The Escandor family ushered in the holiday season at The Royal Mandaya Hotel's annual tree lighting ceremony on November 29, 2025. Read about the festive 'Christmas Tradition of Love' event in Davao.
Cebu City faces a tourism threat from dirty taxis and overcharging. Mayor Archival pushes for new service standards and cooperation with drivers to protect the city's image. Clean taxis mean stronger tourism.
Discover The Cliff Bar and Resort in Balud, Masbate—a unique dining destination offering stunning ocean views, great food, and a serene atmosphere. Perfect for celebrations or a peaceful getaway.
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival is uniting taxi operators to set service quality standards after a spike in complaints about overcharging and dirty cabs. The plan focuses on cooperation, not just punishment.
Cebu City Councilor Jun Alcover Jr. authors the Calesa sa Sugbo Ordinance to regulate and preserve the iconic tartanillas. New rules include permits, uniforms, and safety standards.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro allocates P2 million each for nine northern Cebu churches damaged in the Sept. 30, 2025, earthquake to aid recovery and boost tourism. Read more.
The Cebu Provincial Board approved a resolution requesting P18 million from Gov. Baricuatro to repair nine heritage churches in northern Cebu damaged by a magnitude 6.9 earthquake. Read the full story.
Explore Davao Region with the new Davao Tourist Passport. Get discounts, exclusive promos, and curated travel guides for P500. Valid for all of 2026. Discover more!
San Fernando City prepares for the 117th Giant Lantern Festival on Dec 13. Mayor Caluag emphasizes safety as thousands expected. See the 10 competing barangays and exhibition details.
bai Hotel Cebu launches 'bai for the Holidays' with special dining bundles, gift hampers, and festive feasts at CAFÉ bai from Nov 21 to Dec 31, 2025. Discover their ultimate guide to a merry Cebuano Christmas.
Samal Island sees a 66% surge in domestic tourists from Jan-Aug 2025, but unstable power supply threatens future growth and investor confidence. Learn more about the island's potential.
The 223-foot Pampanga Eye ferris wheel transformed into the 'Biggest Lantern of Hope' with 17,664 dancing lights and pyro-musical show. Witness the spectacular holiday celebration at SM City Pampanga!
Central Luzon's cultural and culinary treasures captivated thousands at Philippine Festival Tokyo 2025. Discover how Kapampangan delicacies and traditional crafts impressed Japanese visitors.
Tourism stakeholders in the BIMP-EAGA region are prioritizing cruise tourism development, capitalizing on the area's vast island networks to boost travel and connectivity.
International tourist arrivals in Asia-Pacific climbed 8% from January to September 2025, signaling strong recovery momentum while still trailing pre-COVID levels by 10%. Discover the latest global tourism trends.
Escape life's chaos at Palani Beach in Balud, Masbate. Discover its powdery white sand, crystal-clear waters, and serene atmosphere. Your guide to getting there and finding true tranquility.
Discover Siquijor's transformation in 'Magic Island' on The Atom Araullo Specials. Witness how this mystical island became PH's fastest-growing tourist destination. Airs Nov 30, 2025!
Maragusan in Davao de Oro celebrated its 48th Founding Anniversary with new tourism brand launch and cultural competitions. Congresswoman announced extra ₱50,000 prizes for all participants.
Mactan Cebu International Airport wins Airport of the Year - Asia at TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2025. Discover how CEBConnects program revolutionized passenger transfers and boosted tourism.
A family's week-long visit to Masbate reveals stunning landscapes, improved infrastructure, and active biking community. Discover why this province surprises visitors with its Bukidnon-like scenery and peaceful atmosphere.
Mactan-Cebu International Airport reduces domestic & international transfer times, boosting passenger flow & earning Airport of the Year–Asia. Discover the CEBConnects upgrades.
Cebu faces 25-30% tourism decline as Thailand, Vietnam lure visitors. CCCI urges businesses to prepare for challenging 2026 economy. Learn survival strategies.
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.
Cebu City Police Office launches a new Bike Patrol Program to enhance police visibility and rapid response in tourist areas. Learn how this initiative strengthens public safety.
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.
Seda Hotels in Cebu officially welcomed the holiday season with Christmas tree lighting ceremonies at Seda Ayala Center Cebu and Seda Central Bloc, featuring local officials and charitable initiatives.
Seda Ayala Center Cebu held its Christmas tree lighting ceremony on Nov 24, 2025, promoting peace and goodwill during challenging times. Join the festive spirit!
Davao City's 2025 Pasko Fiesta proceeds with a P44M budget and a new Filipino theme 'Paskong Dabawenyo, Paskong Pilipino'. Opening November 27. Join the celebration!
Philippines DOT is finalizing a code of conduct for online travel agencies to ensure fair pricing and transparency in airfares, alongside major airport upgrades to boost tourism.
Kingsford Hotel Manila officially launched its holiday season with the Jungle Glow Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on November 19, 2025, featuring performances and CSR initiatives.