Tourism

PH tourism achieves ‘milestone’ with 6.6-M tourists arrivals in 2017

MANILA -- Amid series of political noise, security concerns, and travel advisories the Philippines faced last year, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said it had achieved a "milestone" after reaching an...

DOT leads grant of 25 ASEAN Tourism Standards Award

MANILA -- A total of twenty-two hotels and three cities were awarded with the annual Association of Southeast Asian NAtions (ASEAN) Tourism Standards Awards during a ceremony led by the Department...

Benguet opens new cave for spelunkers

TUBA, Benguet -- Spelunkers will have an alternative site to enjoy caving in this upland town in northern Philippines, with the Aran Cave opening to the public on February 16. Located at the...

Septuagenarian tour guides add richness to Cavite museum’s stories

KAWIT, Cavite -- Walking into the historic Museo ni Emilio Aguinaldo (MEA) is a pleasure, even as one gazes at the historical artifacts inside. Meeting the two senior folks brings amazement to guests,...

PC Hill soon to be colorful hillside tourist attraction

COTABATO CITY -- The city’s Pedro Colina Hill, aptly called P. C. Hill, will soon be vibrant with bright colors as some 100 houses facing the east side of the city...

Dinagyang Festival here to stay for centuries

ILOILO CITY -- Dinagyang festival will stay for centuries. This was stressed by Iloilo Governor Arthur Defensor, Sr. in his speech during the opening program of the 50th anniversary of Dinagyang festival in...

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