History of Tourism in the Philippines

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When did tourism in the Philippines start as a private initiative?

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Tourism in the Philippines started as a private initiative to promote the country as a principal travel destination.

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What organization was formed in 1950 to promote tourism in the Philippines?

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The Philippine Tourist and Travel Association was organized in 1950.

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What was created by the Philippine Congress in 1956?

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The Board of Travel Industry was created in 1956.

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What department was established in 1972 to oversee tourism in the Philippines?

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The Department of Trade and Tourism was established in 1972.

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What significant change occurred in the Department of Tourism during President Ferdinand Marcos' administration?

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A new cabinet-level Department of Tourism (DOT) was created, splitting the Department of Trade and Tourism into two separate departments.

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What was the Department of Tourism renamed to in 1986?

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The Department of Tourism was renamed the Ministry of Tourism in 1986.

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What executive order reorganized the Department of Tourism in 1986?

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The Department of Tourism was reorganized under Executive Order Numbers 120 and 120-A signed by President Corazon Aquino.

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What tourism promotion project was initiated in 2003?

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The 'Visit Philippines 2003' tourism promotion project was initiated.

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What was the latest improvement in the tourism industry as of 2009?

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The passage of Republic Act No. 9593 or the Tourism Act of 2009.

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What are the main government agencies responsible for tourism in the Philippines?

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Department of Tourism (DOT), Philippine Convention And Visitors Corporation (PCVC), Philippine Tourism Authority (PTA).