PH’s tourism investments in 2023 reach P509B

Adrian Parungao 06/23/2024

MANILA, Philippines — Tourism investments in the Philippines totaled P509 billion in 2023, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said. Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco said this amount was 34 percent higher than tourism investments obtained in 2022. She…

Tourist-friendly infra to rise in tourism champion sites in CV

CDN Digital 06/09/2024

MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – Tourist-friendly infrastructure will soon rise in tourism champion sites in Central Visayas to elevate visitor experience, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said. Infrastructure projects will be implemented in the Enchanted Ilijan Hill Volcanic…

Cebu eyed to spearhead golf tourism reboot

CDN Digital 05/26/2024

The Department of Tourism (DOT) has underscored Cebu’s potential as a model golf tourism destination in the country following the success of the three-day “Cebu Swing: Golf Tourism Playing Familiarization Tour.” According to DOT Office of Product…

DOT wants more tourists to discover Mindanao

Bobby E. Lagsa 04/29/2024

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY, Philippines — The Department of Tourism (DOT) is doing everything it can to attract tourists, both from within the country and abroad, to visit Mindanao. The peace and security situation in the region…

DOT: 1 in every 4 foreign travelers in PH are South Koreans

Dona Pazzibungan 04/26/2024

South Korean tourists remain the Philippines’ most common visitors, accounting for one out of every four foreign travelers between January and March this year. The Department of Tourism (DOT) reports that 27 percent, or 546,726 out of…

DOT advises public to ‘travel wisely’ this Holy Week

Adrian Parungao 03/23/2024

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Tourism (DOT) is advising the public to “travel wisely” to ensure safety during the Holy Week celebrations. “Travelers needing accommodation, tours, transportation, and other tourism-related services are strongly advised to patronize…

DOT seeks inclusion in protected areas board amid Chocolate Hills issue

Jane Baustista 03/23/2024

Department of Tourism Sec. Christina Frasco —INQUIRER.net file photo / Ryan Leagogo After the recent controversy surrounding a resort development near Chocolate Hills in Sagbayan town, Bohol, the Department of Tourism (DOT) announced plans to advocate for…

Michelle Dee gitudlo sa DOT isip bag-o nga tourism ambassador

Bandera 12/03/2023

Malipayon kaayo ang Miss Universe Philippines 2023 na si Michelle Dee human gitudlo siya nga pinakabag-o nga tourism ambassador sa nasud. Karon lang Biyernes, Disyembre 1, gihatag sa Kapuso actress-beauty queen sa Department of Toursim ang iyang…

DoT implements programs for Lapu-Lapu tourism

Futch Anthony Inso 11/10/2023

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu—The Department of Tourism (DOT) has implemented key programs that will benefit the tourism industry of Lapu-Lapu City. This was revealed by DOT Undersecretary Ferdinand Jumapao during the City’s Tourism Night held at Hoops Dome…

Lapu-Lapu City unveils virtual map

Futch Anthony Inso 11/10/2023

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu—The Lapu-Lapu City Government launched on Thursday, November 9, 2023, a virtual map of the city during the Tourism Night in Hoops Dome, Barangay Gun-ob. Mayor Junard “Ahong” Chan led the launching, together with Congresswoman…

‘Winter Escapade 2024’ tour package invites Canadians to visit the PH

Kristel Sambile 10/22/2023

The Philippine Foreign Service Posts in Canada, in collaboration with the Department of Tourism, have announced the launch of the highly anticipated Winter Escapade 2024 tour package in an exciting endeavor to boost tourism and foster cultural connections.…

PH wins first ‘Asia’s Best Cruise Destination’ award

Luisa Cabato 10/16/2023

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines bagged its first-ever “Asia’s Best Cruise Destination” award from the prestigious World Cruise Awards, the Department of Tourism (DOT) announced on Monday. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco thanked the award-giving body, noting…

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