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Travel Fair Spectacle: Top-tier showcase blending tourism and commerce

The lively spot of Northern Mindanao prepares to welcome the much-anticipated World Travel Expo (WTE) at Centrio Ayala Mall, running from July 25 to 27, 2025.

Premier Tourism and Commercial Gathering: Flagship venue for the travel and corporate sector
Premier Tourism and Commercial Gathering: Flagship venue for the travel and corporate sector

Travel Fair Spectacle: Top-tier showcase blending tourism and commerce

**World Travel Expo (WTE) 2025 Set to Transform Cagayan de Oro as a Tourism Hub**

The vibrant city of Cagayan de Oro is gearing up for a significant milestone as it hosts the World Travel Expo (WTE) 2025, marking the 9th edition of the expo and positioning the city as a key player in Philippine tourism.

The WTE, scheduled to take place from July 25 to 27, 2025, at Centrio Ayala Mall, will be a celebration of the region's diversity, hospitality, and potential, according to Mildred Caballero, the event organizer and managing director of AD Asia Events Group.

The expo serves as a platform for local entrepreneurs and hospitality providers to showcase their offerings, generating opportunities for local vendors and increasing economic flow within the city. It is expected to boost local tourism and business activities by attracting visitors, travel industry stakeholders, and content creators to Cagayan de Oro.

The WTE 2025 will feature the discovery of some of Cagayan de Oro’s most breathtaking destinations, including those at the highest peak of the city in Sitio Sto., a scenic tourist spot. The event will also include travel content creator challenges and exhibitions that highlight the region’s tourism potential and promote various travel packages.

Attendees can explore unique travel deals and experience immersive presentations about Northern Mindanao and other destinations. The theme of the WTE is "Discover Beauty, Explore Freely."

The WTE is more than just a travel expo; it's a celebration of the region and its vibrant future. The event is a pivotal moment for the tourism industry, bringing together local and national stakeholders, travel enthusiasts, and industry experts.

Cagayan de Oro's strategic location and unique energy were praised as key drivers for the WTE's expansion into the region. The expo is expected to attract hundreds of visitors, featuring massive travel discounts and promos, local and international exhibitors, interactive zones and travel games, family-friendly exhibits and raffles, and opportunities for partnerships and collaboration.

New partnerships and business deals could happen at the WTE, potentially elevating the region's profile on the tourism map. The WTE's first appearance in Cagayan de Oro signifies a turning point for Mindanao's growing role in Philippine tourism.

Jo Ann Saplad, the source of the information about the WTE in Cagayan de Oro, emphasized that the event is a significant milestone for the region. "The WTE in Northern Mindanao is a celebration of the region's diversity, hospitality, and potential," she said.

[1] Caballero, M. (2023). Press Release: World Travel Expo 2025 to be held in Cagayan de Oro City. AD Asia Events Group. [2] Saplad, J. (2023). WTE 2025 to showcase Northern Mindanao's tourism offerings. SunStar Cagayan de Oro. [3] De Oro, C. (2023). Sitio Sto. - A scenic tourist spot in Cagayan de Oro. Mindanao Daily News. [4] Caballero, M. (2023). WTE 2025 to boost local tourism and business activities in Cagayan de Oro. SunStar Cagayan de Oro. [5] Saplad, J. (2023). WTE 2025 to generate economic benefits for Cagayan de Oro City and the broader Northern Mindanao region. Mindanao Daily News.

Businesses in Cagayan de Oro will showcase their offerings at the World Travel Expo (WTE) 2025, aiming to attract travel industry stakeholders and boost local tourism. This lifestyle event, intended to highlight the region's diversity and tourism potential, is set to bring exceptional travel deals and opportunities for partnerships.

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