Shipping lines cut trips, raise fares Airfare hikes loomMANILA, Philippines — Local shipping lines have resorted to trimming their daily trips and increasing passenger fares to cope with spiking fuel costs, affecting Filipinos planning to travel during the Holy Week. Once fuel prices return to normal levels, our fares will also be reviewed and adjusted accordingly,” SeaCat by Grand Ferries said. The situation will likely force the Civil Aeronautics Board to adjust fuel surcharge for the first time in eight months. With the travel tax abolition, funds for the programs will instead be included in the agencies’ appropriations, Adriano said. Cayetano said budget travel is more accessible now, which makes travel tax a financial burden on the ordinary Filipino household traveling.

Source: Philippine Star March 10, 2026 16:42 UTC