Travel
DFA Passport Requirements for New Applicants and Renewal
Applying for a Philippine passport? Here are the DFA passport requirements for first-time applicants and renewals, the fees and how to book an appointment.
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Travel
Samal Paradise Island: Beach Resort Guide, Day Trips and Tips
Paradise Island Park and Beach Resort is one of Samal's classic day-trip beaches. Here is how to get there, what to bring and what to expect.
Travel
Pearl Farm Davao: Guide to Pearl Farm Beach Resort, Samal
Pearl Farm Beach Resort on Samal is one of Davao's best-known luxury stays. Here is its story, what to expect, how to get there and who will love it.
Lifestyle
10 Warning Signs of Ovarian Cancer Every Woman Should Know
Bloating, pelvic pain and feeling full quickly can be early signs of ovarian cancer. Learn the 10 warning signs, risk factors and when to see a doctor.
Food
How to Make Siomai: Cebu Siomai sa Tisa-Style Recipe
Juicy pork siomai like Cebu's famous Siomai sa Tisa stalls, with homemade chili-garlic oil and calamansi. Steam or fry, and freeze extras for later.
Food
Talakitok Recipe: Crispy Fried Trevally and Bisaya Escabeche
Learn how to cook talakitok two ways: golden pritong talakitok with vinegar dip, and a Bisaya-style escabeche with ginger, peppers and a sweet-sour glaze.
Travel
Davao to Cebu by Land and Sea: Bus and Ferry Routes Compared
Skipping the plane? Here's how to go from Davao to Cebu by bus and ferry, via Cagayan de Oro or via Surigao and Leyte, with time estimates and honest pros and cons.
Travel
Samal Island Ferry Schedule and How to Get There From Davao
How to get to Samal Island from Davao City by RoRo, passenger boat or resort shuttle, what the ferry schedule looks like, and how to get around once you land.
Food
Alugbati in English and Utan Bisaya Recipe, Davao Style
A light, healthy Bisaya vegetable soup with alugbati, squash, okra and malunggay, served with fried or dried fish the Davao way.
Travel
Cheap Hotels in Davao: Can You Still Stay Under ₱1,000?
Budget rooms in Davao City still exist, but you need to know where to look. Here's what ₱1,000 a night gets you and the best areas for cheap stays.
Money & Work
How to Activate BPI ATM Card and Fix a Blocked or Captured Card
New BPI debit card, or one that got blocked or swallowed by the ATM? Here's how activation generally works, why cards get blocked, and the safe way to get help from BPI.
Food
How to Marinate Boneless Bangus for Inihaw na Bangus
Inihaw na bangus, sinugbang bangus in Bisaya, is grilled milkfish stuffed with tomato, onion and ginger. Here's the marinade and the method.
Entertainment
Nasal Singing Explained: Famous Nasal Singers and How to Fix It
Why do some rock legends sound like they sing through their noses? We explain nasality, profile famous nasal singers and share tips to control it.
Travel
Is Davao Safe for Tourists? City Rules and Safety Tips
Davao City has a reputation for order and strict rules. Here is what that means for visitors, what precautions still make sense, and how to check advisories.
Money & Work
Call Centers in Cebu: Top BPO Employers, Pay and How to Apply
Cebu is one of the country's biggest BPO hubs. Here are the major employers, where they are, what they pay and how to get hired.
Travel
Talikud Island Beach Resort Guide: How to Get to Isla Reta
White sand, clear water and camping under the stars, a short boat ride from Davao City. Here is how to reach Isla Reta on Talikud Island and what to pack.
Money & Work
Banks in Cebu: Guide to Major, Savings and Digital Banks
BDO, BPI, Metrobank, Landbank, digital banks and more: which banks you will find in Cebu, how to open an account, and how to get a branch's official contact details.
Travel
Cheap Flights in the Philippines: Seat Sales and Booking Tips
Seat sales, fare alerts, baggage tricks and travel tax rules: a practical guide to cheaper domestic and international flights from Cebu, Davao and Manila.
Food
Adobong Manok Recipe with Pork: Ingredients and Procedure
The Filipino dish everyone argues about. Our classic chicken and pork adobo recipe with clear ingredients, procedure and regional variations.
Food
La Paz Batchoy Recipe Plus Davao Home-Style Batchoy
Two batchoys in one post: Iloilo's famous La Paz noodle soup and the gingery pork-and-misua batchoy cooked in Davao and Bisaya homes.
Travel
Cebu to Boracay: Flights, Ferries and Overland Routes Compared
Flying Cebu to Caticlan is the fastest way to Boracay. Here is how it compares with Kalibo flights and the long sea-and-land route.
Culture
Kadayawan Festival Guide: Davao's August Harvest Celebration
Davao's biggest party is a thanksgiving for nature's bounty. Here is what the Kadayawan Festival celebrates, which events to catch every August and how to enjoy it.
Food
List of Filipino Soups: Best Pinoy Sabaw for Rainy Days
When the rain pours, Filipinos reach for sabaw. Here are the best Pinoy soups, from sinigang and tinola to Cebu's pochero and balbakwa, plus a sweet champorado bonus.
Travel
Philippine Eagle Center Davao City: How to Get There
Meet the Philippine eagle in the cool hills of Malagos, Calinan. How to get to the Philippine Eagle Center by car or public transport, what to expect and why it matters.