By Contributor - May 5, 2021
Initial talks between PALâs management and the Israeli tourism minister have been promising so far.
Late afternoon on the seafront in Tel Aviv. (Photo: Adam Jang/Unsplash)
Citing the growing demand for better air connections between the Philippines and Israel, Philippine Airlines (PAL) is now planning to launch nonstop ManilaâTel Aviv flights by October 2021. The upcoming route is intended to serve tourists and overseas Filipino workers alike.
In a statement, PALâs Chief Strategy and Planning Officer Dexter Lee said, âThe Philippines is a strong source of potential travelers to Israel, which welcomes Filipinos without requiring a visa. Our countrymen have been longing for a direct flight to the Holy Land for spiritual pilgrimages or for a Mediterranean getaway when the travel climate allows. We also look forward to inviting Israelis to visit the Philippines, so our direct flights will help us restart tourism here
By Contributor - February 2, 2021
Residents can expect to see more targeted âambush lockdownsâ in the next 10 days.
Looking down a major road in Hong Kong toward Lion Rock. (Photo: Adam Jang/Unsplash)
Social distancing restrictions in Hong Kong have been extended for another two weeks as the daily count of new Covid-19 infections remains in the double digits. Until February 17, public gatherings of more than two people are banned, while eateries can only accommodate two patrons at each table and operate at half-capacity. (Dine-in services must end at 6 p.m.) Gyms, sports centers, and swimming pools are still shut, although there are plans to reopen low-risk outdoor sporting venues on Thursday, with all users required to check in and out with the LeaveHomeSafe app.