The Department of Tourism (DOT) presented “Distinctly Metropolitan Manila 2009”, a sequel to the “Best of Metropolitan Manila” showcase from Nov. 5 to 26 at Clamshell I, History Town, Intramuros.
The event is part of the DOT-National Capital Region (NCR) promotions program to expand awareness on Metro Manila as an ultimate tourist destination in this part [...]
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Best of Metropolitan Manila at Clamshell I, History Town in Intramuros
Miss Earth 2009 pageant to promote Boracay Island in 90 countries
The Miss Earth Foundation is set to promote this resort island in 90 countries, as it is the venue for the international pageant to be held on November 22.
Catherine Untalan, Miss Earth Philippines executive director, said that they have been urging several stakeholders in this resort island to ensure that Boracay is clean once the [...]
Philippine Department of Tourism commits to conserve rare bird species
The Department of Tourism (DOT) now joins Prince Albert II of Monaco and Sir David Attenborough in the Birdlife Species Champions honour roll, as it seals its commitment to the conservation of one of the rarest birds in the world, the Cebu Flowerpecker (Dicaeum quadricolor), only found in the Philippines.
Secretary Ace Durano recently signed an [...]
Helping typhoon Ondoy victims while exploring the Philippines?
Want to help the victims of typhoon Ondoy (Ketsana)? Well, you can while exploring the Philippines’ beautiful islands. Cultureight Travel is offering 30% of its published rates to the Philippine Red Cross for the benefit of those ravaged by the recent typhoon Ondoy.
Camiguin Island : Once dreaded volcano has turned into majestic tower of serenity and beauty
Camiguin Island was once regarded as a symbol of horror because of the intermittent eruption of Mt. Hibok–Hibok.
But today, the once dreaded volcano that hit world headlines nearly three decades ago has become a majestic tower of serenity and beauty. Camiguin Island holds fascinating historic cultural and archeological treasures.
The island has a circumference of 64 [...]
Expert warns of Boracay white sand beaches’ possible end
World-famous Boracay Island might lose its unique white sand beaches in 30 years or less if authorities push through with plans of flattening a hill in northern Caticlan, Aklan province to make way for extension of its airport’s runway.
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Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Mines and Geosciences Bureau (DENR-MGB) geologist Dr. Ricarte Javellosa warned [...]
