Travel Update Philippines

18/02/2026

Congratulations, Philippine Retirement Authority for being the Best Retirement Destination in Asia!
GM Bob Zozobrado looks at golden years getting a little brighter for Philippines as a retirement destination.

SHARE THIS ARTICLEPASAY CITY — The Philippines’ growing appeal as a long-stay travel destination received a major boost after it was named Best Retirement Destination in Asia at the TripZilla […]

18/02/2026

A destination that never stops reinventing itself.

tourism remains on steady growth trajectory, fueled by high-value visitors, global events and continued investments. Growth here isn't accidental—it's engineered.

As of Feb. 16, they have announced 16.9 million arrivals with tourism receipts of S$23.9 billion.

SHARE THIS ARTICLEMactan, CEBU – Singapore’s tourism sector continues to post steady gains while shifting toward higher-value visitors, even as global uncertainties persist, tourism officials said. “We are quite pleased […]

18/02/2026

POV: You're watching one of Asia's fastest-rising tourism powerhouses redefine its future.

is targeting 25 million international arrivals by 2026, driven by infrastructure expansion, destination branding, and a growing appetite for cultural and experiential travel.

This isn't just growth. It's strategic positioning.

Read more on the attached link.

SHARE THIS ARTICLE Vietnam has set an ambitious target of welcoming 25 million international visitors in 2026, building on a strong post-pandemic recovery driven by liberalized visa policies, expanded air […]

05/02/2026

VFS Global recommends to apply for visas as early as booking flights and stay. Most countries accept visa applications up to 180 days (6 months) before your date of travel. Particularly this year with higher demand and limited appointment slots available, urge applicants to apply for their as early as possible.
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SHARE THIS ARTICLEMANILA, Philippines — Visa application volumes from the Philippines rose by around 8% year on year in 2025, reflecting sustained outbound travel demand and renewed confidence among Filipino […]

04/02/2026

BLOG - My take on Philippine tourism

SHARE THIS ARTICLEAt present, there is no realistic way to flip international tourism arrivals in our favor against some of our neighbors—even with eased visa restrictions, increased tourism promotion budgets, […]

04/02/2026

We may not be able to fly you to the moon, but from this angle it looks like we can get pretty close! 🌖

Thank you, IG user spark.liu_, for taking this stunning picture!

04/02/2026

Cebu Pacific Air releases the official music video for the 30th anniversary original soundtrack (OST) ‘Where Dreams Fly’, performed by Filipino pop/alternative rock band Over October and reflects the airline's long-standing commitment to making air travel accessible to Filipinos.
More info read: https://travelupdate.ph/ceb-releases-30th-anniversary-song/

04/02/2026

Two more days to go. The Philippines biggest travel and tourism marketplace returns as TravelTour Expo 2026 opens at the SMX Convention Center Manila, bringing together industry players, destinations, and travel deals under one roof!

SHARE THIS ARTICLE    MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA) is set to stage Travel Tour Expo (TTE) 2026, the country’s largest and longest-running travel exposition, from […]

22/01/2026

https://travelupdate.ph/cebu-welcomes-atf-travex-2026-as-asean-tourism-gathers-to-navigate-the-future-together/

SHARE THIS ARTICLEAs the host country of ATF 2026, the Philippines looks forward to welcoming delegates to Cebu and demonstrating its readiness to facilitate meaningful regional tourism exchanges, while strengthening […]

17/12/2025

SHARE THIS ARTICLEAraneta Hotels Inc. marks a significant leadership milestone as women now hold ten of the fifteen executive committee positions across Novotel Manila Araneta City and ibis Styles Manila […]

17/12/2025

Make the most of your Manila layover. DOT's Transit Tours at NAIA T3 lets you explore top attractions and shopping all for USD50.

SHARE THIS ARTICLEThe Department of Tourism (DOT) has launched its first-ever Transit Tours and Medical Tourism Concierge at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 Arrival Area, introducing new […]

15/12/2025

Sending positive vibes for a strong tourism recovery—6.3 million tourist arrivals in 2026, supported by improved air connectivity, P1 billion tourism promotion budget, and 50 new hotels with 12,000+ room keys. Here's hoping for a great year ahead!
Leechiu Property Consultants
Department of Tourism - Philippines

SHARE THIS ARTICLEThe Philippine tourism industry is poised for renewed growth in 2026, driven by long-awaited catalysts such as improved air connectivity, expanded government promotions, and diversified source markets, according […]