Being one with the nature has been proven cathartic and blessedly escapist, as it’s one of the best ways in order for us to release stress and respite from the busy and hectic life in the metro. But due to the existing threat of the coronavirus pandemic, there are things that we need to follow and consider for a safe and responsible outdoor adventure. Medical experts actually said that hiking is safe during the pandemic as long as you do it alone or with someone at a trail or park that isn't crowded. For those who intent on travelling and...

During the Yuletide season, borders in the country will still remain closed to foreign travelers until further notice, according to the Bureau of Immigration. While Filipino nationals, spouses or children of nationals, and residents returning from abroad are exempted from the entry ban, and may be subject to quarantine for a maximum of 14 days or COVID-19 testing upon arrival. They should also have pre-booked reservations to a quarantine facility and pre-booked testing for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) at a laboratory operating at the airport. These costs shall be covered by passengers, and everyone must fill out a Case Investigation...

  This year has utterly embezzled the fun from us — and while Christmas is just around the corner, there’s no reason for us to cancel the celebration and excitement during the Yuletide season. In fact, Health Secretary Francisco Duque said on Tuesday, December 1, that he sees no need to place the region under a “more stringent lockdown” during the Christmas season. He instead told the public to continue following minimum health standards. Although the Octa Research Team has warned of a possible rise of COVID-19 infections during the holiday season, as people are expected to gather for parties...

  Note: There’s no need to get all sad about it   Unlike other countries, Christmas in the Philippines has been a very big deal. In fact, our country is said to have the longest Christmas celebration in the world.  And of course, there’s nothing wrong about it. Christmas is when families and other relatives from afar come home for reunion to celebrate this holiday season. The noche buena is always excessive — from the different types of lechon, salad, pasta, to many variants of kakanin. Everyone has to prepare gifts for everyone, and also, you should not forget your...

Looking for a travel companion that can give you updates to travel advisories during the pandemic? Worry no more! The Department of Tourism (DOT) and its attached agency, Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) launched a new travel app called ‘Travel Philippines’, on Friday, October 30, 2020, in partnership with venture builder HIMO Global Inc. The newly-launched travel web application will give tourists an update on the status of destinations that recently reopened, providing them one digital stop when planning leisure trips under the "new normal" which will also allow users to create itineraries conveniently, and securely store digital copies of travel...