The growing influx of South Korean visitors, the Philippines’ largest group of foreign tourists, has prompted the Department of Tourism (DOT) to intensify security measures and enforce stricter safeguards to ensure their protection during their stay. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco said...
Tourism leaders and stakeholders across the country have expressed strong support for Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco following her submission of a courtesy resignation in response to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive for a midterm Cabinet reshuffle....
The Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Department of Agriculture (DA) have committed to strengthening the country’s tourism industry by ensuring a stable and affordable supply of local agricultural products that reflect the nation’s cultural heritage and meet growing visitor demand. DOT...
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco has urged digital nomads and long-stay travelers to consider the Philippines as their next remote work destination, highlighting the country’s rich natural resources, cultural heritage, and government support for long-term stays. At...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) has intensified efforts to attract Muslim travelers from the Gulf region by enhancing Halal-compliant services and strengthening diplomatic ties to establish the Philippines as a preferred Muslim-friendly destination. Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) has welcomed the opening of NUSTAR Hotel Cebu, the first ultra-luxury Filipino hotel brand, as a major boost to high-end tourism and a strong showcase of the country’s distinct brand of hospitality on the global stage. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco said...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) welcomed the inclusion of five more Philippine hotels in the MICHELIN Guide Hotels List, raising the country’s total to 11 internationally recognized properties. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco said the recognition affirms the Philippines ' ability to...
Remote and underserved tourist areas will soon gain improved access to banking services as the Department of Tourism (DOT) partners with Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) for the nationwide deployment of ATM Go terminals. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco and RCBC Deputy CEO and...
Department of Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco (Photo: DOT) A total of 16.4 million Filipinos were employed in tourism-related sectors in the first quarter of 2024, as all 18 regions saw positive economic growth, with the Department of Tourism (DOT) attributing the expansion to the success...
PROUD TO BE PINOY The Philippines is one of five Southeast Asian nations participating at the World Expo 2025 Osaka. (Photo courtesy of Carlo Calma Consultancy and Masaki Komatsu) One look at the Philippine Pavilion shows just how beautiful our local artisanry and craftsmanship stand on a global...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) has mobilized its regional operations centers nationwide to ensure the safe, smooth, and seamless travel of more than 30 million domestic and international tourists during the Holy Week break. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco said the centers are monitoring key...
An explosive eruption occurs at the summit vent of Kanlaon Volcano on April 8, 2025, producing a voluminous bent plume approximately 4,000 meters tall that drifted southwest. (Phivolcs) The Department of Tourism (DOT) suspended on Wednesday, April 9, all tourism activities near Kanlaon Volcano as...
