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Jennylyn Mercado Becomes Photographer for Dennis Trillo and Daughter Dylan on Japan Trip

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 15, 2024

Jennylyn Mercado is proving that being an “Instagram wife” is a real thing! On their recent family vacation to Japan, Jennylyn took on the role of photographer for her husband, Dennis Trillo, and their kids, Jazz, Calix, and little Dylan. She posted fun moments from their trip on Instagram, and in one of the highlights, […]

Sinigang Magic: Seattle-Based Filipino Shares Secret Recipe for Beauty and Success

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 14, 2024

In Seattle’s famous Pike Place Market, there’s a special Filipino restaurant run by Leila Apostol Rosas. It’s called Oriental Mart, and it’s been serving delicious Filipino food for over 55 years! Leila’s restaurant is known for its tasty dishes and a fun attitude. She even has funny signs on the walls, like one that says, […]

National Museum of the Philippines Hosts Fun Book Design Workshop in Bohol

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 13, 2024

MANILA, Philippines — If you want a book to catch people’s attention and share its message, it needs to look attractive! The cover should grab someone’s eye, making them want to pick it up. Designing a book, from the cover to the pages inside, is an art, and that’s where artist Felix Mago Miguel comes […]

In Pictures: Fun Things to Do and See at Zamboanga City’s Pink Beach

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 12, 2024

Zamboanga City in the Philippines is home to a special and rare beach – Great Santa Cruz Island. While white sand beaches are common in the Philippines, pink sand beaches like this one are very rare. Great Santa Cruz Island is one of only a few places in the world that has pink sand! The […]

Benefits of Direct Flights from Manila to Seattle for Filipino Americans and Workers

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 11, 2024

SEATTLE, USA – Leila Rosas, a Filipino-American business owner, has been running the Oriental Mart Filipino Restaurant in Seattle’s famous Pike Place Market for 55 years. Every February or March, Leila travels back to the Philippines for two weeks to discover new flavors and experiences from her homeland. Now, for the first time in her […]

Intramuros up against Taj Mahal, Burj Khalifa, and more for ‘World”s Leading Tourist Attraction” at the World Travel Awards 2024

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 10, 2024

Great news for the Walled City of Intramuros! It has been nominated for the title of World’s Leading Tourist Attraction at the 2024 World Travel Awards (WTA)! On the official WTA website, Intramuros is competing against some of the most famous tourist spots in the world. These include the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the Acropolis […]

CHECK IT OUT: Aubrey Miles Takes Philippine Airlines Business Class from Manila to Seattle!

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 9, 2024

SEATTLE, USA — Aubrey Miles and her husband, Troy Montero, recently enjoyed a long trip that just got a lot easier thanks to Philippine Airlines (PAL). The airline has started a new direct flight from Manila to Seattle, which means no more long layovers! Aubrey and Troy were among the first passengers to experience this […]

Gabbi Garcia and Khalil Ramos Enjoy a Fun Breakfast Cruise in Hawaii

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 8, 2024

Gabbi Garcia and Khalil Ramos are having a fantastic time on their vacation in Hawaii! They shared some exciting moments on Instagram, where Gabbi posted pictures of herself, Khalil, and her parents enjoying a yummy breakfast on a cruise in Honolulu. Gabbi wrote, “Sunrise breakfast cruise with this 95-year-old boat around Hawaii,” showing how much […]

Korea Tourism Organization Partners with Four Banks to Promote Travel to South Korea

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 7, 2024

MANILA, Philippines — In a landmark move, the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) has signed a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with four of the Philippines’ top financial institutions: BDO Unibank (BDO), Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), Metropolitan Bank & Trust Company (Metrobank), and Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC). This strategic partnership, marking the 75th […]

Apo Whang-Od’s Buscalan village now more accessible via new bridge

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)October 5, 2024

MANILA, Philippines — A hanging bridge and pathway funded by actor-politician Robin Padilla offers easier access to the Kalinga village of Buscalan, the residential area of legendary “mambabatok” Apo Whang-od. Prior to the bridge and pathway’s opening three months ago, travelers seeking to meet and get tattooed by Whang-od had to hike for an hour by foot through […]

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