Tourism in the Philippines isn’t just about destinations—it’s about identity, livelihood, and national pride. This was the powerful message EastWest shared as it joined the 36th Philippine Travel Mart (PTM) 2025 as a major sponsor, standing alongside leaders and innovators shaping the future of travel.
EastWest CEO Jerry Ngo emphasized the deeper meaning of tourism in his address: “Filipino hospitality is never transactional; it is deeply personal. Tourism is not just an industry for us. It is an ecosystem—one we want to nurture from the ground up through partnerships and collaborations.”
EastWest at PTM 2025: Building a Travel Ecosystem
As a key partner at the country’s largest travel expo, EastWest offered visitors not just banking products, but meaningful tools to make travel more accessible, rewarding, and empowering.
A Booth That Travels With You
At the EastWest booth, visitors explored financial solutions tailored for travelers, including:
- On-site credit card applications
- Travel-friendly Personal Loans, Priority Banking, and Insurance
- Exclusive installment promos with partner travel merchants
Early Entrance Privilege for Cardholders
EastWest credit cardholders enjoyed a unique perk: exclusive early access to the exhibit from 9:00–10:00AM, allowing them to beat the crowds and snag the best deals. This reflects EastWest’s “EasyWay to Bank” mission—making life, banking, and even travel simpler and more personalized.
Banking That Goes Further
From travel-ready credit cards with installment options to NFC payments, airport lounge access, and real-time rewards, EastWest continues to shape a travel ecosystem built on ease and empowerment. Its parent company, Filinvest, reinforces this commitment with sustainable tourism investments in hospitality, food innovation, and eco-conscious infrastructure.
Partnering for Progress
Tourism thrives when banks, government, communities, and industries work together. By sponsoring PTM 2025, EastWest contributes not only to promoting tourism but also to building systems that empower Filipinos—from families planning vacations to communities benefiting from sustainable travel growth.
As CEO Jerry Ngo stressed: “If we nurture it, if we empower it with the right financial tools, the right partnerships, and the right spirit, then tourism will not just grow—it will transform lives.”
FAQs about EastWest at PTM 2025
Q: What is the Philippine Travel Mart?
A: PTM is the biggest travel expo in the country, gathering tourism stakeholders, businesses, and communities to showcase destinations and opportunities.
Q: What did EastWest offer at PTM 2025?
A: EastWest offered credit card applications, travel insurance, personal loan inquiries, exclusive promos, and early access perks for cardholders.
Q: How does EastWest support tourism beyond events?
A: EastWest provides travel-ready banking products, sustainable financing options, and digital tools while Filinvest invests in tourism infrastructure and eco-friendly hospitality projects.
Q: What makes EastWest’s approach to tourism different?
A: EastWest frames tourism as an ecosystem that nurtures culture, identity, and livelihood—going beyond banking into empowerment and sustainable growth.
