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| AirAsia Philippines delighted spectators during the Float Parade of the 38th Kadayawan Festival in Davao City with its spectacular float. (Image Source: Orange Magazine TV/AirAsia Philippines) |
AirAsia Philippines delighted festival goers at Davao City’s 38th Kadayawan Festival, winning the award for second best float at the annual celebration which welcomed over 50,000 tourists and visitors to the King City of the South per city officials. Achieving second place from a total of nine float designs entered into the competition for the daku (large) category at Pamulak sa Kadayawan Floral Float Parade, the World’s Best Low-Cost Airline paid homage to the City’s rich indigenous culture with a depiction showing a soaring red and white aircraft above a bountiful harvest joined by Allstars (AirAsia employees).
“The recognition is a testament to AirAsia’s unwavering commitment and support for the local communities we proudly serve. In addition to inviting guests to immerse in the vibrancy and diversity of each of our destinations, we also reaffirm our role as a steadfast partner in strengthening the local tourism industry and driving inclusive economic growth for all," said AirAsia Philippines Head for Communications and Public Affairs and First Officer Steve Dailisan. Event organizer, HQ Productions founder Harold Quibete bared in an interview, “Even before the competition started, we already knew [AirAsia Philippines] would make it [as a finalist] because we loved your float. Although we are not the judges, I didn’t realize we have the same taste!” “Davao City has been very welcoming to all domestic and international tourists. We will do our best to make every presentation better and better every year. This is one way of saying the doors of Davao are open and life is here!” he exclaimed.
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| Actresses Thea Tolentino and Michelle Vito aboard the AirAsia Philippines float (Image Source: Orange Magazine TV/AirAsia Philippines) |
Enhancing travelers’ festival experience even further, the World’s Best Low-Cost Airline also treated festival-goers to appearances from its top celebrity stars during the six-hour tour through the King City of the South. Greeting locals and travelers from onboard the parade float, the likes of top-notch actress Michelle Vito and Kapuso A-lister Thea Tolentino graced the festivities along with other personalities. Vito, best known for starring in Ang Probinsyano, The Iron Heart, and Halik sa Hangin, also invited guests to take advantage of AirAsia’s Piso Sale. “Here is the sign you’ve been waiting for! Whether you have your sights set on exploring the local scene or jet-setting across the region, the Piso Sale is sure to make travel even more convenient and hassle-free for everyone,” she said. Meanwhile, Tolentino, who is best known for her roles across various hit GMA television series including The Half Sisters, Haplos, and The Lost Recipe, revealed this is her first time to participate at the highly celebrated festival. “The chance to witness the beauty of the Kadayawan Festival alongside my AirAsia family has been a once in a lifetime experience. I am immensely grateful and look forward to fully unlocking my travel bucket list further with AirAsia’s Piso Sale,” she added.
The festivities continue with the World’s Best Low-Cost Airline through its much-awaited Piso Sale. Guests raring to achieve their travel goals get the chance to fly immerse in the vibrant culture of top domestic destinations such as Davao, Cagayan De Oro, Caticlan, Roxas City, and more for as low as Php1 one-way base fare; or international destinations including Osaka and Seoul, for as low as Php588 one-way base fare when booking trips between February 19, 2024 and June 19, 2025. To stay updated on the latest promotions, travel advisories, and news from the World’s Best Low-Cost Airline, check out the airasia Superapp, the official website (www.airasia.com), and social media channels.
