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During the ceremonial signing for the “Gawahon, A Birder’s Paradise: Haven for Sustainable and Inclusive Eco-tourism” project recently, local leaders expressed their gratitude to the Marcos Administration and Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco for championing tourism infrastructure anchored on local government vision and community participation.Victorias City Mayor and Representative-elect Javi Benitez emphasized […]
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 […]
The Department of Tourism (DOT) and the National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC) marked a significant milestone in inclusive governance and nation-building with the ceremonial signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) recently at the DOT Office in Makati City. The MOU, signed by DOT Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco and NCSC OIC Chairperson and CEO […]
The Philippines is positioning itself as an appealing destination for long-stay travelers and digital nomads, emphasizing not just affordable living but also high-value cultural experiences and exceptional hospitality.Representing the Philippine government, Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco was among the preeminent lineup of speakers in this year’s Skift ASIA FORUM 2025 held in Bangkok, Thailand. To […]
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.” […]
In line with the Marcos Administration’s digitalization agenda, the Department of Tourism (DOT) and Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the DOT Central Office to deploy RCBC’s ATM Go in priority and underserved tourist destinations across the country. Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco and RCBC Deputy CEO and […]
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 […]
A landmark partnership will be made between the Philippine Department of Tourism (DOT) and Emirates, one of the world’s leading airline firms, to promote the Philippines as a top tourist destination in the world. At the sidelines of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), the DOT and Emirates Airlines signed […]