Adventures in the South: Airphil Express launches A320 jet services to Cebu, Davao, Tagbilaran and Legaspi

Whether it’s reliving a memory or creating a new one, Airphil Express flies you to some of the best places in the Philippines with its ever expand network and A320 aircraft.

“We’re very excited to expand our service to the warm South once more. We’ll be flying to Cebu and Davao starting July 21. Later in October, Legazpi in the Bicol region as well as Tagbilaran, Bohol will receive direct flights from Manila. “ said Airphil Express’ Head of Marketing, Communications and Products, Ms. Maria Java.

On June 16-17 only, flights to and from Manila and our new southern ports-of-call will feature one-way seat prices as low as P499 for Cebu and P899 for Davao, for travel dates between July 21 to December 15 of this year.

Fliers to Legazpi and Bohol can avail of sweet deals from P499 on the Legazpi route and P699 to and from Tagbilaran for travel dates from October 28 to December 15, 2010. The seat sale can be accessed online at www.airphilexpress.com.

Still the only airline to provide 15 kilos FREE baggage allowance, Airphil Express is committed to putting its customers needs first by ensuring an easy purchase and great overall flight experience.

“Taking advantage of first-to-know deals on airphilexpress.com is easy when you follow us online. Add us at “Fly Airphilexpress” on facebook”, Java said.

Promotional rates are exclusive of VAT and a minimal Aviation Security Fee of P15. book and buy your flights now on www.airphilexpress.com or call the Reservations Hotline at (+632) 855-9000. With Airphil Express, it’s easy to buy, and great to fly!”

MORE PHP112 SEATS ON AIRPHIL EXPRESS' INDEPENDENCE DAY SALE

Due to overwhelming demand , Airphil Express is extending its Independence Day Sale Promo to its A320 Jet Routes. For as low as Php112, liberate yourself and escape to Bacolod, Iloilo, Cagayan de Oro or Puerto Princesa!

Airphil Express Corporate Communications Manager, Bettina de Vera shares, “We’re happy that the Independence Day Sale is able to provide more opportunity for our citizens to see more of our beautiful country. We’re extending this celebration to our A320 routes – destinations that illustrate our rich culture and heritage.” Book your flights from June 10 – 11 for travel from August 15 – October 15, 2010.

Today is the last day to book flights from Manila to Calbayog, Catarman, Kalibo, Masbate, Ormoc, San Jose (Mindoro), Surigao and Tuguegarao on this special rate. There are also still more Php112 seats up for grabs from Cebu to Bacolod, Cagayan De Oro, Iloilo and Tacloban. Log on to http://www.airphilexpress.com/ or call the Reservations Hotline at (+632) 855-9000 to make your booking!

AIRPHIL EXPRESS INDEPENDENCE DAY SPECIAL

In honor of the Philippines’ 112 years of Independence, Airphil Express will offer fares as low as 112 pesos to its prime destinations!

“We’re celebrating Philippine Independence with an extremely discounted seat sale so that our fellow Filipinos can fly and see what our heroes have fought for. Whether you want to make it a weekend trip to see family or friends, or a short trip to enjoy the sights around the archipelago, this sale is an opportunity for our countrymen to rekindle their heritage by flying to places across the country that embody the achievements of our nation,” said Airphil Express Corporate Communications Manager, Bettina de Vera.

Declare your freedom and liberate yourself from your daily grind with flights that have never been cheaper to the following destinations:

From Manila:

- Calbayog
- Catarman
- Kalibo
- Masbate
- Ormoc
- San Jose (Mindoro)
- Surigao
- Tuguegaro

From Cebu:

- Bacolod
- Cagayan de Oro
- Iloilo
- Tacloban

From June 9-10, book and buy your flights through www.airphilexpress.com or call the Reservations Hotline at (+632) 855-9000. With Airphil Express, it’s easy to buy, and great to fly!”

TGIF WITH AIRPHIL EXPRESS’ FRIDEALS!

Fridays get even better as we spice up your weekend with our FRIDeal promo! Watch out for the best deals online when you log on to airphilexpress.com from 4pm to 8pm every Friday.

With 21 domestic destinations flying from Manila and Cebu across the archipelago, we've got a trip for everyone's pallet at dramatic discounts. Make it a 4:00 habit – log on to www.airphilexpress.com every Friday. With Airphil Express, it’s easy to buy and great to fly!

EXPRESS YOURSELF!

Every now and then, we all need that break to let go and unwind. Often times we need that quick fix… Find yourself in any one of the 21 different locations flying out of Manila and Cebu with Airphil Express’ “Express Sale”. Freedom of expression on a little getaway out of town comes quick and cheap with deals that last 2 to 3 days, which are announced on our website. Bookmark us at www.airphilexpress.com, where it’s easy to buy and great to fly!

Credit card holders may also avail of the Telepay facility by calling the Reservations Hotline at (+632) 855-9000

AIRPHIL EXPRESS POWERS YOUR GETAWAYS WITH MORE PROMOS!

Airphil Express is ramping up its sales efforts with its frequent “Express Sales” and “FRIDeal Promo”.

Your getaways out of town now come quick and cheap with deals that last 2 to 3 days, with Airphil Express’s periodic sales. Coined as “Express Sales”, the budget carrier promotes more affordable rates to its destinations. This is available across the airline’s sales distribution channels – whether it is online, at the ticket offices or at your nearest travel agency. Credit card holders may also avail of the Telepay facility by calling the Reservations Hotline at (+632) 855-9000.

It also gets even better as the weekend approaches with Airphil Express’ FRIDeal Promo! Watch out for the best deals online when you log on to airphilexpress.com from 4pm to 8pm every Friday. With 21 domestic destinations flying from Manila and Cebu, there is definitely a trip for everyone's pallet at dramatic discounts.

“The goal of Airphil Express is to be the leading low cost carrier in the Philippines. We are already witnessing more and more travelers flying with us as we offer the lowest fares while maintaining other services that are more passenger-friendly,” said Bettina de Vera, Corporate Communications Manager.

She also adds, “Not only does Airphil Express strive to promote the best deals for their customers, it also aims to provide service with a heart. Bookmark us at www.airphilexpress,com, where it’s easy to buy and great to fly!”

AIRPHIL EXPRESS ASSURES SAFETY DESPITE EU BAN

Low-cost carrier Airphil Express today (March 31,2010) assured its passengers and the riding public that flying by air is still one of the safest modes of transportation in the Philippines.

Airphil Express issued the statement amidst the recent decision by the European Commission’s air safety committee to ban all Philippine carriers from flying to member-states of the European Union.

“While no Philippine carrier currently flies to any point in Europe, we wish to assure our loyal patrons that our planes are well-maintained and adhere to a strict maintenance policy that puts a premium on passenger comfort and safety, “said Airphil president David Lim.

He explained that while the EC ban has no direct effect on local airlines, it gives the impression that Philippine carriers are unsafe.

“Airphil Express is committed to safety. In fact, that is precisely the reason why we are uncompromising when it comes to aircraft maintenance. We also continue to boost our fleet with the acquisition of new jet aircraft in addition to our well-maintained fleet of turboprop aircraft,” said Lim.

Three days ago, the former Air Philippines re launched itself under the brand name Airphil Express, signaling its entry into the budget airline business.

It took delivery of two Airbus A320s which sport the new Airphil Express livery and configured monoclass with 177 seats. The new jet aircraft began flying from Manila to Iloilo, Bacolod, Puerto Princesa and Cagayan de Oro last March 28.

Taipan Lucio Tan, chairman of Airphil’s sister firm Philippine Airlines, said Airphil Express is acquiring a total of 20 new airplanes over the next four years, in addition to the current fleet of eight Bombardier Q400 and Q300 turbo-prop aircraft.

Aside from the two leased narrow-body jets, four brand-new A320s will also be delivered from Airbus manufacturing facility in Toulouse, France between September and November 2010. Four more aircraft will join the fleet next year, five aircraft in 2012 and another five in 2013. Tan added.