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‘Dolomite, Baseco beaches unsafe for swimming’

MANILA, Philippines — People visiting the Dolomite and Baseco Beaches in Manila should not attempt to swim as Manila Bay remains unsafe for swimming, Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna said on Friday. The coliform level of Manila Bay’s waters registered at 32,595.2 most probable number per 100 milliliters (mpn/100 mL) on the real-time water quality monitoring system at the Manila Bay Baywalk station on Friday morning. According to the Department of...

Sicogon is hot again: Here's the best way to travel there

Many of us have heard of Sicogon, maybe because it was the island paradise before Boracay was discovered, with a high-end resort that attracted travelers in the ’70s and ’80s. But that was back in the day, the resort fell into disrepair, and other destinations have been discovered and popularized since then. Today, turns out this island in northern Iloilo is every bit as beautiful as other, more hyped Philippine destinations — maybe even more so...

8 Summer Staples You Can Wear at the Beach, Indoors, and Anywhere in Between

These wear-anywhere pieces are an investment.

Cebu Pacific brings back CEB Super Pass

LOW-COST airline Cebu Pacific Inc. on Friday brought back a travel voucher promotion to entice more passengers to fly across its domestic network via Cebu Pacific or Cebgo. From 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. of March 31, passengers were able to purchase as many passes as they want for a P99 one-way base fare, exclusive of surcharges and other fees, for travel within the April 7, 2023 to April 30, 2024 period. The vouchers can be redeemed seven days before...

Pamosong alay-lakad ng Antipolo Cathedral, magbabalik ngayong Semana Santa

Pamosong alay-lakad ng Antipolo Cathedral, magbabalik ngayong Semana Santa

Guinness Beasts: the world's most venomous animals and other curiosities

If you live in Australia, you already know everything. If, on the other hand, you are lucky enough to live in a place where every animal species does not try to kill you, then you will find it interesting to know which are the most venomous animals in the world according to the Guinness World Record 2023. Obviously, these are not specimens you can encounter while walking around the country with friends, but you should be especially careful: knowing how to recognise them is very important, because it could save your life. For each species, we have also indicated the poison index, so that you can make the necessary comparisons. Dive into this review of horrors with us - have fun.

This Under-the-Radar Waterfall Near Manila Has Reopened to the Public

Go beyond Pampanga's culinary itinerary.

LIST: 12 Airbnbs below P5,000 that are a drive-away from Metro Manila

As the summer season arrives, it only. means one thing: road trips. Metro Manila is within driving distance of a variety of weekend road trip destinations. Itching for the beach? There's Batangas. How about hiking? Rizal has plenty of spots for that. It's the perfect time to make your postponed dream getaways into reality. It is your time too, to u...

Ilang bus terminal at pantalan, ininspeksyon ng mga awtoridad | 24 Oras Weekend

24 Oras Weekend is GMA Network’s flagship newscast, anchored by Ivan Mayrina and Pia Arcangel. It airs on GMA-7, Saturdays and Sundays at 5:30 PM (PHL Time). For more videos from 24 Oras Weekend, visit http://www.gmanews.tv/24orasweekend. #Nakatutok24Oras Breaking news and stories from the Philippines and abroad: GMA News and Public Affairs Portal: http://www.gmanews.tv Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gmanews Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/gmanews Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/gmanews GMA Network Kapuso programs on GMA Pinoy TV: https://gmapinoytv.com/subscribe

13 Breathtakingly beautiful places in Anchorage

Inside Spaces: Come Closer to Nature at This Family-Friendly Villa in El Nido

Rates start at P17,500

Ilang biyahe ng bus sa PITX, fully booked na hanggang April 6 | UB

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LTO on heightened alert from March 31 to April 11

The Land Transportation Office (LTO) will be on heightened alert for 11 days starting Friday to ensure safety of travelers amid the Holy Week and the summer vacation. In an advisory released Monday, the LTO said it will be on heightened alert starting March 31 until April 10, 2023, as part of “Oplan Biyaheng Ayos: Semana Santa and Summer Vacation 2023.” While on heightened alert, the LTO will focus on overall road safety such as the...

MIAA braces for 1.2M passengers at NAIA amid Holy Week break

The Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) on Saturday said it is bracing for an influx in passenger traffic in the four terminals of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) in the coming Holy Week. In a statement, the MIAA said it activated the “OPLAN Biyaheng Ayos: Semana Santa 2023” as it anticipates 1.2 million passengers to flock the country’s main gateway, beginning April 1 until April 10. MIAA General Manager Cesar Chiong...

Experience the top 10 attractions in Red Deer

Red Deer, Alberta, is perfect for those who love doing outdoor activities. The city is home to the Discovery Canyon, which guests should visit during the summer. It features a long, winding river where guests can ride floats while they float around. Aside from this, the city also features the Heritage Ranch, where guests can enjoy the scenery while...

Laser light caught on video, pointed at airplane before landing

A passenger on a commercial flight caught on her cellphone camera a green laser light being pointed at the aircraft from the ground. According to a report on State of the Nation, the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines said pointing a laser beam or a high-intensity light at aircraft is prohibited. Doing so is punishable by three years in prison or a fine of up to P500,000. Lasers pointed at airplanes may cause distraction, disruption,...

Headed to Rio De Janeiro? Here's what you shouldn't miss!

Harley-Davidson Adventure Centre Releases 2023 Schedule

Explore Wales aboard the Pan America 1250 Special.

Try these mouth-watering dishes on your trip to Austin

Travelers, Take Note: These Airlines Are Switching NAIA Terminals

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How could the airports of the future be? Here is the LAX 2.0 project

Airports have been an essential part of air transportation for decades, but with increasing air traffic and urbanization, their design and functionality are becoming increasingly obsolete. The world's busiest airport by passenger numbers is Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson airport in the state of Georgia, USA, with more than 110 million annual transit passengers. The project LAX 2.0, the vertical airport, could be an innovative solution to these challenges. We explore the project LAX 2.0, the vertical airport, which could revolutionize the future of air transportation.

Disney Cruise to Set Sail From Singapore and Across Southeast Asia

It's "where magic meets the sea."

Woman leaves AirPods on a plane, tracks them to airport worker’s home

A woman who left her AirPods on a plane tracked them to an airport worker’s home a few weeks later. According to a report by CNN International, Alisabeth Hayden realized she left her jacket along with her earphones upon getting off the United Airlines plane from Tokyo on a layover at San Francisco International Airport. She asked if she could go ba...

Isa sa top tourist destinations sa Mariveles, Bataan, may alok na iba't ibang exciting experience

Isa sa top tourist destinations sa Mariveles, Bataan, may alok na iba't ibang exciting experience

Italy in Hollywood: 15 foreign films shot in the Mediterranean paradise

Engines of growth

The Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) has become a huge cause of embarrassment for the country and worse, has become a cause of worry for travellers, including foreigners. Last February, there were two cases of theft recorded at NAIA allegedly committed by its employees. One involved a Thai tourist losing 20,000 yen and a Chinese tourist losing a watch. The Office of Transportation Security (OTS) launched an investigation into the...

The 14 eight-thousanders and the dispute over who really climbed them

Puerto Galera remains oil slick free, officials say

CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro: The tourist town of Puerto Galera remains free from the oil slick that is advancing in many areas in the province, parts of the Visayas and Batangas, including the marine protected area, the Verde Island Passage. This was confirmed after the province, through the Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP or Provincial Board), passed a resolution during a special session on Friday placing some areas under a state of calamity...

Finland, the world's happiest country, is offering a free course on happiness

Finland, the world's happiest country for six years in a row, is ready to share its secret via a free masterclass on happiness. In case you missed it, the Nordic country once again achieved the top spot based on the rankings of the World Happiness Report for 2023. The report is grounded on global survey data from people in more than 150 countries, ...

16 Most photo-worthy spots in Tulsa!

The best US National Parks with photos you won't believe!

The wonders of space: incredible photos of our Galaxy and of the distant worlds

How often do we turn our eyes to the sky and let our minds wander in the immensity of space. After all, we only see tiny dots, sometimes hidden by the lights of our cities, but we are actually looking at stars, planets, clusters of nebulae traveling at great speed through the cosmos. Modern technology allows us to observe worlds far away, far outside our solar system, revealing things we never thought possible to see imprinted in a photograph. Galaxies light-years away, black holes, huge rings around planets-all of these can now be observed through terrestrial telescopes, but also thanks to those sent to roam and get lost in deep space. We are setting off on a journey that will take us light years away, buckle up, you may not come back.

These 2 Filipino dine-in destinations are among Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants

Check out Toyo Eatery and Metiz the next time you are in Manila to experience why these two Filipino dining spots are among Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants in the best-of-list […] The post These 2 Filipino dine-in destinations are among Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants appeared first on Good News Pilipinas.

Best Travel & Tourism stocks to follow in 2022.

Travel and tourism is a broad category, with a diverse list of well-known brands. Ecotourism is a fast-growing niche, especially among young travelers. Tourism sector has been perhaps the hardest hit part of the economy by the COVID-19 pandemic. This list presents some of the best travel and tourism stocks to track in the post-pandemic era. The list's performance is calculated on an equally weighted method.

Golf Travel: playing in the Golf Temple of St Andrews

Enter the magical world of St. Andrews, the temple of golf, and discover the secrets and curiosities of this legendary place. The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews is one of the oldest and most prestigious golf clubs in the world. It is located in St.Andrews, Scotland, and is known universally as the "Home of Golf." From its historic origins to the major tournaments it hosts, St. Andrews is an icon for golf enthusiasts worldwide. Immerse yourself in the history and magic of the world's most prestigious golf club.

Business as usual in Puerto Galera – DoT Chief Frasco

DEPARTMENT of Tourism (DoT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco said that affected frontline tourism workers will be subjected to capacity building and skills training programs in a bid to prepare and provide them with alternative sources of livelihood, following the oil spill incident in Mindoro. "At this point, it's really about ensuring that our tourism frontline workers that for loss of work for a few days or weeks because of the oil spill, we...

Biodiversity and Tourism Center to rise in Negros Occidental

BIODIVERSITY CENTER The provincial government of Negros Occidental led by Gov. Eugenio Jose Lacson breaks ground Friday, March 31, 2023, the 60-hectare Biodiversity Conservation and Nature Tourism Center in Barangay San Fernando, Talisay City. CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS BIODIVERSITY CENTER The provincial government of Negros Occidental led by Gov. Eugenio Jose Lacson breaks ground Friday, March 31, 2023, the 60-hectare Biodiversity Conservation and...

These are the 22 most dangerous cities in America

Flight of fancy? Ukraine wants to rebuild the world’s largest airplane

The top 15 safest cities in the United Kingdom

When it comes to the safest cities in the United Kingdom, Plymouth and Aberdeen can boast they’re two of the top spots for having a fun and safe night out after both received the prestigious Purple Flag accreditation. Other destinations providing enviable conditions include the Orkney Islands, named “Britain’s best place to live” in a Halifax quality of life survey, and Bath, ranked the safest university town in England and Wales by the Complete University Guide in 2022. From historic hotspots to seaside escapes, these are the top 15 safest cities in the UK.

Sensational in Russia, a floating restaurant is sinking in the river

The floating restaurant Silver Whale is sinking in the Neva River in St. Petersburg. This was reported by the Russian news agency Tass.The ship housing the restaurant is moored near Pushkin Park and the sinking may have been caused by a leak in the hull. The history of the Silver Whale restaurant is not the happiest: the restaurant was originally supposed to be opened on the Moskva River, but after the project was rejected, the owner decided to move it to the Neva.The floating restaurant was never opened and so its owner decided to put the ship up for sale last September for an amount of 35 million roubles (around 425,000 euros).

BI to eliminate paper-based departure cards on May 1

Starting May 1, Filipinos will no longer need to fill out paper-based departure cards before leaving the country. Bureau of Immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco said in a statement on Friday that the eTravel system would soon be used for both arriving and departing passengers. “Travelers no longer have to fill out departure cards and instead may log in to the online portal prior to their flight,” he added. The eTravel system harmonizes and...

The library of chained books: a legacy of an ancient world is discovered in the Hereford Cathedral

Imagine a library in your town, where you can freely check out books but not borrow them because they are....attached to a chain. This is the scenario that stands in front of you in the English library in Hereford. The Hereford cathedral library is a theological reference and lending library located in the Hereford cathedral, England; it also holds books and manuscripts of great importance to the history of the county of Herefordshire. This chained library is not the only one of its kind in the world, but it is the only library of its kind to survive with all the chains, rods, and padlocks still intact.

Let's fly every juan to nustar

I always subscribe to what The Alchemist said: “When you want something, the whole universe conspires in order for you to achieve it.” Imagine walking into the ultra-luxurious lobby of a very classy hotel with a high chandelier of what resembles pieces of aqua water-colored glass. This masterpiece is inspired by the Sardine Run, which is also one of the tourist attractions in the southern town of Moalboal. Below the chandelier is a table by Vito...

Jonathan, the oldest living land animal according to Guinness World Records

Jonathan is a giant tortoise from Seychelles that has made (and continues to make) history as the world's oldest living land animal, officially recognized by Guinness World Records. This stunning tortoise specimen, also known as the giant tortoise from Seychelles, has lived for more than 190 years and continues to be an icon of animal biodiversity and longevity. Through the images, you will discover the beauty and majesty of this animal that has lived in total tranquility on the island of St. Helena in the Atlantic Ocean for most of its life. You will admire its impressive physical structure, characteristic of a species that has traversed geological epochs and climatic variations, adapting to different environmental conditions.

Easterlies, makaaapekto sa Visayas at Mindanao

Easterlies, makaaapekto sa Visayas at Mindanao

Rizal Park Hotel opens ballroom for fun Easter-themed games

CONTRIBUTED IMAGE RIZAL Park Hotel once again opens its ballroom doors on April 9 to celebrate Feaster: A Fun Easter at Rizal Park Hotel. Kids and kids-at-heart can enjoy a day of exciting activities other than the usual Easter egg hunt. The ticket covers one kid up to 12 years old and one adult companion, inclusive of a lootbag and access to the program, which starts at 2 p.m. and lasts until 6 p.m.The event covers Easter-themed games, a magic...

Voltes V: Legacy stars share the best summer of their lives

It’s that time of the year again where most people are getting ready for their vacations at the beach, in the mountains, or simply staying at home. To get some fun ideas for Summer 2023, the lead stars of GMA Network’s upcoming live-action adaptation of the popular anime series Voltes V: Legacy shared their best experiences and plans for this exciting season. Kapuso Ultimate Heartthrob Miguel Tanfelix, who plays the role of Steve Armstrong,...

LTFRB conducts surprise inspection on PITX buses for Holy Week

Land Transportation Office chief Jay Art Tugade conducted a surprise bus inspection at the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) on Saturday. According to a report by Bernadette Reyes on "24 Oras Weekend," bus tires, lights, and documents were thoroughly examined. During the inspection, a bus was seen having bald tires and a broken light, so it was not permitted to travel. The driver said that he consistently checks the bus before...