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DOT launches webinar training on Reducing Single-use Plastics for hospitality sector
The Department of Tourism (DOT) has collaborated with the Philippine Center for Environmental Protection and Sustainable Development, Inc. (PCEPSDI) in holding a webinar training program for the hospitality sector to reduce single-use plastics while keeping in mind health and safety protocols. The DOT is inviting hotels, resorts and other enterprises to a training webinar entitled […]
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DOT partners with Nissan to promote ‘Safe Trips’
Banking on tourism as a key economic driver, the Department of Tourism (DOT) and Nissan Philippines have embarked on a road trip geared towards promoting safe and responsible land traveling to boost domestic tourism. Tourism Secretary Bernadette Romulo-Puyat and Nissan Philippines President and Managing Director Atsushi Najima signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on “Safe […]
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PH Hotels sends out an SOS–September Online Sale begins September 15!
With the gradual lifting of quarantine restrictions around the country, Filipinos are raring to pack their suitcases and travel, albeit more cautiously, to once again enjoy the country’s beautiful destinations with families and friends. The Department of Tourism recently came up with a campaign to feed every Pinoys’ wanderlust: “Wake Up In the Philippines,” which […]
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Are you ready to roam? Survey says domestic travel will drive recovery of tourism industry
Domestic travel will lead the recovery of the country’s tourism industry with Filipino travelers expecting to go to destinations closer to home and spending less amid lingering health concerns caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. This is the gist of the results of the recent survey conducted on the pandemic’s effects on domestic and international tourism […]
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The beauty of the Philippines, through the eyes of 7 foreigners
Here are some of the things about the country that they fell in love with – even during the COVID pandemic No matter which way you look at it, no matter who you are, the COVID-19 pandemic is definitely a tough situation. Plans, careers, and whole ways of life have undoubtedly been disrupted by the […]
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DOT announces new opportunities abroad for aspiring tourism officers
The Department of Tourism (DOT) has announced its search for candidates to join the 2020 Foreign Tourism Service Examinations (FTSE) to beef up its talent pool for its foreign offices. Interested applicants can either choose to be a Tourism Attaché or Foreign Tourism Officer depending on their qualifications. Tourism Attaché applicants should have a Master’s […]
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A whole new (underwater) world captured at the 6th Anilao Underwater Shootout
If scuba diving is on your bucket list, you are in luck because you don’t have to travel far to reach one of the best dive spots in the country– Anilao, Batangas. A few years ago during one of media trips, I actually got the chance to try scuba diving. It wasn’t as easy as […]
