Are you yearning to explore the world
but finding yourself constrained by a tight budget
and limited time? Let ‘Biyaheng South’ be the beacon of hope that turns your
travel dreams into reality.
Metro Pacific Tollways
South (MPT South), in
partnership the Department of Tourism (DOT)
Region IV-A (-CALABARZON), Department of the
Interior and Local Government (DILGIV-A), and
Cavite Provincial Tourism
and Cultural Affairs Office
successfully concluded its
Biyaheng South Summer
Tour 2023. This activity is
a platform for a one-of-akind budget-friendly and
unforgettable summer
experience, where historical and leisure gems are
made accessible through
MPT South’s expressway
network.
For this tour,
go-to content creators,
Travel with Karla, DarSheyGoesTo, TheJosephVerallo, All About Cavite,
and Hello Eats Nani took
part as Ka-Biyaheros who
embarked on a thrilling
two-day road trip through
CAVITEX, leading them to
the historical, gastronomic, and leisure treasures of
the Province of Cavite.
The team kicked
off the day with a tour of
the sustainable headquarters of CAVITEX and
CALAX – the MPT South
HUB, in Imus, Cavite. This
4-storey building proudly
holds a LEED (Leadership
in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold certification. Highlighted on
the tour are the building’s
innovative and eco-friendly features, including a
solar panel field harnessing renewable energy, the
building’s biophilic design
that seamlessly blends
with nature, a dedicated
charging station for electric vehicles (EV), and an
advanced traffic control
room.
Afterwards, in
celebration of National
Heritage Month, the team
visited Museo ni Aguinaldo in Kawit, Cavite. This
historic site, where Emilio
Aguinaldo proclaimed
Philippine Independence
on June 12, 1898, served
as an enlightening experience for the team, deepening their appreciation for
our country’s heritage.
A sumptuous
lunch featuring delicious
Caviteno cuisine was
served at Malen’s Restaurant, just a few minutes’
drive from CAVITEX Kawit
Exit.
Continuing the
adventure, our Ka-Biyaheros discovered the enchanting ‘happiest place
in Cavite’ – Torres Farm
& Resort in the picturesque town of Naic. This
family-friendly resort delighted the visitors with
its adult and kiddie pools
and showcased replicas
of iconic landmarks from
around the world. From
the Taj Mahal in India to
the Empire State Building
in New York and the Merlion Park in Singapore,
where our Biyaheros had
fun taking snapshots and
basking in the wonders of
these remarkable destinations, all in a single day.
The team also
had the opportunity to
participate in a unique
pizza-making activity at
Amare La Cucina, located
within the resort premises. They immersed themselves in the art of preparing brick oven cooked
pizzas, savoring the joy of
culinary creation in a serene setting.
“As our region continuously commits to
sustainable tourism, we
regenerate opportunities
that are rooted in our provinces’ destinations and attractions. We share these
hidden gems, culture,
and traditions with our domestic and international
travelers through paving
a way and bridging lands
via CALAX and CAVITEX
that made it easier to access various places in
the south,” Department of
Tourism Region IV-A Director, Ms. Marites Castro
said. “Our aim is to
promote economic growth
and development in the
south while showcasing
the beauty and cultural
significance of our destinations. Through our partnerships with the Department of Tourism (DOT),
Department of the Interior
and Local Government
(DILG), and the Province
of Cavite, we have successfully gathered a diverse group of online content creators, known as
our ‘Ka-Biyaheros,’ who
play a vital role in sharing
these remarkable sites
with their digital audience
and inspiring them to experience the wonders of
Cavite firsthand,” stated
Arlette Capistrano, MPT
South’s Vice President
for Communication and
Stakeholder Management
“Biyaheng South”, MPT
South’s tourism advocacy
program, has garnered
recognition for its exceptional efforts in promoting
its toll road networks CAVITEX and its C5 Link segment, and CALAX, as the
gateway to the enchanting
destinations and attractions in the South. Leveraging the power of social
media platforms like Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram, Biyaheng South has
successfully reached and
engaged with over 25,000
dedicated followers. With
captivating content, Biyaheng South’s TikTok videos alone have amassed
over 1 million views, while
their Facebook presence
has reached a remarkable lifetime audience of
430,000. This digital success has not only contributed to increased vehicle
traffic along MPT South’s
expressways but has also
played a crucial role in
revitalizing the economic
growth of the provinces.
“In addition to
ensuring accessible roads
and convenient travel for
individuals, MPT South
is dedicated to enhancing the tourism sector in
Region 4-A. Through our
‘Biyaheng South’ program,
our goal is to continuously
highlight as many destinations as possible in the region that are conveniently
found near Metro Manila
and easily accessible via
our toll road network. By
featuring these fascinating attractions, we aim
to promote regional tourism, encourage exploration, and foster economic
growth in the area.” added
Capistrano.
MPT South is a
subsidiary of Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation
(MPTC), the toll road development arm of Metro
Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC). It is the
biggest toll road builder
and operator in the country. Aside from the CAVITEX and CALAX, MPTC’s
domestic portfolio includes
the concessions for the
North Luzon Expressway
(NLEX), the NLEX Connector Road, the SubicClark-Tarlac Expressway
(SCTEX), and the Cebu-Cordova Link Expressway (CCLEX) in Cebu.PR
For inquiries about this
press release please
email us at: corpcomm@
mptsouth.com
