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Philippines is now VAT-free for foreign tourists

March 25, 2025

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Agriculture journalists sample the wares in Bangkok

March 13, 2025

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Venice extends tourist tax for 2025

February 11, 2025

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Marcos signs VAT Refund System for non-resident tourists

December 9, 2024

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Spreading the message of love the Philippines through reels

November 20, 2024

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Baguio Mansion House featuring presidential memorabilia is now open to public

September 10, 2024

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Philippines wins eight tourism titles at 2024 World Travel Awards

September 5, 2024

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North Korea finally reopening to international tourists—operators

August 15, 2024

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Barcelona to increase taxes of cruise passengers amid mass tourism problems

July 23, 2024

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In Mallorca, 20,000 rally against overtourism

July 22, 2024

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Bukchon Hanok Village to implement stricter guidelines for visitors starting Oct due to complaints

July 15, 2024

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South Koreans, Americans, Chinese among top PH tourists for first half of 2024

July 12, 2024

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Tourists, be warned: Jeju Island to impose fines to foreign law violators

June 27, 2024

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Sustainable sanctuaries: Ayala Land's regenerative tourism redefines travel

May 20, 2024

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Exploring the wonders of Puerto Princesa

May 20, 2024

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Universal Studios Hollywood tram crash injures 15 people

April 22, 2024

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A practical guide to practice sustainable tourism

March 23, 2024

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Spartan but splendorous

February 11, 2024

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The beautiful Bambanti bash

February 4, 2024

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The artistry and passion of Isabeleños at Bambanti

February 4, 2024

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Ang Pasig ay Mutya

January 23, 2024

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A night at the Pasig

January 20, 2024

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Viva, San Sebastian in Lipa

January 20, 2024

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The many faces of Macau

January 6, 2024

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Taking a modern safari in Coron

November 5, 2023

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It’s time every Juan flies—sustainably!

November 4, 2023

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'70s icon Fiesta Carnival to return by Christmas. Here's what we know so far

October 20, 2023

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Philippine tour packages to avail in time for the FIBA World Cup 2023

July 26, 2023

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Netizens throw shade at the 'Love the Philippines' video through humor

July 5, 2023

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LIST: The most controversial DOT slogans through the years

July 4, 2023

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DOT’s contracted ad agency apologizes for use of stock footage in ‘Love the Philippines’ campaign video

July 2, 2023

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[OPINION] The country’s new tourism slogan: It’s not love at first sight for many

June 28, 2023

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The DOT has launched a new tourism slogan 'Love the Philippines'—here's what it means

June 28, 2023

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Chefs on tour in Dusit Thani Davao

May 21, 2023

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Virgin to launch commercial spaceflights in June

May 9, 2023

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Trafalgar offers a fully ‘Swisstainable’ itinerary

April 26, 2023

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South Korea's Jeju Island considers charging tourism fees

April 23, 2023

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Transiting through Singapore? You can now tour the city for free

April 5, 2023

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From Hokkaido Snow to Fukuoka Soba, Japan offers year-round wonders

December 24, 2022

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Breathtaking sunsets, sumptuous meals, sublime sceneries: In this El Nido resort, the winner takes it all

December 20, 2022

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Surfing High in Siargao

November 27, 2022

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South Korea re-opens its doors to incentive travel, more MICE tourism after pandemic lull

November 11, 2022

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Tourism Promotions Board holds 10th Regional Travel Fair

October 24, 2022

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Celebrate Tourism Month with photo and sketch walks around notable places in Manila reachable by LRT

September 15, 2022

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Where to next, Philippines?

July 29, 2022

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Travel to Korea begins again! 10 places to visit and things to do

June 26, 2022

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‘Kain Na!’ reboots food tourism

June 16, 2022

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How Thailand is pioneering ‘new normal’ tourism

June 5, 2022

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The other side of Boracay is made for ‘workcation’

June 4, 2022

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Touring the hidden lagoons of Palawan

May 30, 2022

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10 reasons to travel to Poland now

May 22, 2022

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10 reasons to travel to Poland now

May 15, 2022

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DOT reopens Philippine tourism with a big bang!

April 28, 2022

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Investing is more fun in the Philippines

April 28, 2022

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Bohol beckons

April 24, 2022

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The Beauty of the Cordilleras, as seen by conservation advocate JP Alipio

April 17, 2022

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Chasing the Northern Lights, dog mushing and eating ice cream in the dead of winter in Alaska!

April 17, 2022

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Mexican town hopes pelicans will help tourism take off

January 30, 2022

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Restoring the heritage treasure that is Balay San Nicolas

January 8, 2022

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Why Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar should be in your next itinerary

December 21, 2021

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Hann Casino: Design-forward for the future and beyond

December 15, 2021

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Philippines to welcome int’l tourists from ‘Green List’ territories soon, says DOT

November 19, 2021

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Boracay waives RT-PCR test for fully vaccinated visitors starting Nov. 16

November 12, 2021

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Discovery Shores Boracay wins two Condé Nast awards—for Top Resort and Best Dining Experience—and here’s why

November 11, 2021

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Cebu Pacific offers Piso sale on 11.11

November 10, 2021

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These tourist spots now accept fully vaccinated travelers even without taking a COVID-19 swab test

November 10, 2021

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US finally reopening borders after 20 months

November 8, 2021

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Boracay records second highest visitor arrivals in October, boosted by Halloween weekend

November 3, 2021

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LIST: Domestic destinations that don’t require COVID testing for fully vaccinated visitors

November 2, 2021

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Boracay to waive RT-PCR testing for fully vaccinated visitors starting November

October 25, 2021

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LIST: Top Airbnbs in Camiguin, ‘the island born of fire,’ include volcano houses and domes

October 20, 2021

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Craving sweet lanzones? Camiguin reopens to leisure travel on Oct. 25

October 19, 2021

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PH is Asia’s top beach and dive destination for the fifth and third time in World Travel Awards 2021

October 19, 2021

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Singapore to expand no-quarantine scheme for vaccinated travelers

October 18, 2021

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Planning for the weekend? 32 Metro Manila hotels allowed for staycation from Oct. 16

October 15, 2021

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Bali reopens to international flights but no tourists in sight

October 14, 2021

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Cebu Pacific offers Piso sale for five days until Oct. 14—on domestic and international destinations

October 11, 2021

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Siargao among Condé Nast Traveller’s best islands in the world

October 6, 2021

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DOT wants to cut quarantine of fully vaccinated travelers

October 5, 2021

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Airbnb marks a billion guest arrivals—and the billionth guest gets year of stays around the world

October 1, 2021

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Applying for a US visa? The earliest appointment you can get is February 2023 or 17 months from now

September 30, 2021

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Thailand to cut quarantine for vaccinated tourists to 7 days starting Oct. 1

September 27, 2021

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9 Tiktokers show beauty of Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao in #GandaMoPinas live sessions

September 22, 2021

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Palawan included in Travel & Leisure’s top 5 islands in Asia. DOT launches ‘More Fun Awaits’ campaign

September 20, 2021

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Thailand welcomes fully vaccinated tourists

September 18, 2021

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PAL, AirAsia, Cebu Pacific resume select domestic flights starting Sept. 16

September 15, 2021

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Three Intramuros sites and Rizal Park to reopen on Sept. 16—DOT

September 15, 2021

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DOT eyes full vaccination of all tourism workers in 15 PH destinations before Christmas

September 15, 2021

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Dumaguete’s arithmetic for disaster

September 11, 2021

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Cebu Pacific brings back its 99-peso, one-way fare to any PH destination

September 9, 2021

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Boracay reopens—but there are no tourists with Metro Manila still in lockdown

September 8, 2021

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Want to visit Siargao or live there permanently? Here’s how—and how much

September 2, 2021

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Tourism gets shot in the arm as vaccination of frontliners in NCR, Bohol, Boracay ramped up

August 24, 2021

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What if every Filipino got to know the Philippines?

August 13, 2021

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Thai man charged with murder of Swiss tourist in Phuket

August 9, 2021

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When Manila locks down, Boracay flatlines

August 6, 2021

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More vaccines coming for Palawan tourism workers—Puyat

August 5, 2021

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LIST: Top 7 Batangas Airbnbs to book this rainy season

July 29, 2021

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DOT eyes faster tourism recovery with vaccine rollout

July 23, 2021

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5 things to do in Puerto Galera, which now allows entry of fully vaccinated tourists without COVID test

July 20, 2021

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How can you become a space tourist? All your questions answered

July 20, 2021

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Dolphins and whales doomed by Dumaguete reclamation

July 17, 2021

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The definitive guide to Boracay by an islander: Top 10 things to do, eat, see

July 16, 2021

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COVID case cuts short Singapore ‘cruise to nowhere’ with thousands of passengers

July 15, 2021

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READ: Do you need a COVID test for Boracay, Siargao or Palawan even if you’re fully vaccinated?

July 13, 2021

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Staycation deals: Unlimited meals at Sheraton, gifts at Peninsula, discounted bookings on Agoda

July 12, 2021

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DOT-TPB resumes 50 percent RT-PCR test subsidy for qualified domestic tourists

July 2, 2021

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Thailand prepares for Phuket reopening despite COVID surge

June 30, 2021

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DOT’s 50% RT-PCR test subsidy may last only until August due to depleted funds

June 28, 2021

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Pandemic travel guide: How to get to Boracay in 7 steps

June 28, 2021

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Another Akihabara landmark closes down for good

June 24, 2021

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UNESCO recommends removing Liverpool from World Heritage Sites, angering locals

June 22, 2021

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Vamos a la playa! Spain opens to ALL tourists

June 9, 2021

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Amid third wave in Bangkok, Phuket set to lift quarantine for vaccinated tourists in July

June 7, 2021

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Travel trends: People are choosing Var over Paris, Cornwall over London, and other rural areas

June 7, 2021

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Filipinos are most concerned about pollution of beaches, prefer sustainable hotels—study

June 4, 2021

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Gov’t resumes 50% RT-PCR test subsidy for qualified domestic tourists

June 2, 2021

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Top 5 Airbnbs in Zambales to enjoy the beach or cuddle indoors on rainy days

June 1, 2021

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Leisure travel now allowed from NCR Plus to MGCQ areas

June 1, 2021

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‘Beautiful gift’: How Croatia is luring digital nomads

May 31, 2021

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These 6 Airbnbs in Baler will make you want to catch waves, love the tranquil touch of nature

May 31, 2021

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LIST: Our top 7 Airbnbs in Laguna include huts, biodomes, private islands and lake houses

May 28, 2021

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Staycation hotels now allowed to operate at 100% capacity, guests may forego COVID tests

May 28, 2021

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Cebu Pacific passengers can now cancel their flights for free, up to two hours before departure

May 27, 2021

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LIST: Top 6 Airbnbs in Sagada for some soul searching

May 25, 2021

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Hail to the Queen City: A guide to Cebu’s cultural and natural attractions

May 21, 2021

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LIST: Top 7 Baguio Airbnbs that are Insta-worthy and across budgets

May 21, 2021

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5,986 staycation rooms open for guests from NCR Plus

May 18, 2021

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‘Dracula’s Castle’ offers tourists COVID shots

May 10, 2021

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Looking for a new travel destination? Malta will pay tourists $240 to visit

April 19, 2021

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Hugs, tears as Australia-New Zealand travel bubble opens

April 19, 2021

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Greece to allow vaccinated tourists in next week

April 16, 2021

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Pagudpud’s Saud Beach among 25 Most Beautiful Beaches in the World

April 15, 2021

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Mexico tourists have whale of a time as pandemic eases

April 1, 2021

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Summer Hotspots: PH’s most beautiful rivers (for non-beach lovers)

April 1, 2021

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China detains three tourists for vandalizing Great Wall

March 23, 2021

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‘You will be banned for life if you fake your COVID test results’—Boracay mayor

March 8, 2021

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How and where will Filipinos be traveling in 2021 and beyond?

March 6, 2021

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Falling in love (with the Philippines) all over again

February 20, 2021

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DOT files raps against Boracay tourists with forged COVID test results

February 14, 2021

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The birthplace of barefoot luxury

February 5, 2021

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American woman deported from Bali after promoting island as cheap and ‘queer friendly’

January 25, 2021

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Makati Shangri-La temporarily closing starting Feb. 1

January 20, 2021

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Philippine tourism losses reach P401 billion in 2020

January 12, 2021

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Batanes is the only COVID-free PH province—here are the possible reasons why

December 2, 2020

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PH named Asia’s leading beach and dive destination by World Travel Awards 2020

November 2, 2020

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WanderManila takes you to the spookiest spots of Intramuros this Halloween

October 31, 2020