The country’s tourism industry is projected to generate an all-time high of P5.9 trillion this year as the Department of Tourism (DOT) accelerates infrastructure development to improve connectivity and promote culture-driven travel. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco on Wednesday, Jun. 11,...
Indian nationals may start entering the country visa-free for tourism purposes starting June 8, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) announced on Saturday, June 7. Foreign and local tourists at the Puerto Princesa Airport (Photo from the Department of Tourism) In a public advisory, the DFA said...
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco vowed to fast-track efforts that promote inclusive growth and uplift local communities through tourism following her reappointment by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. during the administration’s midterm Cabinet review. The...
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco received a 92 percent job performance rating in the nationwide “Boses ng Bayan” survey conducted in 2024, ranking her among the Marcos administration’s highest-rated cabinet officials. The independent poll by RP-Mission and...
Over 220 participants joined this year’s Philippine Hospitality on Sustainable Tourism (Philhost) event to discuss issues in hospitality and tourism such as circular economy, operational efficiency, design innovation, and the economic impact of sustainability, among other topics. Under the theme...
To boost regional tourism by showcasing Filipino cuisine and public markets, the Department of Tourism (DOT) has launched two flagship programs—“Salo-Salo: Taste the Flavor, Experience the Culture” and the “Market Tourism: A Philippine Palengke Experience” handbook—designed to position...
The Philippines continues to be a safe and vibrant destination for travelers, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said, reaffirming the country’s strong appeal in light of the recent travel advisory issued by the United States. The DOT cited the remarks of Cagayan de Oro City 2nd District...
Tourism leaders and stakeholders across the country have expressed strong support for Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco following her submission of a courtesy resignation in response to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s directive for a midterm Cabinet reshuffle....
Every May, National Heritage Month reminds us that culture lives not just in books or museums, but in the walls that have seen history unfold. One of them is the Manila Central Post Office, a neoclassical landmark gutted by fire in May 2023. Two years on, while full restoration is just beginning, a...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Department of Agriculture (DA) have committed to strengthening the country’s tourism industry by ensuring a stable and affordable supply of local agricultural products that reflect the nation’s cultural heritage and meet growing visitor demand. DOT...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) will expand its digital initiatives through an interactive map that highlights tourism sites in barangays nationwide to broaden destination reach and promote inclusive growth. DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco welcomed the initiative during the courtesy visit of...
The Department of Tourism (DOT) has intensified efforts to attract Muslim travelers from the Gulf region by enhancing Halal-compliant services and strengthening diplomatic ties to establish the Philippines as a preferred Muslim-friendly destination. Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco...
