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Speaker Martin Romualdez said the law signed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., which offers non-resident tourists value-added tax refunds, would be a boon to the tourism sector and domestic commerce. “This piece of legislation will greatly boost international tourism and the sale of goods by tourist-oriented establishments,” Romualdez said. “More tourist arrivals and increased tourist […]
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed Republic Act (R.A.) 12079, known as the “VAT Refund for Non-Resident Tourists,” during a ceremonial signing recently at Malacañan Palace.In his speech, the President emphasized the significance of the law, stating that “shopping has become an essential part of the travel experience”. Marcos noted that in 2023, the Philippine tourism […]
Quezon City Representative Marvin Rillo does not believe South Korea’s short-lived martial law will dampen the appetite of its citizens to visit the Philippines in the months ahead. “We look forward to a very large number of South Korean tourists arriving in the Philippines in 2025,” Rillo, vice chairperson of the House Committee on Tourism, […]
The Philippines and Israel have strengthened their tourism ties with the signing of a Joint Declaration of Intent on Cooperation in the Field of Tourism, following a bilateral meeting between Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco and Israeli Tourism Minister H.E. Haim Katz at the DOT Office in Makati City. The meeting coincided […]
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco warmly welcomed Jamaican Minister of Tourism Edmund Bartlett during his courtesy call at the newly inaugurated Centro de Turismo Intramuros in Manila. “Delighted to welcome the Minister of Tourism of Jamaica Edmund Bartlett and grateful to accept his compliments for the Philippines which was awarded the Global Tourism Resilience […]
The Department of Tourism (DOT) reinforced its commitment to sustainable tourism with the groundbreaking of the province’s first Tourist Rest Area (TRA) in Brgy. Aningalan, San Remigio, Antique.Led by Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, the ceremony marked a major milestone in advancing both the global competitiveness of Philippine tourism and the DOT’s efforts to ensure […]
The Department of Tourism (DOT) proudly announced that the Philippines has clinched two significant recognitions at the prestigious TripZilla Excellence Awards 2024.Celebrating its 10th year, the awards honor the most outstanding travel brands in Southeast Asia for delivering exceptional experiences and shaping the future of the industry. “These recognitions reaffirm the Philippines as a destination […]
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 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 […]