State economic managers should also consider forming a Cabinet tourism cluster that would be in charge of addressing the multi-faceted problems of the tourism industry, as well as taking care of the country’s “crown jewels” such as Siargao, Palawan and other tourist destinations. ...
Former Senate President Juan Miguel “Migz” Zubiri is seeking a tourism master plan from the national government and specific amendments to the Electric Power Industry Reform Act (EPIRA) in a bid to address the power woes in the country’s “crown jewels” of tourism. Senator Juan Miguel...
The Philippine government has launched the Cruise Visa Waiver (CVW) program in a bid to enhance foreign tourist arrivals and encourage more international cruise ships to visit the country. Jointly undertaken by the Department of Tourism (DOT), the Bureau of Immigration (BI), and the Department of...
By TARA YAP ILOILO CITY – The Department of Tourism-6 reported a decrease in the number of foreign visitors in world-famous Boracay Island due to fewer direct international flights. TOURISTS walk on the beach at world-famous Boracay Island. (Tara Yap) DOT-6 Assistant Regional Director...
By TARA YAP ILOILO CITY – The Department of Tourism-6 reported that Western Visayas earned more than P70 billion from tourism in 2023. The Sun sets at world-famous Boracay Island. (Tara Yap) The region also registered a 22.8 percent growth in tourist arrivals with 5.36 million visiting key...
President Marcos has ordered a study for the possible granting of "nomad" visas to attract long-stay tourists to the country and help boost the tourism sector. President Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr. (Bongbong Marcos/Facebook) Marcos said this as he met the Private Sector Advisory Council for...
President Marcos has ordered a study to determine how the government can provide seamless e-Visa (electronic visa) transactions for Indian nationals to help boost tourism in the Philippines. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. (Noel Pabalate) Marcos said this as he met the Private Sector...
The iconic Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia at night Visiting a new city in a different country for the first time is always an amazing experience. You get to dive into the local culture, indulge in the cuisine, and marvel at tourist attractions you’ve only seen in pictures on...
(BOSS Ironman Motorcycle Challenge's Facebook Page) Members of the House Committee on Transportation cast criticized the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) for including the 2024 BOSS Ironman Motorcycle Challenge (BIMC) as part of its Philippine...
President Marcos said that the lives of millions of Filipinos changed for the better because of tourism's contribution to the country's gross domestic product (GDP), which marked a record-high growth in 2023. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. (Arnold Quizol/File) Marcos said this as he led...
The Philippine office of Israel's Ministry of Tourism has assured Filipinos that high-security standards are in place for Filipino travelers who want to experience the wonders of the Holy Land amid challenges that the country is facing today. Filipino Travel agents pose with Israel Ministry of...
ZAMBOANGA CITY – The Zamboanga City Tourism Office launched its official website on Sunday, June 23. DESTINOZAMBOANGA.COM The website, destinozamboanga.com, contains historical information about Zamboanga City and serves as a guide for domestic and international tourists on the...
