Due to travel restrictions imposed as a response to the COVID-19 breakout, businesses in popular travel destinations from all over the country face a challenge as tourist arrivals in the country drop and people looking to travel overseas are forced to rebook or cancel their flights altogether as a safety precaution.
In response to this, airlines such as Cebu Pacific, Qatar Airways and Emirates have announced that they will be waiving rebooking fees for tourists whose scheduled flights are affected by recently imposed travel restrictions. Hotels and resorts, especially in places such as Boracay and Bohol, have begun offering discounts in order to invite local tourists to visit.
So if you’re looking for ways to change your plans in light of various travel restrictions, we’ve listed places where you can get discounted prices.
Boracay
Known for its white sand beaches as well as its wide variety of food and refreshments, the recently rehabilitated island is also pushing towards more eco-friendly tourism.
White House Beach Resort
https://www.facebook.com/WHBoracay/posts/1516671328500634/
The Lind Boracay
https://www.facebook.com/TheLindBoracay/posts/1300947843440189/
Coast Boracay
https://www.facebook.com/coastboracay/posts/2731047076972839/
Bohol
Bohol is known for the diversity of its natural attractions, like Chocolate Hills and the Coron Rock Formation. Panglao, in particular, is known for its beaches: the area is home to stunning coral reefs and diving spots for beach lovers.
South Palms Resort Panglao
https://www.facebook.com/SouthPalmsResortPanglao/posts/1577668159053680/
North Zen Villas
https://www.facebook.com/northzenvillas/posts/1061719260893221/
Panglao Regents Park Resort
https://www.facebook.com/PanglaoRegentsParkResort/posts/3741622922519583
Cebu
The Queen City of South is a popular tourist destination thanks to its culinary scene, as well as easy access to a variety of natural attractions: from lush forests, picturesque waterfalls, and pristine beaches.
Fantasy Lodge Cebu
https://www.facebook.com/FantasyLodge/posts/2891837424217184/
Cebu Palmbeach Resort & Spa
https://www.facebook.com/palmbeachresortcebu/posts/3066188596727307?__tn__=-R
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Writer: ANGELA PATRICIA SUACILLO