprint for the country’s development. The AmBisyon Natin
“Experience the Philippines” is officially the new tourism slogan. The Department of Tourism showcased its latest motto that practically defines how we’re meant to be seen by the rest of
For some reason, I’m not surprised. Despite the number of backpackers and tourists going in and out of the country every day, majority of them still think that Manila is
There’s something exciting yet nerve-wracking about moving into a new home. It is indeed difficult, particularly for individuals who undergo puberty. Aside from dealing with the move, they are also
Banh mi and pho are the best-known Vietnamese dishes, but Dalat proprietor Jay Le has bigger dreams for Vietnamese cuisine in the Philippines. After taking his masters in marketing, he
“Alam mo ang tingin ko sa Maynila, parang ulap, lumulutang,” William Martinez’s Alex tells a bunch of his friends as they lie down by Manila Bay in Ishmael Bernal’s Manila
“There’s no such thing as authentic.” This is what Nicco Santos realized during his travels around Southeast Asia to explore its colorful cuisines. Santos, a portrait photographer and co-owner and
Despite our (give or take) 7,641 islands, an estimated 26,000 sq. km. of coral reef area, over 432,000 ship calls from both domestic and foreign vessels, and sea-related industries that
“There is comfort in being nothing,” Siargao-based architect Monika Rivilla answers when asked about surfing. “If you allow yourself to let [the tall, powerful waves] take control of you, whether
If you’re still looking for something to do for the summer and can’t decide between joining workshops or going on a road trip, here’s your answer: The Knitting Expedition and
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