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In 1946, the PH became a tourist ______.
hub
Philippine Airlines was the first Asian airline to cross the ______.
Pacific
The Department of ______ was created in 1973 to oversee tourism.
Tourism
Manila was recognized as the top convention city in Asia in ______.
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The 'Convene in Asia' campaign began between ______ and 1996.
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The ______ is an important framework that guides sustainable tourism practices.
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M.I.C.E. stands for Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and ______.
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According to tourism statistics, the PH hosted the NBA Global Games in ______.
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The ______ are recognized as World Heritage Sites in the Philippines.
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The ______ Act of 2009 strengthens the role of tourism in economic growth.
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The ______ is responsible for marketing and promoting the Philippines internationally.
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The ______ is mandated to develop, manage, and supervise tourism infrastructure projects.
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The ______ parks are essential for providing recreation and cultural education.
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M.I.C.E. stands for Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and ______.
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The global Code of Ethics for ______ aims to promote responsible tourism practices.
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The Rice ______ of Cordilleras is one of the unique agricultural landscapes recognized as a World Heritage Site.
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The Manila Declaration on Tourism was signed in ______ during the World Tourism Conference.
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The 6th International Conference on Tourism Statistics was held in the Philippines in ______.
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The Global Code of Ethics for Tourism was created following the Manila Declaration on The Social Impact of ______.
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M.I.C.E. stands for Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and ______.
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The main reason for visiting the Philippines in January 2018 was for ______, accounting for 54.7% of visitors.
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Foreign visitor arrivals by air in January 2018 totaled ______.
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The Philippine Retirement Authority aims to attract foreign nationals to ______ in the Philippines.
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The Statistical Framework for Sustainable Tourism was proposed during the Manila Call for Action on ______.
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Study Notes
Foreign Visitor Arrivals
- In January 2018, 22,466 foreign visitors arrived by seaport.
- In January 2018, 710,040 foreign visitors arrived by airport.
- Davao, Manila, Palawan, and Cebu ranked among the top seaports for foreign visitor arrivals in January 2018.
- Manila and Cebu ranked among the top airports for foreign visitor arrivals in January 2018.
History of Tourism in the Philippines
- The Philippines became a tourist hub in 1946.
- Philippine Airlines (PAL) was the first Asian airline to cross the Pacific.
- The Philippine Tourist & Travel Association was organized in 1950.
- The Board of Travel and Tourist Industry was created in 1956.
- The Department of Tourism (DOT) was created in 1973 to oversee tourism’s economic potential.
- The Philippine Tourism Authority (PTA) and Philippine Convention Bureau (PCB) were merged to form the Ministry of Tourism.
- The PH International Convention Center (PICC) was the first convention center in Asia.
- PICC hosted the World Bank International Monetary Fund meeting in September 1976.
- PHILCITE organized and managed large-scale trade and consumer events.
- In 1982, Manila became the top convention city in Asia.
- The PCB was renamed to PCVC in 1986.
- The AACYB launched its "Convene in Asia" campaign to position Asia as a major M.I.C.E. hub between 1994 and 1996.
- The Philippines included M.I.C.E. and Events Tourism in its product portfolio in 2016.
Prestigious Events Hosted by the Philippines
- ASEAN Tourism Summit 2018
- ASEAN Tourism Forum 2016
- Global Farm Tourism 2018
- Miss Universe 2017
- NBA Global Games 2013
- Visit Philippines 2013
- 1994 Visit Island Philippines
- 1994 Miss Universe Beauty Pageant
- 1975 Thrilla in Manila
- The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) agreed to develop a marketing strategy to attract tourists.
World Heritage Sites in the Philippines
- Baroque Churches: San Agustin Church in Intramuros Manila, Panay Church in Ilocos Norte, Santa Maria Church in Ilocos Sur, Miagao Church in Iloilo
- Historic Town of Vigan
- Rice Terraces of Cordilleras
- Puerto-Princesa Subterranean River National Park
Philippine Tourism & Hospitality Industry
- Republic Act 9593 / Tourism Act of 2009 strengthened tourism's role in economic growth.
- The Tourism Act of 2009 declared tourism as an engine of investment, employment, growth, and national development.
Department of Tourism (DOT) Attached Agencies
- Tourism Promotions Board (TPB): Responsible for domestic and international marketing and promotion of the Philippines.
- Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA): Mandated to designate, regulate, and supervise Tourism Economic Zones (TEZs) and develop tourism infrastructure projects.
- Duty Free Philippines Corporation (DFPC): Operates the duty-free merchandising system to augment tourist services and generate foreign exchange.
- Intramuros Administration (IA): Responsible for the restoration and development of Intramuros.
- National Parks Development Committee (NPDC): Provides well-maintained parks for recreation and socio-cultural education.
- Philippine Commission on Sports Scuba Diving (PCSSD): Provides diving standards and ensures the safety of diving activities.
- Nayong Pilipino Foundation (NPF): Promotes research and development projects on social sciences and humanities.
- Philippine Retirement Authority (PRA): Attracts foreign nationals and former Filipino citizens to invest, reside, and retire in the Philippines.
Main Reasons for Visiting the Philippines
- Pleasure/Vacation: 54.7% (45.3% - 24 to 30 years old).
- Business/Professional Work: 18.9% (47.7% - 34 to 44 years old).
- Visit Friends/Relatives: 17.9% (25.9% - 45 to 54 years old).
- M.I.C.E.: 0.6% (57.1% - 25 to 34 years old).
Active Participation in Global Tourism Initiatives
- Manila Declaration on Tourism (1980): Emphasized tourism's role as a driver of peace and socio-economic growth.
- Manila Declaration on The Social Impact of Tourism (1997): Paved the way for the Global Code of Ethics for Tourism.
- 6th International Conference on Tourism Statistics (2017): Presented new metrics for sustainable tourism and the Statistical Framework for Sustainable Tourism - Manila Call for Action on Measuring Sustainable Tourism.
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This quiz explores the history and statistics of tourism in the Philippines, highlighting key events and milestones from 1946 to the creation of significant tourism organizations. Learn about the influx of foreign visitors and the development of the country's tourism infrastructure.
