Eat, work and play: 4 new travel experiences in Boracay to try
Inspired to show off the new face of the island to tourists, the Department of Tourism is launching new travel experiences in Boracay once tourism restarts.
5 Boracay experiences other than exploring the beaches
Here are seven Boracay experiences if you are so over with its beaches (no water activities included)
Boracay, Philippines reopens: Here’s what you need to know
With a heartwarming video, the crown jewel of the Philippines and flagship of sustainable tourism in the country welcomes back tourists wanting to get away.
Back to Boracay: Your “new normal” travel guide
DOT ensures that the health and safety measures are followed so we can all go back to Boracay.
The hope is alive: Rare sea turtle lays over a hundred eggs in a Boracay resort
The efforts of rehabilitating Boracay to its former beauty apparently did not go to vain as a rare Olive Ridley sea turtle was found laying eggs on the beachfront of Mövenpick Resort &…
Environment-friendly culture: Discovery Shores Boracay embraces sustainability
“We can close Boracay every year, but if the people will not change, it will be all for naught.” Those are the inspiring words of Joegil Magtanggol Escobar, interim manager of Discovery…
Metamorphosis: Boracay sheds party island image to be a sustainable tourist destination
Boracay was once notoriously known as a party island with events like LaBoracay at the White Beach. Now that parties are no longer allowed on the beach and are now confined in bars and…
Luxury travel in Boracay for USD 200? Here’s how I did it
On a shoestring budget, I was able to go on a luxury trip to the island. Before I move on, allow me to stress that people have different perceptions of luxury travel. Most of us deemed…
“Worse than Boracay”: Philippine government calls for Manila Bay rehab
The Philippine government has rallied all stakeholders to work together and be part of history — to rehabilitate the heavily polluted Manila Bay.
‘Boracay rehab model’ to be replicated in other PH tourist islands
The Philippines’ Department of Environment and Natural Resources has announced to replicate the Boracay rehabilitation model in other tourist hot spots.
Lessons from Boracay: The Philippines’ quest for sustainable tourism
Boracay, the Philippines’ crown jewel, was closed to tourists for six months to undergo rehabilitation after the president himself, Rodrigo Roa Duterte, called the island a “cesspool”…
“We do ordinary things in extraordinary ways” – Mövenpick Boracay
Mövenpick Boracay Resort & Spa is one of the 157 compliant hotels that reopened its doors to tourists and here’s what I think about it.
Boracay reopens: All you need to know before you get there
Boracay is far from perfect, but dust and roadworks should not stop you from seeing this island in a new light.
Thailand’s Maya Beach reopening delayed; PH’s Boracay to welcome tourists this month
Travellers hoping to see the famous Maya Bay in Thailand will have to wait longer as the paradise needs more time to heal.
Off embargo: Cebu Pacific announces Boracay schedule for October
Following the news of a six month “full tourism closure” to Boracay in the Philippines, as of the 26 April of this year, Cebu Pacific has announced it will resume flight to and from Caticlan…
Duterte confirms 6-month Boracay shutdown starting 26 April
After two months of media hype, the President of the Philippines has finally put a stamp on the much-awaited Boracay decision. According to his official spokesman Atty. Harry Roque, the…
An opportunity in the crisis: Urban planner reveals master plan for a greener Boracay
The Philippine government taps urban planner Jun Palafox and his team to help plan the design of Boracay and it’s just about time.
The real status of Boracay – straight from the office of the president
After the president’s stern warning, there have been a lot of questions raised on whether to keep Boracay open to tourists - here's the official status.
Mas mahigpit na batas, ipatutupad sa Boracay
Sa gitna ng mga ulat ng polusyon sa dagat at pagbaha sa mga kalsada, tinitiyak ng mga awtoridad ng Pilipinas ang pagpapanumbalik sa Isla ng Boracay.
Hotel 101 Resort-Boracay to go big and green in the Philippines
DoubleDragon Properties Corp. recently announced the building of the biggest 'green' hotel in the Philippines – Hotel 101 Resort-Boracay.
The reinvention of The MUSE Hotel Boracay
Reinvented with luxe amenities and mid-century-modern design elements, The MUSE Hotel Boracay is an 'infinite make', built to inspire the avid world traveller by delivering a unique guest…
Happy Birthday to Lind Boracay
The Lind Boracay marked its birthday this weekend, celebrating their official opening, almost two years to the day, since it first opened its doors to the public in October 2015,
Savoy Hotel flourishes on Boracay
After opening in April 2017, the 4-star Savoy Hotel Boracay Newcoast hotel, has already made a name for itself within its location at the centre of the Boracay Newcoast, an integrated…
Boracay gets new low-cost night flights
The Philippine resort island of Boracay will soon be accessible via new evening flights operated by low-cost carrier Cebu Pacific.
Commencing on 1 July 2017, the airline will mount…
Mövenpick to manage beach resort in Boracay
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has signed a deal to manage a beach resort on the Philippine island of Boracay.
The company has taken over the running of the Sol Marina Resort, which…
Plateno Hotels to arrive in Boracay
Plateno Hotels Group has unveiled plans to launch a new luxury resort in the Philippines.
The Portofino Ocean’s Edge Resort will launch on June 2016, located on Isla de Carabao, the…
SilkAir flies to Boracay
SilkAir has launched flights to Kalibo, the gateway to the Philippine resort island of Boracay.
The inaugural service departed Singapore Changi Airport on Tuesday morning, and flights…
SEAir connects Singapore with Boracay
Southeast Asian Airlines (SEAir) has announced plans to launch a new direct flight connecting Singapore with the Philippine resort island of Boracay.
From 18 July 2013, the…
Cebu Pacific suspends all Boracay flights
Cebu Pacific (CEB) has suspended all flights to and from Caticlan (Boracay) until further notice, following changes to airport operating conditions declared by the Civil Aviation…
Shangri-La opens in Boracay
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts has opened a new resort in Boracay, the Philippines. Shangri-La's Boracay Resort and Spa offers 219 rooms, including 36 villas and suites. Located in…
Best Western to open in Boracay
Best Western International (BWI) has announced plans to open a hotel in the Philippines' resort of Boracay. The 50-room Best Western Boracay Tropics, located at Boat Station 2,…
Cebu, Boracay see booming holiday traffic
There might be a looming economic crisis but it was business as usual for tourism-related businesses and the retail industry in the Philippines as people spent the holidays shopping and…
Shangri-La to arrive in Boracay
Shangri-La's Boracay Resort & Spa is set to open in the first quarter of 2009, promising to bring new dimensions in luxury to the Philippines' prize tropical destination. Located in…
CEB to double Boracay flights
Cebu Pacific (CEB) will double its capacity for its Manila-Boracay service by adding four extra daily flights from 10 December. The airline will use its ATR 72-500 aircraft for the…
Boracay to regain its luster
The move comes urgently to control the balloon of newresorts being built, as many had also defied national and local law in terms ofconstruction and commerce that had adverse effects on the…
Friday’s Resort @ Boracay!
Guests can expect to be served by courteous and highly attentive staff who have been part of the 'Friday's' family for the longest time whilst enjoying their tropical, exotic and native…
Demand for the Philippines is high at 2022 World Travel Market
The Philippine delegation for the 2022 World Travel Market, led by Tourism Secretary Ma. Christina Garcia Frasco, was welcomed with high demand from international buyers with 211…
LUX* Grand Baie, Mauritius appoints Daniele Vastolo as new general manager
The Lux Collective has announced the appointment of Daniele Vastolo as the General Manager of LUX* Grand Baie, Mauritius. Opened in December 2021, this modern design-inspired luxury…
Philippines tourism market to reach USD10.8 Bn in 2022: FMI
A market analysis by Future Market Insights (FMI) states that the global Philippines tourism market is poised to reach a valuation of USD 10.8 Bn in 2022.
Top destinations for more sustainable travel in 2022
From trend-setting cities to stunning natural parks and destinations making a concerted effort to manage their travel volumes more consciously, there is plenty of inspiration for the 94% of…
5 hard-to-miss sites for a sustainable holiday in Palawan
A sustainable holiday in Palawan is the best way to enjoy this majestic province in the Philippines.
Mabuhay! The Philippines reopens to fully vaccinated international travellers
Starting today, 10 February, the Philippines has reopened its borders to fully vaccinated travellers from visa-free countries.
Most popular destinations to celebrate the Year of the Tiger
Big cities and tourist favourites are back in favour for travel this Lunar New Year as travellers head to tourist hotspots to ring in the year of the Tiger, according to booking data from…
The Philippines to allow fully-vaxxed tourists from visa-free countries starting February 10
The Philippines will start to accept fully-vaccinated foreign leisure travelers from visa-free countries beginning February 10.
Are you ready for some Triple C island adventure in the Philippines?
Hailed as the “Gems of the Pacific,” Triple C island adventure represents the exciting activities in the provinces of Camarines Sur, Camarines Norte and Catanduanes Island of the Bicol…
Where are travellers staying on New Year Eve
Agoda data shows that travellers across Asia are showing their ongoing desire to get out, to getaway and to escape the constrictions and controls of Covid impacted regions, venturing into…
UK’s weekend hospitality sales plummet by 40% amid fears of another lockdown
Over half (54%) of venues were down more than 40% in revenue last weekend, with one in five businesses reporting a crushing sales drop of more than 60%
15 eco-adventure sites in Central Luzon of the Philippines
While the Philippines is known for the pristine beaches of Boracay and rock formations in Siargao and Palawan, eco-adventure sites in Central Luzon are becoming increasingly popular among…
More fun awaits in the Philippines: PH preps for international tourism
As the world waits for international travel borders to reopen, the Philippines is preparing a warm welcome for tourists.
Trip.com’s ‘Vaccinated Discount Campaign’ supports vaccination drive in the Philippines
Trip.com has announced the launch of a new campaign to introduce exclusive discounts and benefits for fully vaccinated travellers in the Philippines.
Siargao, Philippines named as one of World’s 100 Greatest Places of 2021
Siargao has earned its spot on Time magazine’s list of ‘The World's 100 Greatest Places of 2021’ not only because of its consistent waves but also because of its ongoing development to…
Workcation is the new bleisure travel
Taking a page out of the digital nomad’s diary, the working staycation or “workcation” was born.
Day trip to Batangas: 5 things to do
If you only have a few days to spend in the Philippines, don’t think that Manila is the only place you can explore. A day trip to Batangas is very hard to pass.
Global vaccine rollout improves 2021’s travel outlook, says Agoda CEO John Brown
Confidence in the vaccine rollouts, discussions around COVID-19 passports, and alternative state quarantine announcements have triggered an increase in international travel searches for…
Top 5 Lunar Year destinations in the Philippines
Filipinos, like those from the rest of the region, will be exploring domestic destinations to ring in the year of the Ox.
Cebu Pacific receives 7-star COVID safety rating
Philippine low-cost airline Cebu Pacific has received the highest 7-star COVID safety rating from AirlineRatings as it remains committed to providing you with safe and affordable flights…
APAC travellers look at new domestic destinations to celebrate year of the Ox
Traditionally one of the biggest annual travel periods for Asia Pacific travellers, this Lunar New Year Agoda reveals changing travel patterns emerging post-COVID
Debunking 5 myths about travelling to Zamboanga
With 7,641 islands in the Philippines, travelling to Zamboanga are often overshadowed by the more popular choices like Boracay, Palawan and Cebu.
Philippines’ tourism closed until year-end
If you are planning to travel to the Philippines for the holidays, unfortunately, it is still not possible.
The Philippines working on travel bubble arrangements with Asian countries
The Philippines is reportedly setting up travel bubble arrangements with several Asian countries as more nations reopen their borders for tourism.
El Nido, Palawan to reopen on October 30 with test-before-travel policy
The world-renowned El Nido, Palawan in the Philippines will ease travel restrictions starting October 30 and will allow tourists to enter the island with test-before-travel policy.
10 Philippine destinations for post lockdown travel
After months of staying in lockdown, people are itching to get out and experience the different Philippine destinations for post lockdown travel.
One flight at a time: Cebu Pacific resumes 20 domestic routes
Cebu Pacific resumes domestic flights after more than two months of cargo and sweeper flights.
Chinese overseas travel sentiment grows as first-mover
According to the China Philippines Travel Sentiment Survey, conducted in the first week of May by hospitality consulting group C9 Hotelworks and Delivering Asia Communications, the key…
10 most Instagrammed ecotourism destinations
This year marks the 50th year of Earth Day celebrations that shows our relentless effort to make changes in saving the environment.
Tourism chief assures travellers saying “it’s safe to come to the Philippines”
Philippines’ tourism secretary Bernadette Romulo –Puyat wants to assure international tourists that “it’s safe to come to the Philippines”.
Juan Effect: Cebu Pacific extends sustainable tourism campaign to Bohol
Cebu Pacific (CEB), the Philippines’ largest carrier—and one of the largest in the region— has extended its ‘Juan Effect’ sustainable tourism programme. After roll-outs in Siargao and in…
Philippines’ tourism department, Grab ink deal to promote sustainable tourism
Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) and Grab signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that will promote sustainable tourism.
El Nido, Palawan closure could be next in PH’s list
The island paradise in El Nido, Palawan could be the next hot tourism destination in the Philippines to be closed after Boracay.
Explora.ph: “The Philippines is more than its greatest hits”
Tech startup Explora.ph has launched its mobile app, bringing together more than 1,500 curated attractions in the Philippines.
10 El Nido hotels shut down, rehabilitation an ongoing battle
El Nido, Palawan in the Philippines is more than idyllic landscapes and breathtaking seascapes. The town takes pride for its crystal clear waters, beautiful scenery, immensely diverse…
Scientists are glueing corals on Maya Bay, literally
Scientists have come up with a way to restore marine life in the famous Maya Bay in Thailand – superglue.
5 countries with the biggest increase in popularity
Exotic destinations are rising in popularity as travellers are shunning traditional holiday destinations.
PH aims to find a ‘sweet spot’ for its cruise tourism
The Philippines is proving to be an up and coming tourist destination for cruise ships but it aims to find the balance between revenue and headcount.
Southeast Asia fights back! How countries battle pollution and overtourism
Bali, Phuket, Halong Bay, and Boracay used to be paradises on earth but now feature throng of crowds, heavy traffic, and shores defiled with trash.
How to combat overtourism
With excessive tourism and, even more so, unsustainable tourism on the rise, the need for forming a World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage (WTACH) was inevitable.
Tourism: Key to the rise of new-age Asian tigers
Cracking the inbound tourism growth to determine the new age Asian tigers.
Where pawns become queens: 5 underrated Asian markets
Asia and the Pacific is a massive market and a fertile ground for travel start-ups.
PAL strengthens London-Manila connection with Manchester event
Philippine Airlines (PAL) and the Philippine Department of Tourism London (PDOT) have hosted over 80 travel agents from the leisure and corporate sectors in Manchester.
Flexibility required for spontaneity of modern society, says Agoda CEO
The travel industry needs to show more flexibility as technology changes the way people are travelling, John Brown, Agoda’s CEO, told the Bloomberg ASEAN Business Summit in Bangkok on 12…
Stricter laws with stiff penalties on Thailand’s troubled islands
Thailand’s Department of Marine and Coastal Resources imposed a new law, aimed at curbing environmental damage on the Thai islands of Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao.
Philippine start-up enables travellers to explore 7,641 islands like a local
Despite having more than 7,600 tropical islands, 300 volcanoes, 400 languages and thousands of colourful festivals, the Philippines is still yet to maximise all its of its many advantages…
Ctrip tracks record-breaking growth in Chinese outbound tourism
Chinese tourists and their money have continued to go places in 2017, according to Ctrip and the China Tourism Academy (CTA). The leading OTA of the People's Republic of China and the…
Mövenpick’s Mark Willis on how to harness the power of millennials
With the news that Mövenpick will open 11 hotels and resorts across nine countries during 2018 landing last week, I headed down to the ambitious brand's Bangkok office to meet Mark Willis,…
Leading villa vacation destinations for 2018 revealed
Who doesn’t fancy a perfect, personalised getaway full of sun & fun? Turn this fantasy into reality thanks to insights gathered by Villas of Distinction, a full-service booking…
The battle for online travel in the Philippines: A review of Tripmoba versus Murang Lipad
Here at Travel Daily, we like to give readers a fair look into trends in the travel and tourism sector. While this might not be a steady review series, we hope this and any similar posts in…
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts Quezon City site 2021 schedule revealed
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has signed a new property in Manila, expanding its portfolio in the Philippines to three properties strong and marking another milestone in the company’s Asian…
5 amazing getaway spots in the Philippines
We’ve listed down five amazing vacation spots in the Philippines with the most eclectic themes. Our list includes a Greek-inspired resort, a Filipino heritage site, a museum hotel, an…
Philippine Airlines enters 2018 with ‘Great Winter Seat Sale’
Philippine Airlines (PAL) offers value for money on return flights to Asian and Australasian destinations with its 'Great Winter Seat Sale.' All daily flights on the airline’s new Boeing…
China’s ‘Coconut City’ now open to Southeast Asian tourists
The Haikou Tourism Development Commission of China recently bared plans to welcome Vietnamese and Philippine visitors.
The Hainan province-based agency announced that it was collaborating…
Genting doubles fleet size for Millennials
Genting Cruise Lines commemorated the official handover of World Dream, the newly constructed second new build for Dream Cruises, on 26 October 2017 during a special event in Bremerhaven,…
G Adventures rebrands youth travel style
G Adventures has rebranded its ‘Yolo’ programme of tours for younger travellers to ‘18-to-Thirtysomethings’.
The refresh is being made to make it clear to customers that these trips are…
Dream Hotel Group unveil first hotel in the Philippines
The 220-key Dream Hotel, found on the white sand beaches of Borocay – recently rated third best island destination in the world by Condé Nast Traveler magazine – is a major signing for the…
Two ASEAN cities get first international flights
A new flight will launch later this year, providing the first international air link for two Southeast Asia cities.
On 28 October 2017, Cebgo will commence services across the Sulu…
Filipino-Korean airline to launch second route
A new Korean-backed passenger airline in the Philippines is planning to launch its second international route this month.
Pan Pacific Airlines, which is based at Kalibo International…
Japan Cruise Lines commits to the Philippines
Japan Cruise Lines (JCL) has given a boost to the Philippines by agreement to include the country as a regular port-of-call in 2018.
On the sidelines of the 2017 Philippine Business…
Asian air route updates: new flights from Hainan Airlines, AirAsia India, Cebgo and more…
Top Asian beach resorts get first direct link
Where? Sanya (China) to U-Tapao (Thailand)
When? Three times a week, effective immediately
Who? Hainan Airlines
Why? Providing the first…
Cunard Announces Voyages for 2019
Luxury cruise brand, Cunard, has today unveiled its January to May 2019 programme called the 'Oceans of Discovery' which will include a voyage to Alaska. This will be the first time that the…
Cunard unveils its 2019 winter programme
Cunard, has unveiled its January to May 2019 programme called the ‘Oceans of Discovery’ which will include a voyage to Alaska.
This will be the first time that the current fleet will…
‘Philippines Mega-fam’ trip for UK agents
This month Philippine Airlines and the Philippine Department of Tourism London are to host a ‘Philippines Mega-fam’ for agents to key destinations throughout the archipelago.
The week-long…
Asian air route updates: Lion Air, Air India Express, and more…
Lion Air adds more services to KL
Where? Surabaya (Indonesia) to Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia)
When? Three times a week, effective 16 February 2017
Who? Lion Air
Why? Expanding trade between…
Philippine Airlines expands operations at Clark
Philippine Airlines is ramping up its operations at Clark International Airport, north of Manila.
The national carrier is aiming to ease pressure at Manila's Ninoy Aquino…
New seaplane services take travellers straight to Philippine islands
A series of new seaplane services will allow tourists to travel straight from Manila to some of the Philippines' top beach resorts.
Local aviation company Air Juan will use its nine-seat…
Philippine Airlines adds second Singapore route
Philippine Airlines will launch two new routes from Cebu this month, including a direct connection to Singapore.
The national carrier has confirmed that its non-stop Cebu-Singapore…
Face to face: Philippines Tourism Minister Wanda Corazon T. Teo
How important is the UK market to the Philippines?
We are serious in courting the British travel trade and business networks to bring more arrivals and related investments to the…
Mövenpick on track to triple Asian portfolio
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts is undertaking a major expansion in Asia, with plans to more than triple its regional portfolio from nine to 30 properties by 2020.
Speaking to Travel Daily…
Mövenpick seals new hotel trio in Thailand
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts' Asian expansion plans have been given a significant lift, with the signing of a major contract for three properties in Thailand.
The deal with real estate…
Philippines turns to India for tourism boost
The Philippines' Department of Tourism (DOT) headed to India this month to undertake a four-city tourism roadshow.
A delegation from the Southeast Asia country, which included hotels and…
Cebu Pacific ramps up international expansion
Cebu Pacific is gearing up for an expansion of its international operations, with the placement of an order for two more long-haul aircraft and the announcement of a new service to Seoul.…
Palawan named ‘World’s Best Island’ for the second time
Palawan in The Philippines has been named as the ‘Best Island in the World’ by international magazine Travel & Leisure.
The island first received the top destination rank in 2013 and…
The latest industry appointments
FOO CHAI WOO has been appointed chief executive of SilkAir. He will take over at the Singaporean airline on 18 May, replacing Leslie Thng who returns to SIA. Foo has spent 21 years with…
Best Western adds new destination in the Philippines
Best Western has unveiled plans to open its first hotel in Puerto Princesa, on the Philippine island of Palawan.
Scheduled to debut in June 2016, Best Western Plus Ivy Wall is a…
Cruise tourism in the spotlight for Philippines
The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) completed its first Cruise Tourism Development Strategy under assistance of United States Agency for International Development (USAID).
Ted…
The Philippines focuses on halal tourism
The Philippines is taking steps to position itself as a destination for halal tourism.
The Philippine Department of Tourism (PDOT) has unveiled a series of initiatives to attract…
Shangri-La to launch new hotel in Manila
Shangri-La has unveiled plans to expand in the Philippines with the opening of its fourth hotel in Manila.
Scheduled to welcome its first guests on 1 March 2016, Shangri-La at the…
The latest industry appointments
PHILIPPE ZUBER has become the new president & chief operating officer of One&Only Resorts. He joins the luxury resort company with more than 20 years' experience, including a…
Mövenpick steps up Southeast Asian growth strategy
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has continued its rapid recent expansion in Southeast Asia with the signing of new properties in Malaysia and Vietnam.
Following the recent announcement of…
Best Western expands in the Philippines
Best Western has expanded its portfolio in the Philippines with the launch of a new midscale hotel in Subic Bay.
Set on the west coast of Luzon Island, approximately 100km north of…
Legend of the Seas returns to Singapore
Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas cruise liner has returned to Southeast Asia for the autumn 2015 season, where it will be homeported in Singapore.
The ship, which previously…
Mövenpick酒店来到长滩岛
Mövenpick酒店度假村新签订了一份管理协议，将在菲律宾长滩岛管理一座海滩酒店。
Mövenpick将接手管理位于Punta Bunga海滩的Sol Marina度假村，并很快将把这处地产重命名为Mövenpick长滩岛度假村。
酒店有三栋建筑，围绕在泻湖泳池周围，度假村提供333间客房、套间及别墅，包括家庭客房和拥有私人泳池的别墅。…
The latest industry appointments
PHILIPPE CASSIS has been named as Belmond's new executive vice president & chief operating officer. He arrives at the company from Sun Resorts, where he served as CEO. Prior to this,…
Silversea launches World Cruise 2017 packages
Silversea Cruises is now taking reservations for its World Cruise 2017, an exclusive 116-day ocean voyage from San Francisco to Monte Carlo on board Silver Whisper.
The mammoth…
Hayes and Jarvis debuts 2016 brochure
Long-haul travel specialist Hayes and Jarvis has launched its 2016 worldwide brochure.
The brochure features travel options for the period from September 2015 to March 2017, with a…
宿务航空马尼拉机场航站楼变更
今年8月15日起，菲律宾宿务太平洋航空使用的涡螺旋桨飞机和ATR飞机，将从尼格诺·阿基诺机场（NAIA）4号航站楼出发。如马尼拉至卡迪克兰、布桑加、Laoag and Naga的航班。
同日，所有Cebgo旗下的航班都将从NAIA机场3号航站楼出发。Cebgo旗下的飞机都使用着空客A320机型。…
Expanding Cebu Pacific to hire 100 new cabin crew
Cebu Pacific Air is planning to hire 100 new flight attendants to staff its expanding fleet of aircraft.
To fill the vacancies, the low-cost carrier will host recruitment events in…
Cebu Pacific adds new Tokyo route
Cebu Pacific has launched a new service linking Tokyo with the Philippine city of Cebu.
Flights commenced on 26 March 2015 and will now operate four times a week, every Tuesday,…
China can deliver 83m cruise passengers – HKTB
The Greater China region has the potential to deliver 83 million cruise passengers per year, according to new research from the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB).
Presented on the…
The Philippines targets young travellers with STA
STA Travel has signed a new agreement that will see it promote the Philippines as a destination for young travellers.
The marketing deal, which was signed with the Philippines…
Best Western to launch new hotel in Angeles City
Best Western has signed a new management agreement to expand its portfolio in the Philippines.
The hotel group has penned a contract with Hilcres Consolidated Corporation to operate…
Filipino TOs look to boost two-way tourism exchange
The Philippines Embassy in Muscat has announced that representatives of two Filipino travel and tour companies are looking to promote two-way tourism exchange.
CCT 168 Travel &…
Crystal steps into 2017
Crystal Cruises has unveiled its itineraries up to early 2017 to cater for advanced bookers.
The announcement is the earliest the line has made for forward cruises, with fares now…
Philippines arrivals grow despite disaster
The Philippines saw a strong rise in tourist arrivals in 2013, despite the typhoon that devastated swathes of the country in November.
According to data from the country’s Department of…
SilkAir gets connected in 2014
SilkAir is planning a series of new passenger offerings in 2014, including in-flight entertainment (IFE) and connections to more Southeast Asian destinations.
The Singapore-based…
‘Tourism will help rebuild Philippines’
Philippine’s Department of Tourism (DOT) has said tourism will play a “significant role” in rebuilding the country after the devastation of Typhoon Haiyan.
Tourism already accounts…
Philippines suspends Zest Air on safety grounds
Philippine low-cost carrier Zest Air has been suspended by the country’s aviation authorities over safety concerns.
Hundreds of passengers were reported to have been left stranded on…
Cebu Pacific boosts domestic network
Cebu Pacific Air (CEB) has expanded its domestic network, following the recent delivery of new aircraft.
In July 2013 the Philippine low-cost carrier added two new Airbus A320…
Star Cruises to homeport in Xiamen
Star Cruises has unveiled plans to homeport one of its ships in the Chinese city of Xiamen.
From 9 October 2013, SuperStar Gemini will become the first Star vessel to be based in the…
Star Cruises to base ship in Kota Kinabalu
Star Cruises has announced that it will become the first cruise line to homeport one of its ships in the Malaysian city of Kota Kinabalu.
The 2,156-passenger SuperStar Aquarius cruise…
Myanmar grounds MA-60 aircraft after crashes
Aviation authorities in Myanmar have grounded the country's fleet of Chinese-made MA-60 turboprop aircraft following a series of recent accidents.
An MA-60 operated by Myanma Airways…
Philippines targets 10 million tourists
The Philippines is planning to attract 10 million international visitors per year by 2016, according to the country’s tourism ministry.
Announcing its ambitious target this month, the…
Face-to-Face: Benita C. Bengzon, Philippine Tourism
Today Travel Daily goes Face-to-Face with Benito C Bengzon Jr, Assistant Secretary at Philippine Tourism...
Q) What response have you seen the ‘More Fun in the Philippines’…
Tiger Airways seals SEAir stake
Tiger Airways has completed a deal to acquire a 40% stake in Southeast Asian Airlines (SEAir).
The parties had agreed a purchase price of US$7 million, but this has been reduced…
AirAsia Philippines to launch HK, Macau flights
AirAsia Philippines will follow up the recent launch of its international flights with the start of services to Hong Kong and Macau.
Earlier this month, the new low-cost carrier launched…
Best Western to launch in Angeles
Best Western has announced plans to launch its first hotel in the Philippine city of Angeles.
An upscale 78-room Best Western Premier hotel, Casa Verde, is expected to open its doors in the…
AirAsia launches Philippine subsidiary
AirAsia’s new Philippines-based subsidiary took to the skies for the first time today. On Wednesday 28 March 2012, Philippines Air Asia commenced its maiden flights from its home base at…
Cebu Pacific targets China growth
Cebu Pacific (CEB) is planning to expand its services to China. The Philippine low-cost carrier reported 30% growth in mainland Chinese passengers in the third quarter of 2011, and to meet…
Cebu Pacific expands fleet
Cebu Pacific Air (CEB) has taken delivery of two brand new Airbus A320 aircraft in the past two weeks, and expects to receive two more in late October and December 2011. The Philippine…
Alliance Global to expand hotel interests
Alliance Global has revealed plans to build 16 new hotels in the Manila Metro (pictured) area and elsewhere in the Philippines. A spokesman for the group told Malaya Business Insight that…
AirAsia Philippines receives first aircraft
AirAsia's new Philippines-based low-cost carrier received its first aircraft yesterday. The brand new Airbus A320 jet arrived at the airline's new home base at Clark's Diosdado Macapagal…
Cebu launches ZERO sale
The Philippines' national flag carrier, Cebu Pacific has launched its trademark ZERO fare seat sale to all its 33 domestic and 16 international destinations. Tickets available for sale must…
Appointments w/e 05 May 2011
STEFFEN HARBARTH has been named as Lufthansa's new Vice President for Asia Pacific, based in Singapore. Harbarth began his career at Lufthansa in 1996 and most recently held the position of…
Asia overlooked in ‘best beaches’ poll
Destinations in Asia Pacific have been largely overlooked in a TripAdvisor poll of the world's best beaches. Of the top 10 best beaches, as voted for by TripAdvisor users, only one Asian…
Kiwi Collection adds two Asian hotels in December
The Kiwi Collection, a group of independently reviewed luxury hotels, added two new member properties in the Asia Pacific region last month. Starwood's recently-opened St Regis Osaka offers…
Brisbane joins the PAL network
Philippine Airlines has made its debut in Brisbane, introducing twice-weekly services to Manila as part of a major expansion in the Australian market.The Queensland capital becomes…
PAL increases flights for Chinese New Year
Philippine Airlines (PAL) will increase flights over Chinese New Year, Xinhua has reported. The airlines will add special services to Kalibo, the gateway to the resort island of…
CEB announces US$19 seat sale
Gokongwei-owned Cebu Pacific (CEB) announces a 'Go Lite' seat sale for only USD 19 to any destination in the Philippines from October 9-12, 2009, for travel from November 1 to…
Plane skids off runway at Manila
A plane carrying 32 people from the Philippines resort island of Boracay skidded off the runway after landing at Manila, ChannelNewsAsia has reported. The SEAir jet eventually got stuck…
Staff Appointments w/e 25 June 09
PHILIP RILEY has been appointed Regional General Manager - Vietnam for the InterContinental Asiana Saigon. A 20-year industry veteran, Riley previously served as IHG's Regional…
Amadeus and SEAIR increase travel choices in Asia to include exotic Philippine destination
The deal will see Amadeus GDS distribute the content of all 13 of theairline's domestic destinations, giving SEAIR the opportunity to sell itsflights to more than 1,500 travel…
CEB flight makes emergency landing
A Cebu Pacific passenger aircraft bound for the popular holiday resort, Boracay, has been forced to make an emergency landing at Manila, Xinhua has reported.
The ATR72-500 plane carrying 53…
Quantum to double Philippine portfolio
Manila-based Quantum Hotels and Resorts has announced plans to double its portfolio of hotels, resorts and residences across the Philippines over the next two years. Quantum recently…
Cebu Pacific moves to T3
Cebu Pacific (CEB) is to move some domestic operations to the new Terminal 3 at Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport,the Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation has reported. CEB will…
Korea flock to the Philippines
Combined, Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia have annually welcomed a few hundred-thousand of Koreans over the past few years. But the big winner seems to be the Philippines. In…
