Thursday, October 2, 2014

Philippines named 'most outstanding destination' in Asia-Pacific

The Philippines has been named the “most outstanding destination” in the Asia-Pacific region by the Travel Trade Gazette (TTG), the Department of Tourism (DOT) said. More here: Philippines named 'most outstanding destination' in Asia-Pacific

PH wins 'Destination of the Year' at TTG Awards 2014

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines has been recognized in the tourism industry, awarded the Destination of the Year at the 25th Annual TTG Travel Awards last October 2, at the Centara Grand and Bangkok Convention Center in Thailand. The TTG Travel Awards are given by TTG Asia, a travel ... More here: PH wins 'Destination of the Year' at TTG Awards 2014

The Philippines is Destination of the Year at the 25th Annual TTG Travel Awards 2014

The Philippines is awarded the Destination of the Year at the 25th Annual TTG Travel Awards 2014, just a few months before the Department of Tourism (DOT) sets on to raise the country’s international profile with its Visit the Philippines Year 2015 campaign. Pangulasian Island in El Nido Palawan Organized annually by the giant TTG […] (Visited 5 times, 5 visits today) The post The Philippines is ... More here: The Philippines is Destination of the Year at the 25th Annual TTG Travel Awards 2014

Leading Players In The Youth Travel Industry Celebrated At Global Youth Travel Awards 2014 Ceremony

The winners of the Global Youth Travel Awards 2014 were announced last week during the concluding event of the 23rd World Youth Student and Educational (WYSE) Travel Confederation. Over 500 industry professionals gathered on Friday, 26 September at The Mansion House in the heart of Dublin for the ceremony, which is now in its fourth year. More here: Leading Players In The Youth Travel Industry Celebrated At Global Youth Travel Awards 2014 Ceremony

Wednesday, October 1, 2014

Target: 46M domestic tourists in 2015

THE Association of Tourism Officers of the Philippines (ATOP) aims to draw 46 million domestic tourists in 2015 as it noted a significance growth in tourism investments in the country. This year, an increase in foreign tourist arrivals was noted by ATOP with 2.8 million from January to July compared to last year's arrivals of 2.7 million. More here: Target: 46M domestic tourists in 2015

Thailand Proposes Tourist Wristbands After Murders Prompt Safety Concerns

Wristbands will contain contact details of hotels if tourists get lost Thailand’s tourism minister said Tuesday that visitors to the country will receive identification wristbands listing ... More here: Thailand Proposes Tourist Wristbands After Murders Prompt Safety Concerns

Asia Transpacific Journeys Offers Unique Holiday Travel to Asia

No matter your interests, from sampling authentic cuisine in India, exploring beautiful temples in Bali or relaxing on Thailand's white-sand beaches, Asia Transpacific Journeys has made a name for itself ... More here: Asia Transpacific Journeys Offers Unique Holiday Travel to Asia