DOT, PHL win big at 2019 World Travel Awards

Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam -- The Philippines continues to reap the fruits of its intensified tourism efforts, securing two major awards at the 2019 World Travel Awards.

DOT partners with Google to be the 1st GMB Trusted Verifier in the Philippines

MANILA, PHILIPPINES –– The Department of Tourism (DOT) announced its partnership with Google Philippines as the first Google My Business (GMB) Trusted Verifier in the country.

DOT's Kain Na! travels up North

After successful runs at the newly–opened Ayala Malls Manila Bay and Alabang Town Center, Kain Na!, the Department of Tourism's (DOT) food and travel festival, continues its nationwide campaign up north.

DOT urges Private Sector to Partner with TIEZA through Joint Ventures

The Department of Tourism (DOT) opens TIEZA assets to Public-Private Partnership to attract private investments and fast track tourism growth.

Heritage town thrives on 'eco-sports tourism'

The Department of Tourism (DOT) welcomed the launching of "eco-sports tourism" program in the historic town of Argao, Cebu Province, a sprawling natural wonder endowed with pristine coastal waters, white-sand beaches and rolling hills and mountains.

DOT fetes Palawan as one of the 'World's Most Beautiful Islands'

The Department of Tourism (DOT) celebrates the continuous recognition from CNN Travel this time for Palawan as one of the 10 world's most beautiful islands.

DOT’s ‘Kain Na!’ 2019 slated Sept 27

Kain Na!, the Department of Tourism’s (DOT) food and travel festival returns for its more fun and delectable 2019 run to promote culinary and farm tourism.

DOT banks on Farm Tourism to benefit farmers, fisherfolks

Makati City - Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat cited farm tourism as a catalyst for sustainable tourism and inclusive development, now all the more strengthened with the release of the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act 10816 titled “Farm Tourism Development Act of 2016.”

INT’L DIVE EXPO TO SHOWCASE PHL DIVE SITES

The Philippines’ premier dive sites are set to take center stage as the Department of Tourism (DOT) hosts the the 1st “Philippine International Dive Expo” (PHIDEX slated on September 20-22 at the seaside complex of Conrad Manila luxury hotel.

Tourist arrivals up by 12.36 % in the first seven months

The Department of Tourism (DOT) reports that international inbound traffic for the first seven months remains robust, totaling 4,852,107 and posting a 12.36 percent increase over the same period last year.

DOT hails CNN pick of Vigan as Asia’s most picturesque town

The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) welcomes the selection of the City of Vigan as among the CNN’s 13 of Asia's Most Picturesque Towns.

DOT hails CNN pick of Vigan as Asia’s most picturesque town

The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) welcomes the selection of the City of Vigan as among the CNN’s 13 of Asia's Most Picturesque Towns.

DOT, PNP to train tourist cops nationwide

Quezon City, Philippines -- To assure tourists that it’s safe and It’s more fun in the Philippines, the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Philippine National Police (PNP) have agreed to train more tourist police personnel.

DOT, Jollibee launch food tourism campaign with ‘Eats. More Fun in the Philippines’

PASAY CITY – The Department of Tourism’s (DOT) national tourism campaign “It’s More Fun In The Philippines” gets a timely and tasty twist with the agency’s partnership with the country’s top fast food chain – Jollibee.

More fun, food at the 6th Edition of PHL Harvest

Manila, Philippines – Calling all foodies and gastronomes, the Philippine Harvest just got bigger and better!

DOT, GRAB launch eco-friendly “ride” in Intramuros

Intramuros, Manila — Exploring historic Intramuros can now be more fun!

Keynote Address of Secretary Bernadette Romulo Puyat at the 7th Meeting of the Tourism Coordinating Council at the Makati Diamond Residences.

Honorable Department Secretaries, Undersecretaries, Assistant Secretaries, Directors, Officials and Tourism Coordinating Council (TCC) member agencies, our dear industry convergence partners, ladies and gentlemen, a very pleasant morning.

PHL inbound tourism revenue nears quarter of a trillion pesos in H1 2019

The Philippines’ tourism industry has generated some 245 billion pesos in receipts from international visitors during the first six months of the year 2019, according to the Department of Tourism (DOT).

DOT supports PACC’s lifestyle check

Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat has directed officials of the Department of Tourism (DOT) to submit themselves to the lifestyle check being conducted by the Presidential Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC) in an effort to stamp out corruption in government.

DOT launches TourISM WoRCS to combat children, women’s abuse

SQuezon City, Philippines -- In a momentous covenant signing, various government agencies pledged their commitment in ensuring a tourism industry that is conducive to children and women.

DOT rallies support for UNWTO hosting bid

Filipino hospitality like no other took center stage as the Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) hosted lunch in honor of the Diplomatic Corps, representing member STATES of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) at the historic Marble Hall, Ayuntamiento de Manila, Intramuros.

Puyat, Moreno give impetus to Manila's sustainable development

Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat joins Manila Mayor Isko Moreno today (Tuesday) for an ocular inspection of major areas of the city’s “tourism circuit.”

Flight moratorium lifting to spur Boracay tourism -DOT

The Department of Tourism (DOT) sees the release of the Civil Aeronautic Board's (CAB) new guidelines on the conduct of commercial air transportation serving Boracay Island as a welcome development among the tourism stakeholders of the island.

DOT welcomes Travel + Leisure ranking of Palawan, Cebu, Boracay

The Department of Tourism (DOT) celebrates the inclusion of the three popular island tourist destinations of Palawan, Cebu, and Boracay in Travel + Leisure's World's Best Awards 2019

'Nurture parks as cradle of nationalism' – new NPDC exec

To restore Rizal Park's old glory as a cradle of Filipino nationalism, as well as to make it the Philippines' beacon to world, are the two things that Cecille Lorenzana–Romero immediately thought of upon being designated Executive Director of the National Parks Development Committee (NPDC).

DOT statement on the Manila Tourism Circuit Plan

The Department of Tourism (DOT) lauds the initiative of the City of Manila under the leadership of Mayor Isko Moreno to boost tourism in the Philippines' capital city.

DOT RECORDS 3.4 M INT'L TOURISTS FROM JANUARY- MAY 2019

MANILA, PHILIPPINES-- Just for the first five months of 2019, a total of 3,489,270 tourists visited the Philippines, marking a 9.76 percent increase from last year’s figures, according to the Department of Tourism (DOT).

DOT gathers tourism family for consultation and collaboration

PASAY CITY - An intimate gathering between the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the tourism stakeholders stirred the conversation on current issues and challenges of the tourism industry.

DOT eyes air, sea connectivity to emerging tourism sites

The Department of Tourism (DOT) moved to strengthen the position of MIMAROPA (Mindoro Occidental, Mindoro Oriental, Marinduque, Romblon and Palawan) or Region 4B as a world-class tourist hub by making its diverse attractions more accessible and ensuring that the whole region is a safe haven for international and local visitors alike.

"2019 April Visitor Arrivals to the Philippines Infographics"

Inbound visitor arrivals include Foreign visitors and Overseas Filipinos currently residing abroad.

DOT reports 12.15% increase in foreign tourist arrivals for April 2019

International tourist arrivals in April 2019 reached 662,987, registering a 12.15 percent growth vis-a-vis 591,137 received last year, the Department of Tourism (DOT) reported.

DOT PUBLIC ADVISORY

The Department of Tourism (DOT) hereby reminds the general public that Mr. Daniel Ebarle Mercado, former DOT Assistant Secretary, had ceased to be connected to the Department following his resignation on 27 September 2018.

PDOT bids hosting of UNWTO confab in 2021

Bhutan - The Joint Meeting of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Commission on Asia and the Pacific (CAP) and the Commission on South Asia (CSA) supported the Philippine bid to host the UNWTO General Assembly in 2021. The bid is timed with the celebration of the quincentennial of the world’s first circumnavigation in 1521 which was completed when the Spanish expedition arrived in Cebu.

Tourism contribution to Philippine GDP rises to 12.7%; provides 5.4 million jobs in 2018

The tourism industry's contribution to the economy reached another milestone in 2018 as it increased to 12.7% of the Philippines' Gross Domestic Product (GDP), 0.5% higher than in 2017, according to the data released by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) last June 6. This is in spite of the six-month closure of Boracay island, one of the country's major tourist destinations.

President Duterte asks Japan businessmen to invest in tourism

TOKYO, JAPAN - In a parallel event to the 14th Philippine Business Mission (PBM) for tourism held in Japan, President Rodrigo Duterte met with leaders of the Japanese travel industry and invited them to invest in the Philippines, stating that now is the best time. The tourism and travel sector stand to benefit from the Build, Build, Build program, which has a number of ongoing transportation infrastructure development projects to achieve seamless travel to and around the archipelago.

Pres. Duterte to meet Japan travel industry leaders

Philippine President Rodrigo R. Duterte and Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo Puyat will lead a historic meeting with leaders of the Japan travel industry on May 29 at the Imperial Hotel Tokyo as a parallel event to the Philippine Business Mission (PBM) to Japan 2019.

DOT's partnership with SM Supermalls sets direction on government-private sector collaboration to boost the tourism industry

For the tourism sector, shopping is no longer a secondary activity but is in fact an integral part of the tourist experience.

PUBLIC ADVISORY ON Proliferation of Non-Accredited Entities

Recently, various reports have been received by the Department of Tourism on the proliferation of non-accredited entities advertising services in different social media platforms for airline ticketing, travel and tours arrangement, hotel booking, and training offerings for travel business management

STATEMENT from the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Ofice of the Chief Operating Officer (COO) on World Street Food Congress

DOT hosts 2019 PATA Summit on sustainable tourism development in Cebu

CEBU CITY - The Department of Tourism (DOT) joined the rest of the Asia Pacific region’s cause for responsible development of travel and tourism as it hosted the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Annual Summit in Cebu City.

Winners named in Objectif Atlantide Underwater Investigation in Puerto Galera

Puerto Galera’s unique marine life merited the intensive survey and exploration made by divers from France and Switzerland who participated in the recent 2nd Objectif Atlantide Underwater Investigation.

DOT Reports 7.6% Increase in Foreign Tourist Arrivals for Q1 2019

Record-high international tourist arrivals posted in the first quarter of the year present an encouraging sign that Philippine tourism is on the right track, the Department of Tourism (DOT) says.

Oriental Mindoro Offers culture, traditions and tourism

CALAPAN CITY-- Thousands of swaying candles light up the city as the Province of Oriental Mindoro celebrated their much-anticipated festival--Pandang-Gitab or Festival of Lights on April 27, 2019.

PHL-France strengthening tourism cooperation

MAKATI CITY – The Philippines strengthened its tourism partnership with France through the signing of the summary record of discussion during the 1st Philippines-France Joint Working Group Meeting.

DOT invites the public to visit Museo de Intramuros

As the Philippines celebrate National Heritage Month this May, the Department of Tourism (DOT) invites the public to explore and learn about Philippine culture and history by visiting Museo de Intramuros in Manila.

DOT gears up for tourist influx in Regional Destinations during Holy Week

The Department of Tourism (DOT), through its regional offices, has coordinated with various local government units and other concerned government agencies to ensure that tourist destinations are equipped to handle the influx of tourists and pilgrims this Holy Week.

Pateros Balut Festival celebrates culinary tourism, sustainable community livelihood

PATEROS – Balut is considered as one of the original Filipino exotic food. And when finding the best quality fertilized duck egg, Pateros ranks first, garnering the title of Balut Capital of the Philippines.

DOT holds 'Philippine Harvest' March 29-31

The Department of Tourism (DOT) announces the holding of the Philippine Harvest at the Central Square Mall at Bonifacio High Street, Global City in Taguig City from March 29-31, 2019.

MCIAA expresses support to DOT's sustainable tourism thrust

CEBU - Mactan-Cebu International Airport Authority (MCIAA), the Department of Tourism’s (DOT) partner in hosting Routes Asia 2019 in Cebu pledges its support to the agency's pursuit of sustainable tourism through their 50-year master plan which envisions a passenger-friendly and sustainable airport.

DOT, MCIAA welcome Routes Asia 2019 delegates to Cebu

CEBU - Department of Tourism (DOT) and its co-host Mactan-Cebu International Airport Authority (MCIAA) exhibited the Filipino brand of hospitality once again during the opening of Routes Asia 2019 in Cebu.

DOT: Route Asia 2019 Cebu ready to take flight

CEBU - After months of rigorous preparations, it is all systems go for the Philippine hosting of the prestigious Routes Asia 2019 according to the Department of Tourism (DOT).

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'KAON NA TA!' TO SHOWCASE NOCHE BUENA DELIGHTS

Kain Na! Food & Travel Festival of the Department of Tourism (DOT) culminates with a "star-studded" Christmas edition-Ilonggo style this coming December 19-21 at the Ayala Malls Capitol Central in Bacolod City.

DOT statement on Miss Universe 2018

Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat and the Department of Tourism (DOT) family joins the Filipino nation in conveying joyful and proud congratulations to our very own newly-crowned Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Elisa Magnayon Gray.

DOT ready for Balangiga Bells tourists

Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat today assured that the Balangiga Bells would be a historical treasure that will be preserved for all the world and future generations to see.

Puyat pushes PHL as global food hub with Kain Na!

DAVAO CITY, PHILIPPINES - The Department of Tourism (DOT) serves the country's bread and butter on the tail-end of the Kain Na! Food & Travel Festival as it bolsters the country's reputation as one of the world's gastronomy hubs.

DOT's Kaon 'Ta Mindanao edition banners culinary tourism

Mindananoans were treated to a gastronomic extravaganza as Kaon 'Ta!, the Northern Mindanao leg of the Department of Tourism's (DOT) food and travel festival was launched recently at the Seda Centrio Mall, Cagayan de Oro City.

Pas'ungko Festival highlights Subanen folklore and literature

Subanen cultural heritage is alive and thriving in Misamis Occidental as was shown in the recently held 9th Pas'ungko S'g Mis Occ Festival, a highlight of the province's 89th anniversary celebration, and a thanksgiving celebration for the abundance of blessings among the Subanen tribe.