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Provincial Tourism Office Assesses Ayungon’s Potential Ecotourism Sites
AYUNGON, Negros Oriental – Upon the request of the Local Government Unit of Ayungon, the Provincial Tourism Office (PTO), led by Executive Director Woodrow C. Maquiling, Jr., conducted an ocular…
Lanson Place Mall of Asia, Manila Recognised as a Happy Employer Brand 2026, Celebrating a Workplace Where People Thrive
Center – Wilma Estaura Dir. for People & Culture with Lanson Place Colleagues Manila, Philippines — 7 July 2026 — Lanson Place Mall of Asia, Manila has been recognised as…
5 Rare Marine Critters Every Diver Should See in Sipalay
While Sipalay is celebrated for its long, white-sand beaches, it is equally renowned for its vibrant marine ecosystem, where some of its most extraordinary residents are also its smallest. Beneath…
PHILIPPINE TRAVEL MART Year 37: The Country’s Longest Running Travel Fair Returns in September 2026
Carrying the theme “Nurturing the NextGen Tourism,” this year’s edition highlights the future of Philippine travel (MANILA, Philippines, May 12, 2026) — The Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) announces the staging of the…
Manami Resort Earns Prestigious Michelin Guide Hotel Selection Recognition
Sipalay, Negros Occidental, Philippines — Manami Resort has been officially included in the Michelin Guide Hotel Selection, a significant milestone achieved just three years after the resort opened its doors….
PAL Appoints José María “Chema” Alvarado as Regional Head for North America
Philippine Airlines (PAL), the Philippines’ national flag carrier, has appointed José María “Chema” Alvarado as Regional Head of North America, reinforcing the airline’s commitment to accelerating commercial growth and strengthening…
PTAA breaches visitor target with 350 exhibitors in biggest and best travel event of 2026
The Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA) closed the curtain on Travel Tour Expo (TTE) 2026 with another milestone: 120,000-strong Filipino visitors passing through the doors of the SMX Convention Center…
Philippines hailed as ASEAN’s biggest tourism economy
The Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA) launched its flagship Travel Tour Expo at the SMX Convention Center today, not just as a travel sale, but as a showcase for an…
All Set for the Philippines’ Biggest and Best Travel Expo
MANILA, PHILIPPINES — The Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA) proudly announces the return of the Travel Tour Expo (TTE) 2026, the biggest and best travel expo in the Philippines, happening…
PAL’s 85th Year Signals Global Turn with New Flagship
Photos courtesy of Malacañang Pasay City, Philippines / January 18, 2026 — As it marks 85 years of flight, Philippine Airlines (PAL) signaled a global turn with the unveiling of…
Philippine Airlines’ A350-1000 Arrives Home, Marking Southeast Asia’s First
Philippine Airlines (PAL) marked a historic milestone as the company’s mostawaited aircraft, the Airbus A350-1000, arrived in Manila at 4:30 PM today, making the flag carrier the first in Southeast…
PAL BEGINS CEBU-GUAM SERVICE
A ceremonial cake slicing and ribbon cutting marked the official send-off of the Cebu-Guam service. (Photos courtesy of Mactan-Cebu International Airport) CEBU City – Philippine Airlines (PAL) launched the first-ever nonstop…
NAITAS Kicks Off Sustainable Travel Movement: 10th NTEX Media Launch Unveils “Eco Pasko: Celebrating Green Tourism”
MANILA, Philippines – The National Association of Independent Travel Agencies (NAITAS) officially launched the countdown to its milestone event, the 10th NAITAS Travel Expo (NTEX), during a highly anticipated media…
Plan Your 2026 Getaway: 10th NAITAS Travel Expo Offers Exclusive Holiday Deals and Sustainable Journeys
MANILA, Philippines – October 29, 2025 – The National Association of Independent Travel Agencies (NAITAS) warmly invites the public to the much-anticipated 10th NAITAS Travel Expo, the perfect opportunity to…
Philippine Airlines and Southwest Airlines Launch Partnership
MANILA—Philippine Airlines (PAL) is the latest carrier to connect transoceanic travelers with flights operated by Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) through single-ticket journeys. The new options are available now through Philippine Airlines and third-party…
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Images from Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines Facebook Pasay City — The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has reaffirmed its strong commitment to advancing seamless, secure, and…
Discover the Best Stays in the Philippines with HSMA’s September Online Sale 2025
Nearly 100 hotels and resorts nationwide slash rates up to 75% this September (Pasig City, Philippines – August 29, 2025)… The Hotel Sales and Marketing Association (HSMA) proudly announces the…
Alejandra “Dading” Clemente honored with MOPC Tourism Promotions Excellence Award
Tourism pioneer Alejandra “Dading” Clemente, founder of Rajah Tours Philippines, receives the Tourism Promotions Excellence Award during the MOPC Grand Tourism Excellence Awards 2025 at New World Makati Hotel. Presenting…
China Airlines and Southwest Airlines interline partnership to help boost Philippine tourism
PHOTOS BY: JOE COBILLA JR. LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA-The Philippine tourism industry is expected to get a boost from the recent milestone interline partnership between Taiwan’s flag carrier China Airlines (CAL)…
PHILTOA Launches the 36th Philippine Travel Mart: Boosting the NextGen Tourism
Metro Manila, Philippines – July 25, 2025 — The Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) proudly launched the 36th Philippine Travel Mart (PTM) last July 25th, setting the stage for the…
Travel Madness Expo 2025
Get Ready for the Ultimate Travel Experience! The 12th Travel Madness Expo (TME 2025) is happening on July 11–13, 2025 at the SMX Convention Center Manila! Whether you’re a seasoned…
It’s Never Too Late To Travel: Score the Best Packages at TME 2025
The biggest travel and trade fairs happening soon on July 11-13, 2025, TRAVEL MADNESS EXPO (TME) offers the best travel deals and more exciting destinations both local and international. Travel…
Travel and Lifestyle Expo 2025 to Ignite Global Passions with the Theme: “Travel. Explore. Discover. Roam.”
Makati City, Philippines – JJ Events Management proudly announces the highly anticipated Travel and Lifestyle Expo 2025, set to take place on August 29, 30, and 31, 2025, at Activity…
Philippine Airlines Unveils First e-Wallet
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has unveiled its first-ever e-Wallet that allows passengers to store multiple PAL e-Cards in a single account. PAL e-Cards such as the PAL e-Gift Card, Dear PAL…
Don’t Miss Your Flight: REAL ID Required at Airports Starting May 7, 2025
Beginning May 7, 2025, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will no longer accept standard state-issued driver’s licenses for domestic air travel unless they are REAL ID-compliant. With the enforcement date…
Philippine Airlines to serve Da Nang route in July, latest Vietnam expansion move
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine Airlines (PAL) will introduce nonstop flights between Manila and Da Nang beginning July 01, 2025, serving the gateway to the heritage wonders of Central Vietnam with…
Las Casas Filipinas De Acuzar Holy Week Escape
Bagac, Bataan – Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar in Bagac, Bataan, invites guests to an immersive Holy Week retreat from April 17 to 21, 2025. This unique experience blends spiritual…
Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar Unveils Exclusive Summer Promo and Loyalty Program for Global Travelers
Bagac, Bataan, Philippines—Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar, a renowned heritage resort in the Philippines, is celebrating its 15th Anniversary by launching two exciting initiatives: the Timeless Summer and its much-awaited…
Reconnect with Your Roots: There’s Still Time to Join the 2025 Very Important Pinoy (VIP) Tour and VIP Next Gen Tour
The 2025 VIP Tour is more than just a vacation; it’s a chance to reconnect with your heritage, explore the beauty of the Philippines, and witness the positive transformations happening in…