Travel & Tourism
Metro Manila cruise terminal plan gains momentum
The Philippine government and private sector are accelerating a joint push to position the country as a serious cruise tourism player, with plans for a dedicated cruise terminal in Metro Manila taking center stage.
Alliance Global opens Mactan Expo at record pace
Property developer Alliance Global Group, Inc. has reinforced its commitment to nation-building with the record-time completion of the Mactan Expo, a major events facility expected to boost the Philippines’ capacity to host global conventions and exhibitions.
InterContinental’s Manila comeback boosts luxury tourism
The return of the iconic InterContinental Hotels & Resorts to the Philippine capital is poised to sharpen Manila’s appeal in the fast-growing luxury travel market.
Gov’t orders cut in airport fees to help lower air travel costs
Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez has directed the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) to reduce Passenger Service Charges (PSC) and airport navigation fees in airports operated by the agency.
Fuel price spike clouds Cebu Pacific growth
Cebu Pacific, the budget carrier unit of the Gokongwei Group, is bracing for potential turbulence from rising global fuel prices, even as the Philippines’ largest budget airline continues to post steady passenger growth early this year.
