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Boost in PH medical tourism seen with public-private convergence
September 8, 2023
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Philippines wins “Asia’s Leading Dive Destination” at prestigious World Travel Awards 2023
September 7, 2023
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DOT affirms support to peace and security efforts under Marcos administration
September 6, 2023
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Frasco cites PBBM’s policies, programs for the industry at PTM 2023
September 1, 2023
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DOT inks deal with Cebu LGU for more Tourist Rest Areas, “Heritage City” Carcar thanks DOT for TRA
August 29, 2023
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DOT, TESDA ink deal to expand tourism education, reinforce tourism training opportunities
August 25, 2023
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DOT, NCIP ink partnership to empower indigenous peoples, protect and promote cultural heritage through tourism
August 16, 2023
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Lawmakers laud tourism initiatives, bat for higher 2024 budget for DOT
August 15, 2023
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PHL records Php 286B tourism receipts from January to July; Frasco bares efforts to support tourism in Central Visayas
August 11, 2023
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PBBM’s prioritization makes tourism among top drivers of economic growth– DOT Chief
August 11, 2023
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DOT inaugurates first Tourist Rest Area in Mindanao; Frasco bares plan to build 15 more TRAs across the country
August 4, 2023
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DOT records more inbound flights to PHL, increase in domestic air routes
August 2, 2023
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Tourism Chief highlights Culinary Tourism in PHL at World Chefs Asia President Forum 2023
August 1, 2023
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DOT positions PHL as one of Asia’s most LGBT-friendly destinations
July 27, 2023
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From courtside to paradise: DOT supports FIBA World Cup hosting with Philippine Tour Packages
July 26, 2023
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DOT bares tourism milestones under PBBM’s first year in office; Secretary Frasco optimistic on exceeding industry targets for 2023
July 23, 2023
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PHL int’l tourist arrivals breach 3M mark; tourism receipts surge at P212.47 billion
July 19, 2023
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DOT chief grateful for continued support from lawmakers, employees
July 5, 2023
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Batanes joins UNWTO International Network of Sustainable Tourism Observatories inclusion is a manifestation of Philippines’ successful sustainability efforts in local destinations – DOT chief
June 22, 2023
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The Philippines elected as Vice President of UNWTO General Assembly after 24 Years, nabs Chairmanship of Commission for East Asia and the Pacific
June 20, 2023
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DOT welcomes positive tourism figures for FY2022; vows sustained industry recovery drive under the Marcos administration
June 17, 2023
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DOT rallies support of tourism stakeholders on digitalization initiatives
June 14, 2023
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Tourism chief, Deputy Speaker Frasco donate for education of Pagsanjan boatmen’s children
June 9, 2023
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DOT commits full support on Laguna’s local tourism resurgence; vows for more tourism projects in the province
June 8, 2023
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TWG convened to drive up CRK utilization; travel and tourism to remain ‘spark of hope’ for Clark – Secretary Frasco
June 3, 2023
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Philippines wins Emerging Muslim-friendly Destination of the Year Award (Non-OIC)
June 2, 2023
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The country’s colorful marine life takes the spotlight in DOT’s Anilao Underwater Shootout
June 1, 2023
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DOT, DND, DILG forge pact to make Mindanao a peaceful and viable tourist destination
May 31, 2023
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DOT lauds Rosquillos Festival’s showcase of local culture, contribution to local tourism
May 28, 2023
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PHL participation in int’l, local travel and trade fairs yields more than P3 billion in business leads—DOT Chief
May 24, 2023
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More than 43k workers receive DOT training on the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE)
May 22, 2023
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PBBM approval of PHL tourism plan to spur tourism transformation, employment
May 18, 2023
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DOT lauds PATA’s initiative to rebuild tourism communities in Laguna, Pagsanjan Falls
May 13, 2023
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Filipino tourism frontliners recognized during DOT’s 50th founding anniversary celebration
May 12, 2023
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DOT welcomes the resumption of chartered flights to PHL top destination Boracay
May 8, 2023
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Medical Tourism pushed by Marcos Administration with strategic global partnership – DOT Chief
May 6, 2023
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Frasco meets US filmmakers, media execs to promote Philippine tourism
April 23, 2023
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Record number 1,400 Koreans arrive to Filipino welcome led by Tourism Secretary Frasco
April 14, 2023
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Tourism chief Frasco dives in Puerto Galera, provides alternative livelihood to Oriental Mindoro
April 12, 2023
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DOT-DOLE Tourism Job Fairs offer more than 8K jobs; 3rd leg set in May
April 5, 2023
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DOT, DOTr jointly conduct inspection at NAIA T2 ahead of Holy Week break
April 4, 2023
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Business as usual in Puerto Galera; DOT to train tourism workers affected by oil spill for alternative livelihood – Frasco
March 28, 2023
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Philippines hits 260M negotiated sales, bags recognition at the ITB Berlin 2023
March 23, 2023
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DOT chief unveils National Tourism Development Plan (NTDP) 2023-2028 at stakeholders’ summit
March 15, 2023
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Frasco meets with Central Europe tourism players, vows prioritization of tourism under Marcos Administration
March 13, 2023
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Philippines comes back with biggest delegation to ITB Berlin, bags sustainable tourism recognitions
March 8, 2023
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DOT issues guidelines pushing for more openness for tourism enterprises
March 5, 2023
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Frasco lauds Ilocos Norte’s Tan-Ok festival as manifestation of the Philippine Experience’
March 1, 2023
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DOT Chief launches Tourism Champions Challenge’ to spur tourism development in LGUs
February 23, 2023
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PHL secures back-to-back nominations at the 2023 World Travel Awards
February 21, 2023
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Frasco convenes first TCC meeting, forecasts full domestic recovery in 2023
February 20, 2023
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Frasco leads groundbreaking of new tourist pit stop to boost Palawan tourism
February 18, 2023
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Frasco leads grand welcome reception for cruise passengers, says ‘PHL aims to be cruise hub in Asia’
February 15, 2023
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PBBM, Tourism chief engage Japanese tourism stakeholders in high-level meet in Tokyo
February 10, 2023
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Tourism chief affirms DOT’s support to PH Dev’t Plan 2023-2028
January 31, 2023
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Chinese tourists receive warm welcome from PHL; DOT foresees swifter tourism recovery with Chinese outbound group tour
January 25, 2023
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PHL breaches 2.6M arrivals for 2022; DOT chief bullish of 2023 projections
January 2, 2023
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DOT lands on Top 3 Highest Approval Rating among Government Agencies; bares targets for 2023
December 21, 2022
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DOT, DICT ink deal for improvement of connectivity in tourist destinations, digitalization of services
December 21, 2022
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DOT, DMW launch newest incentivized tourism promotions campaign
December 15, 2022
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DOT, TIEZA launch 7th Tourist Rest Area in Pagudpud’s Saud Beach
December 12, 2022
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DOT strengthens PHL-Saudi Arabia tourism relations, engages industry key players
December 6, 2022
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Statement of Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco on the Launch of the e-Travel System
December 5, 2022
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Filipino hospitality, Philippine sustainable tourism highlighted at WTTC Global Summit Saudi Arabia
December 5, 2022
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Frasco welcomes Uzakrota World’s Leading Country Award, PHL destinations’ citations
December 1, 2022
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DOT’s Frasco is among best-performing cabinet officials- RPMD Survey
November 24, 2022
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Frasco hails first-ever North Luzon Travel Fair as critical to revitalizing tourism; reiterates the Philippines’ readiness for visitors
November 21, 2022
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DOT welcomes long holidays for 2023; PBBM signing of Proclamation No. 90 important stimulus to PHL domestic tourism in 2023: DOT chief
November 18, 2022
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PHL visitor arrivals reach 2M; tourism revenue hit 100B – DOT Chief
November 15, 2022
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Philippines hailed as World’s Leading Dive and Beach Destinations
November 14, 2022
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PHL Tourism Chief initiates tourism cooperation talks with Italian Tourism Minister
November 12, 2022
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Palawan cited “Most Desirable Island” in 21st Wanderlust Travel Award
November 10, 2022
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Tourism chief to lead PHL contingent to WTM, brings listening tours to FILCOM in UK
November 7, 2022
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One Health Pass replaced with PHL’s ‘simpler’ eARRIVAL CARD system
October 21, 2022
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DOT exceeds 2022 target arrivals; PBBM rallies support for tourism as admin’s priority sector
October 18, 2022
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FY 2023 DOT budget submitted to plenary; Senators press for higher tourism budget
October 7, 2022
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DOT celebrates Philippines’ back to back wins at Conde Naste Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards; Boracay claims spot as top island in Asia anew
October 5, 2022
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Tourism Chief tackles plans to revive industry, entices foreign investors in New York briefing
September 23, 2022
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PBBM pronouncements at UN meet an “excellent representation” of PHL – Secretary Frasco
September 21, 2022
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DOT-DOLE 1st Philippine Tourism Job Fair pre-registration now open, more than 7k jobs available to tourism job seekers- Sec. Frasco
September 19, 2022
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STATEMENT OF TOURISM SECRETARY CHRISTINA GARCIA FRASCO ON THE LIFTING OF OUTDOOR MASK MANDATE IN THE PHILIPPINES
September 13, 2022
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DOT muling pinarangalan ng Selyo ng Kahusayan sa Serbisyo Publiko 2022
September 12, 2022
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DOT Chief welcomes IATF recommendation to make masking optional when outdoors
September 9, 2022
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Phl scores back to back win in WTA Asia; Intramuros hailed as Asia’s Leading Tourist Attraction of 2022
September 8, 2022
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Frasco lays out DOT plans and programs for industry recovery; lawmakers bat for higher DOT budget
September 1, 2022
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More than 1,500 tourism jobs to be offered in joint DOT-DOLE job fair
August 31, 2022
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DOT to ink tourism job fair program – Trabaho, Turismo, Asenso! with DOLE; Domestic, international jobs to be available to tourism job hunters
August 26, 2022
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Thailand to offer tourism job opportunities to Filipinos– Frasco
August 22, 2022
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PHL tourism chief pushes for increased connectivity, interoperability of vax certs, equalization of opportunities, and sustainability in APEC tourism ministers’ meet
August 21, 2022
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DOT TRAINS BOHOL VENDORS ON FILIPINO BRAND OF SERVICE EXCELLENCE
August 18, 2022
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20 intl, local dive and marine experts take centerstage at PHIDEX 2022
August 17, 2022
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FRASCO OPTIMISTIC OF PH TOURISM RESURGENCE, LAUDS CEBU TOURISM SUCCESS
August 12, 2022
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Frasco eyes visitor-friendly, “distinctly Filipino” air, seaports in PHL
August 8, 2022
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DOT celebrates Philippine Accessible Disability Services, Inc. (PADS) Dragon Boat Team historic four gold medal haul
August 8, 2022
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DOT to facilitate interagency effort to strengthen Filipino Brand of Service
August 6, 2022
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DOT to coordinate on quake-hit tourist destinations, heritage sites
July 28, 2022
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PBBM cites tourism as top-priority; orders infra development, enhancement of Filipino brand
July 25, 2022
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DOT Chief affirms support to National Museum of the Philippines; proposes inclusion of museums in tourism circuits
July 21, 2022
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Boracay, Palawan and Cebu hailed World’s Best Islands; DOT celebrates back-to-back accolades for PHL destinations
July 16, 2022
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Marcos push for Tourism Infra strengthens industry, raises PHL global position – DOT Chief
July 14, 2022
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DOT lauds Boracay’s inclusion in TIME’s 50 World’s Greatest Places of 2022
July 13, 2022
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Tourism Chief Frasco kicks off listening tours in VisMin, encourages officials to reach out to LGUs, stakeholders
July 8, 2022
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Tourism chief Frasco to go on ‘listening tours’ starting this week
July 5, 2022
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Incoming tourism chief receives warm welcome from employees, vows to bring “LGU perspective” to DOT
June 28, 2022
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DOT’s Philippine International Dive Expo (PHIDEX) returns to Manila next month
June 23, 2022
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DOT touts ‘future farms’ as new and sustainable tourist attractions
June 16, 2022
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PH’s significant recovery in travel and tourism hot topic in Routes Asia 2022
June 11, 2022
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DOT, MMC Foundation partnership brings ER bikes to three Metro Manila tourist sites
June 1, 2022
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DOT spotlights PWDs and women in tourism with new “It’s More Fun for All” campaign
May 31, 2022
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PHL scraps COVID pre-departure test for fully vaccinated, boostered tourists
May 27, 2022
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DENR, DOT and DILG unveil Year of Protected Areas (YoPA) Campaign marking 90th anniversary of Protected Area establishment in the Philippines
May 25, 2022
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Department of Tourism and Mickey Go Philippines introduce Pinoy Mickey Funko Pops
May 21, 2022
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DOT launches “Keep the Fun Going” sustainable tourism campaign with gamified challenges
May 18, 2022
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DOT calls for lowering of testing price cap, certification of more saliva test facilities
May 5, 2022
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PHL may be next filming location as Tourism Summit brings in Hollywood execs
April 28, 2022
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WTTC Investment Tour Highlights Viable Opportunities in Clark, Central Luzon
April 25, 2022
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Closing and Congratulatory Message during the Closing Ceremony of the 21st WTTC Global Summit of the DOT Secretary
April 22, 2022
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WTTC announces speakers for its 21st Global Summit in the Philippines
April 5, 2022
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DOT inks partnership with PNP, PDEA to beef up security in tourist destinations
March 30, 2022
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PHL says “All systems go for full reopening on April 1”; Removes EED as entry requirement
March 25, 2022
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PHL logs more than 100,000 visitor arrivals since Feb. 10 reopening
March 22, 2022
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DOT meets with Japanese tourism execs to boost inbound tourism arrivals
March 22, 2022
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PH opens doors to all foreign tourists with easing of arrival requirements starting April 1
March 14, 2022
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DOT Launches “Sounds More Fun in the Philippines” Playlist on Spotify
March 1, 2022
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DOT hopeful on higher tourism growth with downgrading of NCR, 38 areas to Alert Level 1
February 28, 2022
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DOT welcomes IATF approval to accept the national VaxCert of 12 additional countries
February 21, 2022
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PH receives 9,283 inbound tourists; DOT upbeat on higher arrivals in months ahead
February 15, 2022
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All systems go for PHL reopening for international travel- Puyat
February 10, 2022
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DOT lists requirements and protocols for arriving foreign leisure guests
February 7, 2022
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Save the date for the World Travel & Tourism Council Global Summit in the Philippines
February 4, 2022
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DOT: PH to accept fully-vaxxed tourists from visa-free countries starting Feb. 10
January 28, 2022
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DOT supports ‘Pharmacy and Drive-thru Vaccination Sites’ rollout in Baguio City
January 26, 2022
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DOT to hold 2-day conference on English as Second Language (ESL)
January 24, 2022
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Booster shots rolled out for fully vaxxed tourism workers; 50% of NCR hotel staff already “boosted”
January 12, 2022
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DOT welcomes eased travel movement between GCQ and MGCQ areas for tourism revival
January 8, 2022
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DOT launches website with exclusive travel deals for Balikbayans
December 14, 2021
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Brgy. Bojo in Aloguinsan, Cebu bags UNWTO best tourism village award
December 6, 2021
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More than 95% of tourism workers in dive establishments already vaccinated against COVID-19: DOT
November 26, 2021
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DOT asks LGUs to simplify entry requirements in tourist spots
November 17, 2021
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MICECONNECT 2021 POSITIONS BORACAY AS ASIA’S PREMIER BLEISURE DESTINATION
November 17, 2021
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DOT releases latest list of domestic destinations waiving RT-PCR tests for fully vaxxed visitors
November 13, 2021
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DOT grants incentives to fully vaccinated individuals visiting Intramuros
November 12, 2021
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Statement of the DOT on waiving RT-PCR requirement to Boracay for fully vaxxed tourists
November 12, 2021
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With projected 100% inoculation rate by next month, Boracay will soon waive RT-PCR testing for fully vaxxed visitors
October 25, 2021
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Domestic Travel Welcome-Back: DOT, TPB launch ‘It’s More Fun with You’ ad and ‘Have a Safe Trip, Pinas’ Viber Stickers
October 25, 2021
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PH cited Asia’s top beach and dive destination anew in 2021 World Travel Awards
October 19, 2021
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DOT bullish on Camiguin’s reopening, boosts Covid-19 vax drive
October 18, 2021
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DOT clarifies travel guidelines for NCR residents under Alert Level 4
October 14, 2021
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Alert level 3, good for Tourism jobs and businesses as holidays near – Puyat
October 14, 2021
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2nd Tourism & Technology Forum: Readying for a Different Future
October 12, 2021
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DOT vaccination drive for tourism workers continues in Pampanga
October 11, 2021
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Less quarantine days for travelers an ‘encouraging development’ for tourism industry – Puyat
October 8, 2021
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Vaccination of Rizal tourism workers crucial to industry’s recovery — DOT
October 6, 2021
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DOT welcomes Siargao, Palawan and Boracay win in int’l travel mag awards
October 6, 2021
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DOT calls for cooperation to ensure success of expanded operational capacity of restaurants in NCR
October 1, 2021
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Message of Secretary Berna Romulo-Puyat on the celebration of World Tourism Day
September 27, 2021
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DOT ensures compliance of accredited hotels, resorts to new IATF Alert Level System guidelines
September 24, 2021
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Cebu vax drive for tourism workers gains traction with more than 50% inoculated
September 24, 2021
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Puyat bares PHL hosting of international tourism conference in March 2022
September 21, 2021
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DOT and TikTok launch #GandaMoPinas Campaign as local borders reopen
September 21, 2021
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DOT invites ESL teachers to free Online Master TESOL Certification Course
September 20, 2021
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DOT launches “More Fun Awaits” global campaign to showcase travel preps
September 17, 2021
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Statement of the Department of Tourism on the inclusion of Palawan in T+L’s Top Islands in Asia, World list
September 17, 2021
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More than 50% of country’s tourism workers vaccinated against COVID-19 – DOT Chief
September 16, 2021
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Philippines Boosts Participation in Expo 2020 Dubai, Highlights Pinoy Food
September 13, 2021
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DOT, partner agencies drive up promotion of Filipino food experience
September 8, 2021
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More than 7.5k tourism workers in Baguio have received Covid vax – Tourism Chief
September 2, 2021
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DOT, TPB Distribute P19M Worth of Materials to Promote Safety Protocols
August 31, 2021
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DOT, NTF bring vaccination rollout for tourism workers in Siargao Island
August 27, 2021
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More than 75% of Bohol tourism workers eyed for inoculation with second vaccine roll-out
August 11, 2021
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More than 70% of tourism frontliners in Metro Manila vaccinated vs Covid-19 — Puyat
August 10, 2021
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DOT and TPB SUCCESSFULLY STAGED FIRST-EVER HYBRID EDITION OF THE REGIONAL TRAVEL FAIR
August 9, 2021
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DOT targets increased inoculation of tourism workers in more destinations
August 6, 2021
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DOT STATEMENT ON NESTHY PETECIO’S SILVER MEDAL FINISH IN THE TOKYO 2020 OLYMPICS
August 4, 2021
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Rizal Park drive-thru vax site opens; Puyat hails Manila’s anti-Covid initiative
August 3, 2021
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Statement of the Department of Tourism on the passing of heritage and cultural tourism advocate Mr. Ramon Hofileña
July 30, 2021
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STATEMENT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM (DOT) ON THE HEIGHTENED COMMUNITY QUARANTINE LEVEL IMPLEMENTATIONS IN NCR
July 30, 2021
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DOT reiterates call for safe travel amid stricter quarantine measure
July 26, 2021
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DOT reminds hotels, resorts that room sharing for quarantined families is allowed
July 22, 2021
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DOT Celebrates Siargao inclusion in Time Magazine as one of the world’s greatest places of 2021
July 21, 2021
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DOT backs Iloilo bid for ‘Creative City of Gastronomy’ recognition from Unesco
July 19, 2021
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DOT calls for lowering of testing price cap, certification of more saliva test facilities
July 16, 2021
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STATEMENT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM ON IATF DECISION ALLOWING CHILDREN FIVE YEARS OLD AND ABOVE, AND FULLY VACCINATED SENIORS TO VISIT OUTDOOR AREAS
July 12, 2021
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DOT, TPB continues to support LGUs with digital transformation projects
July 5, 2021
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DOT Teams Up with Scarlet Belo and Cartoon Network to Take Safe Trips
July 5, 2021
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Bakuna by the Sea: DOT hails Davao’s innovative approach to travel, hospitality workers
June 29, 2021
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DOT, TPB TO ROLL OUT 2ND PHASE OF RT-PCR FINANCIAL SUBSIDY PROGRAM THROUGH PCMC
June 24, 2021
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Statement of the Department of Tourism on the drop of tourism contribution to GDP
June 17, 2021
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More NCR tourism workers receive support through DOT-DOLE program
June 16, 2021
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Travel for tourists of all ages from NCR Plus to Boracay, other MGCQ areas extended to June 30
June 16, 2021
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DOT and TikTok launch #SarapMagingPinoy Campaign to promote local food tourism
June 9, 2021
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DOT celebrates World Environment Month, highlights responsible marine wildlife interactions
June 5, 2021
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STATEMENT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM (DOT) ON THE RT-PCR REQUIREMENT FOR LEISURE TRAVELERS UNDER IATF-EID RESOLUTION 118A
June 2, 2021
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DOT orders stricter monitoring of staycation hotels and AEs in GCQ areas following new IATF guidelines
May 31, 2021
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DOT lauds inclusion of frontline tourism workers in A1 priority group
May 28, 2021
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Central Luzon to Showcase ‘Flavors of Pampanga’, readies tourists for gastronomic experience
May 26, 2021
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3,390 tourism workers in Marinduque approved to receive P16.95M DOT-DOLE cash aid
May 21, 2021
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DOT hails expansion of priority vaccination to A4 cluster, including tourism frontliners
May 19, 2021
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Intramuros to open Fort Santiago, Baluarte de San Diego to visitors May 17
May 17, 2021
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DOT Statement on the Proposed Vaccination center in Nayong Pilipino
May 14, 2021
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STATEMENT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM (DOT) ON THE COLLECTED GARBAGE FROM THE WATERS OF SAMAL ISLAND, DAVAO DEL NORTE
May 6, 2021
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Statement of the Department of Tourism (DOT) on the reported violations of a hotel in Davao City
May 6, 2021
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Philippine Tourism and MICE Industry to Bounce Back with the Hosting of WTTC Global Summit
April 29, 2021
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DOT-accredited establishment StaySafe.ph-users, eligible for Safety Seal Certification
April 23, 2021
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DOT grants the WTTC Safe Travels Stamp to 33 more hotels nationwide
April 21, 2021
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DOT welcomes proposals to convert tourism sites to temporary medical facilities
April 21, 2021
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DOT approves use of Burnham Green and Quirino Grandstand in Rizal Park for Temporary Mobile Hospital and drive-thru Vaccination Site
April 14, 2021
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DOT celebrates Saud Beach inclusion in the 25 Most Beautiful Beaches in the World list of Travel and Leisure
April 14, 2021
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STATEMENT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM ON THE VACCINATION FACILITY IN NAYONG PILIPINO PROPERTY
April 12, 2021
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STATEMENT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM REGARDING THE ALLEGED BIRTHDAY “SUPER SPREADER” EVENT IN BORACAY
April 7, 2021
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DOT pushes for inclusion of other tourism workers in Priority Group A4
March 30, 2021
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Strict new guidelines set for hotels under ECQ; Lenten ‘staycations’ within NCR Plus suspended
March 29, 2021
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RIZAL PARK AND PACO PARK ADJUST VISITING HOURS, REMAIN OPEN FOR PHYSICAL EXERCISE
March 26, 2021
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DOT supports Rizal tourism circuit on food, faith, art, adventure and nature
March 26, 2021
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DOT’s STDP program to enhance resiliency of PHL destinations – Puyat
March 22, 2021
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DOT SUSTAINS ONLINE PRESENCE WITH ‘WAKE UP IN PH’ CAMPAIGN AND SAFETY TRAVEL ADVISORIES
March 19, 2021
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DOT GREENLIGHTS PARTIAL OPERATIONS OF HOTEL RESTAURANTS ON JUNE 15
March 10, 2021
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Domestic travel to drive recovery of tourism industry, says survey
March 10, 2021
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DOT celebrates Hidden Beach, Palawan’s inclusion in CNT’s Best Beaches in the World
March 10, 2021
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Tourism industry hikes share in GDP to 13%; Puyat sees strong recovery from pandemic
March 10, 2021
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DOT PUSHES STRINGENT GUIDELINES FOR STAKEHOLDERS ACROSS THE NATION
March 10, 2021
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DOT LAUDS PARTNERSHIP MODEL FOR SAFE AND SUSTAINABLE TOURISM IN BORACAY
March 10, 2021
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IATF–EID RESOLUTION REITERATES ‘DOT CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY’ AS REQUISITE TO OPERATE
March 10, 2021
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DOT ISSUES PROTOCOLS ON RESTAURANT OPERATIONS UNDER THE NEW NORMAL
March 10, 2021
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DOT, DTI TO ROLL OUT HEALTH AND SAFETY GUIDELINES, DIGITAL SOLUTIONS FOR RESTAURANTS
March 9, 2021
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TOURISM CHIEF REMINDS HOTELS, RESORTS: NO DOT CERTIFICATE, NO BUSINESS OPERATIONS DURING MGCQ
March 9, 2021
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DOT WELCOMES THE RESUMPTION OF TOURISM OPERATIONS IN AREAS UNDER MGCQ
March 9, 2021
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DOT supports Coron’s sustainable tourism development to bounce back
March 5, 2021
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Boracay’s White Beach, El Nido’s Nacpan Beach among TripAdvisor’s Top Beaches in Asia
March 5, 2021
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DOT Statement on El Nido’s swift action against tourists with false COVID test records
March 5, 2021
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DOT RESPONSE TEAM ASSISTS 1004 TOURISTS STRANDED IN CARAGA REGION
March 3, 2021
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DOT8 SPRINGS STRANDED TOURISTS, TOTAL ASSISTED TRAVELERS NOW AT 11,000
March 3, 2021
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DOT Announces the Guidelines on Hotels and other Accommodation Establishments during the Enhanced Community Quarantine
March 3, 2021
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DOT WEBINAR TACKLES HERITAGE SITE CONSERVATION AND USE AMID PANDEMIC
March 3, 2021
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DOT banners “Filipino brand of service”; assists over 35,000 tourists amid pandemic
March 3, 2021
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DOT TO JUMPSTART DOMESTIC TOURISM UNDER STRICTER PROTOCOLS WITH IATF AND LGUS
March 3, 2021
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DOT PARTNERS WITH WTTC TO SHARE EXPERTS’ TOURISM OUTLOOK, RECOVERY PLANS
March 3, 2021
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More than 155,000 tourism sector workers receive first tranche of DOF wage subsidy program
March 3, 2021
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DOT MOUNTS SWEEPER FLIGHTS; BRINGS HOME 1000 STRANDED DOMESTIC TOURISTS
March 3, 2021
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Statement of the Department of Tourism (DOT) on the IATF–EID Authorization to mount sweeper flights
March 3, 2021
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Statement of Secretary Bernadette Romulo Puyat on the passing of former DOT Secretary Ramon Jimenez, Jr.
March 3, 2021
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DOT and SSI Support Philippine Food Producers in Online Philippine Harvest
March 3, 2021
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DOT PROVIDES VIRTUAL BACKGROUNDS FOR VIDEO CALLS TO ENCOURAGE “TRAVEL FROM HOME”
March 3, 2021
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DOT OFFERS ONLINE “ENHANCED OPPORTUNITY” TRAINING FOR TOURISM STAKEHOLDERS
March 3, 2021
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DOT OUTLINES TOURISM RESPONSE, POST–COVID 19 RECOVERY PLAN TO AID PRIVATE SECTOR
March 3, 2021
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DOT ISSUES GUIDELINES DEFINING “NEW NORMAL” FOR ACCOMMODATION ESTABLISHMENTS
March 3, 2021
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24,836 HOTEL ROOMS RESERVED FOR OFWS’ QUARANTINE, BPO STAFF USE – DOT CHIEF
March 3, 2021
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Recovery flights, tourism transport to continue for stranded passengers
February 22, 2021
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STATEMENT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM (DOT) on COVID-19 local transmission
February 22, 2021
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DOT, TURKISH AIRLINES FORM PARTNERSHIP TO INCREASE PHILIPPINE TOURISM FROM EUROPE AND MEDITERRANEAN SOURCE MARKETS
February 22, 2021
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DOT celebrates first run of the Philippine International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta in CALABARZON
February 22, 2021
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Puyat convenes Tourism Council; invites public to travel within PH
February 22, 2021
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International visitor receipts hit USD 9.31B in 2019, 20.81% up from 2018
February 22, 2021
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DOT POSTPONES NATIONWIDE MALL SALE TO PRIORITIZE SAFETY OF CITIZENS
February 22, 2021
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Department of Tourism unveils new ad inspired by the ABaKaDa alphabet, highlighting unique Filipino culture
February 22, 2021
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Puyat advocates for cultural and ecotourism in the new normal
February 22, 2021
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Relive the history of Intramuros city with augmented reality app Experience Philippines
February 22, 2021
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2019 International arrivals exceed target with 8.26 million visitors to the Philippines
February 22, 2021
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JOINT STATEMENT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM AND TOURISM CONGRESS OF THE PHILIPPINES
February 22, 2021
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Relaxed and standard health protocols, personalized trips key to tourism recovery, says latest Philippine Travel Survey
February 22, 2021
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DOT files falsification raps against Boracay tourists with forged COVID test results
February 22, 2021
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DOT statement following the President’s latest directive to contain the NCov
February 11, 2021
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Guidelines in Handling Guests in Tourism Enterpises in the Advent of nCOV Global Health Emergency
February 11, 2021
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DOT, DTI inspect hotels and restaurants’ compliance with health and safety protocols
February 11, 2021
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DOT ‘seal of good housekeeping’ boosts confidence among restos amid pandemic – Puyat
February 11, 2021
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DOT CELEBRATES AS PALAWAN RECLAIMS BEST ISLAND IN THE WORLD CITATION
February 11, 2021
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Meetings, conventions allowed only under MGCQ at 50% capacity – DOT
February 11, 2021
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DOT CHIEF LAUDS SENATE APPROVAL OF BAYANIHAN 2 ON FINAL READING, CITES PLANS FOR 10B STIMULUS FUND
February 11, 2021
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“THINK OUT OF THE BOX,” TOURISM INDUSTRY URGED IN DOT WEBINAR
February 11, 2021
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DOT assures tourist stakeholders of all–out support for slow reopening
February 11, 2021
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Puyat meets with Bohol execs to tackle tourism situation, recovery plans
February 11, 2021
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DOT to scale up Baguio’s Ridge to Reef Travel Bubble Plan across PHL
February 11, 2021
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DOT celebrates “Surprisingly Spectacular Diving” tag of 3 Phl dive sites by Lonely Planet
February 11, 2021
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DOT-DOLE amended JMC further expands coverage of beneficiaries
February 11, 2021
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IATF allows Baguio hotels to receive domestic tourists under GCQ
February 11, 2021
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Raising the bar of Filipino hospitality with the Leadership Excellence Series 2021
February 11, 2021
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DOT lauds inclusion of tourism frontliners in priority group for vaccination
February 11, 2021
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PHL hosts 3RD ASEAN meet on tourism professionals; DOT commits to beef up competency of tourism workforce in the new normal
January 28, 2021
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Safety marshalls to ensure physical distancing when beaches, resorts reopen
January 28, 2021
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Zero interest loans, no collateral, easy terms for distressed tourism businesses
January 28, 2021
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Puyat to grace Baguio reopening; DOT to go big on domestic tourism in 2021
January 28, 2021
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Chocolate, coffee, tea take centerstage in DOT’s KAIN NA! food festival
January 28, 2021
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Reopening of Boracay to more markets builds momentum for domestic tourism revival
January 28, 2021
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MESSAGE OF TOURISM SECRETARY BERNADETTE ROMULO-PUYAT ON THE CELEBRATION OF THE WORLD TOURISM DAY
January 28, 2021
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DOT Chief supports Negrense cookbook launch, vows continued support to thriving food tourism scene in Western Visayas
January 28, 2021
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DOT pledges to help Negros Occidental get ready for more domestic tourists
January 28, 2021
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DOT welcomes the first two recipients of the WTTC Safe Travel Stamp
January 28, 2021
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DOT launches “Have a Safe Trip, Pinas” to promote safe travels and support tourism workers
January 14, 2021
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DOT celebrates PH’s victory as World’s Leading Dive Destination and Tourist Attraction for Intramuros in 2020
January 14, 2021
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DOT welcomes Coron’s reopening on Dec. 1 with health and safety measures in place
January 14, 2021
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DOT Aims for Data-Driven Response to Tourism Recovery Under New Normal with Survey
January 14, 2021
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DOT backs enhanced contact tracing; announces low-cost COVID tests with UP-PGH for Boracay-bound tourists
January 14, 2021
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Puyat encourages affected tourism workforce to avail of the expanded DOT-DOLE financial assistance
January 14, 2021
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DOT presents virtual concert to promote Manila’s cultural heritage sites
January 14, 2021
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DOT, MakatiMed Foundation forge partnership for tourism destination health security
January 14, 2021
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DOT launches webinar training on Reducing Single-use Plastics for hospitality sector
January 14, 2021
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DOT’s 2020 KAIN NA! satisfies Christmas Cravings on fourth leg
January 14, 2021
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DOT’s 2020 KAIN NA! satisfies Christmas Cravings on fourth leg
January 14, 2021
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DOT prepares local destinations, accommodation establishments for WTTC Safe Travels Stamp application
January 14, 2021
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27,000 displaced tourism workers of CAR receive DOT-DOLE financial assistance
January 14, 2021
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DOT inspires Balikbayans to Come Home with ‘Balikan Ang Pilipinas’ Campaign
January 14, 2021
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DOT, TPB EXPAND RT-PCR FINANCIAL SUBSIDY PROGRAM FOR 11,600 TOURISTS THROUGH PCMC
January 14, 2021
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DOT reiterates penalties for quarantine hotels used for staycation and other purposes
January 14, 2021
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DOT reiterates penalties for quarantine hotels used for staycation and other purposes
January 14, 2021
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DOT supports strict entry protocols in light of new COVID-19 variant
January 14, 2021
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DOT celebrates Boracay and Palawan inclusion in Conde Nast’s 25 Best Island Beaches in the World list
January 14, 2021
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BORACAY reopens, heralds “safe, gradual” revival of Philippine tourism
January 13, 2021
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DOT sees domestic tourism boom in Baguio with affordable Antigen Testing
January 13, 2021
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DOT welcomes reopening of Ilocos Norte to Luzon tourists on Oct 15
January 11, 2021
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DOT inks tourism “CARES for TRAVEL” MSME loan program with SB Corp
January 11, 2021
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DOT inks tourism “CARES for TRAVEL” MSME loan program with SB Corp
January 11, 2021
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DOT welcomes Baguio City’s opening to guests from Luzon starting Oct. 22
January 8, 2021
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PUYAT – HOTELS IN GCQ, MGCQ MAY NOW BE ALLOWED TO OPERATE AT FULL CAPACITY
January 8, 2021
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PRA to amend retirement policies, suspends processing of SRRV applications
January 8, 2021
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DOT supports expansion of Palawan’s travel bubble starting Oct. 30
January 8, 2021
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DOT urges tourism businesses to avail of SB Corp’s COVID-19 Loan Program
December 21, 2020
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DOT STATEMENT ON THE INCLUSION OF PALAWAN AND BORACAY IN BIG 7 TRAVEL’s LIST OF 50 MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACES
December 21, 2020
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DOT, DOLE agree on guidelines for cash-for-work program for displaced tourism workers, tour guides
December 21, 2020
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Intramuros is now Asia’s Leading Tourist Attraction The Philippines and DOT receive accolades at the 2020 World Travel Awards Asia Winners Day
December 21, 2020
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Intramuros is now Asia’s Leading Tourist Attraction The Philippines and DOT receive accolades at the 2020 World Travel Awards Asia Winners Day
December 21, 2020
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Intramuros is now Asia’s Leading Tourist Attraction The Philippines and DOT receive accolades at the 2020 World Travel Awards Asia Winners Day
December 21, 2020
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STATEMENT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM ON PRRD’S SIGNING OF EO 118
December 21, 2020
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DOT chief visits Baguio City, touts cultural tourism with creative crawls
December 21, 2020
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DOT allocates P340.7M for Iloilo tourism infrastructure development
December 21, 2020
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DOT, CAB collaborate to enhance Air Passenger’s Bill of Rights
December 21, 2020
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DOT–DOTr meet to boost tourism infra, connectivity; Puyat to push approval of 1B for night–rated airports
December 21, 2020
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TOURISM CHIEF: PHL ONE WITH ASEAN IN RESPONDING TO COVID CRISIS
December 21, 2020
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TOURISM CHIEF: PHL ONE WITH ASEAN IN RESPONDING TO COVID CRISIS
December 21, 2020
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DOT STATEMENT ON THE INCLUSION OF PALAWAN AND BORACAY IN BIG 7 TRAVEL’s LIST OF 50 MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACES
December 21, 2020
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