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Discover Quiapo’s History and Culture with This Community-Created App & Map

Janis November 8, 2018 0 Comments

Sometimes we forget how beautiful Quiapo is — home to the San Sebastian Basilica, Quiapo Church, Golden Mosque, and Ocampo Pagoda, all important landmarks that represent a significant part of the history of the neighborhood, and even the whole of Metro Manila. San Sebastian Basilica, the only steel church in AsiaThe newly launched iDiscover Quiapo App & Map helps locals and tourists...

Everything You Need to Know about the Philippine Travel Tax in 2018

Janis August 6, 2018 5 Comments

Good news for travelers in the Philippines! The Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA) is looking at replacing the travel tax with a standard P500 fee for all travelers, including foreign nationals. The Philippine travel tax is a tariff charged to all airline passengers leaving the country. It costs P1,620 for passengers with an economy class ticket and P2,700 for...

The Law of Attraction: What I Learned from My Success Transformation Masterclass

Janis June 17, 2018 0 Comments

Are there ever moments in your life when you feel that something life-changing is about to happen? What do you do then? Do you take advantage of that moment, or do you walk away? I often do the former. This is why I was so thankful that I didn't say no when I was invited to join a masterclass on the Law of Attraction and Neurolinguistic Programming. And I would have if I had listened to...

Top Honda Accessories for All Kinds of Riders

Janis June 2, 2018 0 Comments

As a Honda rider, you take a lot of pride in your motorcycle. You want nothing but the best Honda accessories for your bike. If you’re looking for the best Honda bike parts to make your high-performance ride more comfortable and stylish, you’ve come to the right place. BikeBandit.com carries a wide variety of Honda replacement parts for whatever you need. Here are some of the top...

This month at the UP Vargas Museum — Viay nu Ivatan: Ivatan Lifeways

Janis May 20, 2018 0 Comments

Here's what's in store for you at the Jorge B. Vargas Museum in the University of the Philippines, Diliman, this month. Olan Gonzales and Francisco Datar 15 May to 9 June 2018 3F Galleries UP Vargas Museum presents Viay nu Ivatan, a project by visual artist Olan Gonzales and anthropologist Francisco Datar, on 15 May, Tuesday, 4 PM at the 3F Galleries. Through painting, photography, and...

Take your family on an adventure at Timezone Ayala Malls Feliz

Janis April 14, 2018 3 Comments

There are so many malls in Metro Manila that it's not unusual for someone to say that you've simply seen it all. But if you live in Pasig or Cainta, I have some good news for you! Now you can put a spin on your weekend bonding with family and friends at the Timezone Ayala Malls Feliz! What You'll Find at Timezone Ayala Malls Feliz Timezone Ayala Malls Feliz just started operations last...

It’s MMFF season! Have you seen Siargao the Movie yet?

Janis December 26, 2017 0 Comments

It's the film fest season in the Philippines again! One of the features is Paul Soriano's Siargao (the movie). I'm planning to see this, along with the intriguing Ang Larawan. I'll update this post and add a mini-review once I see the film. Here are some of the cast members in a promotional video about the island. I've never been to Siargao in Mindanao before but watching this trailer...

This September at the UP Vargas Museum

Janis August 31, 2017 0 Comments

Here's what's in store for you at the Jorge B. Vargas Museum in the University of the Philippines, Diliman, this month. The Arrow of Time in the Heart of the Sun Ian Fabro 2 to 23 September 2017 3F Galleries UP Vargas Museum opens Ian Fabro’s exhibition titled The Arrow of Time in the Heart of the Sun at the 3F Galleries on 2 September at 6 pm. In The Arrow of Time in the Heart of the...

Hop Inn Hotel Opens Second Hotel in the Philippines in Makati

Janis August 16, 2017 0 Comments

Just seven months after opening its pioneering hotel in the Philippines, Thailand-based Hop Inn Hotel continues its expansion in the country with the opening of its second hotel in Metro Manila, this time at the country’s financial and business capital, Makati City. Hop Inn Hotel Makati Avenue, Manila is the best choice for budget-conscious business and leisure travelers seeking instant...

UPL Philippines: Doing Things Better

Janis May 12, 2017 0 Comments

Makati City, PHL – On May 11, UPL Philippines invited members of the press and select bloggers to discuss farmers' safety and food security at Holiday Inn, Makati City. UPL is the 10th largest agrochemical company in the world, with 28 manufacturing plants in different countries and operations in all five continents. About UPL Philippines Since its establishment in 2012 as a...