One question that usually comes up as soon as the ‘ber months rolls-in is that will freelancers also get a 13th month pay? Are their clients required by law to honor this Christmas tradition in the country? There are more and more Filipino freelancers catering to overseas clients these days. These pinoy freelancers work from the comfort of their home doing different tasks. In the Philippines, the month of December is a highly anticipated month, not only because of the Christmas season but because of the 13th month pay. And for lucky folks, there is even a Christmas bonus on top of the extra-month pay. Do we hear 14th month, 15th month? We wish! :) What is the 13th month pay? This corresponds to one month extra pay for employees who have worked for a company for one whole year, payable on or before December 24. If the employee worked in the company for at least 1 month but less than 12 months within the year, said employee is still entitled to receive ...
Philippine Holidays for 2021 as Declared by Malacanang
President Duterte declared the 2021 Philippine holidays in the Philippines by virtue of Proclamation no 986, series of 2020. PaskongPinoy now shares the information for the regular and special (non-working) holidays nationwide for this year. This post will be updated with info for the holiday date for the holidays Eid’l Fitr and Eid’l Adha for 2021 once the dates are declared by Macalanang. Why is knowing the holiday in the Philippines important? The info on national holidays are important especially among employees for they will get holiday pay if they meet the DOLE guidelines for holiday premium. This list is also important among those who wants to book promo fare tickets for long weekends and holidays ahead of time. As you know airline and shipping companies usually announces ticket sale during most holidays. The holidays are also important for those who plans to transact with government offices. During holidays, most government offices ...
Holiday Pay Rules for Regular and Special Holidays in the Philippines
The Philippines enjoys more number of nationwide public holidays compared to many other countries. Aside from the national holidays (regular and special), there are also city-wide-only and province-wide only public holidays. These extra special non-working holidays must be declared as such by Malacañang through a proclamation. Without an official proclamation, there is no special non-working holiday in a specific LGU only, unless the date is already covered by a republic act. Example of limited scope special non-working holiday that must be declared yearly is the Malasiqui founding anniversary which needs a proclamation from Malacañang and is only for the municipality of Malasiqui in Pangasinan. Another example is the Ati-Atihan Festival which is usually declared by the current president as special non-working day. Now, there are city-wide or province-wide special (non-working) holiday that doesn’t need a proclamation yearly because there is already a law about ...
Shopping in Paete for Christmas Decors and Ornaments
There are various markets and places in the Philippines which are famous for Christmas decors shopping. One such outstanding place is the town of Paete in Laguna. Paete is more known as the “ukit” or carving capital of the country, where finely skilled wood carvers and artist abound. However, during the ‘ber’ months, it is not the wooden carvings that draws-in visitors and tourists. What’s the main attraction during these times? Christmas decors. Santa Claus figures ranging from tiny sizes to giant abounds and are among the most popular products of this town for the holidays. There are also for sale belens or nativity scenes. One can also find nostalgic figurines such as that of carollers in winter attires, plus lots of snowman theme decors. When To Visit Paete for Christmas Shopping A visit to Paete, Laguna is best done end of September to October annually if the target is shopping for Christmas figurines, santa clauses, Christmas tree hanging ornaments, and other ...
DTI SRP – Suggested Retail Price for Noche Buena Products
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in the Philippines has released the list of Suggested Retail Price or SRP for popular noche buena food products for this year 2020. Every year, around November, DTI gives info to consumer about the SRP of grocery and supermarket items high in demand during the Christmas holiday. Last November 10, DTI released SRP info for this year’s 2020 holiday. Take note that prior to the announcement, Christmas grocery products manufacturer have submitted proposals to DTI for a minimal price increase. DTI however convinces these manufacturers to just keep the prices from last year, since the requested price increase are minimal and considering that we are in a crisis this year due to the pandemic. The Paskong Pinoy team now shares info on the srp prices of the most high in demand panghanda and pangsahog sa mga pagkaing pang noche buena. Note that these are “suggested retail prices”, meaning establishments like groceries, supermarkets, sari-sari ...
10 Pampaswerte sa Bagong Taon ✨ Palihi – Invite Luck for the New Year ✨
The year is about to end and it means lots of Pinoys will be readying soon mga bagay na pampaswerte sa bagong taon, lalong-lalo na after the crisis this year. Pampaswerte na pagkain, pampaswerte sa bahay, pampaswerte sa pera at marami pang iba. Do you want to get lucky in 2021? Do you want blessings to pour next year? Do you want abundance for your family? If you answered yes and you believe in the age-old New Year pampaswerte traditions, then our tips are for you. By the way, in Visayan speaking provinces, people would be preparing palihi, a term with the same meaning as “pampaswerte” or “pampabuenas” in Tagalog speaking areas. Many of our countrymen observes the following New Year’s Eve practices or traditions when the clock strikes midnight ushering in the first day of a brand new year. We have listed 10 pampaswerte tips, you can add your own lucky items or traditions. You can also read-up on what feng shui masters suggest for luck in celebrating ...
Liliw Laguna’s Unique Aguinaldo Christmas Tradition
The Philippines is so big with 7000+ islands scattered across the archipelago that there are bound to be traditions unique to an island, province, and town. Liliw in Laguna has one such unique Christmas tradition that kids will love and will look forward to during Christmas day. May kakaibang tradisyon ba sa bayan niyo tuwing Pasko? Share kayo! Nestled at the foot of the majestic mountain, Mt Banahaw, Liliw is a lovely town blessed with cool climate especially when the holiday season rolls-in. This town is also home to the picturesque, centuries-old stone church built and named in honor of St John The Baptist, the town’s patron saint. It is in Liliw’s St John The Baptist Parish where this unique Christmas tradition will start. On December 25, kids in Liliw gets up early excited for the promise of Christmas Day. Together with their families, they will troop to the church, wearing their Christmas best, new dress or ...
Christmas Ham for the Paskong Pinoy Celebration – Popular Brands and Prices
“Kulang ang pasko kung walang hamon.” That statement maybe an over-generalization but you’ve got to admit it, you’ve heard it uttered maybe by someone you know, in the movies, in tv show interviews, or you may have even said it yourself. Many Filipinos, especially those who can afford a little luxury, want and expect to have a Christmas ham serve during Noche Buena. For them, the holiday celebration just isn’t complete without the presence of smoked or cured ham on Christmas eve. Having ham on the dining table also signifies that medyo nakakaraos ka sa buhay kasi afford mo, kahit one time lang, kahit tuwing pasko lang. Yes, Christmas ham is still considered a luxury product that many Filipinos only partake once a year. This is because they are a bit pricey, usually ranging from P200 to P2,000 and higher. Not to mention that many of these special hams are only widely available during the ‘ber’ months. The Christmas ham is very popular that one ham ...