Category : Tourism Industry


LTFRB Acts on Taxi Overcharging Involving K-pop Star Soobin

The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board has issued a show cause order against a taxi operator accused of overcharging and attempting to scam K-pop singer Soobin during his Cebu visit. The viral video prompted immediate regulatory action.

Davao Terminal Sees Holy Week Travel Surge Amid Fuel Costs

Passenger traffic at Davao City Overland Transport Terminal surged during Holy Week 2026, with northbound travel dominating. Despite fuel price increases, operations remain stable under strict dispatch policies, while fare hikes are on hold.

BI on Full Alert for Holy Week Travel Rush, Warns of Scams

The Bureau of Immigration has placed all personnel on full force as Holy Week travel peaks, expecting up to 45,000 daily international departures. Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado urges travelers to arrive three hours early and warns against fraudulent eTr

Xiamen Airlines Water Cannon Salute in Cebu Boosts Tourism

Xiamen Airlines was welcomed with a ceremonial water cannon salute at Mactan-Cebu International Airport, marking the resumption of direct flights from Quanzhou, China. This move aims to enhance tourism and business opportunities under China's visa-free po

Central Luzon Tourism Adjusts to Energy Emergency

Tourism officials in Central Luzon are revising programs in response to the national energy emergency declared by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., focusing on a Tourism Resiliency Program to sustain growth.

DCOTT Opens New Davao-Luzon Bus Route with Ceres Transport

The Davao City Overland Transport Terminal is launching a new long-haul bus service connecting Davao City to Cubao, Quezon City, operated by Ceres Transport. The route will run twice weekly through key provinces, enhancing regional connectivity and passen

Sports Tourism Boosts Philippine Economy and Tourism

Philippine Sports Commission chairman Patrick Gregorio highlights sports tourism as a resilient and immediate economic driver, boosting arrivals and benefiting small businesses, with Cebu positioned as a key hub.

Airfare Hike: Flights to Cost More from April 1-15

Airfares are set to rise from April 1 to 15, 2026, as the Civil Aeronautics Board increases fuel surcharges to Level 8, impacting both domestic and international flights due to global oil price volatility.

Central Visayas Bids for Major Global Events in 2027-2028

Tourism stakeholders in Central Visayas are aggressively pursuing major regional and global events for 2027 and 2028 to boost the region's standing in the competitive Mice market, leveraging recent successes and enhanced infrastructure.

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