Philippine Beaches You’ll Fall in Love with

Philippine Beaches You’ll Fall in Love with

Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte

It may be remote in the far north, but Pagudpud is totally worth the long trip. You’ll love the beaches that can be compared to the Hawaii in terms of the strong winds and waves

 Boracay, Aklan

Boracay is undoubtedly the most popular beach destination in the Philippines. And there are reasons for that. Apart from its ivory-white sands, turquoise waters, and gorgeous views, the hotels and resorts here are well-developed.

El Nido, Palawan

In El Nido, you’ll have your white sand and glorious blue waters. But what’s really notable is the peace and tranquility it can give you. So if that’s your kind of escape, this is your place. And apart from that, the wildlife in Palawan is awesome

Philippine Airlines Fly Non-Stop From Manila To London

Philippine Airlines Fly Non-Stop From Manila To London

Philippines Airlines start flying non-stop from Manila, Philippines to London, England on November 4, 2013. The airline has not flown non-stop to Europe in more than 15 years, and is already selling round-trip tickets at an introductory economy rate of $1,052 USD. Business class tickets start at $2,900 USD.

Reportedly, they will operate five flights a week to London Heathrow airport, and will use their new twin-engine 370-seat Boeing 777-300ER aircraft for the route. The flight will only take 12.5 hours - about the same time it takes to fly non-stop from Manila to Los Angeles, California.

The new flight route is expected to add a huge boost to the country's tourism, as more than 33% of the 349,000 European visitors traveling to the Philippines last year were from the UK. The airline is also planning to soon add non-stop flights to Rome, Amsterdam, and Paris.

The Light Rail Transit Line ( LRT )

The Light Rail Transit Line

The Manila Light Rail Transit has been the main mode of transportation of commuters with destinations along Taft and Rizal Avenue, being in existence for around a quarter-century already. Latest statistics from the LRT Authority show that there are 13-14 million passengers every month, with almost 400,000 on a daily average. The LRT originally had 19 stations from Baclaran in Paranaque to Monumento in Caloocan
Fare ranges from 12 pesos to 20 pesos depending on how far you are from your destination.
When the LRT1 started, it was issuing tokens for passengers but shifted to ticket-based system by 2001. There are two types of magnetic card tickets: Single Journey and Stored Value. The former is only for one-time use only while the latter can hold P60 and P100 value that can last for a workweek for short distance

North Avenue - Quezon City
Roosevelt
Balintawak
Malvar - Caloocan City
Monumento
5th Avenue
R. Papa - Tondo, Manila
Abad Santos
Blumentritt
Tayuman
Bambang
Doroteo Jose
Carriedo - Quiapo
Central Terminal - Ermita
United Nations
Pedro Gil
Quirino Avenue - Malate
Vito Cruz
Gil Puyat - Pasay City
Libertad
EDSA
Baclaran

The Metro Rail Transit (MRT)

The Metro Rail Transit (MRT)

The Manila Metro Rail Transit (or better known as MRT or Blue Line) has been the main mode of transportation of commuters traveling along Epifanio Delos Santos Avenue (EDSA) in Metro Manila, gaining tremendous popularity since its opening a decade ago. Latest statistics show that there are 10-12 million passengers every month, with around 400,000-500,000 on a daily average.

Fare ranges from 10 pesos to 15 pesos depending on how far you are from your destination. A trip from Taft Avenue to Quezon Avenue (and also North Avenue) would cost 15 pesos, while a trip to Ayala would only be 10 pesos.

1. Taft Avenue Terminal Station
2. Magallanes Station
3. Ayala Station
4. Buendia Station
5. Guadalupe Station
6. Boni Avenue Station
7. Shaw Boulevard Station
8. Ortigas Station
9. Santolan-Annapolis Station
10. Araneta Center-Cubao Station
11. GMA-Kamuning Station
12. Quezon Avenue Station
13. North Avenue Terminal Station

Is Manila the world's worst airport?

The biggest airport in the Philippines has been named the world's worst for the second year running .
Manila Airport has been voted the world's worst by the users of a travel website for the second year running.
The poll, carried out by the Guide to Sleeping at Airports website (sleepinginairports.net), named Manila's Terminal 1 the very worst, with ratings based on "comfort, convenience, cleanliness and customer service".Reviewers highlighted "dilapidated facilities", "dishonest" airport workers - particularly taxi drivers - long waiting times and "rude" staff.
Officials at the airport, the largest in The Philippines, dismissed the result of the survey, insisting that it had improved in recent years.

Sagada

Sagada is one of the most visited tourist attractions in the Philippines especially for those who love trekking, spelunking, rappelling, and rock climbing.

Location : Sagada is a 5th class municipality of Mountain Province. Located 275 kilometers north of Manila, and is approximately a 12- to 14-hour drive from there. It is 140 kilometers from Baguio and is located right next to the provincial capital of Bontoc.

The Mountain Province’s climate is definitely cold because of its high location. Crops that thrive only in cold climates can be found here such as cabbages, tomatoes, green pepper, potatoes, carrots, beans and other fruits and vegetables.

The best time to visit Sagada is during the dry months of December to May, so as not to make trekking difficult. However, climate in Sagada is very cold all year round, more so during the rainy season.

Hundred Island

Hundred Island

A paradise situated at n0rthern Philippines called Hundred Islands National Park is l0cated at Alamin0s City, in the pr0vince 0f Pangasinan, Philippines

The islands is c0mp0sed 0f One Hundred Twenty Four (124) at l0w tide and One Hundred Twenty Three (123) at high tide

How to get There

Public Bus Transp0rtati0ns such as Vict0ry Liner, Five Star and 0ther buses have scheduled trip fr0m Manila, Bagui0, Dagupan, Subic, Tarlac, and Zambales g0ing straight to Alamin0s City and vice versa. Fr0m Dagupan t0 Alamin0s is ab0ut 1.5 t0 2 h0urs, fr0m Tarlac 0r Bagui0 t0 Alaminos is about 2.5 to 3 h0urs and Subic t0 Alamin0s is 4 h0urs.

Best natural spots in the Philippines

Best natural spots in the Philippines

A month’s visit won’t be enough to enjoy all its wonders, so plan your stay wisely. Here are some of my favorites:

1. Puerto Princesa

This underground river was recently declared by UNESCO as one of the world’s natural wonders“Puerto-Princesa Subterranean River National Park“ Aside from admiring the majestic caves, you’ll never run out of exciting activities in Puerto Princesa: rafting, kayaking, hiking, camping, and zip-lining, among others.

2. Boracay Island

Boracay is not only one of the country’s claim-to-fame, but also the center for fun at the beach. Celebrities flock to the island all season not only for the white sand, turquoise waters, and sun-bathing, but also for its world-class night clubs and hotels.

3. Hundred Islands

Everything you can do on the said destinations, you can also do in the Hundred Islands. It’s literally composed of over a hundred islands, so you won’t run out of activities to choose from. In case you get bored, just hop to other islands with a kayak or simply swim. An entire day is not enough to explore all the islands, so plan your visit to the most popular ones. My favorite is the Marcos cave filled with bats. Hike your way into the cave’s mouth, and dive from an 10-meter rock to get out.

4. Taal Volcano

When you’re in Manila, the smallest volcano in the world is just three to four hours away. After taking pictures or listening to geological discussions, you can fly kites, enjoy native foods in nearby restaurants, or relax in the wide selection of resorts and spas.

5. Mt. Apo

Mt. Apo, which is 2,954 meters above sea level, is the highest peak in the Philippines. It is also referred to as the Grandfather of the mountains in the Philippines because it is the highest volcano and mountain in this country.

Clearest Waters In Philippine To Swim In Before You Die

Every one loves taking a dip in the clearest of waters on a beautiful hot summers day.

Linapacan Island, Palawan, Philippines

This island is in a remote province and home to many beaches with super clear water. The island has a population of just 14,180 people

coastal lagoon in Philippine

coastal lagoon in Philippine

This island is the remaining coastal periphery of mangroves, salt marshes and multifarious biodiversity in this part of the Philippines. It also serves as a refuge for 80 species of birds including the Black-crowned Night Heron, the endangered Chinese Egret, Philippine Duck and the rare Pied Avocet. It was declared as a critical habitat in 2007.
In the midst of chaotic urbanization and rapid environmental depletion in the cities of Las Pinas and Paranaque lies a sanctuary for local and migratory birds, namely, Freedom Island and Long Island or collectively known as FREEDOM ISLANDS. But its name is a paradox of its whole story.

Boracay Beach Live Camera

Boracay Beach Live Camera

Watch Boracay Live Now! infront of Redcoconut Boracay Hotel. click here to watch the Live Feed :

www.boracaylive.com/boracay-beach-live-camera

Boracay Beach is less than an hour’s flight time from Manila, the country’s capital city and visitors can also get there by boat or using a land travel system combined with boats. At least half a million foreign and local tourists visit Boracay Beach every year. It’s no wonder that even internet giant Yahoo Travel’s has listed Boracay Beach as one of the most frequently visited beach destinations across the globe ranking at number 4 in the world.

Callao Cave

Callao Cave in Philippine

Callao Cave is a cave with seven chambers located on the Province of Cagayan, in the Philippines. It is one of the best known tourist attractions of the province. It is located in Barangays Magdalo and Quibal, Peñablanca, near Tuguegarao City, the capital city of the Province of Cagayan.

Kitesurfing Spots in the Philippines

The Philippines is a paradise for Kitesurfing: consistent trade winds, warm waters all year round, 7107 Islands, countless beaches and beautiful tropical nature. Kitesurfing or kiteboarding is a surface water sport combining wakeboarding, windsurfing, surfing, and acrobatics into one extreme sport. It is a lot of fun to use the traction of a huge kite to propel yourself through the water. But you don’t just glide across the surface. You can do stunts in the air as well, such as grabs, board offs or any kind of wakeboard move. Think Iron Man Silver Surfer and Spiderman stunts combined.

The kitesurfing craze in the Philippines started more than a decade ago on Boracay Island. Boracay is a little white-sand island. It has changed from an insiders’ tip kiting spot to an internationally known one, that can get crowded at times. Known as one of the best beaches in the world, and the Philippines’ claim-to-fame, Boracay has it all: white sand, turquoise water, breath-taking sunset, world-class hotels, and an exciting night life.

earthquake struck the central Philippines

7.2 magnitude earthquake struck the central Philippines

A magnitude-7.2 earthquake struck in the central Philippines on Tuesday morning, killing 276 people and severely damaging some of the country's most hallowed churches, authorities said.

The earthquake hit at 8:12 a.m. (5:12 p.m. Monday ET) less than a mile from the town of Carmen in Bohol province, the U.S. Geological Survey and Philippine emergency authorities said. Carmen is in a remote region across the Cebu Strait about 40 miles from Cebu City.

President of the Philippines meets Miss World Megan

President of the Philippines meets Miss World Megan

Miss World 2013 Megan Young today had the great honour of being invited for an audience at the Malacang Palace with President Benigno Aquino III of the Philippines.

A day full of special meetings, today Miss World also visited the Congress, and then the President, and is now on her way to the House of Representatives

 ulia Morley, CEO of Miss World Organisation said: “I am delighted that Megan is receiving these awards in her country. She certainly deserves this wonderful recognition. We would like to thank President Benigno Aquino III for receiving us, it is a great honour. Over the next year we have committed to visiting as many of the poorest regions of The Philippines as we can, in support of the most disadvantaged people.”

Philippines Offers New 6-Month Tourist Visa

Philippines Offers New 6-Month Tourist Visa

Foreign visitors who want to take longer vacations in the Philippines may now do so without the former hassles. The Philippine Bureau of Immigration has announced a new 6-month tourist visa. The program has already been formally launched, and will consist of a new visa sticker to replace the traditional wet stamp. The so-called Long Stay Visitor Visa Extension (LSVVE) project was launched to draw more international travelers into the country. 

Banaue Rice Terraces

Banaue Rice Terraces

These ancient terraces are 2,000-years old, and were carved into the mountains of Ifugao in the Philippines by ancestors of the Batad indigenous people. Such rice terraces are commonly referred to by Filipinos as the "Eighth Wonder of the World".

It is believed that the terraces were built mostly by hand, with minimal equipment used. They are located about 1,500 meters (or 5,000 feet) above sea level and cover more than 10,000 square kilometers 

Names Top 10 Richest Filipinos For 2013

Names Top 10 Richest Filipinos For 2013

Henry Sy Sr., founder of SM Malls in the Philippines, is the richest Filipino in 2013 according to Forbes Magazine. His net worth increased by nearly $3 billion to a total of $12 billion, as shares of his company SM Investments Corp. reported record profits of over $570 million last year.

Sy, who is half-Chinese, half-Filipino has been #1 on the list for the last 6 years. #2 on the list is Lucio Tan, whose net worth was estimated at about $7.5 billion. His company, LT Group Inc., handles Asia Brewery Inc., maker of popular Beer na Beer, and has a stake in Philip Morris Fortune Tobacco Corp. Inc., which has an estimated 80 percent market share of the country's cigarette market.

In third place with a net worth of $4.6 billion is Andrew Tan, chairman of Alliance Global Group Inc, which runs Megaworld Corporation - one of the country's largest developers. Fourth is port terminal operator Enrique Razon ($4.5 billion); and in fifth place, John Gokongwei ($3.4 billion), who is the owner of Cebu Pacific Airlines.

Ranked sixth to tenth are Jaime Zobel de Ayala ($3.1 billion), Aboitiz family ($3 billion), David Consunji ($2.7 billion), George Ty ($2.6 billion), and Lucio and Susan Co ($1.9 billion).

Miss World 2013 Megan Young ,Makati City on Friday, October 11

Actress Megan Young was crowned Miss World 2013 on Saturday, besting 126 candidates from all over the globe and earning the Philippines its first ever victory in the beauty contest.