Leizure Travel and Beyond

31/07/2024

7 TIPS TO BUY CHEAP FLIGHT TICKETS

1. Book on Tuesday and Wednesday

Tuesday and Wednesday are among the best days to buy flight tickets. Most airlines usually set up their booking systems on Tuesday at 7:00 PM. This is because airlines know that most passengers will only have time to book tickets on weekdays. According to statistics, it is proven that most of us only browse ticket prices on Fridays, Saturdays, or Sundays.

2. Book Early, But Not Too Early

Based on experience, you should book tickets at least 21 days in advance of your travel date. Most airlines have set up their systems to achieve as many ticket sales as possible. Therefore, the system has a certain quota for very cheap tickets. For example, in the system, it is determined that for flights from Kuala Lumpur to London, only the first 20 passengers will get the lowest price. The next 200 passengers will get a medium price, and the rest may be more expensive. In short, the airline's system will set ticket prices based on the margin they want when flying from Kuala Lumpur to London.

3. Suitable Flying Days

Try to book tickets to fly on Tuesday or Wednesday. Most airlines set these two days as 'less busy days' for booking systems. Airports are also usually less busy on these two days compared to Fridays and Sundays when the booking system and airports become very busy.

4. Look for the 'Best Deal' for International Flights

Most airlines will offer the 'Best Deal' about 11 to 12 weeks in advance for international flights. So, you need to regularly check ticket prices during this period.

5. Choose to Land at Smaller Airports

You can try this technique, which is landing at an airport that is not the 'main airport' for that destination. For example, if you want to go to London, many will usually choose to land at Heathrow. Next time, don’t land at Heathrow, but try landing at a 'smaller' airport near Heathrow, such as the airport in Manchester. Then, from Manchester, you can take a train to London. Try this method. It should be cheaper!

6. Clear 'Cookies'

Many people do not know this. Clear the cookies on your laptop, smartphone, and PC if you have visited the airline's website 30 days before. This is because through these cookies, the airline's booking system will assume that you have visited their website repeatedly. Therefore, the booking system will set the same price even if you have visited the website multiple times. Sometimes, the price may even increase! So, practice the habit of clearing cookies on your internet browser. If you don’t know how to delete them, ask Mr. Google!

7. Compare Prices

Don’t be lazy to google and compare the ticket prices you want on other websites. Don’t just focus on one website. You will be surprised because sometimes you will find cheaper ticket prices from the same airline.

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01/06/2024

An airline has introduced a policy to weigh passengers in addition to their luggage before boarding. This measure aims to enhance safety by ensuring aircraft weight and balance are accurately calculated. The new protocol involves discreetly measuring passengers' weight at check-in, with assurances of privacy and data confidentiality. By obtaining precise weight information, the airline can optimize fuel efficiency, improve flight performance, and comply with aviation regulations. While some passengers may feel uncomfortable with this procedure, the airline emphasizes its commitment to passenger safety and operational excellence. This change reflects a broader trend towards data-driven approaches in the aviation industry.

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19/02/2024

BEWARE OF FAKE PAL SITES.

Unscrupulous individuals have created bogus Facebook sites announcing a PHP168 flight promo. There are other fake FB sites announcing that PAL is selling suitcases worth PHP110.

Please do not engage with these fake sites as doing so will compromise your personal data.

We do not condone these illegal acts and have taken steps to take down these accounts.

As a reminder and for your protection, Philippine Airlines issues official announcements including flight promotional ads using PAL website www.philippineairlines.com and the official PAL FB Page.

We encourage you to inform us of any questionable social media account using the name of PAL by contacting us at 028855 – 8888 (PAL Hotline) or be emailing us at [email protected].

Thank you for your continued vigilance.

20/01/2024

+ a week of leisure travel! 😉

21/11/2023

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27/10/2023

NOW BOARDING!! :)

Daily Manila-Tuguegarao flights to start in October

Dear PAL passengers:

We are happy to resume services to Tuguegarao City with daily flights between Manila and Tuguegarao (TUG) starting October 29, 2023.

Our new PAL route will offer convenient mid-morning schedules linking Cagayan Province and the Cagayan Valley region to Metro Manila, with connections beyond Manila to other points in PAL’s domestic and international network.

From October 29, 2023, PAL's Manila-Tuguegarao-Manila flights will operate every day with the following schedules:

• PR 2014 Manila-Tuguegarao – Daily, departing MNL at 09:05 AM, arriving in TUG at 10:10 AM

• PR 2015 Tuguegarao-Manila – Daily, departing TUG at 10:50 AM, arriving in MNL at 11:50 AM

For bookings, you may visit www.philippineairlines.com, the PAL mobile app, or connect 24/7 via the following PAL Channels:

- Hotline (+632) 8539-0000 / (+632) 8855-8888
- Philippines Mobile – (+63) 919-056-2255
- Messenger: https://bit.ly/PALMessenger
- Viber: Search for Philippine Airlines
- WhatsApp: Add us as a new contact (+63) 998-951-4359
- myPAL Web Chat: https://bit.ly/3z8Ck3Y

You may also get in touch with your preferred travel agents.

Thank you.

27/10/2023

Daily Manila-Tuguegarao flights to start in October

Dear PAL passengers:

We are happy to resume services to Tuguegarao City with daily flights between Manila and Tuguegarao (TUG) starting October 29, 2023.

Our new PAL route will offer convenient mid-morning schedules linking Cagayan Province and the Cagayan Valley region to Metro Manila, with connections beyond Manila to other points in PAL’s domestic and international network.

From October 29, 2023, PAL's Manila-Tuguegarao-Manila flights will operate every day with the following schedules:

• PR 2014 Manila-Tuguegarao – Daily, departing MNL at 09:05 AM, arriving in TUG at 10:10 AM

• PR 2015 Tuguegarao-Manila – Daily, departing TUG at 10:50 AM, arriving in MNL at 11:50 AM

For bookings, you may visit www.philippineairlines.com, the PAL mobile app, or connect 24/7 via the following PAL Channels:

- Hotline (+632) 8539-0000 / (+632) 8855-8888
- Philippines Mobile – (+63) 919-056-2255
- Messenger: https://bit.ly/PALMessenger
- Viber: Search for Philippine Airlines
- WhatsApp: Add us as a new contact (+63) 998-951-4359
- myPAL Web Chat: https://bit.ly/3z8Ck3Y

You may also get in touch with your preferred travel agents.

Thank you.

17/06/2023

FYI.

24/03/2023

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07/10/2022

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Umaarangkada na ang Airport Loop Shuttle na hatid ng UBE Express mula sa Victory Liner Pasay Terminal patungong NAIA Terminal 1, 2, 3, 4, & Vice-Versa

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13/07/2022

GOOD NEWS I The Philippine Airlines will offer more flights between Manila and Basco (Batanes) beginning July 24, 2022.

From July 24, a new Sunday frequency will bring PAL's Manila-Basco-Manila services to four flights weekly every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.

Full schedule below:
PR 2932 Manila-Basco – departing at 06:00 AM, arriving at 07:45 AM
PR 2933 Basco-Manila – departing at 08:15 AM, arriving at 10:00 AM

From August 2, its Manila-Basco-Manila services will increase to seven weekly flights, giving convenient morning departures every day of the week. The departure and arrival times are the same as stated above.

06/05/2022

Toyota Grandia w/ Tourist Franchise for RENT!!

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17/03/2022

G na! 😊

Plan your summer to these leisure destinations with Cebu Pacific!

Here is an updated list of destinations that no longer require a negative swab test result for fully vaccinated domestic passengers. For the complete travel guidelines, visit bit.ly/CEBTravelRequirements.

Book your trip NOW at cebupacificair.com ✈️

As the situation remains fluid, travel guidelines may change depending on government approvals. Travelers are still strongly urged to always check with the LGU (Local Government Units) of their destination for the latest updates.

26/11/2021

ALAMIN: Biyaheng Manila-Tuguegarao, VV., inanunsiyo ng GV Florida.

12/11/2021

NO MORE SWAB TEST. Vaccinated tourists visiting Boracay will no longer be required to submit a confirmatory RT-PCR swab test starting November 16, and will instead be asked to show proof of their inoculation.

Read: https://inq.news/nmsbora

MANILA, Philippines - Vaccinated tourists visiting Boracay will no longer be required to submit a confirmatory RT-PCR swab test starting November 16, Aklan Governor Florencio

02/03/2021

Flight schedule of Cebu Pacific. FYI

31/01/2021

The Philippine Airlines released new quarantine and testing guidelines for arriving passengers in the country starting February 1, 2021:

• Passengers shall undergo RT-PCR testing on their 6th day of quarantine at a facility/hotel accredited by tourism and health agencies of the government

• Allowed for travel to the Philippines, subject to the presentation of required travel documents are: Filipino citizens, foreign nationals with long-term visas, diplomats and dignitaries, and those with medical emergency cases, including medical escorts.

• Before you fly, register on the Electronic Case Investigation Form (e-CIF) as early as 3 days before your flight to Manila (e-CIF for land-based OFWs: https://bit.ly/MNLRedCrossPHeCIF, e-CIF for sea-based OFWs: https://ecif.firstaide.ph, e-CIF for all non-OFW passengers (including Returning Overseas Filipinos, authorized foreign nationals, etc.) arriving in Manila: https://bit.ly/MNLPALeCIF)

For non-OFWs, pre-book a hotel accredited by Tourism and Health Agencies for a 6-night accommodation.

• During your check-in for your flight, present your QR code, Affidavit of Undertaking and the Traze App and sign the declaration and waiver form indicating that you are healthy and fit to travel.

• When you arrive, accomplish the Health Declaration Form, Arrival Card and Bureau of Customs Form, listen to the briefing of the Philippine Coast Guard and Philippine Airlines, submit the Health Declaration Form upon deplaning.

For non-OFWs proceed to the validation and verification desk where Detoxicare staff will confirm e-CIF data. Pre-pay the RT-PCR test (PHP 4,000). Payments can be made via cash, card, AliPay, WeChat Pay, PayPal and Gcash. Hotel verifiers will confirm passenger’s booking;
(Note: For passengers with no pre-booked hotel, they must choose from the list of accredited hotels suitable for mandatory or stringent quarantine. Cost to be shouldered by the passenger.)

For OFWs, proceed to the OWWA or MARINA Desk for quarantine hotel assignments;
(Note: For sea-based OFWs: Proceed to the validation and verification desk where personnel shall confirm your registration.)

• Before exiting the terminal, submit the Affidavit of Undertaking to the Philippine Coast Guard and the Bureau of Customs (BOC) form to the BOC Officer, proceed to your respective transport vehicle for transfer to your quarantine facility/ hotel.

• At the check-in facility, check-in for your quarantine stay. On Day 3, OFWs shall receive an e-mail requesting them to fill up a health check questionnaire. On Day 6, RT-PCR Testing will be administered.

Non-OFWs shall present their QR code, passport, and payment receipt and shall undergo RT-PCR testing to be given by Detoxicare Medical and Diagnostics Laboratory.

OFWs shall undergo RT-PCR testing to be administered by the Philippine Coast Guard/Philippine Red Cross.

At any point from day of arrival to day 5, passengers showing symptoms shall inform their hotel of their condition. The hotel shall inform the DOH and BOQ for assessment, medical management and testing.

• On the day of the test result, if a passenger tests positive, an assessment will be made by the health/quarantine officer to determine the appropriate next steps. A passenger who tests negative may obtain the Bureau of Quarantine (BOQ) medical certificate via quarantinecertificate.com by emailing the BOQ. Present your test result and BOQ medical certificate for clearance.

• To checkout, once cleared negative, you may call up your relatives or Local Government Unit to pick you up or you may arrange for your own transportation. OFWs may contact OWWA or their Local Manning Agencies. Complete your 14-day quarantine/ self-isolation under the monitoring of your Local Government Unit (LGU) or Barangay Health Emergency Response Team.