These roads look way safer (and nicer) than ever
Take note
The local government of Manila City has released a list of roads within its jurisdiction where street parking is either strictly prohibited or permitted during certain hours. This is in line with MMDA Regulation No. 25-001, the Metro Manila Council's
These will help manage vehicular traffic and pedestrian crossings in the area
Segment 1 of the NLEX Connector has provided alternate routes to motorists traveling between Caloocan City and Manila City since the elevated tollway opened back in 2023. However, as new routes like these open, traffic flow in the areas can often get
From 5am till 11:30am
The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority has announced that several roads leading to Rizal Park will be temporarily closed on Thursday, June 12, for Independence Day.Those traveling through Manila may take alternate routes to avoid the traffic and road closures altogether, the
by Billy Caluag
We join Lifestyle on Wheels for a Hopia Ride as Binondo turns 431 years old
For whatever weird reason, Binondo has always been a place that's 'so near yet so far' for me. My first job was there, and while that stint only lasted for half a year, for the most part of the next three
Including the best spots near the Pasig River Esplanade
Intramuros, the historic walled city of Manila, is a popular destination for locals and tourists. If you haven't visited recently, you should know that the area has undergone significant changes in recent years, making it more pedestrian-friendly and pleasant to
by Kara Santos
Check out the alternate routes
Ahead of this year's Chinese New Year celebration on January 29, 2025, the local government of Manila City has announced road closures and alternate routes in preparation for the countdown celebration. Wednesday the 29th is a special non-working holiday throughout
Are you feeling lucky?
Chinese New Year is just around the corner, which means people will be flocking to Manila's Chinatown for Binondo food trips, heritage tours, and festivities once again. The oldest Chinatown in the world is known for its great food and
by Kara Santos
FYI
The annual celebration of the Feast of Jesus Nazareno, or the Feast of the Black Nazarene, happens on Thursday, January 9, 2025. As in previous years, the event is celebrated over several days, with religious activities held at Quiapo Church and Quirino
For your solo rides and coffee dates
Binondo is not exactly a top-of-mind destination when considering where to go for good coffee and pastries in the metro. As one of the oldest Chinatowns in the world, Binondo is best known for street eats. Most food trips here
by Kara Santos
“Paparating na sa Central Station!”
Fun fact: Did you know that the modern light rail trains we use today are the spiritual heirs to the horse-drawn tranvias, pre-war Manila's electric trams? And that the original railway stations built in the 1980s were designed by
by Kara Santos
Rediscover Manila
Intramuros is one of the top tourist destinations for international tourists in transit in Manila and a popular spot for entertaining balikbayans who might be home for the holidays. If you don't mind the heat going around, Intramuros is compact and
by Kara Santos
Roadworks are expected to finish by January 26, 2025
Residents of Sta. Mesa in Manila City, here's an important announcement: Expect heavier traffic than the usual on Magsaysay Boulevard.The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has just announced that there will be drainage construction along the major thoroughfare
Here are some alternate routes
Our Olympians have been the stuff of headlines these past few weeks, with several of our kababayans bringing home some silverware from the recent Paris 2024 Olympics. To celebrate their achievements, there will be a homecoming parade to be held later today
Share the road
Many cities around the world are reclaiming their streets for the people, fully pedestrianizing former car-centric areas and converting parking lots into actual parks. In recent years, we've seen cities around Metro Manila launch car-free Sundays, closing major thoroughfares
by Kara Santos
Perfect for your quick coffee runs
In case you missed the news, a portion of Roxas Boulevard along Manila Bay is now car-free every Sunday, allowing the public to freely bike, skate, run, jog, walk, and exercise in a safe environment. Residents of Manila and other parts
by Kara Santos
Let’s circle back through history, shall we?
We often pass rotundas or roundabouts while driving around Metro Manila, but have you ever stopped to think about what purpose roundabouts serve and the history behind them? Or maybe you're just wondering how to drive properly on a roundabout and
by Kara Santos
Specifically, the northbound and southbound lanes from Padre Burgos to Quirino
More and more cities across Metro Manila are starting to implement car-free weekends. The latest addition to that growing list? Manila City.According to a report by Manila Bulletin, the Manila City Council (MCC) has passed a city ordinance that bans
How was the first week of 2024 for you?
Check out the rerouting schemes issued by the local government
Quiapo Church has already released the route and map of the Traslacion procession, along with a schedule of activities for this year's celebration of the Feast of the Black Nazarene. Now, the Manila City local government has released the road closures
No road closures and rerouting have been announced yet
Ahead of the annual Feast of the Black Nazarene on January 9, the Quiapo Church has released the route of the Traslacion procession in the City of Manila.The image of the Black Nazarene will be at Quirino Grandstand beginning January 6
