Cebu Tourism Drops 30% Amid Regional Competition
Cebu faces 25-30% tourism decline as Thailand, Vietnam lure visitors. CCCI urges businesses to prepare for challenging 2026 economy. Learn survival strategies.
Cebu faces 25-30% tourism decline as Thailand, Vietnam lure visitors. CCCI urges businesses to prepare for challenging 2026 economy. Learn survival strategies.
Philippine Competition Commission approves Veterans Bank's P2.7-billion acquisition of UCPB Savings Bank, ensuring no competition concerns in banking sector. Learn more about this major banking deal.
Mactan-Cebu International Airport wins Airport of the Year - Asia at TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2025. Discover how CEBConnects revolutionized passenger transfers and boosted tourism.
The 'Bohol is Gold' social media storm reveals tourism pricing realities across the Philippines. Discover why prices are rising everywhere and the political motives behind the controversy. Learn how to navigate tourist pricing wisely.
The Philippine Coast Guard suspends all commercial vessel trips from Zamboanga del Norte to Visayas due to Tropical Depression Verbena. Stay informed for travel updates.
Vietnam leads ASEAN in consumer optimism with UOB index score of 67, driven by economic stability and strong personal finances. Discover what this means for regional growth.
The DOH strongly condemns deceptive vape marketing, refuting claims they are safer than cigarettes. Health advocates demand accountability for over 100,000 annual tobacco-related deaths in the Philippines.
Philippine animation industry eyes $141M revenue by 2028, doubling workforce to 15,000. Animahenasyon 2025 festival drives global partnerships and original content creation.
Bureau of Working Conditions demands BPO companies establish emergency protocols after workers forced to work during Typhoon Tino. Learn about worker safety rights.
Discover Mactang Beach in Poro, Camotes - a free public shoreline with historical significance dating back to Magellan's 1521 visit. Perfect for budget travelers seeking untouched beauty.
Philippine animation industry projected to grow to $141M by 2028. Animahenasyon 2025 festival launches new trade component to boost global partnerships.
Senator Raffy Tulfo files a bill for a P36,000 entry-level BPO wage, automatic work suspension during calamities, and immediate regularization. Read the full story.
Philippine online sellers support E-Commerce Trustmark but urge permanent voluntary status. Learn how this affects MSMEs and consumer protection in digital economy.
NUSTAR Resort Cebu partners with Cebu Pacific to offer exclusive freebies, shuttle service & treats for travelers flying to Cebu from Oct 25-Dec 31, 2025. Book now!
Cebu Pacific launches daily A330neo flights from Manila to Bohol-Panglao, enhancing connectivity and supporting local tourism and economic growth. Discover the new travel era!
Philippine Airlines launches FurPAL, allowing small dogs on select domestic flights starting Dec 1, 2025. Learn about the requirements for pet-friendly air travel in the Philippines.
DILG Secretary Jonvic Remulla announces cases against 24 officials for abandonment of duty during typhoons Tino and Uwan. Read the full story.
Discover how the Spain Tourism Board's dinner at Enye Cebu showcased a culinary tour of Spain, highlighting it as the next travel destination for Filipinos.
Philippine tourism recovery stalls as foreign arrivals remain 25% below pre-pandemic levels. Cebu hotels face slow recovery after natural disasters. Industry calls for government action.
Explore the ancient To-ji Temple in Kyoto, a historic Buddhist site from 794 AD. Discover its pagoda, kodo, and kondo halls on a cultural journey through Japan's old capital.
Japan announces first visa fee hike in 48 years starting fiscal 2026. Current ¥3,000 fee rises to match other nations. Revenue to address overtourism. Learn more.
Philippine seafaring industry injects P1.06 trillion into economy, supports 400,000 jobs. Learn how this vital sector drives national growth and faces challenges.
DILG investigates 24 local officials for unauthorized foreign travel during Typhoons Tino and Uwan. Mayors face complaints for abandonment of posts. Details inside.
The Philippines' DOT assures tourists Cebu remains open despite recent calamities. Your visit sustains jobs and aids recovery. Explore Cebu's resilient spirit today!
Sogod Mayor Monyeen Durano-Streegan refutes viral photos of a UK trip, confirming she was present during recent calamities. DILG verifies her absence from the official travel list. Verify before you share!
Shell Pilipinas Corp reports P1.3 billion net income for Jan-Sept 2025, up 33% year-on-year. Strong cash flow and premium products drive growth. Read the full financial results.
Cebu Pacific welcomes its first A320neo aircraft to enhance capacity for the peak holiday travel season. The airline plans more deliveries to support its modernization goals.
HealthJustice Philippines exposes escalating tobacco industry tactics undermining public health policies. Learn how corporate interference threatens Filipino lives and health regulations.
Explore the captivating beauty of Witches' Gulch in Cebu, where stunning rock formations meet local folklore and supernatural tales that will leave you spellbound.
Massive flight reductions hit US airports as government shutdown cripples air traffic control operations, causing nationwide travel chaos and safety concerns.