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The Department of Tourism (DOT) hopes to establish the Philippines as a “regional cruise hub” in Asia, as it anticipates that the number of cruise ships docking in the nation would exceed pre-pandemic levels in 2023. “We will develop the Philippines as a major regional cruise center in Asia, providing not only cruise ship experiences but also crew training, crewing, …

The price tag for protecting European consumers and businesses from skyrocketing energy bills has risen to about 800 billion euros, according to a report published on Monday, February 13. Researchers urged European nations to prioritize their expenditure to combat the energy problem. Since September 2021, European Union nations have targeted or budgeted 681 billion euros for energy crisis spending, while …

The remarkable eating scene in Singapore is characterized by a sense of vitality, diversity, elegance, and sustainability. The vibrant city-state has flourished into a premium dining destination, and as a result, the process of planning business meetings can be somewhat overwhelming. The city-state has more than 40 restaurants that have been awarded the Michelin star, in addition to many other …

According to Sotheby’s, an auction house, a Los Angeles Lakers jersey worn by Kobe Bryant during his only MVP season in 2007-2008 sold for $5.8 million, making it the second-most expensive basketball jersey ever sold. The jersey was worn by Bryant during the 2007-2008 season for the Los Angeles Lakers. Following its sale in September for more than $10 million …

This handcrafted delight, CODY’s new Matcha White Chocolate Cake, may be your next matcha made in dessert heaven if you’re a fan of matcha-flavored sweets or are still afraid to join the green fad. Domestic bakery This delicacy from CODY’s Bakery balances the delicate, earthy flavor of green tea with the gentle sweetness of white chocolate ganache so as not …

According to a poll performed by Social Weather Stations (SWS) in December 2022, more individuals felt poor in regions outside of Metro Manila in 2022, notably in Mindanao. The 2022 Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey revealed that while self-reported poverty was only 32% in Metro Manila, it was 17 percentage points higher in balance Luzon at 49%, 26 percentage points …

The Department of Tourism said on Monday, February 6 that beginning this month, international luxury cruise ships would make their way to the Eastern Visayas. The arrival of these vessels, which had been briefly suspended owing to the COVID-19 health issue, signifies the restoration of sailing to beach and island locations in the Philippines. The first vessel to arrive will …

Monday, February 6th, was the first time in three years that all border gates were fully reopened without COVID-19 limitations. Tens of thousands of travelers traveled between mainland China and its special administrative territory of Hong Kong. China stated last week that cross-border travel between the mainland, Hong Kong, and Macao will resume in full on February 6, removing current …

Singapore is experiencing an inflow of ultra-wealthy Chinese families seeking refuge from the Chinese Communist Party, who view them with growing distrust. Recent Beijing crackdowns on internet billionaires and tax-averse celebrities, as well as three years of zero-COVID policy that ended only this month, have prompted many wealthy Chinese to seek refuge abroad. According to AFP sources, several of the …

Seoul gleams with glass skyscrapers and is filled with centuries-old architecture, but if you know where to look, it has a secret intimate side. Miles of twisting back streets can lead to a tucked-away cafe, a delectable new restaurant, or a whole neighborhood ripe for exploration. You need just take the initial step. Locals go to two under-the-radar neighbourhoods in …