Filipinos are often recognized for popular inventions like the yoyo and karaoke, but their innovative contributions go far beyond just these recreational items. In the fields of writing, information technology (IT) and medicine, Filipinos have made significant strides with lesser-known inventions that have had a lasting impact. From creating a revolutionary ink alternative to advancing…
The Philippines is home to beautiful tropical beaches and raw natural beauty. But what really makes the country so endearing are the very people that live in its shores. Filipinos have a unique identity unlike any other. Their genuine hospitality is known all over the world, attracting foreigners from all corners of the globe. Their…
Filipino cuisine presents a melting pot of different flavors. The culture is inclined towards sumptuous meals prepared to be enjoyed by the entire family gathering at dinner. While you will find a lot of delicacies that focus on fried food, fatty meat, starchy stuff, and baked goods, these are perfectly balanced by healthy dishes for…
Colorful attires, vibrant atmosphere, and endless merrymaking, words fall short when describing Pintados Kasadyaan, one of the most awaited and standout festivals in the entire nation. This event is a merged celebration of two prominent festivals – the Kasadyaan Festival and the Pintados Festival held in the Tacloban City. The term ‘kasadyaan’ means happiness in…
The merry month of May is when Flores de Mayo is celebrated by the Filipino communities throughout the country. Flores de Mayo is a celebration in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and for the religious Philippines, this is a tradition that cannot be easily erased from the calendar amidst the radical changes in cultural…
The Philippines is a festival country. Every province in every region finds a reason to celebrate almost everything – from the religious feasts to customary traditions, to just about anything that can be celebrated. You’ve probably heard about Bangus Festival of Dagupan, Pangasinan, which celebrates the staple produce of the province – milkfish or bangus….
One religious activity that most Filipino Catholics engage in during the Holy Week or the Lenten Season, is Visita Iglesia or “church visit”. The general practice is to visit seven churches within their area and recite the Stations of the Cross while in the church. As there are 14 Stations of the Cross, in each…
In the Philippines and in all other Catholic countries in the world, Ash Wednesday officially ushers the start of the Lenten Season, a yearly observance by the Catholic Church to commemorate the passion and death of Jesus Christ. As taught in most Catholic schools throughout the country, Lent is a 40-day period of…
An english-speaking country with eclectic, fun-loving, vibrant, and hospitable group of people. No doubt Philippines is a country that you wanna list down as part of your world travel plan. If you are into diving, and enjoys the beach, the country boasts exotic and pristine beaches and selections of diving spots. In fact it is…