PRESIDENT Marcos Jr. assured the tourism industry of his administration’s continued commitment, as he acknowledged it as a “strong pillar of our economic growth.” In a speech at the opening of the 3-day 34th Philippine Travel Mart (PTM) on September 1, the President said: “As you continue to invest your energies and passion into your trade and craft, you can …

The Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) is set to stage for the 34th Philippine Travel Mart (PTM), the biggest annual fair focused on promoting popular and emerging tourist destinations in the country. The event will take place September 1-3, 2023, at the SMX Convention Center Manila, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City. With nearly 300 exhibitors from all 17 regions …

The grandest annual fair dedicated to promoting the diverse beauty of the Philippines is back as the Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) presents the 34th Philippine Travel Mart (PTM). The event is set to take place from September 1 to 3 at the SMX Convention Center Manila, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City. Bringing together nearly 300 exhibitors from all …

EMERGING destinations in Mindanao, Eastern Visayas, and Northern Luzon will be among those promoted by the Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) at its travel expo this September. In a recent news conference, PHILTOA President Fe Abling-Yu said, apart from continuing to promote less-known destinations in Mindanao, the 34th Philippine Travel Mart is “going to promote Borongan, Samar…as Philippine Airlines will …

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) is set to hold one of the country’s biggest travel fairs this year to boost the Philippines’ emerging travel destinations and enhance its existing tourist spots. The Philippine Travel Mart (PTM), now in its 34th year, aims to promote the country’s “hidden gems,” or underrated tourist attractions, aside from the already …

I have never been excited again to another tourism event. With pandemic stopped me from joining tours, here we are again fulfilling our revenge travel and what better way to restart our local destination trips is to visit the upcoming Philippine Travel Mart! Yes, the Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) is set to stage the 34th Philippine Travel Mart (PTM), the biggest annual fair …