The Tourist Rest Area in Medellin

Medellin Opens the First Tourist Rest Area in the Philippines

The Philippines’ first Tourist Rest Area opened in Medellin last July 10, 2023. (Photo courtesy of the Department of Tourism Facebook Page) The Department of Tourism (DOT) opened the Philippines’ first Tourist Rest Area (TRA) in the Northwestern town of Medellin in Cebu last July 10, 2023. Located in Barangay Poblacion, the TRA spans 300 meters and is adorned with

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Protective gear used for Canyoneering at Kawasan Falls

Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Suspended Due to Illegal Structures

The iconic Kawasan Falls will suspend canyoneering operations temporarily due to illegally constructed structures within the falls. Kawasan Falls is arguably the most famous waterfall system in the Philippines. Its multi-tier design is a famous venue for canyoneering where participants trek into a forest before diving into its crystal-clear waters. It’s a must-do activity in Cebu for many adrenaline junkies

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Wide shot of the MCIA, Asia's best airport

Routes 2023 Award: MCIA is Asia’s Best Airport

Mactan Cebu International Airport garnered another design award in 2023. CEBU, Philippines – The Mactan-Cebu International Airport was hailed Asia’s best under the “5 Million-Passenger Category” during the Routes Asia Award. MCIA and GMR-Megawide Cebu Airport Corporation (GMCAC) representatives received the award during the awarding ceremony held in Chiang Mai, Thailand, on February 15, 2023.  In this category, MCIA humbled

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Coconut trees in a beach in Cebu

It’s Beginning to Look like Summer in the Philippines

Spend your summer vacation in the tropical islands of the Philippines! Summer in the Philippines is finally here! At least that’s what the country’s official weather bureau confirmed last Monday, March 20, 2023. The Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services (PAGASA) confirmed with Cebu media that the country’s dry season is fast approaching. Jhomer Eclarino, a weather specialist from PAGASA-Mactan

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Fishes swimming under the ocean of Cebu

Cebu Ranked among the Best Diving Spots in the Philippines

The Philippines was recognized as the best dive destination in Asia during the biggest diving expo in Malaysia. The Tourism Promotions Board Philippines (TPBP), an agency under the Department of Tourism (DOT), announced this on March 1, 2023, also highlighting notable diving spots in the country like the island of Cebu. TPBP welcomed travelers and travel enthusiasts to experience scuba

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Collage of Singapore and Cebu

Singaporean Ambassador Supports Singapore-like Cebu

Plans are in place to create a Singapore-like experience in Cebu. Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama’s vision of developing the city as a world-class destination like Singapore has received support from the Philippines’ Ambassador to Singapore. Singaporean diplomat Gerard Ho Wei Hong expressed his support for the improvement of the Queen City of the South’s public transportation systems, as well

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