Philippines News
Philippines seeks to mitigate coronavirus impact
Philippines minister of tourism, Bernadette Romulo-Puyat, has unveiled a series of measures to combat falling revenues in the sector in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak.
Dusit signs with Metro Pacific Investments for new Philippines venture
Dusit International has signed an investment agreement with major Filipino infrastructure holding company, Metro Pacific Investments Corporation.
Taal volcano erupts in the Philippines
The Taal volcano has erupted in the Philippines sending a massive plume of ash and steam over the Batangas province. Nearly 50,000 people living near the volcano have heeded official warnings to evacuate as fears of a larger eruption grow, officials said on Monday.
Dusit Princess Boracay hotel scheduled for 2021 opening
Dusit International has signed an agreement with International Builders Corporation, a construction company based in the Philippines. Hotel facilities will include a swimming pool overlooking the beach, a gym and function rooms for social and business events.
Cebu Pacific unveils new China connections
The Philippines’ largest carrier, Cebu Pacific, has continued to expand its reach into China with the commencement of two direct commercial services.
Korean Air replaces Japan with new routes to China and the Philippines
Korean Air is also endeavouring to achieve route competitiveness and enhance profitability by expanding its capacity on south-east Asia, China and Oceania routes, following the falling demand and capacity on Japanese routes.
dusitD2 Davao hotel fully opens to guests in Philippines
Hosted by Lim Boon Kwee, chief operations officer, Dusit International, and Tomas Lorenzo, chief executive of Torre Lorenzo Development Corporation, the special event was attended by dignitaries including Philippine president, Rodrigo Duterte.
Korean Air to boost China connections in late 2019
Korean Air will launch four new routes in the remaining part of the year - three to cities in China and one to the Philippines. The airline will also increase the frequency of the Incheon-Delhi and Incheon-Beijing routes to meet demand.
Cebu Pacific boosts China connections with new Shenzen route
The Philippines’ largest carrier, Cebu Pacific, has expanded its reach in mainland China with the launch of a service between Shenzen and Manila. Shenzhen is the fifth Cebu Pacific destination in mainland China and is the airline’s 27th international destination.
Healy to lead Marco Polo Davao, Philippines
An experienced hotelier with 33 years knowledge in the hospitality industry, Colin Healy possesses a successful track record across Europe and Asia with international hotel brands.
Dusit welcomes opening of Beach Club at Lubi Plantation Island, Philippines
Dusit International has marked the launch of The Beach Club at Lubi Plantation Island, an exclusive island retreat in the Davao Gulf, Philippines.
Marie Venus Tan, chief operating officer, Philippines Tourism Promotions Board
Breaking Travel News catches up with Marie Venus Tan, chief operating officer of the Philippines Tourism Promotions Board, during World Travel Market in London. With the destination at the forefront of overtourism, following the closure of Boracay, she tells us how the country is protecting the environment while meeting the needs of the hospitality sector and reveals what is on the agenda for 2019.