A Guide to Experiencing Panagbenga Festival 2024 Image from https://beta.tourism.gov.ph/news_and_updates/frasco-panagbenga-festival-touts-baguios-tourism-resurgence/ The Panagbenga Festival, also known as the Baguio Flower Festival, is not just a festival; it's an annual event celebrating traditions and continuous evolution in Baguio City. It's one of the most unique must-see festivals in the...
The Significance of Philippine-American War Memorial Day The 4th of February holds a profound significance in the history of the Filipino nation. This date is the commemoration of the Philippine-American War Memorial Day. This special working holiday serves as a valuable reminder of an incredibly important part of the Filipinos' history, particularly the Philippines' relationship with...
Celebrating Lunar New Year with a Pinoy Touch The celebration of the Chinese Lunar New Year in the Philippines has become more than just a festivity for the Filipino-Chinese community. It's a special non-working holiday celebrated by Chinese people throughout the world. However, this new year falls on a different date from the Gregorian calendar. Lunar New Year's Eve is celebrated on the second new...
Feng Shui 101: Ways to Incorporate Luck to Your Home Many Filipino families follow Feng Shui principles in their homes for a number of reasons. Feng shui is said to attract wealth and good fortune, good health, long life, good energy, and happiness for the family living in the home, among many things. Practicing Feng Shui in homes What is Feng Shui? Feng Shui traces its roots to ancient...
Things You Need to Know Before Watching Miss Saigon in Manila The award-winning musical Miss Saigon holds a special place in the hearts of theater enthusiasts in Manila. The musical made its Philippine debut in 2000 with the most brilliant casts, and since then, it has become a cultural phenomenon. Inspired by Giacomo Puccini's opera "Madame Butterfly," Miss Saigon tells the gripping tale of love...
National Save the Eagles Day holds particular significance in the Philippines, focusing on the conservation efforts for the critically endangered Philippine eagles. This day is a crucial reminder to protect these majestic birds and their habitats. Photo taken by Richard Lee, from Unsplash The golden eagle, a symbol of strength and freedom, is also highlighted in the context of global eagle...
Batangas House Expo 2024 Centered on real estate investment opportunities outside Metro Manila, the recently concluded Batangas House Expo 2024 directed its attention towards the Land of Rolling Hills and Wide Shore Lands. Held in Lipa City, the event gave participants insights into the region, highlighting aspects such as its comparatively lower cost of living, ongoing infrastructure advancements,...
Photo from Sugbo.ph Sinulog Festival's Impact on Cebu's Cultural Landscape January is an exciting time for the Philippines, especially because of all the festivals around the country. There's the Ati-Atihan Festival in Aklan and the Dinagyang Festival in Iloilo City, to name a few. One of the most festive ways to celebrate the new year and strengthen your understanding of the cultural...
What Is a Leap Year? | Image credit: https://www.ucf.edu/news/why-is-leap-year-a-thing/ Common Beliefs and Traditions During Leap Year Leap years that usually happen every four years, bring unique beliefs and traditions passed down through generations. The most notable aspect of leap years is adding an extra day, known as leap day, to the calendar on February 29th. This irregular occurrence has...
Reasons Why We Celebrate International Creativity Month Importance of creativity in our life History and Origins of International Creativity Month International Creativity Month is a global celebration that takes place every January. It was established to recognize and promote the importance of creativity in all aspects of life. The origins of this month-long celebration can be traced back to the...
