Cebu Pacific to commence domestic operations from new Bicol International Airport October 08, 2021 at 12:10AM

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Cebu Pacific to commence domestic operations from new Bicol International Airport

Team Out of Town Blog Hub (www.outoftownblog.com) – The Philippines’ leading carrier Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB) is set to transfer its operations to the new Bicol International Airport effective October 8, Friday, following its inauguration on October 7.

Bicol International Airport, which has a capacity of up to two million passengers per year, will replace the existing Legazpi Domestic Airport.

Cebu Pacific Manila to Legazpi maiden flight in front of the newly inaugurated Bicol International Airport

CEB has been mounting flights to and from Legazpi since 2006, flying about 4.5 million passengers over the past 15 years. Cebu Pacific currently flies 11x weekly between Manila and Legazpi. Pre-pandemic, CEB flew 5x daily between Manila and Legazpi, on top of 1x daily flights to and from Cebu.

“We have consistently maintained our presence at the Bicol region and we remain committed to continuing supporting its growth. The new airport is a welcome development as this will enable us to increase passenger and cargo flights once demand picks up, and will consequently contribute to the region’s economic recovery,” said Xander Lao, Chief Commercial Officer at Cebu Pacific.

CEB and its wholly-owned subsidiary Cebgo, operate the widest domestic network in the Philippines, on top of its extensive international network that spans across Asia and the Middle East. Its 73-strong fleet, one of the youngest in the world, includes two (2) dedicated ATR freighters and an A330 cabin cargo-capable aircraft.

Cebu Pacific maiden flight from Manila to Legazpi landing in the newly inaugurated Bicol International Airport (BIA)—touted as the country’s “most scenic gateway” with the iconic Mayon Volcano at its backdrop.

CEB has been rated 7/7 stars by airlineratings.com for its COVID-19 compliance as it continues to implement a multi-layered approach to safety, in accordance with global aviation standards. These include daily extensive cleaning and disinfection protocols for all aircraft and facilities, antigen testing before duty for all frontliners and crew members, and contactless flight procedures. Its jet fleet is equipped with hospital-grade HEPA air filters, keeping viruses at bay.

To date, CEB has vaccinated 97% of its flying crew and expects to complete employee inoculation by October this year.

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Cebu Pacific to commence domestic operations from new Bicol International Airport
Melo Villareal
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When is it okay to dine in? October 07, 2021 at 10:53PM

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When is it okay to dine in?

Missing the experience of dining in with friends and loved ones, here are a few tips to keep it safe

Team Out of Town Blog Hub (www.outoftownblog.com) – The global COVID-19 pandemic has many unfortunate effects on our daily life. One of them is that we have to stay at home for our health and safety.

This is why dining outside when lockdowns are relaxed is a welcome break from the everyday grind. However, just because restrictions are eased, it does not mean that COVID-19 is gone. The freedom to go outside and eat out carries risks that we can overcome while keeping safe.

When is it okay to dine in

Here are some tips to keep you safe and healthy when dining out:

Get vaccinated as soon as possible

This goes without saying—getting vaccinated is our best bet to protect ourselves from the worst effects of COVID-19.  Studies prove that vaccines are your best defense against it. Getting vaccinated protects yourself and your loved ones.

Try to dine al fresco as much as possible.

You have been indoors too long. Enjoy the sun and breathe in fresh air. Free-flowing air reduces the chance of catching the virus.

Go to restaurants with fewer people.

Make sure you go to restaurants that strictly follow the mandated occupancy rate. You still want to minimize the risk of getting the virus, and the more people there are in a single place, the higher the chances are.

Wear a mask and a face shield

Do not take off your mask unless you are ready to eat. As they say, “An ounce of prevention is a pound of cure.”

Practice social distancing and sanitization

Even when you’re vaccinated and wearing the right PPEs, it’s still best to practice social distancing and constant sanitization. Wash your hands before and after eating. For good measure, spray some alcohol on your hands. Go ahead, dress up, put on some makeup, and spritz your favorite perfume. You are now ready to meet up with your favorite people and catch up over your favorite food.

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When is it okay to dine in?
Melo Villareal
Out of Town Blog