The Municipality of Malay, home to the world-renowned Boracay Island, welcomed officials and representatives from the City Government of Butuan for a benchmarking activity on the successful implementation of the LGU-Malay E-Trike program. The visit, which will be conducted from October 12-15, 2024, aimed to glean insights into the operational model and regulatory framework of...
La Union has once again solidified its reputation as a leader in sports tourism, with its flagship event, the La Union Surfing Break (LUSB), being inducted into the Hall of Fame at the Association of Tourism Officers of the Philippines (ATOP) Pearl Awards. The LUSB, which has captivated audiences with its electrifying energy since its...
The Philippines is making a bold move to solidify its position as a world-class travel destination, prioritizing infrastructure development as a key driver for tourism growth. Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco has recently unveiled a comprehensive National Tourism Development Plan that focuses on enhancing connectivity and accessibility across the entire archipelago. “Our...
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, addressing Filipino community leaders and guests at the “Love the Philippines: Travel and Tourism Forum” in Perth, highlighted the vital role Australia plays in the nation’s tourism success story. “As of October 7, we have welcomed nearly 200,000 Australians already, and I hope with this summit today,...
While overall tourist visits to Boracay Island have declined slightly in the first three quarters of 2024, a remarkable trend is emerging: Filipino travelers are proving to be the island’s unwavering champion. Data from the Malay Municipal Tourism Office reveals that domestic tourists accounted for a whopping 79% of total arrivals from January to September...
Philippines and South Korea have taken a significant step towards strengthening their already robust tourism partnership, signing a new implementation program for their Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Tourism Cooperation. This historic agreement, inked during South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol’s first state visit to the Philippines, signals a renewed commitment to fostering cultural exchanges and...
Cebu Pacific, the Philippines’ leading low-cost carrier, has announced the acquisition of boutique airline AirSWIFT for P1.7 billion. The move marks a significant expansion for Cebu Pacific, strengthening its network and connectivity to key tourist destinations across the Philippines. AirSWIFT, known for its fleet of planes serving popular tourist destinations including Boracay, El Nido, Cebu,...
The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines has once again been recognized for its exceptional work, securing the title of “Best National Tourism Organization in Asia” at the prestigious 33rd TTG Travel Awards, held on September 26, 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand. This marks the second consecutive year the TPB has received this honor, solidifying its position...
NextGen Advocate Foundation PH, Inc. (NextGen), a non-stock, non-government organization focused on sustainable community development through tourism, has raised a significant P30 million to power its revitalization project for the Walled City of Intramuros. This investment reflects the growing recognition of tourism’s critical role in the Philippines’ economic resurgence, particularly in the wake of the...
Though not specifically in Boracay, this photo taken in April 1989, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past of Caticlan Airport, a gateway to the world-renowned Boracay Island in the Philippines. Imagine this image of a small, single-engine aircraft parked on a grassy airfield, surrounded by lush palm trees and a simple, thatched-roof building. A...