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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.....»»
Rising athlete Yee eyes upcoming Ironman 70.3 Lapu-Lapu
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebuano rising athlete Franklin Ferdie Yee will test his mettle in the upcoming IRONMAN 70.3 Lapu-Lapu on April 21. Yee, a rising triathlete who represents both the Asian Orthopedics multisports team and the University of San Carlos (USC) track and field team, recently clinched a record-setting win in the 2024 Clark.....»»
IRONMAN 70.3 marks 10th anniversary with Lapu-Lapu race
The IRONMAN Philippines celebrates a milestone 10th anniversary staging of its 70.3 triathlon series in Lapu-Lapu City on April 21, featuring a diverse and international roster of competitors, all vying for the overall championships in the men’s and women’s divisions......»»
New Ironman 70.3 Davao course `exciting - Princess Galura
New Ironman 70.3 Davao course `exciting - Princess Galura.....»»
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 […].....»»
Cesafi men’s v’ball final four still up for grabs after four-way tie in standings
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The final four spots in the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (Cesafi) men’s volleyball tournament remained up for grabs as notable teams delivered crucial wins to stay alive during their respective games on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at the University of San Carlos (USC) Main Campus gymnasium. Cesafi volleyball’s defending champions,.....»»
IN PHOTOS: Balik Cebu 2024
Summary: The Balik Cebu 2024 event, hosted at the Terraces, Ayala Center Cebu, has been a prominent part of the Sinulog festival for 22 years. In collaboration with the Cebu City Government, Mactan International Airport Association, and other tourism stakeholders, it aims to welcome back balikbayans (returning Filipinos) for the grand Sinulog festival. The Balik Cebu Dinner Show offers balikbayans the complete Sinulog experience, featuring Filipino cuisine, performances by Cebuano artists, the Sinulog Mardi Gras, the presentation of Miss Cebu winners and her court, Tribu Basakanaon, and a band performance. Tickets priced at P500 can be purchased at the Balik Cebu Turista Desk by presenting a passport or proof of residence outside the Philippines. Balikbayans can also buy up to three additional tickets for non-balikbayans accompanying them. The event will take place at Ayala Center Cebu on January 18 at 6 PM. (SPONSORED CONTENT).....»»
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.....»»
UST grabs twice-to-beat Final Four advantage after defeating DLSU - Daily Guardian
UST grabs twice-to-beat Final Four advantage after defeating DLSU Daily Guardian.....»»
Big discounts up for grabs in Int’l Travel Festival
Big discounts up for grabs in Int’l Travel Festival.....»»
DBBH grabs second spot in U19 qualifiers
DBBH grabs second spot in U19 qualifiers.....»»
Cash-rich Mayor Cabaron intertown twin sports tilts set in May
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Moalboal town mayor Inocentes Cabaron will once again treat sports fans in southwest Cebu with a cash-rich inter-town men’s basketball and men’s & women’s volleyball tournament for their fiesta celebration in May. The town has been active in sports, hosting a Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation Inc. pre-season basketball tilt featuring Cebu’s.....»»
Ruiz hires veteran basketball coach for “Sports for All” program
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Notable basketball coach and skills trainer Giovanni “Jojo” Romarate Teves has officially joined the “Sports for All” program of former Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency in Central Visayas (PDEA-7) director Yogi Filemon Ruiz. He is one of the Cebuano sports personalities that Ruiz tapped to handle his soon-to-launch “Sports for All” program.....»»
Torion to spearhead Yogi’s ‘Sports for All’ basketball program
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Former PBA star Jimwell Torion will oversee the basketball program of the soon-to-be-launched “Sports for All” advocacy of former Customs Commissioner Yogi Filemon Ruiz. Ruiz has officially announced that he will be launching a comprehensive and city-wide sports program in March as part of his “Sports for All” advocacy. This was.....»»
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'.....»»
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 […].....»»
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......»»
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......»»
First-ever All-Women Sports Awards slated March 20
The stage is set for the holding of the inaugural All-Women Sports Awards on March 20 at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum......»»
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......»»