Taiheiyo Cement Philippines in San Fernando, Cebu, reinforced workplace safety through a week of drills, health seminars, and Japanese 'Pointing and Calling' training for 335 workers. Read how they aim for zero incidents.
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.
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.
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.
Coast Guard District Southeastern Mindanao reports six drowning incidents in Davao Region as of Jan 5, 2025, with three involving intoxication. Officials urge public to avoid drinking while swimming.
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.
The deadly New Year's fire in Switzerland mirrors the 1996 Ozone Disco disaster in Quezon City. We examine the painful parallels and the vital lessons on fire safety and vigilance for the Philippines. Honor the victims with action.
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.
Davao City celebrates another incident-free New Year with zero firecracker-related injuries or stray bullet cases. Authorities credit strict ordinance enforcement and community cooperation. Read how the city maintains its safety record.
The DOH reports a shocking 1,113 road accidents from Dec 21 to Jan 2, with 7 fatalities. Experts call for stricter enforcement, better infrastructure, and public education to curb the crisis.
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.
The Police Regional Office–Negros Island Region (PRO-NIR) declared the New Year festivities generally peaceful, with zero firecracker deaths and significant arrests. Read about the successful Ligtas Paskuhan 2025 campaign.
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.
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.
A fire caused by a customer igniting fireworks destroyed stalls in Barili, Cebu, highlighting the critical need for strict safety enforcement and public responsibility during the holiday season.
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
As New Year revelry approaches, DOLE issues a stern reminder on pyrotechnics safety after 188 injuries were recorded last year. Discover the risks and safer alternatives for celebration.
DOLE Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma mandates strict OSH compliance for the hazardous pyrotechnics industry ahead of New Year celebrations. Monitoring intensifies with BFP, PNP, and LGUs.
The DOH reports two fatalities and 263 road crash injuries from Dec 21-26. Most victims were on motorcycles without helmets. Stay safe this holiday season.
DOH reports 263 road crash cases from Dec 21-26, 2025, mostly involving motorcycles. Officials urge safety as holiday travel peaks. Read for vital road safety reminders.
Santa Fe LGU prohibits swimming and activities near Pooc cliffs after MGB finds geological instability. Stay safe this holiday season.
A 12-year-old boy drowned in the Butuanon River in Mandaue City. His father demands an investigation as friends initially hid the truth. Read the full story.