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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 […]

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AUMENTADO WELCOMES US ENVOY CARLSON TO BOHOL

MaryKay Carlson, United States Ambassador to the Philippines, made an official visit to the Office of the Governor of Bohol, where she was warmly received by Governor Aris Aumentado, Vice Governor Tita Baja, Board Member Lucille Lagunay, Atty. Filipina Asoy-Piollo, Provincial Administrator Asteria Caberte, and Supervising Administrative Officer Metodio John Maraguinot. During the courtesy visit, […]

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DOT: EMIRATES TO HELP PROMOTE PH TOURISM

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 […]

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1,500 RUNNERS JOIN ‘TAKBO PARA SA TURISMO’

Some 1,500 running enthusiasts, tourism advocates, members of the National Association of Independent Travel Agencies – Philippines, Inc. (NAITAS), and officials and employees of the Department of Tourism (DOT) gathered at the Quirino Grandstand recently for the “Takbo Para sa Turismo” advocacy run for Philippine Tourism — a vibrant celebration of unity, culture, and national […]

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PH GETS 10 NOMINATIONS AT 2025 WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS

Three destinations from Central Luzon have been newly nominated in the prestigious 2025 World Travel Awards (WTA), bringing the total nominations to 10,  the Department of Tourism (DOT) announced. The new nominations include Aurora Province as Asia’s Leading Regional Nature Destination; San Fernando, Pampanga as Asia’s Leading Cultural City Destination; and Clark Freeport Zone as […]

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FRASCO LAUDS AIR CANADA’S MANILA-VANCOUVER ROUTE

A new chapter in Philippine-Canada relations unveiled recently as the Department of Tourism (DOT) welcomed Air Canada’s maiden flight connecting Manila to Vancouver, enhancing travel, trade, and tourism between the two nations. Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Frasco with Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Vince Dizon, Air Canada Managing Director Rocky Lo and Canadian […]