Travel & Tourism

The Subic Bay Freeport Zone is plotting a major leap into the regional cruise tourism market with plans to build a dedicated cruise ship terminal worth about P10 billion, an investment that also coincides with renewed shipbuilding activity and expanding container operations in the port hub.

Airlines serving the Middle East are loosening ticket rules and waiving costly penalties as geopolitical tensions continue to disrupt flight schedules across the region.

The Philippines is making a calculated play to climb higher in the global aerospace value chain—this time by courting investments in in-flight entertainment (IFE) systems.

Cebu’s turquoise waters and sun-kissed shores are enjoying a starring role in the global streaming spotlight, thanks to the new Korean drama Boyfriend on Demand, now charming viewers worldwide on Netflix.

The Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA) is seeking fare waivers and stronger passenger assistance from Middle Eastern airlines as regional tensions disrupt flight routes and send international ticket prices sharply higher.