GCash, a finance app, has partnered with the Municipality of Malay to advance cash-lite tourism in Boracay Island through the eBoracay platform. This unified ticketing system enables tourists to pay for terminal, environmental, and boat fees online, beginning at Tabon Port, with further expansion planned.
The eBoracay portal is powered by Surepay Technologies Inc. (SPTI).
“The unified automated process and cashless payments will be available in more access ports going to Boracay, as we help build a secure and seamless cashless ecosystem that supports the sustainable development of one of the best islands in the world,” said Jong Layug, group head of GCash B2B.
GCash also offers flexible payment options like GCredit and GGives, allowing users to extend their budget or pay in installments. These features are available for activities such as Paraw sailing, shopping at D-Mall, and dining at local restaurants. GCash users can pay for their transactions in up to 24 installments.
“The enactment resolutions by LGU of Malay paved the way for a unified ticketing payment system which is aimed to consolidate processes and automate payments. It’s really quick and tourists will no longer have to write anything manually or take out from their wallet and look for the cash,” said Atty. Arnold Caballero, president, SPTI.
Malay Mayor Frolibar Bautista noted that tourists can now pay in advance before arriving on the island, reducing the need to carry cash. Local residents will also benefit from this system in the project’s next phase.