Category Archives: Travel

Government, Travel

Compromise Set On Jeepney Modernization

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MANILA, Philippines (The Adobo Chronicles, Manila Bureau) – The planned seven-day strike by various transport groups in Metro Manila that begins March 6 may have been averted, thanks to a compromise agreement between the strikers and the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB). The strike was meant to contest the impending phaseout of traditional jeepneys.

Many operators and drivers insist that upgrading to modern jeepneys would be a very heavy burden in terms of the cost to replace their dilapidated vehicles.

As a compromise, LTFRB will now allow transport groups to replace the old jeepneys with the jeepito — a tinier version of the public utility vehicle which would be much more affordable than the modernized, bus-like jeepneys.

LTFRB and the operators agree that the jeepito will also preserve the iconic look of the traditional jeepney which has become an admired Philippine symbol.

International, Tourism, Travel

Manila Bay Dolomite Beach Named Best Beach By World Beach Council!

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MANILA, Philippines (The Adobo Chronicles, Manila Bureau)- Move over Boracay, Siargao and El Nido. The World Beach Council has named the Manila Bay Dolomite Beach as the world’s most beautiful beach.

The Dolomite Beach bested dozens of beach destinations in the world — from Thailand to The Maldives.

Following the announcement by the World Beach Council, Filipino netizens — including those who have previously criticized the Dolomite Beach — have expressed pride in this singular honor afforded the Philippines.

So if you haven’t been to Dolomite Beach, it’s time you make your plans this holiday season!

Entertainment, Film and TV, Politics, Travel

“Maid In Turkey,” A New Film By Director Joel Lamangan

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MANILA, Philippines (The Adobo Chronicles, Manila Bureau) – The professional rivalry between veteran film maker Director Joel Lamangan and rising young Director Darryl Yap has gone to new heights — high above the terrains of Turkey.

It will be recalled that Lamangan had criticized Yap for his new film, “Maid in Malacañang” where the former questioned what he said was a revision of history by the latter.

Now, the rivalry is on the big screen, with Yap’s film opening on August 3 and Lamangan’s new documentary, ”Maid in Turkey.”

Yap’s film revolves around the last 72 hours of the Marcos family before they were whisked away to Hawaii, seen from the perspective of the presidential palace’s household staff.

Lamangan’s documentary follows the adventures of Leni Robredo, particularly her experiences in Turkey — hot air balloon and all, and her incognito service as a maid, er, matron of honor for the wedding of a Turkish couple.

The race is on for the box office!