The Glossary
Jose P. Rizal - "A Filipino national hero, known for his reforms during the Spanish colonial era."
Malapascua Travel Guide
With its sapphire waters and pearl-white sand, Malapascua is considered as the sparkling gem of Cebu, known to be as the Philippines' Queen City of the South. The small isles in the northern tip of the province boast of terrific beaches and superb diving sites that serve as homes to a myriad of aquatic flora and fauna. This piece of water-heaven acquired the interest of a few international divers' societies a long time ago, despite the fact that the name of the place sounds relatively new to the ear. Malapascua actually means "Ill-fated Christmas." The island-paradise's grandeur, however, is such that it is now fondly dubbed as the "new" Boracay, vibrant with flocks of tourists, throngs of clamoring hawkers, and the...
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Bargain hunting - Flea markets around the world
Flea markets are becoming more and more popular all over the world. Not just about bargain hunting, these places capture in nutshell the essence and the vibe of the country. Despite glittering malls shopping centers, some travelers still troop to the flea markets for unique souvenirs.
A million lights descend on Varanasi
A five-day celebration that swings between the solemn and the festive, Diwali in Varanasi has become an annual spectacle that makes this city in Northern India light up. Tourists not only encounter a rich cultural tradition but also a profound sense of man's innate capacity to do good
Pull the plug on Panda?
As the symbol of China and the logo of the Worldwide Fund for Nature, panda gets a special treatment in wildlife conservation efforts. Chris Packham believes it's time to invest the money funding the pandas elsewhere. HelloWorld examines whether pandas are worth keeping, despite the cost.
Technology inspires volunteering
After typhoon Ondoy hit the Philippines, social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter have been used to dispatch information on relief organizations, evacuation sites and supplies needed by flood victims. Hello World checks on technology's role in disaster alleviation and prevention.