MANILA, Philippines — Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Undersecretary Eliseo Rio Jr. suggested improving the internet service in the Philippines to ease traffic problems during the hearing on the proposed granting of emergency powers to President Rodrigo Duterte. Continue reading
PUERTO PRINCESA CITY—The sun is no longer shining on Puerto Princesa City’s tourism industry, or so it seems.
Business establishments around the capital city of Palawan are hurting from losses due to an unusual slowdown in tourism activity in the province’s main economic hub.
While some dismiss it as a lull, many are starting to worry about the likelihood of a recovery. Continue reading
Perched on the southeastern edge of the Philippines archipelago is the slender, paint-brush shaped island of Palawan.
Home to natural wonders, hundreds of untouched beaches and pristine water, Palawan is yet to draw big crowds or carve a niche for itself on the tourist map. So, the advantage at the moment is that you can enjoy exclusive time gawking at the enticing vignettes of the coral-filled waters, limestone cliffs and tiny islets that you have been drooling at on postcards. Continue reading
