Category : Tourism Industry


Cebu Intensifies Campaign Against Online Booking Scams

As summer travel nears, Cebu's tourism officers are launching new measures to combat a surge in online booking fraud, targeting scams that use realistic pricing to deceive tourists and threaten the local economy.

Cebu Launches Year-Round Outdoor Tourism Hub

The Department of Tourism Central Visayas launches Outdoors7 Hub, a permanent convergence space for adventure operators and local brands, shifting from a three-day summit to continuous promotion.

Northern Cebu Trade Fair Returns with New Name and Focus

The Cebu Provincial Government relaunches its trade fair, now called 'Our Cebu! Pista sa Sugbo: Kasadya sa Cuarto Distrito,' from March 13-15, 2026, at Robinsons Galleria Cebu, showcasing local delicacies, handicrafts, and cultural presentations from Nort

Microtel Pampanga Becomes First 3-Star Hotel in San Fernando

Microtel by Wyndham Pampanga has been officially rated as a 3-star hotel by the Department of Tourism, marking the first star-rated hotel in San Fernando City. The hotel, a joint venture between Laus Group and Phinma Microtel, offers 80 rooms and premium

MCIA Named Best Airport in Asia-Pacific for 2025

Mactan-Cebu International Airport secures the Best Airport in Asia-Pacific award at the 2025 ACI ASQ Awards, based on passenger surveys. The win highlights its service quality and recent flight expansions boosting tourism.

Clark Airport Wins Global Arrivals Excellence Award at 2025 ASQ

Clark International Airport (CRK) has been honored as one of the world's six best airports for arrivals at the 2025 Airport Service Quality Awards, highlighting its commitment to passenger satisfaction and Filipino hospitality amid growing global air traf

MCIA Named Best Airport in Asia-Pacific Again

Mactan-Cebu International Airport has secured the Best Airport in Asia-Pacific award for the 5–15 million passenger category at the 2025 ACI ASQ Customer Experience Awards, based on over 700,000 passenger surveys.

Anders Hallden's Vision for Jpark Island Resort in Cebu

Anders Hallden, the new General Manager of Jpark Island Resort and Waterpark, shares his leadership vision and plans for enhancing guest experiences and adapting to Cebu's evolving tourism landscape in an exclusive live interview.

Cebu City Safety Rules for Outdoor Tourism After Accident

Cebu City is considering new safety regulations for outdoor tourism sites, including mandatory registration and hazard signs, following a hiker's death at Budlaan Falls. The ordinance aims to balance tourism expansion with visitor safety and environmental

Lapu-Lapu Gallery Reopens After P1M DOT Modernization

The Lapu-Lapu Gallery in Cebu reopens in March following a P1 million upgrade by the Department of Tourism, featuring enhanced displays of local heritage and art, with visitor numbers growing steadily before renovations.

China's Tourism Boom to Boost Asia-Pacific Economies

China's outbound tourism is experiencing a significant surge, driven by an extended Spring Festival holiday and rising demand for cross-border travel. The Asia-Pacific region, particularly Southeast Asia, is poised to benefit immensely from this wave of C

Cebu Launches 'Toilet Stops' for Tourists Across Island

Cebu's Provincial Tourism Office has identified the first 10 'toilet stops' across the island to provide clean and reliable restrooms for travelers, with repairs targeted for completion by March 2026 ahead of peak summer travel and ASEAN meetings.

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