Online Travel Fair: Special Travel Deals with JTB

US$ 100 OFF on JTB’s Group Tour Packages in Japan & Korea

1.  RCBC Credit Cardholders are entitled to avail of an exclusive US$ 100 OFF on the following JTB Japan Group Tour Packages when they book using their RCBC Credit Cards from July 9 to October 9, 2023:

2. The group tour packages must be booked by a minimum of two (2) persons based on twin or double sharing. Single supplement charges will apply.
3. The minimum number of tour participants is required in order to run the tour departures of the Group Tour Packages enumerated above. Surcharges will apply if participants are less than the minimum tour requirement.
4. The group tour packages are based on twin sharing. Other room categories are subject to availability.
5. The group tour rates are valid for Philippine Passport holders. Eligible foreign passport holders may be subject to surcharges.
6. Child rates are subject to computation.
7. The itinerary and activities on this group tour package are subject to change due to local weather conditions.
8. A signed travel service agreement form must be completed upon payment of the deposit fee.
9. The following payment schedule shall apply to this package:

1. Initial Deposit: Payment of a Deposit Fee is required to make a slot reservation. The discount value of US$ 100 shall be deducted upon payment of the Deposit Fee. Any payment made in Philippine Peso (PHP) shall follow the prevailing Airline Forex Rate (ACR) on the date the payment is to be made.
2. Full Payment: The tour participant must settle the remaining tour fee no later than forty-five (45) days before the travel period or upon visa approval.

10. Complimentary travel services are non-deductible and non-refundable from the total tour fare.
11. Japan or Korea Tourist Visa Application: For tour participants who are required to apply for a tourist visa, please submit your visa application documents at least three (3) months before the travel period.
    In case of denial of visa application, the total tour payments made by the participant shall be refunded in full.

12. Full cancellation charges shall apply for any cancellations made forty-five (45) days before the departure date; likewise, no-show guests are subject to the full cancellation charges.
13. JTB Philippines reserves the right to any changes made to this tour package without prior notice.
14. The tour package excludes travel insurance premiums for 65 years and above & other items not mentioned in the itinerary.
15. The other terms and conditions of the airline, accommodation, tour operator, including any government travel restrictions, will apply.
16. The cancellation policy of the airline, accommodation, & tour operator will apply.

5% OFF on Selected Europe Land Packages by Europamundo Vacations

1. The promo period is from July 9 to October 9, 2023 with travel departures that are available until March 31, 2024.
2. RCBC Credit Cardholders are entitled to avail of an exclusive 5% OFF on the following Europe Land Packages by Europamundo Vacations when they book using their RCBC Credit Cards during the promo period. 

1. Imperial Capitals (Friday Departures until March 2024)
2. Classical Spain (Saturday Departures until March 2024)
3. Surprising Morocco (Wednesday Departures until March 2024)
4. A Time to Remember (Sunday Departures until March 2024)
5. Balkan Dream (End Greece) (Wednesday Departures until March 2024)
6. The Essentials of Italy (Wednesday Departures until March 2024)

3. The group tour packages must be booked by a minimum of two (2) persons based on twin or double sharing. Single supplement charges will apply.
4. The land packages are based on twin or double sharing. Other room categories are subject to availability.
5. The group tour rates are valid for Philippine Passport holders. Eligible foreign passport holders may be subject to surcharges.
6. Child rates are subject to computation.
7. The itinerary and activities on these land packages are subject to change due to local weather conditions.
8. A signed travel service agreement form must be completed upon payment of the deposit fee.
9. The full payment must be settled to book the land packages.
10. Full cancellation charges shall apply for any cancellations made forty-five (45) days before the departure date; likewise, no-show guests are subject to the full cancellation charges.
11. The land package excludes airfare, travel insurance, & visa services. These services must be booked separately.
12. The other terms and conditions of the tour operator including any government travel restrictions, will apply.

UP TO ₱1,000 OFF on Japan Tourist Visa Applications

1. The promo period is from July 9 to October 9, 2023.
2. The documents for the visa application for Japan Tourist Visa Services must be submitted no later than October 9, 2023 (Monday) at 4:00 PM, Philippine Standard Time only.
3. RCBC Credit Cardholders are entitled to avail of an exclusive discount on the following Japan Visa Services when they book using their RCBC Credit Cards during the promo period. 

4. The following pre-visa application reminders must be adhered to by the cardholder:

1. The RCBC Credit Cardholder ensures that the complete documents for the visa application are ready before they visit the JTB Philippines Office to submit their applications. JTB will screen and review if the documents are suitable for filing. ANY missing document/s or documents that do not comply with the requirements set by the embassy or as deemed necessary for your type of visa application will not be accepted by JTB.
2. The embassy reminds all applicants to not confirm any flight and tour arrangements before visa application. Confirmed travel and tour arrangements do not guarantee approval of the visa application. JTB Asia Pacific Phil. Corp. has the right not to accept your application if you have confirmed travel and tour arrangements. At the same time, clients may pursue with visa applications at their own risk provided that they agree with the WAIVER OF LIABILITY.
3. The visa application must disclose upcoming travel and tour arrangements before the visa application. Please be advised that you are not allowed to pull out your visa application once it is submitted to the embassy. This may be grounds for denial of a visa. Also, the visa fee is NON-REFUNDABLE.

5. The Japan Tourist Visa Application must submit the documents at the BGC Visa Counter on weekdays from 10am to 12nn and 1pm to 4pm only.
6. Japan Tourist Visa Processing takes 5 - 15 working days. The number of processing days may be prolonged without prior notice depending on the directive of the Japan Embassy and the volume of applications we are receiving. The cardholder must check with JTB Philippines if they wish to submit their application and know the lead time before visiting and submitting their application.
7. Visa processing is on a "first-come, first-serve basis." Slot reservations or waitlisting will not be entertained. Visa applications are processed regardless of your travel period.
8. Submission of requirements does not guarantee the issuance of a visa. The Embassy has the sole right and absolute discretion for the approval and denial of the visa application.
9. The reason for the denial of a visa will not be disclosed even if an inquiry is made. At the same time, if a visa application is denied, there is no appeal, and the applicant may only re-apply for the same purpose after six (6) months. JTB Philippines shall not be responsible if any visa applications are refused or denied.
10. JTB Philippines shall not be responsible if any visa application is refused or rejected. 
11. All of the documents (original and photocopy) received by JTB Philippines will be forwarded to the Japan Embassy and will no longer return to the applicant.
12. A Letter of Explanation written by the applicant should be submitted for documents that cannot be provided.
13. The Japan Embassy may still require supplementary documents.
14. All signed documents are considered correct and in proper order.
15. Waiver of Liability Clause: Upon use of the visa services and submission of documents, the applicant releases and forever discharges JTB Philippines from any and all liability, manner of action, cause of action, a sum of money, damages, claims, and demands whatsoever in law or in equity which the applicant or their heirs, successors, and assigns had, now have, or shall have against the company on their visa application, including the submission and retrieval of my passport and related documents. By signing the transmittal and waiver of liability form, the applicant agrees to hold the company entirely free and harmless from any liability, including the denial and release of my visa.
16. JTB Philippines is not answerable for the risks involved in applying for the visa beyond the required number of days of processing from the date of submission. These include not guaranteeing the issuance and approval of visa applications which is the sole prerogative of the Japan Embassy.
17. Any applicable charges and penalties will be paid by the RCBC Credit cardholder.
18. Existing documentary requirements for leisure travel to any destination must be completed and provided by the tour participant.
19. In case of disputes related to the promo, the decision of JTB ASIA PACIFIC PHIL. CORP. and RCBC Bankard Services Corporation (RBSC) shall be conclusive in concurrence with DTI. All questions or disputes regarding the cardholder’s eligibility for the promo shall be resolved by RBSC.

DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-171254 Series of 2023