‘Philippines tourism alive again’
With more Filipinos able to afford traveling around the country and even overseas, a travel executive declared that the Philippines’ tourism industry is alive again amid continuous easing of pandemic restrictions......»»
‘DoReMi’ fans feeling emotional sa reunion nina Donna, Regine at Mikee
IN FAIRNESS, alive na alive pa rin hanggang ngayon ang mga fans ng iconic trio nina Donna Cruz, Regine Velasquez at Mikee Cojuangco. Tuwang-tuwa at feeling “nostalgic” muli ang mga supporters ng tatlong magkakaibigan na nagkasama-sama noon at bumida sa classic 1996 Viva Films movie na “DoReMi.” Reunited kasi uli sina DOnna, REgine at MIkee.....»»
Vice Ganda wants to hear eulogy for him while he s still alive
Kapamilya host Vice Ganda revealed that he wanted to hear his eulogy while he is still alive. .....»»
BNPP revival hopes still alive
Hopes for the revival of the mothballed Bataan Nuclear Power Plant are still very much alive, but the government is also studying its options in case reviving the facility is no longer feasible. .....»»
People power is alive, says Cory grandson
The spirit of the 1986 people power revolt is alive as the country commemorates the 38th anniversary of the uprising on Feb. 25, the grandson of the late president Corazon Aquino said yesterday......»»
Francine Diaz tiniyak na alive na alive pa rin ang ‘FranSeth’ love team
SA kabila ng solo projects, buhay na buhay pa rin ang love team nina Francine Diaz at Seth Fedelin o mas kilala bilang “FranSeth.” ‘Yan mismo ang nilinaw ng Kapamilya young actress matapos tanungin sa isang health expo event na ginanap kamakailan lang. Paliwanag ni Francine, hindi lang dapat nakadepende sa love team ang growth.....»»
Xinhua world economic news summary at 0900 GMT, March 17
MANILA -- The number of Chinese inbound travelers to the Philippines surged by 235 percent year-on-year in the first two months of 2024, a Philippine lawmaker said Sunday. Citing data from the Philippines' Department of Tourism, Representative Marvin Rillo, vice chairperson of the committee on tourism in the House of Representatives, said that 82,314 Chinese travelers entered the Philippines in January and Febru.....»»
Philippines, Canada to strengthen agriculture, tourism partnerships
The Philippines and Canada will boost agriculture and tourism partnerships as they celebrate 75 years of diplomatic ties......»»
Cebuano Larz Dawson first runner-up for Mister Tourism Universe 2024
CEBU CITY, Philippines— Another Cebuano is putting Cebu on the centerstage of pageants. Larz Kent Dawson, 22, from Tisa, Cebu City recently bagged the first runner-up title for this year’s Mister Universe Tourism. Dawson, who was crowned Ginoong Pilipinas 2023, added another title in his bag, this time on the international stage. “Joining Mister Universe.....»»
President Marcos orders government agencies: Consolidate tourism services
To lure more foreign visitors to the Philippines, President Marcos has ordered government agencies to consolidate all tourism services, from flight and hotel booking to arranging drivers and tour guides. .....»»
EDITORIAL - Buried alive, again
As of late yesterday afternoon, seven people had been confirmed killed while about 10 others remained missing in a landslide that struck the gold mining area of Monkayo town in Davao de Oro......»»
Philippines to showcase tourism offerings at Arabian Travel Market, Seoul Int’l Travel Fair 2024
The Department of Tourism and its marketing arm, Tourism Promotions Board, are set to lead the delegation who will spotlight Philippines' tourism offerings in back-to-back travel and trade events this month......»»
CTOO: Too early to tell lovers’ murder effect on city tourism
THE Davao City Tourism Operations Office (CTOO) says it is too early to presume the possible and direct effect on the tourism industry in the city of the recent bloody crime involving the deaths of real-life partners......»»
Tubigon, Badian win big in tourism challenge
Tubigon, Badian win big in tourism challenge.....»»
9th ITF amplifies ‘Love to Travel’ to boost local tourism
The 9th edition of the International Travel Festival (ITF) encourages people to “Love to Travel” with over 160 exhibitors gathered in one venue to take local tourism an extra mile at the Pacific Grand Ballroom of the Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino, starting May 3 to 5, 2024. Airlines, travel agencies, resorts, hotels, and.....»»
As economic driver, tourism gives hope – Cebu governor
Cebu Gov. Gwendolyn Garcia took center stage as the keynote speaker during The Freeman Business Forum 2024 held yesterday at Bai Hotel in Mandaue City, shedding light on the tourism initiatives of the provincial government. .....»»
Go Negosyo to award inspiring tourism entreps, influencers in May
Inspiring travel content creators and tourism entrepreneurs are set to be given recognition by non-profit organization Go Negosyo as it continues its search for nominees for this year’s Inspiring Tourism Entrepreneurs Awards. The awarding will be held during the Tourism Summit to be held on May 13 at the Ayala Malls Manila Bay in Parañaque City......»»
DOT Usec Bathan issues apology for viral post on helping friend in Japan
Tourism Undersecretary for legal and special concerns Mae Elaine Bathan, also the chief of staff of Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco, on Friday issued a statement acknowledging that she should be more mindful of her social media activity following her viral Facebook post that drew criticisms......»»
Airbnb, SPARK! partner to empower women entrepreneurs in tourism
Airbnb and SPARK!, a women’s entrepreneurship-focused NGO, has announced a partnership to promote women’s entrepreneurship in tourism and further enhance the dynamic hospitality landscape of the country......»»
‘Serenade of the Seas’ arrival restarts Subic cruise tourism program
The arrival here of GTS Serenade of the Seas, a 12-decker cruise liner operated by Royal Caribbean International, is expected to resurrect Subic’s cruise tourism program, which had gained momentum before being halted by the COVID-19 pandemic three years ago......»»
Sustainable tourism
All 193 member states of the United Nations have just adopted a new global standard to measure the sustainability of tourism......»»