travel

In defense of touristy spots—as a proud tourist

Beyond the kitschy souvenirs, long lines, and crowded areas, tourist hotspots are still an experience worth enjoying

This is why your flights have been *extra* delayed or canceled

Most local airlines have been experiencing more delays and cancellations than usual. So what gives?

Local summer destinations that *aren’t* Boracay, Siargao, or Palawan

No tea, no shade to the most popular tourist spots in the country, but these destinations also deserve attention

LOOK: Half Saints is opening a second location in Japan

The popular Quezon City restaurant’s Tokyo expansion is proof that passion and delicious food can get you anywhere

I applied for a Japanese tourist visa as an excited returning Japanophile. Here’s how it went

Japan reopens its borders for tourists. Now all that’s left for us to do is get that tourist visa. Or is that all?

5 secrets to planning the perfect vacation

Perfect is subjective, but there are elements you should consider to make your next trip go as smoothly as possible

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This tropical industrial cafe in Bohol is a dream remote work location

Common Crew in Panglao is not just a cafe; it’s a coworking, exhibition, and social enterprise space, too

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Pack your bags and vax cards: Boracay, Cebu, Bohol, and Baguio are now open to fully vaxxed tourists

If you plan to go to Cebu, Bohol, or Boracay, here’s another piece of good news: Negative RT-PCR results are no longer required

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Fully vaxxed tourists can now go to Puerto Galera without COVID testing

The famed tourist destination is the latest to relax its travel requirements for visitors who have completed their COVID-19 immunization

Need time out of the city? Baguio is accepting fully vaxxed tourists

While the Summer Capital of the Philippines didn’t open up in time for summer, visiting Baguio just got easier. If you’re fully vaxxed, that is