Following years of being cooped up in their homes, Filipinos are looking to break free from the monotony of the COVID-19 lockdowns. Brands can leverage this wave of revenge travel by tailoring services to their desire for active ecotourism, immersive experiences, and pandemic-resilient travelling.
Atty Analiza Rebuelta-Teh is the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Undersecretary for Climate Change and the focal point of the National Designated Authority (NDA) for the Green Climate Fund (GCF). As the Philippine NDA, she oversees all of GCF's activities in the country. She completed law school at the University of the Philippines and was recognised as one of the UP College of Law Alumni for Public Service.
Susan Santos de Cárdenas is the current president and CEO of the Society for Sustainable Tourism (SST), Green Destinations (GD) Southeast Asia Partner and Representative. She has led several sustainable tourism projects in the country ad region, including authoring The Coron Initiative UNEP APFED Showcase Program among other Initiatives in the Philippines. She actively promotes good travel practices and experiences, circular economy, and sustainable MICE, while also working regional, national and local government units in destination development, management, cultural, heritage and environmental stewardship to include East and Southeast Asia with her global network.
Melanie Bacelisco is a seasoned writer with five years of experience, specialising in health and sustainability topics. With a passion for spreading the right healthcare information, she crafts engaging content that informs and inspires readers to care for their wellbeing. Melanie's work reflects her dedication to creating a healthier, more sustainable world using the power of words.