Travel and Tourism
PAL resumes Clark-Basco flight
July 2, 2024, 2:40 pm
CLARK FREEPORT, Pampanga – The Philippine Airlines (PAL) on Tuesday resumed its Clark-Basco, Batanes flight at the Clark International Airport (CRK). In his message, PAL Express president Rabbi Ang said, “ It gives us great pride to meet the demand for flights out of Central Luzon, a strategic… Read More
UN exec: 'Love the Philippines' a powerful tourism tagline
June 29, 2024, 6:53 pm
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu— The United Nations (UN) Tourism lauded the country’s powerful slogan “Love the Philippines” that attracts travelers to learn more about Filipino culture and destinations. “The good thing that I observed here is that, you know we associate with the Philippines 'It's… Read More
NAIA travelers urged to use mask amid Japan's rising bacterial cases
June 29, 2024, 8:38 am
MANILA – The management of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) encourages travelers to wear face masks and observe sanitary measures amid the reported rise in cases of streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS) infection in Japan. In an interview, Manila International Airport Authority… Read More
UNWTO to support sustainable tourism dev’t in PH: sec-gen
June 28, 2024, 5:21 pm
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu – The United Nations (UN) Tourism is committed to supporting the Philippines in its efforts to develop a sustainable industry. UN Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili made the commitment during the 36th Joint Commission Meeting of the Commission for East Asia and… Read More
'Green' transformation, education take centerstage at UNWTO meet
June 28, 2024, 3:16 pm
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu – Green transformation and efforts to boost tourism in a sustainable way in the region will take the centerstage at the 36th Joint Commission Meeting of the Commission for East Asia and the Pacific and the Commission for South Asia (CAP-CSA) in Cebu, Tourism Secretary… Read More
UN proposes gastronomy education hub in PH
June 27, 2024, 9:18 am
MACTAN – United Nations Tourism Secretary-General Zurab Polikashvili has proposed the establishment of a gastronomy education center in Cebu as the country successfully hosts the first UN food tourism forum in Asia. Polikashvili said this can serve as a legacy of the inaugural UN Tourism… Read More
Thailand wants PH as partner on food tourism promotion
June 27, 2024, 7:19 am
MACTAN – The government of Thailand is looking to partner with the Philippines in spurring two-way tourism between the two states, specifically through the promotion of Thai and Filipino food. During the inaugural United Nations (UN) Tourism Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism for Asia and the… Read More
National gastronomy tourism plan to showcase unique Filipino dishes
June 26, 2024, 8:24 pm
MACTAN, Cebu – The Department of Tourism (DOT) is crafting a national gastronomy tourism roadmap that will position unique Filipino dishes in each of the Philippine regions as a main motivation for local and foreign tourists when choosing where to travel. Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco bared… Read More
Investors ‘confident’ in medium-, long-term PH hospitality growth
June 22, 2024, 8:30 am
MANILA – Investors are positive about the medium- and long-term growth outlook of the Philippine hospitality sector, a new report showed. In the 2024 Philippine Hotel Investment Outlook Survey, 89 percent of the respondents, comprising hotel owners and operators in the Philippines, said they… Read More
DOT pushes for visa ‘liberalization’ to boost cruise tourism
June 21, 2024, 1:37 pm
MANILA – The Department of Tourism (DOT) is pushing for the “liberalization” of visa policies for cruise passengers as it positions the country as a “premier cruise destination” in the region. “The DOT is working very closely with the Bureau of Immigration on the aspect of the… Read More
Superfood marunggay hogs spotlight in Laoag cook-off
June 21, 2024, 1:34 pm
LAOAG CITY – Ilocano delicacies boosted by superfood malunggay (moringa) took center stage during the “Dulang” (food) cookfest as part of the 4th Marunggay Festival. Using powdered marunggay (Ilocano term for malunggay) leaves, Thursday’s cook-off participants, composed of high school and… Read More
DOT eyes Taiwan model for Ilocos birdwatching tourism
June 20, 2024, 4:12 pm
MANILA – The Department of Tourism (DOT) is looking at the birdwatching tourism model used in Taiwan's southern city of Kaohsiung in developing a similar niche product for the Ilocos Region, specifically in the provinces of Pangasinan and Ilocos Norte. DOT Region 1 (Ilocos) Director Jeff Ortega… Read More
Cebu Pacific to launch Cebu-San Vicente Palawan flights in October
June 19, 2024, 4:54 pm
MANILA – Low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific (CEB) is expanding its domestic network by launching direct flights between Cebu and San Vicente, Palawan beginning October 24. In a statement Wednesday, CEB president Xander Lao said they are thrilled with CEB's latest expansion. "This new route will not… Read More
NAIA Terminal 3 to undergo electrical maintenance June 19-21
June 19, 2024, 4:06 pm
MANILA – Another scheduled electrical maintenance has been set at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 from June 19 to 21, the Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA) announced Wednesday. According to the MIAA Media Affairs Division, the south wing's first and second… Read More
Boracay set to become more Muslim-friendly; private coves eyed
June 15, 2024, 2:47 pm
MANILA – Boracay is set to be reintroduced as a more Muslim-friendly destination this year, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said as it amplifies efforts to attract foreign Muslim travelers to visit the country. This September, the DOT will launch the “Muslim-Friendly Boracay,” an initiative… Read More
DOT promotes PH Muslim-friendly destinations, products in QC
June 15, 2024, 7:56 am
MANILA – The Department of Tourism (DOT) opened the three-day Salaam 2024: Travel and Trade Expo in Quezon City on Friday, increasing the visibility of Filipino Halal and Muslim-friendly offerings across the country, both products and destinations. The DOT said this showcase of Halal-certified… Read More
Cebu Pacific boosts Clark-Singapore route
June 14, 2024, 7:59 pm
MANILA – Following consistent flight demand to and from Singapore via the Clark International Airport (CRK), low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific (CEB) has increased operations between the two, from thrice weekly to daily. "The Clark-Singapore route is one of the routes that we launched when CEB… Read More
Aviation execs defend looming increase in NAIA aeronautical fees
June 14, 2024, 7:56 pm
MANILA – Aviation officials have defended the looming increase in aeronautical charges at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), in response to stakeholders seeking guidance and clarifications on the proposed increased rates for the use of airport facilities. "Airlines are seeking… Read More
Tour guides key to make PH top destination in Asia
June 14, 2024, 7:40 pm
TACLOBAN CITY – A top official of the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) has encouraged professional tour guides to do their share in helping achieve the vision of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to make the country a top tourist destination in Asia. TPB Chief Operating Officer Maria Margarita… Read More
DOT bags back-to-back wins at GovMedia Conference & Awards
June 14, 2024, 11:40 am
SINGAPORE – The Department of Tourism (DOT) received two awards at the GovMedia Conference & Awards 2024 for its flagship programs – the Tourist Rest Area (TRA) that provides convenience and comfort to tourists, as well as its Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) training program that… Read More
