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The Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA), Inc. is an organization of tour operators and allied members actively involved in the advocacy of responsible tourism. Founded on 12 June 1986, non-stock and non-profit organization. The membership includes travel agencies, hotels, resorts, transportation companies, handicraft stores, and other tourism-oriented establishments and association.

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Our Goal

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  • Encourage and foster nationwide extensions;
  • To pursue an active role in product development (emerging Destinations);
  • To strive for international recognition and affiliations;
  • Upgrade industry knowledge through education /workshop;
  • Conduct national information campaign on relevant issues;
  • Develop active members though participation and Involvement in team-building activities;
  • Develop and update database;
  • To revise and amend the By-Laws to conform to the needs of the times.
  • Encourage sales mission;
  • To address needs and concerns of members in a timely manner;
  • Endeavour for financial sustainability
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AIGTP and PHILTOA Launch Inaugural Golf Cup Supporting the Philippine Golf Tourism

The Association for Inbound Golf Tourism Philippines (AIGTP) is honored to collaborate with Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) in their first Golf Cup coming this month. The inaugural PHILTOA-AIGTP Golf Cup 2025 marks a significant milestone as the both groups host the first-ever golf tournament in support of the Philippine golf tourism.

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PHILTOA – AIGTP Golf Cup 2025

The inaugural PHILTOA – AIGTP Golf Cup 2025 marks a significant milestone in Philippine tourism as the Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA) joins forces with the Association for Inbound Golf Tourism Philippines (AIGTP) to present its first-ever golf tournament. With the theme “Beyond the Greens,” the event aims to spotlight golf as a vibrant and expanding niche within the country’s tourism portfolio.

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‘Better marketing, visitor experience’ to save tourism

STAKEHOLDERS in the tourism industry are calling for better ways to promote the Philippines beyond its immediate source markets, and improve the traveler’s experience to boost visitor arrivals.

In a Viber message to the BusinessMirror, Philippine Hotel Owners Association Executive Director Benito C. Bengzon Jr. said: “We are hoping that foreign visitor arrivals in the country will go back to prepandemic levels as soon as possible. Our hotels and resorts are still largely dependent on business coming from international guests. Government and private sector representatives must meet immediately and agree on the priority source markets and marketing activities so we can arrest the decline.”

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Philippines welcomes measures to boost inbound tourism

During the recent Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) meeting, the Philippine Department of Tourism (DoT) welcomed measures aimed at enhancing the country’s tourism industry, including efforts to liberalise visa policies and make the Philippines more accessible to international visitors.

The DoT supports the establishment of an electronic visa system to ease entry and the extension of stay for visa holders from American, Japanese, Australian, Canadian, and Schengen countries, as well Singapore and the UK, from seven days to 30 days. This is expected to increase tourism spending and benefit local businesses.

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Philippines set to welcome the next ASEAN tourism leadership meetings

The next ASEAN Tourism Forum will be hosted in the Philippine province of Cebu in January 2026, while preparatory meetings will be bound for Manila and Boracay.

Secretary of tourism Christina Garcia Frasco said: “As the Philippines takes on the Chairmanship of ASEAN 2026, I invite you to join us in the Philippines for the 29th ASEAN Tourism Ministers’ Meeting in Cebu on January 2026. It will be an opportunity not just to discuss policies, but to witness firsthand the immense potential for sustainable tourism growth in the region.”

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Philippines ramps up efforts for senior-friendly tourism

The Philippines Department of Tourism (DoT) and the National Commission of Senior Citizens (NCSC) have partnered to promote a more inclusive tourism industry that supports the participation and well-being of senior citizens.

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