Senate Majority Leader Juan Miguel “Migz” Zubiri has joined the move to abolish the travel tax and lift what he described as an unnecessary financial burden on millions of Filipinos flying abroad. Zubiri filed Senate Bill No. 1793 titled “Travel Tax Abolition Act of 2026,” which was...
On the opening day of the PTAA Travel & Tour Expo 2026, the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO Manila Office) took center stage showcasing a compelling vision of the country during spring and summer time, all in its charm, regional treasures, and ever-deepening friendship with the...
In recent years, travel from the Philippines to Taiwan has continued to grow steadily. According to the latest statistics from the Taiwan Tourism Administration, 557,230 Filipino visitors traveled to Taiwan in the first 11 months of 2025, representing a 34% increase compared to 415,635 visitors...
Senator Joel Villanueva on Wednesday, February 11 expressed his support to calls that seek the abolition of the travel tax, saying the policy has long outlived its purpose and hindered the mobility based on financial capacity of Filipinos. Villanueva said he is optimistic that the measure would...
President Marcos has approved 21 priority measures up for passage in June this year, including the proposal to abolish travel tax, Malacañang said. Marcos met with the Legislative Executive Development Advisory Council (LEDAC) on Tuesday morning, Feb. 10, to discuss the priority bills that are...
Now on its 30th year, Enchanted Kingdom (EK) was hailed as the Best ASEAN New Tourism Attraction for its unique flying theater, AGILA The EKsperience: SARIBUHAY as awarded by the ASEAN Tourism Association (ASEANTA). The award was received by EK Chairman and President Mr. Cesar Mario O. Mamon...
Kyoto does not reward excess. It never has. Yet many of the international hotel chains that dominate the city continue to behave as if scale, spectacle, and brand bravado are the ultimate markers of luxury. In my opinion, they are not. My recent stay at Dusit Thani Kyoto underscored a truth that...
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Have you thought of where you’ll be taking your special someone? There are plenty of highly sought-after destinations to celebrate the special day, though one place has gained notoriety as a place rich with heartbreak: Baguio City. As far as urban...
For the savvy business traveler, a golden visa is an enticing offer. It essentially allows you to reside in an applicable country by way of investment. Think of it as putting money in the bank, but instead of just gaining interest over the years, you also gain residency in your chosen destination....
The Department of Tourism (DOT) is pushing for stronger regulation and greater transparency in airline pricing as rising airfares threaten to curb domestic travel despite record-high tourism demand nationwide. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco raised the call during a Senate Committee on...
Senate Deputy Majority Leader Joseph Victor “JV” Ejercito has filed a resolution seeking an inquiry into the implementation of the National Tourism Development Plan (NTDP) amid the growing public clamor on expensive domestic flights and lack of proper infrastructure that is hindering accessible...
Santa Cruz has long been known as a historic district in Manila located on the right bank of the Pasig River. It is a premier commercial hub, blending old charm with urban energy and vibrant street life. Currently, it is still considered as a center of trade and commerce in the capital city and is...
