November 2018 | Say bienvenue to 2019 as Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila celebrates the New Year with a series of animations, gastronomy and special events. Bonne Année: New...
November 2018 | Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila celebrates the festive season with Art de Noël featuring The Enchanted Journey. Experience a voyage through the yuletide offerings at Sofitel’s Le...
November 2018 | Capture the magic of the Manila Bay sunset from as Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila unveils the newly transformed urban paradise — Sunset Bar. Showcasing a picturesque...
I was privileged to be invited to this event by the President of Autostrada Motore Inc, Wellington Soong. Mr. Soong is passionate about cars and Ferrari in particular, arguably...
If you own a company in the Philippines or plan to start one, it is important to be aware of the country’s law about holiday pay and the 13th...
The Christmas season in the Philippine is one of the longest celebrations in the world. The holiday season starts and ends with the “ber” months from September to December....
Dog walking around Metro-Manila is a good form of exercise to your pooch. Not only will it keep him fit but also maintain his recommended weight. In addition, they...
Selecting from the Philippine dog breeds that fit the climate is no walk in the park. Your head will spin with a lot of advice from acquaintances and information...
The 7th annual PIMS will be held at the World Trade Center between the 24th – 28th organized by CAMPI (Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc). Opening...
Doing business in the Philippines will have you jumping through multiple hoops, which is discouraging at times. To help you set up your entrepreneurial venture, here are some up-and-coming...
There’s pretty much no excuse anymore when it comes to working out. Metro Manila and the rest of the Philippines are dotted with gyms and fitness centers, some of...
It’s usually a trying experience if you do them for the first time. And you may have to keep going back if you miss bringing some requirements. But if...
The Philippines is fast becoming the favorite retirement haven of foreign nationals. More so now when retirement visa in the Philippines is made simple. That’s besides the fact that...
Retirement becomes a more exciting prospect when you plan to retire abroad. You get a fresh new start. But like everything else in life, it needs funding. Retirement overseas...
It’s never all fairytale stories of happy endings in the Philippines according to some headlines. But what do the foreigners living abroad, who have never visited the country yet,...
Once a country unsound of the radar of most future expats, there’s now a considerable evolution in the Philippines becoming a famous expat hot spot. But let’s face it,...
It’s an exciting journey working in the Philippines especially after an Expat Explorer survey said last year that some 52 percent of expats worldwide “found better personal fulfillment working...- The Philippines is fast becoming the favorite retirement haven of foreign nationals. More so now when retirement visa in the Philippines is made simple. That’s besides the fact that...
Expats planning to work in the Philippines can look forward to a nice work atmosphere if they secure the necessary papers for doing so. That’s the priority. Always, making...
After spending a great number of years in the corporate world and raising a family, it’s time to wear a new hat as a retiree. If you live in...
Filipinos are relatively sports loving people. And what better way for a foreigner to show their respect is by showing interest in their host’s favorite pastime. When Manny Pacquiao...
Fantastic beaches, amazing locals, terrific scenic spots, and everything nice make the Philippines a heaven for foreign tourists. But wait there’s more – The landscape of the Philippines makes...
The Philippine festivals were influenced by Spain. Almost every city and municipality celebrate to honor their patron saint, the numbers are ginormous with 145 and 1,489 respectively spread all...
If there is one thing Filipinos enjoy the most, it’s good music partnered with great company. Because of this, Philippine music festivals have started to crop up in the...
The Philippines has a plethora of traditions shaped by a storied past with different countries that occupied us including Spain, United States of America, and Japan. Add this with...
If you are a foreigner living in the Philippines, you will notice that Filipinos have bad habits that should be ditched. But these negative traits do not diminish the...
One of the most popular road trip destinations just a stone’s throw away from Manila is Batangas. Just a couple of hours down south, Batangas is the most accessible...
Bacolod, also known as the City of Smiles, is the capital of the province of Negros Occidental and is considered as the 2nd most populated city in the Visayas...
The Philippines is blessed with fantastic places to visit that will make the jaw of a tourist drop in awe. While the country is renowned for its scenic spots,...
Rusty steel wires clutch rotten wooden planks and you wonder if these can hold your heft. You struggle to reach a railing which is far apart as the wailing...
With 7,641 islands, the Philippines has an infinite supply of coastline and crystal clear sea water to discover. The country is teeming with scuba diving sites that cater to...
If you’ve been reading about the Philippines for some time now, what you’ll realize is that the country is lucky to have been blessed with stunning natural resources across...
