Celebrate 70 years — Philippine Airlines is giving away 70,000 free flights, and exploring hot destinations can be yours for just 7,000!

As Asia’s first airline, Philippine Airlines began operations in March 1941 with its maiden flight from Manila’s Nielsen Airport to Baguio. In those days, flying was a privilege enjoyed by very few, and the inaugural flight carried a total of just five passengers. Over the decades and with continuous technological advancements, the airline carried over 8.96 million passengers last year (2009), achieving an impressive year-on-year growth of 17.1% — a wonderful early celebration gift for its 70th anniversary.

To thank passengers and loyal customers for their continued support over the years, Philippine Airlines has introduced six great offers. The most attractive of these is the “Nine Draws, 70,000 Free Flights” promotion. From now until December 31, passengers who fly with Philippine Airlines will have the chance to win free flights equivalent to their traveled route or other prizes. Starting from the end of May, there will be regular draws over nine consecutive months. This is the perfect time to fly with Philippine Airlines — you might just be the lucky winner!

Philippine Airlines has been serving Taiwan for 53 years and is one of the first airlines to fly to the island. To help more Taiwanese travelers discover the charm of the Philippines, the airline’s Taiwan office has launched a special “Free Domestic Travel in the Philippines” campaign. From now until April 7, anyone purchasing a round-trip ticket from Taipei to Manila will not only enjoy a nearly 50% discount — just 6,670 yuan — but can also extend their trip to 11 popular domestic destinations in the Philippines for free. Beloved Taiwanese destinations such as Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, and the diving haven of Coron are all included.

Additionally, the world-famous Broadway musical Cats is set to make a grand debut in Manila. To show appreciation to travelers who love the arts, Philippine Airlines is offering a three-day, two-night Manila “Cats” musical package that includes tickets to the show and five-star accommodation at the Sofitel. For just 15,500 yuan, you can embark on this adventure. Imagine taking just one day off, not spending a fortune to fly to New York, staying at a five-star hotel, and enjoying everything Manila has to offer in terms of shopping, dining, and sightseeing — this package is truly a great value!

Furthermore, Philippine Airlines is also offering special flight promotions and deals to eight popular travel destinations in the U.S., Canada, and Australia. The promotion covers frequently visited and much-loved destinations among Taiwanese travelers, including Hawaii, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Vancouver, Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney. Travelers planning a trip before April 30 should act fast. For more details on these offers, please visit the Philippine Airlines website at www.philippineairlines.com or contact a Philippine Airlines booking office near you.