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Photo contest to feature 81 PH provinces accepting entries until June 30
This is open to all Filipinos who would like to share photos of less recognized sights from their own province

LIST: Which countries can Filipinos travel to during pandemic?
(3rd UPDATE) Here are the countries with travel restrictions still in place as of Sunday, July 5

Inside the Industry: The future of photography and travel with Sonny Thakur
Photographer Sonny Thakur shows us how a travel publication like Grid Magazine works from home

Face masks, health checks, and long check-ins: The future of flying
As the aviation industry attempts to find a way forward, experts warn the impact of the coronavirus pandemic will be far-reaching

Expedia raising $3.2 billion to weather pandemic hit
Expedia will also furlough workers, and its board and top executive will forgo cash pay for the rest of the year, Expedia Group chairman Barry Diller says

Moscow launches digital travel permits under lockdown
The permit system, which will be operational from April 15, may be expanded to monitor people going out even within their local neighborhood, if needed, authorities said

U.S. extends travel ban to U.K. and Ireland, reviews domestic curbs
The suspension of 'all travel from the United Kingdom and Ireland' is effective midnight Monday EST (12 pm Philippine time on Tuesday, March 17)

Ormoc City sets travel restrictions due to coronavirus
The city also suspends classes in all levels from March 16 to 20

MAPS: Metro Manila and the challenges of travel restrictions
Here's an overview of the National Capital Region and the challenges and complexities of implementing a 'lockdown' or 'community quarantine' in the area

Travelers rush into U.S. ahead of ban on Europe arrivals
Travelers who had hurried to leave Europe before the travel ban is implemented braced themselves for chaos at New York's JFK but on their arrival find the airport calmly serene

IATA urges 'emergency measures' for airlines after U.S. travel ban
The International Air Transport Association warns that airlines, already suffering from the impact of the coronavirus, would face even more financial woes

Virus seen to cost world tourism at least $22 billion
Researchers find that the economies most likely to suffer would be those most dependent on Chinese tourism, including the Philippines
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U.S. now has De Lima's recommended list for travel bans, sanctions
(UPDATED) The Australian Parliament also reaches out to De Lima as the country works on its own version of the Magnitsky Act
ICYMI: The PTAA TravelTour Expo 2020 is happening this weekend
The event is pushing through at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay

AirAsia cancels selected PH-China flights
The airline says all affected guests will be promptly notified via email or SMS


Here's what you can do if your flight to China has been cancelled
(UPDATED) Airlines offer alternatives to passengers with flight tickets to destinations in mainland China

LIST: Beautiful, underrated Philippine destinations to visit in 2020
Consider these under-the-radar places of nature and culture for your next travel adventures this year!

International tourism growth slows in 2019 – UN
Both 2017 and 2018 had posted exceptionally high rates of tourism growth

5 types of chats you usually get from a traveling friend
Aren't these all too familiar?

Wanted: Girlfriend to fly to the moon with Japanese billionaire
The deadline to apply is January 17, 2020. Interested?

Siargao among Conde Nast Traveler’s ‘Best Holiday Destinations for 2020’
The surf paradise in Surigao del Norte makes it to the list along with destinations such as Kyoto in Japan, Galway in Ireland, and Pakistan

2 days before Christmas, sea travel suspended in Visayas areas threatened by Ursula
(UPDATED) Over 2,600 passengers across the region are stranded due to the suspension of sea travel

In search of the perfect cabbage and pork slab in Taiwan
Well, I went to the twin national museums instead

The unbearable weight of traveling while female
Many times I feel that nothing is better than another female's company when I’m traveling alone

The Philippines is the best diving destination according to the World Travel Awards
Amanpulo Resort is recognized as World’s Leading Dive Resort

Why Singles’ Day is the perfect travel opportunity for you
Use these 5 tips to prepare for the Singles' Day online frenzy on November 11

Resorts World operator to delist from PSE on October 21
Travellers International buys back its shares at just P5.50 apiece, much lower than its IPO price of P11 back in 2013

Liquidators start dismantling Britain's Thomas Cook
Hays Travel acquires Thomas Cook's 555 United Kingdom stores for an undisclosed sum and says it will hire 'as many Thomas Cook staff as possible'

Filipinos have more in common with Brazilians than we realize
Though Brazilians speak Portuguese, the Filipino language has just enough Spanish words for any Filipino to connect with them

Sunseekers feel the strain of Thomas Cook crisis
With British travel giant Thomas Cook in trouble, travelers fear they will be unable to return home or their trips will not push through

What should cities do to attract more tourists?
Experts share some insights into how local governments can help boost, and sustain, their tourism industry
How the way we travel has changed
There’s an emphasis on enriching, immersive experiences

Resorts World Manila operator voluntarily delists from PSE
Travellers International says its conversion from a public entity into a private company will allow it to address 'evolving market demands' without compromising business strategies

U.S. upgrades Hong Kong travel warning as airport protest planned
The US warning comes after countries including Australia, Britain, Ireland, Singapore, and Japan issued heightened travel warnings for Hong Kong

Exploring Hanoi, Vietnam: Hidden gems, secret spots
Planning to visit Hanoi soon? Here's a 4-day itinerary and travel guide to help you out!

Tinder feature warns users if they're in countries with laws targeting LGBTQ+
The feature, called Traveler Alert, hides LGBTQ+ users' profiles or their sexual orientation information if they're in countries where same-sex relationships are illegal

Palawan is 2019's 2nd-best island in the world
...but of course that doesn't come as a surprise

INFOGRAPHIC: Take the whole family on an unforgettable trip to Singapore
Are you into sports, food, or the arts? You’ll surely make memories you’ll never forget!

Alliance Global sets P410-billion capex for 2020 to 2024
Alliance Global's property arm Megaworld Corporation receives the lion's share of the budget set for 2020 to 2024

Got 72 hours in Hong Kong? Here's how you should spend that quick getaway
Make it count by visiting some of these new and off-the-beaten spots

Who is the new Pinoy traveler?
For starters, he or she prefers more meaningful trips than simply getting as many stamps on their passports as possible

Keeping the Enchanted River 'bluer than blue': A lesson on conservation and community
The Enchanted River's Blue Lagoon is one of the most visited places in Hinatuan

LIST: What to pack when traveling in the Philippines
It’s more fun in the Philippines…if you know what to pack for your trip

How do we adapt to the rapid changes in technology?
Get to know more about Accenture's 'See the New, Now' movement

From pristine beaches to scenic highlands: 5 budget weekend trips from P2,000 and up
Here's a short list of weekend adventures that can reinvigorate you by Monday
INFOGRAPHIC: Let Singapore be your family’s next summer destination
Check out all the activities that every member of the family will enjoy

How about it? A no-selfie travel adventure
Imagine if instead of photos, you have the sound of a crowded plaza, a parade, or a school reunion!

Strong Swiss gun culture faces EU pressure
Switzerland has the world's 16th highest rate of gun ownership according to a 2017 report by the Small Arms Survey

Five tips for your next barkada trip
...and from travel companies themselves, no less!

Filipino netizens fume over Lonely Planet video featuring Banaue Rice Terraces
(UPDATED) The video, which has since been taken down, said the terraces were 'first built around 2,000 years ago by the Chinese'
