7th Village Pipol Choice Awards: Travel Category Winners
The 7th VP Choice Awards (VPCA), held on April 29 at The Blue Leaf Cosmopolitan in Quezon City, brought together industry leaders, brands, and personalities for a night of recognition, celebration, and purpose. Among the highlights of the evening was the Travel category, honoring those who have redefined how Filipinos explore, navigate, and experience the world.
The results reflected a 50% VPCA App voting results and 50% internal deliberation system, ensuring a balance between audience preference and editorial evaluation.
Recognizing Leaders in Travel and Innovation
Leading this year’s winners is Cebu Pacific, named Airline of the Year for its continued efforts in making travel more accessible through its expansive routes and competitive fares.
In the digital space, Klook awarded as Travel App of the Year, recognized for transforming how travelers discover and book experiences with ease and convenience.
Meanwhile, Grab took home Transport App of the Year, solidifying its role as a reliable and versatile mobility platform across Southeast Asia.
Completing the list: Jen Barangan, hailed as Travel Influencer of the Year for her engaging content and authentic storytelling that continues to inspire audiences to explore new destinations.
A Celebration Powered by Purpose and Partnership
The 7th VP Choice Awards presented by Village Pipol Magazine & PIPOL mgZn, and produced by Red Entertainment and made possible with the support of its valued partners, with Choicely leading as Co-Presenter, alongside 8 Century Events as the Official Event Catering Partner, Design Therapy Lab as the Official Event Design Partner, Rising Design PH as the Official Red Carpet Experience Partner, and Proshot Concept Studio as the Official Glam Booth Partner.
Special thanks also extended to our Major Sponsor Fleek Lemoistar, HONOR and Peculiar Eyewear, as well as event sponsors Eurotel, Dreamworld, APO, Lunar Cafe, Moon Leaf, and Inkvictus for their continued support in bringing this celebration to life.
The event, further strengthened by collaborations with J Layson, Atelier Fashion Studio, Philgifts, and The Snap Collective, whose creative contributions help the show to come alive.
Shaping the Future of Travel
Moreover, as the travel landscape continues to evolve, this year’s winners reflect a shared commitment to innovation, accessibility, and storytelling. From airlines and digital platforms to content creators, each awardee represents a vital part of the modern travel experience—shaping how journeys planned, shared, and remembered.
The 7th Village Pipol Choice Awards once again proved that beyond destinations, travel is ultimately about connection—bringing people closer to places, experiences, and one another.
