A Star Ferry ride across Victoria Harbour costs HK$5 on a weekday. That’s about PHP 40, and it gives you one of the best skyline views in Asia. Hong Kong has a reputation for being expensive, and parts of it are. But the things most Filipinos actually want from a long weekend there (the harbour, […]
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The cheapest return seat from Manila to Osaka was PHP 18,438 when we checked, on Cebu Pacific for 17 to 19 November. A dorm bed in Namba can cost under PHP 1,200 a night. A bowl of Sukiya gyudon is ¥480, about PHP 191. And still, plenty of first-timers come home from Osaka having spent
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In 2025, 885,100 Filipinos flew to Japan, according to the Japan National Tourism Organization. That is about 2,400 Filipinos landing in Japan every day, and almost all of them needed a visa first. The route to that visa looks very different from when we wrote our first Japan guides in 2022. There is a visa
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She walked away from a WTA 1000 in Beijing to wear the flag at the Asian Games, reportedly willing to eat a $10,000 fine for it. That tells you who someone is. It also means the Chinese city worth flying to this October is not Beijing. It is Wuhan, where a round trip from Manila
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In January 2025, Alex Eala played the qualifying draw at the Singapore Tennis Open and lost. She never made the main draw. Twenty months later she comes back to the same tournament seeded sixth, ranked 18 in the world, above the woman who won the title that year. And a session ticket starts at S$8.
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Cebu Pacific used to fly you straight from Manila to Siem Reap. That route has been gone since December 2019, and nobody seems to have told the blogs. Half the Filipino guides still ranking for this trip describe an airport that closed in 2023 and a nonstop flight that no longer exists. So before you
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Family-friendly destinations in Asia are becoming favorites for summer travel. Families want trips that feel relaxing, exciting, and easy to plan. Parents are now looking for destinations with safe and fun attractions, kid-friendly hotels, and trusty internet for remote work. From beach towns in the Philippines to famous theme parks in Japan! Asia offers something
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Your next adventure may be closer than you think! This guide features the top 15 spots for affordable family getaways near Metro Manila! These nearby trips are perfect for balikbayans, guests, OFWs, and remote workers coming home to the Philippines. Spend more time with family without booking another flight. 10 Popular Affordable Family Getaways Near
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Got a tight budget? This guide covers the best and most affordable countries in Asia, travel tips and smart budget tips. It has everything a Filipino traveler might need to know. International travel can feel expensive this year. But many of the cheapest Asian countries to visit are very affordable for Filipinos. Some destinations offer
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Here’s our ultimate guide to the best visa free countries you can visit with a Philippine passport! It will help you plan smarter and enjoy smoother trips. This post may contain affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Traveling abroad can be stressful.
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