Frequently Asked Questions

The magazine’s mission is to showcase the beauty, culture and tourism potential of the Philippines, to inspire locals and international visitors to explore and appreciate Philippine destinations and hospitality

 The target audience includes travel-enthusiasts, hospitality and tourism professionals, domestic and international tourists, as well as businesses in the tourism/hospitality industry.

Lakbay Magazine appears to have a digital presence (online journal) and is also described as a bi-monthly print publication dedicated to the tourism/hospitality industry. 

It is described as a bi-monthly publication in one announcement.

Lakbay Magazine is based in the Philippines, with its launch held at Hotel Lucky Chinatown in Binondo, Manila.

To subscribe, you may visit the Lakbay Magazine website and sign up for digital issues or look for subscription details. (Note: website currently lists content and may have subscription link.) 

Specific pricing details aren’t widely published online. You may contact the magazine’s editorial or subscription office for cost information.

You can contact the editorial team via the magazine’s website or official social media channels, and follow their submission guidelines. The website offers a contact page. 

Content types include destination features, local culture, hospitality/hotel reviews, food and drink, travel experiences, eco-tourism, new/unnamed destinations, and insider tips.

While specific submission guidelines are not detailed in public sources, they likely require a travel-writing style, high-quality photography, and alignment with the magazine’s theme. It’s best to request the “Contributor Guidelines” directly.

Yes. As a travel/hospitality magazine, Lakbay Magazine offers advertising and partnership opportunities for businesses, hotels and destinations seeking exposure. 

Yes. During its launch the magazine was supported by guests from the government tourism sector and hospitality industry, indicating collaboration with tourism bodies and agencies. 

While its core focus is the Philippines, the description mentions “the country, and the world,” which suggests it may include select international destinations.

Readers can follow Lakbay Magazine’s official website, subscribe to email updates (if available), and follow our Facebook page.

Contact details should be available on the official website. One public social media listing exists on Facebook. 

 If you find an error in a published article, contact the editorial office via the magazine’s contact channels, reference the article, date, and details needing correction, and request an erratum or correction notice.

Back issues or digital archives may be available on the website or via inquiry with the magazine. The “Travel” category page shows several destination articles.

Yes. Given its focus on travel, culture and hospitality, Lakbay Magazine includes features such as destination stories and likely hotel or hospitality interviews and photo-heavy pieces.

While specific editorial policies aren’t publicly detailed, credible travel magazines vet contributors, fact-check destination information, and partner with industry professionals; you can request their editorial policy if needed.

Yes. The magazine accepts submissions and content contributions from writers, photographers and industry professionals – you can inquire for guidelines.

Yes. Covering local culture, travel experiences and hospitality suggests an openness to sustainable travel and eco-tourism topics; aligning with current trends in travel publishing.

Contact the magazine’s editorial or rights/licensing department via the official contact info, mention the article you wish to republish, the intended use, and request permission or licensing terms.

Likely yes. Given its role in tourism/hospitality and industry coverage, you can inquire with the editorial team about event listings, press releases or tourism announcements for inclusion.