Heroes’ Lounge for soldiers, cops opened in 24 airports

MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has opened Heroes’ Lounges  in 24 airports exclusively for active and retired policemen, soldiers and their immediate families.

“The initiative was launched to show appreciation and gratitude to the country’s military men for their sacrifices towards peace and in defending and securing the nation,” the DOTr said in a statement.

“The Heroes’ Lounge was installed to accommodate travelling uniformed personnel (including those who have retired), Medal of Valor awardees, and their immediate families travelling with them,” the agency said.

The lounges have built-in WiFi, comfortable seats and relaxing interiors.

The following are the airports with a Heroes’ Lounge:

1. Puerto Princesa International Airport
2. General Santos International Airport
3. Zamboanga International Airport
4. Davao International Airport
5. Kalibo International Airport
6. Laoag International Airport
7. Iloilo International Airport
8. Butuan Airport
9. Laguindingan Airport
10. Bacolod-Silay Airport
11. Cotabato Airport
12. Tacloban Airport
13. Dipolog Airport
14. Dumaguete Airport
15. Legazpi Airport
16. Naga Airport
17. Pagadian Airport
18. Roxas Airport
19. San Jose Airport
20. Bohol-Panglao International Airport
21. Tuguegarao Airport
22. Virac Airport
23. Cauayan Airport
24. Ozamis Airport / gsg