DFA Adds Seven Additional Countries Visa-Free Privilege

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) announced that, effective today, April 15, nationals of seven additional countries will now enjoy visa-free privilege to enter the Philippines for a period of stay of 30 days. These countries are Belize, Croatia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.

The privilege aims to promote tourism and investments from these countries, all of which have been emerging as key players in the international economic community and which have growing bilateral ties with the Philippines.

Let's Play at SANDBOX in Pampanga!

Pampanga is a wide plain of possibilities, I traveled to some of its destinations for fun and food like the river cruise in Sasmuan and Lubao, The nothern Mercato markets in Marquee Mall, and now something new and unique in the middle of the sandly lahar town of Porac Pampanga, Sandbox Alviera by Ayala Land in partnership with Leonio Land.

SandBox, located in the new Alviera township development, officially opened on April 12 with a lot of one of a kind attractions and some are a first in Asia.If you would think that it would be like a playpen for kids, well its actually for all ages. From simple joys of playgrounds up to hardcore adrenalin-filled rides and activities.

Among its major attractions is the Giant Swing, the Philippines’ tallest swing at 10-meters high. The Giant Swing takes up to two adult riders high into the air for an unforgettable and exhilarating swing.

Manila Cathedral Opens Its Doors After Years of Renovation!

The Manila Cathedral is considered one of the best Catholic Cathedral in the Philippines and is the seat of the Archdiocese of Manila which has been established since the Spanish colonization. The Cathedral has been destroyed by many times and by many ways like earthquake, fire, war and more. And the latest reconstruction was made after the war which took a lot of years. It is one of the remaining churches in the Intramuros area with San Agustin Church.

The Cathedral is a popular place for pilgrimage, tourism and weddings. It was closed for renovation for almost 2 years where visitors could only go up to the closed doors. It missed several occasions of the liturgical year. It was announced that either late March or early April the Cathedral will once again opens it doors to the public. And just in time with Holy Week starting next week.