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The Department of Tourism (DOT) is actively assisting stranded tourists in various regions of the country due to disruptions caused by Tropical Storm Kristine, with travel heavily impacted and damage reported at several tourist sites. According to the DOT, its regional offices have reported 529 stranded tourists across various regions. The affected areas include: Region […]
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco was honored as the recipient of this year’s prestigious Garbo sa Ormoc Award 2024, during a ceremony held at the Ormoc Superdome in Ormoc City, Leyte.Reflecting on her roots, Frasco fondly recalled the values and experiences she gained from Ormoc’s close-knit community, which continue to guide her […]
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco received the Philippine contingent to the 48th Ship for Southeast Asian and Japanese Youth Program (SSEAYP) selected by the National Youth Commission (NYC). Frasco noted that the visit of Batch Hiraya to Japan, as well as to other neighboring ASEAN countries, is an opportune time to elevate […]
The critical tourist courts project is now in the pipeline as the chiefs of the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) met recently at the DOT Central Office in Makati City to discuss the details of the proposed inter-agency collaboration. “All of us were very happy about […]
The Department of Tourism (DOT) supported the “Future Skies for Every Juan” Gala hosted by Cebu Pacific Air, an event that marked the finalization of the largest aircraft order in Philippine aviation history, covering firm orders for 102 A321neo aircraft and up to 50 A320neo Family purchase rights. In her keynote speech, Tourism Secretary Christina […]
The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism of the Republic of Korea inked the implementation program of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Tourism Cooperation for 2024-2029 during the first state visit of South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol to the country. The deal was signed by Tourism Secretary […]
Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco celebrated the newest recognition of Angeles City, Pampanga as Asia’s Best Emerging Culinary City Destination at the World Culinary Awards Gala Ceremony 2024. Conferred on October 3, the award further solidifies Angeles City’s status as a rising star in global food tourism. “This prestigious recognition of Angeles City as Asia’s […]
The Department of Tourism (DOT) joined the officials and stakeholders from the travel and maritime transport industry at the opening ceremony of the Manila International Boat Show and Blue Economy Annual Trade & Conference 2024 (BEACON EXPO) as guest of honor at the Manila Yacht Club headquarters. The event commenced with a ribbon cutting ceremony […]
In her keynote message at the launch of the Muslim-friendly cove for families and travelers dubbed Marhaba Boracay, Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco lauded the collaborative efforts of the stakeholders present that made the pioneering initiative possible. According to Frasco, the new Muslim-friendly cove for families and travelers located within the Boracay […]
The Presidential Museum at the Baguio Mansion House officially opened its doors to the public on Sunday, September 8. First Lady Liza Marcos led the ceremonial opening with Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco and Deputy Speaker Duke Frasco, among the honored guests. The tourism chief expressed her gratitude to President Ferdinand Marcos, […]