ILOILO CITY – The Department of Tourism-6 donated eight electric tricycles for key government institutions that provide pivotal services to tourists and people in the world-famous Boracay Island in Malay, Aklan. THE Department of Tourism donated eight electric tricycles (e-trikes) to key...
President Marcos underscored the importance of the continuing partnership between the government and the private sector to promote the country’s tourism industry. Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco speaks at the Tourism Summit on Monday, May 13, 2024. (Photo from DOT/Facebook) In a speech...
There is a vast potential in tourism for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), Go Negosyo founder Joey Concepcion said on Monday, May 13, as he highlighted how tourism and small businesses can propel the Philippines forward. First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos and Tourism Secretary Christina...
President Marcos cited the need to restore the air links between the Philippines and New Zealand to increase tourism and trade flows between the two countries. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. welcomes the new Resident Ambassador-Designate of New Zealand to the Philippines Catherine...
President Marcos urged overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) not only to support micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), but also help promote gastronomic tourism. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. (Photo from the Presidential Communications Office) Marcos made the call in his...
Senator Grace Poe on Sunday, May 5 warned that the supposed “modern” jeepneys the government is pushing under the public utility vehicle (PUV) modernization program could bring undue damage to the Philippine’s tourism campaign considering the country’s iconic jeepney is famous around the...
To improve healthcare accessibility for both domestic and international tourists, the Department of Health (DOH) and the Department of Tourism (DOT) have agreed to establish "first aid facilities" in key tourist areas across the Philippines. DOH Secretary Teodoro Herbosa and DOT Secretary...
BAGUIO CITY – The Mangan Taku (Let’s Eat) Festival featuring indigenous food and wine from the Cordillera region will be held by the Department of Tourism at the Rose Garden of the Burnham Park here from April 25 to 30. DOT-Cordillera Regional Director Jovi Ganongan said Mangan Taku is...
TACLOBAN CITY – The province of Samar launched three new tourism circuits featuring cultural heritage and scenic sites on April 16. These are the Secret Kitchens of Samar Gastronomy Tour, Tandaya Trail 1, and the Mabaysay Cultural River Cruise in Barangay Binongtu-an in Basey. The Secret...
Travel content creators and tourism entrepreneurs are set to be recognized by non-profit organization Go Negosyo as it continues its quest for nominees of this year’s Inspiring Tourism Entrepreneurs Awards. The awarding will be held during the Tourism summit on May 13 at the Ayala Malls Manila...
ILOILO CITY – Western Visayas region is strengthening its marketability for international cruise tourism. DOT-6 Regional Director Crisanta ‘Krisma’ Marlene P. Rodriguez (right) talks to a foreigner during the Seatrade Cruise Global in Florida, United States. (Department of...
ILOILO CITY – The Department of Tourism (DOT) has rolled out the five-year National Tourism Development Plan (NTDP) for Visayas stakeholders in this city. TOURISM Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco presents the 2023-2028 National Tourism Development Plan for Visayas stakeholders in Iloilo City....
