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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

The power of words and reading

My favorite quotation on reading and books is from former US president Barack Obama, who said in a 2017 interview on what books mean to him: “…(reading) reintroduced me to the power of words as a way to figure out who you are and what you think, and what you believe, and what’s important, and to sort through and interpret this swirl of events that is happening around you every minute.”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Real property and business owners may pay their dues while malling

MANILA Mayor Honey Lacuna said that the payment of real property and business permits can now be done on the side, while malling. The lady mayor said that owners of businesses and real properties in the city have the option of settling their dues in a shopping mall, apart from doing it online or within […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  journalRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Grids still on alert amid demand surge

Power grids across the country remained on alert yesterday, according to the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 27th, 2024

Luzon, Visayas grids on yellow alert anew

The Luzon and Visayas grids remained under yellow alert yesterday, according to the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 26th, 2024

Mindanao grid placed on yellow alert

The Mindanao power grid was placed on yellow alert yesterday alongside the Luzon and Visayas grids due to outages of several power plants......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 24th, 2024

Yellow alert for Luzon grid from 6 to 10 p.m. — NGCP

The National Grid Corp. of the Philippines has issued a yellow alert for the Luzon grid from 6 to 10 p.m. due to limited power supply......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 20th, 2024

Luzon, Visayas grids on yellow alert

The Luzon and Visayas grids were placed under yellow alert yesterday, with several power plants still on forced outage or running on derated capacity, according to the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 17th, 2024

NGCP: Conserve power amid yellow alert

NGCP: Conserve power amid yellow alert.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 17th, 2024

Alerts raised on Visayas, Luzon grids due to power woes

MANILA, Philippines — The Visayas grid was placed on yellow alert while the Luzon grid on red alert by the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP) on Tuesday, April 16. This was after 42 power plants either stopped supplying electricity or reduced their output. When power supply is insufficient to meet consumer demand then.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 17th, 2024

Luzon, Visayas grids placed under red, yellow alert

With several power plants either offline or operating at reduced capacity, the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines yesterday placed the Luzon and Visayas grids on red and yellow alert status......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 16th, 2024

CDC issues health alert for bird flu infection in US

A farm worker in Texas has tested positive for avian influenza, prompting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to issue a health alert......»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsApr 6th, 2024

‘BE CAREFUL’ | Negros Occidental under heightened alert for Holy Week

‘BE CAREFUL’ | Negros Occidental under heightened alert for Holy Week.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024

LTO-7 on high alert for Holy Week

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Land Transportation Office in Central Visayas (LTO-7) is on high alert starting March 24 to 31, for the Holy Week. The LTO-7 announced their “Oplan Biyaheng Ayos: Semana Santa and Summer Vacation 2024” in a press release last Friday. Director Glen Galario has instructed all LTO-7 district and extension offices.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 24th, 2024

DOH raises Code White Alert for Holy Week

DOH raises Code White Alert for Holy Week.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 23rd, 2024

Bohol encounter: Police on full alert following clash with ‘NPA fighters’

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Bohol encounter on Friday between government forces and NPA rebels has put the province’s entire police force on full alert status.  Bohol Provincial Police Office (BPPO) Spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Norman Nuez said the Bohol  encounter occurred in Bilar town. Nuez also relayed the agency’s official statement in a video posted.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 23rd, 2024

Alert order vs Teves out – DOJ

Two alert list orders have been issued by the Bureau of Immigration against expelled Negros Oriental Rep. Arnolfo Teves Jr., who has been tagged as the brains in the assassination of former governor Roel Degamo......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 23rd, 2024

To keep whales safe, Coast Guard launches boat alert system in Seattle

To keep whales safe, Coast Guard launches boat alert system in Seattle.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024

CHR to launch alert system for journalists under attack

In a statement, the CHR said that “Alisto! Alert Mechanism” seeks to “provide a concrete platform where it may directly respond to attacks and threats against media workers.”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 18th, 2024

Ysabel Ortega na-shock nang mag-‘I love you’ sa kanya si Miguel Tanfelix

PINAKILIG ni Miguel Tanfelix ang mga fans sa naging birthday message niya para sa kanyang ka-loveteam na si Ysabel Ortega. Nagkaroon ng advance birthday celebration si Ysabel sa “All-Out Sundays” ng GMA 7 at nahingan nga si Miguel ng mensahe para sa dalaga. Sa darating na January 25 ang eksaktong 25th birthday ni Ysabel pero.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 23rd, 2024