PHILTOA Launches the 36th Philippine Travel Mart: Boosting the NextGen Tourism

  Metro Manila, Philippines – July 25, 2025—The Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) proudly launched the 36th Philippine Travel Mart (PTM) with an exclusive media event at The Peninsula Manila, … Read More

Why Francisco Motors’ Modern Jeepney Can Become the New Icon of Philippine Tourism

Transport has always been crucial worldwide. It delivers people, products, and services on time and where needed. People who need to get there more so. It can be used to … Read More

Dining in Style at High-End Bacolod Restaurants and Spots

(Clockwise: Sugba-Sugba, Mezcla Mexican Cocina+Bar, and Imay’s) In a city known for its budget-friendly eats and backyard barbecue legends, Bacolod’s dining scene has always focused on comfort and familiarity. But … Read More

A Complete Guide to Senior Citizen Benefits

From Discounts to Care Here’s a comprehensive overview of Bacolod City Government programs for seniors and retirees, covering each program’s name, purpose, features, eligibility, and enrollment, including how to prepare … Read More

An Extensive Guide to the Beach Resorts of Cauayan, Sipalay, and Hinoba-an

(Clockwise: Manami Resort; Perth Beach Paradise Resort; and Danjugan Island)   That’s why the beaches in the south are gaining traction. Cauayan, Sipalay, and Hinobaan beaches are our go-to places … Read More

The Story Behind the City of Smile’s Famous Welcome Marker

When travelers make their way into Bacolod City, primarily through the Bacolod-Silay Airport or the northern gateway of the city along the Bacolod-Murcia Road, they’re greeted by an eye-catching sight … Read More

Discover and Indulge in the Seafood Pala-Pala Cravings of Bacolod

Bacolod City is famed for its pala-pala culture—fresh seafood markets paired with paluto-style cooking stalls—offering a feast of flavors at affordable prices. Think ‘Dampa’ here in Manila. Here’s an in-depth guide … Read More

Where to Find Affordable Eats in Bacolod for the Budget-Conscious

Many people, both locals and tourists, go on adventures by just “winging it” or going on a backpacking trip. Traveling to a foreign nation for the first time and relishing … Read More

The Ultimate Lacson Street Playbook

    Where to sleep, shop, feast, and wander along Bacolod’s celebrated Tourism Strip   Why Lacson Street Matters Running north-south through the heart of Bacolod, General Aniceto Lacson Street is … Read More

Bacolod City’s Historic Buildings: Myths or Hidden Stories?

(Clockwise: The Ruins; Bacolod City Public Plaza; San Sebastian Cathedral; and Bacolod City Capitol Building)   Bacolod City, known as the “City of Smiles,” offers more than just the MassKara … Read More