AirAsia expands Davao network with new flights to Clark, Cebu, Palawan, and Boracay this summer!
The more the merrier, wouldn’t you agree? This saying also holds true for travelers especially when it comes to more affordable flights and new destinations.
So, get ready and pack your bags because our travel plans just got a whole lot merrier because of AirAsia!
AirAsia opens new routes from Davao
The hype is building up for AirAsia in Davao with brand-new flights across the Philippines to usher in the summer season. The World’s Best Low Cost Carrier for eight consecutive years formally opened its newest flights from Davao to Clark, Cebu, Palawan, and Boracay via Caticlan airport with promotional seats now on sale from as low as P398.
I was fortunate enough to be flown in by Philippines AirAsia to witness the actual announcement of their newest routes which was held at the The White House in Davao City.
According to Philippines AirAsia CEO Captain Dexter Comendador, Davao is an important gateway to Mindanao and they are thrilled to bring Davao much closer to Northern Luzon via Clark, to Visayas via Cebu, and to the best island destinations of Boracay and Palawan.
Take advantage of AirAsia’s all-in promo fares
AirAsia is offering all-in promo fares from as low as P398 available now until promo seats last at www.airasia.com for travel period between April 22 to August 31, 2017.
Starting April 22, AirAsia will fly from Davao to Cebu, 2x daily; to Boracay, daily; to Palawan, 3x weekly; and to Clark at 4x weekly using Airbus A320s or jets which can accommodate up to 180 guests per flight. AirAsia also maintains 3x daily flights between Manila and Davao.
“The AirAsia Group has swiftly broken travel norms around the globe and has risen to become the world’s best now running for eight consecutive years by Skytrax which is the global benchmark of airline excellence. Our commitment in the Philippines is anchored on the same dream to make air travel more affordable, more accessible, and to provide only the best quality service that every Filipino deserves,” Comendador added.
During the formal launching ceremonies held in Davao, AirAsia and Davao Tourism led by DoT Assistant Secretary for Mindanao Edith David, DoT Regional Director Roberto Alabado and Philippines AirAsia CEO Captain Dexter Comendador formally signed a partnership agreement to establish Davao as a premiere tourist destination in the Philippines with abundant resources for eco-tourism and available facilities for conventions, sports, and outdoor competitions.
As airline partner, AirAsia is offering low fares for its Manila-Davao flights including its latest routes from Cebu, Clark, Palawan, and Boracay to Davao to encourage more and more tourists to visit and enjoy Davao’s latest attractions. The agreement also includes joint marketing projects and activities to promote Davao across the Philippines and in AirAsia Group’s massive network in Asean, Asia, Australia, and China.
AirAsia also presented its latest destination campaign titled #ChasingWonders, which aim to draw travelers to discover the rich beauty of the Philippines, its hidden gems, and pristine attractions in Cebu, Davao, and other island destinations.
“There is definitely great tourism and business potentials in Davao and Mindanao in general. We are here to provide the much-needed connections, tap into underserved markets, we aim to grow this and expand in the coming years. We are thrilled to paint Davao skies red,” Comendador said.
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