TAGBILARAN CITY, Bohol – Slowly but surely, tourism in the province of Bohol is getting back to its feet. AUMENTADO (FB) Bohol Gov. Aris Aumentado said tourist arrivals in the province have picked up and it is expected to further improve in the coming months. While the province is still hoping...
The Makati City local government proudly announced its win at the 1st Philippine Tourism Excellence Awards as one of the best cities in the Philippines that are pursuing sustainable tourism. The awarding ceremony was held at the Sheraton Hotel on Nov. 18 and was attended by Makati City Vice Mayor...
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco welcomed Presidential Proclamation No. 90 which extended more long weekends in 2023. (File photo courtesy of Department of Tourism) Frasco said the DOT foresees the Presidential Proclamation as “an important stimulus to boost the...
CEBU CITY — Suroy-Suroy Sugbo, the flagship tourism program of Cebu province, resumed on Friday, Nov. 18, after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. CEBU Gov. Gwendolyn Garcia interacts with children during the second stop of the Suroy Suroy Sugbo in San Fernando town on Friday, Nov. 18. (Photo...
A House leader is encouraging local government units (LGUs) to support the Marcos administration’s efforts to bring the country back to normalcy by ditching whatever entry restrictions on inbound travellers they might still have in connection with the Covid-19 pandemic. Camarines Sur 2nd district...
The Philippines has earned at least P100 billion from the tourism sector since border restrictions and health protocols were eased since February this year, the Department of Tourism (DOT) disclosed on Tuesday, Nov. 15. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco said the revenue was sourced from the...
The Philippines bagged the highly-coveted World's Leading Dive Destination and the Leading Beach Destination for 2022, the Department of Tourism (DOT) announced on Tuesday, Nov. 15. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco said the two awards were given during the 29th World Travel Award (WTA) held in...
BETTER DAYS Senator Sonny Angara Filipino healthcare professionals have long been recognized for their capabilities and professionalism, and the outstanding quality of care they provide their patients. Whenever I travel overseas, be it in the United Kingdom, the United States or some other...
LONDON, United Kingdom -- Getting up close to Big Ben requires earplugs, and ear defenders over them to be safe. When the 13.7-tonne bell sounds, the vibration hits you in the chest. After a five-year restoration project, the world-famous ringer is back with a bong. In this file photo taken on...
LUCENA CITY – The City Tourism Office accredited 39 tourism enterprises composed of resorts, restaurants, hotels, and catering services here on Wednesday, Nov. 9. They were issued certificates of accreditation after they passed the validation held at SM City Lucena Event Center here. The CTO...
The Philippines allots a meager $49 million for tourism compared to Indonesia’s P645 million. Other neighboring countries also have big appropriations for tourism with Malaysia being behind Indonesia with $358 million; Singapore with $376 million; and Thailand with $111 million. Tourism Secretary...
This year’s Dive7 Festival puts the spotlight on the underwater scene of Zamboanguita and Dauin When we talk about the beauty of the Philippines, distinct tourist spots come to mind. There’s the picturesque Mayon Volcano, the old-world charm of Intramuros, and, of course, the crystal beaches of...
