The Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) are opening structured pathways for returning Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) to build livelihoods and participate in the country’s growing tourism sector. “Our workers abroad sustain families and local communities,...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) is harnessing Visa digital solutions to streamline payments, enhance visitor experiences, and empower small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across key tourist destinations. The initiative was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed by DOT...
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco on Wednesday, Nov. 26, called on the private sector to guide the spending of the restored ₱1-billion tourism promotions budget for 2026. The DOT will now rely on industry input to identify target markets, flagship products, and...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) is deploying smartphones and Internet of Things (IoT) devices to make travel across the Philippines safer and more efficient for every visitor. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco said the initiative empowers tourists with reliable technology and accurate tourism...
New direct flights and Halal-friendly travel, led by the Department of Tourism (DOT), are set to draw Saudi travelers as the Kingdom becomes one of the country’s fastest-growing inbound markets. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco said the Philippines remains popular among Saudi visitors for...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) appealed to travelers not to cancel their flights to Cebu, saying key tourism areas are safe and fully operational despite recent typhoons and an earthquake. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco said the province’s recovery is ongoing but stable. Core tourism...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) on Saturday, Nov. 8, reminded tourism establishments to maintain fair pricing and compassionate service for travelers and evacuees affected by recent calamities. In a statement, the DOT said accredited tourism enterprises must practice transparency and...
The Philippines, through the Department of Tourism (DOT), is showcasing its tourism offerings to European travelers at the World Travel Market (WTM) London 2025 from Nov. 4 to 6 at ExCeL London in the United Kingdom. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco and Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Chief...
President Marcos has ordered the creation of the National Sports Tourism Interagency Committee to harmonize and oversee all government initiatives to develop and sustain sports tourism. Marcos made the directive through Administrative Order No. 38, which stressed the need to create an inter-agency...
Tourism activities in Cebu are regaining momentum as the province’s operations remain safe and fully operational following last month’s magnitude 6.9 earthquake, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said on Monday, Oct. 27. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco said inspections confirmed that...
CEBU CITY – Bent on protecting whale sharks and coastal ecosystems, the province of Bohol is turning to a science-based and community-led approach to marine tourism. Marine tourism management was discussed in a recent joint meeting of the Committees on Natural Resources and Environmental...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) have launched programs providing free legal aid to tourism enterprises and a privilege card granting lawyers exclusive perks at DOT-accredited establishments. Unveiled on Tuesday, Oct. 21, at the DOT Central Office in...
