Arrivals to key destinations significantly rose during the Holy Week and numbers are still expected to rise over the long holidays, according to the Tourism Department.
“Projections of a surge in group bookings will continue over the upcoming holidays, with the availability of affordable fares and packages. The long weekends certainly give time for tourists to extend travel plans and an opportunity to explore the country and help spur local economic growth,” said Tourism Secretary Ace Durano.
“This is healthy not only for the tourism industry, but more importantly, it provides an avenue for families and big groups to have more meaningful recreation time together,” he added.
The Department of Tourism (DOT) Research and Statistics Division reported positive growth in key tourism areas over the Lenten Season expected to continue throughout the year. (more…)
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