Travel

More restrictions set to protect Mount Pulag

LA TRINIDAD, Benguet (PIA) — More restrictions are set to be implemented in order to protect and conserve the Mount Pulag National Park’s natural habitat and its vegetation. Mount Pulag National Park Superintendent Emerita Albas in a kapihan forum said that there is a need to decongest people coming to the national park especially tourists who are flocking the ‘sacred mountain’ during weekends to experience its mystic beauty. Albas said there is an increase of […]

Best summer getaways in the Philippines!

QUEZON City,Philippines (February 26) – Summer is nearly upon us! Now is the perfect time to plan  where to spend your vacation. In anticipation of the long holiday, many of us are already looking for the perfect getaway to relax and have fun. It goes without saying that the summer vacation is the perfect time to go travelling. Therefore, let’s take a glimpse to some of the best places to visit in Philippines during the summer […]

UN forbids lithium ion batteries in passenger aircraft

NEW YORK City, United States of America – The United Nations Civil Aviation Agency have come into an agreement regarding the prohibition of shipment of lithium-ion batteries in passenger aircraft since said batteries can cause fire. Said prohibition will last until the organization is able to develop new safety standards regarding said batteries. Said prohibition will start on April 1. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by […]

Toyota recalling 2.9 million vehicles globally over seatbelt issue

TOYOTA CITY, AICHI PREFECTURE, Japan (Reuters) — Toyota Motor Corp said on Thursday (February 18) it is conducting a global recall of 2.87 million vehicles due to the possibility that their seatbelts could be damaged by a metal seat frame part in the event of a crash. In an email, the world’s biggest-selling automaker said that the global recall involved its RAV4 SUV model produced between July 2005 and August 2014 and sold worldwide, and […]

Tourism: A tenth of the world economy

PARIS, France (AFP) — Terrorism and epidemics now and again make a dent in tourism numbers, but the sector usually quickly rebounds and it now employs hundreds of millions and accounts for a tenth of global output. Here are five key points about the sector, which grew 4.4 percent last year to nearly 1.2 billion people taking a trip outside of their country: – Europe (including Russia) remains the most visited region with 609 million […]

Some are wary after attacks, but Paris magic still enchants tourists

PARIS, France (AFP) — Some visitors may be steering clear of the world’s top tourist destination after terror attacks in the French capital, but for lovers, shoppers and gourmands who dare to go, Paris will always be Paris. Quaint Parisian streets have been a little quieter and lines outside the Louvre museum or under the Eiffel Towel a little shorter since a November jihadist attack which killed 130 people. Francois Navarro, head of the Paris […]

25 Countries you can go to without visa

QUEZON City, Philippines (February 8) – Let’s face it! Applying for a travel visa can really be a hassle. This is one of the great factors that discourage people, especially first-time travelers, from exploring the world. But hey, don’t give up! If you already have a passport, it is time to rejoice! Just with your passport, you can experience different cultures and meet new people around the globe. Do you know why? Because there are countries […]

Demand for women-only motorcycle taxis soars in Indonesian capital

Indonesia’s capital Jakarta is seeing a growing number of transportation services catering exclusively to women, offering better security and comfort in the Indonesian capital of 10 million people. Ladyjek, one of the most recent entrants to the female-only taxi services, has seen business take off less than four months after starting operations in the predominately Muslim nation. The company’s motorcycle drivers, sporting bright pink helmets, can easily be ordered using a mobile app. Uki Pratiwi, […]

Islas de Gigantes

Naiisip niyo bang gawing exciting ang inyong 2016? Bakit hindi ninyo i-set ito bilang travel year? At para makatulong sa inyo na nagbabalak libutin ang pilipinas, may isang lugar kaming i-susuggest sa inyo. Saan ito? Tara samahan po ninyo kaming bisitahin ang isa sa pinagmamalaki ng Iloilo, Isla De Gigantes. Ang isla de gigantes ay nasa northeast part ng panay. Nasasakop ito ng bayan ng Carles, Iloilo. May roon itong dalawang malaking isla, ito ang […]

A pineapple a day!

QUEZON City, Philippines (January 18) – The pineapple may be funny-looking but it has a serious impact on health, and packs a lot health and medicinal benefits including their ability to improve respiratory health, cure coughs and colds, improve digestion, help you lose weight, strengthen bones, improve oral health, boost eye health, reduce inflammation, prevent cancer, increase heart health, fight off infections and parasites, improve the immune system, and increase circulation. The pineapple is a delicious tropical fruit […]

Automotive eye candy at Detroit Auto Show

Sports cars, often short on practicality but long on style were on full display on Tuesday (January 12) at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Automakers from around the globe wowed experts with their powerful engines and high-tech performance capabilities. VLF Automotive unveiled it’s prototype 740-horsepower Force 1 V10 sport coupe which is said to be capable of driving 218 miles per hour (350 kilometers per hour). The automaker plans on manufacturing only […]

Landmarks takes on the Banaue Rice Terraces!

QUEZON City, Philippines (January 12) – The Banaue Rice Terraces – every elementary school child knows about it and has seen it in photographs and in textbooks. It is one of the most well-known landmark of the Philippines and that’s the reason why NET 25’s travel and history show, Landmarks, decided to delve into the rich cultural heritage of the eighth wonder of the world. And it is truly wonderful! Just imagine, the Banaue Rice […]