Mga kabayans, please be advised of an announcement made by the Philippine Consulate General of Dubai concerning red ribbon authentication/notarization of Philippine Documents. According to an advisory by PCG Dubai, starting June 15, 2019, the Consulate will no longer include Red ribbons on the documents. Also Read: How to Renew Philippine Passport in Dubai – Step… Read more
With an area of 1,166 square kilometres, Fujairah is the fifth-largest among the 7 emirates of the UAE. It is also among the least populated, with just around 225,000 people back in 2016. ALSO READ: Sales & Shopping Events to Look Forward to this 2019 Despite its small size and population, Fujairah has a thriving economy with… Read more
Great news for tourists coming to Dubai! For the first time ever, a free SIM card — including complimentary talk time and data — will be given to tourists arriving at the airport. Yay! ALSO READ: Transiting Passengers in UAE can Avail Mobile Plan for Only AED 50 The free SIM card is part of a new initiative… Read more
Sharjah is one of the 7 emirates of the UAE… the third largest one, in fact. It also happens to be the only emirate to have land areas on both the Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf. Cool! ALSO READ: Sales & Shopping Events to Look Forward to this 2019 There are plenty of places to visit… Read more
Arguably the most popular city among Filipinos, Dubai never fails to put on a show – not only to impress, but more importantly, to celebrate its rich cultural diversity by featuring various nationalities and important dates dear to all expats living in the city. This month, it’s the Philippines’ turn as the country celebrates its… Read more
In a previous post, we shared about much an Emirates pilot typically makes per month. Today, we are going to look into the salary and benefits of… the Emirates cabin crew! ALSO READ: Emirates Named “World’s Safest Airlines” Imagine getting an attractive salary (tax-free), free accommodation, and the opportunity to travel around the world with a multicultural team.… Read more
Cases of abuse should always be reported immediately so that proper response and measures are taken. Such is the case of a housemaid who was harassed and raped by the family driver. ALSO READ: Man Sexually Assaults Sleeping Filipina in Dubai Villa The Dubai Court of First Instance has charged the driver, a 32-year-old Pakistani, for allegedly raping… Read more
June 12 is the date that marks the Philippine Independence Day and on its 121st year, there are activities and events being organized to celebrate the Pinoy spirit! Filipinos are one of the largest communities in the UAE (approximately 700,000 Pinoys) and below we list down the events you should watch out for. On another… Read more
The capital of the UAE, Abu Dhabi, is always buzzing with activity. Aside from being a major business hub, it is also a place where you will find amazing architecture, cultural attractions, entertainment theme parks, and of course… spectacular shopping malls! ALSO READ: Louvre Abu Dhabi Showcases Rare Photos from the Region If you love shopping, dining,… Read more
There are many ways of getting around Dubai, especially now that there’s a new circular marine line that’s bound to make traversing the Dubai Water Canal even more exciting! ALSO READ: Ferry Service between Dubai Marina and The Dubai Mall Seeking to boost marine tourism among citizens, residents, and visitors — the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority… Read more
June proves to be an exciting month for the Filipino expat community, as the UAE offers a thrilling series of activities for its Filipino residents, in line with the Philippine Independence Day celebrations spearheaded by the Philippine Consulate General in Dubai. As the city marks important event dates for its multinational expat community, so will… Read more
Pinoy families and outdoor adventure-enthusiasts, Aventura Parks is offering a treat during Philippine Independence Day in honor of the Filipino’s modern day heroes! Only AED 59 for a General Park entry (regular price is at AED 175) exclusively available for Filipino UAE Residents from June 12-19, 2019! So better bring your kids, friends, kabayans who might… Read more
Just before Ramadan this year, President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan ordered the release of 3,005 prisoners who had been serving various sentences. Recently, another humanitarian gesture involving an inmate has been carried out in the UAE. ALSO READ: 21 Prisoners Released on Ramadan Donations The Dubai Police has reunited a Filipina inmate with her… Read more
