Travel
7-month tourist arrivals up 10 percent to 3.55 million, DOT data show
Foreign arrivals in the Philippines rose 10 percent in the first seven months of the year to 3.55 million, with visitors from neighboring countries in East Asia providing the boost, data from the Department of Tourism showed.
Philippine passport remains stable based on Henley Global Passport Index
The Philippines has shown stability in the latest Henley Passport Index, reaffirming its consistent position in mobility, with particular strength in access around South East Asia.
Philippines wins Best Ports of Call 2024 at Asia Cruise Awards
The Philippines clinched the prestigious Best Ports of Call 2024 award at the 10th Asia Cruise Awards in Jeju Island, South Korea, affirming its status as a top cruise tourism destination.
Jan-June visitor arrivals rise 12% to 3.03 million, led by South Koreans
Visitor arrivals in the Philippines in the first six months of 2024 rose 12 percent year-on-year to 3.03 million, with double-digit increases in tourist numbers from North Asia providing the main boost to the country’s tourism industry.
Pinoy travelers to Japan up 20% in only three months
Cebu Pacific (CEB) reported flying nearly 110,000 passengers to Japan in only the first three months this year, exceeding the pre-pandemic level by 20 percent and nearly double the figure from the same period last year.
