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Department of Tourism

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The Department of Tourism (DOT) plays a key role in promoting tourism in the Philippines, focusing on increasing visitor numbers and supporting local businesses. It has launched initiatives such as the Muslim-Friendly Travelogue and partnered with TikTok to help tourism MSMEs reach wider audiences. Recent reports, however, have highlighted issues such as questionable fund disbursements and uncollected travel payments.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Wed, January 7, 2026 at 5:08 AM

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Mon, January 5, 2026 at 12:38 PM

DOT: Boracay, Baguio lead PH tourist arrivals during holidays

Local tourist destinations across the Philippines experienced a significant influx of Filipino visitors during the recent holiday break, according to the Department of Tourism (DOT).

Sat, January 3, 2026 at 12:00 AM

COA flags DOT for P48.83M in questionable fund disbursements

The Commission on Audit (COA) has flagged the Department of Tourism (DOT) for questionable fund disbursements totaling P48.832 million in 2024 due to missing or insufficient supporting documents.

Fri, January 2, 2026 at 12:00 AM

DOT denies involvement in magazine cover featuring Sec. Frasco

The Department of Tourism (DOT) is facing criticism after a photographer questioned Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco's prominent feature on the cover of "Philippine Topics" magazine.

Sat, December 20, 2025 at 12:00 AM

CAAP raises alert level nationwide until Jan 4 amid holiday travel rush

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has raised its alert level nationwide until January 4, 2026, in anticipation of increased passenger traffic during the Christmas and New Year holidays.

Sun, December 7, 2025 at 11:58 AM

Tulfo seeks cheaper domestic flights to boost PH tourism

Senator Erwin Tulfo is advocating for reduced domestic flight prices to enhance the competitiveness of Philippine tourism against neighboring Southeast Asian nations.

Mon, December 1, 2025 at 3:31 PM

COA flags P14.4M in uncollected travel payments for gov't officials

The Commission on Audit (COA) has flagged over P14.4 million in uncollected advanced payments for foreign travel expenses of government officials, totaling P14,403,827.63 as of December 31, 2024.

Tue, November 11, 2025 at 12:27 PM

Song of the Fireflies

The Filipino musical film "Song of the Fireflies," starring Morissette, has won the Best International Feature Audience Award at the Newport Beach Film Festival in California.

Sat, November 8, 2025 at 1:52 PM

DOT warns hotels, restaurants against exploiting typhoon victims

The Department of Tourism (DOT) has warned hotels and restaurants against taking advantage of travelers displaced by Typhoon Tino by increasing their prices and fees.

Sun, November 2, 2025 at 7:12 PM

PSC chairs new Nat'l Sports Tourism committee

The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) is spearheading the newly formed National Sports Tourism Inter-Agency Committee (NST-IAC), an initiative approved by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to boost the country's sports tourism sector.

Wed, October 29, 2025 at 12:29 PM

Bughaw and Lila revealed as mascots for 3rd FIG Artistic Gymnastics Junior World Championships in Manila

Bughaw and Lila, two pixie-like and oyster-shaped mascots, have been revealed as the official mascots for the 3rd FIG Artistic Gymnastics Junior World Championships in Manila.