Senate Deputy Majority Leader Joseph Victor “JV” Ejercito has filed a resolution seeking an inquiry into the implementation of the National Tourism Development Plan (NTDP) amid the growing public clamor on expensive domestic flights and lack of proper infrastructure that is hindering accessible...
The Philippines has emerged as Southeast Asia’s leading tourism economy, generating nearly US$92 billion and sustaining over 11 million jobs nationwide, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said Friday, Jan. 30. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco said the latest World Travel and Tourism Council...
The Philippines is turning tourism into a resilient, people-centered industry that empowers 16.4 million workers and fuels sustainable growth, Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco said on Thursday, Jan. 29. Frasco said the sector is turning challenges into opportunities by...
International arrivals in the Philippines climbed to 6.48 million in 2025, a strong post-pandemic recovery that remained below pre-pandemic levels of about eight million, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco said the Bureau of Immigration (BI) recorded 5.9...
The gradual return of China’s outbound travel market is expected to drive the Philippines’ tourism recovery, with the Department of Tourism (DOT) pointing to improved visa access and restored air connectivity as factors set to lift visitor arrivals in 2026. China remains a strategic source...
The Philippines, through the Department of Tourism (DOT), is showcasing its tourism offerings to European travelers at the World Travel Market (WTM) London 2025 from Nov. 4 to 6 at ExCeL London in the United Kingdom. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco and Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Chief...
President Marcos said the government must not neglect tourist workers in times of disasters, stressing that the impact of calamities often force tourism businesses to close down. Marcos cited that tourist workers are among the most affected communities when typhoons hit the country. Thus, the...
President Marcos has ordered government agencies to ensure that the Turismo Asenso Loan Program is accessible to in need small tourism businesses around the country. In his speech during the awarding ceremony of tourism loan in Pasay City, Marcos directed the Department of Tourism (DOT),...
The Philippines received three nominations in the 24th edition of the UK-based Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards as its international tourism profile strengthened through the efforts of the Department of Tourism (DOT), the agency reported Tuesday, July 15. Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco...
A total of 2,905,363 international tourists arrived in the country in the first six months of this year, the Department of Tourism (DOT) disclosed on Thursday, Jun. 26. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco said the agency is recalibrating its year-end target in view of global uncertainties and...
President Marcos met with Japanese tourism partners during his working visit in Osaka, Japan on Friday, June 20. Malacañang said Marcos began his second day in Osaka by meeting tourism stakeholders who have supported the growth and development of Philippine tourism in the Japanese market....
The Philippines has climbed to 8th place in a global ranking of top Muslim-friendly travel destinations through the efforts of the Department of Tourism (DOT) to boost halal and culturally inclusive tourism programs. The 2025 Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI), released by Mastercard and...
