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Agoda lists reasons to embark on a two-wheeled adventure this World Bicycle Day

World Bicycle Day rolls around again on June 3rd and with GCQ restrictions finally allowing biking around Metro Manila as an outdoor recreational activity, why not indulge yourself a bit?…

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Innovation key to driving Philippine food tourism in ‘new normal’

Based on the Department of Tourism’s data, close to 30% of a foreigner’s expenditure is spent on food and beverages in the Philippines. As such, Department of Tourism Secretary Bernadette…

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For global travel market, health standards to be deciding factor for choosing a destination

As a result of the COVID-19 global pandemic, health and hygiene standards will be the deciding factor for the global tourism market. Travel restrictions related to the novel coronavirus are…

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Under strict protocols, domestic tourism in the Philippines to be re-opened

With Metro Manila now placed under modified enhanced community quarantine and the majority of the other places in the country under general community quarantine or GCQ, the DOT, together with…

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World-renowned “Filipino brand of service” provided by the Department of Tourism—assisting over 35,000 tourists amidst COVID-19 pandemic

The Department of Tourism, in close coordination with several government agencies have assisted 35,502 tourists, of which 26,550 are foreign and 8,952 are domestic, either in getting them home, whether…

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Once travel restrictions lifted, ‘new normal’ for tourism industry

The tourism industry will be significantly changed once travel activities have been allowed as part of the measures to combat the COVID-19 global pandemic. The “new normal” will require strict…

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Experience the World while you #StayHome with Agoda

Even as some countries begin to ease travel restrictions, the Department of Tourism is looking to temper Filipinos’ expectations as limitations are likely to remain for the rest of the…

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Mactan-Cebu International Airport implements ‘new normal’ safety measures

GMR MEGAWIDE Cebu Airport Corporation (GMCAC) is ramping up preparations for the “New Normal” travel experience at the Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) in adherence to the guidelines of the Inter-Agency…

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Travel and explore the world through literature

The Department of Tourism recently announced that international travel is unlikely this year. But that doesn’t mean you can’t explore foreign shores altogether. Digital travel platform Agoda.com has found a…

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Airlines prepare to restart commercial flight operations under ‘new normal’

Philippine Airlines and Cebu Pacific on Tuesday, May 6 announced preliminary preparations for resuming flight operations. Also announced were safety measures that would implemented for both their staff and travelers.…

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Despite global pandemic, these 15 countries still have zero confirmed cases of COVID-19

Despite the global pandemic brought on by COVID-19, there are still a handful of countries around the World that have remained unscathed and thus far managed to escape getting caught…

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Travel restrictions extended in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

The Department of Foreign Affairs informs the public that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as announced through the Ministry of Interior (MOI), has extended until further notice the original 16-day…

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Travel ban lifted in the Philippines for outbound passengers such as Balikbayans and OFWs

With the exception of Filipino tourists, all travellers such as foreign nationals, OFWs, and balikbayans, regardless of their nationality, may now fly out of the country at any time provided…

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Duty Free Luxe opens MCM’s first Philippines store

Manila — Luxury travel and accessories brand MCM Worldwide has opened its first Philippine store at the country’s newest shopping destination – the Duty Free Luxe. Located at the Mall…

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Department of Tourism partners with MVP Group of Companies for communication and medical resiliency in tourism destinations

Boracay, Aklan – The Department of Tourism (DOT) partners with Tulong Kapatid to improve Boracay Island’s health and communications portfolio. Tulong Kapatid is the social responsibility consortium of the MVP…

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International visitor receipts hit USD 9.31B in 2019, up 20.81% from 2018

The Philippines’ all-time high 8.2 million international tourist arrivals in 2019, contributed USD 9.31 billion or PHP 482.15 billion in visitor receipts, 20.81 percent higher than the 2018 figure of…

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2019 International arrivals exceed target with 8.26 million visitors to the Philippines

Manila, Philippines — The year 2019 is deemed celebratory for Philippine tourism as international visitors numbering 8.26 million, exceeded the 8.2 million annual target set in the National Tourism Development…

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Philippines lifts Taiwan travel ban

Manila, Philippines — The Department of Tourism (DOT) welcomes the lifting of the travel ban on Taiwan to minimize the impact of the nCov global scare on the local tourism…

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The Philippines rides tourism wave in international Mediterranean tourism market

Tel Aviv, Israel — The Philippines participated for the fifth time in the International Mediterranean Tourism Market (IMTM) held at the Tel Aviv Convention Center from 11 to 12 February…

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OFWs, balikbayans to get exclusive discount at Duty Free Fiestamall

Manila — Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and balikbayans will be entitled to a 10-percent discount on all regular priced items when they shop Duty Free Philippines Fiestamall on February 1 until March…

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Agoda lists reasons to embark on a two-wheeled adventure this World Bicycle Day

Innovation key to driving Philippine food tourism in ‘new normal’

For global travel market, health standards to be deciding factor for choosing a destination

Under strict protocols, domestic tourism in the Philippines to be re-opened

World-renowned “Filipino brand of service” provided by the Department of Tourism—assisting over 35,000 tourists amidst COVID-19 pandemic

Once travel restrictions lifted, ‘new normal’ for tourism industry

Experience the World while you #StayHome with Agoda

Mactan-Cebu International Airport implements ‘new normal’ safety measures

Travel and explore the world through literature

Airlines prepare to restart commercial flight operations under ‘new normal’

Despite global pandemic, these 15 countries still have zero confirmed cases of COVID-19

Travel restrictions extended in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Travel ban lifted in the Philippines for outbound passengers such as Balikbayans and OFWs

Duty Free Luxe opens MCM’s first Philippines store

Department of Tourism partners with MVP Group of Companies for communication and medical resiliency in tourism destinations

International visitor receipts hit USD 9.31B in 2019, up 20.81% from 2018

2019 International arrivals exceed target with 8.26 million visitors to the Philippines

Philippines lifts Taiwan travel ban

The Philippines rides tourism wave in international Mediterranean tourism market

OFWs, balikbayans to get exclusive discount at Duty Free Fiestamall

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