The Best Way To Support Local Tourism & Businesses
During these trying times of uncertainties and halted tourism, it is now up to us to make a positive impact and support the local tourism and businesses out there.
Hereโs how we can all help right now. ๐ค
You can opt to convert your tickets on missed flights to a travel fund
When your flight is canceled or rescheduled, some airlines provide options on what to do with your booking. Before you rebook or request a refund, how about considering to convert your ticket to a travel fund?
A travel fund is a virtual wallet where you can transfer the cost of your ticket, which can then be used to pay for your future bookings.
Treat yourself with a travel coupon that you can use on your next vacation
Have something to look forward to and treat yourself with a vacation on your dream destination after the lockdown.
Some hotels offer travel coupons that you can use on your future trips where sales will be used to help send donations to the local community.
Consider a no-contact drop-off delivery from local restaurants and businesses and donโt forget to tip well.
A lot of local restaurants are offering delivery right now, some for the first time ever. We can support restaurants by ordering takeout or delivery and maybe discover dishes that we havenโt tried before!
To also help employed workers, please tip them generously if youโre able.
Shop local groceries and everyday items
You can stay in the comfort of your own home and order your needed food and supplies from online grocery shops with delivery service.
There are online shops that cater to a wide range of Filipino-made products, from food, beverage, and household essentials to fashion, beauty, and wellness products.
Subscribe for online classes that you normally visit offline
Whatever activity you wish to pursue while in quarantine, give it a go and challenge yourself through online courses and free virtual classes.
Take this quarantine period to keep yourself healthy physically, mentally and spiritually.
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