Product Code: ETC8838914 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Jun 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Bhawna Singh | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
Cruise tourism is experiencing a revival post-pandemic, with the Philippines positioned as a key destination and port-of-call in Southeast Asia. The archipelago`s scenic islands and cultural heritage are major attractions. Government support for port upgrades and tourism promotion is boosting the sector, alongside increasing regional cruise traffic.
Cruise tourism in the Philippines is growing with increasing interest from international cruise liners exploring Southeast Asian routes. The countrys archipelagic geography offers numerous destinations, but underdeveloped port infrastructure and service capabilities remain hurdles to mass adoption.
Cruise tourism in the Philippines faces several infrastructure gaps, including insufficient ports equipped for large cruise liners and a lack of organized tour experiences at destinations. Bureaucratic delays in customs and immigration, coupled with seasonal typhoons, affect cruise schedules. Additionally, regional competition from more developed cruise hubs like Singapore and Hong Kong presents challenges.
Cruise tourism is set to rebound post-pandemic, driven by international partnerships and domestic island routes. Investors can fund cruise terminals, floating hotels, or shore excursion businesses. Collaborations with global cruise lines and local government units to develop port infrastructure and tourism circuits are strategic entry points.
Cruise tourism is regulated by the Department of Tourism (DOT), in coordination with the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) and the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA). The National Cruise Tourism Strategy promotes port development, regulatory simplification, and investment incentives for terminal operations. Government policy supports the upgrading of ports to international standards and the development of cruise circuits linking major tourist destinations. Tax incentives and infrastructure funding are being provided under the National Tourism Development Plan (NTDP), with a focus on attracting international cruise liners and boosting local economic development.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Overview |
3.1 Philippines Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Duration, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Passenger Age, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Trends |
6 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market, By Types |
6.1 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Revenues & Volume, By River Cruise, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Revenues & Volume, By Ocean Cruise, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Revenues & Volume, By Expedition Cruise, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Revenues & Volume, By Theme Cruise, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.7 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Revenues & Volume, By Adventure Cruise, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.8 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market, By Duration |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Revenues & Volume, By 1- 7 Days, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Revenues & Volume, By 8 To 14 Days, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Revenues & Volume, By 15-20 Days, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Revenues & Volume, By More Than 21 Days, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market, By Passenger Age |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Revenues & Volume, By Less Than 12 Years, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Revenues & Volume, By 13-19 Years, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Revenues & Volume, By 20-39 Years, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.5 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Revenues & Volume, By 40-59 Years, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.6 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Revenues & Volume, By Above 60 Years, 2021- 2031F |
7 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Opportunity Assessment, By Duration, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Opportunity Assessment, By Passenger Age, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Philippines Cruise Tourism Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |