Travel Tips

2012 Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta Schedule of Activities

Official Dates and Times of Hot Air Balloon Fiesta Events - The 17th Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta will be held from Thursday 9th February through Sunday 12 February.

Early Morning events at the Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta 2012

Below is final schedule for the upcoming 2012 Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta.  Scheduling may change subject to weather conditions and availability of participants. Read more…

How Much is the NAIA Terminal Fee Departure Tax in Manila Airport

According to News, NAIA Terminal Fee will be lowered to PhP550.00/person from Php750 starting February 1, 2012.

For Domestic travelers, Local terminal fee from NAIA will remain PhP200.00 per passenger.

Anthony Bordain’s Top Travel Tips For Holiday Travel

Timed to the launch of Travel Channel’s “No Reservations” Collection 6 Part 1 DVD and the busy holiday travel season, Anthony Bourdain, the chef, author and host offers his top 5 travel tips on how to survive travel nightmares and make the most of any trip.

Below please find Anthony’s TOP FIVE TIPS to make holiday travel less hassle, and more fun!

Eat like a local. Wherever you are, eat what the locals are good at or famous for, and eat where those locals like to eat it. Do not rely on your concierge for dining tips. He’s in the business of making tourists happy. You want the places that make locals happy. Seek out places crowded with locals. Avoid places where others of your kind are present. Read more…

Tips for a money-smart holiday from Jetstar

Getting the most from hard-earned money is always a smart thing. Here are some quick tips for travelling more, for less, with Jetstar.

1)      Book early: The earlier you book, the more likely you are going to find special deals and affordable airfares as well as accommodation discounts.

2)      Hunt for bargains: Jetstar’s Friday Fare Frenzy is a great time to purchase a holiday fare, with sale fares on selected routes available Friday from 11am to 6pm at Jetstar.com.

3)      Sign-up and be the first to know: The best way have an affordable holiday is to be among the first to find out about great sale fares. Subscribe to airline e-newsletters like Jetstar’s JetMail to ensure you never miss out on Jetstar’s low fares. Read more…

The Top Five Exotic Travel Destinations Least Touched by Man

When one attempts to “get away from it all” one often finds that the task is a lot easier said than done. In fact the definition of “it all” probably varies from person to person. But if you mean “it all” quite literally, then of course you mean you want to vacate from civilization as fast as possible. Unfortunately mankind has left its imprint on just about every beautiful location on Earth. With that said, there linger a few opportunities to witness the world as it once was before the arrival of people. The following are five places you can still count on to provide you and yours with an authentic natural travel experience:

Seychelles

Located amidst a sequence of 115 archipelago islands in the Indian Ocean, Seychelles is 50% natural preserve. That means half the country is off limits to the influences of human industry, commercialization, and residency. Seychelles also features 305 miles of paradise-grade beaches, providing visitors with a classic tropical experience. Read more…

What is the best beach destination in Asia?

Im traveling in the next couple of months with my fiance and I am not yet decided where to go but I really want to go to the beach.

Do you have a specific recommendation as to the best beach in Asia?

I dont care about the cost and how far the location is, I just want a really relaxing environment and a place that is not that crowded.