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 response to the impact of Tropical Storm Enteng on flight operations, AirAsia Philippines issues advisory regarding modifications to the flight schedule for September 2, 2024. Several flights to and from Manila have been cancelled as a precautionary measure amidst the challenging weather conditions. Passengers seeking to adjust their bookings can conveniently do so online...
International passengers and crew members may now have an easier time arriving and departing from the Philippines. This is because President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has formally institutionalized the use of electronic travel (eTravel) information system for to effectively streamline travel operations in the country. The eTravel system is designed to facilitate border control, health...
Thailand is revolutionizing its tourism strategy by harnessing the power of digital influencers to reshape its industry landscape. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has introduced “TAT Connex,” an influencer marketing platform to elevate Thai tourism businesses and attract more travelers. This groundbreaking initiative aligns with TAT’s vision of integrating digital transformation into the tourism...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) is gearing up to enhance tourism infrastructure with an proposed budget increase, shared Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco during a House Committee on Appropriations hearing on the proposed 2025 budget. Lawmakers are advocating for a budget elevation, stressing the tourism sector’s significant contribution of 8.6% to the country’s GDP in 2023....
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...
As the travel industry witnesses a resurgence post-lockdown, Imperva, a Thales company specializing in cybersecurity, issues a stark warning about the escalating cybersecurity threats in the travel sector. Last year, the industry faced a notable spike in bad bot activity, with bots comprising 45% of global web traffic, up from 37% in 2022 as per...
Boracay, one of the Philippines’ top island destinations, had been recognized as leading travel spots in Asia. According to TimesTravel of The Times of India, Boracay secured the fourth spots in the list of the “8 Most Visited Island Destinations in Asia.” Boracay, ranking fourth on the list, is known for its water sports, vibrant...
The Philippines continues to make waves in the global tourism scene, showcasing excellence and innovation in dive tourism at the recent Diving, Resort and Travel Show Beijing 2024. Led by the Office of the Philippine Department of Tourism in Beijing (PDOT-Beijing), the country secured two prestigious accolades: the Best Tourism Promotion Partnership award and the...