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.