Tourism
DOT welcomes Forbes.com's
PH tourism citation
Passengers of M/V SuperStar
Virgo, M/S Costa Atlantica,
M/S Amsterdam and M/S
Silver Shadow experience the
warm welcome of the
Philippines' Capital of Fun
Credit: tourism.gov.ph
T
he Department of Tourism (DOT) warmly
receives Forbes.com's citation of the
Philippines as one of the hottest spots in Asia
this year.
The article entitled "The 5 Spots In Asia
That Are Booming With Tourists In 2018",
underscored the country's improved
connectivity and infrastructure as the factors
for the increased tourism interest.
Forbes.com aligned the Philippines with the continent's
must visit destinations Japan, Malaysia, Indonesia, and South
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Korea.
"To be lined-up with the region's tourism powerhouse is a
testament to the resiliency of the people and the country's
resolve to promote the Philippines as a safe and fun
destination," said Tourism Secretary Wanda Tulfo-Teo.
The article stated, "with recent improvements in local
infrastructure, top tourist destinations are now being served
by domestic airports with frequent flights to and from the
country's major cities."
Several international gateways have experienced
renovations last year with plans to develop more regional