The Daily Tribune
Holy Week influx: 1.7M expected in seaports
The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) anticipates over 1.73 million passengers from April 14 to 20 for this year's Holy Week.
This projection represents a 3.5 percent increase from the 1.67 million passengers recorded last year.
PPA General Manager Jay Santiago cited the overlap of the Lenten season with summer as a reason for the expected rise in sea travel.
The PPA is implementing 'OPLAN Biyaheng Ayos: Semana Santa 2025' to manage the surge, deploying additional personnel and enhancing terminal operations.
Key ports expected to experience a significant influx include Batangas, Mindoro, Panay/Guimaras, Negros Oriental/Siquijor, and Bohol.
The PPA is prepared for the increased passenger volume, which is nearing pre-pandemic figures, and advises passengers to book tickets in advance and allow extra travel time.
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