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As part of her working visit to Negros Occidental, Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco engaged over 900 students and faculty of STI West Negros University in Bacolod City for a “Tourism Talks” forum, where she underscored the transformative role of tourism in nation-building and youth empowerment.“What an inspiring day to learn from […]
Beaming with pride, Philippines Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco welcomed dignitaries and guests to the vibrant celebration of Philippine National Day at Expo 2025 Osaka, showcasing the Filipino culture, heritage, and nation. “Today, the Philippines presents itself before Japan and the world with the enduring strength of a nation rooted in heritage, […]
Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco welcomed the Deputy Minister of Tourism of Sri Lanka, Professor Ruwan Ranasinghe, during a courtesy visit at the Department of Tourism (DOT) Central Office.The meeting reaffirmed the strong and growing tourism cooperation between the Philippines and Sri Lanka, where discussions centered on the mutual promotion of both countries as top-tier […]
The Department of Tourism (DOT) marked another milestone with the twin launch of Salo-Salo: Philippine Experience Food and Gastronomy Tourism and the Market Tourism Development Plan-further highlighting food and gastronomy as a key pillar of the National Tourism Development Plan (NTDP) 2023-2028. “The Filipino story has always begun at the table. Long before tourism routes […]
Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco and Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. discussed strengthening the convergence between the two economic sectors, reinforcing the Philippines’ identity as a global destination for gastronomy and farm tourism at a meeting held at the Department of Agriculture (DA) Central Office in Quezon City. Frasco outlined a multi-pillar convergence framework, […]
The NUSTAR Hotel Cebu officially opened its doors, marking a new chapter in Cebu’s hospitality scene. Department of Tourism (DOT) Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco served as the keynote speaker at the grand opening. Frasco underscored that beyond its breathtaking destinations, Cebu offers meaning for travelers. “Cebu invites the world to pause, reflect, and connect.” […]
The Department of Tourism (DOT) has officially partnered with Robinsons Hotels and Resorts (RHR) to position the Philippines as a premier tourism destination in Asia. According to the Memorandum of Agreement signed between Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco and RHR Senior Vice President (SVP) and Business General Manager (BUGM) Barun Jolly at the sidelines of […]
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco announced that the Philippines clinched the coveted Destination of the Year Award at the Routes Asia 2025 Awards held in Perth, Australia. “These awards are a testament to the strength of our partnerships with different stakeholders in the aviation and travel industry, our unwavering focus on connectivity, […]
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco paid tribute to the invaluable contributions of women in the tourism industry during the “Women in Tourism Forum” held recently at the University of Santo Tomas (UST) in Manila, in celebration of National Women’s Month.Organized in partnership with the UST-College of Tourism and Hospitality Management (CTHM), the […]
Bohol Governor Erico Aristotle Aumentado, along with other local officials of the province, expressed gratitude to the Department of Tourism (DOT) for continuing to support their island. Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco recently led the groundbreaking ceremony of the Tourist Rest Area (TRA) at the historic Blood Compact Shrine and Friendship Park in Tagbilaran City. […]