So, you have already read ALL the pages of this website (you HAVE, haven't you?), and now you have decided whether or not you need more assistance or a guide or consultant for your trip there (THAT'S ME), and whether you do or not wish any personal assistance from me, you have decided it's time to purchase your airline tickets.
Allow me to save you time and money. Unlike the many websites who have a financial interest in travel referrals. We do not. But after ten years of excellent service to Philippine Traveler and our clients, I am proud to recommend the Agency/Consolidator that we use. Not only is Helen Busto the owner of NEW HORIZONS TRAVEL, Inc, but she was formerly Customer Service Representative for Philippine Airlines. Being Filipina herself, her knowledge and information regarding the Philippines is outstanding! No matter where you are located in the USA, no matter what airlines you wish to fly, she can take care of your ticket needs!
Remember when using the online ticket sites, that in many cases the price does not include taxes, airport terminal fees, security fees, etc.. In most cases, Helen has been able to obtain tickets that are as good or even cheaper than the online tickets after taxes, fees, etc.. Most importantly, should you have a question, or in the rare event there is a problem (such as wishing to change a date of return from manila), YOU HAVE A REAL HUMAN BEING TO CONTACT!! I am aware of situations where there was a traveler who had a problem in the Philippines, and even though he was not a client of Helen's, she provided the solution to their problems. This is especially true if you need to change your return date.
Be advised that the airline industry plans to make ALL Airline tickets the so-called "paper tickets". Many travelers also aren't aware that once they have the reservations and tickets paid for, most airlines have their web sights set up so you can actually view a schematic of the seating in the plane where you and any travel companion can actually pick, choose and reserve particular seats.
Please do us a favor and should you choose to call NEW HORIZONS TRAVEL, ask for HELEN BUSTO and tell her that you were referred by PHILIPPINE TRAVELER.
New Horizons Travel Inc.
Attn: Helen Busto
2107 Van Ness Ave Ste 201
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 441-2463