Rediscover Boracay on Airphil Express

MANILA, Philippines - Now more than ever, many Filipinos are traveling by air to soak up the beauty of the country’s scenic spots, like the pristine beaches of Boracay, which arguably is still the favorite summer destination of many Filipinos. In the past, travel discounts could only be enjoyed during off-peak seasons. But now you can stretch your budget even during “high-tourist” summer fiestas with the latest air travel promos that can take you to more tourist destinations throughout the country.

Thanks to Airphil Express, the fastest growing budget airline in the country, the convenience of a first-class air travel is now made much more affordable. The company continues to excite and reward passengers with their much-anticipated Express Sale promos, the 20-percent discount for students as well as the APX rewards, a free flight program that allows a customer to exchange 10 used boarding passes bearing his name for a one-way, free ticket to any local destination of his choice.

Boracay is famous worldwide for its wide expanse of white sand bordering clear-blue seawaters and laid-back pace. As it has become a haven for tourists of different nationalities, the gastronomic delights reflect the cosmopolitan culture that has pervaded the island since its popularity boomed. Thai, German, Australian, American, Chinese and of course our local cuisine can be sampled by visitors after a vigorous swim at the beach or a day of enjoying water sports. The island is also famous for its selection of mouth-watering fruit-shakes that are best experienced with a relaxing massage from talented masseuses. At night, the excitement rises several notches when the clubs and bars come alive. Inhale the intoxicating beat of Boracay nights and see why international and foreign tourists alike continue to be magnetized by one of the country’s famed paradise islands.

“The rave reviews about Boracay are very much deserved. The recent years have seen an emergence of interest in this fascinating island. In fact, people say your summer experience is not complete if you haven’t been to Boracay. We believe that its beauty and character are all its own,” says Alfredo Herrera, Airphil Express SVP for Marketing and Sales. “The airline makes it easy for Filipinos to experience Boracay first-hand, and at the same time, it is helping support local tourism.”

Airphil Express flies daily, almost every hour, from Manila to Boracay (Caticlan) on these flight schedules: 7 a.m., 7:35 a.m., 9 a.m., 9:40 a.m., 10:15 a.m., 11:40 a.m., 12:55 p.m., 2:20 p.m. and 3:10 p.m. (with a few extra trips added as needed). Airphil Express sets itself apart from other local budget carriers with its value-for-money features and services, such as free check-in baggage allowance of 10 kilos plus free seven kilos hand-carry luggage for the Manila-Boracay (Caticlan) route. This particular service, previously standard and free with most other budget airlines, has since become an additional at-cost service.

Aside from their regular Express Promo Sales, Airphil Express is also proud to have pioneered the 24/7 customer support service — a first in the local budget airline industry. “By taking advantage of emerging trends in social media, such as Twitter and Facebook, we are able to get in touch with our customers, and be responsive to their needs any time of day, any day of the week,” adds Herrera.

Airphil Express also provides online booking with seat selection, online check-in, travel insurance, and pre-paid additional baggage. Traveling on Airphil Express is comfortable and safe with its young and reliable fleet of Airbus A320, Q300 and Q400 aircrafts. One other first in the company’s online service is the “manage booking” feature, which allows Airphil Express passengers to make flight adjustments like rescheduling and rerouting of previously booked tickets, on their own, through www.airphilexpress.com.