The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines gathered more than 300 members and partners on November 18 at Solaire Resort North for the TPB Members’ Night 2025: Community in Action, an event themed “Creative Upcycling” to highlight responsible tourism and climate action.

Megaworld Hotels and Resorts has partnered with global hospitality group Accor to rebrand the 1,530-room Grand Westside Hotel in Parañaque as Mövenpick Manila Bay Westside, set to become the world’s largest Mövenpick property.

The Philippines scored a major vote of confidence as S&P Global Ratings affirmed the country’s investment-grade credit rating, saying the economy remains one of Asia’s strongest despite a temporary slowdown.