17/12/2025
PH Named Asia’s Best Retirement Destination
The Philippines has been named Asia’s Best Retirement Destination at the 11th TripZilla Excellence Awards, a recognition welcomed by the Department of Tourism (DOT) as proof of the country’s growing appeal to retirees around the world.
Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco said the award reflects how the Philippines is viewed not only as a top travel destination, but as a place to settle and call home, known for its natural beauty and genuine warmth.
The country continues to attract retirees with its welcoming communities, English-speaking population, favorable climate, and internationally recognized healthcare facilities—key factors for comfortable long-term living.
To further support this growth, the DOT and the Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA) are strengthening programs like the Special Resident Retiree’s Visa (SRRV), alongside the PRA’s “WE CARE” campaign. Today, more than 83,000 retirees have chosen the Philippines as their retirement home.