Tag: sustainable tourism
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La Union’s Tourism Soars to New Heights: P1.06 Billion in Revenue Despite Fewer Visitors
In a remarkable display of resilience and appeal, La Union’s tourism sector has achieved a significant milestone by generating PHP1.06 billion in 2024, a 3 percent increase from the previous year’s PHP1.03 billion. This growth comes despite a slight dip in tourist numbers, with arrivals dropping by 2 percent from 550,359 in 2023 to 539,824…
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Sorsogon Sees a Surge in Tourism with 138% Increase in 2024
LEGAZPI CITY – The Sorsogon Provincial Tourism, Culture and Arts Office announced a remarkable increase in tourist numbers for 2024, with arrivals soaring to 2.86 million, a 137.91% rise from the previous year’s 1.2 million. Bobby Gigantone, the province’s tourism officer, highlighted that the majority of these visitors, totaling 2.73 million, were domestic, while 135,712…
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Philippine Tourism Department Aims to Establish 100 Rest Areas to Boost Travel Experience
The Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) is making significant strides in enhancing the travel experience across the country, with Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco spearheading the initiative. On February 13, 2025, Frasco, together with Pangasinan Governor Ramon Guico III and other officials, inaugurated a new Tourist Rest Area (TRA) in Lingayen, Pangasinan. This facility, funded…
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Archaeological Survey Reveals Rich History in Laoang, Northern Samar
In a recent exploration, a team of experts led by Dr. Emil Charles Robles from the University of the Philippines in Diliman has uncovered significant archaeological potential in Laoang, Northern Samar. The findings suggest that the town was a vibrant center of trade and culture long before the Spanish colonization in 1521. Dr. Robles emphasized…
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Davao City Sets Ambitious Goal of 2.5 Million Tourists by 2025
Davao City is ambitiously targeting to welcome 2.5 million tourists in 2025, according to the City Tourism Operations Office (CTTO). Jennifer Romero, head of the CTTO, is confident that the city will meet this target. Last year, the city saw over 1.8 million visitors, a significant increase from the 1.2 million recorded in 2023. Romero…
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Philippines to Showcase Cebu, Manila, and Boracay at ASEAN Tourism Forum 2026
The Philippines is gearing up to host the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2026, a significant annual event that brings together tourism ministers from Southeast Asia. The forum will be spread across three key locations: Cebu, Manila, and Boracay. The ceremonial handover of the chairmanship to the Philippines occurred on January 20, 2025, at the Johor…
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Philippines to Host ASEAN Tourism Forum 2026 in Cebu, Manila, and Boracay
The Philippines is gearing up to host the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2026, a significant annual event that brings together tourism ministers from Southeast Asia. The forum will be spread across three key locations: Cebu, Manila, and Boracay. The official handover of the chairmanship to the Philippines was marked by a symbolic gavel transfer from…
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Sugba Lagoon in Siargao to Undergo Month-Long Closure for Environmental Rehabilitation
The renowned Sugba Lagoon, located in Del Carmen on Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte, will be temporarily closed from January 10 to February 10, 2025. This closure is aimed at facilitating environmental recovery and rehabilitation efforts. The local government of Del Carmen has also planned to use this period to repair and maintain tourism facilities…
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Philippine Tourism Department Commits to Sustainable and Inclusive Growth
In a heartfelt Christmas message, Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco reaffirmed the Department of Tourism’s (DOT) dedication to fostering a sustainable and inclusive tourism sector in the Philippines. Speaking from Manila, Frasco outlined the DOT’s vision for the future, emphasizing the creation of job opportunities and the enhancement of tourist experiences. Frasco expressed her desire to…
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Philippine Tourism Department Pledges Continued Growth and Sustainability
In a heartfelt Christmas message, Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco reaffirmed the Department of Tourism’s (DOT) dedication to fostering a sustainable and inclusive tourism sector in the Philippines. Speaking from Manila, Frasco outlined the DOT’s ongoing efforts to generate employment opportunities and improve the overall travel experience for visitors. She emphasized the importance of building a…
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