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SOLID NORTH BATS FOR NORTH-FOCUSED TOURISM DEV’T

Solid North Party-list Rep. Ching Bernos has filed House Bill No. 3109, seeking the creation of the Northern Luzon Development Authority (NLDA) to serve as a long-term, inter-regional body that will harmonize development in the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR), Ilocos Region, and Cagayan Valley and play up the area’s tourism potential. In her explanatory note, […]

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CONSTRUCTION OF EXPANDED SIARGAO AIRPORT STARTS

The Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Department of Transportation (DOTr) recently launched the expansion of Siargao Airport. With the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to enhance travel experience in key destinations, Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco and Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon led the ceremonial start of construction for the expanded passenger terminal at […]

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FRASCO: PH EYES MORE DIRECT FLIGHTS TO INDIA

Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco expressed strong government support to accelerate IndiGo Airlines’ plans to expand their operations in the Philippines next year. This, as Frasco, who also serves as Vice Chairperson of the country’s Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB), met with the executive of India’s IndiGo as part of the activities of the […]

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DOT EYES STRONGER TOURISM TIES WITH INDIA

Overseas Filipinos beamed with pride and joy as they welcomed President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos during a special Filipino Community Gathering held in New Delhi, India.Joining the President and the First Lady were Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco and other members of the Cabinet, in a show […]

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PANGASINAN TOURIST REST AREA NOW 98% COMPLETE

The construction of the Tourist Rest Area (TRA) at the Pangasinan Provincial Capitol Complex is now 98% complete, with full completion expected by the first week of August 2025. This milestone marks a significant step forward in enhancing Pangasinan’s tourism infrastructure. Strategically situated near the Reflecting Pool and the Interactive Fountain, the TRA enhances the […]

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DOT PARTNERS WITH MASTERCARD TO BOOST PH TOURISM

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 […]

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DOT TO DEVELOP SILAGO, SOUTHERN LEYTE REEF TOURISM

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 […]

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BENITEZ THANKS DOT FOR VICTORIAS CITY TOURISM

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 […]

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EXPO 2025 OSAKA CELEBRATES PH NATIONAL DAY

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, […]

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FRASCO INVITES DIGITAL NOMADS TO VISIT PHILIPPINES

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 […]