The “Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Ramon Paje granted permission to SM Baguio to cut 172 trees in the mall’s property facing Governor Pack Road, paving the way for the mall’s expansion which will include a centralized parking and bus terminal in the area,” SunStar reports.
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There are more than 7,101 reasons why it’s more fun in the Philippines (see the latest ad campaign of the DoT), and among those reasons is the Philippines’ rank in the The World’s Friendliest Countries. The Philippines ranked eighth (#8) most friendly among 100 countries.
New Rules on Suspension of Classes and Government Work (EO 66)
Whether you welcome staying at home during inclement weather (suspension/cancellation of school and public work) or you simply watch the weather in the name of safety, it would be very helpful to know when schools and government offices are closed if a certain typhoon warning signal is raised.
Typhoon Watch 2012: List of Typhoons
Here we go again. Year 2011 is over, with its 19 typhoons (see list of 2011 typhoons). As we start with 2012, we again note that the state of the weather affects our travels, vacations and pretty much everything that we do. We should always be mindful of severe weather conditions, like typhoons or tropical
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It’s More Fun in the Philippines!
Getting upstairs is more fun in the Philippines, through the scenic view and cool atmosphere of the Banaue Rice Terraces. Commuting is more fun in the Philippines, through the clean and crystal-clear waters of Palawan. Even status updates are more fun, with underwater photos of you diving after a huge whale shark in Donsol.
Full Text of the Second State of the Nation Address (SONA) of President Benigno S. Aquino III
(Note: This is the full text of the State of the Nation Address delivered by His Excellency Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III, President of the Philippines, at the Session Hall of the House of Representatives, Batasan Pambansa Complex, Quezon City on 25 July 2011. Or see English translation.)
A Tour Through History in an Island called Corregidor
The distinct sound of the bell floats through the hot summer air off an island 48 kilometers west of Manila. This is Corregidor Island. The round, high-pitched sound of the bell tells everyone to get out from the ruins and gather at the tram. The tour operators don’t use modern car horns; they use the
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Poll: Airports that Badly Need Improvement
The Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 1 (NAIA I) has been voted, as of 27 March 2011, as the worst airport in Asia. Yes, my dear, the website Guide to Sleeping in Airports reflects that NAIA I is even worse than Islamabad airport. That’s in Pakistan.
Seafood Diet for the Holy Week
Each one has his/her way of spending the Holy Week. The poll in our previous post reveals, as of today, that 53% would go on mass and visita iglesia, 24% would go on vacation except Good Friday, 18% says that they would just stay at home, and 6% would take a full vacation. Different strokes
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Why is it called Good Friday (and Maundy Thursday, Black Saturday, Easter Sunday)?
During today’s breakfast, we suddenly found ourselves discussing what’s good in “Good Friday” when this is the day that Jesus Christ suffered and died on the cross. The same question could be asked of the other days of Holy Week. Why does the Holy Week start with a Palm Sunday? Why is it called Maundy
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How Would you Spend the Holy Week?
The Roman Catholic Church reiterates that Holy Week is a time for prayer and reflection, and not for picnics and beach parties, notes a recent news. The declared national regular holidays in April 21 (Maundy Thursday) and April 22 (Good Friday), as well as the special non-working holiday in April 23 (Black Saturday, per Proclamation
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Itinerary from Manila to Bicol (Legaspi and Donsol)
Summer vacation. Perfect time to go on a road trip, whether down to the beach or up to Baguio. Sure, taking the plane is more comfortable, but taking the car could be fun. Those who prefer the beach may go to Boracay, Palawan, Bohol, Subic, Batangas, Pagudpud or other great Philippine beaches. How about going
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VisitPinas Itinerary for a 3-day Ilocos Trip
The itinerary for Ilocos. We’ve lightly touched this matter in various articles but never found the time to paint the entire picture. This is long overdue especially considering that the Legaspi/Donsol itinerary is already done even before the planned trip. Like the Donsol land trip, Ilocos is an adventure by its sheer distance alone. The
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Directions from Manila to Donsol: Your Suggestions
There’s a plane from Manila to Legaspi City, the jump-off to Donsol (Sorsogon), world-famous for its whale sharks or butanding. We plan to take a road trip adventure in May if time and health permits. We’ve checked directions and pit stops in the approximately 550+ kilometer-trip, 10-12 hours travel time. This is the plan —
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Surprises in Angat Dam
Culinary Bet on the Red Crab
Rowena’s Tarts and
House of Wagyu Stone Grill at
The Original Hawaiian
