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95 areas in Davao Region still grapple with flooding

Ninety-five areas in the Davao Region continue to grapple with flooding, as reported by the Office of Civil Defense-Davao Region (OCD-Davao). Davao del Norte has the highest number of flooded areas, with 64 barangays affected, followed by Davao Oriental with 22, and Davao de Oro with nine. The region has also experienced over 50 landslides, with Davao de Oro leading with 44 incidents and eight in Davao Oriental. Tragically, a significant landslide in Monkayo, Davao de Oro resulted in nine confirmed deaths, one critical injury, and four individuals still under search and rescue operations. Davao City also recorded casualties due to heavy rains. The adverse weather conditions have affected thousands of individuals and displaced over 4,000 families in evacuation centers. The Department of Social Welfare and Development-Davao Region (DSWD-Davao) has provided assistance to the affected families. The heavy rainfall is attributed to a weather system known as a shear line, causing widespread impact in the Visayas and Mindanao areas......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

Philippines to host 1st UN gastronomy tourism event in June

The Philippines will host the first United Nations forum on gastronomy tourism for the Asia-Pacific region in June, a two-day event that seeks to raise awareness on the potential for culinary delights to boost a country's tourism industry......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 6th, 2024

Kyline Alcantara renewed as Korea Tourism Organization-Manila ambassador

Actress-singer Kyline Alcantara will continue her role as an Honorary Ambassador for Korean Tourism in the Philippines for another two years, the Manila Office of the Korea Tourism Organization confirmed......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 5th, 2024

Mindanao Tourism Expo 2024 set on Apr 26-28 in CDO

THE Mindanao Tourism Expo (MTEx) 2024 is all set for the second biggest travel expo in Mindanao, highlighting the entire eco-tourism spots, products, and activities in the island on April 26 to 28 at Atrium of Limketkai Center, Cagayan de Oro City......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

Lapu-Lapu drug test: Tourism office JO positive for illegal drugs

LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu- One tested positive for using illegal drugs during a surprise drug test conducted by the City of Lapu-Lapu Office for Substance Abuse Prevention (CLOSAP) on Friday, March 15, for the occupants of the Tourism, Historical, and Cultural Affairs Commission (TCHAC) building. The government structure is occupied by tourism office personnel and employees.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 16th, 2024

Tourism Secretary Frasco backs return of church panels to Cebu

Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco says that pilgrimage tourism 'hinges on destinations like Boljoon Church in attracting tourists and supporting local economies'.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

DavSur town bears impact of climate change on tourism, welfare of residents

The tourism industry in the town of Sta. Cruz is significantly impacted by climate change, according to its tourism officer, Julius Paner......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 2nd, 2024

Historic surf meet carves new tourism niche for Baler

The inaugural World Surf League (WSL) competition launched here will create a new niche for the municipality and the province in terms of tourism, a Department of Tourism (DOT) official said......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 2nd, 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

Government, stakeholders’ cooperation vital for tourism development – travel agency

The Philippine government and private tourism stakeholders should keep cooperating to promote and develop the country’s tourism industry, according to travel agency Rajah Travel......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

Philippines to join ASEAN Tourism Forum 2024 in Lao PDR

The Philippines’ diverse tourism offerings will once again be showcased internationally as the country is set to participate at the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2024 in Lao PDR......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 21st, 2024

Sports and medical tourism eyed to sustain Davao-Manado-Davao flights 

DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 11 January) — Sports and medical tourism is the “low-hanging fruit” that can sustain the possible revival of the air connectivity between Davao City and Manado in Indonesia, a business leader said. Arturo Milan, co-chair of the Regional Development Council, told “Wednesdays Media Forum at the Habi at Kape,” that tourism could potentially […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Rivermaya may US, Canada concert tour

Marami nga ang natuwa nang magkaroon ng reunion concert ang Rivermaya nina Bamboo, Rico Blanco, Nathan Azarcon, at Mark Escueta sa SMDC Festival Grounds noong February 17. The post Rivermaya may US, Canada concert tour first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: newsSource:  balitaRelated NewsApr 6th, 2024

Rivermaya may US, Canada concert tour

Marami nga ang natuwa nang magkaroon ng reunion concert ang Rivermaya nina Bamboo, Rico Blanco, Nathan Azarcon, at Mark Escueta sa SMDC Festival Grounds noong February 17. The post Rivermaya may US, Canada concert tour first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: newsSource:  balitaRelated NewsApr 6th, 2024

Rivermaya may US, Canada concert tour

Marami nga ang natuwa nang magkaroon ng reunion concert ang Rivermaya nina Bamboo, Rico Blanco, Nathan Azarcon, at Mark Escueta sa SMDC Festival Grounds noong February 17. The post Rivermaya may US, Canada concert tour first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: newsSource:  balitaRelated NewsApr 6th, 2024

Rivermaya may US, Canada concert tour

Marami nga ang natuwa nang magkaroon ng reunion concert ang Rivermaya nina Bamboo, Rico Blanco, Nathan Azarcon, at Mark Escueta sa SMDC Festival Grounds noong February 17. The post Rivermaya may US, Canada concert tour first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: newsSource:  balitaRelated NewsApr 6th, 2024

Kapuso loveteams lead Sparkle’s first overseas show

For its first-ever international show, Sparkle GMA Artist Center has tapped six of its brightest stars to bring a piece (and an experience) of home to Filipinos in Canada and regale them. Hence, it is titled “Sparkle Goes To Canada” on April 5 and 7, with Southview Alliance Church, Calgary, and Toronto Pavilion, Toronto, as venues, respectively......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 24th, 2024

Canada backs Philippines energy transition

Canada has committed to support the Philippines in its energy transition, particularly in diversifying into cleaner sources of power such as nuclear......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

Migration boom: Filipinos studying in Canada up by 50% in 2023

More Filipinos are arriving in Canada by droves to further their education there with nearly 49,000 Filipinos holding Canadian study permits in 2023, an increase of around 50% from the previous year......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024