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The Mental Wellness Odyssey: Unveiling Travel’s Transformative Power

In our hectic world, travel transcends leisure, impacting mental health beyond its scenic and cultural appeal, as supported by scientific evidence. Escape Stress: Travel breaks routine, offering a refreshing respite from daily demands, reducing stress. Joyful Exploration: Experiences, not possessions, bring happiness. Travel’s thrill and diversity elevate joy. Mindful Journey: Travel promotes mindfulness, offering moments […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

DoubleDragon to unveil new Hotel101 projects

DoubleDragon Corp., the property developer owned by Edgar “Injap” Sia II and Tony Tan Caktiong, is set to unleash new hotels under the Hotel101 brand starting this year......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 25th, 2024

Ladine Roxas’ love affair with music

Life for Ladine Roxas is perhaps never complete without melodies and harmonies. You see, even after she lay low in performing in music lounges in hotels, Ladine has been constantly involved in making music and discovering singing gems......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 24th, 2024

9th ITF amplifies ‘Love to Travel’ to boost local tourism

The 9th edition of the International Travel Festival (ITF) encourages people to “Love to Travel” with over 160 exhibitors gathered in one venue to take local tourism an extra mile at the Pacific Grand Ballroom of the Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino, starting May 3 to 5, 2024.  Airlines, travel agencies, resorts, hotels, and.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 19th, 2024

Hotel group bucks legislated wage increase

The proposed legislated wage increase would hurt the tourism industry, particularly hotels still grappling with the effects of strict pandemic restrictions enforced four years ago, a business group declared......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

Hotel101-Madrid breaks ground

DoubleDragon Corp. has started the development of its Hotel101 project in Spain, which is set to become one of the top five largest hotels in Madrid once completed by late next year......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

Prosperous Beginnings, NUSTAR Resort Welcomes the Year of the Wood Dragon

NUSTAR Resort Cebu welcomed the year of the Wood Dragon with cheers and held a Prosperity Parade around the resort that concluded with the symbolic Prosperity Toss with NUSTAR executives at The Atrium. The Prosperity Parade commenced at the lobby attended by NUSTAR Executives Alan Teo, Chief Operating Officer of Universal Hotels and Resorts Inc.,.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2024

DOT Usec Bathan issues apology for viral post on helping friend in Japan

Tourism Undersecretary for legal and special concerns Mae Elaine Bathan, also the chief of staff of Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco, on Friday issued a statement acknowledging that she should be more mindful of her social media activity following her viral Facebook post that drew criticisms......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 5th, 2024

Historic surf meet carves new tourism niche for Baler

The inaugural World Surf League (WSL) competition launched here will create a new niche for the municipality and the province in terms of tourism, a Department of Tourism (DOT) official said......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 2024

A gold rush trap: How smuggled migrants end up exploited in African mines on their way to the Mediterranean

The Mediterranean is one of the largest and deadliest migration routes in the world.In the Kedougou region of south-east Senegal, deep black holes dot the otherwise golden and green savannas. The area, on the border with Mali, is home to 98 per cent of the country's gold mines. Local villagers have been digging for the precious metal for decades, but in recent year.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

Palawan Recognized as One of the Top Destinations in World for 2024

Palawan has once again earned recognition as one of the Trending Destinations in the World for 2024 on Tripadvisor, the global hub for travel deals and reviews. This follows Palawan’s outstanding global achievements in 2023, being named one of the World’s Most Desirable Countries for Adventure, making it to Travel + Leisure’s top Islands, and […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

No sanctions for teacher scolding pupils — VP Sara

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President and Secretary of the Department of Education (DepEd) Sara Duterte announced on Thursday that the teacher who was seen in a viral video scolding her class will not face any penalties. According to Duterte, she just wants to remind the teacher that when she is angry, she has to pause.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

DOT eyes exceeding P1.5 trillion in domestic visitor receipts for 2024

Tourism Secretary Frasco said on Sunday that the Department of Tourism aims to outperform the previous domestic visitor receipts, citing last year's strong performance......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Slabs from skywalk may be used for footbridges

Slabs from skywalk may be used for footbridges.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 21st, 2024

DOT inarangkada ang ‘Philippine Eatsperience’ sa Rizal Park, Intramuros

MALIBAN sa summer season, inaabangan din sa ating bansa ang tinatawag na “Fiesta Season” na nagsisimula pagdating ng Abril. Alam naman natin na maliban sa magagandang tourist attractions, isa rin sa mga nagbibigay-buhay at sigla sa Pilipinas ay ang mga pagdiriwang ng iba’t-ibang piyesta –mula sa sikat na Sinulog Festival sa Cebu hanggang sa Ati-Atihan.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

DOT: Philippines welcomes over 1.2 million tourists

Over 1.2 million tourists visited the Philippines from January to March 5 this year, according to the Department of Tourism......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

Samal resort gets notice of violation over hawksbill turtle hatchlings

The Department of Natural Resources-Davao Region (DENR-Davao) has issued a notice of violation to Isla Reta Beach Resort in Samal for the illegal possession of hawksbill turtle hatchlings. The resort violated Republic Act 9147, which prohibits the exploitation of wildlife resources and their habitats. The law strictly prohibits collecting, hunting, or possessing wildlife or their by-products, with penalties including imprisonment and fines. In response to the notice, the resort's owner must release the turtle hatchlings within a day, or face legal action. Despite the resort's intention to care for and release the hatchlings after six months, DENR-Davao found 130 hatchlings inside styro boxes and emphasized the critical importance of immediately releasing them to ensure their survival. The Philippines recognizes five sea turtle species, with hawksbill and leatherback classified as critically endangered. DENR-Davao encourages individuals to report wildlife sightings and pledges to conduct public awareness campaigns for wildlife conservation. Isla Reta Beach Resort faced criticism for unauthorized plans to raise the hatchlings......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

30 PGT spots at stake for top Filipino amateur, pro golfers

Aiming for a triumphant leap from the amateur to the professional ranks, former Junior World champion Aidric Chan trekked from Cagayan de Oro to Davao to compete in the Philippine Golf Tour Qualifying School unfolding Tuesday, March 5, at the South Pacific Golf and Leisure Estates......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

3 stolen motorcycles used by terrorists recovered in Cotabato town

The police and military together impounded in a joint operation on Friday three stolen motorcycles that local terrorists had reportedly used in transporting home-made bombs from one area to another and in distributing shabu to contacts in different towns in Cotabato province......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 30th, 2024

Clergy woman tells UN how Anti-Terror Act is used vs rights defenders

Human rights group Karapatan, said there are at least 91 individuals who have been charged with violations of the ATA and Republic Act No. 10168 or the law on the prevention and suppression of terrorist financing. There are also at least 27 political prisoners charged under both laws. The post Clergy woman tells UN how Anti-Terror Act is used vs rights defenders appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024