Vietnam Tourism Soars: 21.5M Visitors in 2025
Vietnam welcomed an estimated 21.5 million international tourists in 2025, generating nearly $40 billion in revenue. Discover the country's ambitious targets for 2026.
Vietnam welcomed an estimated 21.5 million international tourists in 2025, generating nearly $40 billion in revenue. Discover the country's ambitious targets for 2026.
Melanie Ng of PCCI-Visayas forecasts a cautiously optimistic 2026 for Cebu and Visayas, driven by tourism recovery, construction, and domestic investment. Read the full outlook.
Cebu's business leaders enter 2026 with measured optimism, prioritizing coordinated, ecosystem-driven growth to overcome climate shocks and structural weaknesses. Discover the plan for resilience.
Davao Tourism Association urges private sector to boost local and international travel. Discover the success of the Davao Tourist Passport with 1.8M views and new member inductees.
Cebu's tourism office is surveying clean, accessible comfort rooms across the island to improve the travel experience. The verified list will be available in 2026.
Police in Central Visayas arrest 353 suspects and confiscate P13.2 million worth of shabu in a major pre-holiday crackdown. Read the full report on the operations.
The Cebu City Police Office has launched a new command center to boost security monitoring and response ahead of major 2026 events like Sinulog and the ASEAN Summit. Read more.
Pemuteran Village in North Bali earns global recognition as a Best Tourism Village 2025. Discover its coral reef restoration, community-led tourism, and how Filipino travelers can visit visa-free.
Cebu's tourism industry stabilizes in 2025 thanks to strong domestic travel. As it heads into 2026, new air routes and a focus on MICE events fuel cautious optimism. Discover the full story.
The Michelin Guide's historic entry into the Philippines moves beyond a one-time award. The DOT aims to build a sustainable culinary tourism ecosystem, leveraging global recognition for long-term economic growth. #Philippines #Michelin
BSP Deputy Governor Abenoja outlines plans for deeper money markets and tokenized payments at the ASEAN+3 forum in Hong Kong, aiming to strengthen financial stability and regional integration. Learn more about the Philippines' 2026 co-chair role.
Fairfield by Marriott debuts in Mactan with a 196-room hotel at Mahi Center, signaling strong investor confidence in Cebu's tourism and business recovery. Explore the new gateway.
Radisson Blu Cebu commemorated 15 years of excellence with a crystal gala, while Tambuli Seaside Resort marked its 6th year with a unique bamboo Christmas tree lighting. Discover the highlights and CSR initiatives.
Cebu is now central to the Philippines' cruise tourism push, aiming for 127 ship calls in 2026. Tourism Secretary Frasco highlights its role in dispersing visitors and economic recovery. Discover the plan.
Lapu-Lapu City opts out of Sinulog 2026 to concentrate resources on hosting ASEAN 2026 events in January. Tourism chief explains the strategic decision.
Alegria, Cebu suspends all river tourism activities like canyoneering due to Typhoon Wilma. A Yellow Heavy Rainfall Alert warns of flash floods and landslides. Public urged to follow safety orders.
Cebu City faces a tourism threat from dirty taxis and overcharging. Mayor Archival pushes for new service standards and cooperation with drivers to protect the city's image. Clean taxis mean stronger tourism.
Cebu FC secured their first point in the 2025-2026 ASEAN Club Championship with a 1-1 draw against Selangor FC. Read the match recap and see the updated Group A standings.
Team Pilipinas-Davao clinched the 2025 Asean Schools Games basketball crown in Brunei, sweeping all matches. Read how their teamwork and values led to victory!
Police in Central Visayas deploy personnel for Simbang Gabi masses starting Dec 16, 2025, and raise alert status through 2026 for Christmas, Sinulog, and the ASEAN Summit. Read about the security plans.
Cebu City Councilor Jun Alcover Jr. authors the Calesa sa Sugbo Ordinance to regulate and preserve the iconic tartanillas. New rules include permits, uniforms, and safety standards.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro allocates P2 million each for nine northern Cebu churches damaged in the Sept. 30, 2025, earthquake to aid recovery and boost tourism. Read more.
The Cebu Provincial Board approved a resolution requesting P18 million from Gov. Baricuatro to repair nine heritage churches in northern Cebu damaged by a magnitude 6.9 earthquake. Read the full story.
The US-ASEAN Business Council is leading a push for practical Extended Producer Responsibility systems to transform packaging waste management across Southeast Asia. Learn how this collaborative effort aims to build a sustainable future.
Central Luzon's cultural and culinary treasures captivated thousands at Philippine Festival Tokyo 2025. Discover how Kapampangan delicacies and traditional crafts impressed Japanese visitors.
Dr. Christina Gabrillo becomes first Filipina at World Shiology Forum, co-authors global food systems report. Read how she amplifies Philippine voices in international food governance.
Tourism stakeholders in the BIMP-EAGA region are prioritizing cruise tourism development, capitalizing on the area's vast island networks to boost travel and connectivity.
International tourist arrivals in Asia-Pacific climbed 8% from January to September 2025, signaling strong recovery momentum while still trailing pre-COVID levels by 10%. Discover the latest global tourism trends.
The Philippines boys basketball team captured their first-ever ASEAN Schools Games championship with a thrilling 90-86 overtime victory against Malaysia. Read about this historic win for Davao-led squad!
Hydrologist Danilo Jaque urges Cebu to combine P25B structural projects with reforestation and retention basins for effective flood control. Learn the hybrid solution.