DAVAO CITY--- The Department of Tourism (DOT) has successfully retained its ISO 9001:2015 certification for the seventh year in a row, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to high-quality management. At the closing ceremony of this year’s recertification process, Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco highlighted the DOT’s dedication to exceeding minimum compliance … [Read more...] about DOT maintains ISO certification for seventh consecutive year
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Davao Dive Expo highlights sustainability and underwater treasures
DAVAO CITY, Philippines --- The Davao Dive Expo made a big splash on its third run from July 5-7 at the SM Lanang Atrium, focusing on sustainability while showcasing the rich underwater treasures of various participating regions. Organized by the Department of Tourism XI (DOT XI) and SM Lanang, the expo featured 23 exhibitors from regions as far as CALABARZON, Northern … [Read more...] about Davao Dive Expo highlights sustainability and underwater treasures
DOT rescinds another P124.45 million contract with DDB
DAVAO CITY --- The DDB Philippines, the ad agency figured in the controversial “Love the Philippines” promotional video lost another P124.45 million contract with the Department of Tourism (DOT) as the later rescinds the contract. This was revealed by Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco on Tuesday when OFW party-list Rep. Marissa del Mar Magsino brought up the issue during … [Read more...] about DOT rescinds another P124.45 million contract with DDB
MICE 2023 opens in Davao City
DAVAO CITY — The MICECon (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions) an annual event that brings together the world's best minds in events, tourism, hospitality, and hospitality management formally opens here today. The MICECon represents specialized sectors of tourism that require higher standards of services and facilities. This year, MICECon Converge: … [Read more...] about MICE 2023 opens in Davao City
Duterte to charge LGUS over Boracay mess
CEBU CITY, Philippines -- President Rodrigo R. Duterte on Monday threatened to file charges for serious neglect of duty against local officials in Boracay for making the island resort into a "sewer pool". "I will charge you for serious neglect of duty [for] making Boracay a fishpond or a sewer pool," Duterte said during the unveiling of the Malasakit Center at Don Vicente … [Read more...] about Duterte to charge LGUS over Boracay mess