CITY Tourism Officer Alec Mapalo presents the six awards bagged by Baguio City in the 26th Association of Tourism Officers of the Philippines (ATOP) Pearl Awards.
BAGUIO CITY – This city bagged six awards in the 26th Association of Tourism Officers of the Philippines (ATOP) Pearl Awards here on Oct. 2.
These are:
Best Event Hosting: International Event (HUC Category), first runner-up, World Ikat Textile Symposium (WITS)
Best Event Hosting: Local Event (HUC Category), first runner-up, 2024 Spring Festival
Best Sports Tourism Event (HUC Category), first runner-up, 2024 Sang-atan Bike Festival
Best Tourism Event: Cultural Festival (HUC Category), second runner-up, Ibagiw Creative Festival 2024
Best Practices in Community-Based Tourism (HUC Category), second runner-up, Ili-Likha Artists’ Watering Hole
Best Institutionalized Culture and Arts Program (HUC Category), second runner-up, Community Artscape “Dugad Mi”
These awards cemented the city’s reputation as a creative, cultural, and sustainable tourism hub.
The event was attended by top tourism officials led by Tourism Undersecretary Verna Buensuceso, who spearheaded the unique programs and best practices that continue to elevate the standards of Philippine tourism; local government representatives, industry leaders, and stakeholders.
The Baguio Tourism Council said these recognitions reflect the city’s strong partnership between local government, cultural communities, and creative industries, all working together to celebrate heritage, promote inclusivity, and promote sustainable tourism practices.