The recently concluded 16th Davao Mega Travel Sale featured 40 exhibitors providing new options for tours to Central Asian regions and the Antarctic Peninsula. This event, held from February 27 to March 1, focused on promoting discounted travel packages to countries such as Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan.

According to Tanya Rabal-Tan, the regional director in Davao for the Philippines’ Department of Tourism (DOT), the event aimed to encourage exploration and education through both domestic tourism and international excursions. She noted, “Diversity is our beauty here in the Davao Region, and today, that beauty expands to the world.” Tan further emphasized the event’s role in enhancing the tourism sector while promoting Davao and the Philippines as essential destinations for travelers.

She added, “To our travelers, the expert advice is ready, the seat sales are live, and the world is waiting. Gear up, say yes, and let your next great adventure begin.”