Philippines

There’s a stretch in Betis that smells like sawdust before you even see the shops. Wood shavings scatter along the road, a sign that work has been happening all day. Inside the workshops, you’ll find men sanding chair legs or brushing lacquer onto a half-finished cabinet. This is how Pampanga furniture makers have done it for generations — no shortcuts, …

Politics here feels like the country’s heartbeat. You hear it everywhere, inside jeepneys, in morning talk shows, even at birthday parties. Some roll their eyes, others argue over coffee. The names stay familiar: Marcos, Duterte, Aquino. Different faces, same surnames, same energy. If you’ve been watching this cycle for years, you’ll notice how little changes on the surface. But power …

For millions of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), selecting the right bank goes beyond saving money; it is about efficiently and safely supporting one’s family back home. The ideal OFW bank should facilitate the remittance process, manage finances online, and not have hidden charges that sting hard-earned savings in the end. There are several options available in the Philippines as well. …

Philippines has seen tremendous progress in the healthcare sector with the formation of world standard medical centers offering outstanding premium specialist care in most areas. In cardiovascular surgery as well as oncology, orthopedics and neurology, these hospitals have enjoyed recognition nationally and internationally, due to superior medical technologies, highly trained professionals and broad-based patient care programs. Most of these companies …

The Philippines has become one of the viable places where one can enjoy quality lives at affordable prices. Its tropical climate, rich cultural heritage, and welcoming nature make the archipelago home to many cities where people can comfortably live without hurting their wallets. Expressway-accessible big cities with the trappings of modern living and serene beach populations in small-town settings, these …

Travelling is one of the most beautiful part of life and that’s why tha places matter. Burnham Park located in Baguio City is a favorite destination for locals as well as tourists alike, this place offers beautiful gardens along with boating, biking, with vibrant city life. Many travelers are here who only visit for short trips or family vacations and …

By mid-afternoon, the streets of Bacolod carry a sweet smell that seems to follow the wind. It comes from open bakery doors, where trays of Napoleones and ensaymada cool beside glowing ovens. Locals stop for a quick bite, travellers stay longer than planned. The city’s sweets are known far beyond Negros Island—soft, buttery, and never too costly. Bacolod earned its …

Iloilo City, a UNESCO City of Gastronomy, is known for its rich culinary heritage in the world. You can enjoy from traditional noodle soups to fresh seafood along with grilled specialties, this city is offering a vibrant food culture which reflects its history as well. You can ask locals and they will proudly recommend these amazing spots for authentic Ilonggo …

Heat sticks to the skin by mid-morning in Cebu City. Horns blare, streets hum, and people look for air that feels lighter. A two-hour escape brings them to coasts where salt mixes with wind and sand, and the noise is gone. Cebu holds more than historic landmarks. Guides to the longest rivers in the Philippines and the longest bridges in …

Rizal was born on June 19, 1861, the 7th child of Don Francisco Mercado and Doña Teodora Alonso. He was christened Jose Protacio, in honor of two saints. His mother was a devotee of Saint Joseph while Saint Protacio is the patron saint for June 19. In the book “In Excelsis, writer Felice Prudente Santa Maria explained how Rizal got …