In a landmark move to promote sustainable tourism across the Philippines, the Department of Tourism (DOT) has launched an innovative training program for tourism officers in partnership with the Asian Institute of Management (AIM) and the Association of Tourism Officers of the Philippines (ATOP). The Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for this initiative was signed at...
In a significant move to recognize and honor the contributions of various stakeholders in the tourism industry, the Department of Tourism (DOT) has reintroduced the Philippine Tourism Awards (PTA). This prestigious initiative aims to foster a spirit of healthy competition and elevate the standards of excellence within the tourism sector. During a ceremony at the...
Manila, Philippines – The Philippines has successfully exceeded its target of 4.8 million international visitors for 2023, announced Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco on Tuesday, November 28. This remarkable achievement was disclosed during the 1st Philippine Golf Tourism Summit at the Grand Hyatt Manila, a key event that united leaders from the...
Manila, Philippines – The Philippines has emerged as a leading travel destination, clinching prestigious accolades in international tourism circles. The country’s recent wins at prominent award ceremonies have bolstered the Department of Tourism’s (DOT) optimism about the future of Philippine tourism. In a significant triumph, the Philippines was named the ‘Destination of the Year’ at...
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...