Most of us are looking forward to Holy Week because this is the time when we can escape from the daily work grind, even for just a few days. A lot of people also use the opportunity to go home to their provinces either to enjoy nature, go to the beach and be a part of fascinating Holy Week rituals. It's amazing how this solemn time gives a valuable insight to Filipino culture and age-old religious rites, especially if you're in the right side of town. Thanks to the Department of Tourism for giving us this info on Philippine Holy Week traditions in the different ... Continue Reading...
List of Philippine holidays for 2010 announced
Perhaps, President Arroyo wants to leave a legacy of holiday economics. Malacanang has announced a complete list of Philippine holidays for 2010, even if her term expires in May of next year. The whole listing follows: January 1 - New Year's Day April 1 - Maundy Thursday April 2- Good Friday April 9- Araw ng Kagitingan Labor Day -May 1 Independence Day - June 14 Ninoy Aquino Day - Aug. 23 National Heroes Day - August 30 All Saint's Day - November 1 Bonifacio Day - November 29 Christmas Day- December 25 Rizal Day-December 27 ... Continue Reading...
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