Three confirmed cruise visits could introduce more international travelers to destinations across Eastern Visayas while supporting the region's tourism sector.
Transportation and tourism officials are exploring projects that could reduce travel costs while opening more destinations to additional flights and visitors.
Ilocos Norte governor Matthew Manotoc announced that there would be new tourist attractions in the province that would cater to fun itineraries for local and foreign tourists.
City officials in Palawan welcomed the second cruise ship to visit their place after the COVID-19 pandemic, saying cruise ship tourism is a major boost to the local economy.