Frasco: Effective LGU planning, shared governance key to long-term tourism success

Wenilyn B. Sabalo 06/22/2022

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The incoming chief of the Department of Tourism (DOT) and incumbent Liloan town Mayor Christina Garcia-Frasco said focus on effective local government planning and implementation, and shared tourism governance by the public and…

Beyond the Chocolate Hills: A farm-to-table, heritage culinary adventure of Bohol

PR 06/16/2022

Follow the food trail that goes beyond the beaches and the flora and fauna of Bohol – a fun-filled tour for the taste buds featuring heirloom recipes and organic ingredients, locally grown and handmade with love by…

DOT spotlights PWDs and women in tourism with new ‘It’s More Fun for All’ campaign

06/10/2022

The advocacy programs of the Department of Tourism (DOT) take center stage in “It’s More Fun for All” — a new campaign that promotes inclusiveness and accessibility in the tourism sector. The campaign highlights DOT programs namely:…

DOT launches ‘Keep the Fun Going’ sustainable tourism campaign with gamified challenges

06/03/2022

The Department of Tourism (DOT) launches the second phase of the Save Our Spots (SOS) campaign titled, “Keep the Fun Going”, to encourage tourists to practice eco-friendly travels. The campaign builds on the gains of the SOS…

Mayor Chan upbeat on Mayor Frasco’s appointment as DOT chief

Futch Anthony Inso 06/01/2022

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Philippines- Lapu-Lapu City Mayor Junard “Ahong” Chan welcomed the appointment of Liloan Mayor Christina Frasco as the incoming secretary for the Department of Tourism (DOT). “Dako na natong garbo ug dungog nga ang napili nga…

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 launches digital travel magazine ‘7641’

05/19/2022

In a bid to further promote the various destinations in the country and fast track tourism recovery, the Department of Tourism (DOT) launches “7641 Islands of the Philippines”, a digital magazine that will provide readers travel inspiration…

Puyat: Quarantine violator arrested after posting massage session on social media

Neil Arwin Mercado 01/03/2022

  MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Tourism (DOT) has been receiving reports of alleged quarantine breaches even before the recent incident in Makati City—one of those arrested include a quarantine violator who took a massage and…

Cebu establishments conferred Safety Seal Certificate

Futch Anthony Inso 06/23/2021

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Several establishments in Cebu were awarded Safety Seal Certificate for their continued implementation of the health and safety protocols to prevent or mitigate the spread of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). The safety…

Tourism frontliners now included in A1 vaccine priority group — DOT

Christia Marie Ramos - Reporter / @CMRamosINQ 05/28/2021

MANILA, Philippines — Tourism frontline workers are now included in the government’s to priority list for vaccination, alongside health care workers and medical frontliners. The Department of Tourism (DOT) said in a statement Friday that the Inter-Agency Task…

Over 465K displaced tourism workers to get P5K one-time assistance

Krissy Aguilar - Reporter / @KAguilarINQ 05/01/2021

MANILA, Philippines — Some 465,530 displaced tourism workers have been approved to receive a one-time financial assistance worth P5,000, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said Saturday. In a statement, DOT Secretary Bernadette Romulo Puyat said the aid…

Waterfront Cebu receives Global Safe Travels Certification

PR 04/21/2021

There are more reasons to travel and visit Cebu’s premier city hotel, Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino, as it has recently been certified by the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the World Travel & Tourism Council…

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