Museo Kordilyera, the first ethnographic museum in the northern part of the Philippines, is now open to the public. The museum opened after several Cordilleran rituals last January 31. Located inside the University of the Philippines-Baguio campus, the museum hosts exemplars of Cordillera’s material culture such as artifacts and traditional ethnic attire. Museo Kordilyera: A Collaborative Effort Aside from cultural …

The Department of Tourism has launched a new ad campaign that showcases Filipino hospitality and family values. The first TV ad was shown during the 65th Miss Universe pageant last January 30. According to the Philippine Information Agency, this will be the first of a series of TV ads. ‘It’s More Fun in the Philippines’ The new ad campaign continues …

The first ever food truck park in Baguio City will open on January 27, Friday. Called the Calle Uno Food Hub, it features a unique set-up in outdoor dining because these are not your ordinary food trucks. The food trucks are actually old Volkswagen beetles that have been refitted and repurposed. The food hub is located in the quadrangle of …

The 21st edition of the Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Festival is happening on February 9-12, at the Clark Field, Pampanga. Once again, the skies over Pampanga and beyond will be filled with colorful hot air balloons, light aircraft, kites and paragliders – basically everything that flies. Line Up of Activities According to the festival’s website, the four-day fiesta which …

There’s a new place to party and chill in Angeles City. With the opening of the Aqua Beach Club in ABC Hotel in the city, party goers can now choose to relax in any of the several well-appointed cabanas, to enjoy a dip in the pool, to chill at the bar, or even to take in a massage. All of …

The newest branch of McDonald’s in Tagaytay that opened in December 10 is perhaps the most beautiful branch of Mcdonald’s yet. Its 5-star hotel ambiance is making wave even as it is as green and elegantly nature-loving as can be. How it was designed in utmost respect and honor of the beauty that is all-things Taal and Tagaytay is what …

With the end of 2016 just around the corner, that means that it’s only less than three months until the famous Panagbenga Flower Festival in Baguio City. Traditionally held every February, the festival fills the streets of the city with energetic street dancers, festive floral floats and naturally, lots of visitors. So you don’t miss out on the events lined …

Christmas is only a few weeks away and although some people have done their gift-shopping, many Filipinos usually wait until the last minute. This maybe because they do not have time to shop or they are looking for perfect and unique gifts for their loved ones. Let Pilipinas Popcorn give you a rundown of bazaars and events in two of …

Christmas in Baguio City is something that people look forward to every year. Both local and foreign visitors come to the city during this season. They come for the Christmas Village, the unveiling of the very controversial Christmas Tree, concerts or fireworks. Whatever the reason may be, it becomes an unforgettable event. Both for the good and sometimes bad reasons. …

If you are like most Pinoys, you must have a sweet tooth. You cannot go without ending a meal with dessert. If you happen to be in Baguio and it hits you, we’ve got you covered. Check out these five sweet stops for all kinds of yummy, sugary stuff. Sweet Stop 1: Glyco Sweetshop Before Vanilla Cupcake Bakery made its …