Tourism

DOT sees October 26 as fixed Boracay reopening date

MANILA -- While rehabilitation efforts in Boracay are continuous, Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat does not hint a possible extension and still sees October 26 as the fixed date for the island's reopening. In...

Rediscovering the metro through ‘Ikot Manila’

MANILA-- Foreign and local tourists alike may now rediscover old and new must-see places in Metro Manila through the Ikot Manila tourism campaign of the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the...

‘Ganda ng Batangas’ spoken poetry tilt promotes tourism

BATANGAS CITY – Batangas province has launched its first ever “Spoken Poetry” competition to promote breath-taking landscapes, enthralling landmarks, pristine beaches and rich marine resources, among other tourism landmarks. The first ever modern...

DOT condoles with kin of 7-yr old girl killed by jellyfish sting

MANILA -- The Department of Tourism (DOT) on Friday sent condolences to the bereaved family of Gaia Trimarchi, the 7-year-old girl who died from jellyfish sting while on vacation in Caramoan, Camarines...

Wild Expeditions Palawan: Promoting ‘Leave No Trace Tourism’

PUERTO PRINCESA CITY, Palawan – The number of travel and tour retailers in this capital city of Palawan, now at more than 100, continues to increase -- undeniably, because tourism is a...

Tragic History of South Korean Island Draws Tourists

Every summer, thousands of South Koreans, Chinese and Japanese tourists flock to Jeju Island for its beautiful beaches and natural beauty. But social justice activists are trying to get them to...

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