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).
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.
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.
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.
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.”
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.
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
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).
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.
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).
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.
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.
Inbound visitor arrivals include Foreign visitors and Overseas Filipinos currently residing abroad.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
For the tourism sector, shopping is no longer a secondary activity but is in fact an integral part of the tourist experience.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
She is our perfect Tourism Ambassador!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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