After months of economic jitters and concerns about travel demand, Delta Air Lines last week shared reason to be optimistic. The Atlanta-based carrier beat Wall Street expectations with its financial performance during the second quarter of 2025. But it’s not necessarily a bellwether for the rest of the travel sector
Out of Town Blog Agri Exim: Growing Global Impact from the Heart of Mindanao How a purpose-driven agricultural exporter is changing lives through digital connectivity, enabled by PLDT Enterprise. A harvest driven by purpose. At one of Agri Exim Global Philippines, Inc.’s sourcing sites in Mindanao, a local farmer is
Out of Town Blog Jollibee empowers Nueva Ecija farmers to become agro-entrepreneurs Although farmers play a crucial role in guaranteeing food security and feeding populations, they are ironically the poorest among workers due to longstanding unresolved financial issues. Fortunately, timely interventions from government agencies, NGOs, and corporate foundations come into
Out of Town Blog Agoda ranked Iloilo as the fifth most affordable summer destination in Asia. MANILA, Philippines — Iloilo in the Philippines is recognized as one of Asia’s most budget-friendly vacation spots, according to Agoda’s recent list of affordable summer destinations for June to August 2025, with an average
Out of Town Blog Enterprises in North Luzon Gain Competitive Edge Through PLDT Enterprise’s Enhanced Mobile Connectivity Clark, Pampanga — As North Luzon develops into a key growth hub for sectors such as construction, health, and professional services, PLDT Enterprise is actively supporting local businesses to remain at the forefront
Out of Town Blog Sichuan Rouge Now Open in Midtown, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong A Celebration of Regional Flavors Redefining Sichuan Cuisine Beyond Numbing Spice Hong Kong — Sichuan Rouge, a lively new dining spot, recently opened at Soundwill Plaza II, Midtown, Causeway Bay, celebrating the region’s captivating flavors. Led
Hyatt Regency is getting its time under the lights with a new hotel opening on Broadway in the heart of New York City’s famous Theater District. The 795-room Hyatt Regency Times Square opened Tuesday following a multimillion-dollar transformation, according to the hotel group. In a celebration of its location, the
American Airlines is getting set to open a new grab-and-go lounge location at its busiest East Coast hub, a first-of-its-kind setup for the carrier. Later this summer, the Fort Worth, Texas-based carrier plans to open a new lounge concept called “Provisions by Admirals Club” along the A Concourse at Charlotte
It’s no wonder that TPG staffers (and our readers) love American Express Membership Rewards points. Whether you want to redeem your Amex points for a cheap and cheerful hotel room or fly first class to Asia, you can transfer Amex points to an impressive 17 airline partners and three hotel
The iconic Waldorf Astoria New York is now welcoming guests following a multibillion-dollar renovation, months ahead of schedule. The hotel, which was originally expected to open in September and offered TPG a sneak peak last month, began a phased reopening on Tuesday, with rooms and dining venues now welcoming guests,
Landline, the flights-on-a-bus operator that contracts with major airlines across North America, is ending its tie up with one of its oldest partners, United Airlines. Colorado-based Landline will end branded bus service for United Airlines between Denver International Airport (DEN) and Northern Colorado Regional Airport (FNL) in Fort Collins, Colorado,
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