Travel and Tourism
Travel vouchers, affordable RT-PCR test eyed for tourists
December 1, 2020, 6:16 pm
MANILA – The Department of Tourism (DOT), in partnership with the University of the Philippines-Philippine General Hospital (UP-PGH), is looking at subsidizing about half of the reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) test costs for tourists traveling domestically, as the… Read More
Bohol eyes reopening by 2nd week of December
December 1, 2020, 5:27 pm
MANILA – Bohol is planning to welcome travelers by the second week of December 2020, an addition to the growing list of destinations reopening after months of closure, Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat said on Tuesday. "Bohol will also be opened. They are already open for MICE, for big… Read More
Take tourism survey, DOT urges travelers
December 1, 2020, 1:40 pm
MANILA – The Department of Tourism (DOT), in collaboration with Guide to the Philippines and the Asian Institute of Management (AIM)-Dr. Andrew L. Tan Center launched a follow-up survey on Philippine Travelers' sentiments in the new normal. The department invites the public to respond to the… Read More
PH Intramuros, dive spots net WTA awards
November 28, 2020, 4:41 pm
MANILA – The Philippines’ dive spots and Intramuros were again recognized as top travel sites after bagging this year's World's Leading Dive Destination and World's Leading Tourist Attraction award from the 2020 World Travel Awards (WTA). This is the Philippines’ second time to win the… Read More
PH launches 'motourismo' to attract riders to travel
November 28, 2020, 9:26 am
MANILA – The Department of Tourism (DOT), together with the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB), will be tapping motorcycle riders as domestic tourism ambassadors to show a "safe, fun, and practical" travel experience as several destinations reopen in the Philippines. The "motourismo" campaign,… Read More
DOT probes Boracay ‘full moon party’ over quarantine violations
November 26, 2020, 2:22 pm
MANILA – The Department of Tourism (DOT) is investigating a recent party in Boracay over violations of quarantine protocols, Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat said on Wednesday. The "full moon party" was held from the night of October 31 until the morning of November 1 at a venue in… Read More
Masungi Georeserve reopens to tourists
November 25, 2020, 9:54 pm
MANILA – The Masungi Georeserve, a premier eco-tourism destination in Rizal province, formally reopened on Wednesday (November 25) after months of closure due to the coronavirus pandemic. Guests are required to book their reservations at Masungi's website, with the number per group limited to… Read More
Coron to welcome local tourists beginning Dec. 1
November 24, 2020, 9:26 pm
MANILA – Coron Island will start accepting local tourists beginning December 1, the Department of Tourism (DOT) announced Tuesday. "Coron, Palawan awaits your return to its magnificent limestone rock formations and stunning lagoons as it opens for domestic travel on December 1, 2020," it said on… Read More
Tarlac's 'Belenismo' pushes through amid Covid-19, typhoon damage
November 24, 2020, 6:40 pm
MANILA – The famous 'Belenismo sa Tarlac' pushed through this year despite many difficulties encountered by the Tarlaquenos, including the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic and the typhoons that destroyed the entries of various towns and organizations. The event that made the province… Read More
DOT chief touts cultural tourism in Baguio visit
November 23, 2020, 2:06 pm
MANILA – The Department of Tourism (DOT) touts cultural tourism in Baguio City as it remains optimistic that initiatives such as the Ibagíw Festival will sustain the treasured traditions and art forms of the city. Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat said the DOT would continue to promote… Read More
Ilocos Sur ready to welcome visitors
November 21, 2020, 7:23 pm
ILOCOS SUR – Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat was among the first guests of Ilocos Sur as the province reopened to visitors, this time including those from Metro Manila. The tourism chief was the guest of honor in a ceremony that officially launched the expanded Ridge and Reef Travel… Read More
Siargao to reopen to tourists Nov. 23
November 21, 2020, 1:30 pm
MANILA – The Philippines' surfing capital, Siargao Island, is reopening its shores to domestic tourists starting November 23, the Department of Tourism (DOT) announced Saturday. The reopening was also confirmed by Mayor Cecilia Ruson of the municipality of General Luna, Surigao del Norte through… Read More
Staycation hotels in NCR now at 13
November 19, 2020, 7:18 pm
MANILA – The Department of Tourism (DOT) on Thursday announced that three additional hotels have been allowed to operate for staycation in the National Capital Region, which remains under general community quarantine (GCQ), raising the total to 13. The following hotels have so far secured… Read More
PRC’s move to cut RT-PCR test cost to encourage domestic travel
November 19, 2020, 2:00 pm
MANILA – The Department of Tourism (DOT) on Thursday welcomed the Philippine Red Cross' (PRC) initiative to reduce the reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) testing price to PHP3,300 as this could boost domestic travel despite the different quarantine measures in the country.… Read More
Cebu City eyes new tourism products to attract more visitors
November 18, 2020, 3:50 pm
CEBU CITY – The Cebu City Tourism Commission (CCTC) here has bared plans to offer new tourism products to travelers visiting the provincial capital. CCTC chairperson Jocelyn Pesquera on Wednesday said they will be developing coastal tours in the city, which is hoped to become a new tourist draw… Read More
Bantayan Island Airport to spur tourism in Cebu's north corridor
November 12, 2020, 2:36 pm
CEBU CITY – Cebu Governor Gwendolyn Garcia said the commercial airport in Bantayan Island will stimulate the tourism industry in the northern corridor of the province. Garcia, who presided the Provincial Development Council (PDC) meeting on Wednesday at the Cebu Provincial Capitol, said the… Read More
Be responsible, travelers told amid Bamboo Ecopark vandalism
November 11, 2020, 10:38 pm
MANILA – The Department of Tourism (DOT) on Wednesday reminded travelers to be responsible tourists after Baguio's Bamboo Ecopark was prompted to temporarily close due to vandalism. "The DOT appeals to all travelers looking to visit tourism destinations around the country that have already… Read More
Dino lauds Cebu airport’s 6-year development
November 10, 2020, 2:12 pm
CEBU CITY – The GMR-Megawide Cebu Airport Corp. (GMCAC), the Filipino-Indian private consortium operating the Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA), has been commended for its crucial role in developing the aviation industry, six years since it took over the country’s second busiest air… Read More
Over 7K hotels, resorts allowed to operate since lockdown
November 10, 2020, 12:57 pm
MANILA – Around 7,200 hotels and resorts have so far been allowed to operate since the first community quarantine was imposed in the country signaling the sector's bid to gradually recover from the effects of the pandemic, the Department of Tourism (DOT) announced Tuesday. The accommodation… Read More
Intramuros is Asia's leading tourist attraction: 2020 WTA
November 5, 2020, 8:10 pm
MANILA – The historic walled city of Intramuros has emerged as Asia's leading tourist attraction in the 2020 World Travel Awards, besting such world-class landmarks as India’s Taj Mahal and the Great Wall of China. This is the second time the Philippine destination won the title after getting… Read More
