Behind every memorable getaway is a network of businesses working to make it happen—from travel agencies and transport providers to hotels, restaurants, and retailers. For these entrepreneurs, turning travel demand into business growth takes more than an attractive offer. It also means managing payments, keeping cash flowing, and securing funds when opportunities arise. UnionBank is…
That extra pair of shoes, your laptop or a few more pasalubong items may finally make the cut. Travelers who have mastered the art of squeezing an entire trip into a carry-on are getting a little more breathing room as Cebu Pacific increases its hand-carry baggage allowance on select flights. Starting September 15, 2026, passengers…
The Marine Tourism Excellence Award and the Honorary Tourism Board Award presented at the inaugural DRT Show Chengdu 2026. The Philippines is turning its underwater treasures into a potentially lucrative tourism pipeline, generating more than ₱122.8 million in sales leads while collecting two major honors at the inaugural Diving, Resorts, and Travel (DRT) Show Chengdu…
Travelers from Western Visayas will soon have an easier way to reach two of Asia’s most popular destinations as Cebu Pacific restores its direct Iloilo flights to Bangkok and Singapore this November. Starting November 23, the budget carrier will resume nonstop services from Iloilo to Bangkok’s Don Mueang International Airport and Singapore, giving passengers another…
MANILA, Philippines — Filipino travelers may want to check their passports and start plotting their next getaway because Cebu Pacific is firing up a major international expansion — and it comes with a headline-grabbing ₱1 base fare seat sale. The budget airline is opening and reviving direct flights from Cebu, Clark, and Manila to hot…
Filipinos are spending more money to go abroad — and Cebuana Lhuillier is moving aggressively to make sure travelers know where to get their foreign cash before boarding the plane. With overseas travel emerging as one of the country’s biggest discretionary spending priorities, Cebuana Lhuillier MoneyXchange is doubling down on its role as the Filipinos’…
The Philippines is making a bold pitch to foreign investors—and this time, it’s not just about pristine beaches and breathtaking islands. Tourism Secretary Dita Angara-Mathay laid out an ambitious vision before some of ASEAN’s most influential business leaders, declaring that the country’s tourism industry is ready for a major transformation fueled by private investments, world-class…
Cebu Pacific is strengthening its commitment to domestic tourism through a new partnership with the Department of Tourism (DOT) for the “Discover More to Love” campaign, making it easier and more affordable for Filipinos to explore the country’s rich cultural and natural treasures. The collaboration aligns the DOT’s newest domestic tourism initiative, led by newly…
The Philippines reinforced its growing reputation as a premier destination for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) tourism as the Department of Tourism (DOT) welcomed delegates from across Asia for the Tamiya Mini 4WD Asia Challenge (TMAC) 2026, one of the region’s biggest special-interest competitions. The return of the prestigious championship to the country showcased…
The Department of Tourism (DOT) has officially named P-pop powerhouse BINI as its newest tourism ambassadors, tapping the internationally acclaimed girl group to help promote the Philippines’ breathtaking destinations, rich cultural heritage, and renowned hospitality to audiences around the world. The partnership comes on the heels of the DOT’s launch of “Discover More to Love,”…