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Philippine Airlines Boosts Connectivity: Manila-Seattle Route to Offer Five Weekly Flights Starting November 2025
Philippine Airlines (PAL) will increase services between Manila and Seattle to five weekly flights from the current thrice weekly service starting November 25, 2025. Coming just one year after the inaugural launch in October 2024, the expansion reflects the growing appeal of the Philippine flag carrier’s nonstop route to Seattle, which offers the only direct…
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Philippine Flavors sizzle in Netflix’s Somebody Feed Phil
The Philippines’ rich culinary scene and cultural heritage have earned the global spotlight in Episode 7 of the latest season of the acclaimed Netflix travel and food series, Somebody Feed Phil. Now streaming worldwide, the episode—part of the show’s 8th season—features host Phil Rosenthal’s flavorful journey through the bustling streets of Metro Manila and Cavite….
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Filipino Restaurant Month in Canada Celebrates Fourth Year with 19 Featured Restaurants
Calgary, AB – The Philippine Department of Tourism (PDOT) and the Philippine Consulate General in Calgary are pleased to announce the return of the Filipino Restaurant Month in Canada (FRMC) for its fourth edition, taking place from April 1-30, 2025. As in previous years, the event will be executed by the Philippine Embassy in Ottawa…
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15+ Best Filipino Desserts You Must Try in the Philippines
Looking for typical Filipino desserts? This is your ultimate list for must-try traditional desserts in Filipino cuisine! As a travelling foodie, I love trying the local cuisine and traditional desserts when visiting destinations. Born and raised in Manila meant growing up and learning about many delicious Filipino foods, which I’m so grateful for because it’s one of the…
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Boracay: The Ultimate Guide To The Best Beach In The World
Boracay has long been touted as the best beach in the world. In 2018, it was closed for six months for rehabilitation. The following year, it welcomed over two million visitors, a record high for an island that is only seven kilometers long. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in March 2020, Boracay was in the throes of…
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Five Filipino Restaurants In Manila That Are Worth The Visit
The Philippines is best known for its white beaches, but a trip to the archipelago would be incomplete without a taste of the local cuisine. Filipino food draws on Spanish, Chinese, and Malay influences, which makes the resulting taste profile – sweet, salty, and sour with the occasional fire – very distinct. While Filipino food…
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7 Unique Ways to Travel in the Philippines
Kw: philippine vacationVisit philippines The Philippines is one of the best countries for sightseeing. When you visit Philippines you’ll quickly notice that everywhere you look you’re bound to see a stunning mountainscape, vibrant jungle foliage and flora, and of course lots and lots of brilliantly bright beaches all surrounded by the most crystal-clear waters. However,…
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Bacolod: More Than Just The Ruins
Bacolod City is situated in the northwestern part of the island of Negros Occidental. It is home to 600,000 locals and is lovingly called the City of Smiles. The Ruins in Negros Occidental is a sight to behold. Known as the Taj Mahal of the Philippines, the Ruins Mansion was once the centerpiece of a 440-hectare sugar plantation….
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A Guide to Siargao: The Philippine Island Voted Best in Asia
Siargao is a tiny teardrop-shaped island at the foot of the Philippine archipelago. In 2020, Condé Nast Traveler gave Siargo the distinction of being the best island in Asia. Despite the influx of new infrastructure since, Siargao has retained its unique charm. While we’re more than a little biased, here is a list of why we think this…
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5 Ways Every Family Can Have Fun in the Philippines
KW’s: things to do in philippinesPhilippines tour Going on a family trip can often be a complicated ordeal. Once everyone has finally agreed upon a destination, deciding what to do when you get there can seem like a never ending conversation. If you’re travelling with kids of different ages, extended family you don’t see often,…