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Diving tourism contributes 1.3 bln USD to Philippine economy in 2023

MANILA, Feb. 23 (Xinhua) -- Diving tourism contributed more than 73 billion pesos (1.3 billion U.S. dollars) to the Philippine economy in 2023, nearly twice the revenue the industry earned in 2022, the country's Department of Tourism said Friday. Diving tourism raked 37 billion pesos (661 million dollars) in revenue in 2022, Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco said at the Philippine International Dive Expo.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsFeb 24th, 2024

Pinoy Aquaman sets new record in successful 10k open water swim in Capiz

CEBU CITY, Philippines — “Pinoy Aquaman” Ingemar Macarine never ceases to amaze after setting a new personal record for conquering the 10-kilometer open water swim in the Capiz Sea on Sunday, March 17, 2024.  The 47-year-old Macarine bested his previous 10k open water swim in Masbate last year. From four hours and 22 minutes in.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 17th, 2024

Pinoy Aquaman to conquer Capiz open sea on Sunday 

CEBU CITY, Philippines — “Pinoy Aquaman” Ingemar Macarine is ready for his grueling 10-kilometer open water swim in Roxas City, Capiz on Sunday, March 16.  If successful, Macarine will further stretch his record to 38 open water swims in and outside the Philippines, which no other Filipino has ever done historically.  ALSO READ: Macarine eyes.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 16th, 2024

P693,000 shabu seized in Iloilo City, Capiz

P693,000 shabu seized in Iloilo City, Capiz.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

P680,000 worth of illegal drugs seized in Capiz raid

P680,000 worth of illegal drugs seized in Capiz raid.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 11th, 2024

Victorias partners with Capiz State U for veterinary internship

Victorias partners with Capiz State U for veterinary internship.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

Cebu Daily Newscast: CCLEX-Guadalupe ramp: P6B project set to boost Cebu’s economy

Listen to Cebu Daily Newscast to know the latest news in and outside Cebu. Here are the latest news as of Thursday, April 18. CCLEX-Guadalupe ramp: P6B project set to boost Cebu’s economy Cebuanos can anticipate a significant impact on Metro Cebu’s economy following a substantial investment increase by a unit of Metro Pacific Tollways.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 18th, 2024

DOT To Launch Tourism Program for OFWs

The Department of Tourism (DOT) and Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) have teamed up for the Balik Bayani sa Turismo program, recognizing the key role OFWs play in boosting the Philippine economy. Aligned with the National Government’s OFWs Reintegration Program, it focuses on providing livelihood and financial literacy opportunities through tourism training for OFWs and their […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

Locals account for 80% of tourism receipts – expert

Local travelers help boost tourism in the Philippines, according to an expert studying tourism......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 28th, 2024

Locals account for 80 percent of tourism receipts – expert

Local travelers help boost tourism in the Philippines, according to an expert studying tourism......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 27th, 2024

‘Food tourism boosts local economy, farm production’

Food tours in this province have helped boost agricultural production and the local economy, according to farm owners and food producers......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 1st, 2024

P57-M road projects to spur tourism, agri dev t in 2 Negros LGUs

P57-M road projects to spur tourism, agri dev t in 2 Negros LGUs.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

P28-M road leads to Pangasinan religious tourism site

P28-M road leads to Pangasinan religious tourism site.....»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsFeb 28th, 2024

Digital economy contributes 8.4 pct to Philippine economy in 2023

MANILA, April 25 (Xinhua) -- The digital economy amounted to 2.05 trillion pesos (35.396 billion U.S. dollars) in 2023, contributing 8.4 percent to the country's gross domestic product (GDP), the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said Thursday. "This resulted in a 7.7 percent growth from the 1.90 trillion pesos (32.8 billion dollars) gross value added of the digital economy in 2022," the agency said......»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 25th, 2024

Loss of Russian gas has hurt German economy - minister

The country is now in a "particularly" difficult situation, Vice-Chancellor Robert Habeck has warned The German economy has lost its competitive advantage after abandoning Russian gas supplies, Vice-Chancellor and Economy Minister Robert Habeck stated on Wednesday. The EU's top economy benefited from cheap Russ.....»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

Losing Russian gas has hurt Germany s economy - minister

The country is now in a "particularly" difficult situation, Vice-Chancellor Robert Habeck has warned The German economy has lost its competitive advantage after abandoning Russian gas supplies, Vice-Chancellor and Economy Minister Robert Habeck stated on Wednesday. The EU's top economy benefited from cheap Russ.....»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

Horohoro Road (State Highway 30) blocked by serious crash

Emergency services are responding to a serious crash on Horohoro Road (State Highway 30).The crash, involving two cars, was reported to Police at 6.50am.Two people are reported to have serious injuries.The road between Nicholson Road and Whirinaki Valley Road is currently blocked by the crash and motorists are asked to avoid the area.  ENDSIssued by Police Media Centre......»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

Serious Crash, Tomoana Road, Hastings

Police are responding to a serious crash involving a vehicle on Tomoana Road, Hastings, reported around 12:20pm.One person has been transported to hospital in a serious condition.The Serious Crash Unit has been advised.The road is closed at the intersections of Tomoana Road/Williams Street and Tomoana Road/Nelson Street, diversions are in place.Motorists are advised to follow the diversions......»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 23rd, 2024

Road reopens - Salisbury Road, Richmond

Salisbury Road in Richmond has reopened, after a fallen tree blocking the road was removed.Police thanks motorists for their patience while work was under way to clear the road.ENDS  Issued by Police Media Centre.  Source: NZ Police.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Dagupan s Bangus Fest to boost milkfish industry, economy, environment

Dagupan s Bangus Fest to boost milkfish industry, economy, environment.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 25th, 2024