DOT-III Reinforces Commitment to Sustainable Development at Mt. Samat FTEZ Meeting
Convened on March 18, 2026, the Management Committee Meeting of the Mt. Samat Shrine Site FTEZ was held at the Philippine Veterans Affairs Office (PVAO) in Camp General Emilio Aguinaldo, Quezon City, with participation from the Department of Tourism – Region III (DOT-III). The meeting focused on updates from the Information and Programs Technical Working […]
DOT III strengthens South Manila ties at CRK Sales Mission
The Department of Tourism – Region III (DOT-III) showcased Central Luzon’s premier destinations and emerging tourism products during the CRK South Manila Sales Mission organized by the Luzon International Premiere Airport Development Corp. (LIPAD) last February 20, 2026, at The Heritage Hotel, Manila. The event convened travel and tour operators, airline partners, and key tourism […]
Strategic Alliance Supports Sustainable Tourism Initiatives in Porac
The Department of Tourism – Region III (DOT-III) convened a meeting with the Local Government Unit of Porac, Pampanga, on February 18, 2026, to advance initiatives to strengthen nature-based and sustainable tourism development in the municipality. During the meeting, DOT-III presented key programs and strategic interventions to enhance tourism activities and maximize the benefits of […]
DOT III, CHED III select regional bet for Tourism Start-Up Challenge
The Department of Tourism – Region III (DOT-III), in partnership with the Commission on Higher Education – Region III (CHED-III), selected the top project to represent Central Luzon at the national stage of the Tourism Start-Up Challenge (TSC) during its regional vetting held on February 12, 2026, at the CDC Building 2125, Clark Freeport Zone. […]
Central Luzon Tourism Stakeholders Align on Regional Priorities and 2026 Direction
The Department of Tourism – Region III (DOT-III) recently conducted the Central Luzon Regional Alignment Meeting with Tourism Stakeholders at SACOP, City of San Fernando, Pampanga, bringing together Provincial and City Tourism Officers of Central Luzon, along with representatives from private tourism organizations, to align regional priorities and strengthen coordination for tourism development. The meeting […]
Safety meets the Filipino Heart
Today, February 2, 2026, the SBMA Law Enforcement Department (LED) officers are undergoing the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) training at the SBECC – Subic Bay Exhibition and Convention Center. In a continued partnership with the Department of Tourism – Region 3 Office, this initiative aims to further enhance the capabilities of our law […]
27 Filipino Tourism-Related Establishments, LGUs recognized at the ASEAN Tourism Standards Awards
The Philippines’ tourism industry gained international spotlight anew as 27 Filipino tourism-related establishments and local government units (LGU) earned recognition at this year’s ASEAN Tourism Standards Awards on Friday (Jan. 30) in Cebu City. Spanning across six tourism categories, the awards ceremony is a flagship event of the annual ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF), recognizing excellence […]
Central Luzon Champions MICE Excellence at the ASEAN Tourism Standards Awards
The Department of Tourism – Region III extends its warm congratulations to Clark Marriott, Hilton Clark, and SMX Convention Center Clark for being conferred as an ASEAN Tourism Standards Awardee under the MICE Venue Category (Meeting Room and Exhibition Venue) during the ASEAN Tourism Standards Award held on January 30, 2026 at the Nustar Resort, […]
DOT-III Takes Part in the ASEAN Tourism Forum 2026
The Department of Tourism – Region III (DOT-III) proudly participates in the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2026, a premier regional platform that brings together tourism ministers and industry leaders from ASEAN Member States. The forum serves as a vital venue for discussing key tourism issues, fostering regional collaboration, and advancing sustainable and resilient tourism across […]
IN PHOTOS: HIGHLIGHTS OF THE 16TH MINASA FESTIVAL IN BUSTOS, BULACAN
As one of Bulacan’s signature cultural festivals, the Minasa Festival showcases Bustos’ iconic delicacy while honoring the creativity, craftsmanship, and stories passed down through generations. The week long festival, which transpired on 10-18 January 2026, featured wide range of activities and events for locals and visitors of all ages to enjoy. DOT Region III (DOT-III) […]
LOOK: The Department of Tourism (DOT) and the U.S.-ASEAN Business Council (US-ABC), hosted a welcome dinner for ASEAN Tourism Forum 2026 delegates on Monday evening (Jan. 26) at the NUSTAR Resort Cebu, bringing together government and foreign dignitaries alike.
Representing Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, Undersecretary Verna Buensuceso, described the evening as a reflection of public-private collaboration, citing the co-hosting of the dinner by the DOT and the US-ABC as a model of partnership essential to the tourism industry. She emphasized that cooperation between government and the private sector remains imperative across destinations worldwide. […]
Bacolor Begins LTDP Preparation with Tourism Guidebook and GAD Integration
An overview of the Local Tourism Guidebook and Gender and Development (GAD) was successfully conducted on January 20, 2026, at the Bacolor Tourism Center as a key preparatory activity for the formulation of Bacolor’s Local Tourism Development Plan (LTDP). The activity brought together key stakeholders, including the Municipal Planning and Development Office, tourism staff, associations, […]
