Sinulog 2026: Cebu Hotels Warn of Booking Scams
Cebu's hotel industry warns travelers of rising online booking scams ahead of the Sinulog festival. Learn how to protect yourself and book safely.
Cebu's hotel industry warns travelers of rising online booking scams ahead of the Sinulog festival. Learn how to protect yourself and book safely.
Cebu City hotels report 90% to fully booked occupancy for Sinulog weekend. Association president warns of booking scams, sees strong Q1 momentum. Discover the details.
Davao City's free No-Scalpel Vasectomy service saw a major increase to 279 acceptors in 2025. The safe, permanent family planning method is offered twice monthly. Learn how to avail.
Cebu Pacific cancels flights booked with stolen credit cards via Facebook groups. The airline urges passengers to book only through official channels to avoid scams and travel disruptions.
Forbes highlights the rise of 'glomads' in 2026, tech-savvy travelers using AI for itineraries and translation. Discover the pros and cons of high-tech travel.
Architect Michael P. Espina proposes a multi-nodal land use strategy to decongest Metro Cebu's urban core and boost climate resilience. Can this plan avert a looming crisis?
Jpark Island Resort & Waterpark in Mactan, Cebu, receives a prestigious five-star accreditation from the Department of Tourism. Discover the luxury amenities that earned this top rating.
Discover the 2026 Philippine holiday calendar for perfect 'quietcation' escapes. Plan long weekends for intentional rest and travel without using all your leave.
Cebu's domestic tourism soared with 102,124 visitors this Christmas, showcasing resilience and readiness for the upcoming 45th ASEAN Tourism Forum. Discover how local travel drives recovery.
Filipino travelers can now get instant travel tax refunds directly to their GCash wallets. TIEZA and GCash's new partnership modernizes government service.
The Coast Guard District Southeastern Mindanao reports four drowning incidents in Davao since December 2, 2025. The agency also details its holiday safety operations and passenger assistance.
Philippine airports handled over 731,000 passengers with zero security incidents during the holiday rush. Officials urge travelers to plan ahead and check prohibited items.
Barangay Labangon SK Chairperson Kim Kyle Buendia addresses allegations over his Thailand vacation, presenting documents to prove it was personal and authorized. Read his full statement.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival clarifies he did not authorize the Thailand trip of a Barangay Labangon SK official, stating it appears private. Public funds were not used, he says. Get the full story.
Cycling advocates in Metro Cebu demand exclusive, protective bike lanes to solve crippling traffic, boost the economy, and promote sustainable mobility. Learn why current infrastructure is failing.
Vietnam welcomed an estimated 21.5 million international tourists in 2025, generating nearly $40 billion in revenue. Discover the country's ambitious targets for 2026.
Davao Tourism Association urges private sector to boost local and international travel. Discover the success of the Davao Tourist Passport with 1.8M views and new member inductees.
Philippine Coast Guard rescues 18 after a motorized banca capsizes near Gilutungan Island. Authorities urge strict maritime safety compliance during the holiday travel surge. Read the full story.
Cebu's tourism office is surveying clean, accessible comfort rooms across the island to improve the travel experience. The verified list will be available in 2026.
The Philippine National Police urges the public to keep holiday travel plans off social media to prevent crimes. Over 100,000 officers are deployed for security.
Boljoon's Municipal Tourism Office warns tourists of online booking scams targeting visitors. They have released a list of verified resort Facebook pages for safe transactions. Stay alert and book only through official channels.
The Boljoon Municipal Tourism Office warns tourists of fake Facebook pages scamming visitors. Book only through verified resort pages to ensure safe travel. #TravelSafe #Boljoon
The Philippines' DOE terminated 84 renewable energy contracts, wiping out 5,372 MW of potential capacity. Find out why and what it means for the country's power supply.
Santa Fe LGU prohibits swimming and activities near Pooc cliffs after MGB finds geological instability. Stay safe this holiday season.
Road crash injuries in the Philippines nearly doubled to 11,146 during the 2024-2025 holidays. The DOH warns of alcohol-related incidents and urges safe driving. #RoadSafety
Pemuteran Village in North Bali earns global recognition as a Best Tourism Village 2025. Discover its coral reef restoration, community-led tourism, and how Filipino travelers can visit visa-free.
DOH reports 11,146 road crash injuries during the 2024-2025 holidays, a sharp rise linked to travel and alcohol. Two died in a Bataan bus crash. Stay safe on the road.
Clark Freeport welcomes the new First Clark Hotel & Residence, offering modern comfort for business and leisure travelers. Discover its elegant rooms, event spaces, and wellness amenities.
The DSWD launches a Minors Traveling Abroad help desk at NAIA Terminal 1 to assist families and prevent child trafficking. Learn how to apply for travel clearance online.
The Senate Economic Planning Office warns of tightening fiscal space and calls for structural reforms to protect the Philippines' long-term economic growth. Learn the key recommendations.