Travel
Tour package operator Holiday Factory opens in the Philippines
Affordable all-in tour packages for everyone
Holiday Factory has expanded its global reach, opening operations in the Philippines. The launch was formally announced through a press event in Ortigas, Metro Manila. The German-owned, Dubai, United Arab Emirates-based company is known for offering affordable vacation packages costing as low as half of market prices.
With Holiday Factory opening in the Philippines, Filipino travelers can expect affordable deals to domestic destinations like Boracay, Puerto Princesa, and Siargao, neighboring countries like Hong Kong and Thailand, and of course, Dubai itself.
So far, Holiday Factory offers flights from Manila, Clark, and Cebu. Packages cover the following:
- Round-trip flight tickets
- Round-trip airport-hotel transfers
- Hotel accommodation with breakfast
- Designated licensed tour guides for experience tours
What’s great about Holiday Factory is that packages are purchased in the form of a voucher. Customers simply have to select their departure airport, hotel, and trip duration to secure a voucher.
Travel dates are flexible, and may be availed within the next six months. Once travelers have already decided when to embark on a trip, they may simply go to the voucher, click the link, and complete the booking for the specific dates.
To make bookings convenient and seamless, Holiday Factory mentioned that it has a fully digital platform where customers can avail of packages.
Why is it so affordable?
During the presser, Holiday Factory previewed some travel packages that are available to its Filipino market. The Magical Boracay Holiday starts at PhP 3,499 all-in for two days and one night. Should you want a five-star hotel, the price is pegged at just PhP 5,299. The Puerto Princesa package also starts at PhP 3,499. Meanwhile, a four-day, three-night package to Bangkok, Thailand costs as low as PhP 11,899.
In case you’re wondering why the tour package operator’s prices are very low, Holiday Factory said it is “not a reselling agency” unlike most players.
What happens is they contract airline, hotel, and transportation partners directly, negotiating packages and committing a high number of clients to be able to offer significantly lower costs.
On the downside, the company does not offer visa assistance for now, since applications vary from destination to destination. Special requests like photographers for honeymooners or add-on services for occasions are only available to the UAE market so far, but Holiday Factory said it will work on enhancing the packages as well.
Holiday Factory
Holiday Factory expanding and opening in the Philippines is seen to challenge the likes of Klook and Traveloka, and even Agoda and Booking.com. Klook and Traveloka are currently two of the more popular players when it comes to such services. The two hotel booking apps have also incorporated flights and car rental services into their list of offerings.
But Holiday Factory said it wants to set itself apart with affordable rates, flexible dates, and personalized customer service.
Launched in 2011, the operator’s popular packages include all-in-one trips to Uzbekistan, Turkey, Egypt, Azerbaijan, and Armenia from Abu Dhabi and Sharjah. The Egyptian and Armenian packages also includes Pyramids and Mountain experiences, respectively. These packages start at AED 999, or roughly US$ 272.
A few years ago, Holiday Factory expanded to Georgia where it started to offer trips for the country’s citizens to Dubai. The package costs 699 GEL, or roughly US$ 257.
Mega Holiday Package Giveaway
To wrap up the launch, Holiday Factory announced a giveaway promo wherein it will pick 100 Mega Holiday Package winners.
At stake are trips to Boracay, Puerto Princesa, Siargao, Bangkok, and Dubai. The promo is open to all, and there are no purchases required to join. Simply visit www.holidayfactory.ph to get started.
Features
Why the OPPO Reno15 5G series is a creator’s essential
4K Ultra-Steady, 50MP groufies, and AI edits in one device.
There are two kinds of travel essentials: the ones you pack because you have to, and the ones you pack because they make the story better.
Often, we feel forced to choose between traveling light and bringing the bulky gear necessary to document the trip properly.
On your next trip, the OPPO Reno15 5G Series eliminates that compromise. With a thoughtful mix of hardware and software, it becomes your pocket-sized production crew, ready to capture life as it unfolds.
The crew in your pocket
The first rule of travel is to keep things light, but for a creator, “light” cannot mean lower quality.
Whether you are navigating crowded night markets or chasing the golden hour on a steep, adventurous rooftop, the 4K Ultra Steady feature ensures your footage looks composed even when the environment is chaotic.
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This stabilization changes the energy of a travel vlog, turning handheld montages into polished, cinematic clips that are ready for a Reel the moment you hit save.
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Capturing everything and everyone
Travel stories are built on shared memories, but too often, the person behind the lens is left out.
Group shots often become a messy scramble to squeeze everyone into a tight frame. The 50MP Selfie Camera changes that outcome with its 0.6x ultra-wide-angle mode
It captures the entire group with sharp detail across the frame, ensuring no one is relegated to the blurry edges.
Even if you need to crop the image later for a specific social media layout, faces remain clear and the background stays defined.
The result is a “groufie” that feels complete and professional
Scroll-stopping memories
We often summarize our trips through collages: layered photos that tell a single story.
The AI Motion Photo Popout tool brings a new dimension to these memories. With a few taps in the Gallery, the subject separates from the background to create a sophisticated, layered effect.
These edits serve as the perfect foundation for Instagram Story covers, Reel thumbnails, or high-quality personal wallpapers.
It’s a subtle digital adjustment that makes a visible difference in how your audience experiences your journey.
Reliability for the modern creator.
A smartphone is no longer just a gadget; it is a creative partner. The OPPO Reno15 Series 5G features a sleek design that looks at home beside a passport or a boarding pass.
It’s light enough for long days of exploration but polished enough for high-end city trips. The reliable battery life supports early flights, full-day itineraries, and even late-night uploads.
You’ll spend less time searching for an outlet and more time capturing the moments that matter.
Which OPPO Reno15 Series 5G is your GadgetMatch?
The series offers variants designed to fit your specific creative style.
Pick the OPPO Reno15 5G if you want a balanced everyday companion, and if you want flexibility and reliability without overcomplicating the process.
There’s the OPPO Reno15 Pro; the choice for creators where photography and videography are the main event, offering enhanced tools in a compact form.
But if you’re a value-conscious traveler who wants a practical entry point that provides core camera and AI features, then the OPPO Reno15 F 5G is your GadgetMatch.
Whichever you choose, the series proves that a travel accessory can do more than complement an outfit. It preserves your stories because it doubles as a content creator’s must-have tool.
The OPPO Reno15 Series 5G is now available in OPPO stores nationwide and the OPPO Online Store.
SEE MORE: The art of being in and behind the frame | OPPO Reno15 Pro: Camera Review
Lifestyle
TUMI’s “Mediterranean Escape” brings vacation energy to Spring 2026 lineup
Travel-inspired hues, textures
TUMI is leaning into the spirit of slow, intentional travel with its Spring 2026 campaign and collection, “Mediterranean Escape.”
Unveiled globally, the seasonal lineup draws inspiration from the warmth, rhythm, and sensory richness of the Mediterranean coast. The result is a collection that blends expressive colors, tactile materials, and destination-driven design across the brand’s core travel and lifestyle pieces.
Shot in Mallorca, Spain, the campaign captures a relaxed, transportive mood — positioning travel not just as movement, but as an immersive, emotional experience.
Color leads the story
At the center of the collection is a refreshed seasonal palette applied across TUMI’s most recognizable silhouettes, including the 19 Degree line.
New hues include thyme green, sun-washed terracotta, and sunlit yellow — tones that reflect coastal landscapes and summer light. The 19 Degree Aluminum range also introduces Horizon Blue, a shade inspired by the meeting point of sea and sky, adding depth to the collection’s metallic finishes.
These updates continue TUMI’s push to balance form and function while making its designs feel more expressive and lifestyle-oriented.
Textures and prints expand the lineup
Beyond color, “Mediterranean Escape” introduces new material directions and prints across multiple collections.
A raffia-inspired woven capsule brings a more relaxed, artisanal feel to select bags from the Olas and Harrison lines. The material choice adds warmth and texture while keeping the brand’s structured design language intact.
Accessories also play into the theme. Bag charms shaped like olives, flowers, and lemons reference Mediterranean markets and coastal scenery, while functional pieces like the Belden Sunglass Charm cater to long, sun-filled days.
The collection also debuts a new Mediterranean Print, rolling out across items from Voyageur, Tegra-Lite, Belden, and Nassau collections. The print adds visual personality without straying from TUMI’s focus on usability.
Travel, but more intentional
According to Creative Director Victor Sanz, the collection reflects a shift toward more mindful travel — one that emphasizes sensory experiences and emotional connection.
That philosophy carries through both design and storytelling. The campaign presents TUMI in a more relaxed, playful light, while still anchored in the performance and precision the brand is known for.
“Mediterranean Escape” also extends beyond products, with planned global activations aimed at bringing the theme to life through immersive experiences.
Availability
The TUMI “Mediterranean Escape” Spring 2026 collection is now available via TUMI’s official Philippine website.
For more updates and behind-the-scenes content, the brand encourages fans to follow its social channels.
Travel
TUMI unveils the next generation Alpha collection
Lando Norris fronts a sharper, quieter take on TUMI’s most iconic travel line
TUMI has unveiled the next generation of its Alpha collection. This marks a refined evolution of its long-running travel and everyday carry lineup. The launch is led by Formula 1 World Champion and TUMI Global Brand Ambassador Lando Norris. He headlines a series of global campaigns that frame Alpha as gear built for modern movement.
Directed by Alice Schillaci and photographed by Reto Schmid, the campaign places Norris in a cinematic, mission-driven narrative. The visuals lean into precision and restraint, presenting Alpha as purposeful, focused, and intentionally understated. It’s less about flash and more about readiness.
That idea of readiness sits at the core of the collection’s redesign. According to TUMI Global Creative Director Victor Sanz, Alpha serves as a blueprint for how people move today. What they carry, how they access it, and how design can remove friction from the journey.
FXT Ballistic Nylon
At the center of the lineup is TUMI’s signature FXT Ballistic Nylon. It’s now paired with more streamlined pocket layouts, silent magnetic closures, and intuitive access points designed to reduce interruptions on the move. Key styles including the Dual Access Expandable Carry-On, TUMI Brief Pack™, Double Expansion Duffel, and Convertible Clutch Crossbody receive subtle refinements focused on efficiency and flow.
Alongside the updated designs, TUMI is also introducing Ultra Blue — a new accent color that appears across six core Alpha silhouettes. The vivid blue details highlight key touchpoints and serve as a visual nod to the brand’s ongoing focus on innovation and performance.
With this latest generation of Alpha, TUMI continues to evolve one of its most recognizable collections — not by reinventing it entirely, but by sharpening it for how people travel, work, and move today.
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