Travel and Tourism
Int’l cruise ship terminal to rise in Albay
January 12, 2021, 5:39 pm
LEGAZPI CITY – Another world-class travel facility that could be considered as a mega tourism project will soon rise in this city. To be built is a terminal that will cater to international cruise ships. Passengers will have a full view of the majestic Mayon Volcano once the ships dock at the… Read More
PH open to tie-up with other countries to boost int’l travel: DOT
January 12, 2021, 3:54 pm
MANILA – Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat said the Philippines is willing to tie-up with neighboring countries to create “international travel bubbles” that would allow for international travel and tourism amidst the Covid-19 pandemic. In a statement Tuesday,… Read More
Passengers transiting to Korea no longer need RT-PCR at NAIA
January 11, 2021, 6:30 pm
MANILA – Passengers from the Philippines transiting to Incheon, Korea, are no longer required to present a negative Reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) test upon check-in at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), the Korean Air (KE) announced on Monday. In a… Read More
Boracay, Palawan included in Condé Nast beach list
January 6, 2021, 3:54 pm
MANILA – White Beach, Boracay and El Nido, Palawan have placed second and ninth, respectively, in the Condé Nast’s Traveler's 25 Best Island Beaches in the World: 2020 Readers' Choice Awards list. In a new release on Wednesday, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said the inclusion of the two… Read More
Hotels not listed staycation AEs can’t accept leisure guests
January 5, 2021, 7:10 pm
MANILA – The Department of Tourism (DOT) reminded all hotels in areas under general community quarantine to secure a certificate to operate as staycation hotels first before accepting guests checking in for leisure. This came after City Garden Grand Hotel in Makati City was flagged on Tuesday… Read More
DOT backs expanded travel ban amid new Covid-19 variant
December 30, 2020, 1:47 pm
MANILA – The Department of Tourism (DOT) throws its full support for the implementation of more stringent entry protocols in view of the confirmed new Covid-19 variant. “While we favor the resumption of inbound travel to stimulate economic recovery, we value above all else the health and… Read More
Tourists can now get P750 RT-PCR test at PCMC: DOT
December 28, 2020, 12:23 pm
MANILA – Tourists can now apply for a PHP750 reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) test at the Philippine Children's Medical Center (PCMC), the Department of Tourism (DOT) announced Monday. During the signing of a memorandum agreement with PCMC, Tourism Secretary Bernadette… Read More
DOT backs temporary ban on UK travellers
December 23, 2020, 3:03 pm
MANILA – The Department of Tourism (DOT) has thrown its "unequivocal support" to President Rodrigo Duterte's decision to temporarily ban all flights from the United Kingdom over reports of a new coronavirus strain in the Western state. The temporary travel ban on all flights from the UK will… Read More
International flights to Cebu to resume soon
December 22, 2020, 3:32 pm
CEBU CITY – Cebu will soon reopen to international flights ferrying foreign tourists. The provincial government and city government of Lapu-Lapu, where the Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) is located, have agreed to reopen the country’s second busiest air hub to international arrivals.… Read More
Hotel sales, marketing group resilient amid pandemic
December 19, 2020, 5:44 pm
MANILA – For the Philippines' hotel sector, 2020 has been the most challenging year it faced, with the coronavirus pandemic grounding everything to a halt. But despite the hit, the industry chose to "go with the flow" and find ways to remain resilient in the face of this global health crisis.… Read More
PH to level up food safety standards in tourism
December 17, 2020, 8:52 pm
MANILA – The Department of Tourism (DOT) on Thursday formally partnered with the Food Safety & Hygiene Academy of the Philippines (FoodSHAP) to level up its accreditation process in the area of food safety. The memorandum of agreement (MOA) between the two parties was signed by Tourism Secretary… Read More
DOT, TPB promote Pinoy Christmas through music
December 16, 2020, 2:15 pm
MANILA – To usher in the Domestic Tourism Campaign in this holiday season, the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines have launched “Pasko Na!”, an audio video presentation (AVP) promoting traditional Filipino Christmas practices through Ryan… Read More
Domestic tourists can now get subsidized RT-PCR test: DOT
December 15, 2020, 6:13 pm
MANILA – Tourists may now apply for a subsidized reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) test at the UP-Philippine General Hospital following a formal agreement between the public hospital and the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB). The subsidy program, with PHP10-million budget… Read More
Tourism dep't bats for uniform LGU travel requirements
December 15, 2020, 12:35 pm
MANILA – The Department of Tourism (DOT) has lauded local government units (LGUs) for their efforts in reopening safe tourist destinations all over the country in answer to the increasing interest in travel and tour activities. “We are truly impressed with the efforts of the LGUs for extending… Read More
DOT to aid Zambales in safe, gradual tourism reopening
December 12, 2020, 11:50 am
MANILA – As local government leaders of Zambales start to prepare to reopen the provincial borders to local visitors, the Department of Tourism (DOT) has vowed to provide additional assistance to intensify health and safety protocols in the province. “As with all other destinations, I cannot… Read More
MakatiMed, DOT partner for health security in tourist spots
December 11, 2020, 3:47 pm
MANILA – The Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Makati Medical Center Foundation Inc. (MakatiMed Foundation) partnered to ensure tourism destination health security as several Philippine landmarks gradually reopen to travelers. Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat and MakatiMed Foundation… Read More
Free virtual concert to feature Manila's heritage, OPM artists
December 10, 2020, 8:48 pm
MANILA – A multitude of cultural heritage sites in Manila will get the spotlight in an upcoming free virtual concert on December 13, featuring various OPM artists such as Ebe Dancel, Armi Millare, and IV of Spades' Blaster Silonga. “The Hinahanap-Hanap Kita Manila concert will give us the… Read More
DOT vows promotion of Batangas dive tourism
December 10, 2020, 8:25 am
MANILA – Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat on Wednesday vowed to support the continued development of dive tourism in Anilao, Batangas, otherwise known as the birthplace of scuba diving in the Philippines. During the stakeholders meeting hosted by Mabini Mayor Noel… Read More
DOT supports global Covid-19 vaccine passport
December 10, 2020, 8:24 am
MANILA – The Department of Tourism expressed its support to the proposed global coronavirus vaccine passport that would restore trust and travel confidence once Covid-19 inoculation rolls out across the world. "The proposals for a 'COVID-19 passport' is welcome and will be looked into by the… Read More
Cebu Pacific launches seat sale with DOT to boost tourism
December 9, 2020, 7:56 pm
MANILA – As more local destinations are opening their doors for travel, Cebu Pacific (CEB) was joined by the Department of Tourism (DOT) as it launched its "12.12 Piso sale", virtually on Wednesday. The seat sale can be availed of from December 10-12, for travel from August 1 to November 30,… Read More
