The
Philippines has been nominated in three categories in the 2024 International
Travel Awards – an annual program recognizing top-performing institutions in
the Tourism and Hospitality industry, including tourism boards and tourism
attractions.
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| Wedding photo credits to Santa Fe Beach Club |
Yes to PH as Best Beach, Island
Destination
The
Philippines’ allure as for its sun and beach products is demonstrated by the
accolades that the country has reaped from prestigious travel and tourism
authorities and publications for 2023 alone, including the World Travel Awards
(WTA) 2023 where the Philippines successfully defended its 2022 titles as the
World’s Leading Dive Destination and World’s Leading Beach Destination, along
with winning two other major awards.
The
Philippines also received the Destination of the Year award at the 9th
TripZilla Excellence Awards 2023. According to TripZilla, a popular travel
inspiration platform promoting Southeast Asia, the Philippine archipelago has
“plenty of under-the-radar spots that are enough to keep visitors coming back
for more”. Three of our islands—Boracay, Palawan, and Siargao were
included in Conde Nast Traveler’s Reader’s Choice Awards 2023 list of Top
Islands in Asia for 2023, ranking third, sixth, and tenth, respectively.
The Philippines has also further solidified its status as a
premier cruise tourism destination as the proud recipient of the
prestigious Best Ports of Call 2024 award at the 10th
Asia Cruise Awards in Jeju Island, Korea.
The Philippines as Best Wedding
Destination
An
island destination like the Philippines makes for a wonderful wedding venue as
well. With a range of choices–from high-end hotels and modern event venues to
centuries-old churches–any well-planned wedding done in the country ensures a
great experience not only for the couple but for their family and guests as
well.
The
warmth of Filipino people even more so adds to the value of the Philippines as
a wedding destination.
The
online poll will be open until August 15, 2024. In addition to the online
voting component, nominees will also undergo jury evaluation. Winners will be
announced during the gala ceremony on September 28, 2024 at the Westin Dubai
Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
(UAE).
Secretary
Frasco encourages everyone who has fallen in love with the Philippines, whether
for its beaches, island experiences, or its people’s hospitality to continue
supporting the country by submitting their votes for the Philippines online.
“If you’ve experienced the white sands of
a Philippine beach, or went island hopping, or had your dream wedding here,
then please let others know you had a great time. Let’s work together to
continue making the world appreciate the Philippines even more. We invite
everyone–from our foreign friends, to overseas Filipinos and balikbayans–to
vote for the Philippines in the 2024 International Travel Awards. Every vote is
a showcase of love,” Secretary Frasco said.
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