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Officials of the Province of Romblon expressed their gratitude to the Department of Tourism (DOT) for formally initiating the construction of the province’s first-ever Ecotourism Park on Carabao Island—a project under the DOT’s flagship Tourism Champions Challenge (TCC). Reelected Congressman Eleandro Madrona highlighted the historic nature of the visit, describing it as a landmark moment […]
The Department of Tourism (DOT) and global technology company Mastercard have entered into a strategic partnership to harness data-driven insights and targeted marketing in a bid to enhance the Philippines’ position as a premier global travel destination.Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco and Mastercard Senior Vice President for Customer Solutions Center for SouthEast Asia Ms. Aisha […]
In a proud moment for the Municipality of Inopacan, Leyte, the Department of Tourism (DOT), led by Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, officially broke ground for the construction of a Tourist Rest Area (TRA)—a vital step toward enhancing travel convenience and regional tourism infrastructure in Eastern Visayas. “We have signed a Memorandum of Agreement between the […]
A new eco-tourism project is set to rise in Silago, Southern Leyte, as the Department of Tourism (DOT), the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA), and the Municipality of Silago formalized their partnership through a tripartite Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signed for the development of the “Silago Ridge to Reef Eco-Experience Project” (SIRREP)— one […]
The Department of Tourism (DOT) dismissed as “false” a report by an online travel insurance firm that claimed the Philippines was the “least safe country on the planet,” which could cause adverse effects on the already flourishing tourism industry.Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco slammed the authenticity of the “HelloSafe Safety Index 2025” by HelloSafe, which […]
The Cebu Food and Wine Festival (CFWF) 2025 officially kicked off with an exciting evening of culinary creativity, local flavors, and vibrant culture at the Jpark Tower in Lapu-Lapu City.Gracing the grand opening as Guest Speaker was Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, who expressed the DOT’s continued commitment to uplifting Filipino culinary […]
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 […]
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 […]