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Travel agencies group warns about cheap, illegal operators

The Davao Travel Agencies Association (DTAA) has issued a warning about unregistered and illegal travel and tour operators in their area. These operators have been found to be offering travel and tour services without proper licensing, leading to issues such as lack of refunds, scheduling problems, and other travel arrangement discrepancies. Pia Partoza Montano, a travel agency owner and Vice-President for the Travel and Tours Sector of DTAA, emphasized the prevalence of these unauthorized operators, particularly in inbound tourism, and the challenges in monitoring and regulating them due to their large numbers. Montano also highlighted the potential risks associated with using these unregistered agencies, as they may offer cheaper rates but could lead to problems in case of incidents. To address this issue, the Department of Tourism-Davao (DOT-Davao) has introduced a QR code system to help the public verify the legitimacy of travel agencies by accessing data on authorized and registered operators. The DOT-Davao encourages travelers to transact with accredited enterprises to ensure the quality and reliability of their travel arrangements. Currently, there are at least 109 registered travel and tour agencies in Davao City under DOT-Davao's accreditation. The DOT-Davao also provides information on the requirements for registration and renewal for travel agencies on their official website. This warning serves as a reminder for the public to be cautious and discerning when engaging with travel and tour operators to avoid falling victim to unauthorized and illegitimate services......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 17th, 2024

Uncertainty looms over Davao-Samal Bridge project amid RoW hurdles

The construction of the Samal Island-Davao City Connector (SIDC), also known as the Davao-Samal Bridge project, has faced numerous setbacks due to right-of-way (ROW) acquisition challenges. The project was halted on January 3, 2024, due to issues with landowners near a pier in Lanang at Davao City, leading to delays in the project's implementation. While there have been conflicting statements regarding the project's status, the National Economic and Development Authority-Davao Region (Neda-Davao) aims to complete the detailed engineering plans for the substructure of the west land via dock once the Deed of Transfer Possession in Davao City is released. However, ROW issues continue to persist. Despite these challenges, the project is still considered a priority and is included in the Davao Region Development Plan (DRDP) for 2023–2028. The project is funded through China’s Official Development Assistance with an estimated budget of P23.04 billion, and negotiations with the Philippine government are ongoing with a target completion date in 2027. The uncertainty surrounding the project's timeline remains as ROW hurdles persist, impacting the much-anticipated toll-free four-lane concrete exodus bridge spanning a 3.98-kilometer distance......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

HIRING | Project Administrative Officer

The Mindanao Institute of Journalism (MIJ) is hiring a Project Administrative Officer. Duty Station: Davao City, Davao del Sur, Philippines* Application Deadline: 13 March 2024 Type of Contract: Fixed-Term, Full-Time Reporting To: Project Lead  Expected Duration of Engagement: Until December 2026  Expected Start Date: 01 April 2024 *relocation will not be provided Background Mindanao Institute […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

Rama plans to redesign CBRT bus station at Capitol for heritage preservation

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT) project is facing delays, and the mayor’s new plans might make it take even longer. Mayor Michael Rama wants to remove the planned bus station near the Capitol building because it doesn’t fit with the area’s heritage. He plans to replace it with a new.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated News5 hr. 19 min. ago

Jaclyn Jose nagparamdam sa kaibigan sa pamamagitan ng paruparo

MARIING pinabulaanan ng malapit na kaibigan ni Jaclyn Jose na si Jo Macasa ang balitang namatay ang aktres na malungkot at may mga dinaramdam. Ayon kay Jo, hindi totoo ang kumakalat na chika na sumakabilang-buhay ang award-wining actress na mabigat ang kalooban dahil kabaligtaran ito ng lahat ng kanyang nalalaman. “I just wanna clarify also.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 12th, 2024

Bullet Jalosjos, Bong Suntay clarify rumors linking them to Dominic Roque

Dapitan City Mayor Bullet Jalosjos and former congressman Bong Suntay clarified several issues linking them to their friend, actor Dominic Roque......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 21st, 2024

Election plan taken out of context, no mention of resignation — Sara Duterte

Vice President Sara Duterte on Wednesday still refused to clarify her election bid plans, this time telling reporters that her announcement of running again in the next polls was taken out of context......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

CLLEx right-of-way row resolved; project to resume Q2 — Zambales guv

The Central Luzon Link Expressway, which has faced long delays due to right-of-way claims, got a new lease in life after a dialogue between project officials and landowners affected by the project resolved problems besetting the government project......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 31st, 2024

Alternergy reallocates IPO proceeds to Tanay and Alabat projects

Alternergy, the renewable energy generation company founded by Vince Pérez (former DoE Secretary), announced that its board of directors reallocated P65 million of the IPO proceeds that were originally scheduled for the Solana Solar Project, Ibulao Mini Hydro Project, Cavite Offshore Wind Project, Tablas Strait Offshore Wind Project, and the operationalization of Green Energy Supply Solutions Inc......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 26th, 2024

Who is Atty. Kent Francesco Jongoy, the newly endorsed CBRT project manager?

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama has recently endorsed a new project manager for the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT) project. Meet incoming CBRT project manager Lawyer Kent Francesco Jongoy, the assistant head of the Cebu City Transportation Office (CCTO), the head of its Public Mass Transportation Division, and its legal officer......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

300M Coliseum Project is set to be constructed at the CatSU Compound

Catanduanes State University’s leadership joyfully announces the initiation of a 300 million project aimed at constructing a coliseum on a one-hectare plot within the campus. In a statement by President Patrick Azanza, he indicated that the initial phase, valued at 100 million, is slated to commence this year, with the entire project anticipated to conclude […] The post 300M Coliseum Project is set to be constructed at the CatSU Compound appeared first on Bicol Peryodiko......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 11th, 2024

Sipalay establishes community tsunami alerting station

Sipalay establishes community tsunami alerting station.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 2nd, 2024

Local FM station, two broadcasters in Cebu sanctioned

CEBU CITY, Philippines – A local FM radio station and two of its broadcasters have been sanctioned by the Cebu City Anti-Indecency Board (CCAIB) due to their controversial interview with a minor rape victim that went viral. In a report from Cebu City News and Information, the CCAIB addressed the issue that went viral last.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

Philippine regulators suspend TV programs on station linked to Duterte on-air threat - BenarNews

Philippine regulators suspend TV programs on station linked to Duterte on-air threat BenarNews.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 17th, 2024

Security lapses at Jaro police station probed after detainee s daring escape

Security lapses at Jaro police station probed after detainee s daring escape.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 1st, 2024

45 PUPCs of Opao police station undergo medical check-up

MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – Around 45 persons under police custody (PUPCs) of Opao Police Station in Mandaue City underwent a medical check-up on Wednesday, Feb. 28. The City Health Office (MCHO) led the medical check-up to determine the physical health of the PUPCs. They were also provided with medicines and vitamins. MCHO Kadagatan Cluster Head.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 28th, 2024

Dominic Roque hindi binigyan ng gas station, ayon mismo sa oil firm

NAGSALITA na rin mismo ang management ng gas company na nasangkot sa mga isyung ibinabato laban sa aktor na si Dominic Roque. Ito ‘yung chismis na binigyan umano ng sariling gasoline station si Dominic na siyang brand ambassador ng oil firm. Ayon sa kumpanya, hindi totoo ang mga balitang ito at kaya sila naglabas ng.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 24th, 2024

Man brings bullets into MRT-3 station

A man was arrested for allegedly carrying bullets for a .40-caliber handgun into the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3)’s GMA-Kamuning station in Quezon City on Tuesday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 21st, 2024

Cleanfuel says Dominic Roque does not have gas station

Cleanfuel denied that brand ambassador Dominic Roque has his own gas station. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 21st, 2024

Cleanfuel opens new Batangas station

Cleanfuel has expanded its presence in South Luzon with the opening of a new retail station targeted to address the fuel requirements of the growing commercial business of Batangas City......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024