Department of Tourism

Also known as DoT

The Department of Tourism (DOT) in the Philippines is actively promoting responsible tourism and enhancing visitor experiences through initiatives like Mountain Tourism in Northern Mindanao and Mandarin-speaking call center agents. The DOT also collaborates with other departments to boost tourism-related businesses and ensure safety during peak travel periods such as Holy Week, mobilizing regional operations centers to manage high tourist traffic effectively.

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Last updated at April 22, 2025.

Recent stories about DoT

Air India to launch non-stop flights to Manila this year

The Department of Tourism (DOT) announced that Air India plans to launch non-stop flights to Manila later this year, expected to attract more Indian tourists to the Philippines.
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Celestino family wins Baguio-Benguet Lucky Summer Visitor program

A family of seven from Manggahan, Pasig City was chosen as the winners of the Baguio-Benguet Lucky Summer Visitor 2025 program by the Baguio Correspondents and Broadcasters Club Inc.
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Marcos condemns Russian vlogger Zdorovetskiy for harassing Filipinos

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. condemned Russian-American vlogger Vitaly Zdorovetskiy's actions as unacceptable behavior not tolerated in the Philippines.
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PCG mobilizes 17K for Holy Week sea safety

On Palm Sunday, April 14, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) recorded over 100,000 individuals at various sea ports nationwide as Filipino Catholics began Holy Week observances.
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DOT mobilizes centers for Holy Week tourism

The Department of Tourism (DOT) is mobilizing regional operations centers nationwide to ensure the safety and efficiency of travel for over 30 million domestic and international tourists during Holy Week.
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Philippine Pavilion opens at Expo 2025 Osaka

The Philippine Pavilion opened at Expo 2025 Osaka in Japan on Sunday, April 13, and quickly became a crowd favorite for its unique blend of traditional craftsmanship and tech-powered storytelling.
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DOT suspends Mount Kanlaon tourism due to eruption

The Department of Tourism (DOT) has suspended tourism activities near Mount Kanlaon in Negros Occidental following its explosive eruption on Tuesday, April 8.
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DOT, DTI sign MOA to boost tourism and trade

On Monday, April 7, the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) to advance tourism and related industries in the Philippines.
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DOT launches P12M sustainable tourism project in Barangay Pawa, Panay

The Department of Tourism (DOT) launched a P12 million sustainable tourism project in Barangay Pawa, Panay town, Capiz province on April 5.
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Air Canada launches Vancouver-Manila route with DOT support

Air Canada inaugurated its international route connecting Vancouver with Manila on Thursday, April 3, welcoming over 200 passengers aboard the maiden flight.
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