Airline cabin crew members are paid to travel, and it is through these travels that they discover new spots. This is why cabin crew members do also make the best tourist guides. The nature of their work allows them to see the world in a wider perspective.
Alvin Lasco is an AirAsia senior cabin crew who truly loves his job which takes him to different places. To him, there is nothing like enjoying the beautiful view up there while serving passengers with a smile. Being a cabin crew is truly a dream come true for him.
Dual roles in AirAsia
There is always that silver lining in every crisis. This covid-19 pandemic, considered as the worse crisis in the aviation industry, has greatly affected AirAsia Philippines’ flights. The plummet in air travel demand has forced AirAsia to reduce the number of flights, thus, Alvin was left with barely any flights. Fortunately, he was given an additional assignment. This is to be the external influencers lead under the airline’s Communications and Public Affairs Department.
No matter what, both roles as cabin crew and influencer lead in AirAsia has allowed Alvin to travel, both for work and for leisure purposes. He now recommends a few places in the Philippines for your workcation. All these places are reachable via AirAsia!
We are all excited to travel again and we are sure you are now planning your future travels. The vaccines bring a lot of hope that soon, we would be able to return to our normal lives. We would be able to travel freely again, with AirAsia!
Below are flight steward Alvin Lasco’s recommendations for your staycation. We do all want to destress, so maybe, you can include these places in your list. He narrates these three spots.
Boracay
In one of my official work trips, I bumped into my college batchmate Benneth who is now a Loan and Broker Support Manager in a private company. She and her husband TJ, a sourcing officer from a different company, flew with AirAsia to Boracay and decided to stay until the end of May.
When asked what made them decide to stay on the island for nearly three months, Benneth said, “Aside from the stunning beaches, I feel very safe here. We’re able to do our work properly thanks to the stable internet connection, and we’re able to enjoy the plenty of activities the island has to offer right after working. It’s a complete package perfect for working individuals like us.”
Due to the implementation of the Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine within NCR Plus (Metro Manila, Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna and Rizal), only essential travel is allowed to and from Manila, though AirAsia flies to Boracay once a week to assist stranded leisure travelers who wish to fly home while commercial flights for leisure remain unavailable.
Bohol
Home to the iconic Chocolate Hills and the world’s smallest primates, Bohol is one of the most beautiful destinations in the Philippines. From its pristine beaches and waterfalls, Bohol’s natural beauty never fails to stun me.
Aby Marano, a professional volleyball player and a newspaper columnist who recently had a business trip to Bohol last February is scheduled to fly back with AirAsia next month.
“Bohol is the ideal workation destination for me because of the scenery and relaxed environment; exactly what I need when writing a column. During my free time, I’m able to play volleyball with locals and friends who are living there.”
Workations can be a bit costly if not properly budgeted. That is why AirAsia offers amazingly low flight + hotel stay packages through SNAP, to take care of your workation dreams. Book from as low as PHP 3,088 per person.
Cebu
Cebu also has the best to offer when it comes to pleasing the senses. With its beautiful scenery and mouth-watering delicacies, you’ll have plenty to do (and eat) after that Zoom meeting or business proposal.
Known for its exceptional food, Cebu’s culinary landscape is diverse and unlike any other. Whether it’s a new concept restaurant around the metro, or a classic Cebu food spot, you’re sure to satisfy your cravings during your trip. Cebu will always be a destination worth traveling to even just to eat, and it has in fact attracted a lot of guests for that very reason.
From the recent data from health authorities, cases of COVID-19 in the province of Cebu have significantly decreased over the past weeks. With the heightened safety protocols in place, Cebu makes for a perfect workcation destination.
While on workation, we must remember to keep ourselves safe and healthy. A proper diet, physical activity, adequate rest, and taking care of our mental health not only improves our overall health and wellness, but also makes us more resilient at this time of a pandemic. And while we are out and about, let’s always remember to wear a mask and face shield properly, wash and sanitize the hands often, and abide by the local regulations and safety protocols implemented by the LGUs. Tara, workation na! Enjoy your workation and let me know how it goes!
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