As the Christmas and New Year peak holiday season approaches, we anticipate a high volume of passengers traveling on both domestic and international flights. To help ensure a smooth and hassle-free journey, we strongly encourage all travelers to follow these important tips:

Travel Preparation Tips:

• Arrive Early: Due to expected heavy traffic, especially when departing from Manila or other major airports in the Philippines, plan to arrive at the airport at least 3 hours before your domestic flight and at least 4 hours before your international flight.
• Check Flight Status: To confirm your updated flight status and terminal assignments, please visit Philippine Airlines' Flight Status before heading to the airport.
• Online Check-in: Skip the lines by checking in online via the Philippine Airlines website or mobile app within 24 hours up to one hour before your flight.
• Stay Within Your Baggage Allowance: Ensure your check-in bags meet the allowable weight limit as indicated on your ticket.
• Verify Travel Documents: Double-check that all your travel documents are complete and valid before your journey.

For International Travel:

1. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your date of travel.
2. Ensure the name on your ticket matches the name on your passport.
3. Have the necessary visas, permits, vaccination cards (if applicable), and other documents required for your destination.

For Domestic Travel:

1. Present a valid government-issued ID, school ID, or company ID.
2. Ensure that the name on your ticket matches the name on the ID you present at check-in.

• E-Travel Registration: International travelers must complete the mandatory E-Travel Registration required by Philippine authorities.
• Terminal Assignments: In Manila, PAL domestic flights depart from NAIA Terminal 2, while international flights depart from NAIA Terminal 1.

For any additional concerns or inquiries, travelers can reach out directly to Philippine Airlines via the following channels:

• Hotline: (+632) 8539-0000 / (+632) 8855-8888
• Mobile (Philippines): (+63) 919-056-2255
• Messenger: PAL Messenger
• Viber: Search for Philippine Airlines
• WhatsApp: PAL WhatsApp
• myPAL Web Chat: PAL Web Chat

Wishing everyone a wonderful holiday season! Safe travels and a joyous Christmas from all of us. ✈️🎄

The new Mathaka collection was unveiled at SriLankan Airlines’ stall at SLDF, which also showcased the airline’s other sustainability efforts. SriLankan also hosted a workshop led by Pom’s Island founder, Shamin Abideen, during SLDF, focusing on upcycling and recycling pallet wood.

Project Mathaka is one of several initiatives undertaken by the airline's Marketing and Environmental Affairs and Sustainability team to support the environment in measured and impactful ways. SriLankan Airlines was the first airline in Asia to introduce ‘Planet Friendly Flights’ back in 2009 and was named the second lowest carbon-emitting airline in the Asia-Pacific in 2016 by Business Traveller.

For more details on SriLankan’s Mathaka range, visit https://www.srilankan.com/en_uk/corporate/mathaka

CONDÉ NAST TRAVELLER READERS NAME SEABOURN BEST SMALL-SHIP CRUISE LINE AND EXPEDITION CRUISE LINE FOR 2024

Seattle, October 1, 2024 – Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury cruising and expedition travel, has been voted Best Small-Ship Cruise Line and Best Expedition Cruise Line in Condé Nast Traveller’s 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards.

Being named in these two categories by the discerning readers of Condé Nast Traveller is a testament to Seabourn’s exceptional itineraries, onboard offerings and outstanding service that continue to attract sophisticated, affluent travellers.

“We strive to deliver the best ultra-luxury travel experience with a yacht-like atmosphere across our entire fleet on both our ocean and expeditions. These awards are the result of the dedication of our entire team, both on board and on shore, who consistently go above and beyond to ensure every Seabourn guest enjoys an exceptional experience,” said Natalya Leahy, president of Seabourn. “I am incredibly proud of our team for delivering unforgettable ‘Seabourn Moments’ and exceeding our guests’ expectations. We are thankful to Conde Nast Traveller readers for recognizing our extraordinary Seabourn team.”

Seabourn pioneered small-ship, ultra-luxury cruising, and continues to represent the pinnacle of that unique style of travel. The Seabourn fleet includes six ultra-luxury small-ship vessels, featuring a high ratio of space per guest that enables highly intuitive and personalized service for each guest on board. The ships offer a wealth of onboard touches to ensure smooth sailing and delightful voyaging enroute to every destination on their itineraries. Its fleet of intimate, all-suite ships, carrying between 264 and 600 guests each, sail to more than 400 ports and destinations on all seven continents around the world.

Over the years, Seabourn has consistently been rated by guests as a top choice in the ultra-luxury travel segment. Guests indulge in a home away from home onboard Seabourn’s intimate ships with private, yacht-like atmospheres, pampered by intuitive, personalized service. Ensconced in their spacious oceanfront suite, guests can savor gourmet dining that rivals the finest restaurants in the world and enjoy complimentary premium wines and spirits.

The expedition ships, Seabourn Pursuit and Seabourn Venture, offer the same luxurious small ship experience that travelers have come to expect from Seabourn, enhanced by world-class equipment that allows the line to offer its widest range of expedition activities led by an expert 23-person expedition team of scientists, scholars, naturalists, and more. Designed and built for remote, diverse environments to PC6 Polar Class standards, the ship includes a plethora of modern hardware and technology that extends the ship’s global deployment and capabilities. There is close to 30,000 square feet of deck space and special touches at every turn, as well as indoor and outdoor guest areas with nearly 270-degree views. In addition, a 4K GSS Cineflex Camera is mounted on the mast of the Constellation Lounge and capable of broadcasting imagery from miles ahead on monitors located throughout the ship and in guest suites.

Seabourn’s entire ultra-luxury fleet is also equipped with enhanced Wi-Fi connectivity with SpaceX’s Starlink, providing its guests with faster service, greater connectivity and more reliable Wi-Fi wherever Starlink’s services are available.

For reservations or more details, please call Seabourn at 1-800-929-9391, visit www.seabourn.com or contact a professional travel advisor.

About Seabourn: 

Seabourn represents the pinnacle of ultra-luxury ocean and expedition travel and operates a suite of six modern ships. The all-inclusive, boutique ships offer all-suite accommodations with oceanfront views; award-winning dining; complimentary premium spirits and fine wines available at all times; renowned service provided by an industry-leading crew; a relaxed, sociable atmosphere that makes guests feel at home; a pedigree in expedition travel through the Ventures by Seabourn program and two new ultra-luxury purpose-built expedition ships, including Seabourn Venture that launched in 2022 and Seabourn Pursuit in 2023. Seabourn takes travelers to every continent on the globe, visiting more than 400 ports including marquee cities and lesser-known ports and hideaways. Guests of Seabourn experience extraordinary offerings and programs, including partnerships with leading entertainers, dining, personal health and wellbeing, and engaging speakers.

Seabourn is a brand of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL and NYSE: CUK).

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