In 2011 more than 3.5 million foreigners, both visitors and expatriates entered the Philippines according to the Bureau of Immigration. This number is almost four percent higher than in the previous year, meaning the number of expats in the Philippines is increasing. The Philippines is becoming a popular destination for individuals looking to relocate to […]
Global Travel
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Airline Bans Infants
Ever find yourself on a long plan ride next to a crying, screaming baby? No matter how loud you play your music, how good those noise muffling headphones are, or how deep you insert those earplugs, it may be near to impossible to muffle the noise. We all understand that children are children and that […]
Pros and Cons: Aisle Versus Window Seat
Do You Prefer a Window or an Aisle Seat? I am writing you today as I just arrived in my destination country. As excited as I was, the plane ride was about 24 hours. Since this was my first trip on an airplane, I was unable to decide between the aisle or window seat. I […]
Travel to the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been a popular tourist destination, well-known for its extravagance and resorts. Recently, traveling has become much easier as websites are popping up with visa services right online. Currently, there are 33 countries that have an agreement whereby visitors can receive their visas on their arrival to the UAE: • […]
New Visa Guidelines for the United States
The United States will be implementing new visa requirements that will make the application process much less painful than before. On June 1, 2010, the US government will be integrating online services for their application process. The online form called the DS-160 for Nonimmigrant Visa (NIV) will be strictly for temporary visits including for business, […]