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<p>MANILA -- Here are some of the latest travel-related announcements and promos.</p><div><em>These are not endorsed by ABS-CBN News. </em></div><div><strong>AIRBNB&#x27;S MOST WISHLISTED STAYS IN PH </strong></div><div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img alt="Handout" src="https://sa.kapamilya.com/absnews/abscbnnews/media/2022/life/04/26/20220426-travel-shorts-1.jpg"/><figcaption><em>Handout</em></figcaption></figure></div><p>Airbnb has revealed its top wishlisted stays in the Philippines, with Tagaytay the most popular destination among locals.</p><p>According to the booking platform, Airbnb stays in Tagaytay comprise more than half of Filipinos&#x27; most wishlisted stays in the country. These include Cedera Thermal Pool, John Hammock’s Vacation House, Overlooking Forest Cabin, and Amberfield’s Farmhouse.</p><p>Other accommodations that made the cut include Private island in a lake in Cavinti, Floral Island and Amihan Ecolodge in Palawan, Narra Hill in Batangas, and Treehouse de Valentine in Cebu.</p><div><strong>CEBU PACIFIC EXPANDS TRAVEL FUND USE</strong></div><p>Cebu Pacific has enhanced its Travel Fund to allow passengers to use it to book tickets for anyone.</p><p>Passengers are asked to sign up for a MyCebuPacific account on the website or mobile app, go to the Bookings tab, and type in the previous trip&#x27;s reference number and last name under the Add Booking section. </p><p>Once the name or email address of the previous trip matches the account details, the Travel Fund amount will be stored immediately. Passengers can then book flights and purchase add-ons as usual, and choose Travel Fund to pay. </p><p>Meanwhile, Cebu Pacific was recently featured at the Singapore Airshow, where the airline showcased its newest Airbus 330neo aircraft.</p><p>The A330neo, dubbed the greenest aircraft in Asia, has the lowest carbon footprint per passenger per kilometer. Its 459 seats are lightweight Recaro and the aircraft burns 25% less fuel than previous generations. </p><div><strong>NORWEGIAN BLISS LAUNCHES 2022 ALASKAN CRUISE SEASON</strong></div><div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img alt="Handout" src="https://sa.kapamilya.com/absnews/abscbnnews/media/2022/life/04/26/20220426-travel-shorts-2.jpg"/><figcaption><em>Handout</em></figcaption></figure></div><p>Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has kicked off its 2022 Alaskan cruise season with Norwegian Bliss from the Port of Seattle.</p><p>The vessel provides travelers with immersive experiences through Southeast Alaska, visiting natural wonders including the passage through the 25-million-acre World Heritage Site, Glacier Bay National Park. </p><p>Other sites guests may visit include the Mendenhall Glacier, which lies nearly 12 miles outside Juneau, Alaska; and the Misty Fiords National Monument near Ketchikan, Alaska, a glacier-carved wilderness featuring snowcapped mountains and waterfalls.</p><p>NCL has a long history of cruising from Seattle to Alaska, having pioneered the route in 2001. </p><p>Meanwhile, its Norwegian Sun will also return to sail on May 5, setting sail from Seattle through Alaska and British Columbia. Five, seven, nine, and ten-day itineraries from Hong Kong are set to be made available. </p><p>More details are available on NCL&#x27;s website.</p><div><strong>PACIFIC CROSS ENHANCES TRAVEL INSURANCE PLAN</strong></div><p>Pacific Cross has enhanced its travel insurance plan with COVID-19 coverage for non-residents and expatriates visiting the Philippines.</p><p>The Travelsafe Inbound Plan provides medical treatment benefits of up to $60,000 including hospitalization due to COVID-19. </p><p>The company also offers travel insurance plans for Filipino nationals travelling abroad for business or leisure purposes. Travelsafe Tripguard with COVID-19 Coverage is Schengen-accredited and provides medical treatment benefits of up to P2,500,000.</p><p>Both travel insurance plans cover COVID-19 in-patient care, hospital income, and trip termination if diagnosed with COVID-19 during a trip, on top of benefits such as 24/7 worldwide emergency assistance, coverage for baggage loss, loss of travel documents, and flight delay, among others. </p><p>These are available for persons aged 15 days old to 75 years old. Premiums for clients age 76 and above, as well as family and group coverage are also available.</p><div><strong>RLC RESIDENCES&#x27; NEW CEBU PROPERTY</strong></div><div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img alt="Handout" src="https://sa.kapamilya.com/absnews/abscbnnews/media/2022/life/04/26/20220426-travel-shorts-3.jpg"/><figcaption><em>Handout</em></figcaption></figure></div><p>RLC Residences is set to launch a leisure condo development in Mactan, Cebu, which can be transformed into a summer sanctuary.</p><p>AmiSa Private Residences offers an unobstructed panoramic view of the sea, as well as a resort-like experience in smart home-enabled units. </p><p>From here, they can enjoy Mactan&#x27;s destinations such as San Vicente Marine Sanctuary, Olango group of islands, and Caohagan Island. </p><div><strong>THE FARM AT SAN BENITO&#x27;S MAHOGANY RESIDENCES</strong></div><div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img alt="Handout" src="https://sa.kapamilya.com/absnews/abscbnnews/media/2022/life/04/26/20220426-travel-shorts-4.jpg"/><figcaption><em>Handout</em></figcaption></figure></div><p>The Farm at San Benito in Lipa City, Batangas has unveiled the Mahogany Luxury Residences, a villa complex built amid a natural forest grove overlooking Mt. Malarayat. </p><p>The 281-sqm Mahogany Luxury Residences can accommodate 7 persons with its two-bedroom suite, kitchen, and living and dining areas. It also has a balcony, swimming pool, and a gazebo.</p><p>The Mahogany Luxury Residences - Elite, on the other hand, is a 580-sqm, two-bedroom villa with a basement living space with two additional bedrooms, a pantry kitchen, and mini-bar. It can fit up to 10 persons.</p>