Global payments leader Visa is rolling out Visa Pay, a new service that lets consumers use their phones to make purchases via NFC-enabled point-of-sale terminals—whether shopping in-store or online, here or abroad. Read more »
The Manila Economic and Cultural Office (MECO) announced that Taiwan passport holders can soon enjoy visa-free entry to the Philippines starting July 1, 2025. Read more »
The Philippines is setting its sights on digital nomads and long-stay travelers with a new visa to help position the country as a top remote work destination. Read more »
Starting April 7, travelers from the Philippines planning to visit Japan for tourism can submit their visa applications at five new Japan Visa Application Centers (JVACs). Read more »
According to the Department of Tourism (DOT), negotiations are currently underway for flights to operate between the Philippines and India. By the end of the year, inaugural chartered flights to test the Indian market are anticipated to be operational. Read more »
The Philippines has cemented its position as a top cruise tourism destination after receiving the prestigious Best Ports of Call 2024 title at the 10th Asia Cruise Awards, which were hosted during the Asia Cruise Forum in Jeju Island, Korea. Read more »
