Travel News : Egypt Tourism Revival

Just weeks after the Egyptian revolution sent Western holidaymakers running for their lives, tour operators are hoping to turn the heart of the uprising into a money-spinner to rival the Pyramids. Tahrir Square, the giant traffic-clogged roundabout, which hundreds of thousands of Egyptians turned into the focus of their uprising to bring down Hosni Mubarak, has leapt from obscurity to being global brand-name.  Cars may still belch exhaust fumes and horns still deafen the senses, but it's the name on everyone's lips as the latest must-see place inCairo. National carrier Egyptair posted "The Egyptian Revolution Wings of Freedom" -- a stirring montage of the uprising, followed by glimpses of tantalising beaches, Pyramides and Sphinxes --...

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Immigration and Travel Ban to Libya, Yemen and Bahrain

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) on Thursday ordered its personnel at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport and other airports to strictly enforce a ban on the departure of overseas Filipino workers for Libya, Yemen and Bahrain, which are experiencing civil unrest. MANILA, Philippines—The Bureau of Immigration (BI) on Thursday ordered its personnel at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport and other airports to strictly enforce a ban on the departure of overseas Filipino workers for Libya, Yemen and Bahrain, which are experiencing civil unrest. Immigration Chief Ronaldo Ledesma said the Immigration was on the lookout for travelers who might be bound for those countries. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) earlier issued a travel advisory...

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Learn how to get a United StatesStudent Visa

All of us wanted to study abroad especially in the US. So have you ever asked yourself how you can obtain a US Student Visa? read the following article so you can understand the things you need to know for you to obtain a US Student Visa. Q: What are the basic requirements for a visa that would allow me to study at a university in the United States? A: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) applies a number of criteria in determining whether a prospective international student is eligible for an F-1 student visa. The most basic requirement is acceptance for enrollment in an “academic” education program, not a vocational-type program. Enrollment in an accredited college, university, seminary, conservatory, or language training program...

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Use Google for Your Travel Needs

The Internet offers vast resources for travelers, but don't overlook one of the most basic sources of information: Google. The search box on the Google home page puts all sorts of information at your fingertips without requiring you to go to separate websites. Wondering about the weather where you're going? Type the name of any city or zip code in the search box with the word "weather." You'll get the current temperature and conditions, plus a four-day forecast. If you simply type "weather" with no city, you'll get the weather for wherever you are — for example, outside your hotel room if you're already in your destination. Google also offers instant currency conversions. In the main Google search box, simply type the amount and type of currency...

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America in 3D: US Embassy Philippines Job Fair

MANILA, Philippines - From March 18 through 20 at SM City North EDSA in Quezon City, the US Embassy will hold a job fair featuring with over 6,000 vacant positions in American companies as part of a three-day program called “America in 3D.” In addition, the U.S. Embassy will provide FREE musical performances, food tastings, sports clinics, film screenings, cooking demonstrations, a digital video dialogue with Fil-Am White House Executive Chef Cristeta Comerford, information sessions about applying for visas and studying in the United States, and so much more! Members of the public will have the opportunity to meet representatives of various Embassy sections and agencies, including the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Visa Section, and...

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Posted in: America in 3D , Cristeta Comerford , Job Fair to US , UK work Visa , US Embassy

Wedding Themes in Philippines

There is an unwritten rule that weddings should be perfect since it symbolizes the union between two individuals brought together by love. It is the event that marks the beginning of a lifetime of togetherness so it must be both beautiful and memorable.Prenuptial is important in Philippines If you're about to get married, a prenuptial agreement can protect your assets. And God can protect your marriag...

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How to Enter prenup in Philippines?

Prenuptials are not the norm in the Philippines, but only for those few who are aware they can have such a side contract. Prenups seem to fly in the face of the family code that says" Marriage is for life," and in a country where there is no divorce. Philippine Marriage Registration If you are a foreigner contemplating on marrying your Filipina fiancé in the Philippines, it’s good to be familiar with the marriage requirements according the laws of the country to ensure a smooth and hassle free marriage registration...

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Philippine Family Laws

In the Philippine setting, pre-nuptial agreements are entered into by newly-wed couples in order to better determine the ownership of all the properties acquired before and after the marriage. The Philippine Social Security System The Social Security System of the Philippines was established by virtue of Republic Act 8282, also known as the Social Security Act of 1997. It aims to “establish a provident fund for the members which will consist of voluntary contributions of employers and/or employees, self-employed and voluntary members and their earnings, for the payment of benefits to such members or their beneficiaries, subject to such rules and regulations as it may promulgate and approved by the President of the Philippines...

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