The Philippines' Valley of Fun

A historic milestone for Philippine hospitality! 🇵🇭✨ The MICHELIN Guide has officially unveiled its 2026 selection, awarding the country’s first-ever Two MICHELIN Keys to El Nido Resorts Lagen Island and Raffles Makati, which was promoted to the prestigious Two-Key distinction this year. Joining the roster are newly minted One MICHELIN Key destinations—including El Nido Resorts Pangulasian Island and Manami Resort in Negros Occidental—alongside iconic island retreats like Amanpulo and Nay Palad Hideaway that earned their distinctions last year. From lush coastal sanctuaries to refined urban elegance, swipe through to discover the world-class stays putting the Philippines on the global luxury map. Want to know more of the country's incredible stays? Discover more to love at tourism.gov.ph! #MichelinKeys #DiscoverMoreToLove #LoveThePhilippines

A proud milestone for Philippine healthcare 🏥🇵🇭 Out of more than 2,500 hospitals evaluated across 32 countries, St. Luke’s Medical Center and Makati Medical Center were included in the Top 250 of Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals 2026 for their commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, quality care, patient experience, and international standards. Beyond being a source of national pride, this recognition strengthens the Philippines’ position as an emerging destination for medical tourism, showcasing the country’s ability to provide world-class healthcare to both Filipino and international patients. #DiscoverMoreToLove #LoveThePhilippines

The Philippines is on the rise! 🇵🇭✨ According to the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) 2026 Index, the Philippines is officially the 7th-fastest improving tourism economy in the world, climbing 8 spots to 57th globally out of 110 surveyed economies. Key drivers behind the climb: • Sustainability surge: Ranked #2 globally in sustainable tourism demand and climbed 35 spots in overall sustainability. • Better connectivity: Ground and port infrastructure jumped from 80th to 49th. • Improved safety: Up 20 places following significant declines in crime rates. • Culture and policy: Stronger government backing and global recognition for heritage and UNESCO creative cities. With sustained investments across ports, airports, and natural resources, Philippine tourism continues to gain strong international momentum. #DiscoverMoreToLove #LoveThePhilippines

Could the Philippines be your next home? 🇵🇭 The Retirement Abroad Index 2026 just ranked the Philippines the #1 country to retire in. Your next chapter could begin in the heart of Southeast Asia. Find out how to make it happen at pra.gov.ph. 🌴 #DiscoverMoreToLove #LoveThePhilippines

READY FOR ROUND 2? Calling all creative agencies and production teams! 📣 Bids have been reopened for the Department of Tourism’s Regional Content Library—a nationwide asset bank capturing the best destinations, products, and experiences across the country. 🇵🇭 Scan the QR code to submit your proposal before 8:00 AM on October 12, 2026. Help shape how the world sees the Philippines. Send your bids now! #LoveThePhilippines #DiscoverMoreToLove #RegionalContentLibrary

The Philippines is getting closer to the Windy City! ✈️🏙 Philippine Airlines will launch thrice-weekly nonstop flights between Manila and Chicago starting November 9, giving travelers a more convenient connection between the Philippines and the US Midwest. Plan your trip to the Philippines at tourism.gov.ph 🇵🇭 #DiscoverMoreToLove #LoveThePhilippines

𝗗𝗢𝗧 𝗺𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 The DOT Office of Product and Market Development (OPMD) with support from the DOT Region VI office hosted the Philippine Creative Tourism Congress (PCTC) 2023...

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦: The three-day maiden edition of the Philippine Creative Tourism Congress (PCTC) is held at the Orange Project Hall in the Bacolod City Art District from December 6 to 8. FULL POST: bit.ly/3Nbuspu

𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀' 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗕𝗕𝗠 DOT Secretary Frasco on Tuesday (Dec 19) proudly presented before President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. the recent global accolades earned by The Philippines...

𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗡: The Philippines, represented by Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, has been elected as Vice President of the 25th General Assembly of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) The last time the Philippines held the position was in 1999.

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦: The Commission Meetings of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) officially start at the Sokha Phnom Penh Hotel in Cambodia today, 15 June 2023 (Thursday).

𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗧 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗘𝗙𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗣𝗛𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗚𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗥 𝗣𝗕𝗕𝗠 𝗔𝗗𝗠𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗔𝗖𝗞𝗟𝗘𝗗 𝗜𝗡 𝗨𝗡𝗪𝗧𝗢 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗨𝗠 DOT Sec. Frasco takes the UNWTO stage in Phnom Penh, Cambodia to represent the Philippines...

𝗔 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗹 During the high-level discussion in Phnom Penh, Cambodia where the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) gathered tourism ministers in the Asia Pacific region on Thursday (Jun. 15)...

“We are all targeting 100,000 but I hope you know and you understand that we’re here [more than targeting 100,000.] We are here because we want the 100,000- the quantity and the quality of the program that we are giving our future attendees,” she reminded.

From 2018 to March 24, 2023, the DOT has conducted a total of 967 FBSE training sessions, with 40,464 participants.