2012 Atlantis Fireworks display 1

A memorable experience for me first time celebrating the new Year in Dubai in a Yacht and seing all fireworks display of 3 Iconic symbol of Dubai Burj Khalifa, burj Al Arab and Atlantis. Its a once in a lifetime event na worth remembering sayang I only have my Iphone to capture the said event d maganda masyado ang resolution but memories what matters anyway enjoy

Visa Free for Pinoys

If you’re a Filipino and a holder of Philippine passport who likes traveling and exploring the beauty of the world, but hates the visa requirement to some countries, frown no more for you can still go to wonderful places without hassle-visa-appointments.

The list of countries below doesn’t require a visa for Filipinos prior to arrival.

All you need are passport, plane tickets / itinerary, and some money for your tour.

No Visa Required for Filipinos in the Following Countries…

Visa Exempt Countries for Filipinos bearing Philippine Passports:

Below is a list of countries where Filipino nationals or Pinoys holding Philippine passports are not required to secure a visa. Some countries may not require a visa prior to departure but will require one upon arrival at their immigration border. Extensions of stay are usually granted upon payment of visa extension fee. Countries however may change their visa policy without notice. Please check with their respective embassies prior to travel.
Asian Countries, member of ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) In a reciprocity visa free agreement among member nations within the ASEAN:  Brunei Darussalam - 14 days  Cambodia - 21 days  Indonesia - 30 days  Laos - 30 days  Malaysia - 30 days  Singapore - 30 days  Thailand - 30 days  Vietnam - 21 days
Asian Countries, Non-ASEAN member  Armenia - 120 days, visa issued on arrival  China, Shenzhen - 7 days, if crossing from Hong Kong, and is valid in Shenzhen area only.  Hong Kong - 14 days validity  India - 30 days, eTourist visa online.  Iran - 15 days, must obtain an e-visa pre-approval code from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs  Israel - 90 days  Kyrgyzstan - 30 days, visa on arrival  Laos - 21 days, visa on arrival  Macau - 30 days  Maldives - 30 days visa issued upon arrival  Myanmar - 21 days  Mongolia - 21 days  Nepal - 21 days visa issued on arrival  South Korea - 30 days, if arriving at Jeju Island or after visiting Korea 4 times with visa.  Sri Lanka - 30 days, but must get an Electronic Visa Authorization prior to departure.  Taiwan - 30 days, if holding a permanent residence certificate or an unexpired visa from: Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Schengen countries, United Kingdom or United States. And must register online at https://nas.immigration.gov.tw/nase/ prior to arrival.  Tajikistan - 45 days, visa on arrival  Timor-Leste (a.k.a. East Timor)- 30 day visa issued at the Dili airport and seaport African Continent  Cape Verde Islands – 21 days  Comoros – 21 days  Djibouti – 30 day visa issued on arrival  Gambia – visa issued upon arrival, but must get prior clearance from immigration.  Guinea-Bissau - 90 days visa issued on arrival  Kenya - 90 days visa issued on arrival  Madagascar - 30 days visa issued on arrival  Mauritania - visa issued on arrival  Morocco - 90 days  Mozambique - 30 days visa issued on arrival  Rwanda - 90 days  Saint Helena - visa issued upon arrival  Senegal - 30 days issued on arrival, invitation letter required. Visa available online.  Seychelles – 30 days permit, must show sufficient funds & proof of accommodation.  Somalia - 30 days on arrival, invitation letter by sponsor submitted 2 days before arrival.  Tanzania - visa issued on arrival  Togo (Togolese Republic) - 7 days, visa issued on arrival. Requires yellow fever vaccination  Uganda - 90 day visa issued on arrival at Entebbe Airport  Zambia - 90 days visa issued on arrival Central America  Costa Rica - 30 days Visitor's Permit issued upon arrival  Guatemala  Nicaragua - 90 days visa issued on arrival Caribbean  Anguilla - 21 days  Dominica - 21 days  Haiti - 21 days  Saint Vincent and the Grenadines - 30 days visa issued on arrival  Turks and Caicos Islands - 21 days Europe:  Georgia - Visa issued on arrival. Preferably with invitation.   Kosovo - 90 days Oceania/Pacific Island Nations  Cook Islands - 31 days  Fiji - 120 days, Visitor's Permit issued on arrival  Marshall Islands - 90 days visa issued on arrival  Micronesia - 30 days, entry permit required for stays over 30 days  Nauru - 30 days  Niue - 30 days  Northern Marianas  - visa issued on arrival  Palau - 30 days visa issued on arrival  Papua New Guinea - 60 days, visa given on arrival  Pitcairn Islands - 14 days, entry permit given on arrival  Samoa - 60 days Visitor's Permit issued upon arrival  Tuvalu - 30 day visitor permit for tourist is issued upon arrival  Vanuatu - 30 days South America  Bolivia - 90 days  Brazil - 90 days  Colombia - 90 days  Ecuador - 90 days  Peru - 183 days  Suriname - 90 days Note that while the countries above does not require Philippine passport holders to apply for a visa in the Philippines, some will require a visa (and issue one upon arrival) after filling an application form and paying the fees. You may be required to produce your return or onward ticket and demonstrate sufficient funds to cover your stay. Most states/countries require thatpassports have at least 6 months validity to gain entry.