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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 […]
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, […]
In celebration of the 455th Founding Anniversary of the Province of Cebu, one of the country’s premiere tourist destinations, the Department of Tourism (DOT) joined the Cebu Provincial Government to support the grandest and highly anticipated Pasigarbo sa Sugbo 2024 at the majestic Cebu City Sports Complex recently. Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia […]
Tourism destinations throughout the country can count on another P6.4 billion in fresh national government funding to further develop their access roads, Quezon City Representative Marvin Rillo, vice chairperson of the House committee on tourism, said. “We have the sum of P6.4 billion for the Tourism Road Infrastructure Program (TRIP) in the 2025 national budget,” […]
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco has proposed the establishment of a new flagship project, the 24/7 tourist courts, to aid in the swift resolution of cases where tourists are involved. According to Frasco, she proposed the matter during the recent sectoral meeting with President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. in Malacañang, where the President […]
Former Senate President Migz Zubiri is pushing for the creation of a Cabinet cluster with the sole aim of addressing the multi-faceted problems of the tourism industry, especially the country’s “crown jewels” such as Siargao, Palawan and other tourist destinations. During the budget hearing with the Development Budget Coordination Committee (DBCC) recently, Zubiri floated the […]
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco underscored the integration of human touch and technological advancements during her keynote address at the recent 7th Tourism Human Resource Congress at the Grand Ballroom of The Bayleaf Cavite. The event, themed “5 IR: Achieving Harmonious Human-Machine Collaboration in Tourism and Hospitality,” showcased significant milestones and future […]