Travel & Tourism
US funds study to expand Manila airport
Metro Manila’s long-awaited new airport could be one step closer to reality after the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) approved funding for a feasibility study at Sangley Point in Cavite.
PH boosts India tourism ties with mega familiarization tour
The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines has completed its India Mega Familiarization Tour, aimed at promoting the Philippines as a top leisure and MICE destination for Indian travelers.
Travel agencies urge clearer BIR tax rules
A leading Philippine travel association is pressing the government to clarify tax rules for agency transactions, warning that inconsistent interpretations by Revenue District Offices (RDOs) are driving up compliance costs and sparking audit disputes.
TPB to spotlight Cordillera tourism at 17th Regional Travel Fair in Baguio
The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) will hold the 17th Regional Travel Fair (RTF) from May 15 to 17, 2026, at the Baguio Convention and Cultural Center in Baguio City.
New Air China route sparks tourism surge
The Department of Tourism (DOT) welcomed Air China’s inaugural Chongqing-Manila (CKG-MNL) flight on May 2, signaling a major boost for the Philippines’ tourism recovery.
