PRESS CONFERENCE. (L-R) BPI regional marketing head Julienne Irene Chiong and SilkAir Philippines manager Ganesh Perumal discussed in a press conference about their upcoming SilkAir Travel Fair happening on February 19-21, 2016 at the Ayala Center Cebu (Photo by Shiela Malvie Alforque)
By: Dyanne Royz Leong
Photos by: Shiela Malve Alforque
Have you ever dreamed of traveling around the world but is held back by budget constraints?
SilkAir will make your dream a reality as the regional wing of Singapore Airlines (SIA) will be offering the lowest and all-inclusive round trip promo fares in over 50 destinations around the world via the SilkAir Travel Fair 2016 set from February 19-21, 2016 at the Ayala Center Cebu.
The Fair, which is happening for the second straight year, will be a three-day event and will bring fantastic airfares to SilkAir destinations around the world.
SilkAir Philippines manager Garnesh Perumal announced the largest countrywide travel sale during a recent press conference which was also graced by Julienne Irene Chiong, the regional marketing head of BPI, one of the airline’s partners.
“SilkAir joins in to celebrate SIA’s huge milestone of 50 years in the Philippines with amazing fares to over 50 destinations around the world. SilkAir, as the regional wing of Singapore Airlines, provides seamless connectivity from the Visayas and Mindanao regions to the greater SIA network without compromising on renowned service and value,” said Perumal.
Perumal added “We are excited to bring our largest countrywide travel sale for our Filipino customers, to thank them for their continued support for SilkAir and Singapore Airlines throughout the years.”
According to Perumal, aside from the promotional fares, they are also offering unique and exclusive perks that are not usually found in other travel fairs.
REWARDING CUSTOMERS WITH THE LARGEST TRAVEL SALE: MORE THAN 50 GREAT FARES
KrisFlyer members, BPI credit cardholders, Globe Platinum customers as well as Glorietta and Ayala Center Cebu shoppers are in for a treat as SIA offers all-inclusive round trip promotional fares starting from as low as USD150, with an option of real 0% interest for up to 6 months under the BPI Special Installment Plan. Promotional sale is valid for purchase from February 1 to 29, 2016 with travel dates until December 31, 2016. Travel is valid out of Manila on Singapore Airlines and out of Cebu, Davao and Kalibo on SilkAir.
Economy Class Fares
All-in round-trip Economy Class fares to Singapore are available from just USD150 and to Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Hong Kong from USD200. Other Asian countries within reach are Japan and Korea from USD400. Economy Class fares to Australia are available for as low as USD600 and to Europe at USD880. And from only USD950, passengers can already travel to New Zealand and the United States.
Premium Economy Class Fares
Travelers can experience SIA’s latest cabin product with the special Premium Economy Class rates fares to Delhi and Mumbai from USD1,200, Sydney from USD1,350, Auckland from USD1,800 and Europe and US from USD1,850.
Business Class Fares
Enjoy Business Class service on your flight to Singapore starting from just USD950. Other Southeast Asian countries including Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam and Cambodia are within your reach starting from just USD850 and Myanmar from just USD950.
Visit the world-class city of Dubai or the beautiful beaches of Maldives from only USD1,800. Promotional fares for Business Class passengers to Australia start at USD2,000, to India from USD2,000 and South Africa from USD3,000. If the New Zealand Alps and European cultures excite you, they are yours to marvel at for only USD3,000. Customers can also pack their bags for a trip to the US with an all-in round trip ticket for as low as USD3,500.
DELIGHT IN THESE EXCLUSIVE CELEBRATORY PERKS
Real 0% Special Installment Plan and USD50 Cash Back On top of the great promotional fares, SilkAir and SIA customers can also enjoy special treats from the airline’s partners. Customers can avail of Real 0% interest up to 6 months Installment Plan on BPI Credit Card and also receive USD50 cash back for every purchase of two tickets beyond Singapore of the same itinerary valid for travel from February to December 2016. Or, four tickets to Singapore of the same itinerary valid for travel from April 1 to June 30, 2016 and December 1 to 31, 2016.
Free 1-night Hotel Stay in Singapore or Free Admission to over 20 attractions
Customers who purchase the aforementioned promotional tickets will have the option to redeem a complimentary SIA Singapore Explorer Pass or SIA Singapore Stopover Holiday package, subject to terms and conditions. The SIA Singapore Explorer Pass provides travelers access to over 20 different attractions, including Gardens by the Bay, Madame Tussauds, Singapore Cable Car, Singapore Zoo, Singapore Flyer and free rides on the SIA Hop on Bus.
The Singapore Stopover Holiday package, redeemable by passengers with beyond-Singapore itineraries, includes 1-night hotel accommodation, return airport transfers and admission to popular attractions.
Free SGD20 Changi Dollar Voucher
Customers traveling beyond Singapore can redeem a complimentary SGD20 Changi Dollar Voucher which can be used with no minimum purchase at participating shops, restaurants and lounge at the Singapore Changi Airport.
Generous Baggage Allowances
The all-in exceptional value fares come with 30kg baggage allowance for Economy, 35kg for Premium Economy and 40kg for Business Class.
Silkair
SilkAir senior sales officer Kristine Dianne Aguilar Lim also made mention that in celebration of their golden year, they have opened their newest destinations from the Philippines such as a trip to Canberra in Australia, Dusseldorf in Germany and Wellington in New Zealand.
Lim added that this way, they are bringing more Filipinos not only to Singapore but also to different parts of the world in a very affordable price. (WITH PRESS RELEASE)
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