DOT launches a video that promotes responsible travels and support for workers of the tourism industry BEHIND THE SCENES Toward the end of the video people in the background, tourism workers, were given their screen time These days, everyone dreams of being able to travel once again. This dream is...
Ara Mina Actress-restaurateur Ara Mina and other celebrities have joined the campaign that would help boost the Philippine tourism and help those who are in need. “Our team has sworn that we are forming this group to be able to help those people in need, to raise the level of tourism in the...
ⓒ Alejandro Luengo via Unsplash After gradually reopening top tourist spots like Boracay, Bohol, Baguio, or Ilocos for leisure travel, the Department of Tourism (DOT) and local government of Siargao are propping up the island for more visitors and hubaderas and surfers just in time...
It’s time to support our local economy, with safety precautions in placed Our travel plans had to be postponed this 2020 due to the pandemic, leaving us dreaming of when we would get to embark on new adventures again. I must admit, that despite the announcement of Boracay opening its doors to...
Philippine Airlines (PAL) resumes its regular commercial services between Manila and Tagbilaran (Panglao, Bohol) starting this Sunday,, November 22, with thrice weekly flights (every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday). PR4773 departs NAIA T2 every Wednesday at 1PM and arrives in Panglao Airport at...
Nissan and DOT launch Safe Trips campaign By Neil Pagulayan Nissan Philippines has partnered with the Department of Tourism (DOT) to launch a new Safe Trips campaign. It is aimed at promoting safe and responsible land travel to boost local tourism. In a virtual press conference, Nissan’s...
The 2020 World Travel Awards, in which our country won four of the most prestigious titles, is giving you a lot more reasons to explore our many islands in the sun SEA IT TO BELIEVE IT There is an abundance of natural resources and marine life in the country (photo by Erwin T. Lim) There is no...
Good news: You can finally rebook those canceled flights as some of the country’s top destinations have reopened for leisure travel. The bad news? You will be facing rigorous protocols and spending cash for swab tests. These spots, however, are taking the best approaches to ensure your safety,...
DBP President and Chief Executive Officer Emmanuel G. Herbosa After disbursing over P11.98-billion credit assistance to the beleaguered tourism sector in the first half of this year, the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) further committed to help the industry rebuild trust in travel, adapt...
The search is on for Miss World Philippines 2020! Seven titles are up for grabs in the prestigious national pageant which will be held in January 2021. These titles are Miss World Philippines 2020, Miss Supranational Philippines 2020, Miss Eco Philippines 2020, Reina Hispanoamericana Filipinas...
Google Philippines has introduced initiatives to support the country’s safe economic recovery through: MSME Caravan, free listings on Google Shopping tab, and Google Maps for local tourism. In partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry, MSME Caravan aims to train micro, small, and...
Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat has ordered a review of the Philippine Retirement Authority policies, and the suspension of the issuance of Special Retirement Residence Visa (SRRV) program of the agency. DOT Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat (MANILA BULLETIN FILE PHOTO) In a special...
