LTFRB issues special permits for Undas travel
The LTFRB has issued over 1,200 special permits for buses, minibuses and vans ahead of the Undas holiday rush. The agency will deploy personnel to major bus…
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Filipino visa applications jump 20% as travel demand surges
Visa applications from Filipino travelers rose 20 percent in the first eight months of 2026 compared with the same period last year, according to VFS Global.…
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One agency, 72 tickets: CoA questions drug board's P5.26-M travel spending
The Commission on Audit (CoA) raises concerns over the Dangerous Drugs Board's P5.26M airline ticket procurement from a single travel agency, questioning…
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NCRPO warns public on holiday travel scams
The NCRPO warned the public about online travel scams targeting holiday travelers during the “Ber” months, including fake hotel bookings, discounted vacation…
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Six Asian escapes where coffee is the destination
Digital travel platform Agoda has mapped out six Asian escapes where café culture and local flavor take center stage.
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Philippines climbs to 57th in global tourism index
The Global Tourism Business Association is proposing a uniform P500 Philippine travel tax, exemptions for seniors, persons with disabilities and students, and…
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GTBA urges travel tax reform, rejects abolition
The Global Tourism Business Association is proposing a uniform P500 Philippine travel tax, exemptions for seniors, persons with disabilities and students, and…
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Travel Sale Expo 2026 set in October
The fourth Travel Sale Expo runs from 2 to 4 October at SM Megamall, bringing travel deals, destination showcases and tourism industry players together for…
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DILG streamlines foreign travel approval for local officials
The DILG has delegated the approval of certain foreign travel requests of local officials and employees to regional, provincial and city directors under a…
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‘Intentional’ is new travel hashtag for the modern Filipino
‘The modern Filipino affluent is evolving to seek more intentional and globally-connected experiences, prioritizing personalization and meaning over…
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BIR allows VAT refunds for exporters in transition
The BIR clarified that qualified export-oriented enterprises may claim VAT refunds on eligible purchases and imports made while awaiting zero-rating…
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Talus kanu sa Bangsamoro!
Tourism Promotions Board holds 18th Regional Travel Fair in Cotabato City
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BDO offers up to P10K travel cashback
BDO American Express cardholders can earn up to P10,000 travel cashback by meeting cumulative spending requirements from 1 September to 2 November 2026.
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Next generation is ready to explore
Philippine Travel Mart gives us an opportunity to bring our destinations and offers closer to Filipino travelers.
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Megaworld hotels promote local tours at Travel Mart
Megaworld Global Hotels & Resorts joins Philippine Travel Mart 2026 with hotel deals starting at P3,800 and discounts of up to 70 percent.
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How to eat, connect and spend smartly abroad
Modern travelers are embracing intentional travel through local food, travel insurance, seamless roaming and smart digital payments for safer, more immersive…
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Bae Jin Young, BANK TWO BROTHERS Headline Korea Travel Fiesta 2026
Korea Travel Fiesta 2026 drew more than 30,000 visitors to SM Mall of Asia, showcasing Korean destinations, K-pop, culture, cuisine, K-Beauty and winter travel…
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