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Cebu still preferred by BPO firms expanding outside metro Manila

Sun Star 06 Jun 2023
Similar to Metro Manila, Colliers highlights the opportunity for Cebu-based firms, including business process management firms, to implement flight-to-value strategies by occupying new and quality office spaces at attractive rates, given the province’s abundance of quality office spaces.
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Philippines expects more Chinese tourists by facilitating e-visa service

People Daily 05 Jun 2023
MANILA, June 3 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines hopes to attract up to 2 million Chinese tourists this year amid the Southeast Asian country's efforts to remove the cap for issuing e-visa for Chinese nationals, Philippine Tourism Secretary Christina Gracia Frasco has said ... dollars in revenue ... (Web editor. Zhang Kaiwei, Wu Chaolan). .
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Israel’s first hotel

Manila Standard 04 Jun 2023
We rave so much about our Grand Old Dame, the historic Manila Hotel, because it is the first luxury class hotel in the country and its interiors easily speak of elegance and class ... These hotels combine uniqueness and elegance and capture the hearts of guests with their creative and attractive design style.
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Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, June 3

China.dot.org 03 Jun 2023
MANILA -- The Philippines hopes to attract up to 2 million Chinese tourists this year amid the Southeast Asian country's efforts to remove the cap for issuing e-visa for Chinese nationals, Philippine Tourism Secretary Christina Gracia Frasco has said ... (Philippines-China-Tourists). - - - - ... (India-Train Collision-Death Toll). - - - - ... - - - - ... - - - -.
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This city was ravaged in WWII. Why do few remember the suffering and sacrifice?

The Los Angeles Times 29 May 2023
But it was pulled down after a Japanese minister complained to Rodrigo Duterte, then the Philippine president, that the statue’s appearance was “regrettable.” I found a far different and unexpected monument in Mabalacat, north of Manila, built by local officials in 1998 to attract Japanese tourists.
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Reimagine Post Office Building transformation

Manila Bulletin 24 May 2023
Like Singapore’s Fullerton/General Post Office Building, the Manila Central Post Office Building’s neoclassical architecture provides tremendous visual attraction – and especially because of its proximity to the National Museums, the Manila City Hall, Metropolitan Theater, Rizal ...
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Fire devastates Manila’s iconic Central Post Office

La Prensa Latina 22 May 2023
... the period of American colonization of the archipelago, as part of the urban plan of renowned architect Daniel Burnham, who decided to locate it in the old Manila town, near other tourist attractions along the Pasig River.
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In the Philippines, the country’s historic Central Post Office burned down – Reuters

The Eastern Herald 22 May 2023
The fire broke out around 11.45 p.m ... CNN. His case is being established ... The building is located in the historic old town of Manila, close to other tourist attractions along the Pasig River which runs through the capital ... ....
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The SM Mall of Asia Arena ‘eyecon’ through the years and beyond

Manila Standard 22 May 2023
The iconic eye-shaped exterior of the Mall of Asia Arena ... With a seating capacity of 15,000 and the ability to accommodate up to 20,000 attendees at maximum capacity, it truly epitomizes a world-class venue ... Disney on Ice returns to Manila to celebrate 100 years of Disney ... The popularity of K-pop attracts legendary acts like BTS to perform in Manila ... .
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Fashion gala marks tourism’s golden year 

Manila Standard 21 May 2023
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) – Philippines Chapter came up with an attractive way to mark the Tourism Industry’s golden year through a dinner event, PATA GALA – A Fashion Show with a Heart at the Ballroom of The Manila Hotel.
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Tokyo, Singapore top the list of Filipinos’ most sought-after travel destinations in 2023

Manila Standard 21 May 2023
Singapore, on the other hand, offers a blend of cosmopolitan living, iconic landmarks, and diverse attractions that attract Filipinos seeking a vibrant travel experience ... Hong Kong then Manila takes the seventh spot. In 8th place, Seoul, the capital of South Korea, attracts.
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Next-gen city: Rise of Aseana City proves ‘if you build it, they will come'

Manila Bulletin 18 May 2023
With a pedestrian-centric philosophy in place, the vision is that one day, one can walk from the LRT 1 Station at Redemptorist-Aseana City, stroll through Aseana City’s landmarks and attractions, and walk all the way to the Manila Bay waterfront without being exposed to heat or rain.”.
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Concentrix grows with big move to Arthraland's Cebu Exchange

Sun Star 17 May 2023
Cebu City has become a popular location for businesses due to its highly skilled talent pool, superior regional accessibility, and more cost-effective alternative to Manila. In 2020, the city was named the 12th most attractive BPO destination by the Tholons Global Innovation Index ... "We are delighted to welcome Concentrix to the Cebu Exchange ... .
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Concentrix grows with big move to Arthaland's Cebu exchange

Sun Star 16 May 2023
Cebu City has become a popular location for businesses due to its highly skilled talent pool, superior regional accessibility, and more cost-effective alternative to Manila. In 2020, the city was named the 12TH most attractive BPO destination by the Tholons Global Innovation Index ... “We are delighted to welcome Concentrix to the Cebu Exchange.
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Resorts in Tanay, Rizal offer relaxing spots for Mother’s Day

Manila Bulletin 13 May 2023
Sea of clouds, cold breeze and nature sceneries are among the attractions that can be relaxing for a quick escape from the scorching hot weather of Metro Manila, especially this Mother’s Day month ... The office of Tanay Mayor Rafael Tanjuatco told Manila Bulletin that tourists can ...

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