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Textile designs made by indigenous communities from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao took center stage as UNIQLO celebrated the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and Japan, alongside its 14th year in the Philippines. As part of its cultural, sustainability, and community initiatives, UNIQLO introduced its Re.UNIQLO project, which transforms fabric scraps into textile […]
The Department of Tourism (DOT) has officially named global P-Pop powerhouse SB19 as the Philippines’ newest Tourism Ambassadors, recognizing the group not only as a source of national pride, but as one of the country’s finest representatives of Filipino culture. The announcement follows a subtle digital activation over the weekend that gave A’TIN, SB19’s global […]
The Department of Tourism (DOT) officially launches its newest domestic tourism campaign, “Discover More to Love,” recently in Sta. Rosa, Laguna, to encourage Filipinos in exploring the country’s hidden gems and emerging local destinations. Through more than 3,000 travel deals across hotels, tour operators, airlines, and travel-related industries nationwide, the Discover More to Love program […]
The Philippines gets another global nod as White Beach in Boracay, Panay Island lands at No. 6 in Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best Beaches in Asia, reinforcing the country’s status as a world-class tropical destination. The Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best title is awarded to destinations that receive a high volume of outstanding […]
The Department of Tourism (DOT) welcomes Camiguin’s inclusion in The New York Times’ Top 52 places to visit in 2026, being the only Philippine destination to enter the list, thanks to its breathtaking mountains, beaches, and rich marine life. Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco emphasized that such recognitions reaffirm not only the country’s natural beauty […]
As part of its efforts to cultivate efficient and reliable government service for industry stakeholders, the Department of Tourism (DOT) signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the Landbank of the Philippines (LBP), the country’s largest government-owned bank. Through the partnership, the DOT will adopt LBP’s LinkBiz Portal, an electronic payment platform that will allow tourism […]
The Philippines is now officially on the MICHELIN Guide’s Most Exciting Food Destinations for 2026, calling it an ideal time to explore the country’s food scene. The Department of Tourism (DOT) welcomed the latest recognition, which places the Philippines on the list of 16 recommended food destinations and elevates the country’s culinary reputation on the […]
The Christmas long break underscored the strength of domestic tourism as Filipinos traveled across the country in large numbers, filling beaches, heritage sites, mountain retreats, and island destinations—cementing local travel as a vital pillar of the Philippine tourism industry during the holiday season. “The strength of domestic tourism in the Philippines remains a driving force […]
Senator Erwin Tulfo urged anew the Department of Tourism to bolster efforts in lowering the ticket prices for domestic flights to compete with neighboring Southeast Asian countries, which have been experiencing a spike in international tourists. This was earlier raised by Tulfo during the Senate plenary debates for the 2026 DOT Budget. “Our people would […]
The Philippines secured a seven-straight win as the World’s Leading Dive Destination 2025. Manila achieved a three-peat as the World’s Leading City Destination. Boracay earned back-to-back recognition as the World’s Leading Luxury Island Destination 2025. Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco welcomed the awards as a milestone that reflects both public support and […]