The Philippine Coast Guard continues to monitor travel across the country as Holy Week observances prompt increased movement.
From midnight to 6 a.m. on Good Friday, PCG reported 11,418 passengers departing and 11,677 arriving at ports nationwide.
On Maundy Thursday, authorities recorded a total of 183,517 outbound and 191,350 inbound travelers, bringing the day’s total to nearly 374,867 passengers.
Officials maintain constant surveillance to ensure safety at ports during the holiday period.
Batangas Port Manager Aurora Mendoza said passenger volume this year is lower than last year. She attributed the decline to higher fares, toll fees, fuel costs, and the ongoing petroleum crisis.
Mendoza advised travelers planning trips through Batangas and Lucena ports to use the Online Reservation Assistance System to check schedules and book tickets ahead of time.
“This system guarantees passengers a ticket when they arrive at the port. They no longer have to take a chance on being a standby passenger and can secure their travel in advance,” Mendoza explained.
