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...
San Miguel Corporation, led by its chairman Ramon Ang, still wants to push forward with its ambitious plan to build a bridge connecting Boracay and Caticlan, as well as upgrade the Caticlan airport. This multi-billion peso project aims to address the growing congestion and environmental challenges facing the world-famous Boracay, while also enhancing tourist experience...
Greece, a nation heavily reliant on tourism, is taking steps to curb overtourism in some of its most popular destinations. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced on Sunday that a 20-euro levy will be imposed on cruise ship visitors to the islands of Santorini and Mykonos during the peak summer season. This measure, aimed at addressing...
The Province of Aklan and LGU Kalibo have once again triumphed at the 35th Philippine Travel Mart, held from September 6-8, 2024 at the SMX Convention Center Manila. Hosted by the Philippine Tour Operators Association, the event saw Aklan’s captivating cultural presentation, “HINABOE,” secure the coveted Best Presentation Award for a second consecutive year. The...
In an effort to boost travel to Singapore, Philippine Airlines (PAL) has sealed a year-long collaboration with the Singapore Tourism Board (STB), offering exclusive discounts and special packages to entice Filipino travelers. The partnership introduces a series of initiatives, including a promotional campaign featuring popular content creators Laureen Uy, Miggy Cruz, and Camille Co, along...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) revealed in a recent report that over 16 million Filipinos are currently employed in the tourism sector as of the first quarter of 2024. DOT Secretary Christina Frasco highlighted the significant contribution of tourism to the Philippine economy, serving as a robust pillar that drives growth, generates revenue for businesses,...
ILOILO CITY, PHILIPPINES – From June 16 to 18, the Central Philippines Tourism Expo (CPTEx) 2023 took center stage at the Iloilo Convention Center. The three-day event served as a vibrant marketplace for tourism products and services from across the Central Philippines Regions including CALABARZON, MIMAROPA, Bicol, and the Western, Central, and Eastern Visayas. Among...