Philippines: Secret Islands

Philippines: Secret Islands

PHILIPPINES Secret Islands Tucked away in the middle of the Philippine archipelago, Romblon is one of those places that still feels like a bit of a secret. Often called the “Marble Capital of the Philippines,” it’s made up of three main islands: Tablas, Sibuyan and...
Philippines: Heritage Woven Across Islands

Philippines: Heritage Woven Across Islands

PHILIPPINES Heritage Woven Across Islands The UNESCO World Heritage Convention recognizes places of outstanding universal value, and the Philippines takes pride in safeguarding these treasures that reflect both nature and culture. Across the country, these sites tell...
Philippines: Bohol’s Chocolate Legacy

Philippines: Bohol’s Chocolate Legacy

PHILIPPINES Bohol’s Chocolate Legacy In the 1700s, a Spanish galleon sailed across the Pacific carrying a precious cargo: pure Criollo cacao, one of the finest varieties from Mesoamerica. That voyage planted the seeds of a sweet legacy in the Philippines, where cacao...
Philippines: Important Flight Update

Philippines: Important Flight Update

PHILIPPINES Important Flight Update In case you haven’t heard the news yet, here’s an important update for all travelers and agents: to help reduce runway congestion at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), Cebu Pacific is moving all of its turboprop flights from...
Philippines: Pampanga’s Lantern Makers

Philippines: Pampanga’s Lantern Makers

PHILIPPINES Pampanga’s Lantern Makers As the quest for meaningful travel continues to grow and more travellers seek experiential tours, hyperlocal experiences are increasingly in demand. One beloved Philippine tradition is the creation of parols, or lanterns, during...