Travel & Tourism

Nearly half of the investment leads secured during President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s  state visit to Japan last week are linked to tourism, underscoring the sector’s growing role as a catalyst for infrastructure, technology, and regional economic development.

Bohol-Panglao International Airport has completed a large-scale emergency simulation exercise as passenger traffic continues to rise, underscoring the growing importance of safety and operational resilience at one of the country’s busiest tourism gateways.

Philippine-based residency-by-investment consultancy Golden Visa Centrale is launching its June Roadshow, giving affluent Filipino families a firsthand look at European residency and citizenship pathways through investment programs in Portugal and Greece.

 Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo celebrated its seventh anniversary this week, highlighting Ilonggo hospitality, award-winning cuisine, and strong community partnerships that have cemented its place among Western Visayas’ top hospitality destinations.

The Philippines’ tourism sector posted a more nuanced performance in 2025: employment continued to rise, but its overall economic footprint softened, pointing to a recovery that is steady in participation but uneven in value generation.