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Boracay Tourists reminded to take care of belongings while in the island

The Boracay Special Tourism Police Office (BSTPO) is reminding foreign and local tourists coming to this resort island to be wary of the Salisi gang.

Police S/Inspt.Rolando Vilar, Boracay police chief said that some members of the Salisi gang are from Metro Manila while the others are locals.


Boracay Island Philippines

“We are planning to place streamers in strategic locations of Boracay Island to remind tourists to take care of their personal belongings and be vigilant so that they will not be victimized by the syndicate,” Vilar said.

It was learned that since November of last year, scores of tourists and even residents have been victimized by the series of robberies on Boracay Island. (more…)

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Philippines continues to lure French tourists

The Philippines has recently welcomed top travel agents from France, all set to sell promotional packages to the country for year 2010.

French travel agents at the Wellness workshop, checking the banana leaves used for traditional 'hilot' massage.

French travel agents at the Wellness workshop, checking the banana leaves used for traditional 'hilot' massage.

With travel prospects looking brighter ahead, the Department of Tourism (DOT) expands its marketing efforts through a series of seminars and experiential tours during their visit. (more…)

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Charter flights to Kalibo, Boracay to boost arrivals

Optimistic to get a bigger slice of the outbound market of Taiwan in time for the upcoming winter months’ long vacation and the Chinese New Year in February 2010, the Department of Tourism (DOT) has recently conducted presentations in three big cities of Kaohsiung, Taichung and Taipei, in Taiwan.

A busy Philippine pavilion at the Taipei International Travel Fair 2009

A busy Philippine pavilion at the Taipei International Travel Fair 2009

Tourism Secretary Ace Durano said, “Taiwan continues to be one of the country’s top source markets for nature-based travel. Prospects are high from this market, as we keep up our strong tourism links with this segment.” (more…)

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How to get Car Insurance In The Philippines

Everyone agrees that car insurance is just an additional burden for car owners.

Apart from the Mandatory Third Party Liability (TPL) that is being required by the Philippines Land Transportation Office, Each Filipino Car Owner should also get a comprehensive Insurance Policy.

A comprehensive car insurance policy is recommended since it covers bodily indjury, property damage and passengers personal accidents as well.

By getting a Comprehensive Insurance Policy, you are not just protecting your vehicle but also the passengers as well.

There’s a lot of insurance companies offering different types of coverage and price may also vary so you have to make sure to request for Car Insurance Quotes for you to compare each insurance package. (more…)

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Davao tourism group plans study mission to Bali, Indonesia

A tourism industry group here plans to launched a study mission to Bali, Indonesia to boost tourism revenues in the Davao Region and for the country.

The Davao Industry Cluster Capacity Enhancement Project (DICCEP) proposed this to the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA),

Industry group spokesperson Eden David of the Department of Tourism said the planned trip to Bali was basically for “bench marking” to orient the Davao tourism industry group on how a small place like Bali, Indonesia succeeded in making it a global tourism destination, despite the problem of terrorism and the bombings some years ago.

Bali was successful in utilizing its own local native attractions, which were mostly culture-based. It made itself one of the world’s most exotic place to visit, attracting millions of foreign tourists over the years to relish and experience Indonesian culture.

“If Bali can do it, we also have the resources and attractions to do it in Davao,” says Evelyn Perin, spokesperson of the tourism industry cluster. (more…)

Spirit of Manila Airlines unveils new aircraft

Spirit of Manila Airlines unveiled on Friday its new MD-83 aircraft at the Diosdado Macapagal International Airport (DMIA).

Clark International Airport Corporation (CIAC) President and CEO Victor Jose I. Luciano said that more aircraft which includes an MD-83, Boeing 747-300 and 747-400 will be arriving sometime by September and November to complete its fleet in time for their operations this December. The MD-83 aircraft arrived at the DMIA last August 1.

The air carrier is expected to fly via, Taiwan, and Macau and in the Middle East via Qatar, Dubai, Bahrain, and Kuwait to serve the bulk of the Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) mostly coming from Central and Northern Luzon.

“This will benefit our OFWs working in the Middle East most of which are from the Central and Northern Luzon and attract more tourists to visit our country using DMIA,” Luciano added.

Luciano led other officials that include Transportation and Communication Secretary Leandro Mendoza, Spirit of Manila Chairman Basilio Reyes, President and CEO Jimmy Matibag and Vice President Rene Ocampo, and their foreign partner Vice Chairman Hamad Altani (more…)

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