Philippines boasts world-class welcome with new NAIA experience
The Philippines isn’t just a place to visit; it is a place that takes care of the people’s well-being and welfare.
PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (third from left) and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos (fourth from left) lead the inauguration of the Transit Tour and Medical Tourism Concierge at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3. Joining the First Couple are Transport Secretary Giovanni Lopez (left), Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco (second from left) and New NAIA Infra Corp. chair and chief executive officer Ramon Ang (right).
For decades, the airport was simply a place you passed through. Today, it is where your Philippine adventure truly begins.
In a landmark move to elevate the country’s premier gateway, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos recently unveiled two game-changing initiatives at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3.
Led by the Department of Tourism (DoT), these programs are designed to turn every layover into a memory and every arrival into a seamless journey.
Turn layover into a destination
Why wait at the gate when the wonders of Manila are just minutes away? The newly launched Transit Tours program is a dream come true for international travelers and of course, for the hardworking overseas Filipino workers (OFWs).
If passengers have a long layover before their next connection, they no longer have to settle for a terminal seat. Through curated, guided excursions, they now have the opportunity to explore rich historical landmarks and immerse in vibrant heritage sites.
This initiative allows the experience of the world-renowned Filipino hospitality and culture before you even reach your final destination.
PASSENGER on layover for at least eight hours at NAIA can now explore Metro Manila through curated Transit Tours and access the country’s growing health and wellness tourism offerings.
World-class care the moment you land
Also, the Philippines is rapidly becoming a global hub for health and wellness. To support this growth, the DoT has inaugurated the Medical Tourism Concierge Pavilion — a one-stop information hub which ensures that health-seekers receive the gold standard of service from the second they arrive.
From the moment passengers touch down, the dedicated concierge team provides accurate data on the country’s top-tier medical facilities and offers direct, coordinated referrals to accredited healthcare providers.
This specialized assistance ensures that the path to wellness is professional, safe and entirely stress-free.
A seamless partnership for the modern traveler
This transformation is backed by the full force of the Philippine government. With 24/7 support from the Bureau of Customs and the Bureau of Quarantine, travelers are guaranteed a smooth, efficient, and secure transition through the terminal.
As part of the National Tourism Development Plan 2023–2028, these programs represent a new era of visitor-centered service and as the NAIA undergoes its historic modernization under private management, the Department of Tourism is ensuring that every traveler — whether coming home to family or just passing through to another continent — feels the genuine warmth of the Filipino spirit.
The Philippines isn’t just a place to visit; it is a place that takes care of the people’s well-being and welfare.
