The 2nd International Travel Festival (ITF) December 18-20, 2014 at SMX Convention Center

The Philippines Department of Tourism aims to achieve 10 Million tourists every year until the end of 2016. This target is aided by the major improvements in International Airports in Manila and secondary airports in Cebu, Clark, Iloilo to mention a few. The 2nd International Travel Festival 2014 The rise of budget fares led to […] No visits yet The post The 2nd International Travel Festival ... More here: The 2nd International Travel Festival (ITF) December 18-20, 2014 at SMX Convention Center

Israel high on Fun in the Philippines

Four Israeli news and travel companies have featured the Philippines in their websites as the next new destination for Israeli travelers to visit. The feature articles on the Philippines, simultaneously published in Hebrew in late October, highlighted the country’s beautiful nature, especially the inclusion of Palawan and Boracay in Condé Nast Traveler’s “30 Best Islands in the World” this year ... More here: Israel high on Fun in the Philippines

Israel high on Fun in the Philippines

Four Israeli news and travel companies have featured the Philippines in their websites as the next new destination for Israeli travelers to visit. The feature articles on the Philippines, simultaneously published in Hebrew in late October, highlighted the country’s beautiful nature, especially the inclusion of Palawan and Boracay in Condé Nast Traveler’s “30 Best Islands in the World” this year ... More here: Israel high on Fun in the Philippines

PH drawing more Israeli tourists

The Philippines is becoming a favored vacation destination among Israelis, according to various online articles simultaneously published recently in Hebrew by four Israeli news and travel companies.They all highlighted the country’s beautiful nature, especially the inclusion of Palawan and Boracay in Condé Nast Traveler’s “30 Best Islands in the World” in 2014. At the conclusion of the online ... More here: PH drawing more Israeli tourists

Int’l travel agencies adapt to the changing times

With a few taps on a smartphone or tablet, a traveler can quickly map out an entire trip—from booking flights and hotel accommodations, to choosing the restaurants where to dine. More here: Int’l travel agencies adapt to the changing times

PH drawing more Israeli tourists

The Philippines is becoming a favored vacation destination among Israelis, according to various online articles simultaneously published recently in Hebrew by four Israeli news and travel companies. They all highlighted the country’s beautiful nature, especially the inclusion of Palawan and Boracay in Condé Nast Traveler’s “30 Best Islands in the World” in 2014. At the […] More here: PH drawing more Israeli tourists

Francis’ popemobile could be a jeepney

The Philippines will custom-build a “popemobile” for Pope Francis to travel in during his visit to the fervently Catholic nation in January, organizers said on Thursday. More here: Francis’ popemobile could be a jeepney

2nd Season of Amazing Food Challenge: Fun in the Philippines Start to Air in Asian Food Channel

Food is a basic necessity. It’s human instinct to feel hungry, to feed. This is probably there reason there are so many cooking shows the world over. And one of the many broadcasting companies that have produced cooking shows and contests is the Asian Food Channel. The company is a unit of Scripps Networks Interactive, […] No visits yet The post 2nd Season of Amazing Food Challenge: Fun in the ... More here: 2nd Season of Amazing Food Challenge: Fun in the Philippines Start to Air in Asian Food Channel

AirAsia offers super low fares in Visit Bohol 2015 fair

MANILA -- Bohol is moving to become the must-go destination in the Philippines, as it launches new and exciting tourist attractions with rock bottom prices for airfares, hotels, resorts and tours during a travel fair to be held in Glorieta Mall in Makati City on December 8-10. More here: AirAsia offers super low fares in Visit Bohol 2015 fair

AirAsia offers super low fares in Visit Bohol 2015 fair

MANILA -- Bohol is moving to become the must-go destination in the Philippines, as it launches new and exciting tourist attractions with rock bottom prices for airfares, hotels, resorts and tours during a travel fair to be held in Glorieta Mall in Makati City on December 8-10. More here: AirAsia offers super low fares in Visit Bohol 2015 fair

PH to secure Pontiff in custom-built 'popemobile'

MANILA - The Philippines will custom-build a "popemobile" for Pope Francis to travel in during his visit to the fervently Catholic nation in January, organizers said Thursday. More here: PH to secure Pontiff in custom-built 'popemobile'

AirAsia offers super low fares in Visit Bohol 2015 fair in Glorietta Mall from Dec. 8 -10, 2014

Bohol is moving to become the must-go destination in the Philippines as it launches new and exciting tourist attractions with rock bottom prices for airfares, hotels, resorts and tours during a travel fair to be held in Glorieta Mall in Makati city on Dec. 8-10, 2014. Visit Bohol 2015 Launch in Makati City Bohol provincial […] (Visited 5 times, 5 visits today) The post AirAsia offers super low ... More here: AirAsia offers super low fares in Visit Bohol 2015 fair in Glorietta Mall from Dec. 8 -10, 2014

Philippine Department of Tourism hosts Philippine-Vietnam Travel Exchange at the Peninsula Manila

The Department of Tourism (DOT) recently hosted the Philippine-Vietnam Travel Exchange 2014 held at the Rigodon Ballroom of the Peninsula Manila. The trade event is part of the DOT’s relentless efforts to promote premium properties and activities in the Philippines. Some of the Vietnamese travel agents, event planners, incentive planners, corporate account executives during the […] No visits yet ... More here: Philippine Department of Tourism hosts Philippine-Vietnam Travel Exchange at the Peninsula Manila

AirAsia offers super low fares in Visit Bohol 2015 fair in Glorietta Mall from Dec. 8 -10, 2014

Bohol is moving to become the must-go destination in the Philippines as it launches new and exciting tourist attractions with rock bottom prices for airfares, hotels, resorts and tours during a travel fair to be held in Glorieta Mall in Makati city on Dec. 8-10, 2014. Visit Bohol 2015 Launch in Makati City Bohol provincial […] (Visited 5 times, 5 visits today) The post AirAsia offers super low ... More here: AirAsia offers super low fares in Visit Bohol 2015 fair in Glorietta Mall from Dec. 8 -10, 2014

Travel the World with Malaysia Airlines’ Global Year-End Specials

Malaysia Airlines is offering exciting air fares through its Year-End Specials (YES) campaign from 20 November 2014 to 2 December 2014 for the travel period between 23 November 2014 and 30 June 2015. More here: Travel the World with Malaysia Airlines’ Global Year-End Specials

Asia Cruise Fund Welcomes Hainan and the Philippines as New Members

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 26, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) and the Taiwan Tourism Bureau (TTB) welcomed two new members to the Asia Cruise Fund, Hainan and the Philippines, last week. Representatives from the four destinations signed an official agreement at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, where the two-day Cruise Shipping Asia-Pacific (CSAP ... More here: Asia Cruise Fund Welcomes Hainan and the Philippines as New Members

The Philippines is on an economic roll

In its 2015 economic outlook, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), which provides an annual report on Asia’s economic growth and regional integration, placed the Philippines ahead of its neighbors in Southeast Asia. “Among the ASEAN-5 countries (Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam), the Philippines has the best growth perspective with an ... More here: The Philippines is on an economic roll

Tigerair Philippines’ 75% off seat sale

TIGERAIR Philippines with its network made wider with Cebu Pacific holds a 75 percent off seat sale from November 25, 2014 to November 27, 2014 or until seats last. More here: Tigerair Philippines’ 75% off seat sale

‘Slow construction of airports makes 10M tourist arrivals difficult’

The Aquino administration may find it difficult to achieve its goal of having 10 million tourist arrivals by the end of its term in 2016 due to the slow roll out of infrastructure in air transportation, officials of real estate services firm KMC MAG Group said Wednesday. More here: ‘Slow construction of airports makes 10M tourist arrivals difficult’

Better air connections with the Philippines

Air links between New Zealand and the Philippines are set to improve with the signing today of an air services arrangement, says Transport Minister Simon Bridges. More here: Better air connections with the Philippines

Transcript of Sen. Grace Poe's Manifestations during the Floor deliberations on the DOT Budget

November 25, 2014. Sen. Grace Poe: I would like to note that the Google search for "Tourist destinations in the Philippines," the first to appear is the very efficient site of the Dept. of Tourism and it also notes important numbers, statistics and of course, of places where to go. I would just like to push a little... More here: Transcript of Sen. Grace Poe's Manifestations during the Floor deliberations on the DOT Budget

Immigration removes HK journalists from blacklist

A BUREAU of Immigration (BI) official said Tuesday the nine Hong Kong journalists who heckled President Benigno Aquino III in an economic forum in Indonesia last year can now travel to the Philippines freely. BI spokesperson Elaine Tan said the blacklist order dated June 6,... More here: Immigration removes HK journalists from blacklist

US issues travel warning on Mindanao

MANILA - The United States yesterday warned its citizens of continuing threats due to terrorists and insurgents in Mindanao, citing the terror activities of the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) in the region. More here: US issues travel warning on Mindanao

This week in travel

NEW DIGS ON THE BLOCK World-weary travelers, meet your new best friend: Jen. Upping the hotel game in Manila is the latest offering from the Shangri-La hotel brand catering to a new “Jeneration” of independently minded business and leisure travelers. That means you—if all you really want from your hotel is quality, comfort, value, honest […] More here: This week in travel

Traveling during the holidays? Read this

Are you planning to take a trip during the holiday season? Here are some smart tips from a seasoned traveler. More here: Traveling during the holidays? Read this

Malaysia Year of Festivals 2015 goes to Centro Escolar University

As one of Southeast Asia's most visited tourist destinations for both leisure and business, the Tourism Malaysia is proud to present MyFEST 2015 Tour and Road Show. More here: Malaysia Year of Festivals 2015 goes to Centro Escolar University

German tourist arrested for allegedly stealing bt280 from Chiang Mai temple

Police said a security camera recorded Steffen Renner, 39, taking Bt20 notes from an offering tray inside the temple. The caretaker of the temple alerted police to arrest him ... More here: German tourist arrested for allegedly stealing bt280 from Chiang Mai temple

Philippines Travel Warning

The Department of State warns U.S. citizens of the risks of travel to the Philippines, in particular to the Sulu Archipelago, the island of Mindanao, and the southern Sulu Sea area. More here: Philippines Travel Warning

Shot entirely with an iPhone 6 Plus

National Geographic Young Explorer, Hanna, shots this travel series shot entirely with an iPhone 6 Plus. We’ve used and reviewed the iPhone 6 Plus and knows the quality of shots it can take. This one by far is among the nicest we’ve seen. The internal image stabilization of the iPhone 6 Plus is also good […] The post Shot entirely with an iPhone 6 Plus appeared first on YugaTech | Philippines ... More here: Shot entirely with an iPhone 6 Plus

US warns citizens against travelling to Southern Philippines

Global and Terrorism Index 2014 ranks Philippines number 9 of countries with high level of terrorist activities More here: US warns citizens against travelling to Southern Philippines

US warns nationals vs. travel to Mindanao, Sulu area

Citing "continuing threats" from terrorist and insurgent activities, the United States government late Thursday warned its nationals against travel to Mindanao, particularly the Sulu archipelago and the southern Sulu Sea area. More here: US warns nationals vs. travel to Mindanao, Sulu area

Expo highlights top products, services of Central Luzon

CLARK FREEPORT -- The top products and services of the provinces of Central Luzon were highlighted in the 2014 North Philippines (NorthPhil) Travel and Tourism Expo, which opened at the Events Center of SM City Clark from November 14 to 16. More here: Expo highlights top products, services of Central Luzon

Tigerair Philippines offer P1 seat for Clark-Manila

CLARK FREEPORT -- Tigerair Philippines is offering a mid-week seat sale from November 19, 2014 to November 21, 2014 or until seats last for its Manila to Clark flights. Fly from Manila to Clark for ONE PESO (P1) to beat the holiday traffic! Travel period is from 15 December 2014 to 5 January 2015. More here: Tigerair Philippines offer P1 seat for Clark-Manila

BPI teams up with DOT for 'More Fun' ATMs

The Bank of the Philippine Islands is teaming up with the Department of Tourism to introduce ATMs featuring popular Philippine tourist attractions. More here: BPI teams up with DOT for 'More Fun' ATMs

More M’sians heading to the Philippines

More Malaysians are flocking to the Philippines with the highest number recorded to date this year More here: More M’sians heading to the Philippines

Philippines back on the tourist map

It looks like the Philippines, now on Lonely Planet's list of places to go in 2015, has bounced back from the devastation of Typhoon Haiyan. More here: Philippines back on the tourist map

Philippines back on the tourist map

It looks like the Philippines, now on Lonely Planet's list of places to go in 2015, has bounced back from the devastation of Typhoon Haiyan. More here: Philippines back on the tourist map

Philippines back on the tourist map

It looks like the Philippines, now on Lonely Planet's list of places to go in 2015, has bounced back from the devastation of Typhoon Haiyan. More here: Philippines back on the tourist map

Philippines back on the tourist map

It looks like the Philippines, now on Lonely Planet's list of places to go in 2015, has bounced back from the devastation of Typhoon Haiyan. More here: Philippines back on the tourist map

Going into the ‘heart’ of Baguio

Baguio City’s tourist season has officially started this month with the annual mining convention and a golf tournament ushering in at least 15,000 visitors. More here: Going into the ‘heart’ of Baguio

More Malaysians heading to the Philippines

PETALING JAYA, Malaysia--More Malaysians are flocking to the Philippines with the highest number recorded to date this year. Based on data tabulated by the Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT), Malaysian tourist arrivals increased by 22.5% (88,701) over the first eight months this year compared with the same time period last year. Overall, Malaysia is also the Philippines' 10th largest source ... More here: More Malaysians heading to the Philippines

More M'sians heading to the Philippines

PETALING JAYA - More Malaysians are flocking to the Philippines with the highest number recorded to date this year. Based on data tabulated by the Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT), Malaysian tourist arrivals increased by 22.5 per cent (88,701) over the first eight months this year compared with the same time period last year. Overall, Malaysia is also the Philippines' 10th largest source ... More here: More M'sians heading to the Philippines

Travel like you mean it

How many times can you backpack across Europe (or even stay in plush hotels) before you exhaust all possible DIY itineraries? Your best bet to experiencing the continent with an insider’s perspective? This little guide called Trafalgar, which has been creating holidays for discerning travelers for the last 70 years. ... More here: Travel like you mean it

MiG Ayesa to the rescue

His Australian citizenship is not keeping MiG Ayesa from releasing his composition, “United as One,” on iTunes and donating every cent it earns to the Philippine National Red Cross, which in turn is helping Yolanda victims rebuild their lives. More here: MiG Ayesa to the rescue

MiG Ayesa to the rescue

His Australian citizenship is not keeping MiG Ayesa from releasing his composition, “United as One,” on iTunes and donating every cent it earns to the Philippine National Red Cross, which in turn is helping Yolanda victims rebuild their lives. More here: MiG Ayesa to the rescue

Philippines prepares for pope with messages on spirituality, crowds

In this 2013 file photo, a Filipino boy walks in the destroyed cathedral in Palo, Philippines. The pope is scheduled to meet survivors as well as priests and religious and give a speech there Jan. 17. (CNS/EPA/Nic Bothma) More here: Philippines prepares for pope with messages on spirituality, crowds

DOT struggles to meet targets a year after Yolanda

The Department of Tourism (DOT) is struggling to meet its targets one year after Super Typhoon Yolanda ravaged the central part of the country but the Tourism chief is optimistic the Philippines would have sufficient number of tourist arrivals before the year ends.For the full-year 2013, the DOT failed to reach its 5.5-million tourist arrivals target after only 4.7 million foreign tourists ... More here: DOT struggles to meet targets a year after Yolanda

Travel high

Actress and “Princess of All Media” Anne Curtis has renewed her ties with global luggage brand American Tourister. Founded by American immigrant Sol Koffler in Providence, Rhode Island in 1932, American Tourister packs a long-standing history with the America’s passion for travel. ... More here: Travel high

CEB to launch new Cebu-Tokyo route

Cebu Pacific Air (CEB) aims to enable even more people to travel between the Philippines and Japan, when it launches direct Cebu-Tokyo-Cebu flights on March 26, 2015.The seat sale fare for CEB's newest route starts from P3,888, making it ideal for travelers to and from Cebu and surrounding regions. This Cebu-Tokyo seat sale fare is available until November 14, 2014 or until seats last, for ... More here: CEB to launch new Cebu-Tokyo route

More travel for Aquino

MANILA, Philippines – Just recently back from trips to China and Myanmar for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders' Meeting and the 25th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit, President Benigno Aquino III is again leaving on Tuesday, November 18, for Singapore to meet with business and other sectors. He will be there for ... More here: More travel for Aquino

DOT struggles to meet targets a year after Yolanda

The Department of Tourism (DOT) is struggling to meet its targets one year after Super Typhoon Yolanda ravaged the central part of the country but the Tourism chief is optimistic the Philippines would have sufficient number of tourist arrivals before the year ends. For the full-year 2013, the DOT failed to reach its 5.5-million tourist […] More here: DOT struggles to meet targets a year after Yolanda

Philippines: back on the map

Expedia has reported a 55 per cent increase in searches for Philippines on its website in October, compared with this time last year. More here: Philippines: back on the map

Philippines: back on the map

Expedia has reported a 55 per cent increase in searches for Philippines on its website in October, compared with this time last year. More here: Philippines: back on the map

NorthPhil Travel Expo to open in Clark today

The much-awaited North Philippines (NorthPhil) Travel & Tourism Expo will open at the Events Center of the SM City Clark in the Clark Freeport Zone in Pampanga at 4 p.m. today (Nov. 14). ... More here: NorthPhil Travel Expo to open in Clark today

Travel high

Actress and “Princess of All Media” Anne Curtis has renewed her ties with global luggage brand American Tourister. Founded by American immigrant Sol Koffler in Providence, Rhode Island in 1932, American Tourister packs a long-standing history with the America’s passion for travel. Known for creating tough, enduring, and conveniently-light luggage that withstand distance, frequent use, […] More here: Travel high

Philippines' Aquino assures Modi on FTA

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi Thursday met with Philippines President Benigno Aquino who assured him that his country was pushing ahead with the inking of the ASEAN-India Free Trade Agreement on services and investments. More here: Philippines' Aquino assures Modi on FTA

Cebu Pacific to boost PHL-JP traffic with new Cebu-Tokyo route (CEBU Air Inc)

(Source: CEBU Air Inc) The Philippines' leading airline, Cebu Pacific Air (PSE:CEB) aims to enable even more people to travel between the Philippines and Japan, when it launches direct Cebu-Tokyo-Cebu flights on March 26, 2015. The seat sale fare for CEB's newest route starts from P3,888, making it ideal for travelers to and from Cebu and surrounding regions. This Cebu-Tokyo seat sale fare is ... More here: Cebu Pacific to boost PHL-JP traffic with new Cebu-Tokyo route (CEBU Air Inc)

PH tourism industry bounces back in September

MANILA, Philippines – The country’s tourism industry surged by 17% in the first 9 months of 2014, even as travel advisories slowed down the growth of tourist arrivals between January and September, Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Ramon Jimenez said on Wednesday, November 12. Budget carriers felt the brunt in September ... More here: PH tourism industry bounces back in September

PH tourism industry bounces back in September

MANILA, Philippines – The country’s tourism industry surged by 17% in the first 9 months of 2014, even as travel advisories slowed down the growth of tourist arrivals between January and September, Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Ramon Jimenez said on Wednesday, November 12. Budget carriers felt the brunt in September ... More here: PH tourism industry bounces back in September

Visa on arrival spurs tourist traffic

New Delhi, Nov 13 (IANS): Tourist arrivals in India grew 41.5 percent in October with 2,705 granted visa on arrival, up from 1,911 in October last year. More here: Visa on arrival spurs tourist traffic

Tourist visa on arrival up 41.5%

Visa on arrival for tourists has seen an uptick of 41.5 per cent at 2,705 VoAs in October 2014 compared with 1,911 VoAs during the same month last year, according to a statement from the Ministry of Tourism. More here: Tourist visa on arrival up 41.5%

DOT's Jimenez cites travel ban, Yolanda aftermath as challenges to 2014 tourism target

Travel ban on the Philippines imposed by other countries and the aftermath of killer Typhoon Yolanda are the biggest hurdles to achieving 6.8 million foreign tourist arrivals this year, the Department of Tourism chief told reporters late Wednesday. More here: DOT's Jimenez cites travel ban, Yolanda aftermath as challenges to 2014 tourism target

DOT's Jimenez cites travel ban, Yolanda aftermath as challenges to 2014 tourism target

Travel ban on the Philippines imposed by other countries and the aftermath of killer Typhoon Yolanda are the biggest hurdles to achieving 6.8 million foreign tourist arrivals this year, the Department of Tourism chief told reporters late Wednesday. More here: DOT's Jimenez cites travel ban, Yolanda aftermath as challenges to 2014 tourism target

Aquino makes travel to BIMP-EAGA tax free

Effective immediately, people travelling from Mindanao and Palawan to countries in the East ASEAN Growth Area (EAGA) will no longer pay travel tax.This was made possible by President Aquino who signed Memorandum Order No. 73 reinstating the travel tax exemption for air and sea travel to any destination within the Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines-East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA). ... More here: Aquino makes travel to BIMP-EAGA tax free

PAL holds 3-day travel fair from Nov 14-16

MANILA, Philippines – Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) will hold a 3-day travel fair offering promo fares and tour packages. The fair will run from Friday to Sunday, November 14 to 16, 9 am to 7 pm, at the Philippine National Bank (PNB) Financial Center, Diosdado Macapagal Avenue, ... More here: PAL holds 3-day travel fair from Nov 14-16

DOJ wants action plan vs trafficking to strife-torn Syria

MANILA, Philippines – Worried by reports that Filipinos continue to travel to Syria for domestic work amid a deployment ban, Justice Secretary Leila de Lima ordered the Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT) and other government agencies to create an action plan preventing the underground migration. In the memorandum released Wednesday, ... More here: DOJ wants action plan vs trafficking to strife-torn Syria

Cebu Pacific accepts 52nd aircraft in time for holiday peak (CEBU Air Inc)

(Source: CEBU Air Inc) Adds flight frequencies to key routes The Philippines' leading airline, Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), took delivery of its 52nd aircraft, a brand-new Airbus A320 with Sharklets. The aircraft arrived in Manila, last Sunday, November 9, 2014. The brand-new Airbus A320 will be utilized for additional flight frequencies in key routes during the holiday peak travel period. "We are ... More here: Cebu Pacific accepts 52nd aircraft in time for holiday peak (CEBU Air Inc)

Cunanan pleads anew for travel abroad

Dennis Cunanan who is facing graft charges over the pork barrel scam appealed Wednesday to the Sandiganbayan first division to reconsider its decision disallowing him from leaving the country. More here: Cunanan pleads anew for travel abroad

Camp John Hay to revert to government hands

A former military reserve, Camp John Hay has been redeveloped over history into one of Baguios top tourist attractions, duking out retail, dining, and R&R options among outdoor activities, like horseback-riding and golf. More here: Camp John Hay to revert to government hands

SEAsian-themed tours seen to boost PH tourist arrivals

MANILA, Philippines - Philippine tourist arrivals are seen to get a boost from the launch of Southeast Asian themed tours. More here: SEAsian-themed tours seen to boost PH tourist arrivals

Asean to launch regional tour packages

The Philippines expects to benefit significantly from proposed Asean-themed tours, as the program will not only boost international arrivals but will also spur more investments in the local tourism industry. More here: Asean to launch regional tour packages

PH optimistic of higher Chinese tourist arrivals

Photo bby Petar Miloševi? - Own work. Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 via Wikimedia CommonsBeijing, China—The Philippines is optimistic that tourist arrivals from China will continue to recover as the government continued its campaign in enticing more Chinese nationals to visit the country. ... More here: PH optimistic of higher Chinese tourist arrivals

Nations reveal plans to rake in more tourism revenue in 2015

At the World Travel Market in the British capital last week, countries including Thailand unveiled plans to deal with challenges in the years ahead as revenue from inbound tourists is expected to see healthy growth, with Asian middle-class and affluent travellers the biggest spenders overseas. More here: Nations reveal plans to rake in more tourism revenue in 2015

Tigerair Philippines’ 7-11 PISO Seat Sale on

CLARK FREEPORT -- Tigerair Philippines with its network made wider with Cebu Pacific holds a seat sale from November 7, 2014 to November 11, 2014 or until seats last. Fly to the following destinations for P1 (PISO): Manila-Clark (for travel from 15 December 2014 to 05 January 2015), Cebu-Cagayan de Oro and Cebu-Davao (for travel from 01 December 2014 to 31 March 2015). More here: Tigerair Philippines’ 7-11 PISO Seat Sale on

Easier visa norms lure Indians to travel more

Foreign governments want Indians to backpack and travel even more. So they have eased their visa issuing norms. After Britain, Ireland and United States, its New Zealand that has made visa rules easier now. More here: Easier visa norms lure Indians to travel more

PH Tourism drive targets Asian-American travelers

The Philippines’ tourism department launched its first major campaign in the United States to attract to Asian-American and mainstream American travelers who are visiting neighboring countries in the region. More here: PH Tourism drive targets Asian-American travelers

PH Tourism drive targets Asian-American travelers

The Philippines’ tourism department launched its first major campaign in the United States to attract to Asian-American and mainstream American travelers who are visiting neighboring countries in the region. More here: PH Tourism drive targets Asian-American travelers

PH optimistic of higher Chinese tourist arrivals

Photo bby Petar Miloševi? - Own work. Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 via Wikimedia CommonsBeijing, China—The Philippines is optimistic that tourist arrivals from China will continue to recover as the government continued its campaign in enticing more Chinese nationals to visit the country. ... More here: PH optimistic of higher Chinese tourist arrivals

PH optimistic of higher Chinese tourist arrivals

Photo bby Petar Miloševi? - Own work. Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 via Wikimedia CommonsBeijing, China—The Philippines is optimistic that tourist arrivals from China will continue to recover as the government continued its campaign in enticing more Chinese nationals to visit the country. ... More here: PH optimistic of higher Chinese tourist arrivals

Navy ship evacuates injured Dutch tourists from Koh Tao

The tourist, Rober Terhorse, 46, fell from the second floor of a guesthouse Saturday evening. Because of heavy rains and rough sea, local people could not ferry the tourist with a ... More here: Navy ship evacuates injured Dutch tourists from Koh Tao

Tigerair Philippines’ 7-11 PISO Seat Sale on

CLARK FREEPORT -- Tigerair Philippines with its network made wider with Cebu Pacific holds a seat sale from November 7, 2014 to November 11, 2014 or until seats last. More here: Tigerair Philippines’ 7-11 PISO Seat Sale on

Philippine rickshaw driver returns 3.5m cash

Korean nationals on vacation claim bag containing Philippine currency worth Dh285,397 More here: Philippine rickshaw driver returns 3.5m cash

Travel Briefs

The Guam Visitors Bureau (GVB) brings back the Shop Guam Festival (SGF), said to be the biggest shopping event in the Western Pacific region. This promo offers discounts and exclusive dining and entertainment deals for tourists during the 73-day festival, which runs from Nov. 1 till Jan. 12, 2015. More here: Travel Briefs

Aquino makes travel to BIMP-EAGA tax free

Effective immediately, people travelling from Mindanao and Palawan to countries in the East ASEAN Growth Area (EAGA) will no longer pay travel tax.This was made possible by President Aquino who signed Memorandum Order No. 73 reinstating the travel tax exemption for air and sea travel to any destination within the Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines-East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA). ... More here: Aquino makes travel to BIMP-EAGA tax free

Enjoy fantastic travel deals at Malaysia Airlines’ Asean Worldwide Sale

Malaysia Airlines is pleased to offer its customers fantastic, all-inclusive travel deals from now until 13 November 2014 from all Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) countries for the travel period of 5 November 2014 to 15 June 2015. More here: Enjoy fantastic travel deals at Malaysia Airlines’ Asean Worldwide Sale

STA Travel Group Signs Deal with Philippines Tourism to Promote Youth Travel

The STA Travel Group has signed a global marketing agreement with the Philippines Department of Tourism. The new partnership will see the STA Travel Group promoting travel to the Philippines in the UK, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, France and Australia. The campaign, "It's More Fun in the Philippines," will see four independent filmmakers travel to the Philippines to make one short film each ... More here: STA Travel Group Signs Deal with Philippines Tourism to Promote Youth Travel

Aquino makes travel to BIMP-EAGA tax free

Effective immediately, people travelling from Mindanao and Palawan to countries in the East ASEAN Growth Area (EAGA) will no longer pay travel tax. This was made possible by President Aquino who signed Memorandum Order No. 73 reinstating the travel tax exemption for air and sea travel to any destination within the Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines-East […] More here: Aquino makes travel to BIMP-EAGA tax free

WATCH: PH bet Valerie's Miss World introduction

Former "Pinoy Big Brother" housemate Valerie Weigmann, the Philippines' representative in this year's Miss World pageant, gives a glimpse of tourist attractions in the country. More here: WATCH: PH bet Valerie's Miss World introduction

Philippines police search for missing woman where Rurik Jutting had holidays

A mother notified police of her daughter's disappearance in the red-light district of Angeles City in the Philippines, where sex workers cost a fraction of the rate charged in Hong Kong. More here: Philippines police search for missing woman where Rurik Jutting had holidays

PH showcases top destinations in World Travel Expo

LONDON - The Philippine delegation, headed by the Department of Tourism joined the more than 5,000 exhibitors from different countries for the 4-day travel exposition at Excel, London. More here: PH showcases top destinations in World Travel Expo

PH showcases top destinations in World Travel Expo

LONDON - The Philippine delegation, headed by the Department of Tourism joined the more than 5,000 exhibitors from different countries for the 4-day travel exposition at Excel, London. More here: PH showcases top destinations in World Travel Expo

Sieren's China: Beijing leverages the power of tourists

More here: Sieren's China: Beijing leverages the power of tourists

StudentUniverse Expands UK Efforts with Additional Airline and University Partnerships

StudentUniverse, a leading resource for student travel discounts, today announced the expansion of its operations in the United Kingdom. The company has just re-located to a larger More here: StudentUniverse Expands UK Efforts with Additional Airline and University Partnerships

NegOr regional 2nd in tourist arrivals

Tourism Regional director Rowena Montecillo reported to the people of Negros Oriental during the buglasan festival, that the province has immensely contributed to the 2.9 million tourist arrivals in Central Visayas with 457,618 last year, ranking 2nd among the provinces. More here: NegOr regional 2nd in tourist arrivals

STA Travel Group Signs Deal with Philippines Tourism to Promote Youth Travel

The STA Travel Group has signed a global marketing agreement with the Philippines Department of Tourism. The new partnership will see the STA Travel Group promoting travel to the Philippines in the UK, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, France and Australia. The campaign, "It's More Fun in the Philippines," will see four independent filmmakers travel to the Philippines to make one short film each ... More here: STA Travel Group Signs Deal with Philippines Tourism to Promote Youth Travel

Philippines rebel group to form political party

The heads of Philippines' largest Muslim rebel group, Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF), will hold talks Monday to finalise the formation of a political party for the 2016 national election. More here: Philippines rebel group to form political party

Dead get 'condo units' in Philippines

In Tagum City, the dead have their own "condos." Neatly arranged rows of tombs and niches for some 20,000 dead in a sprawling 2.5-hectare area have transformed the disorganized, unkempt public cemetery in La Filipina village into a must-see tourist destination in Davao del Norte province. In contrast to most public burial grounds, La Filipina cemetery is more like a park than a typical "spooky ... More here: Dead get 'condo units' in Philippines

Travel like a stylish mom

Planning a holiday can be a bit stressful—the documents, the what-to-bring lists, the hotel and transportation arrangements—especially for moms, who do all the planning for the trip. This is in addition to the usual mommy duties. Oh, the stress! photo taken from http://ift.tt/1ui0jIp celebrity mom and style icon Jenni Epperson, traveling with husband Tom and two kids Aryanna, 17 and Dylan ... More here: Travel like a stylish mom

October 2014 musings: Propagating travel bugs

HOW much travel bugs do we need to breed? As many as possible. More here: October 2014 musings: Propagating travel bugs