Tourism

New Magellan marker to rise in historic Homonhon

BORONGAN CITY, Eastern Samar -- A new marker will soon rise at the Magellan landing site in Homonhon Island, Guiuan, Eastern Samar, replacing the old one destroyed by years of typhoons. Guiuan...

Cruise tourism initiatives pay off as arrivals jump more than 100%

MANILA -- Philippine cruise ship arrivals posted unprecedented figures in the last 12 months capped by the simultaneous docking of cruise ships at the Manila’s South Harbor. The Manila South Harbor, managed...

DOT sees Mindanao assuming bigger PH tourism role

MANILA -- Despite the challenges Mindanao suffered in terms of tourism promotion in the past few years, Department of Tourism (DOT) officials believe it is time to begin important projects in the...

DOT to address Boracay rehab effect on island’s laborers

MANILA -- With over 17,000 tourism employees in Boracay, the Department of Tourism (DOT) on Sunday announced it is now coordinating with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) to address possible...

Roque to recommend tourism budget increase in Tangub, MisOcc

MANILA -- After visiting a world-class viewdeck above Mt. Malindang in Tangub, Misamis Occidental, Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque on Tuesday assured he will recommend an increase in the city's tourism projects, particularly...

La Trinidad town all set for 37th Strawberry Festival

LA TRINIDAD, Benguet -- All is set for the 37th Strawberry Festival which will start on March 9 in this capital town. Mayor Romeo Salda and Vice Mayor Joey Jovencio Marrero announced Monday...

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