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Philippines Hosts 2007 International Medical Travel Conference

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The country’s top medical and wellness facilities and resort destinations take center stage as the Department of Tourism (DOT) announced that it is organizing the 2nd International Medical Conference (IMTC 2007). The event will be held on November 19-23 at the Hotel Intercontinental Manila in Makati City.

According to Tourism Secretary Joseph Ace Durano, “I am calling on local stakeholders in the medical tourism industry, such as hospitals, wellness resorts, and healthcare financing services, tour operators and transportation companies to participate in this event and take advantage of the opportunity to meet and network with their counterparts around the world.”

The four-day event aims to develop medical value travel and to be the catalyst for industry alliances among medical establishments, health benefits companies, insurance travel partners, government agencies and other related enterprises. IMTC 2007 is expected to draw in more than 250 trade participants from over 23 countries. (more…)

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Philippines : A Premier Surfing Haven

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The campaign of the Department of Tourism (DoT) to make the country a premier surfing destination is beginning to get recognition. With a coastline twice as long as the United States, the Philippines is slowly but surely securing a place in the surfing world.

In cooperation with Department of Tourism, Onboard Philippines hopes to grow the local surfing industry, explore the numerous opportunities that it presents for Philippine tourism as well as empower and support the country’s growing community of local surfers, says Freddy Gonzalez of Aloha Board Sports Inc. (more…)

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Davao Oriental hosts 1st “Surf n’ Skimboarding Safari”

Davao City — In its effort to promote the province of Davao Oriental as the Surfing Sensation of Mindanao, the Department of Tourism XI in cooperation with MPN Events Unlimited will be holding the 1st SURF n’ SkimBoarding Safari on September 14-16, 2007 at Dahican Beach, Mati City, Davao Oriental.

The activity hopes to market the beautiful beaches and captivating coastlines of Davao Oriental as well as advocate environmental awareness. During the said event will be the launching of DOT’s “Baybay nato ni Bay” – a Coastal Management Campaign. (more…)

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Palawan is now listed as a high-end adventure travel destination

palawan backpackers destinationPalawan has recently landed as one of the destination offerings of Mountain Travel Sobek and Wilderness Travel, two leading international tour operators that cater to discriminating, high-end adventure seekers. Kayaking and snorkeling in the Calamian Archipelago and equally stunning vistas in neighboring islands now stand alongside African safaris, Mt. Everest treks and other highly specialized tours to exotic destinations.
“The islands of Palawan have always been a favorite among diving enthusiasts and those looking for the perfect island getaway. Being on the list of these tour operators means that the industry can meet the expectations of more discerning travelers. We have what it takes to be in the map of top quality adventure destinations,” said Tourism Secretary Joseph Ace Durano in a statement. (more…)

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Siargao holds training on basic surf life saving and water rescue

Siargao Surfing spot in General LunaGov. Robert Ace Barbers recently announced a weeklong Basic Surf Life Saving Seminar and Water Rescue Training will be conducted in Gen. Luna town to ensure safety and in preparation for the upcoming 13th International Surfing competition.The training will be participated by local surfers from the Municipalities of General Luna, San Isidro and Burgos who are interested to learn and expand their skills on life saving.

Gov. Barbers said activity is in cooperation with the Department of Tourism (DOT). Surigao del Norte was chosen by the DOT to be one of the surfing destinations in which this training will be conducted.

It maybe recalled that surfing is the most awaited annual sports activity in the province. Started in 1995, it has now evolved into a world-class and widely contested event. The provincial government is looking forward to a successful tournament this year.

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Calicoan Island Resorts – A Tropical island paradise and sanctuary

calicoan samar beach resortA sanctuary of privacy and indulgence highlighted by tropical landscape and surrounded by the relaxing sound of the ocean – this is how Calicoan Beach and Surfing Resorts, which was launched on August 10, will win the hearts of local and international tourists.Calicoan Island boasts of miles of white sand beaches. With powerful swells rolling in from the Pacific over the 10,000 meters Philippine Deep, Calicoan is a surfer’s paradise.

The rich diversity of the area is evident when one sees the exotic species being sold. The surrounding waters support several marine based industries such as fish, seaweed, and pearl farming.

In the middle of the island are six lagoons ringed by forest, the largest being 30 hectares in size. At the cliffside margin of Calicoan’s forests are dozens of caves. (more…)

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