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DUBAI, U.A.E. – The Philippines has proudly clinched the title of Asia’s Best Cruise Destination 2023 at the prestigious World Cruise Awards. This notable achievement marks the first time the Philippines has received this recognition, building the country’s reputation as an emerging powerhouse in the global cruise and tourism sector.  The World Cruise Awards, an annual … Read more

BONGAO, TAWI-TAWI — Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco assured Tawi-Tawians of the Department of Tourism’s (DOT) support, as it continually pursues its objective of equalizing tourism opportunities ensuring tourism development where “no one is left behind”. This, as the tourism chief graced the 50th Kamahardikaan sin Tawi-Tawi on Monday (Sept. 25), where she was invited … Read more

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. ordered on Sunday all government agencies to ensure the safety and welfare of the overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and the Filipino community in Israel amid the ongoing conflict between Israeli forces and the Palestinian militant group Hamas. In a statement, the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) said that President Marcos has … Read more

Philippine Department of Tourism (PDOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco has been invited to speak at panel discussions at the prestigious United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Global Tourism Economy Forum (GTEF) slated on Friday (Sept. 22) in the Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR).  The Philippine tourism chief will be joining tourism ministers from across the … Read more

The Philippine coast guard said it removed a Chinese floating barrier that blocked access to a disputed South China Sea lagoon. A coast guard statement said it conducted a “special operation” to remove the barrier, which China put in place last week. The Philippine coast guard also released a video showing a diver using a … Read more

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. received a rockstar welcome from overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) at a mall during a surprise visit on Sunday at the sidelines of his official visit to Singapore. The President arrived at Lucky Plaza Mall at around noon to say hello to OFWs who usually gather at the popular mall for … Read more

Manila, Philippines—The Department of Tourism (DOT) reaffirms its support for the Marcos Administration’s goal to boost the medical tourism industry in the country by collaborations with industry stakeholders in aesthetics, aging, and wellness. This, according to Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, emphasizing that it is seen a potential “strong growth center” for the Philippines. The … Read more

Another set of cash payouts will be held on Monday, Sept. 11, in the metropolis and in Zamboanga del Sur as part of the efforts of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to assist small rice retailers who were affected by the implementation of the rice price ceilings nationwide. In its report to President Marcos, the … Read more

MEDIA RELEASE  07 September 2023         CONTACT:CZARINA ZARA-LOYOLADirector, Office of Public Affairs and Advocacyopaa.director@tourism.gov.ph Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam—Solidifying its status as the ultimate diving destination in the region, the Philippines has clinched for the fifth consecutive year the Asia’s Leading Dive Destination title at the preeminent World Travel Awards (WTA) Asia & … Read more

The issuance of Executive Order (EO) No. 39, which sets price ceilings on rice nationwide will not only reduce rice prices in the market but will also penalize and discourage hoarding, according to the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA). In a statement, NEDA said that “the imposition of a price ceiling on rice will … Read more