Friendship Tours and Resorts Corporation

Friendship Tours And Resorts Corporation

OUR STORY

Founded on January 1, 1974, Friendship Tours and Resorts Corporation has been a trusted name in Philippine tourism for over 50 years. Our company started with one goal: to give great, personal tour services that connect Japanese travelers with the beauty and friendly people of the Philippines. What began as a local tour company has grown to become a full service travel company, trusted by both regular travelers and corporate VIPs. As our business grew, we successfully expanded our focus beyond inbound travel to include outbound services, managing comprehensive tours and travel arrangements in Japan for Filipino visitors. Furthermore, our expertise in documentation led to us becoming one of a select few agencies approved for Japan visa processing by the Embassy of Japan since 2009 until March 2025, before the establishment of a dedicated visa center. This long accreditation is a testament to our proven reliability and expertise. Our business is built on a strong foundation of knowledge and a deep commitment to our clients.

MISSION

At Friendship Tours, we create meaningful travel experiences by providing reliable, professional, and personalized services. We are dedicated to making every journey smooth, memorable, and enjoyable while building lasting relationships with our clients.

VISION

Our vision is to be a trusted name in the travel industry, recognized for our commitment to quality service, innovation, and customer satisfaction. We aim to be the preferred travel partner for individuals, families, and organizations seeking exceptional travel experiences.

VALUES

At Friendship Tours, we believe in trust, excellence, and genuine connections. We value our clients by delivering dependable service, paying attention to every detail, and continuously improving the way we serve every traveler.

ACCREDITATION AND AFFILIATION

For over five decades, Friendship Tours and Resorts Corporation has maintained the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and service excellence. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our government accreditations, industry memberships, and long-standing partnerships with leading organizations in the travel industry.

Government Accreditation

We are proudly accredited by the Department of Tourism (DOT) Philippines and hold all required business registrations, licenses, and permits in compliance with Philippine laws and regulations, ensuring that our clients can travel with confidence. Our company is fully registered with the Makati City Government and is duly authorized to operate in accordance with all applicable local regulations. We are also an accredited Marketer of the Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA), authorized to assist qualified foreign nationals with the Philippine Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV) program.

Industry Memberships

As a trusted travel agency, we uphold the highest standards of professionalism and remain closely connected with the travel and business communities. We are recognized by the Embassy of Japan in the Philippines for Japan visa services and are proud members of the Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA), Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JCCI), and Japanese Association, Manila, Inc. (JAMI). Our Cebu branch is also an active member of the Japanese Association of Travel Industries Cebu (JATIC Cebu), reinforcing our commitment to quality travel services and strong Philippines–Japan tourism and business relations.

Trusted International Partnerships

Over the years, we have established strong and enduring relationships with leading travel organizations in Japan. We are proud to have been a trusted partner of renowned companies such as Nippon Travel Agency (NTA), Apex, Tobu Top Tours, and among others. These long-standing collaborations reflect the confidence that international partners place in our expertise, reliability, and commitment to delivering exceptional travel services.

Office Branches

Friendship Tours and Resorts Corporation is dedicated to serving clients through established offices. Both our Makati office and Cebu branch provide the same comprehensive operations and trusted travel solutions, bringing our services closer to clients across different regions.

MAKATI OFFICE

Address: 3rd of Floor Dusit Thani Hotel, Ayala Center, Makati City, Philippines 1223

CEBU OFFICE

Address: Unit 2-508. 5th Floor, Oakridge IT Center 2, Oakridge Business Park, A. S. Fortuna St, Mandaue, Cebu, Philippines