Cebu takes centerstage in tourism event in Pasay

Morexette Marie B. Erram 10/18/2022

PASAY CITY—The culture and heritage of Cebu took centerstage at the Philippine Tourism Industry Convergence Reception, an event held in line with the celebration of World Tourism Day, last Monday, October 17, 2022 at the SMX Convention…

‘Danao here and now’: Danao unveils new tourism branding

Morexette Marie Erram 09/22/2022

CEBU CITY, Philippines—Danao City is banking on new brand identity in a bid to attract more tourists. And it comes with the tagline called “Danao Here and Now.” The city government of Danao unveiled their new tourism…

Bantayan, Camotes islands new tourism master plans set to be implemented

Wenilyn B. Sabalo 05/31/2022

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA) and the Office of the Presidential Assistant for the Visayas (OPAV) are preparing to launch the recently completed Tourism Development Plans for the islands of…

DOT promotes Mindanao as key tourist destination with colorful new brand

05/26/2022

The Department of Tourism (DOT) on Monday (May 2) launched the Colors of Mindanao campaign as it positions the Philippines’ second largest group of islands that is home to a great many and diverse cultures, landscapes, and…

DOT-7 launches ‘Care for Cebu’s canyons’ program

Doris C. Bongcac 05/10/2022

MANDUE CITY, Cebu — The Department of Tourism in Central Visayas (DOT-7) has partnered with stakeholders in Cebu’s canyoneering industry  to campaign against single plastic use in canyoneering sites in the municipalities of Badian and Alegria. The…

Sea vessels for tourism now allowed to operate in 100% capacity

Morexette Marie B. Erram 03/02/2022

CEBU CITY, Philippines—Motor bancas and other sea vessels used for tourism-related activities in Cebu province have been allowed to operate in full capacity.  This after Governor Gwendolyn Garcia on March 1, 2022 signed Executive Order (EO) No.…

Aguinid Falls in Samboan reopens

Morexette Marie B. Erram 02/22/2022

CEBU CITY, Philippines – More and more tourist destinations in Cebu province are reopening, two months since Typhoon Odette (international name: Rai) ravaged the island. The local government of Samboan town in southwestern Cebu announced that its…

Visit a place with someone “as a friend” trends on social media

Micah Sophia C. Marcellones 09/10/2021

GINATILAN, CEBU — Traveling with a good friend to share adventures and memories makes the journey even more unforgettable. As social media went abuzz with the phrase “as a friend”, Lapu-Lapu City Mayor Junard “Ahong” Chan shared…

Moalboal conducts control operations to stop crown of thorns outbreak

Mae Fhel Gom-os 09/09/2021

MANDAUE CITY, Cebu — The Municipality of Moalboal in southern Cebu has been conducting underwater operations to stop the outbreak of the crown of thorns starfish. Rolie Alderite, the town’s tourism officer, said they have been injecting…

Canyoneering enthusiasts will have a new trail to explore in Cebu City’s Tagbao

Delta Dyrecka Letigio 04/23/2021

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Canyoneering enthusiasts may have a new trail to explore right within Cebu City as the Tourism Commission is considering developing a trail in Barangay Tagbao to be launched for safe canyoneering activities by…

Australia eyes stronger tourism ties with PH, plans direct flights to Cebu

Morexette Marie B. Erram 02/01/2021

CEBU CITY, Philippines – If it meant giving a head start in the recovery of the two countries’ tourism industry, the Australian government expressed willingness to introduce another direct route to the Philippines. And this time, it…

Gwen: Easing age limit ‘boosts’ tourism industry recovery

Morexette Marie B. Erram 11/21/2020

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu Governor Gwendolyn Garcia welcomed the decision of the national government to further ease age limits in tourism enterprises. Garcia, on Friday, November 20, 2020, said allowing minors below 15 years old and…

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