Bohol’s Panglao Island among top 10 trending destinations for 2025

Sunset in Panglao, Bohol (PNA photo by Joan Bondoc)

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Tourism (DOT) celebrates the recognition of Panglao, Bohol, as one of the top 10 trending destinations for 2025 by Skyscanner.

Skyscanner is a portal for travelers to compare flights, hotels, and car hire prices.

The DOT said in a news release Sunday that the latest achievement is a testament to the island’s appeal and the growing global interest in the Philippines.

Ranked eighth among the best places to visit, Panglao saw a 77 percent increase in flight searches in the first half of 2024.

Bohol is known for its diverse tourism offerings and is described by Skyscanner as “emerging as another Asian wellness and well-being destination and a great alternative to more familiar places in Europe.”

Visitors are drawn to Panglao’s pristine beaches, Chocolate Hills, and eco-sites like the Loboc River and Tarsier Sanctuary.

The accolade followed the recent successful hosting of the International Health and Wellness Tourism Congress in the Philippines.

Skyscanner based the rankings on increases in flight searches between Jan. 1 and June 30, 2024, compared to the same period in 2023.

Its analysis revealed a trend among United Kingdom travelers gravitating toward lesser-known yet remarkable destinations that offer unique experiences beyond Europe.

Occupying the Nos. 1 to 7 spots are Reggio Calabria, Italy; Tartu, Estonia; Siem Reap, Cambodia; Baltimore, United States; Portsmouth, Dominica; Cordoba, Spain; and Tromso, Norway.

Stuttgart, Germany, and Thiruvanan-thapuram, India, ranked 9th and 10th.