Travel | Cebu Pacific Air Expands Davao Hub; Tourism Boost is Seen!

Here's a story that the domestic tourism in the Philippines is again peaking under a pandemic but a very manageable restrictions around. Cebu Pacific Air is one the airlines that service Davao to other tourist destinations in the country. So, it's a good news the CEB is continuously expanding services and gearing towards pre-pandemic numbers. See more of the story:

The Philippines’ leading airline Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB) strives to enable everyJuan in the Davao region to travel as it further ramps up its flights to and from the Davao hub.
 
Right in time for the summer season where travel junkies are expected to go full swing, Cebu Pacific has recently strengthened its air connectivity in one of its Mindanao hubs, now connecting the King City of the South to renowned domestic tourism destinations without the need for connecting flights.
 
The Davao hub currently stands with a total of six (6) domestic routes in its direct network. Besides its direct flights to Manila which flies up to 8x daily, and Cebu which operates up to 3x daily, four (4) new routes were recently restarted in line with the airline’s push for 100% domestic capacity restoration - now, Dabawenyos can fly direct to Bohol, Cagayan De Oro, Iloilo, and Zamboanga.
 
Flight frequencies have also expanded with the Davao-Iloilo route now operating daily, and the Davao-Bohol flight set to fly thrice weekly (every Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday) by May 11.
 
These ongoing expansions are in line with the airline’s commitment to make domestic travel easier to further jumpstart domestic tourism across the country.
 
“Travel confidence is at an all-time high as both the government and the tourism industry continue to prioritize health and safety among travelers. Now that flying has become considerably easier compared to a year ago, we are looking forward to flying more people and reintroducing them to the diverse and undeniable beauty of the Philippines as there are plenty to rediscover in our own country, ” said Carmina Romero, Spokesperson at Cebu Pacific.
 
CEB continues to offer its guaranteed low fares to stimulate travel across its widest domestic network in the Philippines, covering 33 destinations. It continues to implement a multi-layered approach to safety, while it operates with a 100% fully vaccinated crew, 90% of whom have been boosted – all to ensure its every Juan flies safely and conveniently on Cebu Pacific.

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Travel | Cebu Pacific Resumes Davao-Clark Route with a Promo!

Going to Luzon isn't only via Manila as Clark frequently receives more and more flights that can decongest Metro Manila air traffic. The resumption of Davao-Clark through Cebu Pacific Air is a welcome news that travel is now possible from Mindanao to Luzon, though not yet really for much leisure but for more important travels. There's still much precaution to observe when traveling.

Here's a story of the resumption route promo of Cebu Pacific:

Cebu Pacific resumes Davao-Clark route with special PHP88 seat sale

Promo fares available until April 30, 2021

 

The Philippines’ leading carrier, Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), resumes its Davao-Clark route with a special PHP88 seat sale, in line with boosting connectivity across its wide domestic network. Beginning May 2, passengers will be able to fly direct between Clark and Davao once weekly, every Sunday.

 

On top of this, CEB also flies from Davao to Manila 12x weekly, and from Davao to Cebu 4x weekly every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday. Flights for these routes are also up for grabs for only PHP 88 one-way base fare, with travel period from today until February 28, 2022.

 

"We are happy to continue reopening more domestic routes as we see more people wanting to travel. We ensure our passengers that our low fares are here to stay so everyJuan can book ahead and save on their trips," said Michelle Lim, Cebu Pacific spokesperson.

 

With this seat sale, Dabawenyos who are longing to visit the beach can also fly to Cebu and connect conveniently to Boracay, Puerto Princesa or Siargao. Guests who have existing travel funds are encouraged to make use of such to book new flights. Last month, CEB also permanently removed change fees for all its flights, so everyJuan can plan ahead with peace of mind.

 

Cebu Pacific continues to prioritize everyJuan’s safety as it strictly implements its multi-layered protocols on-ground and inflight, in accordance with global aviation standards. Contactless procedures, thorough cleaning and disinfection protocols, and mandatory wearing of face masks and face shields are observed for both guests and crew. CEB frontliners are also required to undergo antigen testing before duty while CEB aircraft are equipped with hospital-grade HEPA filters that are proven to eliminate virus with 99.9% efficacy.

 

Passengers are advised to update their contact details via https://bit.ly/CEBUpdateInfo to receive email notifications on flight reminders and updates. CEB reminds everyJuan to check and prepare all travel requirements prior their travel - visit https://bit.ly/CEBFlightReminders for more information.

 

CEB operates the widest domestic network in the Philippines and currently flies to 32 domestic destinations on top of its six international destinations.

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This is indeed a good news for travelers! I will also check on flights perhaps for next year with this resumption promo. It has always been a practice for me to book ahead, save up extra, and plan for the incoming travel. Hoping for a better traveling experience in the nearest future!

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Event | New AirAsia Davao - Kuala Lumpur Route Officiated

Davao to Kuala Lumpur Route Officiated

Davao City, Mindanao, Philippines is one of the international gateways of the Philippines in the southern island. It is a welcome development when more investors are coming in and open more opportunities to explore the potential of the city. One of which is AirAsia’s new air route of Davao City to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This is pretty exciting!

AirAsia currently officiated the recently launched route from Davao City to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia that operates four (4) times a week. A press conference was held wherein Hon. Sara Duterte-Carpio, Davao City Mayor; Eden Josephine L. David, Tourism Assistant Secretary; Aireen Omar, AirAsia Deputy Group CEO - Digital, Transformation, Corporate Services and Riad Asmat, AirAsia Berhad CEO attended.

Aireen Omar

According to Aireen Omar, “AirAsia is excited about our first international route to Davao. We do not only connect Davao to Malaysia, but we also bring Davao closer to our extensive network of destinations in ASEAN, Northeast Asia, South Asia, Australasia, the Middle East and the US.” I agree with her remarks as AirAsia Malaysia hub is sprawling with so much number of travelers all around the globe with its massive network. ASEAN Pass is one thing that I am very excited about - hopefully Davao route is included - very soon! Omar added, “We are committed to growing tourism beyond the most famous tourism hotspots. We look forward to work closely with the Davao City Mayor, airport authorities and government bodies to put Davao on the map of must-visit destinations in ASEAN.” 

Hon. Sara Duterte-Carpio

The City Government of Davao also responded that it is ready to welcome visitors from Malaysia. There are efforts of strengthening more Halal-compliant establishments, security, law and order, traffic, transportation and many other essential activities for sustainability. Really, there are high hopes for this!

AirAsia is the all-time World’s Best Low-cost Airline winner for 9 consecutive years already. Celebratory all-in-fares of one-way Davao to Kuala Lumpur route are seen at P1599 available online with flying period now until July 31, 2018.

Davao is Ready!

Flight Schedule fro Davao City, Philippines (DVO) to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (KUL) are as follows:

- Flight No. AK591 DVO to KUL departs at 14:55H every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday.

- Flight No. AK590 KUL to DVO departs at 10:25H every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday.

Philippines AirAsia has also connected Davao to other major destinations in the country such as Cebu, Manila, Kalibo, Puerto Princesa in Palawan, and Clark. Hoping for more destinations and more promos!

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Travel | Stories When Your Flight is Cancelled

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The Philippines is highly vulnerable with flight cancellations due to force majeure or natural phenomena such as typhoon, monsoon rains or flood Manila airport. Since the capital Manila is the main gateway of the country, it really is a sure destination where some cancellations of flight will be experienced. It is not a fun thing in the Philippines, though.

Okay, let me share my experience with the recent typhoon with a local name Karen. I am having a vacation in Thailand where my connection to the Internet is less to none. I haven't availed any simcard for Internet connection. I only am connecting via the wifi of either the bus, hostel or airport (if the airport is generous enough to have free wifi).

A day before the flight, I have checked my e-mail if there are flight cancellations made. I received none at that time so I am very confident that the flight is sure to go. However, I really have that feeling of anxiety and I can't sleep. I am worried with my flight and the typhoons. Eventually, I am able to sleep and get up early to proceed to the airport.

To my surprise, there is a long queue of passengers for the same flight I have. I am thinking that my flight is f**ked up! In situations like that, I must keep myself calm and everything will be fine. Since there is a long queue, I am really wondering, why only a single check in counter for the customer services of those passengers with cancelled flights is open? Passengers are then told one by one according to the queue about options regarding the changes of flight. That is sick! The servicing is very low to no movement while the next flight ahead ours is moving so fast with their check in procedures. Okay, I must keep calm. Wait and see game is on!