Island business chambers across the Visayas are being urged to lead destination marketing and turn regional connectivity into stronger local business opportunities, as the Visayas Island-Chambers Tourism Alliance (VITA) advances a Cebu-linked tourism strategy.
Filipino cuisine is making a pitch for a bigger place on Europe’s travel menu, and the potential price tag is substantial. A total P772.8 million in sales leads generated by Philippine tourism promotions in Paris.
Puerto Princesa City is positioning itself for sustained economic growth through major tourism, hospitality and property developments, as investors explore opportunities in Palawan’s expanding visitor economy.
The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) is stepping up efforts to unlock the economic potential of government-owned land, signing four agreements to introduce tourism, commercial and community facilities in New Clark City and Camp John Hay.
Tourism groups and industry players are positioning Cebu as a gateway to multi-island travel across the Visayas, aiming to extend visitor stays and channel more tourism spending to smaller island economies.