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Cebu’s best beaches, dive spots continue to lure tourists

Sep 27th, 2009
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A Cebu-based tour operator noted that the beaches and aqua sport like diving remain among Cebu’s top attractions that lure foreign tourists such as those from the United States and Europe.

Jenny Franco of Travelvision also urged the public and private sector to work together in ensuring a clean and protected environment in the province to sustain a regular influx of tourists.

Franco, also chairman of the National Association of Independent Travel Agencies—Cebu chapter, said she will join the Philippine delegation in promoting the country’s diving shops and spots in the Diving Equipment & Marketing Association (Dema) Show 2009.

The international trade-only event for diving, action water sports and adventure industries will be held in Orlando, Florida on Nov. 4 to 7.

”This will really be a good opportunity for the Philippines to increase its tourist arrivals and to promote the country as a diving destination,” Franco said. (more…)

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Tubbataha Reef is Philippines largest coral reef

Sep 12th, 2009
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Marine tourism lovers as well as the seasoned local and foreign travelers continue to be entranced by the jewel of Palawan — the Tubbataha Reef.

Derived from two Samal words meaning “long reef” exposed at a low tide, Tubbataha is the largest coral reef and first natural World Heritage Site of the country.

Tubbataha Reef has been included in the search for the “7 Wonders of Nature in the World.” In fact, Tubbataha garnered one of the slots.

It covers some 33,200-hectare community of diverse corals, fishes and other forms of aquatic life. It is a dream destination for divers and marine scientists. It is home to more than 300 coral species, at least eight species of marine mammals, 380 species of fish, seven species of sea grass and 71 species of marine algae.

The Tubbataha Reef and surrounding waters have been declared a National Marine Park under Proclamation No. 306 in August 1998. Five years later, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) designated the reef as a World Heritage Site. (more…)

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International press hail RP dive sites’ diversity

Jun 18th, 2009
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The Philippine Department of Tourism’s (DOT) relentless campaign to promote the country’s dive sites has gained unprecedented exposure worldwide, easily winning and capturing the attention of professional divers.

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The Philippines has likewise landed consistently on prominent lists of top dive sites in the whole world because of century old wrecks, mating mandarin fish, threatening thresher sharks, meter-long giant clams.

These are just some of the reasons why professional divers from the United States (US) and the United Kingdom (UK) are getting more and more drawn to the Philippines’ underwater paradise.

“With over 60 registered sites spread out in our islands, the country has one of the most diverse highlights for diving,” said Tourism Secretary Ace Durano. (more…)

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Philippines aims to become the Dive Capital of Asia

Feb 1st, 2009
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With so much beauty and unexplored natural wonders, Local officials in the Philippines were urged on Saturday to help in the efforts by the national government to make the Philippines into a “dive capital” of the Asian region.

Ronaldo Puno, Interior Secretary of the country, asked the local government units to take measures that would standardize the collection of recreational diving fees and utilize such revenues to implement marine conservation and coastal livelihood programs.

He asked the executives of areas where dive sites are located to set up coastal resources management bodies to help preserve eco-tourism sites and conserve the country’s marine lives. (more…)

Philippines offers eco-friendly resorts and activities

Dec 6th, 2008
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In an effort to promote sustainable development and eco-friendly travel options, the Philippines (www.experiencephilippines.ph) offers environmental tips, socio-cultural activities and a selection of hotels and resorts ideal for the eco-friendly traveler.

The Philippines has adopted eco-tourism as an important aspect of their economic development plan. Palawan, the second largest province in the Philippines (in land area), has become the prime eco-tourism destination of the county and the new “buzz” among the green travel community. Tourism not only helps to raise the standard of living for the remote island’s scarce population, but also reinforces programs that protect the environment. In response, tourists walk away with a memorable vacation, as well as the satisfaction that they are contributing to making the Earth a greener place to live.

Packaging tourism that is a spin-off from the traditional definitions, Bohol’s eco-tourism has made it a model for the country. It is home to the tarsier, the world’s smallest monkey, and to an enigmatic geological formation, the Chocolate Hills. Its coral reefs are home to enchanting varieties of marine life. Wetlands, caves and forests dot its terrain, while mangroves and palms grow abundantly in its coasts and swamps. (more…)

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Philippines makes a splash in UK Dive Show

Nov 21st, 2008
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“The Philippines has more than 7,100 islands for diving,” so said Joseph “Ace” Durano, Secretary of the Department of Tourism (DOT) during the recently concluded Birmingham Dive Show held at United Kingdom’s (UK) second largest city.

Top two on the most anticipated dive exhibitions in the world, the dive show attracts more than 50,000 visitors each year, and 60 exhibitors from the UK and all throughout Europe.

“Beyond tapping the market, our participation in this event also drives big dive operators to partner with us as they witness our huge marketing efforts and strong appeal to the UK divers,” said Durano. (more…)

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