Former Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco pledged to support Filipino workers and communities as she takes on her new post as Presidential Adviser for Sustainable and Resilient Communities. On Thursday, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. appointed Frasco to...
Citing a neighboring country 's steady tourist arrivals, President Marcos admitted that the Philippines needs to catch up in boosting its tourism. Speaking during the inauguration of the Mactan Expo in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu, on Monday, March 16, Marcos said the country 's tourism industry...
DAVAO CITY – The city government of Davao is deepening its tourism offerings with the new Furusato Davao Tourism Circuit, giving stakeholders, locals, and visitors a closer look at the city 's Japanese heritage and historical landmarks during the 89th Araw ng Dabaw celebration. A...
BUTUAN CITY – Rising fuel costs are beginning to disrupt travel to island destinations in the Caraga region, with shipping lines cutting trips and raising fares, the Department of Tourism (DOT-13) said Friday. “The increase in fuel costs starting March 2026 is expected to have a significant...
The Philippines is setting the pace in regional sustainable tourism as the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the ASEAN-Japan Centre (AJC) gathered tourism leaders and stakeholders to discuss best practices and long-term strategies. DOT OIC-Director Alex Macatuno said the initiative highlights the...
The Netflix K-drama series “Boyfriend on Demand,” starring BLACKPINK’s Jisoo and South Korean actor Seo In-guk, has given the tourism industry in Cebu a global boost, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said Tuesday, Mar. 10. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco said the series highlights...
DAVAO CITY – The Davao City government launched four new tourism circuits on Friday, March 6, aimed at diversifying visitor experiences and strengthening this city’s position as a key tourism destination in Mindanao. The Davao City Tourism Operations Office, with the Department of Tourism-11...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) is intensifying promotions in South Korea to secure the Philippines’ spot as the preferred destination for Korean travelers. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco said the campaign combines airline deals, partnerships with 15 major travel agencies, outdoor and...
Retirement is no longer the final chapter for 15 senior citizens who are now accredited as tour guides in Intramuros under a Department of Tourism (DOT) livelihood program that lets them share history and culture with visitors. Implemented with the National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC),...
Domestic travelers have kept Calabarzon as the country’s most visited region for 16 straight years, the Department of Tourism (DOT) reported on Saturday, Feb. 28. A sectoral review by the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS), using data from DOT and the Philippine Statistics...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) welcomed the inclusion of Dumaguete City among Asia’s Top 4 Budget-Friendly Destinations for Affordable Retirement Living in the latest report of Investopedia. In a statement, the DOT said the recognition underscores the Philippines’ growing appeal to global...
A total of P80.15 million in sales leads was generated by Philippine dive destinations at the 2026 Paris Dive Show, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco said the figure represents a 43-percent increase from last year’s P56 million. World-renowned sites...
