Food, beaches, hidden getaways, and cultural heritage — these are just some of the things that the Philippines is known for. Over the past decade, we have been successful in putting our country on the map thanks to the different marketing and promotion efforts led by the Department of Tourism (DOT). But with the current …
Through years of evolution and change, music has persisted. Even as the world adjusts to the new normal brought about by the COVID-19 crisis, music still has the power to unify people and resonate with personalities from all walks of life. Now more than ever, it has become a powerful avenue to share experiences, show …
In 2018, the Philippine Association of Convention/Exhibition Organizers and Suppliers, Inc. (PACEOS) initiated the MICE Roadmap 2030, in collaboration with the Department of Tourism (DOT), the Tourism Promotions Board Philippines (TPB), the Board of Investments (BOI) and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). The Roadmap trained the spotlight on the important socio-economic contribution of …
In the words of technology maverick Bill Gates, “we’re changing the world with technology.” Technology has led the way for man to advance in every aspect of life, and now more than ever, we rely on technology to find solutions to one of the biggest challenges we face today: the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. …
German philosopher Immanuel Kant once said, “it is through education that all good in the world arises.” Every child has the right to education, but enter a global pandemic, and the access to basic education has been made more challenging. Research from UNESCO shows that 1.1 billion children are out of school worldwide due to …
The pandemic has changed the way we see the world and how we can see more of it. With the limits of physical distancing and regulation to stay at home as much as possible, luxuries such as traveling and taking vacations abroad seem like a far-off dream or fantasy. But as they say, “If there’s …
In recent years, the Philippines has experienced a lot of innovation and tech integration. One of the best is the introduction of Transport Network Vehicle Services (TNVS) or simply ride-hailing, which Filipino commuters fully embraced because it brought convenience, reliability, and safety — all in just one push of a button. Unfortunately, our current situation …
Businesses, both big and small, are currently at a crossroad. With the ongoing health crisis due to COVID-19, they have to decide on what’s next for them in this new normal. While there are businesses that were forced to close up shop due to the pandemic, there are also those that thrived and showed their …
“Food is life.” This is a common saying among foodies. Even when discussing technicalities, this statement is factual. For food indeed gives and sustains life. During the global pandemic, food was one of the things that has helped Filipinos earn extra money as they sell homemade goods online. It has also awakened their inner chefs …