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Bacolod DOT-Accredited Hotels & Accommodations for 2023

You get to smile more while exploring Bacolod, “The City of Smiles,” when you are not worried about your accommodation. That’s why we are giving you a list of DOT-accredited hotels you can depend on any time of the year.

Since the Philippine tourism department places high regard on maintaining a standard among hotel and resort owners, it awards a certificate of compliance to monitor the quality of their facilities and services. So if you are planning a trip to Bacolod and you want to experience it at its best, make sure to find the perfect hotel, hostel, bed and breakfast, resort, or any type of accommodation that will meet your demands.

Tourists usually flock to Bacolod every October for its vibrant celebration of Masskara Festival. But you can also enjoy it for the rest of the year, visiting centuries-old structures, like San Sebastian Cathedral and The Ruins, or any of its beautiful natural sites, like Mambukal Resort. Ensure your accommodation is comfortable and safe to enjoy Bacolod, including its neighboring towns like Silay City.

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List of DOT-Accredited BACOLOD & NEGROS OCCIDENTAL Hotels & Resorts

The Department of Tourism Region VI recently released a list of hotels, resorts, and inns in Western Visayas that are allowed to operate.

In this post, we’ll share with you the list of accommodation establishments in Negros Occidental and Bacolod City that have a CAO or PCAO. Before making a reservation, make sure that you get in touch with the establishment to check for their current policies.

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BACOLOD CITY

• Bell Hotel #18 San Juan Street, Brgy. 13 Check Rates & Photos!
• Baldevia Pension House San Juan Cor. San Sebastian Sts., Brgy. 13
• Bantug Lake Ranch Purok 5a, Brgy. Alangilan Check Rates & Photos!
• Check Inn Corp. (Check Inn Bacolod) Ponce Bldg., Luzuriaga Street, Brgy. 24 Check Rates & Photos!
• Go Hotel Bacolod Lacson Street, Mandalagan Check Rates & Photos!
• GT Hotel Bacolod Corner Galo & Locsin Streets, Brgy. 11 Check Rates & Photos!
• Khookoon Inn Magsaysay Ave., Brgy. Singcang-Airport Check Rates & Photos!
• L’Fisher Chalet 14th-15th Aguinaldo Street, Brgy. 4 Check Rates & Photos!
• L’Fisher Ecotel Lourdes C. Center Ii, 14th Lacson Street
• L’Fisher Hotel 14th Lacson Street, Brgy. 4 Check Rates & Photos!
• Luxur Place Magsaysay Avenue Check Rates & Photos!
• Nazareth Activity Hub Brgy. Mansilingan
• Nirvana Pension House Corner Rosario-Amapola Streets, Brgy. 33
• North Tourist Inn Bacolod Hotel Lacson St., Mandalagan, Brgy. Bata
• Middle Town Inn Jr Bldg., Rizal-Lacson Street Check Rates & Photos!
• MO2 Westown Hotel & Convention Hotel San Juan St., Barangay 13
• O Hotel #52 San Sebastian Street
• O-Mar Pension House D-53 Narra Avenue, Capitol Shopping Center, Villamonte
• Ong Bun Pension House – Bacolod Luzuriaga Street
• Pension Bacolod No.27 11th Street, Brgy.7
• Seda Capitol Central Lacson Street, Corner North Capitol Road Check Rates & Photos!
• StoneHill Suites Corner 18th Street, San Agustin Drive, Brgy. V Check Rates & Photos!
• Sugarland Hotel Corp. Araneta Street, Singcang-Airport Check Rates & Photos!
• Sukro 38 La Salle Avenue Check Rates & Photos!
• The Suites At Calle Nueva 15 Nueva Street, Brgy. II Check Rates & Photos!
• Avenue Suites 12th Lacson St., Brgy. 7, Bacolod City Check Rates & Photos!
• Casa Marabella No. 634 Ylac Ave., Brgy. Villamonte, Bacolod City Check Rates & Photos!
• Eastview Hotel Carlos Hilado Circumferential Road, Villamonte Bacolod City Check Rates & Photos!
• JP 227 Reidences B.S. Aquino Drive, Bacolod City Check Rates & Photos!
• Le-don Residences Esperanza Diola St., Brgy. Villamonte, Bacolod City
• Pleasant Travelers Pension House, Inc. 13th St., Ube, Brgy. 4, Bacolod City Check Rates & Photos!
• Regina Carmei Pension 13th St., Brgy. 7, Bacolod City Check Rates & Photos!
• 11Th Street Bed And Breakfast Inn #14, 11Th Lacson St., Capitol Subdivision, Brgy. Barangay 7, Bacolod City
• 888 Pension House Locsin Street, Brgy. 37 (Pob.), Bacolod City
• Acacia Hotel Bacolod Burgos St. Ext., Reclamation Area, Bacolod City
• Ceneco Employees Multi-Purpose Cooperative Cor. Ciocon Rd.-Mabini St., Brgy. 26, Bacolod City
• DJP Opc Jpd Bldg., Hervias Heritage Sq., Burgos St., Brgy. Villamonte, Bacolod City
• Limman’s Center Inn Cor. Araneta-Luzuriaga Streets, Brgy. 12, Bacolod City
• Limman’s Inn-San Juan San Juan Street, Brgy. 13, Bacolod City
• Mglv Tourist Inn Cor. Burgos-B.S. Aquino Drive, Brgy. Villamonte, Bacolod City
• Negrense Suites Lot 25 Rosario Street, Brgy. 38, Bacolod City
• Palmas Del Mar Village & Beach Club J.R. Torres Avenue, Brgy. Tangub, Bacolod City
• Park Inn By Radisson Bacolod  (Block 12 Reclamation Area, Palanca Ave., Sm City Bacolod Complex, Brgy. 12 (Pob.), Bacolod City
• Planta Centro Bacolod Hotel & Residences Corner Araneta & Roxas Sts., Brgy. 39, Bacolod City
• Resorts Negrense Purok Bayanihan, Brgy. Punta Taytay, Bacolod City
• RFC Metro Inn 6Th Lacson St., Narra Avenue, Brgy 7, Bacolod City
• Saltimboca Tourist Inn 15Th Lacson Street, Brgy. 7, Bacolod City
• SBH Inn San Juan Street, Brgy. 12, Bacolod City
• The Forest Park Resort St. Francis Village, Brgy. Taculing, Bacolod City
• Tindalo Pension B-49 Tindalo Avenue, Bacolod City
• TNR Hotels Corporation / Tnr Business Inn No. 28Th South Lacson Street, Brgy. 21, Bacolod City
• Katmon Haven Pool And Restaurant Lot 2 Block 2, Phase 3, Sta. Catalina Subd., Brgy. Lag-Asan, Bago City
• L.E. Complex And Pensionne Corporation 2nd St., Marhil Subdivision, Bago City
• Villa Escamilla  Resort Brgy. Ilijan, Bago City
• Cadiz Hotel Villena St., Brgy. Zone Ii, Cadiz City
• Magdalene Hotel Villena St., Brgy. Zone II, Cadiz City
• RC Beach Resort Brgy. Daga, Cadiz City
• Laura Seafront Resort Barangay Daga, Cadiz City
• Six J Pension House Cadiz Heights, Brgy. Tinampa-An, Cadiz City
• Solsam Restobar & Accommodation Purok Rose, Brgy. Banquerohan, Cadiz City
• Tingson Beach Resort Puropurok Bougainvilla, Brgy. Banquerohan, Cadiz City
• Laura Hotel Villena St., Barangay Zone 2, Cadiz City
• B.C. Pension And Leasing Corporation Villena St., Brgy. 3 Pob. (Zone 3), Cadiz City
• Little Jungle Agri-Tourism Ventures Inc. Maya Suerte, Brgy. Cabahug, Cadiz City, Negros Occidental
• Punta Bulata Resort & Spa Brgy. Elihan, Cauayan Check Rates & Photos!
• Kowabunga Shore Beach Resort Brgy. Bantayanon, Calatrava
• Ralph’s Bay Townhouse & Resort, Inc. 10 Menchaca Street, Brgy. Lo-Ok (Pob.), Calatrava
• Smallfry’s Beach Resort Brgy. San Isidro, Calatrava
• Tala Events Venue Menchaca Street, Brgy. Lo-Ok (Pob.), Calatrava

ESCALANTE CITY

• Manlambus Beach Resort Punta Sto. Nino, Old Poblacion, Escalante City
• Double Palm Inn National Highway,Brgy. Balintawak, Escalante City
• Handum Beach Resort Purok 4, Brgy. Gragato, Hinigaran
• Maay Beach Resort So. Makikiling, Brgy. Gargato, Hinigaran
• Brazaville Beach Resort National Road, Brgy. Pool, Hinoba-An Check Rates & Photos!
• Nabulao Beach And Dive Resort Purok Sampaguita, Sitio Totong, Brgy. Talacagay, Hinoba-An Check Rates & Photos!
• Monic Mountain Resort Sitio Sumilang, Barangay Cansalongon, Isabela, Negros Occidental

KABANKALAN CITY

• Frank Pension Haus Zayco Auilles Ave., Brgy. 9, Kabankalan City
• Hotel del Sur Ciudad de Kabankalan Guanzon St., Brgy. Bincuil, Kabankalan City
• Jac’s Pension Haus Brgy. 1, Kabankalan City
• Monbela Tourist Inn J.Y Perez Highway, Brgy. 1 Kabankalan City
• Southgate Inn Guanzon St., Brgy. Kabankalan City
• Zaycoland Resorts, Inc. Don Emilio Village, Brgy. 9, Kabankalan City Check Rates & Photos!
• AJP Inn National Highway, Brgy. Biniicuil, Kabankalan City
• Esterlin Tourist Inn Corner San Jose Bonifacio St., Brgy. 2 Kabankalan City
• Manzon Hotel / Hotel Del Sur Brgy. Binicuil, Kabankalan City
• Tie Ra Traveller’s Inn Pedro Zayco St., Brgy. 1 (Pob.), Kabankalan City

LA CARLOTA CITY

• Escalera Pension House Lot 4, Block 4, Uriarte Subdivision, Brgy. Iii (Pob.), La Carlota City
• Guintubdan Pavilion Sitio Guintubdan, Brgy. Ara-Al, La Carlota City
• Northland Resort Hotel Provincial Road Corner, National Highway, Brgy. 1-A, Manapla Check Rates & Photos!
• Balay Kauswagan Training Center Sto. Chloe, Barangay Rizal, Sagay City
• Hi-Way Travelers Inn National Highway, Brgy. Pobalacion 2, Sagay City
• Nomer’s Inn Blk. 7, Poblacion 1, Sagay City
• Samcor Travellers Inn Aguilar Subdivision, Brgy. Poblacion 1, Sagay City
• Seajam Travellers Inn Aguilar Subdivision, Brgy. Poblacion 1, Sagay City
• Duqueza Pension House Quezon St., Brgy. Poblacion I, Sagay City
• El Terador Inn Aguilar Subdivision, Brgy. Poblacion I, Sagay City
• Jamago Beach Resort Prk. Camantigue, Brgy. Old Sagay, Sagay City
• Osner Realty Kauswagan Road, Brgy. Poblacion 2, Sagay City
• Rak Pension House, Inc. Prk. Manzanilla A., Brgy. Old Sagay City, Sagay City
• C-Chen Beach Resort Purok Bougainvilla, Brgy. Old Sagay, Sagay City
• Camp Roma Garden Beach Resort, Co. Punta Roma, Brgy. Taba-Ao, Sagay City
• The Beach House Sitio Looc, Brgy. Old Sagay, Sagay City

SAN CARLOS CITY

• San Carlos City Negros Island Multipurpose Cooperative Cor. Osmena & Magsaysay St., Don Juan Sub, San Carlos City
• Amu Visitors Inn Locsin St., Brgy. Ii (Pob.), San Carlos City
• Benoit Dragon Inn Mondragon St., Brgy. Ii (Pob.), San Carlos City
• Fe-Ben Traveller’s Inn Eco-Tourism Highway, Don Juan Subd., Brgy. Ii, San Carlos City
• Jl Tourist Inn S. Carmona St., Brgy. Iv (Pob.), San Carlos City
• Mel’s Inn National Highway, Brgy. Ii (Pob.), San Carlos City
• Mom’s Small Hotel And Restaurant F.C. Ledesma Ave., San Julio Subd., Brgy. Ii (Pob.), San Carlos City
• Monicas Resort Purok Papaya, Brgy. San Juan, San Carlos City
• Prosperidad Highlands Mountain Resort Brgy. Prosperidad, San Carlos City
• Quikstay Pension House Ecotourism Highway, South Villa 3, Brgy. Palampas, San Carlos City
• San Carlos Palau Hotel, Inc. Cor. Locisn And Burgos Streets, San Carlos City
• Scarlet Guest House Azucena St., San Julio Subd., Brgy. Ii, San Carlos City
• Skyland Hotel Broce St., Brgy. Iv (Pob.), San Carlos City
• Veintiuno Resort Po. 21, So. Iliranan, Brgy. Codcod, San Carlos City

SILAY CITY (Near Airport)

• Baldevia Intergraded Resources Inc. / Baldevia Pension House Rizal-Burgos Streets, Silay City
• Balay 8 Suites Senator Jose Locsin St, Silay City
• Pegasus Pension House R Mckinley St. Corner Gomez Ext., Brgy. Iv (Pob.), Silay City

SIPALAY CITY

• Artistic Diving Co LTD. Punta Ballo, Brgy. 4, Sipalay City Check Rates & Photos!
• Bermuda Beach Resort Brgy. Nauhang, Sipalay City
• Big Bamboo Beach Resort Sipalay Sugar Beach, Sitio Langub, Brgy. Nauhang, Sipalay City Check Rates & Photos!
• Buenaventura Beach Resort Brgy. Nauhang, Sipalay City Check Rates & Photos!
• Bugana Beach And Dive Resort Campomanes Bay, Brgy. Maricalum, Sipalay City
• Driftwood Beach Resort Sugar Beach, Brgy. Nauhang, Sipalay City
• Green Garden Beach Resort Sugerbeach, Brgy. Nauhang, Sipalay City
• Jamont Hotel Jamont Bldg., Mercedes Blvd, Brgy. 1, Sipalay City Check Rates & Photos!
• Langub Pension House Brgy. Nauhang, Sipalay City
• Sipalay Easy Diving And Beach Resort Punta Ballo, Brgy. IV-Poblacion, Sipalay City
• Nataasan Beach Resort and Dive Center Inc. Punta Ballo, Brgy IV, Sipalay City Check Rates & Photos!
• Robinson @ Cruise Beach Resort Punta Ballo, Brgy. IV, Sipalay City
• Sulu Beach Resort Brgy. Nauhang, Sipalay City
• Perth Paradise Sipalay Miles, Inc. Sitio Sambulawan, Brgy. Iv, Sipalay City
• Steven and Precy Beach Resort Purok Saka Saka, Brgy. Nauhang, Sipalay City
• Tinagong Dagat Island Resort Sitio Latasan, Brgy. 4, Sipalay City
• Airah’s Lodging House Punta Ballo, Brgy. 4 (Pob.), Sipalay City
• Armando’s Inn Brgy. 5 (Pob.), Sipalay City
• Arteva Beach Resort Punta Ballo, Brgy. 4 (Pob.), Sipalay City
• Balag Lodging House Sitio Alimango, Brgy. Maricalum, Sipalay City
• Dick’s Last Resort Purok Saka-Saka, Brgy. Nauhang, Sipalay City
• Eva’s Inn Brgy. 2 (Pob.), Sipalay City
• Hayahai Inn Purok 4 Poblacion, Brgy. 2, Sipalay City
• Hi-Jo Campoquino Bay Beach House Brgy. 4 (Pob.), Sipalay City
• Island Adventures Tourist Inn Alvarez Highway, Brgy. 1 (Pob.), Sipalay City
• Jebiamarcs Resort Sitio Saca-Saca, Brgy. Nauhang, Sipalay City
• Joy & Jay Seaside Lodging House Brgy. 4 (Pob.), Sipalay City
• Matlag Lodging House Brgy. 4 (Pob.), Sipalay City
• Megan Lodging House Punta Ballo, Brgy. Barangay 4 (Pob.), Sipalay City
• Nhyz Lodge Rizal Street, Brgy. 3 (Pob.), Sipalay City
• Pardis Beach Resort Purok Bagacay, Brgy. Cayhagan, Sipalay City
• Punta Pantalan Beach Resort Purok Kalubihan, Brgy. Cartagena, Sipalay City
• Sakâ-Sakâ Beach House Sitio Saka-Saka, Brgy. Nauhang, Sipalay City
• Sealy’s Inn Brgy. 2 (Pob.), Sipalay City
• Southwest Ballo Resort Brgy. 4 (Pob.), Sipalay City
• Takatuka Lodge And Dive Resort Langub Beach (Sugar Beach), Brgy. Nauhang, Sipalay City
• Teresas Beach Resort Punta Ballo, Brgy. 4 (Pob.), Sipalay City
• Tiñasan’s Inn G.P. Alvarez St., Brgy. 1, Sipalay City
• Villa Cornelia Mountain Resort Purok Talagpun-Ay, Brgy. Camindangan, Sipalay City

TALISAY CITY

• Campuestohan Highland Resort Sitio Campuestohan, Brgy. Cabatangan, Talisay City
• Kampo Hiyang-Hiyang Mountain Resort Sitio Campuestohan, Brgy. Cabatangas, Talisay City
• Simply Greens Travellers Inn Eusebio Aracade V, Dona Erica St., Brgy. zone 2, Talisay City
• Nature’s Village Resort Zone 15, Talisay Highway, Talisay City Check Rates & Photos!

VICTORIAS CITY

• Magdalene Pension House Gonzaga St., Brgy. 1 Victorias City
• Malihaw Inn Osmeña Avenue., Brgy. Xxi, Victorias City

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Over 100 NegOcc, Bacolod resorts DOT-accredited

BY DOMINIQUE GABRIEL BAÑAGA BACOLOD City – More than 100 hotels and tourism-related establishments here and in Negros Occidental are already accredited by the Department of Tourism (DOT). Jennylind Cordero, provincial tourism officer, said as Nov. 19, 82 tourism establishments have reopened in Negros Occidental and 32 in Bacolod City. 

These tourism establishments consist of agri-farms, eco-tourism sites, travel and tours, museums, tourist transports, and accommodation establishments.

Before an establishment could resume operation, it must first secure accreditation from DOT.

Cordero also revealed that in Western Visayas, 571 tourism-related establishments have resumed their operation.

She reminded establishments to strictly enforce health protocols imposed by the government such as allowing only 50 percent carrying capacity for venues, wearing of facemasks and face shields, and observing proper physical distancing. In a related development, the city government of Sipalay in Negros Occidental is now allowing parties, subject to health protocols. Keith Brandon Cari-an, public information officer, said since September resorts in the city have been accredited by the DOT. Cari-an said those planning to get into the city may download and fill-up the travel form in the city’s official social media page. Visitors are also required to state where they will be staying in order for barangay personnel to monitor them. Cari-an also revealed that by next month, they are planning to roll-out a digital travel form, wherein those entering the city can start using quick response or QR codes./ PN

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Tourism Accreditation in the Philippines: Government and Private Sector Perspectives

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This chapter describes the status of the mandatory accreditation system for primary tourism enterprises (PTEs) in the Philippines and identifies issues surrounding its implementation. A multi-method case study was utilized, including content analysis of online news articles, and focus group discussion data. Results indicated that while accreditation rates have increased, adoption has generally been lacking across the tourism sub-sectors. In addition, the imposition of additional requirements, inconsistent enforcement, DOT’s expansion of the scope of accredited establishments, high cost of compliance, inability of the DOT to protect the accredited PTEs from unfair competition, and private sector’s creativity in circumventing accreditation, were seen as the major challenges in the implementation of the mandatory accreditation system. Based on the results from this study, policy recommendations and future research directions are suggested.

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Profile and History In 1952, through Republic Act No. 710, the Philippine Tourist and Travel Association (PTTA) were created to bring together all organizations and entities that cater to travel and tourism. By 1956 through R.A. 1478, the Board of Travel and Tourist Industry (BTTI) were created under the Department of Commerce and Industry (DCI) to serve as the policy-making body for travel and tourism, while the PTTA became its implementing arm. Presidential Decree No. 189 in 1973 gave birth to the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Philippine Tourism Authority (PTA) as its implementing arm for infrastructure development. PD 189 also reconstituted and attached the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) to the DOT. In 1976, the Philippine Convention Bureau (PCB) was created as DOT's marketing arm for conventions. In 1986, the Aquino administration sought to put more cohesiveness into the functions of the DOT. Through Executive Order No. 120, the DOT was reorganized in 1987 as the primary government agency charged with the responsibility to encourage, promote and develop tourism as a major socio-economic activity in the country. By virtue of this executive order, PTA remained as attached agency of the DOT. Subsequently, Executive Order No. 120-A reorganized the PCB to the Philippine Convention and Visitors Corporation (PCVC) as DOT's marketing arm. The CAB, though, was transferred to the Department of Transportation and Communication. With the completion of the 20-year Philippine Tourism Master Plan (TMP) in 1991, the Ramos administration issued Proclamation No. 188, adopting the TMP as the government's blueprint for tourism development. The proclamation mobilizes all government agencies and the private sector to support and implement the TMP. It also allows the DOT to create committees and task forces that will ensure the implementation of the programs identified in the plan. The Arroyo administration, anchored on economic sufficiency and political stability, adopted tourism as among its pillars for sustained economic growth by attracting more visitors, extending their length of stay, and increasing the attractiveness of the country's tourism products. Firmly committed to achieve this vision, the Arroyo administration elevated the Secretary of Tourism to a senior cabinet level. Vision Improve accessibility of travel destinations, Make tourism products better and more affordable, Promote a culture of tourism among local residents, and Increase recognition of tourism as an effective and efficient tool towards socio-economic development of the Philippines. Mission To generate foreign currency and employment; To spread the benefits of tourism to a wider segment of the population with the support, assistance and cooperation of both the private and public sector; and To ensure the safe, convenient, enjoyable stay and travel of foreign and local visitors in the Philippines. Mandate The Department of Tourism's mandate was first embodied in Presidential Decree No. 189 which created the Department of Tourism in 1973. It was reorganized structurally and functionally with Executive Order No. 120 signed in January 30, 1987. Additional Information Mission The Department of Tourism (DOT) shall be the primary government agency charged with the responsibility to encourage, promote, and develop tourism as a major socio-economic activity to generate foreign currency and employment and to spread the benefits of tourism to both the private and public sector. History 1950s - Started as a private initiative, the Philippine Tourist & Travel Association was organized. 1956 - The Board of Travel & Tourist Industry was created by law. 1973 - The Department of Tourism (DOT), Philippine Tourism Authority (PTA), and Philippine Convention Bureau (PCB) were created by the Philippine government. 1986 - Under Executive Order no. 120 and 120-A, DOT and PCB were reorganized structurally and functionally. PCB was renamed Philippine Convention & Visitors Corporation. Functions Office of the Secretary The Office of the Secretary provides leadership, direction, and substance to the overall operations of the Department. It formulates policies, plans, programs, rules, and regulations; reviews and evaluates the performance of the Tourism Master Plan and advises the President on all matters affecting the tourism program of the country. Tourism Promotions Sector The Tourism Promotion Sector has the primary function of promoting the Philippines as a tourist destination domestically and internationally. It devises integrated marketing and promotional activities such as information dissemination, public relations, special events, and related tourism programs. It likewise supervises the overseas field offices established to implement and enhance the tourism development and promotion program of the Department in the international field. Tourism Services and Regional Offices Sector The Tourism Services and Regional Offices Sector is tasked to ensure the pleasant entry, stay, and exit of tourists. It formulates standards of quantity and efficiency for tourism-oriented establishments, among others, done through an accreditation system. Tourist establishments' compliance to policies is monitored to make sure that their facilities and services are operated and maintained according to acceptable international norms. The Sector also supervises DOT's regional operations established to implement the policies, plans, programs, and regulations of the Department and to maintain the delivery of efficient and effective frontline services for the tourism industry. Planning, Product Development and Coordination The Tourism Planning, Product Development and Coordination Sector is responsible for the formulation and updating of the Tourism Master Plan, together with its component programs. The Sector monitors the effective implementation of the Tourism Master Plan and, in coordination with the private sector and other government institutions, develops and conceptualizes new products and investment opportunities designed to enhance tourist sites and facilities. Internal Services Sector The Internal Services Sector ensures the smooth and legal functioning of the operations of the Department through the provision of effective and efficient advice and services in the areas of personnel management, human resources development, general services administration, computerization and information technology services, budgetary, financial and management services, and including investigatory and advisory services.

Brief History Integrated Asian, European and American Influence. The Philippines is the third largest English speaking country in the world. It has a rich history combining Asian, European, and American influences. Prior to Spanish colonization in 1521, the Filipinos had a rich culture and were trading with the Chinese and the Japanese. Spain's colonization brought about the construction of Intramuros in 1571, a "Walled City" comprised of European buildings and churches, replicated in different parts of the archipelago. In 1898, after 350 years and 300 rebellions, the Filipinos, with leaders like Jose Rizal and Emilio Aguinaldo, succeeded in winning their independence. In 1898, the Philippines became the first and only colony of the United States. Following the Philippine-American War, the United States brought widespread education to the islands. 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How to apply? The DOT online application for accreditation is temporarily under maintenance. Applicants are advised to proceed to the regional office located in your respective locality: DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM DIRECTORY OF REGIONAL OFFICES Website: http://www.visitmyphilippines.com NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION Ma. Cynthia C. Lazo, CESO III - Regional Director Department of Tourism - Region NCR 2/F New DOT Bldg., 351 Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., Makati City, Philippines 1200 Trunkline (63 2) 459-5200 to 459-5230 loc. 212 / 232 Telefax (63 2) 553-3530 / 3531 Email DOT [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] CORDILLERA ADMINISTRATIVE REGION Marie Venus Q. Tan - Regional Director Department of Tourism - Region CAR Baguio Tourism Complex, Gov. Pack Road, 2600 Baguio City Phone (63 74) 442-7014 / 8848 / 7014 / 424-8667 Mobile 0917-658-1619 E-mail [email protected] / [email protected] NORTH LUZON REGION (ILOCOS) Martin S. Valera, CSE Eligible - Regional Director Department of Tourism - Region I G/F Oasis Country Resort Hotel, Sevilla, San Fernando City, La Union Phone (63 72) 888-2098 / 888-2411 / 242-1656 Fax (63 72) 888-2098 Email [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] Satellite Office (Laoag Sub-Office) Modesto T. Baloloy - Officer - In - Charge 2/F Pacific Bldg., Abadilla St., Laoag City, Ilocos Norte 2900 Phone (63 77) 772-0467 Telefax (63 77) 771-1473 Mobile 0920-603-1850 Email [email protected] CAGAYAN VALLEY REGION Virgilio M. Maguigad - Regional Director Department of Tourism - Region II # 2 Dalan na Pav-vurulun, Regional Government Center, Carig Sur, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan 3500 Telefax: (63 78) 304-1503 / 304-1499 Phone (63 78) 373-9563 / 373-0785 / 373-0786 Mobile 0918-909-2326 / 0939-198-5444 (Smart) Mobile 0915-189-1388 (Globe) / 0925-880-1550 up to 1555 (Sun) Email [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] Website www.dotregion2.com.ph CENTRAL LUZON REGION Carolina D. Uy - Chief Tourism Operations Officer / Officer–In-Charge Department of Tourism - Region III G/F Marlim Mansions Hotel Bldg., MacArthur Hwy., Diamond Subd., Balibago, Angeles City Phone: (63 45) 625-8525 / 458-2358 Office Mobile #: 0939-904-5231 / 0917-506-2221 OIC Carol Uy Mobile #: 0908-888-4858 / 0906-248-8338 Alvin delos Reyes (accreditation officer) Mobile # 0923-474-3849 Email: [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] CALABARZON REGION Vernie V. Morales, CESO III - Regional Director Department of Tourism - Region IV-A G/F Dencris Business Center, Halang, National Hwy., Calamba City, Laguna Phone (63 49) 508-0731 to 34 (Trunkline) Phone (63 49) 508-0741 / 0760 / 0743 / 0748 / 0761 Email [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] MIMAROPA REGION Maria Luisa S. Diploma - Regional Director Department of Tourism - Region IV-B DOT Bldg., #351 Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., JB Bldg., Makati City Phone (63 2) 459-5200 loc. 210 / 890-1014 Fax (63 2) 890-0945 Email [email protected] BICOL REGION Benjamin F. Santiago - Regional Director Department of Tourism - Region V Regional Center Site, Rawis, 4500 Legazpi City Phone (63 52) 481-5593 / 435-0085 Fax (63 52) 482-0712 / 482-0715 Email [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] Website www.www.gayonbicol.com WESTERN VISAYAS REGION Atty. Helen J. Catalbas - Regional Director Department of Tourism - Region VI Western Visayas Tourism Center, Capitol Ground, Bonifacio Drive, 5000 Iloilo City Phone (63 33) 337-5411 / 509-3550 Telefax (63 33) 335-0245 Mobile 0917-622-7979 (RD Helen) / 0917-722-6691 (office) Email [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] Website www.westernvisayastourism.com.ph Satellite Office (Boracay) Mr. Kristoffer Leo Velete Officer-in-Charge / Team Leader D' Mall, Stn 2, Balabag, Boracay, Malay, Aklan 5608 Aklan Phone (63 36) 288-3689 Mobile 0947-852-8110 Email [email protected] Website http://www.boracay.com Bacolod Satellite Office Doña Ceferina II Bldg., Door #4, 22nd St., Lacson, 6100 Bacolod City Phone (63 34) 709-0626 CENTRAL VISAYAS REGION Shahlimar H.Tamano - Regional Director Department of Tourism - Region VII G/F LDM Bldg. cor Legaspi and MJ Cuenco Sts., 6000 Cebu City Phone (63 32) 412-1980 (Executive Assistant) Phone (63 32) 412-1967 (Administrative / Accounting Div) Phone (63 32) 254-3534 / 412-1980 (Planning and Statistics Office) Phone (63 32) 254-6650 (Product Development Div) Phone (63 32) 254-2811 / 412-1966 (Accreditation Div) Email dot [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] Satellite Office (Bohol) Door 2, 2/F Sum Bldg., San Jose St., Brgy. Cogon, Tagbilaran City 6300 Phone (63 38) 501-0143 EASTERN VISAYAS REGION Ma. Trinidad C. Dacuycuy - Supervising Tourism Operations Officer / Officer-In-Charge Department of Tourism - Region VIII Leyte Park Hotel Cpd., Magsaysay Blvd., Kanhuraw Hill, Magsaysay Blvd., Tacloban City, 6500 Leyte Phone (63 53) 832-0901 / 325-5279 / 321-2048 Mobile 0998-888-9715 Email [email protected] / [email protected] ZAMBOANGA PENINSULA REGION Karina Rosa S. Tiopes, CESO III - Regional Director Department of Tourism - Region IX G/F Samboangan Cooperative Bldg., Gen. Vicente Alvarez St. cor. Claveria St., Zamboanga City 7000 Phone (63 62) 955-2477 Telefax (63 62) 993-0030 Mobile 0917-710-5219 Email [email protected] / [email protected] Satellite Office (Dapitan City) City Library Bldg., 7101 Dapitan City Phone (63 65) 213-6616 Telefax (63 65) 213-6787 Email [email protected] NORTHERN MINDANAO REGION Marie Elaine Salvana - Unchuan - Regional Director Department of Tourism - Region X Florentino St., Limketkai Center 9000 Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental Phone (63 88) 880-4531 / 856-4048 E-mail [email protected] / [email protected] Website http://dotregion10.com.ph/ SOUTHERN MINDANAO REGION Antonio Fernando M. Blanco - Regional Director Department of Tourism - Region XI Rm. 512 5/F LANDCO Corporate Center Bldg., J.P. Laurel Avenue, 8000 Davao City Phone (63 82) 225-1940 / 221-0070 / 6955 Phone (63 82) 221-0070 / 6955 Phone (63 82) 224-1363 / 0917-795-3965 / 0939-930-0864 (Office of the Assistant Secretary) Email [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] Website www.discoverdavao.com / www.davaocity.gov.ph SOUTH CENTRAL MINDANAO Maria Rica C. Bueno - Regional Director Department of Tourism - Region XII G/F Door 6 & 7, Lucena Realty Bldg., Alunan Ave., cor. Jose Abad Santos St., Koronadal City Phone (63 83) 228-8667 / 520-1274 E-mail [email protected] / [email protected] Website www.visitsox.com CARAGA REGION Ma. Ana T. Nuguid - Regional Director Department of Tourism - Region XIII G/F Grateful Realty Corp. Bldg., 008 Pili Drive, 8600 Butuan City Phone (63 85) 341-8413 Telefax (63 85) 815-6040 Email [email protected] Website: http://www.dotcaraga.ph Coordinating Office: MS. MARIA LOURDES F. JAPSON - Assistant Secretary Tourism Regulation, Coordination and Resource Generation (TRCRG) Department of Tourism #351 Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., JB Bldg., Makati City Trunk Line: (63 2) 459-5200 to 459-5230 E-mail: [email protected] / [email protected] N.B. Updated as of February 2018. Information here may change without prior notice.

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