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In 1946, the PH became a tourist ______.
In 1946, the PH became a tourist ______.
hub
Philippine Airlines was the first Asian airline to cross the ______.
Philippine Airlines was the first Asian airline to cross the ______.
Pacific
The Department of ______ was created in 1973 to oversee tourism.
The Department of ______ was created in 1973 to oversee tourism.
Tourism
Manila was recognized as the top convention city in Asia in ______.
Manila was recognized as the top convention city in Asia in ______.
The 'Convene in Asia' campaign began between ______ and 1996.
The 'Convene in Asia' campaign began between ______ and 1996.
The ______ is an important framework that guides sustainable tourism practices.
The ______ is an important framework that guides sustainable tourism practices.
M.I.C.E. stands for Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and ______.
M.I.C.E. stands for Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and ______.
According to tourism statistics, the PH hosted the NBA Global Games in ______.
According to tourism statistics, the PH hosted the NBA Global Games in ______.
The ______ are recognized as World Heritage Sites in the Philippines.
The ______ are recognized as World Heritage Sites in the Philippines.
The ______ Act of 2009 strengthens the role of tourism in economic growth.
The ______ Act of 2009 strengthens the role of tourism in economic growth.
The ______ is responsible for marketing and promoting the Philippines internationally.
The ______ is responsible for marketing and promoting the Philippines internationally.
The ______ is mandated to develop, manage, and supervise tourism infrastructure projects.
The ______ is mandated to develop, manage, and supervise tourism infrastructure projects.
The ______ parks are essential for providing recreation and cultural education.
The ______ parks are essential for providing recreation and cultural education.
M.I.C.E. stands for Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and ______.
M.I.C.E. stands for Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and ______.
The global Code of Ethics for ______ aims to promote responsible tourism practices.
The global Code of Ethics for ______ aims to promote responsible tourism practices.
The Rice ______ of Cordilleras is one of the unique agricultural landscapes recognized as a World Heritage Site.
The Rice ______ of Cordilleras is one of the unique agricultural landscapes recognized as a World Heritage Site.
The Manila Declaration on Tourism was signed in ______ during the World Tourism Conference.
The Manila Declaration on Tourism was signed in ______ during the World Tourism Conference.
The 6th International Conference on Tourism Statistics was held in the Philippines in ______.
The 6th International Conference on Tourism Statistics was held in the Philippines in ______.
The Global Code of Ethics for Tourism was created following the Manila Declaration on The Social Impact of ______.
The Global Code of Ethics for Tourism was created following the Manila Declaration on The Social Impact of ______.
M.I.C.E. stands for Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and ______.
M.I.C.E. stands for Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and ______.
The main reason for visiting the Philippines in January 2018 was for ______, accounting for 54.7% of visitors.
The main reason for visiting the Philippines in January 2018 was for ______, accounting for 54.7% of visitors.
Foreign visitor arrivals by air in January 2018 totaled ______.
Foreign visitor arrivals by air in January 2018 totaled ______.
The Philippine Retirement Authority aims to attract foreign nationals to ______ in the Philippines.
The Philippine Retirement Authority aims to attract foreign nationals to ______ in the Philippines.
The Statistical Framework for Sustainable Tourism was proposed during the Manila Call for Action on ______.
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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