DOT relaunches tourist spots in Zambales ABS-CBN NewsPosted at Dec 06 05:25 PM The Department of Tourism recently announced that Zambales has unveiled the Surf and Glamp Adventure to highlight once more two of its tourist recreations—surfing and glamping. Read more »
Pinay queen wins international crown in Malaysia ABS-CBN NewsUpdated as of Dec 02 06:32 PM Maria Angelica Pantaliano claimed the Miss Tourism Metropolitan International 2022 title in Malaysia. Read more »
PH shifts to new health declaration platform for inbound travelers Jacque Manabat, ABS-CBN NewsUpdated as of Dec 02 05:40 PM The Philippine government will implement a new online registration platform for incoming travelers on Dec. 2, the Palace said. Read more »
Great Barrier Reef risks 'in danger' World Heritage listing Agence France-PressePosted at Nov 29 10:47 AM The Great Barrier Reef is one of Australia's premier tourist drawcards, and putting it on the in-danger list could substantially tarnish its international allure. Read more »
Tourism chief eyes more parks in the Philippines ABS-CBN NewsPosted at Nov 26 03:50 PM DOT has already been reaching out to local government units in park development across provinces, based on an earlier department directive. Read more »
AirAsia to add Tokyo to its international destinations in 2023 ABS-CBN NewsPosted at Nov 25 04:55 PM Get ready to strut the Shibuya Crossing. Read more »
Philippines' GCash launches cross-border payments with Alipay+ Jessica Fenol, ABS-CBN NewsUpdated as of Nov 24 07:45 PM GCash now works in select stores not just in Singapore but also in Malaysia, South Korea and Japan. GCash and Alipay+'s partnership enabled the e-wallet to be used in stores that accept Alipay+ payments. Read more »
PH books over 2 million int'l arrivals: Tourism chief Vivienne Gulla, ABS-CBN NewsPosted at Nov 22 06:54 PM More than 2 million foreign tourist arrivals have been recorded in the Philippines this year, Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco said Tuesday. Read more »
PH eyes to develop all tourism destinations: DOT chief Rose Eclarinal, ABS-CBN Europe News BureauPosted at Nov 22 10:16 AM The Philippines will be prioritizing promotion and development of tourist destinations all over the country, Secretary Christina Frasco said in a global tourism event in London. Read more »
LOOK: PH bet's costume for Miss Tourism World 2022 ABS-CBN NewsPosted at Nov 21 02:29 PM Designed by Neil Patrick Jimlani, the costume dubbed "Sari" is said to be inspired by the legend of Mount Apo, the Philippines' highest peak. Read more »
Thai economy sees growth boosted by tourism revival Agence France-PressePosted at Nov 21 02:29 PM Thailand's economy enjoyed healthy expansion in the third quarter, officials said Monday, with the return of international tourists helping to offset persistently high inflation Read more »
PH bet arrives in Vietnam for Miss Tourism World 2022 ABS-CBN NewsPosted at Nov 18 12:12 PM Justine Felizarta has arrived in Vietnam to represent the country in this year's Miss Tourism World pageant. Read more »
Tourist arrivals mula Pebrero pumalo ng 2 milyon ABS-CBN NewsPosted at Nov 17 08:20 PM Lumagpas na sa 2 milyon ang turistang dumating sa bansa kahit hindi pa natatapos ang 2022. Read more »
Israel urges Pinoys to take advantage of visa-free privilege Willard Cheng, ABS-CBN NewsPosted at Nov 17 06:35 PM Israel urged Filipino tourists to take advantage of their visa-free privilege and consider Israel as their next tourist destination. Read more »
As recession looms, Airbnb CEO wants your home to make money Thomas Urbain, Agence France-PressePosted at Nov 17 10:42 AM After years of trying to expand into other sectors, the CEO of holiday home giant Airbnb, wants to get back to the basics: helping people make money. Read more »
Palawan voted 'most desirable island' in UK awards ABS-CBN NewsPosted at Nov 10 01:57 PM The tropical paradise was voted "most desirable island" by readers of Wanderlust, a UK-based travel magazine. Read more »
Justine Felizarta to compete in Miss Tourism World 2022 ABS-CBN NewsUpdated as of Nov 09 02:21 PM Justine Felizarta is set to represent the Philippines in the upcoming Miss Tourism World pageant. Read more »
Travel guide Fodor's includes Palawan in 2023 'Go List' ABS-CBN NewsPosted at Nov 08 06:18 PM A United States-based travel guide has included Palawan in its list of the best places in the world to travel in 2023. Read more »
Travel agencies, LGUs gear up to welcome revenge travellers ABS-CBN NewsPosted at Nov 04 02:02 PM Travel agencies and the local government units of popular island destinations are prepared to cater to the projected demand due to revenge travel, Philippine Travel Agencies Association Executive Vice President JR Bernal Formilleza said on Friday. Read more »
Taking in the view of Mt. Fuji Francik Robichon, EPA-EFEPosted at Nov 02 10:18 PM People walk on the Haraoka Pier and enjoy the scenery of Mount Fuji at sunset, in Minamiboso, on the east side of Tokyo Bay, Japan on Wednesday. Read more »