San Francisco, California – In a significant demonstration of economic rebound, the Philippines’ tourism sector has witnessed an extraordinary surge, with earnings reaching PHP 404.02 billion (approximately USD 7 billion) in the first ten months of 2023. This impressive figure marks a 190% increase from last year’s earnings of PHP 138.46 billion (USD 2.47 billion),...
Manila, Philippines – In a recent press release, the Department of Tourism (DOT) has expressed immense pride and joy over Clark International Airport’s (CRK) recognition as one of the world’s most beautiful airports. This prestigious title, awarded by the Prix Versailles, underlines the Philippines’ dedication to marrying aesthetic elegance with practical functionality in its infrastructure....
Samarkand, Uzbekistan — In a significant win for the Philippines, the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has recognized two of the country’s tourism videos at its prestigious Video Competition 2023. The honors were presented during the UNWTO’s General Assembly in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. The Winning Entries The Department of Tourism (DOT) clinched the award for...
The country seeks to defend its titles in world-class tourism, earning nominations in four separate categories Manila, Philippines—Renowned as a global travel hub, the Philippines is geared up to defend its titles as the World’s Leading Beach Destination and World’s Leading Dive Destination at the esteemed World Travel Awards (WTA) for 2023. The annual awards,...
A Collaborative Vision Designed with an all-encompassing vision in mind, the summit brought together key public and private stakeholders in the tourism industry. Hosted at the Shangri-La Hotel in Bonifacio Global City, the event aimed to amplify awareness of immense investment opportunities within Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA) assets and Tourism Enterprise Zones...
In a recent spotlight on global travel destinations, the Philippines has once again marked its spot on the map, with Boracay, Palawan, and Siargao earning prestigious ranks in the 2023 edition of Condé Nast Traveler’s Top 10 Readers’ Choice Awards. Announced by the Department of Tourism on October 5, 2023, these beloved islands have placed...
New Initiative Aims to Enhance Tourist Experience and Revitalize Tourism Industry Manila, Philippines –The Department of Tourism (DOT) has launched its first centralized and multi-platform Tourist Assistance Call Center, marking a significant stride in its efforts to revitalize the country’s tourism industry. Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco inaugurated the service on October 2, 2023, at...
A new culinary gateway opens in Malay, Aklan as part of Malay Tourism Week 2023 Boracay, Aklan — In a move that celebrates local cuisine and heritage, a cookbook featuring the traditional dishes of the Malay municipality in the province of Aklan was unveiled last September 21. Titled “Bugae it Malay,” the book was published...
The Department of Tourism shares an optimistic outlook on the country’s burgeoning tourism industry at the Global Tourism Economy Forum. Macao – The Department of Tourism (DOT) of the Philippines is bullish on the future of the country’s tourism industry, projecting employment to skyrocket to over 30 million Filipinos by the end of 2028. The...
The local government of Malay, Aklan, has reinstated sandcastle making on Boracay’s famed beaches, a tradition put on hold since 2018 due to environmental concerns. The practice had been a significant draw for tourists until the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) intervened, shutting down the activity along with a general closure of the...