Category: tourism
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Philippine Experience Program (PEP) Central Luzon-Subic leg
Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose Aliño handed over to Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco copies of the “Birds of Subic Bay” book as a memento during a meeting with local chief executives of Zambales, Olongapo City and SBMA officials on Thursday (Dec. 12) at the Subic Bay…
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PHILIPPINES MAKES WAVES AT DEMA SHOW 2024 WITH OVER PHP 589 MILLION IN BUSINESS LEADS
The Philippines has once again solidified its position as a premier global dive destination, concluding a successful participation in the Diving Equipment and Marketing Association (DEMA) Show 2024, held at the Las Vegas Convention Center from November 19 to 22. Represented by 16 Philippine-based dive companies under the auspices of the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines, the country showcased…
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Philippines generates over PHP 721M in Sales Leads at ITB Asia 2024
The Philippines, led by the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines, made a powerful impact at Internationale Tourismus Borse (ITB) Asia 2024, held from October 23-25 at the Sands Expo Convention Centre in Singapore. With 29 exhibitors showcasing the best of Philippine tourism, the delegation generated PHP 721,649,741.20 in sales leads—an incredible 378.34% increase from last…
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14th Regional Travel Fair in Roxas City Closes Year with PHP 348 Million in Sales Leads
The Regional Travel Fair (RTF) successfully concluded its final leg this year in Roxas City, Capiz with PHP 348.5 million in sales leads and PHP 20.67 million in actual negotiated sales. Held from October 18 to 20, the travel fair organized by the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines showcased the tourism potential of the Western…
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Angeles City, Pampanga hailed as Best Emerging Culinary City Destination in Asia
Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco celebrated the newest recognition of Angeles City, Pampanga as Asia’s Best Emerging Culinary City Destination at the World Culinary Awards Gala Ceremony 2024. Conferred on Wednesday, October 3, the award further solidifies Angeles City’s status as a rising star in global food tourism. “This prestigious recognition of Angeles City as…
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#LoveSOCCSKSARGEN: TPB and DOT to Host 13th Regional Travel Fair in General Santos City
The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines, the marketing and promotions arm of the Department of Tourism (DOT), is set to host the 13th Regional Travel Fair (RTF) in General Santos City from September 27 to 29, 2024. As one of TPB’s flagship programs, the RTF serves as a platform for host regions to highlight their…
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Exclusive Discounts for Tourism Workers as Robinsons Hotels and Resorts Celebrate World Tourism Day
Robinsons Hotels and Resorts (RHR) is rolling out the red carpet for the heroes of the tourism industry to celebrate World Tourism Day. In partnership with the Department of Tourism (DOT), RHR is offering a month-long celebration from September 3 to October 7, 2024, with exclusive discounts as a heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated professionals…
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Subic Freeport want to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
SUBIC BAY FREEPORT— A senior official of the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) said on Wednesday, September 11, that the Subic agency will reduce greenhouse gas emissions here and bring it to zero balance within 16 years under a program to make Subic the country’s first carbon-neutral economic zone. SBMA Ecology Center manager Amethya dela Llana…
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Travel Breathe Dive in Subic
SUBIC BAY FREEPORT–The Department of Tourism – Region III, in partnership with key dive stakeholders, launched the first Travel Breathe Dive (TBD) initiative in Subic Bay, marking the third destination under the TBD program since its inception in 2022. Despite initial concerns about murky waters, dive visibility exceeded expectations, captivating participants with Subic’s hidden wreck…
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MICECON 2024 in Clark a resounding success
The Philippine MICE Conference (MICECON) returned to Clark after ten years to host MICECON 2024. With the theme M.I.C.E. XD: XPERIENCE DIVERSIFIED, the three-day event, held from July 10 to 12 at the SMX Convention Center Clark was a combined effort of the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines, Clark Development Corporation (CDC), and various partners…
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51 CL tour guides receive insurance, kits from DOT
PAMPANGA– A total of 51 tour guides from the provinces of Pampanga, Aurora, Bataan, Bulacan, and Tarlac received free personal accident insurance coverage worth P2.55 million from the Department of Tourism (DOT). Aside from the insurance, they also received DOT tour guiding kits containing electronic lapels, hats, sunblock, sunglasses, tumblers and other tour guiding essentials. The recipients…
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DOT and SBMA team up to showcase Central Luzon as top cruise tourism destination
The Department of Tourism – Region III and the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority – Tourism Department teamed up to showcase Central Luzon as a top spot for cruise tourism at the Seatrade Cruise Global event held in Miami, Florida recently. The said event, known to be the leading cruise industry exhibition for over 30 years,…
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Subic cruise ship program gets new boost
SUBIC BAY FREEPORT– GTS Serenade of the Seas, a 12-decker Radiance-class cruise ship operated by Royal Caribbean International, made its maiden call here on March 25, carrying 1,371 guests and 819 crew members. Before the pandemic, Royal Caribbean ships regularly sailed into Subic Bay. These include the colossal Spectrum of the Seas and Ovation of…
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TPB Launches Enhanced Membership Program
The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) launched its enhanced TPB Membership Program to expand and bring more opportunities to its members. Under Republic Act No. 9593, otherwise known as the Tourism Act of 2009, the Tourism Promotions Board shall be open for membership to entities, groups and individuals with economic, social or cultural interest in travel…
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Philippines triumphs at ASEAN Tourism Forum 2024, secures over PHP 400 million in sales leads
The ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2024 concluded on a high note for the Philippines, yielding over 400 million Philippine pesos in negotiated sales leads during its three-day business-to-business sessions from January 24 to 26, 2024 in Vientiane, Laos. The Philippine delegation, led by the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines,…
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