Despite the rise of Siargao and Iloilo as travel destinations in recent years, Cebu, Bohol, Boracay and Batanes remain popular to both locals and foreigners.
This was said by top travel agencies at the recent press conference for The World Travel Expo (WTE) to be held in two venues this year; namely SPACE at One Ayala in Makati City from Oct. 17 to 19, and at Ayala Malls by the Bay from Nov. 14 and 16.
Some of Cebu's top tourist draws are the Magellan's Cross and Oslob whale-watching offer. Boracay, on the other hand, is loved for its white sand beach and night life.
Bohol is renowned for Chocolate Hills and as home of the tarsier, while Batanes has been dubbed as the New Zealand or Scotland of the Philippines.
The topic on destinations was brought up when we mentioned that Siquijor started getting more traction after Anne Curtis' "fairy walk" in one of the falls on the island went viral last year.
According to event organizer Miles Caballero, the Philippines may be going through a lot these days but tourism is still a revenue-maker thanks to its beautiful and varied natural resources and, of course, the friendly Filipinos.
“Let us Discover Beauty. Let us Explore Freely. Let us make this journey unforgettable together," she said on indulging wanderlust.
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| Miles Caballero |
Also on the panel at the conference were: Rico Duque (GDS International Travel Agency), Mon Aldrich Monacillo (Manila Prince), May Abigael Legaspi-Maguigad (Manila Hotel), Marlene Schmidt (Mandarin Bay), Miles Caballero (AD Asia Events Group OPC), Jed Ernest Uytiepo (Arpan Air, Inc. Phils. – Royal Caribbean), Ashley Macalalad (PATA LPU – LPU Manila’s Student Chapter), Irish Lyn Duque (Travel M8), Manolito Pineda (DMCI), Jane Andres (La Jolla Luxury Beach Resort), and Sheila Sun-Hernandez (Must Be Sun Retail Corp.).
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| Panelists from leading airlines, hotel groups, regional tourism boards, and lifestyle brands at the WTE press conference |
Already on its 9th year, WTE is a boon to byaheros and participants as well.
For Travelers and Families
- Exclusive airfare, hotel, and tour packages
- Exhibitors from airlines, resorts, cruise lines, and global tourism boards
- Cultural showcases, raffles, and fun family activities
- Lifestyle booths and regional products
For Exhibitors and Brands
- Direct engagement with a dynamic travel market
- Networking with agencies, content creators, and industry leaders
- Premium exposure in high-traffic venues
- New opportunities for partnerships and collaborations
There's an ongoing Content Creator Challenge.
Highlight in your content:
- The vibrant experiences inside the Expo
- The energy and creativity of our exhibitors and travelers
- The beauty of our venue – SPACE at One Ayala, Makati City
How to Join:
Follow us on TikTok @worldtravelexpo_ and Facebook World Travel Expo
Create and upload your most engaging content (vlog, reel, short video, or creative clip) promoting the event
Use hashtags #WTEYear9 #WorldTravelExpo2025 #CreatorChallenge
Tag or mention us on TikTok and Facebook (posts must be set to Public)
Prizes Await:
Grand Prize – ₱9,000
2nd Place – ₱5,000
3rd Place – ₱3,000
Entries accepted until October 15. Winners will be announced at World Travel Expo Year 9 at SPACE.
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| Media and bloggers at the conference held at SPACE |
Organized by AD Asia Events Group OPC, WTE 2025 is expected to gather leading airlines, hotel groups, regional tourism boards, and lifestyle brands, drawing thousands of visitors eager for exclusive deals and enriching cultural experiences.
For registration and details, visit www.adasiaevents.com/
Follow World Travel Expo on Facebook: facebook.com/
#DiscoverBeautyExploreFreely #WTEYear9 #WorldTravelExpo2025 #CreatorChallenge
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