DOT considers Cebu as RP’s ESL hub

Irene R. Sino Cruz 07/29/2019

CEBU CITY —The Department of Tourism recognizes Cebu as the country’s hub for English as a Second Language (ESL) companies. Undersecretary Benito Bengzon Jr. made this disclosure during the press conference held at the sidelines of the…

Central Visayas GRDP growth higher than national growth – Cobonpue

Irene R. Sino Cruz 07/21/2019

CEBU CITY, Philippines–Central Visayas remains among  the fastest growing regions in the country, said Regional Development Council (RDC) Chairperson Kenneth Cobonpue. “Today, Central Visayas is still one of the country’s fastest growing regional economies, with the region…

CCPO chief to also go after human traffickers

Alven Marie A. Timtim 07/16/2019

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Human traffickers beware. This is the warning of Police Colonel Gemma Vinluan, Cebu City Police Office chief, as she serves notice of going after this kind of criminals. Vinluan said during a press…

Cebuana Mariafe Loayon eyes Ms Philippines Earth 2019 crown

Michelle Joy Padayhag 07/10/2019

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebuana Mariafe Loayon is all set to compete during the grand coronation of the Miss Philippines Earth 2019 scheduled at the Cove Manila at 3 p.m. today, July 10. The 19-year-old San Remigio…

DOT official challenges Cebu to take on a leadership role in tourism

Irene R. Sino Cruz 06/22/2019

CEBU CITY, Philippines— Undersecretary Art Boncato of the Department of Tourism (DOT) issued a challenge for Cebu to take on a lead role in the tourism sector with special focus on sustainability. Boncato, who delivered the keynote…

Cebu Chamber promotes sustainability, innovation in tourism forum

Irene R. Sino Cruz 06/18/2019

CEBU CITY, Philippines–The Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) calls for innovation and sustainability in tourism. CCCI president Virgilio Espeleta noted the need for tourism industry to innovate to remain competitive. He said that the contribution…

CCCI forum to push for call to action on sustainable tourism

Irene R. Sino Cruz 06/04/2019

CEBU CITY, Philippines–Recognizing the importance of tourism in Cebu’s economy, the Tourism Innovation Forum 2019 scheduled on June 18 will enjoin all industry stakeholders to come up with an action plan to ensure its sustainability. Lilu Alino,…

Cebu’s tourism stakeholders urged to cooperate to deter terrorist threats

Rosalie O. Abatayo 04/15/2019

OSLOB, Cebu — Terrorism is a danger that may plague Cebu, if stakeholders and officials are caught off guard. Colonel Noel Baluyan, commander of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Task Force Sugbo, has urged communities,…

Badian canyoneering, Kawasan falls operations closed on Good Friday

Rosalie Abatayo 04/15/2019

CEBU CITY, Philippines—Those who plan to spend the Holy Week on trips and adventures around Cebu can get Badian canyoneering and Kawasan falls water adventures off their list, at least during for Good Friday on April 19,…

Cebu tourism stakeholders prepare for Holy Week, summer visitors

Rosalie O. Abatayo 04/10/2019

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Provincial Tourism Office (PTO) has started coordination with law enforcement agencies to secure local destinations that are expected to be visited by tourists during the Holy Week celebration and during the duration…

CBM 2019 tourism forum to explore potential of sports tourism, other subsectors

Irene R. Sino Cruz 04/08/2019

CEBU CITY, Philippines—The Cebu Business Month (CBM) 2019 tourism forum will focus on different subsectors of tourism and how the industry stakeholders can maximize their potentials. Lilu Aliñ0, CBM 2019 chairperson, said they are now finalizing the…

DOT-7 to promote sports activities in other countries

Irene R. Sino Cruz 03/27/2019

CEBU CITY, Philippines–The Department of Tourism in Central Visayas (DOT-7) will promote sports activities to bring in more international participation. DOT-7 Regional Director Shalimar Tamano said they would tap the tourism attaches assigned in different countries to…

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