PS WORLD TRAVEL

21/06/2023

UP Firsts

The first building to be erected was finished in 1913: the University Hall, renamed later in honor of Rafael Palma (Alfonso, 1985, p. 8 ). It is located at Padre Faura Street and is now occupied by the Department of Justice.

Palma Hall was one of the first four structures built in UP Diliman after the University transferred in 1948-1949. With four pavilions spanning two blocks at the back, it was the largest construction project on campus at the time, with a floor space of 22,990 square meters.

Palma Hall was named after Rafael Palma, the fourth President of the University from 1923-1933. Rafael Palma was known for having “kindled the torch of Filipinism into full flame among the faculty and scholars”. On July 18, 1925, Rafael Palma formally assumed the Presidency of the University of the Philippines after nearly two years acting as President. Palma distinguished himself in the government service and regarded as man of learning and culture.

Sources:
Aquino, B. A. (1991). The University experience: essays on the 82nd anniversary of the University of the Philippines.
Alfonso, O.M. (Ed.) (1985). University of the Philippines the first 75 years: 1908-1983. Quezon City: University of the Philippines Press.
Philippinensian (1947). University of the Philippines.
Sites and symbols: UP Diliman landmarks (2000). Quezon City: University of the Philippines.
The Diliman Campus (n.d.) University of the Philippines

21/06/2023

21/06/2023

Santa Cruz Church, Manila
circa 1920s
Magic Lantern Slide

21/06/2023

21/06/2023

JUNE SOLSTICE ☀️

The summer solstice today, June 21 marks the longest day and shortest night of the year in the Philippines, according to PAGASA.

Read: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2023/06/21/2275395/pagasa-longest-day-june-21

21/06/2023

19/05/2023

The is fervently enjoining all museums and museum-lovers around the globe in celebrating one of this year’s most important dates— !

This year’s theme of “Museums, Sustainability and Well-being” discusses the steps that museums across the world are taking to adapt more sustainable and viable practices that are relevant to our mandate. It also tackles the issue of well-being, promoting physical, mental, and spiritual well-being inside our museum spaces. With that said, the National Museum of the Philippines reiterates its dedication to providing a safe and healthy educational environment for our dear museum patrons and, in doing so, adopt healthy and sustainable practices in maintaining our museums and our collections for years to come.

In line with this, the National Museum of the Philippines has prepared a special activity for select museum patrons who will visit our flagship museums today!

…and, in conjunction with , check out this calendar and see what activities our Regional, Area, and Site Museums have prepared on this special day!

LINK: https://bit.ly/NHM2023_Calendar

This International Museum Day, let us foster our well-being by visiting and supporting our local museums today—and every day!

What are you waiting for? Mu-SEE YOU-m around! 😉

19/05/2023

Kabihisnan: Shedding Light in Philippine History Through Fashion
(Military Uniforms of the Late Spanish, Revolutionary, and Republican Periods)
in partnership with Republica FIlipina Reenactment Group (RFRG), Intramuros Administration, and National Historical Commission of the Philippines

Last 3 days to catch the exhibit at the Almacenes Reales of Fort Santiago!
Get a glimpse of recreations of military unifroms the late 19th century, and also get a deeper understanding of the different attires worn by Filipino and Spanish forces during the 1870s until ng 1890s.

This Sunday, the last day of the exhibit, we will be having additional temporary displays of authentic antique militaria from the time period, care of Mr. Melvin Lam and Arma Filipinas.

Be sure to drop by Fort Santiago today and on this weekend!

19/05/2023

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞!

Formerly known as Calle Azcárraga until it was renamed in 1961, Claro M. Recto Avenue, or Recto, was named after former Senator Claro Mayo Recto. Aside from being a popular place where counterfeiters openly conduct their trade, it's also a place of historical significance.

Did you know: It was in Recto where the K*K was founded. The Kataastaasan Kagalanggalang na Katipunan Ng Mga Anak Ng Bayan was founded at the house of Deadato Arellano at 72 Calle Azcárraga, now Recto Avenue. 😳

[Sources: The Philippine Free Press 📷 Jan Sy]

19/05/2023

Calling all culture enthusiasts and history buffs! 🏛️✨ Get ready for a free pass to Casa Manila Museum this International Museum Day 2023. Embrace your inner art geek and ignite sparks of curiosity. It's time to spice up your date game and create memories within the walled city ! Hurry, the art train won't wait!

07/05/2023

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15/12/2022

How about a thanksgiving tour next year? We managed to get through from a lot , these past two years!

04/11/2022

One Health Pass is Free!
PHILIPPINES'

eARRIVAL CARD

In response to the IATF directive the One Health Pass is officially replaced with the electronic ARRIVAL CARD (eARRIVAL CARD).

To avoid inconvenience upon arrival, ALL travelers are encouraged to fill out and REGISTER to the eARRIVAL CARD within 72 hours prior to departure from port of embarkation.

Registration is FREE OF CHARGE and neither require nor collect any online payment. BEWARE of fake, fraudulent, or scam websites and entities who require payment from the travelers.

Go to https://www.onehealthpass.com.ph/OHP-NEW-DESIGN/Entry-Guidelines.html to learn the entry guidelines of all international travelers bound to the Philippines as per IATF Resolution No. 168, effective May 30, 2022.

https://www.onehealthpass.com.ph/

26/09/2022

Still thinking where to go this Christmas? Let's go to Japan.. free visa process!

10/06/2022

In line with the opening of Japan's borders to international tourists starting June 10, 2022, here are the detailed travel guidelines when traveling to Japan:

What are the requirements to enter Japan as a tourist?
*A valid visa (old visas are not permitted anymore due to new travel protocols in Japan. https://www.mofa.go.jp/ca/fna/page4e_001053.html
*Three (3) shots of vaccines
*Medical insurance (need to cover medical expenses related to COVID-19 and other infectious diseases
*Confirmed itinerary with a guide for the whole trip (from entry to exit of Japan). Note that this is a requirement to get a visa based on new Japanese travel protocols.
*Negative test result taken 72 hours prior to departure date (requirements here)
*Official Proof (either digital or paper-based) for Vaccines and Insurance
*Confirmed registration to Visit Japan Web.

What vaccines are allowed?

As long as the 3rd shot or the booster shot is any of the three (AstraZeneca, Pfizer, or Moderna), the brands of the first 2 shots are not important.

What is Visit Japan Web and why do I need to register?

Each guest is required to register at Visit Japan Web prior to the departure date and cannot enter Japan without confirmation from the site.
Guest can upload their negative swab test result (taken 72 hours prior to departure) on the site if a valid electronic certificate is available. If the swab result is a hard copy, please choose "Use Quarantine Fast Track or bring a paper."

What is the maximum number of pax allowed in a group tour?

There is no limit on the number of people. A large group tour can be allowed as long as the guests are complete with the requirements and have a valid visa.​​​​​​

Can I enter Japan without a tour guide and do a free and easy tour?

No. As a general rule, every tour (small or large group) needs a tour guide to accompany the guests during the whole stay, from entry to exit of Japan. A tour guide or attendant is needed to MONITOR the whole group during their stay in Japan. Your Travel Guide will be the ones responsible for the safety of the guests during their stay.

How about free days for the guest or a whole day at Disneyland/USJ, is the tour guide required to tag along?

Yes, the tour guide is required to monitor the activities of the guests.

For Disneyland or USJ trips, the guests need to shoulder the entry ticket of the tour guide.

Are there any exceptions that the tour guide can allow the guests to move freely during the tour?

In any of the following cases a to c, and as long as all the requirements of the following (i) to (iii) are satisfied, the government will allow tour conductors to temporarily leave the tour participants during the package tour.

A. When it is difficult for the tour operator to confirm infection control measures, such as changing rooms and bathrooms.
B. When the distance to people (2m or more is a guide) can be continuously secured outdoors, such as for outdoor activities and nature walks.
C. When the situation where there is almost no conversation continues even if the distance cannot be secured indoors

(i) Immediately right before free time, the tour conductor can alert the tour participants to the necessary precautions regarding compliance with infection control measures.
(ii) The situation is such that the tour participants and the tour conductor can contact each other easily.
(iii) The tour conductor must be at a distance within the range where the status of the tour participants can be confirmed at a certain frequency.

Are there any restrictions on entering a tourist spot, restaurants, or any other establishments?

Please see detailed travel etiquette for visitors here. Establishments have the right to deny entry to the guests if they do not follow the established etiquette.

What if the guests tested positive during their stay?

Your Travel Agency need to report this to the government. The guest is expected to do quarantine in a facility or a hospital that deals with COVID.
The guest is also expected to pay for their medical expenses and extend their stay until found negative and declared okay to get back to the Philippines.

All guidelines may change based on the infection situation in Japan and overseas

08/02/2022

Visa Free Countries for Filipinos
Filipinos don’t need a visa to travel to the following countries:

Barbados – up to 90 days
Bolivia – up to 90 days
Brazil – up to 90 days
Cambodia – up to 30 days
Colombia – 90 days, extendable for another 90 days
Costa Rica – up to 90 days. You will get 30 days on arrival, and you can extend it up to 90 days once in Costa Rica.
Côte d’Ivoire – up to 90 days
Dominica – up to 21 days
Ecuador – up to 90 days
Fiji – up to 4 months
Haiti – up to 3 months
Hong Kong – up to 14 days
Indonesia – up to 30 days
Israel – up to 3 months
Kazakhstan
Laos – up to 30 days
Macao – up to 30 days
Malaysia – up to 30 days
Micronesia – up to 30 days
Mongolia – up to 21 days
Morocco – up to 90 days
Myanmar – up to 14 days; also eligible for a Myanmar eVisa for up to 28 days
Palestine
Peru – up to 183 days
Rwanda – up to 90 days
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines – up to 1 month
Singapore – up to 30 days
Suriname – up to 90 days
Taiwan – up to 14 days. The visa-free program for Filipinos has been extended until July 31, 2020
Thailand – up to 30 days
The Gambia – up to 90 days. However, unless you are a tourist on a charter flight, entry clearance from the Gambian Immigration is required before travelling).
The Hainan province of China.
Vanuatu – up to 30 days
Vietnam – up to 21 days. Filipinos are also eligible for the Vietnam eVisa, which is valid for 30 days.
How Can Filipinos Travel Visa-Free?
Traveling visa-free means that you only need to show your passport and travel ticket to the Immigration officers when you arrive in a foreign country. You won’t have to apply for a visa at all – unless you want to stay longer than allowed.

In some cases, such as when traveling to Morocco, Thailand, and Ecuador, you also have to show proof you have bought travel insurance.

Travel insurance for Morocco
Travel insurance for Thailand
Travel insurance for Ecuador

08/02/2022

https://ph.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

COVID-19 Information Last Reviewed:  02/03/2022 All airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older, regardless of vaccination status or

19/01/2022

https://ph.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/

COVID-19 Information Last Reviewed:  01/13/2022 All airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older, regardless of vaccination status or

15/07/2021

Because of you DELTA variant....
Waiting for the next announcement pls...

IATF has extended the travel restrictions for India, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, United Arab Emirates, and Oman until July 15, 2021

Beginning 12:01AM of July 16, 2021 until 11:59PM of July 31, 2021, such travelers shall be prohibited from entering the Philippines
Travel restrictions for all travelers coming from Indonesia or those with travel history to Indonesia within the last fourteen (14) days preceding arrival in the Philippines.
Passengers already in transit from the abovementioned country, and all those who have been to the same within 14 days immediately preceding arrival to the Philippines, who arrive before 12:01AM of July 16, 2021, may still be allowed to enter the country but will be required to undergo a full 14 day facility quarantine notwithstanding a negative Reverse Transcription – Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) result.
Read more..
https://pcoo.gov.ph/news_releases/from-presidential-spokesperson-harry-roque-9/