PPA Projects 1.93 Million Sea Travelers for Undas
The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) anticipates 1.93 million sea travelers between October 27 and November 5 for the Undas holidays. While expecting a surge, the PPA is also considering potential cancellations due to high fuel costs and will revive an online reservation system to ease congestion.
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