Excellent news for lovers of exoticism and a change of scenery: after two decades of absence, Air France is reconnecting with a destination of great wealth.
Travelers looking for new exotic destinations will be delighted. Air France has just announced the opening of a new direct route from December 7, 2024. This will be a first in 20 years. The company will offer 3 weekly flights, Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, operated by Airbus A350-900, a brand new aircraft that offers optimal comfort in its 324 seats divided into three classes.
This new destination will appeal to travelers looking for an escape and a change of scenery. Consisting of more than 7,000 islands, this Southeast Asian archipelago is home to spectacular landscapes between green rice fields carved into the mountain face, beaches of pristine white sand surrounded by turquoise waters, seabeds of exceptional richness, not forgetting of fascinating cities.
Teeming with life, the capital Manila sets the tone with its stunning mix of gleaming skyscrapers and baroque churches dating back to Spanish colonization. A joyful architectural maelstrom accompanied by a permanent cultural and culinary ferment. Alongside modern malls, street stalls treat Manileños to tasty specialties such as lechon, a fried suckling pig, adobo, a stew simmered in vinegar and soy sauce, or halo-halo, a colorful dessert made with fruit, condensed milk and crushed ice. So many dishes that are the pride of a nation known for its legendary sense of hospitality.
As you can see, this new destination offered by Air France is the Philippines! From the UNESCO-listed rice terraces of Banaue to the sublime beaches of El Nido, the baroque churches of Cebu and the Palawan Nature Reserve, the Philippines offers a wonderful mix of adventure and discovery. The icing on the cake is that entry formalities are kept to a minimum with a simple passport valid for 6 months and a visa issued free on arrival for tourist stays of up to 30 days.
So many arguments that the Philippines should quickly become the new darling of French travelers looking for unique experiences. And with this direct Paris-Manila flight operated by Air France with 3 weekly rotations in an A350-900 from December 7, 2024, the archipelago will never have been so close.
Departing from Paris at 23:20 for an arrival the next day at 19:30, and returning from Manila at 21:50 to land the next day at 17:50, this new flight is ideal for making the most of your stay The timetables are specially designed according to Air France to enable passengers to easily reach their hotel or continue to another island upon arrival in Manila. Enough to democratize and boost French tourism in the Philippines. Notice to lovers of an authentic change of scenery: the Philippines awaits you!