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DOT Touts Filipino Resiliency, Sees Tourism Recoup

MEDIA RELEASE31 May 2017 The Department of Tourism (DOT) expressed confidence in the resiliency of the country’s tourism industry and its strength to weather any adverse effect of martial rule in Mindanao. “This is just a temporary setback. We express full confidence in in our Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and Philippine National Police … Continue reading “DOT Touts Filipino Resiliency, Sees Tourism Recoup”

MEDIA RELEASE
31 May 2017

The Department of Tourism (DOT) expressed confidence in the resiliency of the country’s tourism industry and its strength to weather any adverse effect of martial rule in Mindanao.

“This is just a temporary setback. We express full confidence in in our Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and Philippine National Police (PNP),” Tourism Secretary Wanda Corazon Tulfo-Teo said during a dialog with private sector representatives at the DOT office Monday.

The DOT and stakeholders met to assess the situation and craft immediate next steps to address notices of cancellation of trips and hotel bookings from the Korean, Japanese, and Chinese markets.

A delegation led by Undersecretary Benito Bengzon, Jr is on its way to Seoul, South Korea.  Its main objective is to dispel fears and the negative perception of our biggest market on traveling to the Philippines.

“Although cancellations have been reported, we want to inform our visitors of the wide selection of alternative destinations in Mindanao and elsewhere in the country,” Tourism Secretary Teo added.

Teo also believes that Mindanao can recover and regain its visitors, citing Davao City’s tourist arrivals of 459,104 for the first quarter of this year, which is 13 percent higher than the arrival of the same period last year.

“For most Davaoeños, martial law means peace and order will prevail and that this is a temporary situation, as Secretary Teo pointed out,” said Davao City Tourism Operations Officer Generose Tecson.

The DOT Regional Offices will provide crisis management trainings, offer alternative destinations, as well as promote tourism activities and destinations all over the country’s more than 7,641 islands.

Teo also assured the public that DOT will continue monitoring on the ground to execute further appropriate remedial measures in ensuring that tourists, both foreign and local, are kept out of harm’s way.

Tourism Secretary Wanda Tulfo-Teo assures stakeholders that the DOT will continue monitoring on the ground to executive further appropriate remedial measures in ensuring that tourists, both foreign and local, are kept out of harm’s way, following the imposition of martial rule in Mindanao. Also in the photo are DOT Undersecretary Benito Bengzon, Jr. (right) and Assistant Secretary Frederick Alegre (left).
DOT spokesperson Frederick Alegre emphasized on the safety of the tourists and keeping them out of harm’s way
Representatives from the hotel industry, tour operators, airlines, and other tourism stakeholders shared their insights and reports on the status of Philippine tourism.

CONTACT:
CZARINA ZARA-LOYOLA
Director
Public Affairs, Communications, and Special Projects
Philippine Department of Tourism
351 Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., 1200
Makati City

Tel no.: (+632) 459 5200 local 316
Website: www.tourism.gov.ph

Top 3 Honeymoon Destinations in the Philippines

Preparing for a wedding can be too arduous and time-consuming which makes newlyweds crave for the events to follow the wedding itself. Still overwhelmed with so many options? Listed below are three destinations you can spend that sweet honeymoon like no other. 1. Cebu Cebu, the Queen City of the Southern Philippines, is one of … Continue reading “Top 3 Honeymoon Destinations in the Philippines”

Preparing for a wedding can be too arduous and time-consuming which makes newlyweds crave for the events to follow the wedding itself. Still overwhelmed with so many options? Listed below are three destinations you can spend that sweet honeymoon like no other.

1. Cebu

Cebu, the Queen City of the Southern Philippines, is one of the most popular tourist spots in the Philippines. In fact, back in 2010, Cebu was chosen as the best honeymoon destination at the World Travel Fair Awards which makes Cebu’s strong foundation as a honeymoon destination recognized worldwide.

Taking a boat tour around dusk would give couples that unparalleled moment of watching the sun fall while holding hands. The night breeze and atmosphere might even join in the fun which would create nothing but memories for the two of you.

If you and your partner are inclined more towards attaining adrenaline, then fret not as Cebu is also known for water activities. You can either visit Moalboal to get a glimpse of the rich marine life underwater which cannot be seen in other places beside Cebu or Kawasan Falls, the best waterfalls in Asia, where you can raft through the three levels for a cascading massage. You can certainly never run out of things to do together in Cebu.

2. Bohol

Not too far from Cebu, another famed tourist spot known as Bohol sits by. Newlyweds can witness majestic landscapes such as the awestruck Chocolate hills or drop by the Tarsier Sanctuary, the home of the smallest known primates, where a couple of Tarsiers are carefully taken care of without destroying their niche. At the sanctuary, the lovely wide-eyed tarsiers are trained to roost in during the day but are active and hunting at night which makes them free to roam around the area which is several hectares large.

One cannot leave Bohol without witnessing one of its pride and joy, fireflies. Fireflies can be found in Loboc River in which you would have to rent a boat to visit. Five minutes in and you’ll be guaranteed with small blinking lights swarming in and around the mangroves. The surreal atmosphere and gentle breeze while travelling along Loboc River will leave you and your partner reminiscing the day you met.

3. Palawan

Certainly not what you have expected, Palawan makes its mark as the last one on our list. Sometimes referred to as Asia’s Eden, Palawan will be able to give you and your spouse-to-be the once-in-a-lifetime honeymoon both of you has always been dreaming of. Unlike the crowd favorite that is Boracay, Palawan provides the much-needed privacy to create lasting moments with only the two of you.

Believed as the last unspoiled paradise on Earth, the well-maintained Palawan offers so many couple activities you are encouraged to do. Kayaking your way to the amazing turquoise-green Big and Small Lagoons of Palawan which you could seclude yourselves and be astonished by the beauty of untouched nature. Explore the overwhelming Honda Bay and tunnel through the ravishing underground river of Palawan and leave nothing but priceless moments that you’ll cherish for your lifetime as one.

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