Category: Travel
Covering the most noteworthy news stories in the travel industry for the Filipino community.

Philippines achieves double triumph at the 9th Annual TripZilla Excellence Awards 2023
For the second consecutive year, the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines has clinched the coveted Sustainability Leader of the Year (Asia) award at the prestigious TripZilla Excellence Awards 2023. The…

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Philippine Tourism to shine at World Travel Market in London
The Philippines is primed to seize the spotlight at the World Travel Market (WTM) 2023, taking place from 6-8 November 2023 at the ExCel Convention Centre in London, United Kingdom…

The Philippines vies for 4 major awards at the prestigious World Travel Awards 2023
Manila, Philippines— With four nominations under its belt this year, The Philippines is defending its back to back title as the World’s Leading Beach Destination and World’s Leading Dive Destination…

TPB’s 12th Regional Travel Fair reaches over PHP 390 million in sales
The 12th Regional Travel Fair (RTF) had a successful run, generating PHP 396 million from estimated business leads as well as PHP 1.3 million in actual sales for nationwide tourism…

DOT chief joins high-level UNWTO Global Education Forum as panelist
SAMARKAND, Uzbekistan—Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco underscored the critical role of the Department in bridging the academe and the industry toward championing tourism education in the Philippines,…

PH Wins Asia Pacific’s Best Dive Destination in the Travel Weekly Asia Awards
With its rich marine life, vibrant coral reefs, and continued commitment to conserving and promoting its aquatic ecosystems, the Philippines was hailed as the Best Dive Destination in Asia Pacific…

LOVE THE PHILIPPINES! Boracay, Palawan, Siargao voted among Asia’s best by Condé Nast Traveler readers
Makati, Philippines—Three renowned island destinations in the Philippines made it to this year’s Condé Nast Traveler (CNT) Top 10 Readers’ Choice Awards. Boracay, Palawan, and Siargao placed third, sixth, and…

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Film Heritage building to rise, boost PH film tourism
Makati, Philippines—A Film heritage building will soon rise in the historic Walled City of Intramuros in Manila as the Department of Tourism (DOT) and its infrastructure arm, Tourism Infrastructure and…

Access Travel Celebrates 12 Years of Pioneering Female Leadership and Tourism Excellence
As the pulse of travel beats stronger, 7 in 10 Filipinos are gearing up for overseas adventures, according to a recent study by GrabAds. With this trend, Access Travel emerges…

Sheraton Manila Hotel Introduces New Executive Chef Andrea Burzio with S Kitchen’s Pranzo & Cena: Italian Family Feasts
Sheraton Manila Hotel is proud to introduce its new Executive Chef, the culinary virtuoso Andrea Burzio, alongside the launch of Pranzo & Cena: Italian Family Feasts, a remarkable culinary journey…

DOT’s Bisita, Be My Guest program awards first raffle winners
MANILA, Philippines—Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco on Sunday (Sept. 17) congratulated the first set of winners in the online referral tourism program, Bisita, Be My Guest (BBMG). “On behalf…

Sheraton Manila Hotel Jumpstarts Fifth Anniversary Countdown with “Sundown Soiree: An Intimate Merenda Gathering”
Sheraton Manila Hotel, known as “The World’s Gathering Place,” marked the commencement of its exciting countdown to its fifth anniversary with a spectacular event dubbed, “Sundown Soiree: An Intimate Merenda…

Philippine Hotel Owners Association member hotels recognized at World Travel Awards 2023
Several member hotels of the Philippine Hotel Owners Association (PHOA) received awards across different categories during the World Travel Awards (WTA) Asia and Oceania Gala Ceremony 2023 held on September…

Boost in PH medical tourism seen with public-private convergence
Manila, Philippines—The Department of Tourism (DOT) reaffirms its support for the Marcos Administration’s goal to boost the medical tourism industry in the country by collaborations with industry stakeholders in aesthetics,…

Philippines wins “Asia’s Leading Dive Destination” at prestigious World Travel Awards 2023
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam—Solidifying its status as the ultimate diving destination in the region, the Philippines has clinched for the fifth consecutive year the Asia’s Leading Dive Destination title…

Cebu Pacific Kicks Off ‘BER’ Months with Piso Sale
Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, is giving every Juan an early Christmas gift as it brings back its trademark Piso Sale in time for the BER months….

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It’s a September to remember with SOS
The Hotel Sales and Marketing Association Philippines launches its largest online travel fair to date The September Online Sale (2023) is back this year with its biggest edition ever—a month-long…

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Cebu Pacific Launches Manila – Da Nang Flight with Piso Sale
Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading airline, is launching its newest destination—Da Nang, Vietnam—with its signature Piso Sale. Starting December 7, 2023, CEB’s Manila to Da Nang flights will…

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Philtoa’s 4th General Membership Meeting Celebrates Love for the Philippines
The tour operators association welcomes new members as it prepares for the 34th Philippine Travel Mart, the largest travel fair in the country 10 August 2023–Lauding efforts by the country’s…

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DOT inaugurates first Tourist Rest Area in Mindanao; Frasco bares plan to build 15 more TRAs across the country
MANOLO FORTICH, Bukidnon—In a move to further spur tourism development in Mindanao, the Department of Tourism (DOT), led by Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, has formally inaugurated the first Tourist Rest…

The Philippine Travel Mart: Showcasing the Best of Philippine Tourism for 34 Years
[Makati City, July 27, 2023] – The Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) is set to stage the 34th Philippine Travel Mart (PTM), the biggest annual fair focused on promoting popular…