Tag: Tourism
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Manila Mayor Expresses Gratitude to President Marcos and First Lady for Pasig River Revival Efforts
PASIG RIVER REVIVAL. At the launch of the third phase of the Pasig River rehabilitation project, Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna expressed her gratitude to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos for their dedication to restoring the river’s former glory. The event, named ‘Pasig Bigyang Buhay Muli,’ took place on February 27,…
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La Union’s Tourism Soars to New Heights: P1.06 Billion in Revenue Despite Fewer Visitors
In a remarkable display of resilience and appeal, La Union’s tourism sector has achieved a significant milestone by generating PHP1.06 billion in 2024, a 3 percent increase from the previous year’s PHP1.03 billion. This growth comes despite a slight dip in tourist numbers, with arrivals dropping by 2 percent from 550,359 in 2023 to 539,824…
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New P14-M Pasalubong Center Near Manaoag Basilica Set to Enhance Tourism
A new Pasalubong Center, valued at PHP14 million, is currently under construction next to the Minor Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary in Manaoag, Pangasinan. The center is expected to be finished within the year, enhancing the town’s appeal to the growing number of tourists. Manaoag Mayor Jeremy Rosario expressed strong support for the…
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New PHP14-M Pasalubong Center Near Manaoag Basilica to Enhance Tourism
A new PHP14-million Pasalubong Center is currently under construction next to the Minor Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary in Manaoag, Pangasinan, with completion expected within the year. This development is designed to enhance the tourist experience in the area, which is already a popular destination for faith-based tourism. Manaoag Mayor Jeremy Rosario expressed…
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Japanese Companies Eyeing Philippine Market Amid Economic Growth and Reforms
The Japanese Embassy in Manila has noted a surge in interest from Japanese companies looking to tap into the Philippine market, driven by the country’s consistent economic growth and recent policy changes. During the Japanese National Day celebration in Taguig City, Ambassador Endo Kazuya highlighted the significance of the newly passed CREATE MORE law, officially…
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Negros Oriental Poised to Lead Development in New Negros Island Region
Negros Oriental is set to spearhead progress within the newly established Negros Island Region (NIR), thanks to its enhanced security and economic conditions. This was highlighted during a campaign rally for the Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas senatorial candidates at the Governor Mariano F. Perdices Memorial Coliseum in Dumaguete City on February 20, 2025. Senator…
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Albay Cancels 2025 Magayon Festival Due to Election Rules
The provincial government of Albay has decided to cancel the 2025 Magayon Festival to comply with a Commission on Elections (Comelec) resolution. The decision was made after a meeting with various government officials, prompted by Comelec Resolution 11060, which bans the use of public funds for social services from March 28 to May 11, 45…
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2025 La Trinidad Strawberry Festival to Feature Giant Basket-Shaped Cake
The 2025 La Trinidad Strawberry Festival, set to take place from March 3 to 29, will be highlighted by a massive cake designed in the shape of a traditional ‘kayabang’ basket, filled with 280 kilos of fresh strawberries. The festival was officially launched on February 20, 2025, at the Nazarene Bible College in La Trinidad,…
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New Power Initiative Set to Boost Tourism on Biliran’s Higatangan Island
The Department of Tourism’s regional office in Eastern Visayas is excited about the upcoming completion of the PHP127-million Higatangan Submarine Cable Project, which promises to bring continuous electricity to the scenic Higatangan Island in Biliran province. This project, which will span four kilometers, is set to provide round-the-clock power to over 500 households across two…
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Korean Mother’s Journey: Finding a Second Home in Bicol, Philippines
Jeong-Soon Park, a 59-year-old Korean national, revisited the Bicol region of the Philippines, where she once lived for a decade. Her return to the area, particularly to Albay, was filled with nostalgia as she recalled the life-changing decision she made in 2007 to move there for her son’s education. Despite initial opposition from her husband…
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