President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. made a significant announcement that could reshape the future of tourism in Eastern Visayas: Maasin City, along with the municipalities of Macrohon and Padre Burgos in Southern Leyte, has been officially declared as tourism zones.

Maasin City and Two Southern Leyte Towns Declared Tourism Zones

The Philippines will host the prestigious ASEAN Tourism Forum in 2026, taking over from Malaysia, which led this year’s event in Johor.

PH to host 2026 ASEAN Tourism Forum

As budget airline celebrates 23rd anniversary

AirAsia is blasting off to another year by celebrating with its customers through the largest sale ever, providing a 23-percent discount on all seats for all flights.
 

AirAsia offers 23% off flights

Catbalogan City, Samar — A significant development in the tourism sector of Samar is underway with the formal announcement of Barruz Sulpan - Maleho Cave and Cold Spring as a new must-visit destinations in the municipality of Matuguinao. 

Matuguinao touts new tourist destinations  

The provincial government of Biliran is batting on the resumption of cruise travel after the Covid-19 pandemic to boost its tourism sector.

Biliran: Next port call for cruise ships

A new destination for nature lovers is now being developed in Samar, as the provincial government is positioning the Pinabacdao Mangrove Safari as a key emerging eco-tourism site. 

Samar’s Mangrove Safari, new eco-tourism destination?

The Department of Tourism (DOT) Eastern Visayas is set to host the prestigious Central Philippines Tourism Expo (CPTex) in 2025, marking its first time to serve as the event’s host region. 


 EV hosts its first Central Philippines Tourism Expo 2025

A much-needed break was granted. Summer feels in October at Zambales

Where blue sky meets the blue sea

As year 2024 ended, Aklan’s famous Boracay Island has maintained its allure and popularity with all kinds of tourists, with the resort island bagging two prestigious regional and worldwide accolades and contributing much to the local economy.


BORACAY maintains top spot

Though not many Lagunenses may know it, the month of October has been reserved to encourage locals to visit museums and art galleries that aim to preserve our rich culture and heritage.

Off the beaten track: Museums to visit in Laguna province

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