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...
The Boracay Mabuhay Host Association Inc. has taken a significant step to enhance safety and well-being on the island by conducting Basic Life Support (BLS) training for its members. This initiative, spearheaded by President Hon. Elnor Casidsid, equips Boracay’s hospitality professionals with critical skills to handle medical emergencies, potentially saving lives in unforeseen situations. The...
Philippine Initiative for Conservation of Environment and the People (PhilinCon), a member of the UN-Sustainable Development Network Philippines (SDSN-Philippines), participated in the Leadership Council Meeting and General Assembly held at De Lasalle University in Manila on September 26, 2024. Dr. Rebecca Tandug Barrios, PhilinCon’s executive director, represented the organization, which is one of four CSOs...
Get ready to #LoveTheFlavorsAtMangInasal! This World Tourism Week, Mang Inasal is giving tourists a taste of the Philippines with a special treat: a FREE 8 oz. Extra Creamy Halo-Halo with every Chicken Inasal Paa or Pecho Large order! Just show your boarding pass, e-ticket, or bus ticket (dated between September 1 and 27) at any...
The Local Government Unit (LGU) of Malay, through the Malay Tourism Office, is reminding tourists and residents to be aware of the approved tariff rates for e-trike and van transportation services on Boracay Island. The LGU emphasizes that these rates are set by the Boracay Land Transportation Multi-purpose Cooperative (BLTMPC) and should be adhered to...
The Philippine tourism sector is buzzing with optimism as San Miguel Corp. (SMC)-led New NAIA Infrastructure Corp. takes over the operations of Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) under a private-public partnership (PPP). This move, hailed as a potential game-changer for the industry, aims to attract more tourists and boost the economy, while simultaneously addressing the...
Malacañang Palace has declared a work suspension for government offices in the Executive branch starting 3:00 PM on Monday, September 23, 2024, in observance of “Kainang Pamilya Mahalaga” Day, which marks the 32nd National Family Week. The suspension, announced in Memorandum Circular No. 64 issued by the Office of the President, aims to encourage government...
Get ready to serve, volley, and rally! Boracay has a new game in town, and it’s setting its sights on becoming the next big sports tourism destination. Masey’s Pickleball Boracay, the province’s first pickleball court, officially opened its doors to the public at Citymall Boracay this Saturday, September 21, 2024. The grand opening featured a...
The iconic Italian training ship, ITS Amerigo Vespucci, has arrived in the Philippines, making a historic stop in the heart of the country’s maritime activity. The “floating embassy,” as it’s often called, has captivated onlookers in the bustling port of Malay, bringing a touch of Italian maritime history and tradition to the region. The ship,...
Boracay Island celebrated Tourism Week 2024 with a powerful commitment to environmental sustainability, culminating in the successful completion of #ProjectPristine, a week-long coastal and underwater clean-up drive. From September 9-15, a diverse group of volunteers, including tourism frontliners, service providers, associations, cooperatives, private stakeholders, and other tourism enthusiasts, joined forces to preserve the pristine beauty...