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During the press conference recently held at the Sunset Marquis Hotel in Los Angeles, California, Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco highlighted the Philippines’ stunning beaches, renowned for their unmatched beauty, and the country’s breathtaking landscapes and biodiversity, and pointed out Filipinos’ strong English language skills as a significant benefit for filmmakers looking […]
The much-anticipated gathering of golf enthusiasts, industry leaders, and stakeholders commenced recently at the Marriott Manila, with the Philippines headlining as a premier golf destination.Speaking in a pre-recorded video message, Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco emphasized the DOT’s commitment to positioning the Philippines as a global golf hub. “With over 100 breathtaking golf courses across […]
The Department of Tourism (DOT) led by Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco convened a Technical Working Group (TWG) meeting in preparation for the Philippines’ hosting of Terra Madre Asia Pacific 2025.The session held at the DOT Central Office in Makati City brought together officials and representatives from Slow Food International, the Department of Agriculture (DA), the […]
Santiago City Mayor Sheena Tan conveyed her gratitude to the Department of Tourism (DOT) as Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco graced the ceremony of the soon-to-rise eco-tourism center in Santiago City, Isabela as guest of honor. Tan emphasized that the center will serve as both a scenic attraction and a home for the city’s rich indigenous […]
In reiterating MICHELIN Guide’s announcement of its arrival in the Philippines, Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco took a moment to pay tribute to the late Chef Margarita Forés, honoring her lasting impact on Philippine gastronomy. “We make this announcement today, also of course having in mind the deep sadness that all of us felt because of the […]
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco was recognized as the World Tourism Icon of the Year by the Global Tourism Business Association (GTBA) at the DOT Central Office in Makati City.The award was conferred to Frasco, noting her relentless efforts in showcasing the best of the Philippines to the world, fostering cultural exchange, […]
The Department of Tourism (DOT) and Local Government Unit (LGU) of Lingayen, Pangasinan signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) in connection with the soon to rise Tourist Rest Area in Lingayen. The agreement was signed by DOT Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, Pangasinan Governor Ramon Guico III, and Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA) Assistant […]
The Philippines and the Kingdom of Cambodia reaffirmed their commitment to advancing tourism cooperation with the presentation of a new Implementation Program on the existing Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Tourism Cooperation between the two nations. Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco and Cambodia’s Minister of Tourism Huot Hak formally presented the signed […]
Tourists can now access support from Korean-speaking agents through the Department of Tourism’s (DOT) expanded Tourist Assistance Call Center (TACC).The DOT made the announcement on the expansion of the tourist hotline to provide Korean-speaking support, reflecting the Department’s commitment to enhancing service for travelers from South Korea, the country’s largest source of inbound tourists. Inquiring […]
The Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Department of Social Welfare and Development – DSWD formally signed a partnership to provide alternative livelihood assistance to ensure the continuity of jobs and opportunities for tourism workers affected by calamities, disasters, and emergencies. This will also allow support to community-based tourism organizations (CBTOs) and small tourism business […]